Product ID: OWSO
Control Number: 7739168
Office Wife 205 Episodes
Office Wife is a heartfelt daytime radio drama that explores the emotional and professional challenges faced by a young working woman navigating office life, romance, ambition, and personal integrity. Set in a bustling business environment, the series focuses on the everyday triumphs and setbacks of women balancing career responsibilities with relationships during a time when the modern working woman was still a relatively new social phenomenon. Blending romance, workplace drama, and moral dilemmas, Office Wife offered relatable storytelling that resonated strongly with its daytime audience.
The Stars
The program starred Adelaide Hawley in the role of Nan Carter, a capable and compassionate office worker whose professionalism often places her at the center of office politics and emotional conflicts. Hawley’s natural, sincere performance helped ground the series in realism and made Nan a sympathetic and enduring character for listeners.
Supporting roles were filled by a rotating cast of experienced radio actors, portraying co-workers, executives, friends, and romantic interests who shaped Nan’s evolving personal and professional life.
Key Dates
Broadcast Years: 1939 1942
Network: NBC Radio
Genre: Daytime Drama, Romance
Episode Length: Approximately 15 minutes
Other Information
Office Wife was part of the golden age of serialized daytime radio dramas often referred to as “soap operas.” Its storylines frequently addressed workplace ethics, gender expectations, love triangles, and the emotional cost of ambition, reflecting real-life concerns of its audience.
The show is remembered for its progressive focus on a career-oriented female protagonist and for presenting office life as a dramatic setting equal to domestic storylines. Today, Office Wife remains a valuable snapshot of early radio drama and the evolving role of women in mid-20th-century American society.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $27.49
Mice Price: $21.19
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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