Radio shows have been a popular source of entertainment for children since the mid-20th century. Wellington radio host Lindsay Yeo headed a family show on Radio 2ZB in the 1970s and 1980s. He created a cast of characters who appeared on the show and at children's events. Listen to a conversation between Yeo and his best-known character, Buzz O'Bumble.
Transcript
Merry Christmas girls and boys. Merry Christmas mums and dads. Merry Christmas, grandma and granddad and a very special Merry Christmas to my good friend Buzz O'Bumble.
[buzz noise]
Thank you Buzz O'Bumble. Are you looking forward to Christmas Day girls and boys? Are you looking forward to Christmas Day Buzz O'Bumble?
[buzz noise]
Good, so am I. Oh, incidentally. Are you doing anything at the moment?
[buzz noise]
Okay, I'd like you to come with me.
[buzz noise]
Sorry, I can't tell you. It's a big surprise.
[buzz noise]
Will you accompany Buzz O'Bumble? Excellent. We don't have far to go.
[buzz noise]
Okay, Buzz O'Bumble, I promise you the time of your life. Here, hop in my bumble buggy. Remember your seatbelt Buzz. That's very important. Okay, Buzz O'Bumble.
[buzz noise]
Here we go!
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by Terence Eady
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