World of Showbusiness

World of Showbusiness was a 30-minute radio entertainment series hosted by Bud Widom and distributed by the Armed Forces Radio and Television Service (AFRTS). The programs featured interviews and conversations with popular entertainers from the worlds of music, motion pictures, and television.

These recordings provided American military personnel stationed around the world with an opportunity to hear familiar entertainment personalities discussing their careers, experiences, and latest activities.

Selections:

Program 693 — Sonny & Cher

Hosted by Bud Widom, this program features the popular singing duo Sonny and Cher, whose recordings and television appearances made them familiar names in American entertainment.

Program 694 — Bobby Darin

Hosted by Bud Widom, this program features singer and actor Bobby Darin, known for such hits as "Mack the Knife," "Dream Lover," and "Beyond the Sea."

Program 695 — Jay North

Hosted by Bud Widom, this program features Jay North, star of Dennis the Menace.

Program 696 — Chris Robinson

Hosted by Bud Widom, this program features actor Chris Robinson, known for TV program 12 O'Clock High.