319 episodes

The Big Band and Swing Podcast is a weekly podcast that focuses on the music, artists and history of the Big Band Era of the 1930's and 1940's. You will hear both classic and forgotten Big Band recordings and performances rescued from Old Time Radio Broadcasts (OTR), Soundies, V-Discs and other AFRS archives.

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    • 4.9 • 37 Ratings

The Big Band and Swing Podcast is a weekly podcast that focuses on the music, artists and history of the Big Band Era of the 1930's and 1940's. You will hear both classic and forgotten Big Band recordings and performances rescued from Old Time Radio Broadcasts (OTR), Soundies, V-Discs and other AFRS archives.

    Vitamins and a Cowgirl (Show 203)

    Vitamins and a Cowgirl (Show 203)

    Features vintage music by Marion Hutton, Cab Calloway and Duke Ellington.  Ronnaldo answers listener mail and also talks a little bit about Dale Evans.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 33 min
    Still Getting a Thrill (Show 202)

    Still Getting a Thrill (Show 202)

    Features vintage recordings by The Crew Chiefs, Freddie Slack and Stan Kenton.  We also listen to a Soundie by vocalist Vera Barton and a PSA about Tire Rationing.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 32 min
    Sweetie In The Newsreel (Show 201)

    Sweetie In The Newsreel (Show 201)

    Features vintage music by The Andrews Sisters, Vaughn Monroe and Harry James.  Ronnaldo also talks a little bit about Alvino Rey.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 34 min
    A Double Dose Of Duz (Show 200)

    A Double Dose Of Duz (Show 200)

    Features vintage recordings by Erskine Butterfield, Benny Goodman and Sammy Kaye.  We also celebrate the Podcast's 200th Weekly Episode.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 30 min
    A Holiday For The Low, Short and Squatty (Show 199)

    A Holiday For The Low, Short and Squatty (Show 199)

    Features music by Jan Garber, Ray McKinley, Woody Herman and more.  We also listen to a catchy little jingle from Falstaff Beer.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 30 min
    A Dozen Roses For You (Show 198)

    A Dozen Roses For You (Show 198)

    Features vintage recordings by Johnny Long, Artie Shaw and Glenn Miller.  Ronnaldo also plays a Snader Telescription by The Dinning Sisters.
    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat.  Learn more at SupportSwing.com.
    * All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 32 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
37 Ratings

37 Ratings

CrashAnderson3 ,

Relaxing

I love this music and this podcast. It’s a great 30 minute escape of pure joy and relaxation!

SuperMarioNell ,

One Marvelous Podcast!!

Ronnaldo creates an irresistibly addictive gem of swing and big band music in a delicious little package sonic swinging goodness. One a word -- marvelous!

borstelig ,

Little heard gems from the past!

What a find!…love the PSAs too. Sounds so cool coming out of my old tube radios📻

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