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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 07-21-26 - City Hall Bombing, Lottery Racket, and Alibi
1w ago02:22:38Tap to summarizeCrime and Science Fiction on a TuesdayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 21, 1949, 77 years ago, City Hall Bombing. Vernon Carney is threatening to blow up City Hall with a bomb if his brother isn't freed from jail by nine o'clock. The story would be reused a year later and on the Television show. Followed by The Big Story, originally broadcast July 21, 1948, 78 years ago, The Lottery Racket. The "big story" of Keeler McCartney of the Atlanta Constitution, who attempts to clean up a lottery racket and nearly gets killed for his efforts. Then, Calling All Cars, originally broadcast July 21, 1937, 89 years ago, Alibi. A dangerous hold-up man is wanted. He has held up a streetcar motorman. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast July 21, 1957, 69 years ago, Green Hills of Earth starring Everett Sloan. The beautiful Robert Heinlein science fiction story about Reisling, the blind poet of the spaceways. Perhaps the best adaptation of the story. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 21, 1948, 78 years ago, You've Seen One Baby, You've Seen Them All. 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 07-20-26 - Embezzler, Death of a Picture Hanger, and Mighty Mouse
1w ago02:21:02Tap to summarizeCrime and Westerns on a MondayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast July 20, 1954, 72 years ago, Donald Sloane, Embezzler. A bank teller steals money from his accounts, but leaves $28,000 behind!Followed by Crime Classics, originally broadcast July 20, 1953, 73 years ago, The Death of a Picture Hanger. The Ford brothers are hired to kill Jesse James, and they do just that. Then, Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 68 years ago, Mighty Mouse. A story about five holdup men outside Laramie, Wyoming Territory, and Kendall's attempt to have them arrested. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 68 years ago, Marshall Proudfoot. Chester's father is in Dodge to visit his son, the Marshal! Parley Baer plays the roles of both Chester and his father! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 20, 1948, 78 years ago, Naming the baby. 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 07-19-26 - Scream for Murder, The Open Boat, and The Last Wish
1w ago02:28:51Tap to summarizeCrime and Romances on a SundayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 73 years ago, Scream for Murder. A squabbling couple can always bury their differences. The question is, which of them doesn't mind an underground shelter? Marriages may be made in heaven, but they sometimes end up in the city morgue.Followed by Escape, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 73 years ago, The Open Boat narrated by William Conrad. Four men in a small boat try to make it to land. This is not an easy thing to do. Then, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 19, 1950, 76 years ago, The Last Wish. Marlowe sets out to find Jack Schiller for his father, a dying old man. Not as easy as it sounds.Followed by Confession, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 73 years ago, Anna Carlson. A wife is having trouble settling down despite having two kids. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 19, 1948, 78 years ago, The first confusing Monday morning. 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 07-18-26 - Missing Newshawk, Mink Coat, and The Creeper
1w ago02:33:00Tap to summarizeDrama on a SaturdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast July 18, 1948, 78 years ago, The Missing Newshawk Caper. Spade is hired to find a reporter named Ray McCully. Spade finds him all right, stabbed to death!Followed by Presenting Charles Boyer starring Charles Boyer, originally broadcast July 18, 1950, 76 years ago, The Mink Coat. Mishel is given a mink coat in a theater lobby. The beautiful lady disappears... and the coat is, alas, stolen. Then, Murder By Experts, originally broadcast July 18, 1949, 77 years ago, The Creeper. A suspenseful story about a mad killer who strangles his red-headed victims. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast July 18, 1949, 77 years ago, Deadly Fair starring Larry Haines. A cabby picks up a killer, then watches him murder two more people and stuff their bodies in the cab's trunk!Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 18, 1935, 91 years ago, Lum Has Had It. Lum has had enough ill-treatment from Abner. He quits his job at the Jot 'Em Down Store and goes into partnership with Squire Skimp! 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 07-17-26 - Steamship, Murder, and Sleeping in a Car
2w ago02:28:20Tap to summarizeCrime and Romances on a FridayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Margot Stevenson, originally broadcast July 17, 1938, 88 years ago, Aboard the Steamship. A mad scientist helps an even madder millionaire believe that he's an Italian Duke from the 12th centuryFollowed by Broadway Is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast July 17, 1950, 76 years ago, The Emilio Ramirez Murder Case. Emilio Ramirez is knifed in the barrio of Spanish Harlem. A cop named Johnny Parada is killed while investigating.Then, Night Watch starring Donn Reed, originally broadcast July 17, 1954, 72 years ago. The first call is about three men found sleeping in a car. The second call is about the possibility of children being left alone during a domestic dispute. Followed by Theater of Romance, originally broadcast July 17, 1945, 81 years ago, Suspicion starring Anthony Quinn and Judith Evelyn. A English woman suspects her ne'er-do-well husband of contemplating murder...or worse!Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 17, 1935, 91 years ago, Lum’s Life is Miserable. Abner is not the easiest guy to work for, making life very difficult for Lum.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 07-16-26 - Fairly Out Fairly In, The man who knew how to hate
2w ago02:25:59Tap to summarizeDrama on a ThursdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast July 16, 1950, 76 years ago, Fairly Out, Fairly In. The President is torn about whether to dismiss members of the former president’s cabinet, thinking they’re working against him. Meanwhile, opposition to a new tax has people up in arms. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast July 16, 1961, 65 years ago, The Man Who Knew How to Hate starring Joan Lorring and Leon Janney. Two commuters, one of them her husband, strike up a casual acquaintance aboard a train. The relationship of the two men grows less casual and more problematic when the other man finds the wife extremely attractive. Then, Let George Do It, starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 16, 1951, 75 years ago, What Became of Terry Cable? When Mr. Cable's watch is located in a pawn shown, there's no sign of Mr. Cable. George's investigation leads to several warehouse fires. Maybe he could get Johnny Dollar to help?Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 16, 1952, 74 years ago, Rich Man, Poor Man. The Party plans to bring down a wealthy magazine publisher and take over his publications. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 16, 1948, 78 years ago, That First 2:00 AM Feeding. 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 07-15-26 - Jimmy Reynolds, My Little Buckaroo, and The Old Enemy
2w ago02:28:36Tap to summarizeDrama and Westerns on a WednesdayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, Rogers of the Gazette starring Will Rogers Junior, originally broadcast July 15, 1953, 73 years ago, Jimmy Reynolds. Jimmy Reynolds, a poor teenager, has been arrested for drunkenness. Will tries to keep Jimmy from being made an "example."Followed by The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast July 15, 1954, 72 years ago, My Little Buckaroo. Roy and Dale find a young French girl with amnesia atop the Empire State Building. Then, Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 15, 1956, 70 years ago, the Old Enemy. A trooper from out of Captain Quince's past, named Patchen, joins the troop and creates problems. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 15, 1956, 70 years ago, Letter of the Law. Marshal Dillon is forced to evict a reformed gunfighter named Brandon Teak from his land. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 15, 1948, 78 years ago, Leaving the Hospital. 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
Transcribe →Classic Radio 07-14-26 - The Red Light Bandit, Shark Bate, and State Senator Hooper
2w ago02:31:37Tap to summarizeDrama on a TuesdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 14, 1949, 77 years ago, The Red Light Bandit. A malicious robber is impersonating a police officer, usually striking when there's a red traffic light. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast July 14, 1950, 76 years ago, Shark Bait starring William Conrad. A good story about gun runners during a Central American revolution, with a surprise ending.Then, Wanted, originally broadcast July 14, 1950, 76 years ago, State Senator Hooper. Senator Hooper is found dead in a car in Michigan. "One of the filthiest (stories) smashed through the newspapers of the nation." The January 11, 1945 story of the "Purple Gang" is told by narration, statements, tape recordings of the participants in the case, as well as actors. "The Voice Of The Underworld" sums up the case. A fascinating radio format, audibly edited on tape (one music cue is late, tape is being heard cued on the air). Where is Myron Selik, "the man with small feet?".Followed by The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast July 14, 1957, 69 years ago, Incident at Los Varoces. The El Sodom vs. The Rancho Gomorrah. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 14, 1948, 78 years ago, Walking the baby...without the baby. 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 07-13-26 - The Long Night, The Mary Agnes Kabiska Murder, and House of Darkness
2w ago02:29:55Tap to summarizeDrama on a MondayFirst, a look at this day in History.Then, Suspense, originally broadcast July 13, 1958, 68 years ago, The Long Night starring Frank Lovejoy. A chilling story about a lost pilot and an air traffic controller. Frank Lovejoy became a licensed pilot after he first did this script on "Suspense," on November 18, 1956. Followed by Somebody Knows, originally broadcast July 13, 1950, 76 years ago, the Mary Agnes Kabiska Murder. On August 9, 1948, a woman is murdered in St. Paul. Her throat had been slashed. Two years later, the homicidal maniac strikes again, this time in Cleveland. Was it the same killer? CBS offers $5000 to listeners who can help find the killer. Then, Box Thirteen starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast July 13, 1949, 77 years ago, House of Darkness. A shot in the dark helps Dan Holiday and a blind man find adventure. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast July 13, 1956, 70 years ago, The Case of the White Kitten starring Mason Adams and Kenny Delmar. A satire of detective shows. More cute than funny. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 13, 1948, 78 years ago, The True Story of 'The Jarvis Bay'. 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.stream
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Classic Radio 07-12-26 - The Iron Coffin, The Human Comedy, and Air Force
2w ago02:37:40Tap to summarizeDrama on a SundayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 12, 1950, 76 years ago, The Iron Coffin. Marlowe visits a 16th century Spanish castle (in northern California) to battle the ghost of Peter The Cruel, who lives in an eight foot iron coffin! Followed by The Lady Esther Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast July 12, 1943, 83 years ago, The Human Comedy starring Mickey Rooney and Frank Morgan. The adaptation of the 1943 motion pictures with the original stars. Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast July 12, 1943, 83 years ago, Air Force starring George Raft and Harry Carey. A good story about the fighting United States Air Force, surprised at Pearl Harbor, but coming back fighting! An adaption of the 1943 motion picture that starred John Garfield and John Ridgely. Last show of the season. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast July 12, 1948, 78 years ago, Claudia Uses Her Baby to Help Another. 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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