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Horace Heidt was one of the most famous band leaders of all time. He was a pioneer and accomplished many firsts during his lifetime. Starting his career in vaudeville, he worked and helped discover Art Carney, The King Sisters, Frankie Carl, Alvino Rey, Gordon MacRae, and more. Horace became a household name in radio by hosting the Pot o' Gold, the very first radio show that gave away money to it's listeners. For that he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He also received another star by hosting the first traveling talent show on television, The Original Youth Opportunity Program. Many of America's most talented stars graduated from this show, including: Johnny Carson, Ken Berry, Dean Jones, Frankie Carle, Florence Henderson, Al Hirt, Pete Fountain, and Mike Douglas, to name a few. Subscribe to our channel to see exclusive videos from Horace Heidt's many television shows, specials, and radio programs. As well as, recordings from his 40 year musical career.
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Horace Heidt Pot o' Gold Christmas radio show broadcast circa 1939 ‘Twas the night before Christmas
180 views · 12/10/2024
Audie Murphy on Horace Heidt's Swift Show Wagon February 19,1955
390 views · 09/26/2024
"What Is America?" by D.H. Johnson performed by Horace Heidt Jr. June 30, 2020
113 views · 07/04/2024
Keys to the City presented to Horace Heidt's Original Youth Opportunity Program
103 views · 02/08/2024
Horace Heidt Big Band Star-Maker makes a great Christmas Gift!
99 views · 12/07/2023
William Frawley on Horace Heidt's Swift Show Wagon
682 views · 11/30/2023
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