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The Happy GangThe Happy Gang was a popular Canadian radio variety show that aired from 1937 to 1959 on the CBC, attracting up to two million daily listeners during its peak. Originally intended as a summer program, it became known for its humor, music, and corny jokes, significantly shaping Canada's entertainment landscape in the Golden Age of Radio. The show featured notable members like Bert Pearl, Kay Stokes, and Robert Farnon and inspired the development of a French counterpart, Les Joyeux Troubadours. Despite internal tensions, it remained beloved until its cancellation, and later reunions confirmed its enduring legacy in Canadian culture. (Source: Wikipedia)
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