Street Car Motorman

Originally aired April 20, 1936, this episode finds Fibber McGee and Molly waiting on the corner of 14th and Oak Street in their hometown of Wistful Vista for the elusive one-man streetcar. True to form, Fibber's impatience and tendency to pontificate lead to a cascade of comedic confusion. Fibber waxes philosophical about streetcar delays, declares war on common sense, and finds himself embroiled in wild speculation, tall tales, and rapid-fire banter with Molly. Between jokes about international affairs and his fumbling attempts to be helpful, Fibber finds his own way to disrupt a quiet corner of town. Peppered with vintage Johnson’s Wax advertisements and featuring the catchy opening number “Goody Goody” by Rico Marchelli’s orchestra, this delightfully absurd episode captures the whimsical charm and verbal gymnastics that define Fibber McGee & Molly. A classic slice of golden-age radio, hilariously restored for modern ears.