Meet The Meeks

Meet the Meeks was a popular old time radio (OTR) sitcom that graced American airwaves every Saturday morning at 11 am from 1947 to 1949. The show, originating from WMAQ Radio in Chicago, was a follow-up sitcom to the 1940-1942 program Meet Mr. Meek.

The series was a situation comedy, following the everyday lives and humorous misadventures of the Meek family. Each episode was approximately 30 minutes long, providing a substantial dose of laughter and entertainment to kick off the weekend.

The Stars

The show starred Forrest Lewis, who portrayed the character of Mortimer Meek. Mortimer, a poor old browbeaten character, along with his wife Agatha played by Beryl Vaughn, daughter Peggy played by Fran Allison, and Uncle Louie played by Cliff Soubier, made America laugh every Saturday morning.

Key Dates

• Meet the Meeks debuted on August 30, 1947 airing every Saturday morning at 11 am on WMAQ Radio in Chicago.
• The final episode aired on April 23, 1949.
• The show was a continuation of the earlier Meet Mr. Meek series, which had aired from 1940 to 1942.

Other Information

Despite not being specifically targeted to a younger audience, the time slot of Meet the Meeks ensured that families could gather around their radios together to enjoy the antics of the Meek family. This accessibility made the show a beloved weekend tradition for many households.

Meet the Meeks was a continuation or spinoff of the earlier old time radio comedy, Meet Mr. Meek, which had aired a few years prior. This connection added a layer of familiarity for listeners and allowed for a seamless transition between the two shows.

Meet the Meeks stands as a delightful piece of radio history, offering wholesome, family-friendly entertainment that resonated with audiences of all ages. The show’s legacy continues to resonate today, reminding us of the simple joy of gathering around the radio with loved ones to share in the laughter and camaraderie of a well-loved sitcom.

Out of a possible 85 episodes 71 are extant.