The Haircut

Originally aired May 4, 1936, this episode finds Fibber McGee resisting Molly’s pleas for a much-needed trim. Fibber insists he’ll visit his usual barber, Frank, but a forgotten phone bill and Molly’s scheming redirect him to the fancifully named "Cutty Wutty Shavey Shopper"—a trendy, modern barbershop run by a “sweet little man.” Chaos ensues as Fibber gets tangled in a packed waiting room, lively characters, misfired phone calls, and a rogue square dancer testing her spin tolerance in a barber chair. From witty one-liners and verbal sparring to the absurd world of “Chin Chopper McGee” and wild tonic salesmen, this episode spins a hilarious tale around something as simple as a haircut. Featuring classic Johnson’s Wax anniversary ads and lovingly remastered, this installment of Fibber McGee & Molly is comedy gold from radio’s golden age.