The Swing Shift Shuffle is a radio program of swing, big band, jazz, boogie woogie and other popular music from the 1930's and 40's that airs every Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (US Central Time) on WEVL 89.9 FM in Memphis, Tennessee, with a live webcast at wevl.org. In addition to the radio show, this blog is dedicated to all aspects of the Swing Era, including art, automobiles, cartoons, comics, history, movies, music, news, science, technology, and anything else that happened during that time. It also includes announcements about events in the Memphis/Mid-South area related to the Swing Era, such as classic movies, concerts, dances, lectures, etc. If you see something that fits the description, send it to me at tim@wevl.org. If you would like more information about the radio show, just go to the Radio Show FAQ page.

Friday, September 22, 2017

Betty Boop ,M.D.


While the title suggests that Betty Boop has earned her medical degree in this short, her doctorate appears to be from the school of snake oil.  Betty and company set up their wagon to sell "Jippo," a wondrous cure for all ailments.  Some typically odd early 1930's gags and hot jazz ensue, with a interesting Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde ending.  From the Internet Archive, here is the 1932 animated short, Betty Boop, M.D.
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