Stan Freberg, a native of Los Angeles, California, developed an early fascination with radio and sound. Blessed with the extraordinary abilities of being an exceptional mimic and possessing a razor-sharp satirical mind, he began his career in the early 1940s, lending his voice to both Warner Brothers' cartoons and radio, including notable roles on "The Jack Benny Show" and "Suspense".
As a key collaborator with Robert Clampett, Freberg co-created the beloved puppet show "Time for Beany" in 1949. In the early 1950s, he pioneered a series of satirical records, primarily targeting the emerging genre of rock and roll, becoming one of the first comedians to produce an album.
As non-music radio began to decline in popularity towards the end of the 1950s, Freberg discovered a new niche in the world of advertising. He wrote, performed, and produced a collection of radio spots that remain iconic today, with several of his commercials being enshrined in both the Museum of Radio & Television and the Smithsonian.
Throughout his career, Freberg remained an active force in radio and satire, serving as a living inspiration to many modern comedians, including the influential 'Weird Al' Yankovic, who credits Freberg as the primary catalyst for his own entry into comedy. For instance, Freberg was the voice of the syndicated radio program "When Radio Was" from 1995 until October 6, 2006, when Chuck Schaden took over as host.
