Many old – time radio buffs often argue that the comedy of that era doesn't particularly date well (and anyone who's ever listened to broadcasts starring TDOY idol Fred Allen will no doubt agree) but Our Miss Brooks holds up better than most because … People of my generation remember Gale Gordon as the irascible employer of Lucille Ball on such shows as The Lucy Show and Here's Lucy, but I truly think Osgood Conklin is his finest portrayal, both on radio and TV.