The National Lampoon Radio Hour
The Flute and the Sword
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The National Lampoon Radio Hour brings the irreverent humor of the National Lampoon magazine to radio. Its comedy is performed by an ensemble of writers and actors, including talents associated with the magazine’s sharp, satirical style.
The program mixes comic sketches and other short-form material, using radio performance to turn everyday subjects and familiar conventions into targets for parody. The result is an energetic variety show rather than a single continuing story, with the cast shifting between characters and comic situations.
Its humor is often pointed, absurd, and deliberately provocative, reflecting the countercultural edge of the National Lampoon. Listeners can expect a lively showcase of satirical writing and ensemble performance, with the title “The Flute and the Sword” identifying this installment.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.