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S et the dial to 1955 and the Rotary Golden Theater Radio Show, a series of radio dramas that Rotary produced for its 50th anniversary. Listen to all 13 episodes.

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Episode list

Episode 1: "The Golden Year"

In this first episode, a newspaper editor helps a young reporter learn about Rotary's 50th anniversary by taking him to Rotary's headquarters in Evanston, Illinois, USA. It's there that they interview the RI president at the time, Herbert J. Taylor, who is also the author of The Four-Way Test .

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Episode 2: "Magic Formula"

In this radio drama episode, listen how one Rotarian's career becomes richer and happier by following the guidelines in The Four-Way Test .

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Episode 3: "Working Together"

Tune in to hear how honesty and fairness helps employees and management achieve the shared goal of a life well-lived.

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Episode 4: "Hands Across the Sea"

Listen in as a student on a Rotary Foundation scholarship helps bridge the gap between two countries, as well as with his father.

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Episode 5: "The World We Know"

Intrigue surrounds a set of mysterious blueprints in this episode of Rotary's radio drama. These secret blueprints could help put an end to hate and warfare -- if evil spies don't steal them first.

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Episode 6: "Dear Enemy"

Is a business competitor an enemy or a partner in promoting good industry practices? After meeting a Rotarian, one businessman finds the answer.

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Episode 7: "Worthy Work"

In this radio drama about vocational service, a wealthy man's heart attack during a snowstorm helps him see the worthiness of all occupations.

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Episode 8: "Honor Among Thieves"

Is there a difference between shrewd business practices and dishonesty? A businessman discovers some uncomfortable truths after a conversation with a man considered dishonest by many in town.

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Episode 9: "Spotlight on Youth"

This episode highlights Boys and Girls Week, which was discontinued. The spirit, however, of Rotarians reaching out to youth remains.

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Episode 10: "Let's Get Acquainted"

A man, who was initially hesitant to join Rotary because he thought he didn't have the time, is helped by Rotarians after a fire destroys his business.

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Episode 11: "Youth: Yesterday and Today"

Rotarians strive to give local troubled youth a bright and respectable future in this episode of the Rotary Golden Theater Radio Show.

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Episode 12: "The Active Citizen"

This episode features the story of a Rotarian who believes that a fulfilling life involves community activity. He hopes to pass on these values to his son.

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Episode 13: "Our Partners: Youth"

When a youth center funded by a local Rotary club almost closes, Rotarians in this episode learn that people seldom appreciate what's handed to them.

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14 Comments:

At 9:31AM on 9 November 2008, Gbemi TIJANI MST wrote: nb error regretted in previous post: THE PERENNIALITY OF ROTARY & THE UNITED NATIONS... i extend felicitations on behalf of The Rotary Club of OlUYOLE ESTATE,D9130 to all Rotarians and global members of the UN as ROTARY CELEBRATES THE ROTARY UN DAY on NOvember 8,2008.-GBEMI TIJANI MST DIRECTOR INT.SERVICE, FORMER UNESCO CLUB LEADER 1978OGUN STATE,NIGERIA

At 9:24AM on 9 November 2008, gbemi wrote: i extend felicitationson behalf of The Rotary Club of OlUYOLE ESTATE,D9130 to all Rotations and global members of the UN as ROTARY CELEBRATES THE ROTARY UN DAY on NOvember 8,2008.-GBEMI TIJANI MST DIRECTOR INT.SERVICE, FORMER UNESCO CLUB LEADER 1978OGUN STATE,NIGERIA

At 10:23PM on 6 October 2008, rosil jage wrote: excellent

At 5:50PM on 12 September 2008, Peter Crane, ESD Rotary Club of Redland Sunrise, Brisbane, Australia wrote: A fascinating insight into the history of Rotary. I've put the episodes onto several CDs and we are using the series as a part of our Rotary Information Training for new members (and some not-so-new). Highly recommended for all Rotarians, even experienced ones.

At 2:43PM on 4 September 2008, GBEMI TIJANI MST wrote: pls extend rotary radio in accessible global-format. via GSM as telecommunication revolution is boosting communication and entertainment now in Africa..It will be a good tool for continue rotary education and information for African Clubs GBEMI TIJANI MST RC OLUYOLE ESTATE,Ibadan, NIGERIA D9130 ..

At 2:20PM on 4 September 2008, GBEMI TIJANI MST wrote: ...as rr episodes have shown being a Rotarian is actually a conscientious challenge-social as well as professional.We hope the 4 way test will be an enduring amd endearing ready raw material for practice as well personal parameter for membership ethics.True friendship in rotary could be a catalyst in fostering quality affiliation and membership retention and expansion globally worthy creativity inclusive. The power of radio broadcast is tremendous. Gbemi

At 9:54AM on 24 August 2008, Pradeep Shrestha wrote: The episodes are motivating.

At 12:28AM on 16 August 2008, Nwokoye, Chima wrote: It,s wonderful, we keep the tempo and make dreams real.

At 6:58AM on 12 August 2008, ALOGBA ADEWALE A. wrote: From Rotaratct Club of Abeokuta D9110 Nigeria.

At 1:14PM on 6 August 2008, Jack Selway, CEO RGHF wrote: All of these episodes 1-13 are also found at http://www.rotaryfirst100.org/library/centennial/radio/ part of RGHF

At 8:58PM on 3 August 2008, annie sanglay wrote: It's good to have this common objective of Rotary Radio. Rather commit ourselves totally on Rotary awareness and involvement of all projects.

At 3:04PM on 2 August 2008, Rtn Dr.Gilbert wrote: It is just amazing,I wonder what rotarians in my club would think about it

At 5:48AM on 2 August 2008, Faheem Asghar (Secretary to District Governor Rtn. M. Saeed Shamsi, District 3270 (Pakistan & Afghanistan) wrote: Good Work Done, I was really inspired by all the 3 episodes. Waiting for others to come (August 2, 2008)

At 2:07PM on 1 August 2008, Rtn.Lalat wrote: very nice sir