About the Show
Jean Parker Shepherd Jr. was an American storyteller, humorist, radio and TV personality, writer and actor. After a stint on television, he returned to radio. “Shep,” as he was known, settled in at WOR radio New York City, New York, at the end of February 1955, and on an overnight slot in 1956, where he delighted his fans by telling stories, reading poetry, and organizing comedic listener stunts.