After the news Larry’s first caller is Jim from Winchester. Jim asks if Larry remembers him, so Jim refreshes his memory. Jim wishes Larry a Happy New Year. Larry begins to sing Auld Lang Sine. Larry and Jim begin to speak about big bands and old time radio. Jim’s friend, Doug is on the line also and says hello. Jim is 21 and works in the Mutual Fund division of the 1st National Bank of Boston. They touch on several topics including the Grape catching in the mouth world record.

Next caller, Janie calls to wish Larry a Happy New Year. Larry plugs Janie singing skills. Larry asks Janie to sing. Janie obliges and sings a very nice song. Larry gives her a round of applause. Janie and Larry discuss some religious topics.

Commercial for New Year’s celebrations on WBZ. Time check: 27 minutes after 1.

Next call, “Seamer” apparently a regular caller to Larry’s show. Seamer and Larry have a funny conversation in an Irish / Gaelic vernacular. They talk about Larry’s vacation in Florida among other things.