Rudy Vallee
The Story of P. T. Barnum
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Rudy Vallée’s radio program brings the singer and entertainer to the microphone in a variety-show setting. Vallée became known for his smooth crooning voice and relaxed, personable delivery, qualities that made him a familiar presence in early American radio.
This recording is identified as “The Story of P. T. Barnum,” pointing to a program centered on the famous showman. The title suggests a biographical or historical subject presented through the broadcast, though the specific treatment and performers are not identified here.
Vallée’s radio work offers a glimpse of an era when popular music and spoken entertainment shared the airwaves. His warm vocal style gives the program an intimate, conversational character, while its named subject provides a point of interest for listeners drawn to stories about American entertainers and public figures.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.