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A show of firsts...On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network, we look back on the firsts that occurred in our young lives. From sleeping in our own room, to dancing with a member of the opposite sex, to being charged with running a "grown up" errand, to trying that first cigarette, to flying on an airplane, all for the first time- we remember these events as a right of passage. The experience of doing something new, something that may seem very grown up, or marking a new level of trust or confidence, are all things that we can recall. Some memories are funny, others serious, others sweet. Whatever the case might be join the Galaxy Guys as they recall some of the firsts from their early days. Its a fun trip back down memory lane on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we remember Lawrence Welk and his Champagne Music. From the 1950's to more recent times, Lawrence Welk was a fixture on our TV sets every Saturday night. From the early years as a local Los Angeles program, to his network program on ABC, to first-run syndication where he continued to entertain his huge fan base, We could always count on Mr. Welk and his company to provide a delightful hour of musical entertainment. Many of us have memories of watching his show as young ones, with our parents and family members. The show and the music are now evocative of another era, and Lawrence Welk is still fondly remembered after all of these years. His show reflected the more mature musical tastes and were a scrapbook of Americana from the years he was on the air. #lawrencewelk #oldtvshows #champagnemusic Join us for this fond look back at Lawrence Welk and his Champagne Music on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network.

It's silly song Sunday here on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site! Join us as we look back on some of those silly songs from way back when. Novelty songs that in many cases were hits. Such songs as "Monster Mash", "Beep Beep", "Camp Granada", and "Purple People Eater" along with many more, are recalled as being catchy tunes that made us laugh at the same time. We look at this genre of music and how it was once quite popular but really is not around anymore. In the fun-filled days of the 50s and 60s (and actually before that!) no one was afraid to satirize things in daily life, everyone had fun listening to those tunes. But today, sadly, the creative freedom that once was has been hidden away in our politically correct times. However, we have a great treasury of these classic songs to enjoy to this day. Next, we salute our affiliated station KPRI in Pala, California. They have adopted the KPRI call sign as of earlier this year, and those historic call letters bring us to the fascinating topic of early FM Radio. We recall what early FM was, and how it changed the landscape of radio listeners, coinciding with the early years of the high fidelity craze in the 1950s. With the advent of FM radio you could listen to whole sides of albums, and unique music that normally would not be heard on AM radio. It was a fascinating time when FM was developing and we look back to those early days. Finally we remember former CBS Radio Newsman Reid Collins, who passed away on April 19, 2018. Mr. Collins' work on CBS Radio spanned most of the era of the 1960s and 70s. He was heard on the hourly news as well as covering many of the space shots of the era. Later, he worked for CNN as a newscaster and covering many of the historic events of the 80s and 90s. The passing of Reid Collins marks the end of an era in radio journalism. Our Retro-Commercials are for Toastettes Toaster pastries from 1968, and for the 1970 Chrysler, the third in a musical series of commercials from that year. Click here to listen: https://bit.ly/2SL0B9s

We remember our favorite TV and film moms on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Most of the great TV shows we remember from earlier times had a family involved in the storyline. And more often than not, a mom was a part of the cast. Such moms as June Cleaver, Margaret Anderson, and Donna Stone are well remembered and much loved to this day. In the 1950s and 60s, these programs reflected life in the United States at that time, almost always showing a nuclear family. In the later 60s and in the 70s, the shows mirrored the social changes in the country and many times single moms and even men functioning in the role of moms were also featured. It's a fun look-back on many of these moms and their TV programs. Our Retro-Commercial is for Ultra Brite Toothpaste from 1968. Join us as we remember mom on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

Fifty years ago, Mister Roger's Neighborhood debuted on television. Since 1968, generations of children have benefited from Fred Rogers, who in a friendly and gentle way, presented a safe and educational environment for young children to learn and grow. On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we remember his wonderful television program. We look back upon his life and mission, the creation of his television program, and the legacy he created; a legacy that continues today in rebroadcasts of his program, fifteen years after his passing. All of us who have grown up from the 1960s forward came to know and love Mister Rogers. In recent days, a documentary on his life and his children's television programs has been released, lending more legendary status to Fred Rogers and Mister Roger's Neighborhood. Join us for this tribute on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network.

On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we look back to some of our favorite films that had surprise endings. Such movies as Planet of the Apes and The Sting had endings that completely surprised us and were different from how we thought they might end. Next we remember simple, basic toys from the past. Some examples are Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, Blocks, and Checkers. They required no batteries and provided us with hours of fun and entertainment. Finally we remember our friend John Coleman who passed away in January. John had been our guest back in 2013 on program 127 (pictured), and shared many of lifetime experiences in weather and broadcasting, such as being part of the original Eyewitness News Team, and his founding of the Weather Channel. John was one of the most engaging interviews we have been privileged to conduct. Our Retro-Commercials are for Halo Shampoo and for French's Mustard. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network.

On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we look back to Scouting in the era of the 1960s and 70s. Mike and George recall their days as Scouts and some of the fun adventures they encountered while in a Scout's uniform. Joining a Scout troop was a guarantee of fun, adventures, and learning new skills that would come in handy later in life. We also remember some of the vintage candies from our past. Abba Zabba, Sugar Daddy, Candy Cigarettes, and Astro-Pops were just a few of the many candies we recall while growing up. And while these fun candies seemed to disappear from the scene many years ago, they are still around and can be found in specialty shops and on-line. It's a sweet memory you'll recall too. Our Retro-Commercial is for Rice A Roni, voiced by Dick Tufeld, the announcer from the good old days of radio and early TV. Join us for this fun episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

We look at a television program that began 50 years ago in 1968 and is still going to this day. That program is CBS News 60 Minutes. The Sunday night news magazine program debuted September 24, 1968, and continues on the air. We recall some of the stories and events covered in the years since this program began. We also recall the correspondents who have presented the stories over the years. Harry Reasoner, Morley Safer, Mike Wallace, Dan Rather, among many, are still remembered from the program's early years. For many of school-age, 60 Minutes marked the end of the weekend and the night before a new week. Join us as we look back upon this program and recall your memories of this show on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network.

PART 1 of 2) On June 16, 2017, the Galaxy Gang were once again at the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar, California. As in years past, John and Susan Fox joined Mike and Smitty for a fun-filled two hour broadcast. Also on this occasion, we were joined by fellow Galaxy Good Guy "Shotgun Tom" Kelly. During the course of the program, we recalled memories of past years at the Fair. Shotgun recalled doing remote broadcasts from there, as well as memories of his good friend the late Frank Thompson of KOGO Radio, who broadcast from the Fair each year back in the 1960s. We hear clips of some of Frank's broadcasts. Also memories of 50 years ago, the music, the events in our world and in popular culture, and a look back at how we listened to our music 50 years ago. And also a visit from Carmel, of "Australian Battered Potatoes". It's a fun-filled two hours that's sure to bring back good memories. Join us as we go to the Fair on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network! (PART 1 of 2)

(PART 2 of 2) On June 16, 2017, the Galaxy Gang were once again at the San Diego County Fair at Del Mar, California. As in years past, John and Susan Fox joined Mike and Smitty for a fun-filled two hour broadcast. Also on this occasion, we were joined by fellow Galaxy Good Guy "Shotgun Tom" Kelly. During the course of the program, we recalled memories of past years at the Fair. Shotgun recalled doing remote broadcasts from there, as well as memories of his good friend the late Frank Thompson of KOGO Radio, who broadcast from the Fair each year back in the 1960s. We hear clips of some of Frank's broadcasts. Also memories of 50 years ago, the music, the events in our world and in popular culture, and a look back at how we listened to our music 50 years ago. And also a visit from Carmel, of "Australian Battered Potatoes". It's a fun-filled two hours that's sure to bring back good memories. Join us as we go to the Fair on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network! (PART 2 of 2)

We look back to our school days on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Particularly we remember Open House, when we would return to our schoolrooms at night with our parents to see our teachers and get an update on our activities. Next we talk about Pictures and Slides from earlier days. How this was the way that family memories were preserved in those long-ago days before video and snapping a quick picture on your phone. It was an interesting and involved process that was not instant. We also talk about preserving those valuable films and photos and making sure they are carried forward for newer generations to enjoy. Finally, we recall saving money in our childhood. Earning money, Savings Accounts and Piggy Banks were important in our learning to save and manage those windfalls. Our Retro Commercials are for the famous Slinky and a Public Service spot urging us to Buckle Up our Seat Belts. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we remember those distinctive sounds from our childhood days. Perhaps it was the old telephone ringing, changing channels on a mechanical TV tuner, or putting playing cards on the spokes of our bikes. Many of these sounds have completely disappeared as technology has changed and we have moved forward in time. The memories remain and if we should hear one of these sounds today, we are immediately transported to an earlier time and place. It's fun to recall how many of these old sounds we remember from back in the day. Our Retro-Commercial is for "Manpower" deodorant from 1964. Listen for the sounds of the past on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!

Last year brought us the loss of four musical giants and we remember them on this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. We remember Glen Campbell, Walter Becker of "Steely Dan", Tom Petty, and Fats Domino. All four of these artists excelled in providing their audiences and fans with top quality entertainment and musical memories that will last a lifetime. As we review each artist, we look back upon their lives, how they began their musical careers, and how they have influenced the musical genres they belonged to. We offer this tribute to each of them and are grateful for their talents and the memories associated with their music that we will always remember. Our Retro-Commercial is for Campbell's Soups from the 1950s. Join us as we recall these musical giants on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network.

It's been a little over 60 years since the debut of the iconic TV show "Leave it to Beaver". On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we remember the popular family TV program that premiered in 1957, and continues today in reruns and home video. Most of us recall the adventures of Beaver and his friends, Whitey, Larry, and Gilbert, as well as the exploits of big brother Wally and his friends Lumpy and the irreverent Eddie Haskell. Added to the show mix was the guidance and council offered by Beaver and Wally's parents Ward and June Cleaver. Leave it To Beaver is portrait of a prosperous suburban mid-20th century family. Great Baby Boomer memories, whether you watched the shows as they ran each season until 1963, or decades later in reruns. Travel with us as we go to Mayfield and pay a visit to the Cleavers and friends.

On this episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, we recall the days when Door to Door sales reps would come to visit our homes on a regular basis. Whether it was the Fuller Brush Man, an insurance agent, a bakery truck, or someone offering encyclopedias, the people showing up at our doors were always polite and neatly dressed. Often, our moms or dads would buy or order something from them. Long before the internet, Door to Door was a very common way of selling merchandise and services. A memory from the past we all remember well. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, on the Galaxy Nostalgia Network!