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Cinnamon Bear Episode #21
Gene Reynolds (April 4, 1923 – February 3, 2020), born Eugene Reynolds Blumenthal, plays the wonderful Nicky Froodle. Nicky went on to have a big career in film and television, being one of the co-creators of the hit series M*A*S*H. He was a writer, producer, director, and actor. I think he’s one of the most…
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Cinnamon Bear Episode #18
Howard McNear, who also voiced Samuel the Seal, is Slim Pickins in this episode. You’ll remember that McNear is best known for his portrayal of the beloved character Floyd Lawson the barber on The Andy Griffith Show. He was also the original voice of Doc Adams in the radio version of Gunsmoke. He also played…
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Cinnamon Bear Episode #17
Today is our 17th episode in the adventures of Cinnamon Bear! In this episode, our friends meet the Muddlers! New information reveals that Mudly was played by Elliott Lewis, who you’ll remember also voiced Mr. Presto the Magician. Read a bit about him here. Captain MacMudd was played by David Kerman (December 1, 1907 –…
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Cinnamon Bear Episode #16
Gale Gordon (February 20, 1906 – June 30, 1995) is Oliver Ostrich. Classic television lovers may remember him as the second Mister Wilson on Dennis the Menace, and radio lovers will remember him from many things, including, but certainly not limited to, recurring roles in Fibber McGee and Molly and Our Miss Brooks, and he…
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Cinnamon Bear Episode #5
We are almost a week into our Cinnamon Bear adventure! In episode number 5, the Assistant Royal Executioner, is played by Ed Max (May 4, 1909 – October 17, 1980). Born Edwin Miller, Ed Max’s radio appearances include parts in Mystery is My Hobby, Let George Do It, The Story of Dr. Kildare, and Suspense,…