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Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

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Our new distribution Channel. Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long time (as in more than half a century) fan and the heart of a forty year news man. But more than just “playing the hits”, Wyatt supplements the first hour of each day’s show with historical information on the day and date in history including audio that takes you back to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. FDR, Eisenhower, JFK, Reagan, Carter, Nixon, LBJ. It’s a true slice of life from not just radio’s past, but America’s past. Wyatt produces 21 hours a week of freshly minted Classic Radio Theater presentations each week, and each day’s broadcast is timely and entertaining!

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United States

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Our new distribution Channel. Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long time (as in more than half a century) fan and the heart of a forty year news man. But more than just “playing the hits”, Wyatt supplements the first hour of each day’s show with historical information on the day and date in history including audio that takes you back to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. FDR, Eisenhower, JFK, Reagan, Carter, Nixon, LBJ. It’s a true slice of life from not just radio’s past, but America’s past. Wyatt produces 21 hours a week of freshly minted Classic Radio Theater presentations each week, and each day’s broadcast is timely and entertaining!

Language:

English

Contact:

775-469-0951


Episodes
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Classic Radio 02-12-25 - Man from Alcatraz, Man who Couldn't Die, Anniversary of Death

2/12/2025
A Criminal Wednesday First a look at this day in History. Then Mr. District Attorney starring Jay Jostyn, originally broadcast February 12, 1941, 84 years ago, The Man From Alcatraz. Vannie Devine is on the lam. His nerve and his health are shot. He only has his pal Monk and his pet marmoset for company. Bullets Kane is out to kill him, so he calls on Mr. D.A. for protection. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast February 12, 1946, 79 years ago, The Man Who Couldn’t Die starring Richard Widmark. A man kills a chemist for his formula for immortality, but it doesn't quite work out that way. Then Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast February 12, 1947, 78 years ago, The Anniversary of Death. Lucille Waters has been poisoned and the police suspect her husband. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Readick, originally broadcast February 12, 1961, 64 years ago, The Wayward Fireman Matter. A Series of arsons bring in Dollar and his associate, reformed arsonist Smoky Sullivan. But the arsonist tries to eliminate Dollar - and almost eliminates Smoky in the process! Finally Claudia, originally broadcast February 12, 1949, 76 years ago, Filing the Paperwork. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:27:58

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Classic Radio 02-11-25 - The Big Show and Twenty Questions

2/11/2025
A Variety Tuesday First a look at the events of the day Then The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast February 11, 1951, 74 years ago. Groucho Marx advertises "Plebo," his unique product. The Andrews Sisters celebrate the fifteenth anniversary of their singing as a trio by doing a medley of their hits. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis do a comedy routine, Dean also sings. Judy Garland sings "Get Happy" after being introduced by Tallulah as "Judy Holliday" (she must have loved that!). Tallulah recites "A Telephone Call," by Dorothy Parker. Afterwards, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis and Joan Davis do their version of the same recitation. Meredith Willson and his Orchestra play a medley of love songs. Tallulah reads Lincoln's famous letter to Mrs. Bixby. Followed by Twenty Questions, originally broadcast February 11, 1950, 75 years ago. The first subject is, "Jimmy Valentine." WOR/Mutual newsman Fred VanDeventer hosted the show. Finally, Superman, originally broadcast February 11, 1942, 83 years ago, The Ghost Car. The "ghost car" forces Clark Kent and Lois Lane off the road. Shortly after Lois arrives at the ranch by walking, Clark hears her crying for help! Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Duration:02:30:57

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Classic Radio 02-10-25 - Publishing the song, Sawed in half, Valentine Candy

2/10/2025
A Funny Monday First a look at this day in History. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast February 10, 1952, 73 years ago, Getting the Song Published. Jack heads back east to try to get a New York City publisher to publish :When I Say I Beg Your Pardon”. The usual train station hijinks, including Mel Blanc as the announcer. Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast February 10, 1952, 73 years ago, Dictation System. Irma is tired of her job as a stenographer and gets a job in show business...being sawed in half by a magician! Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast February 10, 1942, 83 years ago, Valentine Day. Molly has gotten a large box of candy, she thinks it came from Fibber. Followed by Abbott and Costello originally broadcast February 10, 1949, 76 years ago, Another Sam Shovel Story. Costello's search for a girlfriend. Sam Shovel solves, "The Case Of The Nephew Who Gambled Away His Mother's Sister's Salary," or, "He Lost His Aunt's-Pay." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast February 10, 1949, 76 years ago, Who To Invite? The concert at the Town Hall is tomorrow. Where are the tickets? Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:41:36

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Classic Radio 02-09-25 - Upstairs Roomer, Sitting Bull, and the Jewel Thief

2/9/2025
A Criminal and Creepy Sunday First a look at the events of the day Then The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast February 9, 1958, 67 years ago, The Upstairs Roomer. A crook takes a room in a house, but the landlord knows the crook has a lot of money, and tries to figure out how to get it from him. Followed by the news from 67 years ago, then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast February 9, 1958, 67 years ago, A Meeting With Sitting Bull. J.B. Kendall and a local reporter named Charlie Meeker hire a half-breed to take them to meet Sitting Bull, but are double-crossed on the trail and shot! Then Mr Keen Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast February 9, 1950, 75 years ago, Murder and The Jewel Thief. Kansas Karl, a notorious jewel thief, decides to go straight...but doesn't get very far. Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast February 9, 1943, 82 years ago, We Dug It Up. An ancient stone coffin buried in the peaceful English countryside becomes an instrument of death. Inside the coffin is a woman with the head of a lion...and she's alive! Finally, Superman, originally broadcast February 9, 1942, 83 years ago, The Ghost Car. Jimmy Olsen reports a "ghost car" has caused accidents near the Bar-O-Ranch. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Duration:02:17:03

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Classic Radio 02-08-25 - The Big Press, Jetsam, and The Penny Pinching Landlord

2/8/2025
A Dramatic Saturday First a look at this day in History. Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Press. A pair of check forgers are at work in Los Angeles. Sgt. Friday goes undercover to track them down. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago, Jetsam starring Ben Wright. Junius Peabody is an alcoholic, broke, and on a beach on an island at the end of nowhere. Finding a fortune in ambergris, his troubles are only beginning! Then The Chase, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago, The Penny Pinching Landlord. A miserly couple running a boarding house find one of their tenants dead in an alley...with $5000 in his pockets. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast February 8, 1952, 73 years ago, Earl On Troubled Waters. Harry poses as a nobleman to smuggle $30,000 out of the country, but little Lord Randolph himself takes a hand. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast February 8, 1949, 76 years ago, Arguing Ashtrays. What the well-dress man smokes at night. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:40:05

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Classic Radio 02-07-25 - The Cinderella Girl, The TV Twins, and Peavey's Big Day

2/7/2025
A Funny Friday First a look at the events of the day Then People Are Funny starring Art Linkletter, originally broadcast February 7, 1950, 75 years ago, Cinderella Gets Her Greatest Wish. The first contestant tries to milk a goat on stage. "The Cinderella Girl" from Omaha returns...and gets a job in the movies! Followed by the news from 75 years ago, then Bob Hope, originally broadcast February 7, 1950, 75 years ago with guest Fred Allen. Bob and guest Fred Allen try to break into television as "The TV Twins." Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast February 7, 1951, 74 years ago, Day Off For Peavey. It's Peavy's 30th anniversary at the drugstore, and Gildersleeve volunteers to run the store for him. Richard LeGrand receives an award from The National Association of Retail Druggists (signed by 60,000 members!) as "America's Favorite Druggist" on the occasion of his 50th anniversary in show business. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast February 7, 1946, 79 years ago, The Marriage Contest. George and Gracie have made the finals in the contest for "Hollywood's Ideal Married Couple." Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast February 7, 1949, 76 years ago, A Leeson for Jimmy. A package for David. What's in it? Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Duration:02:39:34

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Classic Radio 02-06-25 - Sam Carver Suicide, Diary of Death, and End of the Road

2/6/2025
A Dramatic Thursday First a look at this day in History. Then Under Arrest starring Joe Desantis, originally broadcast February 6, 1949, 76 years ago, The Sam Carver Case. Did Sam Carver commit suicide or was he murdered? Ask the spiritualist...she knows a ghost that can kill! Followed by Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast February 6, 1952, 73 years ago, Diary of Death. Murder counts to a bloody tree as two pieces of a treasure map which could lead to a great fortune only leads to greater misfortune. Then Suspense, originally broadcast February 6, 1947, 78 years ago, End Of The Road starring Glenn Ford. Speed is a fast talking car salesman who falls for a wealthy man's wife, runs away with her, and then finds out that she's not what she seems to be! Followed by The Strange Dr. Weird, originally broadcast February 6, 1945, 80 years ago, The Dark Wings of Death. A married couple decides to kill an eccentric uncle for his money, but his pet raven poses a problem. Next Chandu The Magician, originally broadcast February 6, 1933, 92 years ago. Chandu suggest Betty and Dorothy leave Algeria before "The Brothers Of Jeopardy" cause more trouble. Has Dimitri left for Montevania? Ismael is seen with a knife! Finally Superman, originally broadcast February 6, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita The Leopard Woman. The Leopard Woman and Brower steal a seaplane to escape from Metropolis. They plan to rendezvous with a Nazi sub. Superman pursues and ends the adventure of The Leopard Woman. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:30:48

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Classic Radio 02-04-25 - Skeleton Bay, Tongalani, and Murder is Legal

2/5/2025
A Dramatic Wednesday First a look at the events of the day Then Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast February 5, 1946, 79 years ago, Skeleton Bay starring Betty Lou Gerson. A mystery writer witnesses a murder. The killer sees the witness, who surprisingly offers to help the killer dispose of the body! Followed by Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast February 5, 1951, 74 years ago, Tongalani. The story title means "shaped liked like a heart," or is it a character in a book, or a real woman? Just what is a tongalani? A meek little man gets the courage to find out. Then The Whistler, originally broadcast February 5, 1945, 80 years ago, Murder is Legal. A lawyer gets his client acquitted, even though he's in love with the client's wife. After a murder, a contract of death is agreed to. A framer is framed for a murder he actually committed. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast February 5, 1955, 70 years ago, The Case of the Lost Gun. A laundryman named Floreid Scearce is involved in a February, 1954 bank robbery in Danville, Virginia. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast February 5, 1942, 83 years ago, Diogenes has announced that he's going to award $10,000 to the truly honest man in town. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:24:31

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Classic Radio 02-04-25 - Party Line, Courtin Corabelle, and the Household Budget

2/4/2025
A Funny Tuesday First a look at this day in History. Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast February 4, 1954, 71 years ago, The Telephone Mix-Up. To get the new people on the party line to hang up, Bud and Kathy pretend to be mobsters. Followed by Jimmy Durante originally broadcast February 4, 1948, 77 years ago, Courtin’ Corabelle. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore go "Courtin' Corabelle" back in the good old days. "Hot Breath Houlihan" (Florence Halop) sings a duet with Jimmy. Then Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast February 4, 1951, 74 years ago. The Household Budget. When Alice has trouble managing the household finances, Phil and Remley decide to buy the groceries. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast February 4, 1947, 78 years ago, Baby Sitting with Teeny. Teeny spends the evening with the McGees...for a bloodthirsty reason! Finally Superman, originally broadcast February 4, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita The Leopard Woman. Kato blows himself up along with the house, but The Leopard Woman escapes! Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:32:09

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Classic Radio 02-03-25 - Backseat Driver, Sea Wolf, and the Careless Caretaker

2/3/2025
A Dramatic Monday First a look at the events of the day Then Suspense, originally broadcast February 3, 1949, 76 years ago, Backseat Driver starring Fibber McGee and Molly. A killer commandeers the car of a couple leaving the movies. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast February 3, 1950, 75 years ago, The Sea Wolf starring Edward G. Robinson. An adaptation of the classic about the hard-as-nails schooner Captain and his cruelties. Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast February 3, 1939, 86 years ago, The Case of the Careless Caretaker. $74,000 has disappeared from a bank. A dumb janitor seems to be making monkeys out of the cops! Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast February 3, 1957, 68 years ago, The Kirby Will Matter. A kindly old fishing guide has a last laugh from beyond the grave. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast February 3, 1949, 76 years ago, Tucker’s Report. Bobby goes back to sleep after his breakfast. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:32:25

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Classic Radio 02-02-25 - Plan X, Benny Never Born?, and Sez Who?

2/2/2025
A Funny Sunday First a look at this day in History. Then Suspense, originally broadcast February 2, 1953, 72 years ago, Plan X starring Jack Benny. Zeno, the Martian, is sent to meet the first rocket from Earth to land on his planet, and to put "Plan X" into effect. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast February 2, 1947, 78 years ago, What if Jack Benny was Never Born. Jack and Mary go to see It’s A Wonderful Life, then Jack daydreams what it would be like if HE was never born. Victor Moore stars as Jack’s Guardian Angel Then Sez Who starring Henry Morgan, originally broadcast February 2, 1958, 67 years ago. A funny panel show. Orson Bean calls Dagmar "Dagwood" (and ought to have his glasses checked)! Followed by Bob Hope, originally broadcast February 2, 1945, 80 years ago with guests Vera Vague And Frances Langford. The Cotton Queen jousts with Bob and Skinny Ennis. Bob is one of the judges at The Cotton Queen contest. Finally Superman, originally broadcast February 2, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita The Leopard Woman. Superman lands on an American oil tanker to warn of an impending submarine attack. He brings the Nazi sub to an American navy yard. The Leopard Woman plans to blow herself up! Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:30:54

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Classic Radio 02-01-25 - The Dark Enchantress, The Future, and a Study in Wax

2/1/2025
A Dangerous Saturday First a look at the events of the day Then The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast February 1, 1952, 73 years ago, The Dark Enchantress. A young lady in the Algerian casbah needs the help of Harry Lime. Followed by Ceiling Unlimited, originally broadcast February 1, 1943, 82 years ago, The Future. The program starts with a scene set at La Guardia airport...three years in the future. "President Roosevelt" is briefly heard honoring Colin Kelly. Orson reads a statement written by the Archbishop of Canterbury, as quoted in an ad by Pan Am in Time magazine. He "nominates" the sound effect of an airplane engine as a flag for the future...a trumpet call announcing tomorrow! Then Escape, originally broadcast February 1, 1953, 72 years ago, A Study in Wax starring William Conrad. Two men are stuck in an Arctic cabin for six months. When the radio stops working, they start getting on each other's nerves. Tragedy follows. Followed by Mr, District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast January 30, 1953, 72 years ago, The Case of the Man with the Gold Teeth. While holding up a check cashing service, a bandit kills a clerk and fatally smashes a car during his getaway. The killer has some very noticeable gold teeth. Then Lum and Abner, originally broadcast February 1, 1944, 81 years ago, Lum Hires Customers. Lum has hired a bunch of hairy hillbillies to stand in line in front of his barbershop so people will think his shop is busy. This was not his brightest idea! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast February 1, 1949, 76 years ago, Schoolhouse Plans. A visit to the site for the new schoolhouse. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:21:42

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Classic Radio 01-31-25 - Professor to the Home, An Evening Out, and a Baby Shower

1/31/2025
A Funny Friday First a look at this day in History. Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast January 31, 1949, 76 years ago. Professor Kropotkin is going to have to go to the old men's home, unless his friends can help. Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast January 31, 1952, 73 years ago, An Evening Out. Jim and Margaret Anderson are planning a night out. The plans don't quite work out because of family demands. Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Williard Waterman, originally broadcast January 31, 1951, 74 years ago, Shower for Marjorie. Gildersleeve plans to give Marjorie a baby shower, but so does Leroy! Followed by Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast January 31, 1954, 71 years ago, Four Fiancees. Miss Enright has signed up Miss Brooks in a marriage-by-mail correspondence club, so she can have a clear field with Mr. Boynton. Miss Brooks winds up with four fiances! Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 31, 1949, 76 years ago, A Tiny Thaw. David's in a good mood and looks like a lawyer. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:25:46

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Classic Radio 01-30-25 - Poison Death, Savage Diety, Red Headed Blackmailer

1/30/2025
A Dangerous Thursday First a look at the events of the day Then The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead, originally broadcast January 30, 1938, 87 years ago, The Poison Death. A madman threatens to poison the entire city...and signs his threat...The Shadow! Followed by Dark Fantasy, originally broadcast January 30, 1942, 83 years ago, Death Is a Savage Diety. A tale of witchcraft and black magic, based on the novel by Scott Bishop. Then This is Your FBI starring Stacy Keach, originally broadcast January 30, 1953, 72 years ago, The Red Headed Blackmailer. A blackmailer shakes down a married women again and again over old love letters. But he ends up dead. Last show of the series. Followed by Quiet Please starring Ernest Chappell, originally broadcast January 30, 1949, 76 years ago, Northern Lights. A love story about time travel and talking caterpillars. Finally, Superman, originally broadcast January 30, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita the Leopard Woman. Clark Kent and Lois Lane have a meeting with The Leopard Woman. Clark overhears her plans to a have a Nazi submarine torpedo an American tanker. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:24:35

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Classic Radio 01-29-25 - Young Love, Rifles to the Indians, and the Blood of Cain

1/29/2025
A Western and Weird Wednesday First a look at this day in History. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast January 29, 1955, 70 years ago, Young Love. Jesse Wheat is shot in cold blood by two drifters who plan to take over his cattle, his wife, and his ranch. Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast January 29, 1956, 69 years ago, The Boatwright’s Story. Captain Quince takes out a patrol to stop the sale of Henry rifles to Yellow Knife. Then Inner Sanctum Mysteries originally broadcast January 29, 1946, 79 years ago, The Blood of Cain starring Mercedes McCambridge and Karl Swensen. A woman graduates from poisoning pigeons to learning that she is the latest in a long line of murderers. "That was no lady...that was my knife!" Followed by The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast January 29, 1952, 73 years ago, Stranger In The House. A young couple buys a house, complete with a beautiful ghost. The husband was in love with the ghost during a former life. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast January 29, 1942, 83 years ago, Abner Drops the Case against Lum. Lum is going on trial for burglary. Or is he? Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:35:59

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Classic Radio 01-28-25 - Hairpin Turn, Demon Barber, and Mexico City Killer

1/28/2025
A Dangerous Tuesday First a look at the events of the day Then The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast January 28, 1950, 75 years ago, The Hairpin turn. Marlowe meets a pistol-packin' mama, who happens to be a champion sharpshooter, and a dead body, drilled dead center with a target pistol! Keep your ear on Mutt, chum! Followed by The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast January 28, 1946, 79 years ago, The Case Of Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber. Holmes and Watson try to keep an actor who is portraying a fiendish killer, from being driven crazy. Holmes fails when the actor is found with his throat slit, just as Sweeney Todd would have done it! Holmes almost makes a very serious mistake. Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast January 28, 1953, 72 years ago, Mexico City. Steve Mitchell goes to Mexico City to find that sometimes the only way to catch the right guy is to chase the wrong guy! Steve tries to trap an international killer known only as "Mr. Charon." Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast January 28, 1952, 73 years ago, Carnival starring Joseph Cotton. Rene, a side show "mechanical man," has very human feelings after all. Finally, Superman, originally broadcast January 28, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita the Leopard Woman. The Leopard Woman escapes, leaving behind a medallion with the Japanese words, The Society Of The Leopard. Clark Kent is fired by the Secret Service! A want-ad appears for a leopard skin coat! Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:21:36

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Classic Radio 01-27-25 - I Can't Stand Jack, Liz's Song, and Fibber in the Cafe

1/27/2025
A Funny Monday First the Jack Benny Show from January 27, 1946, 79 years ago, Contest Winners of the I Can't Stand Jack Benny Contest are announced. Jack is scheduled to give away $10,000 to the winners of the "I Can't Stand Jack Benny" contest. Phil sings a duet with his daughter. Fred Allen, the chief judge of the contest, announces the winners from New York. Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball from January 27, 1950, 75 years ago. Liz can't carry a tune in abucket, but she thinks that's no barrier to her writing a hit song. Then Fibber McGee and Molly from January 27, 1936, 89 years ago, McGee Tangles with a Tough Chef. Fibber and olly meet meet a chef who's a tough-guy. Bill Thompson appears on the show for the first time; as "The Old Timer" and as a Greek. Followed by Abbott and Costello from January 27, 1949, 76 years ago, Sam Shovel. Sam Shovel solves "The Case Of The General Who Opened Up A Drive-In and Was Caught Selling Horse Meat," or "Custer's Last Hamburger Stand." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 27, 1949, 76 years ago. A phone call from Mama is welcome when David has a lot to do. Support us at our web page, http://www.classicradio.stream

Duration:02:30:40

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Classic Radio 01-26-25 - Irma a lonely heart?, Charlie's wormatorium, the Aldrich Sled Race

1/26/2025
A Funny Sunday First a look at the events of the day Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast January 26, 1948, 77 years ago. Irma gives up on Al and joins a Lonely Hearts Club. Followed by The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast January 26, 1947, 78 years ago, guest Roy Rogers. Charlie has a pocket full of silkworms. They're the start of Charlie's Wormatorium. Mortimer Snerd gets a lesson in grammar. Guest Roy Rogers joins the cast on a dude ranch and gives riding lessons on Trigger. Then The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast January 26, 1950, 75 years ago, The Great Sled Race. The Great Kendall Hill Sled Race, Homer and Henry vs. Mr. Aldrich and Mr. Brown! Followed by Dr. IQ, originally broadcast January 26, 1942, 83 years ago, West Point of the Air. The program originates from Shay's Buffalo Theatre, Buffalo, New York. The first question is, "What is the West Point Of The Air," and where is it located?" Finally, Superman, originally broadcast January 26, 1942, 83 years ago, Lita the Leopard Woman. Clark Kent traps The Leopard Woman! Max Heller dies in the hospital, Clark plans to allow The Leopard Woman to escape. He and Major Campbell follow her to her secret hideout. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:24:05

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Classic Radio 01-25-25 - The Fatal Fix, Want Ad, and The Big Layout

1/25/2025
A Criminal Saturday First a look at this day in History. Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast January 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Fatal Fix. Willy The Weep sees a young girl attacked on a Big Town dock. She's been slashed by Shiv The Knife to keep a basketball fix racket under wraps. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast January 25, 1954, 71 years ago, Want Ad starring Robert Cummings. A story about a small time crook who answers want ads offering merchandise for sale and then robs the advertiser. Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast January 25, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Layout. Gary Field, a model student who is the son of a cop, has become a dope addict. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast January 25, 1953, 72 years ago, Diary of a Madman starring Ben Wright. A story about a band of Nazi deserters in the Sahara Desert, determined to become kings of The Empire Of The Niger. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 25, 1949, 76 years ago, Four for Lunch. In a restaurant with Mama, David and Roger. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

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Classic Radio 01-24-25 Dan McGrew, Sam and Joan, and the Motor Scooter

1/24/2025
A Funny Friday First a look at the events of the day Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast January 24, 1954, 71 years ago, The cast does a tale of the frozen North: "The Shooting Of Dan McGrew." Followed by Joan Davis Time, originally broadcast January 24, 1948, 77 years ago, Sam Spade. Joan has a date with Freddie Hartzfelder, so she tries to look glamorous She dreams of a caper with detective Sam Spade, played by guest Howard Duff. Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast January 24, 1952, 73 years ago, Motor Scooter. Father gets Bud a motor scooter but lots of folks aren’t happy about it. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast January 24, 1946, 79 years ago, George Wants to kick Meredith Willson Out. George tries to get rid of Meredith Willson, whose been living with the Burns'. Guest Kay Kyser is invited to stay in the den with Meredith. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 24, 1949, 76 years ago, Taking a Trip. Claudia's a lot more woman than when David married her. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

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