radio programmes

[rkwils]

What were the most popular radio programmes in 1938

[Buenchico]

Prior to 1938 (and throughout much of that year) there were very few regular programmes broadcast on BBC radio. Programmes were generally put together as 'one offs', with no fixed pattern to the broadcasting. One of the few regular programmes which was broadcast (and which would have attracted very large audiences on Saturday evenings during 1938) was 'In Town Tonight':
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_Town_Tonight

The first regular comedy show, to be broadcast by the BBC, first went on air in 1938, to massive acclaim. It was Band Waggon:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Band_Waggon

Chris

[rkwils]

Many thanks for that, compiling a nostalgia list for my brothers' 70th and that has helped greatly.