Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Drama on a Friday First a look at the events of the day Then Richard Diamond Private Detective staring Dick Powell, originally broadcast April 4, 1952, 73 years ago, The Enigma of Big Ed. "Big Ed" hires Diamond to find out why a series of fatal accidents have been plaguing his factory. Followed by Murder at Midnight, originally broadcast April 4, 1947, 78 years ago, Trigger Man. The story of Charlie Nix, known as "Chicken Charlie." Charlie is told that he only has six months to live, so he becomes a ruthless killer! Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast April 4, 1950, 75 years ago, The Man from Singapore. Two schemers kill their ex-partner in Hawaii, planning the perfect crime. Followed by I Want a Divorce, originally broadcast April 4, 1941, 84 years ago, Farmer and Artist. A woman farmer and an artist from the city get married, even though they obviously come from different worlds. It sometimes takes a tragedy to awaken us to a true perspective on our lives. Finally, Guest Star, originally broadcast April 4, 1948, 77 years ago, guest star Perry Como. A quarter hour of good music with Ben Grauer as Master of Ceremonies with nice music from Perry Como, Lloyd Schaefer and the orchestra, Helen Carroll and the Satisfiers. 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

Comedy and Westerns on a Thursday First a look at this day in History. Then The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 3, 1949, 76 years ago, Ghost Breakers starring Bob Hope. Based on the 1940 American mystery/horror comedy film directed by George Marshall and starring Bob Hope. A radio broadcaster, his quaking manservant and an heiress investigate the mystery of a haunted castle in Cuba. Followed by The Joan Davis Show, originally broadcast April 3, 1948, 77 years ago, Is Joan Married to John Payne? Joan has bragged to her old friend that she's married to John Payne...and now she's got to deliver! Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 3, 1954, 71 years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Amber. After Neil Amber is caught stealing seeds from the General Store, Pete Fletcher, a wealthy rancher, accuses Amber's wife of stealing one of his calves. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 3, 1960, 65 years ago, Shanghai is a Verb. Hey Boy has disappeared from the Barbary Coast. Bubonic plague and a shanghai ensue. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 3, 1942, 83 years ago, RKO Studios Premiere. Here's a suggestion for what to do with the $10,000: everyone in Pine Ridge (including Clark Gable and Grover Cleveland!) wants a new pinball machine! The new Lum and Abner movie ("The Bashful Bachelor") is about to premiere. Find the movie on YouTube here… https://youtu.be/ANsf_axGe6g?si=m_W__6fkvwjv4jwa 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

Comedy on a Wednesday First a look at the events of the day Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 2, 1946, 79 years ago, Car Ignition Lock. Fibber is working on his "McGee Protecto Rejecto Ignition Lock." Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 2, 1952, 73 years ago, Colorful Past. Is Gildersleeve really William Cosgrove? Cosgrove's wife is in town, and she insists that Gildersleeve is her husband! Then The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast April 2, 1944, 81 years ago, with guest Orson Welles. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 2, 1945, 80 years ago, Gracie needs a fur coat. George decides to go rabbit hunting. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 2, 1942, 83 years ago, Ways to Spend The Money. What to do with the $10,000 left by Diogenes? How about an art museum? An elevator? 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

A Funny Tuesday First a look at this day in History. Then The Mel Blanc Show, originally broadcast April 1, 1947, 78 years ago, April Fools. Mel plays an April Fool's Day joke on Mr. Colby by telling him that he's inherited a fortune from England. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast April 1, 1948, 77 years ago, April Fools Day Jokes. An April's fool joke runs amok Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast April 1, 1949, 76 years ago, April Fool. . Who planted the lipstick-covered handkerchief in George's pocket...on April Fool's Day? Followed by Life with Luigi starring J. Carrol Naish, originally broadcast April 1, 1952, 73 years ago, April Fools Joke. Pasquale plays an April Fool's joke on Luigi by accusing him of opening his mail. Finally an excerpt of The Chevrolet Show starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 1, 1934, 91 years ago, April Fools. 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

Comedy on a Monday First a look at the events of the day Then The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1946, 79 years ago with guest Roy Rogers. Bergen is the new truant officer! Mortimer recites "Hickory, Dickory, Dock." Charlie and Edgar join guest Roy Rogers for a visit to a ghost town. . Followed by the news from 79 years ago, then The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1946, 79 years ago, Charlie the Chicken with Monty Woolley. The Allen's Alley question: "How do you think new scientific developments are going to affect you?" "McGee and McGee" (the songwriters) appear in the alley. Fred is trying to buy a radio, guest Monty Woolley wants to give his away. Fred and Monty act in "Mr. Mob-Buster," a combination of "Mr. District Attorney" and "Gangbusters." Monty is trying to capture "Charlie The Chicken." Then You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast March 31, 1958, 67 years ago, The Secret Word is Name. Wait, what is Ernie Kovacs doing with Groucho? Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast March 31, 1957, 68 years ago, A Dogs Life. Tony Schwartz, with his ever-present portable tape recorder decides to adopt a dog and finds that there's more to it than first appears. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 31, 1942, 83 years ago, Diogenes Leaves $10,000. Diogenes has confessed all, says goodbye, and leaves Pine Ridge $10,000. 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

A Dramatic Sunday First a look at this day in History. Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, the Aaron Holcomb Story. Aaron Holcomb is looking to sell his spread, and Luke is looking at buying. Luke buys the ranch, but a couple of sidewinders go to the ranch looking for the money…and end up kicking Aaron’s wife severely with his spurs. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, Gentle Virtue. Kendall wins "Gentle Virtue," a beautiful Chinese girl, in a poker game. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, The Killers List Matter. Everett Benton has been pushed or jumped or fell out of the window. Never try to frame a dead man! Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast March 30, 1938, 87 years ago, Valse Trieste. A "gentle man" imprisons two women. One must marry him, the other must die! Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 30, 1942, 83 years ago, Lum Brings Back Diogenes. While Abner plans to have a "closing out" sale and move to Mexico, Lum walks in the door, and so does Cedric and Diogenes Smith! 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

Drama on a Saturday First a look at the events of the day Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast March 29, 1959, 66 years ago, The Jimmy Carter Matter. Johnny gets a call from a young boy in rural Massachusetts...to report a murder! By the time Johnny arrives in town, young Jimmy has disappeared! Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 29, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Dream. An old man, poorly dressed, robs a liquor store and is very apologetic about it. Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast March 29, 1949, 76 years ago, Death Has a Cold Breath. A broken-down actor inherits a fortune; a tempting scenario for his agent in need of some cold cash. A cold corpse proves to be too cold. Followed by Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast March 29, 1949, 76 years ago, Chill of Death. There's a chill wind of death coming down from the north...to Croc Miller, a gangster living in the Florida swamps. There's going to be a showdown, keep your eye on the father of Cora Mae! Finally, Yankee Yarns by Alton H. Blackington, originally broadcast March 29, 1950, 75 years ago, April Fools. Tales of April Fool's jokes of the past...and the best joke of all. John Gow is told that oil had been discovered, and is convinced he'll be rich. The elaborate pranks continued. 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

A Dramatic Friday First a look at this day in History. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 28, 1953, 72 years ago, Quarter Horse. Thatcher and his quarter-horse from Missouri challenges Butler to a grudge race, with his ranch as the stakes! Followed by Murder at Midnight, originally broadcast March 28, 1947, 78 years ago, Wherever I Go. A man poisons his wife after tricking her into writing a suicide note. And then "he" comes into the picture! Then Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast March 28, 1950, 75 years ago, The Ivory Murder Case. A jungle killing, $2 million in ivory and a vengeful native lead to a classic locked-room murder. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast March 28, 1952, 73 years ago, Pleasure Before Business. Harry's beautiful partner for a Venice jewel robbery has a few ideas of her own; like love. Finally Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, originally broadcast March 28, 1947, 78 years ago,Last Show of the Series. Killer Kane is finally captured in a knock down-drag out radio fight. 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

Drama on a Thursday First a look at the events of the day Then Escape, originally broadcast March 27, 1949, 76 years ago, The Diamond as Big As The Ritz. The fascinating story about the home life of the richest family in the world. Sam Edwards stars. Followed by Dark Fantasy, originally broadcast March 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Convoy for Atlantis. A "yarn of ships that disappear in the night." A voyage to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean for a visit to an ancient race. Then The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Sir John Gielgud and Sir Ralph Richardson, originally broadcast March 27, 1955, 70 years ago, The Adventure of Silver Blaze. One of the most popular Sherlock Holmes short stories, "Silver Blaze" focuses on the disappearance of the eponymous race horse (a famous winner, owned by a Colonel Ross) on the eve of an important race and on the apparent murder of its trainer. Followed by Nightbeat starring Frank Lovejoy, originally broadcast March 27, 1950, 75 years ago, Flowers on the Water. Maritia Nowak is dying, wanting nothing more than to see her husband, Anton, once again. Randy searches for and finds Anton...but too late. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Detective Mousey. Mousey reports that "Operator XW9 is ready" to Fremont by way of Squire Skimp. However, Operator XW9 doesn't know much! 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

A Dramatic Wednesday First a look at this day in History. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 26, 1955, 70 years ago, The Horse Deal. Charlie Deesha's horses have been stolen, and the thief is selling them all over Dodge. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast March 26, 1946, 79 years ago, Death is a Double Crosser starring Lawson Zerbe. An ex-con decides to steal the huge "King Midas" diamond, by becoming an apprentice diamond cutter. Then Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast March 26, 1947, 78 years ago, Mastermind of Murder. One of the town's leading citizens is secretly heading a gang of thieves. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast March 26, 1949, 76 years ago, The Adaptive Ultimate. A young girl, about to die, is given an experimental serum. She becomes an indestructible monster. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 26, 1942, 83 years ago,Harboring a Criminal. Lum and Cedric have disappeared. Abner is arrested for harboring a fugitive! 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

Drama and Variety on a Tuesday First a look at the events of the day Then Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast March 25, 1940, 85 years ago, Remember the Night starring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck. An adaptation of the 1940 movie about a prosecutor who winds up taking a beautiful thief with him on a Christmas visit to his mother. Followed by the Royal Gelatin Hour starring Rudy Vallee, originally broadcast March 25, 1937, 88 years ago. The show features three songs from, "Shall We Dance?" The first is, "Beginner's Luck," sung by Rudy. Rudy also sings, "Never In A Million Years," "Little Old Lady," "I Can't Lose That Longing For You" and "Let's Call The Whole Thing Off." Edgar Bergen tells Charlie the story of "Robinson Crusoe." Tyrone Power and Muriel Kirkland appear in, "Shadow Play" by Noel Coward. Florence Desmond impersonates Katharine Hepburn (while she's singing!), Marlene Dietrich and the ficticious Gladys Potts (the first woman pilot to fly over the North Pole with her baby). Rudy interviews Tony Sarg, a puppeteer who is credited with inventing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade giant balloons. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The last program of the series. A walk in the rain to the top of the hill. 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

A Funny Monday First a look at this day in History. Then The Campbells Playhouse starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast March 24, 1940, 85 years ago, June Moon starring Jack Benny. The program features the funny story about a song writer from Schenectady who arrives in New York with plans to conquer Tin Pan Alley. Jack manages to get in a remark about Fred Allen. The story is based on a story by Ring Lardner titled, "Some Like Them Cold." Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast March 24, 1948, 77 years ago, Weaverville Land Grab. Dennis buys and runs a taxicab. He that discovers one of his passengers plans to take over the entire town. Then Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast March 24, 1949, 76 years ago, A Sam Shovel Mystery. The boys do a "Sam Shovel" mystery, "The Case Of The Man Who Burned His Sweetheart's Body In The Fireplace," or "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 24, 1949, 76 years ago, Roger’s Surprise. Telling Mama the news. But who bought the land? 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

A Western Sunday with some Questions First a look at the events of the day Then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast March 23, 1958, 67 years ago, The Actress. A British actress in the old West meets death; Kendall learns her strange secret. Followed by the news from 67 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 23, 1958, 67 years ago, Indian. Marshal Dillon finds an Indian tortured to death and a man with a fanatical hatred of Indians. Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast March 23, 1958, 67 years ago, The Homesteaders. Colonel Everett arrives in Tombstone with a Spanish land grant to the Meeker ranch, signed by General Santa Ana himself!. Followed by Quick As a Flash starring Ken Roberts, originally broadcast March 23, 1947, 78 years ago. Telling one of the stories this week is Lamont Cranston as…the Shadow. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 23, 1949, 76 years ago, Dealing for a Deed. Claudia has a surprise for Mr. Tucker. A drive to counselor Robert Henkins with news that the land across from the Nortons has been sold. 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

A Mixed up Saturday First a look at this day in History. Then Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast March 22, 1951, 74 years ago, The Great Lover starring Bob Hope and Rhonda Fleming. The shipboard search for, "The Card Table Murderer." Followed by Passport to Romance, originally broadcast March 22, 1946, 79 years ago, Boy meets girl aboard the "S.S. Harmonia." Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 22, 1955, 70 years ago, The Big Talk. A drunken woman provides the clue to a series of robberies, beatings and a murder that took place outside of different bars. The main suspect has a good alibi...Sergeant Friday! Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 22, 1949, 76 years ago, Land for Sale. Roger's visiting and there's nothing to do. 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

A Funny Friday First a look at the events of the day Then Fibber McGee and Company, originally broadcast March 21, 1939, 86 years ago, The Spring Haircut. ZaSu Pitts appears as a scalp specialist's nurse. Fibber starts going bald and tries an old Indian tonic. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago with guest Marlene Dietrich. Dean interviews a tree surgeon (Jerry). Dean, Jerry, and Marlene do a satire of Café Istanbul called Café Turkistan. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast March 21, 1954, 71 years ago, The Mean Old Man. Who is "The Mean Old Man?" Tune in and find out. Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago, The Ego Builder. Harriet has been chosen an alternate for a P.T.A. meeting. Ozzie thinks that Harriet lacks confidence. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 21, 1949, 76 years ago, Mice Move In. Claudia wants a glass of milk, and a kiss. 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

A Funny Thursday First a look at this day in History. Then The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope, originally broadcast March 20, 1945, 80 years ago with guest Shirley Temple. The program originates from Camp Anza, Arlington (Riverside), California. Bob and guest Shirley Temple appear as hot-rodding teen-agers. Bob, Skinnay Ennis and Jerry Colonna at Camp Anza. With this show, Bob starts his fourth year entertaining the troops by playing for service audiences. Followed by Fred Allen, originally broadcast March 20, 1940, 85 years ago, Eagle Gets Loose in the Studio. The famous "Eagle Show," in which a trained eagle escapes to the roof of the studio. The Mighty Allen Art Players satirize "The Pot Of Gold" program, with a skit called, "The Tub Of Silver." Then True or False starring Harry Hagen, originally broadcast March 20, 1938, 87 years ago, Male Postal Clerks versus Women of the League of Women Voters. Finally One Out of Seven starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 20, 1946, 76 years ago, Equality, A Most Wonderful Thing. In Germany, unidentified people are executed. In the South, a Negro is whipped. In Alabama, a Negro is denied voter registration. In Tupelo, Mississippi, a clergyman registers to run for the House of Representatives and is run out of town. (Content Warning - the “N” word is used in context) 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

A Dramatic Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day Then Gang Busters, originally broadcast March 19, 1955, 70 years ago, The Case Of The Reckless Ride. Two tough guys named Harold Kopan and Edward Robb swear the cops will never get them to Leavenworth. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast March 19, 1935, 90 years ago, The Mae West Jewel Robbery. The story of the real robbery of Miss West's jewels and $3000 in cash in 1932 is dramatized. (The total losses of almost $19,500 would be over $452,000 in 2025.) Then Escape, originally broadcast March 19, 1949, 76 years ago, Finger of Doom starring Harry Bartell. A man's girlfriend delivers a package and disappears off the face of the Earth. Followed by The Adventures of Frank Merriwell starring Lawson Zerbe, originally broadcast March 19, 1949, 76 years ago, The Boomerang Pitch. When Frank and Bart miss a train, a British cricket player saves the day for the Yale baseball team. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 19, 1942, 83 years ago, Abner and Cedric to Quit. Now that they're rich, Abner and Cedric plan to stop working, become gypsies and travel around the world. 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

A Dramatic Tuesday First a look at this day in History. Then The Sealed Book, originally broadcast March 18, 1945, 80 years ago, The Hand of Death. An eccentric who collects souvenirs from murders decides to try for the ultimate item for his collection. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast March 18, 1947, 78 years ago, Sam Fishers Past. An amnesiac named Sam Fisher is accused of murder after he disappears. Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast March 18, 1953, 72 years ago, Oslo, Norway. Steve Mitchell flies to Oslo, Norway to tackle "The Bureau," a gang that deals in stolen information. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast March 18, 1952, 73 years ago, Red Waves. The Party has a secret vessel off the coast to subvert the army as did Tokyo Rose. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 18, 1949, 76 years ago, Claudia in Court. On the way to the court to deal with the traffic ticket. 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

A Funny Monday First a look at the events of the day Then George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast March 17, 1941, 84 years ago, St. Patrick's Parade. George tries to break up the "romance" between Gracie and Artie Shaw. Followed by A Day In The Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast March 17, 1948, 77 years ago, Baby Picture Contest. Dennis enters Mrs. Anderson's baby picture in a photo contest...and wins! Then Town Hall Tonight starring Fred Allen, originally broadcast March 17, 1937, 88 years ago, St Patricks Day Show. The Mighty Allen Art Players do a hillbilly drama. Town Hall Varieties: Professor Quigley attempts to escape from a packing case again. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 17, 1949, 76 years ago, Telling David. Claudia has gotten a traffic ticket...or summons. David doesn't yet know. 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

On this, the 69th anniversary of the passing of a great radio humorist, we present the NBC program Biography in Sound, This episode was broadcast two days prior to what would have been his 62nd birthday, May 29, 1956. Ironically that was just 10 days following my birth. And yes, I chose this picture because of another irony. Until I graduated college, I played the tuba. Here's a partial list of those apart of Fred that you will hear in this 55 minute program. Kenny Delmar, Tallulah Bankhead, Doc Rockwell, Jack Benny, Herman Wouk, Jim Harkins, Francis Spellman, Donald Voorhees, Peter Donald, Bill Mullen, James Mason, Jimmy Durante, Goodman Ace, Henry Tugan, Joe DeGray, Mike Jakes, Minerva Pious, Jack Haley, Ed Herlihy, Edgar Bergen, Herb Shriner, Benny Droan, Clifton Webb, George Jessel, John Royal, Roger White, Pat Weaver, Harry Von Zell, John Crosby, Stanley Trablinsky, Morton Green, George Foster, Su Chan, Max Asgur, Alan Reed, and Parker Fennelly. Each paying tribute with remembrances of Fred Allen. And yes, writer Earl Hamner wrote much of the continuity of this program. The same Earl Hamner who created The Waltons and Falcon Crest. One more amazing talent who influenced so many more. May he rest in peace and know that even today, he is remembered for all the laughs he gave all of us.