In this episode Steve, Andrew, and Jonathan discuss the often forgotten DuMont television network. Innovative, with stations in key east coast major markets, the DuMont network was ultimately done in by a combination of forces — the least of which being its uncooperative partner, Paramount Studios. Join us as we discuss DuMont and its legacy upon others’ later attempts at establishing a fourth network.
- The show that helped launch Jackie Gleason
- Comedian Ernie Kovacs in action
- Bishop Sheen from popular DuMont program Life is Worth Living on the cover of TV Guide
- Popular DuMont children’s program Captain Video
- The electronicam shooting an episode of Captain Video
A great resource for the story of DuMont: http://www.dumontnetwork.com/index.html
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