A word or thirty from the sponsors of public radio’s enduring Saturday-evening staple, Commercial Radio features the best bits (and questionable marketing strategies) of many Lake Wobegon establishments. In addition to missives from longtime supporters such as the Catchup Advisory Board and the American Duct Tape Council, special messages from the Minnesota Diminishment Clinic, the Professional Association of English Majors, and many others peddle unique wares and unexpected services. Combining catchy slogans, memorable jingles, sometimes-seamless segues to product promotions, and the spirited aural antics of Tom Keith, this first-ever collection of sponsor ads is a true treat for aficionados of A Prairie Home Companion, which attracts more than three million listeners every week. All tracks are recorded from live broadcasts.
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Garrison Keillor is America's favorite storyteller. For more than 35 years as the host of A Prairie Home Companion, he has captivated millions of public radio listeners with his weekly "News from Lake Wobegon" monologues. Keillor is also the author of several books and a frequent contributor to national publications including Time, The New Yorker, and National Geographic, in addition to writing his own syndicated column. He has been awarded a National Humanities Medal from the National Endowment of the Humanities.
Garrison Keillor is America's favorite storyteller. For more than 30 years as the host of A Prairie Home Companion, he has captivated millions of public radio listeners with his weekly "News from Lake Wobegon" monologues. Keillor is also the author of several books and a frequent contributor to national publications including Time, The New Yorker, and National Geographic, in addition to writing his own syndicated column. He has been awarded a National Humanities Medal from the National Endowment of the Humanities.
Garrison Keillor is America's favorite storyteller. For more than 30 years as the host of A Prairie Home Companion, he has captivated millions of public radio listeners with his weekly "News from Lake Wobegon" monologues. Keillor is also the author of several books and a frequent contributor to national publications including Time, The New Yorker, and National Geographic, in addition to writing his own syndicated column. He has been awarded a National Humanities Medal from the National Endowment of the Humanities.
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Devotees of "A Prairie Home Companion" will revel in adding this title to their collections. Garrison Keillor, Tim Russell, Sue Scott, and Tom Keith are captured in favorite skits featuring the imaginary sponsors of the show, such as the Café Boeuf and Earl's Academy of Accents. This production would make a nice gift for those who belong to the Professional Association of English Majors or frequent users of duct tape. The musical contributions from Guy's All-Star Shoe Band provide the liveliness that is part of every "Prairie Home" broadcast. This collection of "commercials" will lift your spirits, maybe even give you the strength to get up and do what needs to be done. R.F. © AudioFile 2004, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine
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Very funny but not enough,
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Cute flash backs to the "commercials" in Prairie Home Companion. Very entertaining but only about 30 minutes long.
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Sooo funny!!!,
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If you are a fan of Prairie Home Companion radio program, or even if you've never heard it, this CD will put lots of smiles on your face and brighten up your day.
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Great Fun for a Garrison Keillor Lover,
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I gave this CD to my adult son. Since he was a child he enjoyed listening to all the Lake Wobegon "tapes" (they were tapes back then), and CD's, and owns the entire collection now. This was a great supplimental CD to give to a fan who has all the rest. It was very entertaining. If you enjoy Garrison Keillor's work, you will enjoy this CD.
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