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Rotary Media - Rotary Radio
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Rotary Radio

 

Set the dial to 1955 and the Rotary Golden Theater Radio Show, a series of radio dramas that Rotary produced for its 50th anniversary. Listen to all 13 episodes. 15 minutes each. 


 

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(Original Introductory Notes from 1954)

   

Episode 1:
"The Golden Year"

In this first episode, a newspaper editor helps a young reporter learn about Rotary's 50th anniversary by taking him to Rotary's headquarters in Evanston, Illinois, USA. It's there that they interview the RI president at the time, Herbert J. Taylor, who is also the author of The Four-Way Test 
(EPISODE NOTES)

   

Episode 2:
"Magic Formula"

In this radio drama episode, listen how one Rotarian's career becomes richer and happier by following the guidelines in The Four-Way Test 
(EPISODE NOTES)
   

Episode 3:
"Working Together"
 

Tune in to hear how honesty and fairness helps employees and management achieve the shared goal of a life well-lived. 
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Episode 4:
"Hands Across the Sea"

Listen in as a student on a Rotary Foundation scholarship helps bridge the gap between two countries, as well as with his father. (EPISODE NOTES)
   

Episode 5:
"The World We Know"

Intrigue surrounds a set of mysterious blueprints in this episode of Rotary's radio drama. These secret blueprints could help put an end to hate and warfare -- if evil spies don't steal them first.
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Episode 6:
"Dear Enemy"

Is a business competitor an enemy or a partner in promoting good industry practices? After meeting a Rotarian, one businessman finds the answer.
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Episode 7:
"Worthy Work"

In this radio drama about vocational service, a wealthy man's heart attack during a snowstorm helps him see the worthiness of all occupations.
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Episode 8:
"Honor Among Thieves"

Is there a difference between shrewd business practices and dishonesty? A businessman discovers some uncomfortable truths after a conversation with a man considered dishonest by many in town.
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Episode 9:
"Spotlight on Youth"

This episode highlights Boys and Girls Week, which was discontinued. The spirit, however, of Rotarians reaching out to youth remains.
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Episode 10:
"Let's Get Acquainted"

A man, who was initially hesitant to join Rotary because he thought he didn't have the time, is helped by Rotarians after a fire destroys his business.
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Episode 11:
"Youth: Yesterday and Today"

Rotarians strive to give local troubled youth a bright and respectable future in this episode of the Rotary Golden Theater Radio Show.
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Episode 12:
"The Active Citizen"

This episode features the story of a Rotarian who believes that a fulfilling life involves community activity. He hopes to pass on these values to his son.
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Episode 13:
"Our Partners: Youth"

When a youth center funded by a local Rotary club almost closes, Rotarians in this episode learn that people seldom appreciate what's handed to them.
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