Undated Broadcasts Identified: This I Believe
Continuing Stage 1 of our systematic backlog resolution across all 80,308 undated broadcasts, this update resolves an additional 50 broadcasts from Edward R. Murrow's This I Believe on CBS Radio (Sequences 516 through 565).
Undated Broadcasts Project
Continuing Stage 1 of our systematic backlog resolution across all 80,308 undated broadcasts, This update resolves an additional 50 broadcasts from Edward R. Murrow's This I Believe on CBS Radio (Sequences 516 through 565).
This installment features some of the most influential minds and cultural pioneers of the twentieth century.
1. Broadcasts
| Speaker / Title | Airdate | Credited Background & Role | Pure Narrative Synopsis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Einstein | 1954-10-18 | Theoretical Physicist & Nobel Laureate | Theoretical physicist Albert Einstein reflects on cosmic mystery, the beauty of the unknown, human fellowship, and moral duty. |
| Jackie Robinson | 1952-04-18 | Hall of Fame Baseball Pioneer | Baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson reflects on breaking baseball's color line, self-control under abuse, and faith in racial equality. |
| Thomas Mann | 1953-04-03 | Nobel Laureate in Literature | Nobel author Thomas Mann reflects on the moral imperative of European humanism, resisting totalitarian barbarism, and artistic truth. |
| Maria von Trapp | 1953-05-08 | Trapp Family Singers Matriarch | Trapp Family matriarch Maria von Trapp reflects on escaping Nazi Austria, family musical unity, and total trust in God's providence. |
| Sister Elizabeth Kenny | 1952-09-05 | Polio Rehabilitation Pioneer | Nurse Elizabeth Kenny reflects on fighting medical orthodoxy, developing physical therapy for polio paralysis, and comforting sick children. |
| Arnold Toynbee | 1954-08-04 | Renowned Universal Historian (A Study of History) | Historian Arnold Toynbee reflects on the rise and fall of civilizations, spiritual renewal amidst historical crisis, and universal faith. |
| Amy Vanderbilt | 1954-09-13 | Foremost American Etiquette Authority | Etiquette authority Amy Vanderbilt reflects on manners as practical kindness, consideration for others, and gracious social living. |
| Lauritz Melchior | 1954-08-30 | Preeminent Wagnerian Heldentenor | Wagnerian tenor Lauritz Melchior reflects on vocal stamina on the operatic stage, comedic warmth, and spreading joy through song. |
| Jean Hersholt | 1952-06-13 | Beloved Radio Actor (Dr. Christian) | Actor Jean Hersholt discusses portraying Dr. Christian, translating Hans Christian Andersen, and humanitarian aid for actors. |
| Horace M. Kallen | 1954-08-06 | Originator of "Cultural Pluralism" | Philosopher Horace M. Kallen reflects on cultural pluralism, democratic diversity without conformity, and secular humanism. |