Big Broadcast Bites: Who's On First?

This excerpt from the March 23, 2025, The Big Broadcast features one of the most iconic comedy routines of all time — Abbott and Costello’s "Who’s On First?".  From their radio show on April 17, 1947, this timeless sketch showcases the duo’s razor-sharp wordplay and impeccable timing, cementing its place in comedy history.

Big Broadcast Bites presents curated clips from WAMU’s long-running radio program, The Big Broadcast. Hosted by Murray Horwitz and produced by Jill Ahrold Bailey, these shorter selections offer quick listens, featuring golden age of radio audio and historical recordings that connect the past to today’s listeners.

The Big Broadcast is WAMU’s longest-running program. The show features a collection of  radio from the golden age, the 30s, 40s, and 50s, hosted by Tony-Award winning playwright, lyricist and director Murray Horwitz.