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Vintage radio microphone Exclusive: Two more rare episodes from CBC's 1989 summer series!

The Next Installment of Suburban Madness

Following our first discovery of "The Freezer" and "Death by Weed Whacker," we've unearthed two more episodes that showcase Green and Wildman's perfect comic timing.

Newly Rediscovered Episodes

3. "The Robbery"

A home invasion turns into the world's most polite criminal encounter, with the neighbors offering tea and relationship advice to their would-be robber.

4. "Somebody's Having a Baby"

The suburban peace is shattered when labor pains strike during a backyard barbecue, leading to the most chaotic (and hilarious) home birth in sitcom history.

🎙️ Behind the Scenes:

"The baby episode was recorded in one take because we were laughing so hard. The CBC engineer had tears streaming down his face trying to keep quiet in the booth."
- Peter Wildman, 2012 convention Q&A

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Why These Episodes Stand Out

1

Heightened Stakes

Crime scenes and childbirth take the suburban satire to new levels

2

Ensemble Shines

More characters get memorable moments in these episodes

3

Audio Innovation

Complex soundscapes with overlapping dialogue and effects

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"The Robbery episode is comedy gold - I've listened three times already!"
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The People Across the Street: CBC's Lost Comedy Gem

Vintage radio microphone Trivia: Recorded at CBC's Toronto studios, often after midnight when the building was empty!

From The Frantics to Suburban Satire

Before becoming Canadian comedy legends with The Red Green Show and History Bites, Rick Green and Peter Wildman honed their craft through two pivotal projects:

The Frantics (1980-1987)

  • CBC Radio's anarchic sketch troupe
  • Created the immortal "Boot to the Head"
  • Featured Paul Chato and Rick Green

The People Across the Street (Summer of 1989)

  • Satirical suburban humor
  • Precursor to their TV chemistry
  • Few recordings survive today

Both shows shared a signature blend of absurd premises and razor-sharp timing that would define Green and Wildman's careers.

Rediscovered Episodes

1. "The Freezer"

A household appliance becomes the battleground for neighborly one-upmanship.

2. "Death by Weed Whacker"

Lawn care escalates into a Shakespearean tragedy.

🎙️ Behind the Scenes:

"We'd write these in Peter's basement, fueled by instant coffee and leftover pizza. CBC paid us $300 per episode—enough for more pizza."
- Rick Green, 2008 interview

Why These Shows Matter

1

Comedy Legacy

Launched multiple Canadian TV careers

2

Rare Audio

Few recordings survive from this CBC era

3

Cultural Time Capsule

Captured 1980s Canadian suburban life

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