 Esther Williams indeed first came to fame by setting multiple national and regional records as part of the LA Athletic Club swim team, then became a busy movie performer. Well, here she is doing the radio thing in this comedy episode from April 26th, 1946. Hello, Duffy Staben, where do you lead me to eat? Esther Williams is coming tonight. Archie the Mermaid speaking. Hello, Duffy. Yep, Esther Williams herself.