HERE'S BOB-BOB BRAUN 1969-SIGNED BY AUTHOR

Published in 1969 by Doubleday, this memoir chronicles Braun's rise in the broadcasting world. It’s a nostalgic piece of media history, especially for those who grew up in the Ohio Valley.

• The Content: Braun discusses his early career, including winning Arthur Godfrey’s Talent Scouts in 1957, and his time on the iconic 50-50 Club.

• Local Significance: Braun took over the noon variety show slot from the legendary Ruth Lyons in 1967. His program, The Bob Braun Show, became a staple of Midwestern television for nearly two decades, featuring massive stars like Bob Hope, Lucille Ball, and Dick Clark (who wrote the afterword for this book).