About this episode
This episode discusses the radio sitcom Amos 'N Andy, its history, and its characters.
Amos ’N Andy was a radio sitcom that aired from 1928 to 1960. The titled characters were Black, but were played by the two white show creators Freeman Gosden (Amos) and Charles Correll (Andy). The show had a brief stint on television from 1951 to 1953 where the title characters were played by Black actors. Part 1: The Kingfish is bequeathed a weekly allowance for help care for his Great Dane. Aired on June 30, 1952. Part 2: Uncle Harold leaves Andy $25,000 on the condition he never marries. Aired on July 7, 1952.
Topics covered
- radio sitcom
- Amos 'N Andy
- Black representation
- history of radio
Keywords
- sitcom
- Great Dane
- inheritance
- television
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Amos 'N Andy, Amos ’N Andy
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