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Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox
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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 newsman. 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!
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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Classic Radio 06-28-26 - Wedding Preparations, The Secret Word, and Lady Takes a Chance
3d ago02:39:52Tap to summarizeComedy on a SundayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 28, 1951, 75 years ago, Wedding Preparations. The preparations for Margaret’s sister’s wedding in the Anderson household are getting out of hand, according to Jim! But will there even be a wedding?Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast June 28, 1950, 76 years ago, The Secret Word is Air. The jackpot question is worth $2000 (over $27,000 today) and the first contenders are a bachelor and spinster. Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast June 28, 1951, 75 years ago, Lady Takes a Chance starring Joan Caulfield and John Lund. The adaptation of the 1943 motion picture that originally starred Jean Arthur and John Wayne. Adventurous New Yorker Molly Truesdale heads West on a whim and falls for rodeo cowboy Duke Hudkins after he is thrown into her lap during a rodeo. Despite clashing over love and independence, the two eventually realize they belong together and reunite for a trip back to the West.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 28, 1948, 78 years ago, Who's Knocking at the Door? Enjoying a quiet evening at home. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf 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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Classic Radio 06-27-26 - Jack in New York City, Gildy's Wedding, and WC sues Charlie
4d ago02:31:43Tap to summarizeComedy and Variety on a SaturdayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 27, 1948, 78 years ago, From New York City. The program originates from New York City. The last show of the season. The Sportsmen repeat their great Lucky Strike commercial to the music of The Sabre Dance. And a special guest. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 27, 1943, 83 years ago, Wedding Day. The last show of the season. Gildersleeve gets pre-nuptial cold feet. The wedding of Gildersleeve and Leila!Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour starring Don Ameche, originally broadcast June 27, 1937, 89 years ago, Guest - Sonja Henie. Don and Sonja Henie appear in a romantic skit. Charlie McCarthy tells about his dishonest Uncle Anthony and plans to sue W. C. Fields for slander. W. C. Fields has become a Hollywood columnist (satirizing Walter Winchell).Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 27, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire Sues. Squire Skimp announces that he's going to sue Lum and Abner for $1000. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream
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Classic Radio 06-26-26 - Clastrophobia, Doctor from Vienna, and Who is Mr X
5d ago02:19:02Tap to summarizeWesterns and Comedy on a FridayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast June 26, 1954, 72 years ago, Clastrophobia. Giles and Deaver are two bad guys, one of whom is killed by Obie Ridgers. Despite his claustrophobia and preference for hanging, the judge sentences Obie to life in prison!Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 26, 1960, 66 years ago, Doctor from Vienna. Paladin has suspicions about the unusual Doctor Dreckle from Vienna. He has a parlor right in the Carlton Hotel!Then, Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast June 26, 1953, 73 years ago, End Of The Trail. Fred Bachelor is ambushed to get his land. Dynamite is detonated just as the stagecoach crosses the bridge; then, Miss Myrtle Summers comes to town.Followed by The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast June 26, 1949, 77 years ago, Fred’s Last Show. The last show of the series, the last regularly scheduled show starring Fred. A walk down Main Street, asking the Allen's Alley residents "Do most people plan their vacations?" Guest Henry Morgan needs $300, so Fred takes him to the secret vault of Mr. X.Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 26, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire Gets out of Bed. Squire Skimp is feeling better today...so much improved that he's visiting a lawyer at the county seat! Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf 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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Classic Radio 6-25-26 - No Sad Clowns, Call Me at Half-Past, and The Man from Jaune Cache
6d ago02:24:37Tap to summarizeDrama on a ThursdayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, Jeff Regan Investigator starring Frank Graham with Frank Nelson, originally broadcast June 25, 1950, 76 years ago, No Sad Clowns For Me. A circus story. Mr. Crackly wants to find a man named Bliss. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast June 25, 1961, 65 years ago, Call Me at Half Past starring Elspeth Eric and Bernie Grant. A man is trapped in a hotel room by his insane wife, who is determined to kill him.Then, Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast June 25, 1951, 75 years ago, The Man From Jaune Cache. Amnesia, man overboard and a prodigal brother-in-law arriving from South America. Let George do this one!Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 25, 1952, 74 years ago, A Riot Made to Order. Cvetic uses a sprinkler system to foil the plans of the Party to cause a riot and create sympathy for the Communists.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 25, 1948, 78 years ago, The Mayor Discusses a New School. A meeting with Mayor Reynolds. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html
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Classic Radio 06-24-26 - Showboat, Painting the Garage, and Grass Lake
1w ago02:34:06Tap to summarizeComedy on a WednesdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast June 24, 1940, 86 years ago, Showboat starring Irene Dunne, Allan Jones, and Charles Winninger, reprising their role from the 1936 motion picture. The favorite story of love on the river. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast June 24, 1948, 78 years ago, Henry Paints the Garage. Henry and Homer’s fathers are sneaking off to go fishing. And they’re leaving the boys to painting the garage. Last show of the season. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast June 24, 1953, 73 years ago, Grass Lake. Gildy is taking his vacation one day at a time. A trip to Grass Lake turns into an expedition when all the neighborhood kids come along.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 24, 1948, 78 years ago, Meeting Dr Taft. Home-made ice cream.. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf 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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Classic Radio 06-23-26 - Nazi POW in Riverdale, Ricky's late, and George and Gracie to England
1w ago02:29:23Tap to summarizeComedy on a TuesdayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast June 23, 1945, 81 years ago, A Nazi POW in Riverdale. Archie and Jughead capture an escaped Nazi prisoner! This, of course, leads to a night in jail for stealing a car!Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast June 23, 1953, 73 years ago, Ricky is always late. Ricky’s tardiness is leading to lots of problems in the household… and putting a spotlight on Ozzie’s mounting list of tasks. Then, The Maxwell House Coffee Time starring George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast June 23, 1949, 77 years ago, Preparing for England with Robert Young. The last show of the season, the last show sponsored by Maxwell House Coffee. Guest Robert Young will be starring on the program while they're away. George and Gracie are preparing to appear at the London Palladium. Followed by The Chevrolet Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 23, 1933, 93 years ago, Mary’s Birthday. It's Mary's birthday and many celebrities attend her party (all of them imitated by Johnny Woods). One of those mentioned and imitated is Fred Allen, making this the earliest documented start of the famous "feud." The last show of the season. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 23, 1948, 78 years ago, A Lucky Dime. Claudia twists her ankle and finds a new doctor. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamWe're sorry, but since this show was recorded, Professor Bees is no longer available.
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Classic Radio 06-22-26 - Vienna Newspaper, Protection Copy and Border Invaders
1w ago02:19:43Tap to summarizeCrime on a MondayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, The Man Called X starring Herbert Marshall, originally broadcast June 22, 1951, 75 years ago, Vienna. Ken Thurston travels to Austria to investigate the murder of the owner of the last free newspaper in Vienna.Followed by The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast June 22, 1955, 71 years ago, The Protection Copy. A recording of a bribe payoff leads to a shakedown. Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast June 22, 1954, 72 years ago. Bruce Eldritch's partner, Paul Maxwell, has been killed. Followed by Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin, originally broadcast June 22, 1942, 84 years ago, The Case of the Border Invaders. Enemy spies are parachuting into America. A Gestapo agent takes off for Texas from Mexico. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 22, 1948, 78 years ago, Meeting Dr Taft. Claudia visits the doctor in preparation for the baby’s arrival. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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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Classic Radio 06-21-26 - Gildy's Chair, Mother Drives, and Irma's Vacation
1w ago02:35:09Tap to summarizeComedy on a SundayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 21, 1942, 84 years ago, Father’s Day chair. Sam Hearn appears as "Schlepperman," the furniture dealer. "The Chairs Of Gildersleeve," a present for Father's Day. Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 21, 1951, 75 years ago, Mother Drives a Car. Margaret wants to learn how to drive. So they teach her...Then, My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Planning a Vacation. Irma and Jane plan to take a vacation at Moosehead Lodge. The last show of the season. Followed by The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast June 21, 1947, 79 years ago, Babs Almost Gets a Job in San Francisco. Babs has a chance to get a summer job in San Francisco, but Riley is never going to let her take it. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 21, 1948, 78 years ago, A Flower Garden. Claudia and Mama are driving in the country...55 minutes more than expected. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!
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Classic Radio 06-20-26 - The Old Lady Shows Her Medals, Jack and Bob in Cleveland, and Inside Story
2w ago02:24:55Tap to summarizeComedy on a SaturdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with Don Ameche, originally broadcast June 20, 1937, 89 years ago. Charlie McCarthy gets a lesson from a French tutor. May Robson ("A grand old lady of the theatre") appears in scenes from, "The Old Lady Shows Her Medals." On Father's day, W. C. Fields remembers his father, a doctor who treated a man for yellow jaundice for years before learning he was a Chinaman. Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 20, 1948, 78 years ago. The program originates from Cleveland. Marilyn Maxwell sings, "Hooray For Love." The program's guest is Cleveland Indians pitcher Bob Feller. Bob Hope joins Jack and Bob Feller for a comedy routine.Then, X Minus One, originally broadcast June 20, 1957, 69 years ago, Inside Story. A reporter dares to enter the secret enclave of those infected with Null-E Fever. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 20, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire to be Arrested. Squire Skimp is very upset that he's been put out of business. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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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6-19 News - Primary Election Results official
2w ago00:06:43Tap to summarizeIn the headlines:Primary Election results certified by CommissionersVehicle fire on Wednesday Sheriff's Office Blotter ReportTwo Wildfires south of CalienteBipartisan resolution introduced in the Senate to honor Kyle BuschGas Prices lowerNo joke! Comedian Carlos Mencia charged with Tax Fraud
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