[Description by Uncle Ricky for contributor Pete Battistini]
Herman Griffith undoubtedly recorded dozens, if not hundreds of these Herman Griffith Shows for The American Forces Radio & Television Service. The programs were distributed on vinyl. Griffith was hired specifically to broaden the appeal of the AFRTS. His show first appeared in the late ’60’s. The three programs contributed to REELRADIO appear to have been produced in early 1970. We found one reference to Griffith working at KGFJ in Los Angeles.
If you have never heard “the Soul Philosopher”, you’re in for a treat. It’s rock and soul for the young and old, the brave and the bold. Griffith mixes R&B, Jazz, Gospel, and even some “crossover” hits with Astrological Soulcasts. Program #11 features Soulcasts for those born between March 21 and April 19, April 20 and May 20, June 22 and July 21, and there’s even a generic Soulcast without a specified date. There’s also one State Flag description from the States Of The Flag feature, and a PSA for hunters that warns against shooting your buddy in the backside.