327 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 • 38 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.

    Big Band On A Budget (Show 209)

    Big Band On A Budget (Show 209)

    Features vintage music by Benny Goodman, Lionel Hampton and Will Osborne.  We also listen to select clips from an Educational Film released in 1950 called "Why Budget?". 
    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
    The Sun In The Morning (Show 208)

    The Sun In The Morning (Show 208)

    Features vintage recordings by Mal Hallett, George Olsen and The Boswell Sisters.  We also listen to a Soundie by Larry Clinton and Ronnaldo answers Listener Mail.
    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
    The V-Disc Episodes - Disc #843 - James, Brown, Ellington

    The V-Disc Episodes - Disc #843 - James, Brown, Ellington

    In this episode we examine and listen to Disc #843 of the V-Disc Collection.  This V-Disc features vintage recordings by Harry James, Les Brown and Duke Ellington. (E033)
    * The musical performances and recordings featured in this podcast are in the Public Domain.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

    • 16 min
    Why? (Show 207)

    Why? (Show 207)

    Features vintage music by Jan Savitt, Sister Rosetta Sharpe and Artie Shaw.  We listen to clips from a 1951 Educational Film called "Answering The Child's Why" and we also hear a Soundie by The Four Ginger Snaps.
    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.

    • 29 min
    Louise The Chatterbox (Show 206)

    Louise The Chatterbox (Show 206)

    Features vintage recordings by Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington and Red Norvo.  We also learn a little about Oscar DuMont's Orchestra and Ronnaldo answers Listener Mail.
    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
    All I Desire Is Good Skin Care (Show 205)

    All I Desire Is Good Skin Care (Show 205)

    Features vintage music by Woody Herman, Raymond Scott and Freddy Martin.  Ronnaldo also talks a little bit about an old show called "Call For Music".
    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

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
38 Ratings

38 Ratings

ChuckWooster ,

Host/producer delivers a great show

Really enjoy this one, great show to work to. Love the education and care the host provides with every composition.

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!

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