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It's the 50th anniversary of the first James Bond film release here in the U.S. and on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we look back to some of our favorite movies in this legendary series. We remember some of the actors who portrayed James Bond, as well as some of the beautiful women and cool gadgets that were seen in the movies. Lots of good things we recall from this series of well-remembered films. The second half of our show looks back to the 75th anniversary of the ball point pen. This ubiquitous instrument replaced the fountain pen, which required more drying time and was more complicated to use and carry. We recall the early history of how these pens came to be as well as some of the various writing instruments we recall from years ago. A fun history lesson in early writing instruments! Our Retro-Commercial is for Buster Brown Shoes, and their fun jingle from years back. Join us on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site continues its Summer 2013 series of shows. First off we remember some well known celebrities who have passed away in recent months. Among those we pay tribute to are Jonathan Winters, Esther Williams, and Slim Whitman, plus other well-known individuals. Next Mike and Smitty recall vacation travels of the past. A popular way to travel was to tow a trailer behind the family car, and hit the road! Traveling to new places this way was a great way to see the diversity that made this nation great. Lots of motoring memories! Our Retro-Commercial is for Bosco Chocolate Syrup featuring Dick Van Dyke. Hop on board and join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Smitty and Mike continue their summertime shows here on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, and the Galaxy Guys talk about barbecuing back in the day. The barbecues back in the day were very simple, way different from the fancy grills available now. We also remember the fun of sitting outside in summertime and enjoying a nice meal while trying to stay cool on those hot summer evenings. The second half of our show is a special preview of a new series from Galaxy Nostalgia Network titled "Suds and Grub". This is a fun cooking show hosted by our own Mike B and Gary Vineyard, who is a well known BBQ chef and chili cook-off expert among many other talents. The show is about simple, average recipes and cooking hints. Additionally the show will feature many of the craft breweries in the Southern California area. Listen in and give us your opinion on this new show. Our Retro-Commercial is for Falstaff Beer. Summertime 2013 continues here on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

It's summertime 2013 here at Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site and on this episode Smitty and Mike look back to many years ago and remember the different ways we stayed cool on those blistering hot days. From evaporative coolers, to the community swimming pool to buying ice cream from the ice cream man, to running through the sprinklers, most people didn't have air conditioning and so relied on some of these ways and more to cool off back in the day. As kids, we have vivid memories of all of these different things we did. The second half of the show, we recall the music of The Fifth Dimension, and how many of their hits in the late 60s reflected and highlighted the summertime season. Mike B shares with us his memories of how the music of The Fifth Dimension brings back memories of many summers of long ago. Maybe some of these tunes will bring back memories of your summers past. Our Retro-Commercial is for Schaefer Beer featuring Lena Horne. Join us as we cool off here at Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site welcomes to its microphones Ken Kramer, a long-time San Diego radio and television personality. Ken visits with Smitty and Mike and talks to us about his long and interesting career in radio and TV. Ken has done a variety of programs over the years and is best known for his "About San Diego" series on both radio and TV. On his program, Ken searches out little known and historical stories around town, mixing them with interviews and often times historical recordings and film footage. Ken talks to us about this show, and about some of the very interesting experiences he has had. Learn about his ventures into an underground labyrinth as well as a haunted hotel room. Ken also tells us how you can go about documenting and discovering historical facts about the town or city you live in. Certainly one of the most engaging programs to come from the Galaxy Nostalgia Network studio. Our Retro-Commercials are for True Value Hardware Stores featuring the late Pat Summerall, and Budweiser Beer, voiced by the late Ed McMahon. Join master storyteller Ken Kramer along with Mike and Smitty on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We remember some recent personalities in the world of entertainment that we have lost, on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Among them, Ray Manzarek, of Doors fame; Annette Funicello Van Cliburn, Roger Ebert, and Jean Stapleton to name a few. We remember them all on this episode. In addition, we remember the 60th Anniversary of "The Ford 50th Anniversary Show". The live, two-hour celebration of Ford's golden jubilee was broadcast live over NBC and CBS simultaneously in June of 1953. Presenting a history of the years 1903-1953 in music, film, and appearances by well-known personalities, this program is still remembered to this day. Join us on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We talk about vinyl, records, LPs, and 45s on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Mike and Smitty look back at phonograph records, and how they have hung on even with the advent of CDs. LPs have never gone away, and it looks like they are here to stay with a resurgence in popularity. Many older records are now very collectible, and sought after. Also we talk about new vinyl records being made today. We also discuss how to preserve your records, and how to care for your turntable, whether you kept yours or are looking for a new one to play your record collection on. Our Retro-Commercial is the classic Purina Cat Chow jingle, sure to bring back memories. The world of analog versus digital is on tap at Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Mike and Smitty look back at the recent passing of Hollywood Custom Car Designer Dean Jeffries. Among the many cars he designed was the Monkeemobile that was seen on the 60s TV show "The Monkees". Dean Jeffries was also a stuntman who worked in many film and TV productions. We remember his many contributions to the film and television world. We also look back at some of the many custom cars that were designed for films and movies. Along with the Monkees, such other classic shows as "The Munsters" featured a custom vehicle that is still remembered today. And in the second half of our show, we review the recent unveiling of "Shotgun Tom" Kelly's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. We hear sound clips from the ceremony of April 30, 2013, including the voices of Jhani Kaye, Stevie Wonder, and of course Shotgun. Our Retro-Commercial is for Wrigley Freedent Gum from 1976. It's our Hollywood show here on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Here on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, Mike and Smitty welcome their friend Andrew Baldwin, who is 26 years old and has been a fan of Big Band and Swing music for many years. Andrew shares with us how he got interested in this kind of music, and how he came to appreciate Big Band music by way of the classic vocalists of the past such as Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. In addition, he tells us and how younger people are being exposed to these classic sounds by way of such things as video games! A very interesting look back from someone who is quite a bit younger. Our Retro-Commercial is for Amana Radar Range Microwave Ovens from 1976. See you on the dance floor with Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Remember when the family radio or TV console was housed in a beautiful, ornate piece of furniture? On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we look back at these consoles as a major furniture piece in mid 20th century homes. Often times, these items defined the status of the family who owned them, as well as offering distinctive choices for people who wanted to house their electronics in elegant cabinets. If you had a nice piece of furniture such as this in your home, or knew someone who did, you'll want to listen in. Next, the Galaxy Good Guys look back at their first jobs. Whether it was being a handyman, pet-sitting, or working in a mattress factory, you'll hear how the Galaxy Guys first got their jobs many years ago. Certain to evoke memories of your first job as well. Our Retro-Commercial is for Zenith Color TV sets. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

Smitty and Mike welcome back their good friend "Shotgun Tom" Kelly on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Shotgun Tom will be receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame later this month. Mike and Smitty chat it up with Shotgun about what it takes for an artist to receive a Star, how the process works, and Shotgun's reflections on this singular honor as he joins the ranks of other celebrated radio personalities such as Robert W. Morgan, and The Real Don Steele. Additionally, Shotgun looks back at his 40-plus year radio and TV career. All in all a delightful half hour with one of the nicest persons to visit the Galaxy Gang! Our Retro-Commercial is with Dinah Shore, singing the well-remembered Chevrolet jingle, "See the USA in a Chevrolet"! Joins us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

This episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site features a story on Great Movie Star Screen Couples of the past. We all have our favorite screen couples from the golden age of cinema, and we look back at some of them. Who are your favorites? Maybe Bogie and Bacall, William Powell and Myrna Loy, or perhaps Clark Gable and Jean Harlow. Whoever your favorites are, we'll remember them here, and also look back at why they were so appealing in those great films we know and love. Next we look back at Scholastic Books. Do you remember when you were in school, and you could order books from the Scholastic Book Company? Once or twice a year, the students were invited to order books from a catalog and everyone waited for the big day when the teacher would have the big box of books on the desk and hand out those books that everyone waited weeks to receive. For many, this instilled a love of reading that remains to this day. We also look back at some of the popular publications for young people from back in the day such as "My Weekly Reader", and "Highlights for Children". Finally we look at some of the electric and metal toys of the 50s and 60s. We look back at the electric football and hockey games that were prevalent back then. We also look back at the Easy Bake Oven, and how little girls would bake cakes and goodies in those little ovens that inspired a whole generation of cooks and bakers. Our Retro-Commercials are for De Soto and of course, the Easy Bake Ovens. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Welcome to Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site! On this episode, we look back at the Etch-A-Sketch, the popular toy of the 1960s and 70s. Long before personal gaming devices which involved electronics became common place, the Etch-A-Sketch, powered by your imagination, would provide just as many hours of fun and entertainment as any modern device. Next we look at touch-tone telephones. Do you remember the old rotary phones, before the push-button touch-tone phone became common place? If so, you recall the days when touch-tone service from the phone company was something you paid extra for, and the idea of pushing 1 for whatever it might be, had not been thought of yet. We recall how this service became the standard for phone service in the United States, and how those touch-tone phones were placed in the hands of millions of Americans. Following this we look at Second Bananas, the actors and characters in your favorite TV show who were not billed as the stars, but gained a wide following because they became just as popular, if not more so, than the lead characters. Finally we look back at some notables whom we lost in the world of entertainment in late December 2012 through early 2013. Come join the party line at Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

This episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site finds the Galaxy Good Guys on a road trip to the transmitter facility of radio station KOGO in San Diego. This facility is historic, being built in 1948 toward the end of the Golden Age of Radio, but nevertheless still carrying much historic and quality programming during the past 65 years. The original RCA transmitter is being dismantled and removed from this site. The transmitter's owner, our good friend Scott Rice, visits with us and discusses how he came to own this great piece of broadcast history, why this unit is being removed, and what is to become of it. We also look back at those years when this transmitter was carrying many of the fine programs and great entertainment of a bygone era. A fascinating look into the workings of a vintage radio transmitter and the facility that has housed it for so long. Come along and listen in, on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

This episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site finds the Galaxy Good Guys on a road trip to the transmitter facility of radio station KOGO in San Diego. This facility is historic, being built in 1948 toward the end of the Golden Age of Radio, but nevertheless still carrying much historic and quality programming during the past 65 years. The original RCA transmitter is being dismantled and removed from this site. The transmitter's owner, our good friend Scott Rice, visits with us and discusses how he came to own this great piece of broadcast history, why this unit is being removed, and what is to become of it. We also look back at those years when this transmitter was carrying many of the fine programs and great entertainment of a bygone era. A fascinating look into the workings of a vintage radio transmitter and the facility that has housed it for so long. Come along and listen in, on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!