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finnley Hey there, Finnley here! I’m excited to announce that I’ll be embarking on a new adventure very soon – a move from beautiful Hawaii to sunny Arizona. While I’m excited…
Unusual Records and Creative Solutions: How I Captured the Audio Adventures of Finnley’s Audio Adventures
Hi there! Finnley the Dolphin here. As you may already know, I am on a mission to discover the most unusual and offbeat records out there, and share them with…
Computer Speech – Hee Saw Dhuh Kaet (He Saw The Cat) by Bell Telephone Laboratories, Inc. (1963)
In 1963, Bell Telephone Laboratories released a groundbreaking record titled “Computer Speech,” which featured synthesized speech created by one of the earliest computer speech synthesis systems. This landmark achievement in…
Exploring History and Culture with Finnley’s Audio Adventures: ‘The Triumph of Man’ from the 1964-1965 New York World’s Fair
The New York World’s Fair of 1964-1965 was a monumental event that brought together people from all over the world to celebrate innovation, culture, and progress. It was a showcase…
Retro Marketing Magic: Finnley Dives into 1960s Pacific Northwest Bell Long Distance Ads
In 1964, the telecommunications landscape in the United States was rapidly changing. That year, Pacific Northwest Bell – a regional Bell Operating Company serving the states of Washington, Oregon, and…
“The Space Age: The Age of Reliability” by Raybestos-Manhattan, Inc.
Hey there, listeners! It’s Finnley the dolphin, your guide through the world of offbeat and weird records. Today, I want to talk about one of my favorite records that we’ve…
The 2000 Year Old Man visits the Pacific Northwest Bell exhibit at the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair
Welcome to “Finnley’s Audio Adventures,” where I, your trusty underwater guide, will be taking you on a journey to explore the depths of another truly unique and offbeat record. Today’s…
Revisiting the Magic: Radio Spots from Disney On Parade, a Show Endlessly Cherished
Imagine tuning into your local radio station and being transported to a world of excitement and magic with a thrilling new show by Disney. This is made possible through the…
Audio cleanup of “The Name Of The Game Is Go” – Pan Am record
It's important to note that poor audio quality on a vinyl record is not always caused by the record player itself. In fact, there are several factors that can contribute…
The Strange and Offbeat World of ‘SUPERFUN’: A Deep Dive into Mel Blanc’s Radio Comedy Gem
Welcome back to Finnley’s Audio Adventures where we’re off to another exciting dive into the world of offbeat records. Today, we’re surfacing a hidden gem – “SUPERFUN” from Mel Blanc…
