(Left to right) George M. Cohan and Powers Gouraud
WCAU Radio
early 1934
Here's an early WCAU broadcast. It dates from July 3, 1936 and originated from Baltimore (via 16" transcription disc) and took place in the guest's dressing room in Ford's Theater. It was with the legendary George M. Cohan, an old, dear friend of Gouraud. This 14 minute broadcast, while not being of the best quality, is truly a classic and should be heard by everyone. Keep in mind that broadcasting in Philadelphia was only 14 years old at the time of this broadcast.
Legendary Philadelphia radio host, Powers Gouraud does the interview on WCAU Radio. He's the "ol' nightowl." This, by the way, was Cohan's six appearance on Gouraud's broadcast. The very first radio appearance by George M. Cohan anywhere in the world was on Powers' broadcast in 1929, shortly after Gouraud started his broadcasting career. Gouraud was hired by our first President, Stan Lee Broza.
From the official archives of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia
Photo and audio originally donated by Broadcast Pioneers member Gerry Wilkinson
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