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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!

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English

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775-469-0951


Episodes
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Classic Radio for May 18, 2024 - 66 years ago, Crime and Westerns

5/18/2024
2+ Hours of Westerns and Drama from this date 66 years ago First a look at this day in History. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 66 years ago, The Ghost to Ghost Matter. Johnny investigates a whole town which seems to be haunted, it's not just a haunted house. Followed by the news from 66 years ago, then Suspense, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 66 years ago, Ray Bradbury’s Zero Hour starring Evelyn Rudie. The story of the game of "invasion" and a visit from "Drill" once again. Then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 66 years ago, Advice to the Lovelorn. A man returns from the east to find his girl married to the man who shot up his best friend. Followed by Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 66 years ago, Drive To Fort Huachuca. Watson and his baddies from the Triple X are determined to keep Luke's herd from reaching the army post at Fort Huachucha. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 18, 1948, 76 years ago, Fresh Off The Farm. Chicken dinner on the hoof. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at 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:02:14:47

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Classic Radio for May 17, 2024 - The Lost City, Deadly Devotion, and Rogues Regiment

5/17/2024
2 + Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast May 17, 1950, 74 years ago, The Lost City. A whole lot of oil is missing, and Steve Mitchell is off to find out how? Followed by The news of the day 74 years ago, then Mr District Attorney star Jay Jostyn, originally broadcast May 17, 1950, 74 years ago, The Case of Deadly Devotion. Nick Oliver, on the lam from the St. Louis police, muscles in on a local racket and murders the wealthy Mrs. Post for her money. Then Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast May 17, 1951, 73 years ago, Rogues Regiment starring Dick Powell. An American Intelligence Agent and Nazi hunter is on the trail of a former SS war criminal reminiscent of Martin Bormann believed to be hiding in the French Foreign Legion in French Indochina. He joins forces with a French Intelligence agent investigating supplies of weapons to the Việt Minh from the Eastern Bloc. Dick Powell reprises his leading role from the 1948 motion picture. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 17, 1948, 76 years ago, Gertrude Arrives. Gertrude takes over. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:29:40

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Classic Radio Theater for May 16, 2024 - Paroled for Revenge, Corwin and New York, and The Plan

5/16/2024
2+ Hours of Crime on this Thursday First a look at this day in History. Then The Green Hornet, originally broadcast May 16, 1944, 80 years ago, Paroled for Revenge. A gangster fresh from stir goes gunning for the guy who put him there, Britt Reid. Donovan Faust stars as the Green Hornet. Followed by the news from 80 years ago, then Columbia Presents Corwin, originally broadcast May 16, 1944, New York: A Tapestry For Radio. A description of the world's greatest city at war. The second program of a trilogy about three cities. Martin Gable is the narrator. Then Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast May 16, 1954, 70 years ago, The Case of the Haunted Burial Cave. Nick is called in by an anthropologist to investigate when he’s attacked at the site of a Native American burial ground. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 16, 1946, 78 years ago, The Plan. Claire Trevor stars as a woman terrorized by her husband's insane brother. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 16, 1941, 83 years ago, The Grayson Submarine. The evil "Dr. Deutch" introduces himself to Perry White and Lois Lane. Perry White tells him off in no uncertain terms. Clark Kent has escaped from the submarine, returned to Metropolis, and has contacted Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Robert 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 radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day.

Duration:02:42:37

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Classic Radio for May 15, 2024 - Night Watchman, The President and the Ladies, and 30 years of Network Radio

5/15/2024
2 + Hours of Drama and History First a look at this day in History. Then Night Beat starring Frank Lovejoy, originally broadcast May 15, 1950, 74 years ago, The Night Watchman. Did a night watchman named Tony Graham, who walks with a cane, set a series of warehouse fires? His father seems to be a bad luck symbol too! Followed by Mr President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast May 15, 1949, 75 years ago, Ladies They Talk About. A certain "Mrs. Peggy Eaton, " the wife of the Secretary of War, cause complications for this Mr. President. Who is he? Then Biography in Sound, originally broadcast May 15, 1956, 68 years ago, Recollections at 30. A salute to network radio on it’s thirtieth anniversary. Excerpts of a variety of shows. Finally The Strange Dr Weird, originally broadcast May 15, 1945, 79 years ago, Picture of a Killer. A murdering bank robber swears revenge on a street photographer after his picture sends him to prison. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:25:49

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Classic Radio for May 14, 2024 - Blue Alibi, Red Red Herring, and Murder in the Vineyard

5/14/2024
2+ Hours of Crime on this Tuesday First a look at this day in History. Then The Whistler, originally broadcast May 14, 1950, 74 years ago, Blue Alibi. The wife of a city official tries to get him to break off with racketeers who have been paying him graft. William Conrad and Willard Waterman are featured. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 14, 1952, 72 years ago, The Red Red Herring. Cvetic frames a loyal party member to protect himself. Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 14, 1935, 89 years ago, Murder in the Vineyard. A rancher has been found murdered near Fresno. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast May 14, 1955, 69 years ago, The Case of the Tapped Telephone. A couple of officers recognise an ex-con. They follow him to a local tavern with a phone with an out of order sign on it. They’re able to get a wiretap order which strikes paydirt. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 14, 1941, 83 years ago, The Grayson Submarine. The experimental Grayson submarine has been captured, and a Government submarine sent to rescue the submarine has also been captured, but by who? Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at classicradio.stream If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day.

Duration:02:31:25

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Classic Radio for May 13, 2024 - Tenth Anniversary, Driving to New York, and Smuggled Irish Tweed

5/13/2024
2 + Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast May 13, 1949, 75 years ago, Anniversary Presents. With the Cooper’s 10th anniversary here, Liz is hoping for an expensive gift from George. She thinks the mink that George’s boss bought for his wife is for her! Followed by The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast May 13, 1951, 73 years ago, Jack prepares to go to New York. Jack is heading for New York to do his fourth television show. He's planning to drive! Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 13, 1947, 77 years ago, Smuggled Irish Tweed. Fibber has purchased three bolts of "genuine" Irish tweed, and at a bargain price too! Then George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast May 13, 1948, 76 years ago, Gracie’s Problem with Salesmen. Is Gracie an easy touch? She can't say, "No" to house-to-house salesmen. This leads George to be quarantined in his own house. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 13, 1948, 76 years ago, An Evening Stroll. A visit to Mama...and her butler. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:22:33

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Classic Radio for May 12, 2024 - Irma and the Picnic, Sponsored operations, and Montague a Father?

5/12/2024
2+ Hours of Comedy on this Sunday First a look at this day in History. Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 12, 1953, 71 years ago, The Picnic. Jane, Irma and the gang go for a picnic, and Irma’s driving! They may rest in peace, but not because of the driving! Followed by the news from 71 years ago, then Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, originally broadcast May 12, 1953, 71 years ago, with guest Joanne Dru. Dean, Jerry, and their special guest, screen actress Joanna Dru, portray medics and nurse and show what might happen if operations were sponsored on television. Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 12, 1946, 78 years ago, Leila’s Boy Friend. Gildersleeve conquers a rival for the hand of fair Leila. Followed by The Magnificent Montague starring Monty Wooley, originally broadcast May 12, 1951, 73 years ago, Baby in the House. A baby comes to visit. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 12, 1941, 83 years ago, The Grayson Submarine. Thanks to Robert 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:02:34:17

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Classic Radio for May 11, 2024 - The Visitor, The Enormous Radio, and Murder in the Script Department

5/11/2024
2 + Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Suspense, originally broadcast May 11, 1944, 80 years ago, The Visitor starring Eddie Bracken. A young boy who was thought dead returns home. Or does he? Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 11, 1956, 68 years ago, The Enormous Radio. A newly purchased radio picks up voices from neighboring apartments instead of regular broadcasts. Then Lights Out, originally broadcast May 11, 1943, 81 years ago, Murder in the Script Department. Two typists are haunted at a radio network. Don't ever complain about Mr. Oboler's scripts! Then Freedom USA starring Tyrone Power, originally broadcast May 11, 1952, 72 years ago, Dean’s First Chairmanship. Senator Dean Edwards has been made chairman of the Sesquecentennial Committee for the celebration of the Louisiana Purchase. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 11, 1948, 76 years ago, An Appointment in New York. A visit to Dr. Roland. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:22:32

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Classic Radio for May 10, 2024 - The Big Joke, The Carnival Killer, and John Dillinger

5/10/2024
2+ Hours of Drama on this Friday First a look at this day in History. Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 10, 1953, 71 years ago, The Big Joke. A bartender is paid $500 to kill a nice old man with no enemies. Who wants him dead? Followed by This is Your FBI, originally broadcast May 10, 1946, 78 years ago, The Carnival Killer. An ex-con finds a former colleague who is an Army deserter. He threatened to turn him in, but the deserter ened up dead. Then Suspense, originally broadcast May 10, 1954, 70 years ago, The Last Days of John Dillinger starring Van Heflin. A radio-noir portrait typical of the Elliot Lewis era of a mad-dog killer. Beware "The Lady In Red"! Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast May 10, 1959, 65 years ago, The Fatal Filet Matter. Johnny has dinner with a pal, the plans are to share a steak. Johnny's piece is overcooked, but his friend dies from ground glass in the meat! Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 10, 1948, 76 years ago, Parking the Car. Claudia goes to park the car, but runs into a problem with where to park it. And for how much! Thanks to Robert 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:02:22:30

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Classic Radio for May 9, 2024 - My Man Godfrey, Gildy's Wedding List, and the Oscar

5/9/2024
2 + Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 9, 1938, 86 years ago, My Man Godfrey starring William Powell and Carole Lombard. An adaptation of the 1936 comedy about a scatterbrained socialite who hires a vagrant as a family butler - but there's more to Godfrey than meets the eye. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 9, 1943, 81 years ago, Wedding List. Leila gets angry when Gildersleeve decides to play poker with the boys. Will a gift of candy do the trick? Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 9, 1948, 76 years ago, The Oscar. Jack tells guests Ronald Colman and Benita Hume that Ronald's Oscar has been stolen. A flashback retells (again) the, "Your money or your life" joke and still gets a laugh. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 9, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. Superman rescues Pug just as he's about to drown! A torpedo is launched at the ship by a submarine, but is turned around. The torpedo hits the submarine and sinks it...ending the adventure. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:37:55

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Classic Radio for May 8, 2024 - D-Day, a Wonderful Life, and Mars is Heaven

5/8/2024
2+ Hours of Drama on this V-E Day First a look at this day in History. Then On a Note of Triumph starring Martin Gabel, originally broadcast May 8, 1945, 79 years ago. An excellent V-E Day production making full use of the creative medium of radio. Called by Norman Corwin "The greatest single radio broadcast of the 20th century." I agree. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast May 8, 1949, 75 years ago, It’s a Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart. Screen director Frank Capra appears as host. Then X Minus One, originally broadcast May 8, 1955, 69 years ago, Mars is Heaven, based on the Ray Bradbury short story. The first Earthmen to arrive on Mars find some very familiar sights and even more familiar people. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast May 8, 1942, 82 years ago, Build an Old Folks Home. Mousey's latest brainstorm: an old folks home! Thanks to Robert 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:02:35:20

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Classic Radio for May 7, 2024 - Jewel Robberies, You Could Die Laughing, and the Purloined Ruby

5/7/2024
2 + Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 7, 1946, 78 years old, The Winthrope Jewelry Robberies. A diamond a day is disappearing from a jewelry company and Blackie is asked to help stop the thefts. Followed by the news of the day 78 years ago, then Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast May 7, 1946, 78 years ago, You Could Die Laughing starring Santos Ortega. Elwood has only a year to live. When a blackmailer confronts him after a hit-and-run, a couple find themselves imprisoned by a tough gangster. Then The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast May 7, 1945, 79 years ago, The Purloined Ruby. A missing gem, a murder and a clue from Edgar Allen Poe. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast May 7, 1949, 75 years ago, The Case of the New Jersey Yegg Man. A gang of New Jersey burglars open a safe and find a collection of rare Columbian half-dollars. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 7, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. Pug escapes a second time and plans the rescue of Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen. Pug is spotted however, and falls into the sea! Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:23:45

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Classic Radio for May 6, 2024 - Never The Twain, The Photographer, and Anna Norquest

5/6/2024
2+ Hours of Westerns on a Monday First a look at this day in History. Then Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast May 6, 1956, 68 years ago, Never the Twain. The daughter of Spotted Tail and a soldier fall in love. Followed by the news from 68 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 6, 1956, 68 years ago, The Photographer. "Professor" Jacoby comes to Dodge to photograph "the violence of the west." Finding little action in Dodge, the "Professor" stirs up some excitement himself. Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast May 6, 1954, 70 years ago, Anna Norquest. A mail-order bride from Sweden arrives to find her pen-pal groom about to be hanged for murder. Followed by Straight Arrow starring Howard Culver, originally broadcast May 6, 1948, 76 years ago, Stage from Calvados. Randy Culver seems to have robbed the stage to Calvados. He was framed, but it will take Straight Arrow to prove him innocent. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 6, 1948, 76 years ago, Noises in the Pipes. Claudia and David are doing the dishes...without a maid. Thanks to Robert 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:02:33:46

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Classic Radio for May 5, 2024 - The Mink Fink, Old Men, and Boris Karloff

5/5/2024
2 + Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, originally broadcast May 5, 1953, 71 years ago, with guest Anne Baxter. Anne and the boys do a sketch about an inventor and a rich schnook sntitled “The Mink Fink”. Followed by the news of the day 71 years ago, then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 5, 1953, 71 years ago, Irma Wants an Older Man. Al jilts Irma on her birthday so Irma takes a date with an older man. Then The Royal Gelatin Show starring Rudy Vallee, originally broadcast May 5, 1938, 86 years ago with guest Boris Karloff. Rudy interviews Washington Lumpkin, a sandhog working on the new 6th Avenue subway in New York City. Mr. Lumpkin loses his place in the script. Tommy Riggs and "Betty Lou" appear on the show for the 40th time. Irving Caesar sings "A Song Of Safety" called, "Hot and Cold Water." Boris Karloff and Harold Vermilyea appear in a very well-written drama titled, "Danse Macabre." "The Sisters Of The Skillet" appear as, "The Roving Radio Reporters.". Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 5, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. While Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen are being held prisoner, Pug is almost captured...but escapes. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Duration:02:23:13

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Classic Radio for May 4, 2024 - Salt, Money, and a King Cobra

5/4/2024
2+ Hours of Westerns and Crime on a Saturday First a look at this day in History. Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast May 4, 1958, 66 years ago, Worth Its Salt. Ed Craig is running for the office of delegate to Congress, representing Arizona. He also buys a salted gold mine which is secretly owned by his opponent. Followed by the news from 66 years ago, then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 4, 1958, 66 years ago, The Richest Man in the West. A gang of badmen holds up a rich man and his private train. Then Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast May 4, 1950, 74 years ago, The King Cobra Murder Case. A snake is used to kill on an ocean liner. Followed by Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast May 4, 1947, 77 years ago, The Case of the Missing Thumb. Nick shows a young detective-to-be what the job is really like...by using him as bait to catch the young man's father's killer. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 4, 1948, 76 years ago, Reviewing the Budget. David declines a glass of milk. Thanks to Robert 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:02:24:59

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Classic Radio for May 3, 2024 - Bob and Lucy, Amos 'n' Andy, and One Long Pan

5/3/2024
2 + Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then Bob Hope, originally broadcast May 3, 1949, 75 years ago with guest Lucille Ball. The first show of the season. Bob Hope's Swan's Eye View Of The News. Mail two Swan wrappers to CARE and Lever Brothers will send one cake of soap to European children. Doris Day sings, "Time You Were Here." Bob and Lucille appear in a hillbilly skit. Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast May 3, 1953, 71 years ago, Stock Market Tip. Andy and The Kingfish have a hot tip on "United Consolidated" stock, but there are six companies with that name! Then Fred Allen, originally broadcast May 3, 1942, 82 years ago, The Freak Show Murder. Falstaff Openshaw recites. The cast does "The Great Side Show Mystery," as solved by "One Long Pan." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast May 3, 1948, 76 years ago, Mama Takes the Train. Claudia and Mama are driving to the station, Mama is leaving to stay with Aunt Louisa. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:33:43

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Classic Radio for May 2, 2024 - The Soaring Saucer, margaret Royce, and No Coffin for the Dead

5/2/2024
2+ Hours of Crime on a Thursday First a look at this day in History. Then Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast May 2, 1950, 74 years ago, The Case of the Soaring Saucer. "Tia Puma" and her friends use genuine flying saucers to smuggle narcotics into the United States. Followed by Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast May 2, 1953, 71 years ago, The Margaret Royce Murder Case. Margaret Royce is missing...as reported by her very strange sister and her even stranger companion. Then Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast May 2. 1945, 79 years ago, No Coffin For The Dead starring Les Tremayne. Who killed Peter Frame? The assailant is identified as the insane son of Peter Frame's housekeeper. However, the son has been shot while escaping from an asylum and is unable to walk. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast May 2, 1952, 72 years ago, Suzie’s Cue. Harry's in Vienna, very interested in a diamond necklace formally owned by Marie Antoinette. Finally Superman, originally broadcast May 2, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. Clark Kent confronts the little old lady and discovers that "she" is really a "he!" Thanks to Robert 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:02:32:05

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Classic Radio for May 1, 2024 - Mentallo, Terminal, and Cara

5/1/2024
2 + Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Nightbeat starring Frank Lovejoy, originally broadcast May 1, 1950, 74 years ago, Mentallo, the Mental Marvel. . "Mentallo The Mental Marvel" is a carnival mind reader who attempts to commit suicide after he's asked, "What happened to you the fifteenth of last month?" The man with the photographic memory just can't seem to remember! Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 1, 1960, 64 years ago, Dressed to Kill. Paladin delivers a railroad payroll to the town of Terminal...and rescues a kidnapped damsel in distress. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 1, 1954, 70 years ago, Cara. Ben Tolliver and his gang are coming to Dodge to rob the bank. Marshal Dillon suspects his old girlfriend Cara is a member of the gang. Followed by X Minus One, originally broadcast May 1, 1955, 69 years ago, The Parade. A genuine Martian hires an advertising agency to publicize a parade. The Martians are coming! Finally The Strange Dr Weird, originally broadcast May 1, 1945, 79 years ago, The Man Who Played Dead. An escaped killer hides in a wax museum; the last place he should have picked. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:16:50

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Classic Radio for April 30, 2024 - Can't sleep, Corpse in the Cellar, and a Tobacconist

4/30/2024
2+ Hours of Crime on a Tuesday First a look at this day in History. Then I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 30, 1953, 71 years ago, I Can’t Sleep. The Party assigns a room-mate to Cvetic with a tape-recorder when it finds out he's been talking in his sleep. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 30, 1935, 89 years ago, The Corpse in the Cellar. A body has been found buried in the basement of a house, wearing a gold ring and wearing a silver belt buckle. Then The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast April 30, 1945, 79 years ago, The Unfortunate Tobacconist. Three murders in an East End cigar store have an elementary solution. Followed by The Saint starring Vincent Price, originally broadcast April 30, 1950, 74 years ago, Murder of a Champion. Finally Superman, originally broadcast April 30, 1941, 83 years ago, The Nitrate Shipment. Clark Kent rescues Pug and Jimmy Olsen and discovers the secret of the ship's cargo...it's nitrate! Beware the little old lady...she may be a spy! Thanks to Robert 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:02:19:42

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Classic Radio for April 29, 2024 - The Grand Canyon Matter, Blackbeard's Ace, and Bleeding Gold

4/29/2024
2 + Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast April 29, 1962, 62 years ago, The Grand Canyon Matter. Johnny nearly gets pushed into the canyon on the trail of a stolen necklace. Followed by the news from that Sunday 62 years ago, then an episode of Suspense, originally broadcast April 29, 1962, 62 years ago, Blackbeard’s Ace starring Elaine Rost and John Thomas. A house seems to be haunted by the ghosts of pirates. When a couple decides to spend a week in the house, the ghosts decide to make contact!. Then T-Man starring Dennis O’Keefe, originally broadcast April 29, 1950, 74 years ago, The Case of the Bleeding Gold. A strange counterfeiting gang makes gold coins with more gold in them than the government uses! Followed by Arch Obolers Plays, originally broadcast April 29, 1939, 85 years ago, The Cliff starring Betty Winkler and Frank Lovejoy. A farm boy gets a job with a big-city counterfeiter and winds up in the electric chair. His wife has her own ideas about justice. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast April 29, 1948, 76 years ago, A Visit from Bertha and Fritz. David has returned from New York. The carpenters are still working on the new wing. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

Duration:02:30:44