TV & Radio Audiobooks

Camp Waterlogg Chronicles, Seasons 1–5 Audiobook

Part improvisation, part audio cartoon, The Camp Waterlogg Chronicles, Seasons 1–5 is a five-volume collection of the successful comedy show created by two radio-theater veterans. Each volume contains six one-hour segments of the comic misadventures of Sergeant Lefty, Olive Pitts, Ellis the Boatkeeper, Squeaky Lkie, Stinky Peter, Mrs. Terwilliger, and all the wacky denizens of Camp Waterlogg, the dilapidated camp for kids in the Catskills. The creation of husband and wife team Joe Bevilacqua (Joe Bev) and Lorie Kellogg, theses episodes are part of the Comedy-O-Rama Hour, a successful radio theater show on Sirius XM Radio.

Joe Bevilacqua, Joe Bevilacqua, Lorie Kellogg, Lorie Kellogg, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristán (Author), A Full Cast, A Full Cast, Bob Camp, Bob Greenberg, Charles Dawson Butler, Jim Folly, Joe Bevilacqua, Judy Tenuta, Julie Newmar, June Foray, Kenny Savoy, Lorie Kellogg, Phil Proctor, Rick Overton, Stuart Pankin (Narrator)

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Camp Waterlogg Chronicles, Season 6–10: The Best of the Comedy-O-Rama Hour, Season 6

Part improvisation, part audio cartoon, The Camp Waterlogg Chronicles, Season 6–10 is a five-volume collection of the successful comedy show created by two radio-theater veterans. Each volume contains six one-hour segments of the comic misadventures of Sergeant Lefty, Olive Pitts, Ellis the Boatkeeper, Squeaky Lkie, Stinky Peter, Mrs. Terwilliger, and all the wacky denizens of Camp Waterlogg, the dilapidated camp for kids in the Catskills. The creation of husband and wife team Joe Bevilacqua (Joe Bev) and Lorie Kellogg, theses episodes are part of the Comedy-O-Rama Hour, a successful radio theater show on Sirius XM Radio.

Charles Dawson Butler, Charles Dawson Butler, Daws Butler, Joe Bevilacqua, Joe Bevilacqua, Lorie Kellogg, Lorie Kellogg, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristan, Pedro Pablo Sacristán (Author), A Full Cast, A Full Cast, Jim Folly, Joe Bevilacqua, Kenny Savoy, Lorie Kellogg (Narrator)

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The Gospel According to the Simpsons: The Spiritual Life of the World's Most Animated Family

How did The Simpsons, one of the most popular television shows in history, go from being attacked by many religious leaders for its lack of family values to being called one of the most theologically relevant programs in prime time? Religion journalist Mark Pinsky tackles that question in this accessible, witty, and enlightening book. Pinsky explores the individual characters, interviews several of the show’s writers and producers, and concludes with a discussion of whether the show – once cited as further evidence of the decline of civility and morality in the world- is subversive or supportive of faith. The answer may surprise you.

Mark Pinksy, Mark Pinksy (Author), Lloyd James, Lloyd James (Narrator)

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Johnny Mathis

It's a testament to Johnny Mathis' talent and legacy that in 1958, just two years after signing with Columbia Records, the label released Johnny's Greatest Hits, the first album of its kind. It remained on the charts for the next 9 ½ years. Wink Martindale sat down with Mathis for a conversation in 1971. He discusses the diverse audience his music attracts, what he attributes his success to and his profound love of singing. A number of his contemporaries also contribute thoughts about Mathis' talents and career.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass

Herb Alpert's career began under the name Dore Alpert. When his first few releases with RCA Records failed to gain traction, he was dropped from the label. That's when Alpert joined forces with his friend Jerry Moss to form an independent label. Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass grew to great success by the mid-sixties with pre-orders for their album numbering in the millions. Host Wink Martindale sat down with Alpert and takes listeners on an exciting journey from those earliest days to the heights of Alpert's career.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Glenn Miller

Despite his first orchestra being a complete failure, Glenn Miller grew to become arguably one of the most famous big band leaders. Following this early stumble, Miller launched his second band in March of 1938 and went on to achieve great success before his tragic disappearance in 1944. George T. Simon, big band expert, critic, author and a close friend to Glenn Miller, provides listeners with on an overview of Miller's career. In his conversation with Wink Martindale, Simon provides an expert look at Miller's music, career and personal life.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Gordon Jenkins

Gordon Jenkins arranged for legendary musicians, recorded a dozen hit singles including "P.S. I Love You" and "Blue Prelude" and a host of other accomplishments in the world of music. The arranger, composer and pianist was influential throughout the 40s and 50s. Despite his many musical talents, Jenkins discusses his desire but unfortunate inability to sing. In a conversation with host Wink Martindale, Jenkins talks about his expansive musical work, accomplished career and focusing on writing well versus writing to get rich.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Al Martino

Al Martino's success began in 1952 with the single "Here in My Heart." The self-taught crooner went on to find his biggest success in an unlikely source in 1963 with a version of "I Love You Because," which was originally a country tune. In August of 1972, he sat down for an interview with host Wink Martindale to reflect on his storied career. Martino discusses his early life growing up, some of his musical influences and the highs and lows of his musical journey.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Percy Faith

Though his work was often classified as just "arrangements," Percy Faith's work went well beyond that and could be more accurately described as "recompositions." He got his start as a child studying piano and eventually made his mark as an instrumental stylist, importing elements of jazz and rock into mood music. In a conversation with host Wink Martindale, Faith discusses the work it takes to find and keep fans, his lengthy music career and his focus on creating music that makes him happy versus music that might sell well.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Harry Belafonte

Harry Belafonte didn't start out with a dream of being a singer. He wanted to be an actor, and studied theater for five years in New York. Unable to find work as an actor, he had to choose between abandoning dreams of being a performer entirely, or find a new area of entertainment to pursue. Opportunity struck when he was offered a chance to be an intermission singer at a local jazz club, and his singing talent began to catch on. In a conversation with host Wink Martindale, Belafonte discusses his journey to showbiz success as the "King of Calypso." He also candidly speaks on his early life, his involvement in the Civil Rights Movement and his passion for performing.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Patti Page

Patti Page's music provided a soothing counterpoint to the revolutionary sound of rock n' roll in the 1950s, incorporating elements of country music into traditional pop songs. From 1948 through 1970 she had nearly 100 records on the Billboard Singles chart including "(How Much Is That) Doggie in the Window," "Old Cape Cod," "Allegheny Moon" and "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte." Page sat down with host Wink Martindale to discuss her personal life, the early days of her career and her astounding popular success at a time when traditional pop music waned. She embraced new multi-track technology that allowed producers to layer her voice in recordings and provide her own harmonies.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Kenny Rogers

When Kenny Rogers started singing in high school, he went through numerous gimmicks and phases trying to find a way to make his voice identifiable. Audiences didn't respond to what he was doing, and on the advice of a friend, he dropped the gimmicks and started to embrace his own sound. Many awards, hit songs and decades later, and there is no doubt of his gift for storytelling and distinctive sound. In an interview with host Wink Martindale, Rogers discusses his journey coming up in the music industry, his acclaimed career and the blend of genres that shaped his iconic sound.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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