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about Aunt Sammy, Uncle Sam s wife. Created in the 1920s by the US Dept of Agriculture as a radio show for farm wives, she would gossip about social activities gardening, answer questions, and provide recipes. Local women voiced Aunt Sammy so their accents matched the broadcast areas.

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Fun Fact: about “Aunt Sammy,” Uncle Sam’s wife. Created in the 1920s by the US Dept of Agriculture as a radio show for farm wives, she would “gossip” about social activities & gardening, answer questions, and provide recipes. Local women voiced Aunt Sammy so their accents matched the broadcast areas.

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