Podcast Summary: “Cinnamon Bear 37-12-18 20 Flying Hat”

Podcast: Harold's Old Time Radio
Host: Harold’s Old Time Radio
Episode Date: December 21, 2025
Episode Title: Cinnamon Bear 37-12-18 20 Flying Hat

Episode Overview

In this enchanting episode from the beloved “Cinnamon Bear” radio serial, Judy, Jimmy, the Cinnamon Bear, and their whimsical companions continue their quest to restore the Silver Star before Christmas arrives. Their journey brings them to the Golden Grove in search of the Singing Tree, only to be confronted by the mischievous Wintergreen Witch—now powerless but still determined to hinder their progress. Magic, adventure, and a dash of humor abound, culminating in the mysterious arrival of a giant flying hat that promises to further their quest.

Key Discussion Points and Plot Developments

1. Recap and Rising Stakes

[02:38] Narrator summarizes the group’s ongoing quest for the Silver Star and sets the scene in the magical Golden Grove, emphasizing the urgency as Christmas approaches.

2. The Wintergreen Witch’s Last Stand

• The Wintergreen Witch attempts to punish the group for foiling her plans:
  • [03:28] Wintergreen Witch: “I’ll teach you to tattle on the Wintergreen Witch. … Bullfrogs you shall be. I’ll begin my incantation. Jumbo, abracadabra. Mumbo. Jumbo, abracadabra.”
• However, Crazy Quilt notices that nothing is happening.
  • [04:16] Crazy Quilt: “The witch can’t change anybody into anything. Melissa has not only banished her from the island of Obi, but has taken away her magical powers.”

Memorable moment:

• The entire group realizes they are safe, leading to playful mockery of the now powerless witch.

3. The Silver Star in Jeopardy

• The witch, in frustration, threatens to throw the Silver Star into an abyss.
  • [05:01] Wintergreen Witch: “I can still run faster than the wind. I’ll take your star and throw it where you’ll never, never see it again.”

4. Grand Wonky’s Intervention

• Just as tensions rise, Grand Wonky appears, sent by Queen Melissa, and traps Wintergreen in an invisible, witch-proof net.
  • [06:11] Grand Wonky: “You had better be a good witch. Because you are surrounded by the very best quality A-one witch proof invisible net.”
• Grand Wonky compels Wintergreen to return the Silver Star and prepares to escort her into exile.

Notable Quote:

• [06:30] Grand Wonky (to Wintergreen): “Do you have to be so unpleasant about it? Dear me. What an odious person you are, to be sure.”

5. The Fate of the Witch

• Wintergreen pleads for mercy, but Grand Wonky insists on carrying out Melissa’s orders.
  • [07:38] Grand Wonky: “Melissa has instructed me to conduct her to the Looking Glass Valley to spend the rest of her days.”
• Discussion arises about ensuring the witch stays banished, including removing the airplane at the bottom of Looking Glass Valley that she might use to escape.
  • [08:01] Grand Wonky: “I shall certainly give orders to have it [the airplane] removed to Melissa’s palace, where you may obtain it when you wish.”

Poignant moment:

• [08:22] Wintergreen Witch (lamenting): “Poor Wintergreen. You’ve been mean to us, but I’m sorry for you. … Witches can’t sleep. Can’t even close their eyelids. Cause they haven’t any.”

6. The Search for the Singing Tree

• After the witch’s exile, the group resumes their search. Fatigue sets in, and they all take a nap beneath a tree.
  • [09:15] Crazy Quilt: “I’m afraid I’m getting a bit sleepish.”
  • [09:18] Cinnamon Bear: “You know, I think I could do with about 39 winks.”

7. The Lullaby and the Flying Hat

• As they sleep, the “singing tree” soothes them with a soft lullaby.
  • [10:02] Crazy Quilt (singing): “Birds are singing a sleepy time song.”
  • [11:04] Cinnamon Bear (singing): “Dream that I bring to you, O dream you may dream the whole night through, a bright adventure on golden quest.”

Memorable Moment:

• The serene, magical atmosphere as the companions drift to sleep under the tree’s song.

8. Discovery of the Flying Hat

• The group awakens to find an enormous silk hat nearby.
  • [12:38] Cinnamon Bear: “Bless my stuffing. It’s a huge silk hat. Why, it’s the biggest one I ever did see.”
  • [13:02] Crazy Quilt: “There are some letters painted on it. The flying hat. My word. What do you suppose this is?”
  • [13:02] Cinnamon Bear: “I bet you we went to sleep under the Singing Tree. … And this great big hat is the clue Melissa said we’d find, sure enough.”

Notable Quote:

• [13:02] Cinnamon Bear: “My stuffing’s getting more curious every minute. Look, there’s a note on the door. I’ve got it. Just a minute. Oh, Jimmy, hurry. What does it say? Jumping gee willikers. Look—”

9. Cliffhanger Ending

• The narrator abruptly interrupts, leaving the discovery of the note inside the flying hat—and the hat’s purpose—a tantalizing mystery for the next episode.
  • [13:39] Narrator: “I’m sorry, but we didn’t get a chance to look. … I suppose there’s nothing to do but wait until next time to see what this flying hat is all about.”

Notable Quotes & Moments

• [03:28] Wintergreen Witch (menacing): “Bullfrogs you shall be. I’ll begin my incantation. Jumbo, abracadabra. Mumbo. Jumbo, abracadabra.”
• [04:16] Crazy Quilt (explaining): “Melissa has not only banished her from the island of Obi, but has taken away her magical powers.”
• [06:11] Grand Wonky: “You are surrounded by the very best quality A-one witch proof invisible net.”
• [11:04] Cinnamon Bear (lullaby): “Dream that I bring to you, O dream you may dream the whole night through, a bright adventure on golden quest.”
• [13:02] Cinnamon Bear (discovery): “My stuffing’s getting more curious every minute. Look, there’s a note on the door. … Jumping gee willikers. Look—”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Recap and setup: [02:38–03:28]
• Witch’s failed incantation: [03:28–04:25]
• Grand Wonky intervenes: [05:53–07:15]
• Wintergreen Witch’s exile: [07:15–09:02]
• The group drifts to sleep: [09:15–10:38]
• Lullaby and magical singing: [10:02–11:04]
• Discovery of the flying hat: [12:38–13:39]
• Cliffhanger ending: [13:39]

Episode Tone and Style

The episode showcases classic whimsical storytelling—blending playful banter, gentle mockery, and fantasy peril against a backdrop of magical happenings. The dialogue is light, speedy, and tinged with both humor and heart. The world of “Cinnamon Bear” is a welcoming, slightly absurd, and ever-surprising landscape, befitting family listening and nostalgic reminiscence of radio’s golden age.

Conclusion

Episode 20, “Flying Hat,” propels the Cinnamon Bear’s quest toward its next magical chapter, vanquishing the threat of the Wintergreen Witch and introducing a new, mysterious vehicle for their adventure. With plenty of laughs, song, and a cliffhanger, this installment perfectly captures the enduring charm and suspense that characterizes the “Cinnamon Bear” series.

Next episode tease: What is the secret of the flying hat? And what new adventures await Jimmy, Judy, Cinnamon Bear, and friends as Christmas draws ever closer?