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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...

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United States

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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!

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English

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775-469-0951


Episodes
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Classic Radio 04-26-26 - It All Comes Back, Big Scrapbook, and Death Stalks the Hunter

4/26/2026
Crime on a Sunday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Jeff Regan Investigator starring Paul Dubov, substituting for Frank Graham, originally broadcast April 26, 1950, 76 years ago, It All Comes Back to Me Now. Miss "Smith" can't remember her name. Miss Smith also had a loaded .32 caliber Smith and Wesson in her purse. Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 26, 1953, 73 years ago, The Big Scrapbook. Three robbers pull a jewelry store job in San Diego and get away with $135,000 worth of hot ice. Then, Big Town starring Edward Pauley, originally broadcast April 26, 1949, 77 years ago, Death Stalks the Hunter. Wealthy playboy George Martin has been killed while hunting, but it was no accident. Followed by Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast April 26, 1953, 73 years ago, Case of the Silent Killer. A woman in a rural house is murdered while a panicked telephone operator listens to the crime. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 26, 1948, 78 years ago, Noises in the Night. The show starts with a bang...nothing happens in the country. 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:29:02

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Classic Radio 04-25-26 - Showboat, Gracie's Play, and Leroy's Pony

4/25/2026
Comedy on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast April 25, 1943, 83 years ago, Showboat. Bergen tries to explain shortwave radio to Charlie. Bill Thompson is leaving for Flageria to make a movie. He performs a Flagerian western. Guest Irene Dunne joins Charlie on a Mississippi showboat in "Uncle Tom's Cabin.". Followed by Maxwell House Coffee Time starring George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 25, 1946, 80 years ago, Gracie’s Club. The Beverly Hills Uplift Society is going to put on a play, "The Folly Of Molly O'Malley." Guest Sidney Strotz, a vice president of NBC, must be convinced to allow the use of the studio. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 25, 1951, 75 years ago, Leroy’s Pony. Leroy has a new pony! Followed by The Fitch Bandwagon starring Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast April 25, 1948, 78 years ago, The Kids Come to See Daddy at Work. Remley has become a sculptor to impress his new girlfriend. Phil is going to model for him. . Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 25, 1955, 71 years ago, The Noise Abatement Committee. The mayor appoints Fibber to serve on the noise abatement committee. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check 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

Duration:02:39:07

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Classic Radio 04-24-26 - Power of the Mind, Irish Luck, and Murder Warrent

4/24/2026
Westerns and Crime on a Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Margot Stevenson, originally broadcast April 24, 1938, 88 years ago, The Power of the Mind. A famous psychiatrist, kidnapped aboard a foreign freighter, uses telepathy to call the Shadow to the rescue. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 24, 1960, 66 years ago, Irish Luck. Paladin makes friends with an Irishman named O'Bannon on St. Patrick's Day. Shortly thereafter, O'Bannon finds himself on trial for a robbery and murder. Paladin testifies at the trial, and O'Bannon is acquitted. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 24, 1954, 72 years ago, Murder Warrant. Likeable Lee Prentiss has been shot in an ambush. Jake Harbin is not so likeable, but he's a deputy sheriff with a warrant for Prentiss' arrest. Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast on April 24, 1953, 73 years ago, Sundown Valley. Violet Kennedy and her young son are being run out of Sundown Valley by an unscrupulous rancher. A broken leg, a landslide, and a wedding soon follow! Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 24, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Judges a Beauty Contest. Fibber is going to be the judge at a beauty contest, but the contestants are younger than he expects. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Duration:02:21:39

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Classic Radio 04-23-26 I Walk Alone, Wholesale Murder, Stolen Car Ring

4/23/2026
Crime on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 23, 1953, 73 years ago, I Walk Alone. The Party tries to trap Matt Cvetic through his mother. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 23, 1935, 91 years ago, The Wholesale Murder. Three young men steal a car in San Francisco. They have shot and killed three men. Then Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast April 23, 1946, 80 years ago, The Stolen Car Ring. Phil Morton's garage is the home of an insurance racket involving stolen cars. It certainly was a mistake to steal a car from Boston Blackie. Followed by The Adventures of Red Ryder starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast April 23, 1942, 84 years ago, The Devil’s Circus. "McKuen's Mammoth Circus" is coming to Devil's Hole and into trouble. . Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 23, 1948, 78 years ago, Hiring a Farmer. Hiring a new handyman. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:34:18

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Classic Radio 04-22-26 - Sapphire's Away, and Tallulah's Big Show

4/22/2026
Variety on a Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 75 years ago, Sapphire in Chicago. While Sapphire is away, the Kingfish is determined to be pleasant to his mother-in-law. His efforts led Mama and him to a courtroom! Followed by The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast April 22, 1951, 75 years ago. Tallulah and Joan Davis compare ailments. Dennis King, Martin Blaine and Horace Braham do a scene from "The Devil's Disciple," by George Bernard Shaw. Judy Holiday recalls an early romance. Judy and Joan show Tallulah how to get a date. Herb Shriner does a funny monologue about his hometown. Fred Allen imagines the wedding of Tallulah and Dennis King. Tallulah reads a tribute to America by Walt Whitman. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 22, 1948, 78 years ago, In The Gloaming. 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Duration:02:29:22

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Classic Radio 04-21-26 - Poisoning Eddie Cantor, Trolly Car House, and Jimmy reunited

4/21/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Maxwell House Coffee Time starring George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 21, 1949, 77 years ago, S’ Wonderful?. Are George Burns and Ida Cantor going to poison guest Eddie Cantor? Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 21, 1946, 80 years ago, The Trolley Car House. A streetcar has been moved onto a vacant lot. Mr. Bullard and Gildersleeve are organizing a petition against it. Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 21, 1948, 78 years ago, with guests Lou Clayton and Eddie Jackson. Clayton and Jackson, Durante's old vaudeville partners, make their radio debut. Jimmy makes another of his political tours. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 21, 1950, 76 years ago, A Kiss In The Dark starring Jane Wyman, reprising her role from the 1949 motion picture. A comedy about a concert pianist who buys an apartment building and then falls in love with one of the tenants. . Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Egg Hunting. A car ride in the country. Smell that air! Claudia plans on getting really fresh eggs. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:34:08

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Classic Radio 04-20-26 - Henry Fell, Aces and Eights, and the Lost Heir

4/20/2026
Westerns and Crime on a Monday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 68 years ago, The Henry Fell Story. Henry Fell, a dude from back East, has come to Luke's ranch to paint portraits of the Apaches. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast on April 20, 1958, 68 years ago: Aces and Eights. A story about Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. Why "Aces and Eights" is known as "The Dead Man's Hand." Then, The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast April 20, 1951, 75 years ago, The Case Of The Lost Heir. The daughter of a blind millionaire returns to him after being thought dead for thirteen years. But, is she his daughter? Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast April 20, 1956, 70 years ago, The Living Portrait. A sound portrait of William Zeckendorf, a New York real estate magnate. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 20, 1948, 78 years ago, News of the Neighbors. Claudia's mom likes the country; the annex is almost finished. 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html And more about the Survive-all Fallout Shelters https://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Duration:02:29:25

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Classic Radio 04-19-26 - Iron Fist, Kidnap for Sale, and the Big Speech

4/19/2026
Crime on a Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Big Town starring Edward Pauley, originally broadcast April 19, 1949, 77 years ago, the Case of the Iron Fist. Anton Broder, the editor of a small foreign language weekly in Big Town, is beaten and his paper wrecked by the evil forces from his home country. Followed by Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast April 19, 1944, 82 years ago, Kidnap for Sale. A dead man says, "The same thing will happen to you." Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 19, 1951, 75 years ago, The Big Speech. A young kid has pistol-whipped a doctor and stolen a large quantity of narcotics. Sergeant Friday's mother listens to a speech against the use of narcotics by teenagers from her son, Joseph. Followed by Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast April 19, 1953, 73 years ago, The Case Of The Murderous Good Samaritans. A pair of tow-truck drivers turns out to be murderers instead of just thieves. . Then, Claudia, originally broadcast April 19, 1948, 78 years ago, Peaceful In The Country. David, the commuter. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 19, 1955, 71 years ago, Molly Gets Tired of Doc's and McGee's Insults. Fibber drives Doc Gamble to his house calls. He wants to make peace. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check 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

Duration:02:23:41

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Classic Radio 04-18-26 - Painted Smile, Scarbone Clauson, and the Burmese Goddess

4/18/2026
(This didn't go out as scheduled. Weird. Here it is!) Crime on a Saturday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast April 18, 1952, 74 years ago, The Painted Smile. Harry attends a performance of a Sicilian circus as the guest of one of the clowns. The clown has a very beautiful wife! Followed by The Adventures of Red Ryder starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast April 18, 1942, 84 years ago, Scarbone Clauson. The bank in Devil's Hole has been robbed once again. Scarbone Clauson is the worst outlaw since Billy The Kid! Then, The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring John Stanley, originally broadcast April 18, 1949, 77 years ago, The Case Of The Burmese Goddess. Followed by Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast April 18, 1950, 76 years ago, The Case Of The Fabulous Formula. A scientist in his secret laboratory has discovered the secret of artificial mica and is killed for his trouble. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 18, 1955, 71 years ago, Molly insists the Window Be Washed. The start of the 21st year of, "Fibber McGee and Molly." The windows need washing. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:27:29

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Classic Radio 04-17-26 - Bulletts or Ballots, The Whiskey Drummer, and Prunella's Fella

4/17/2026
ariety on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast April 17, 1939, 87 years ago, Bullets or Ballots starring Edward G Robinson, Mary Astor, and Humphrey Bogart. Robinson starred in the original 1936 film with Humphrey Bogart. Robinson plays a police detective who infiltrates a crime gang. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 17, 1954, 72 years ago, What the Whiskey Drummer Said. Wilbur Hawkins tells Marshal Dillon about a plot against his life. When Dillon pretends to be dead, two different people brag about killing him! Then Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 17, 1960, 66 years ago, Prunella's Fella. Mr. Denton hires Paladin to find a hidden valley loaded with silver ore, but Paladin finds a shotgun bride instead. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 17, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Finds an Old Unopened Letter. A box from the attic contains a 1935 letter from WMAQ, Chicago. It offers Fibber "and his wife" an audition for a radio show! Jim and Marian Jordan are awarded a plaque from Loyola on their 20th anniversary on radio. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:23:34

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Classic Radio 04-16-26 - Baseball Player Murder, Noose Hangs High, and Midnight Phantom

4/16/2026
Crime on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast April 16, 1946, 80 years ago, The Baseball Player Murder. Murder takes place at the baseball game. Clem McCarthy is heard as the announcer broadcasting the game. Followed by Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast April 16, 1951, 75 years ago, The Noose Hangs High. The Binks brothers are two recluses who start seeing the shadow of a noose! It's all a matter of emeralds! Then, Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 16, 1935, 91 years ago, The Midnight Phantom. A burglar has been discovered on Hollywood Boulevard. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast April 16, 1950, 76 years ago, Murder in Mind. A couple trying to kill a woman is only temporarily foiled by a bodyguard. Blackmail and murder follow. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 16, 1948, 78 years ago, Driving to the New House. En route to the new house. 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Duration:02:29:10

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Classic Radio 04-15-26 - The Big Show and Jack vs the IRS, Part 2

4/15/2026
Variety on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast April 15, 1951, 75 years ago. Jack Carson gives Tallulah a singing lesson. Olivia de Havilland and Evelyn Vardin do a scene from "Romeo and Juliet." Martha Raye does a baseball skit. Eddie Cantor appears as "Maxie the Taxi," a Brooklyn cab driver he made famous with a series of skits on television. Baseball player Tommy Hendrick gives Tallulah some of the fine points of the game. Phil Foster remembers life in old Brooklyn. Tallulah reads "Casey At The Bat," as De Wolfe Hopper might have done it. Jack Carson and Martha Raye describe what might have happened to Casey when he got home that night!. Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 15, 1951, 75 years ago, the IRS comes back. After archery in the backyard, the men from the Internal Revenue Service visit Jack for a second time! Guests Ronald Colman and Benita Hume tell the men from the I.R.S. how Jack managed to take them to the Mocambo and spend only $3.90! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 15, 1948, 78 years ago, The Last Night in New York. An evening at the theatre. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:41:22

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Classic Radio 04-14-26 - The Housing Shortage, It Happens Every Spring, and The Russian Diplomat

4/14/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 14, 1948, 78 years ago. After a speech from President Truman, Jimmy proclaims the President the best guest star he’s had all season. Guest Victor Moore returns and he and Jimmy investigate the housing shortage. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 14, 1950, 76 years ago, It Happens Every Spring starring Ray Milland in his original screen role. An adaptation of the 1949 science-fiction baseball comedy about a college professor who becomes a star pitcher for St. Louis, thanks to his magic "hair tonic." Then, Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast April 14, 1949, 77 years ago, The Case of the Russian Diplomat. Sam Shovel appears in, "The Case Of The Russian Diplomat Who Took The 6:00 P.M. Boat Back To Russia," or, "Red Sails In The Sunset." Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast April 14, 1949, 77 years ago, Henry the Shortstop. Henry announces that he's going to be the shortstop on the school baseball team. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 14, 1948, 78 years ago, Mama’s Living Arrangements. Will Mama live on the farm? 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:24:09

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Classic Radio 04-13-26 - Marvelous Barastro, Mr Dizzel, and the Druggist

4/13/2026
Crime on a Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast April 13, 1944, 82 years ago, The Marvelous Barastro starring Orson Welles. Orson doing his usual magnificent job playing two roles in two different Italian dialects! A Russian magician traveling across Europe meets a blind woman who asks for her palm to be read. Followed by Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth, originally broadcast April 13, 1950, 76 years ago, The Disappearance of Mr. Dizzel. A rare book dealer is kidnapped, but Casey "smokes" him out into the open. Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast April 13, 1954, 72 years ago, Charles Avon, Druggist. Charles Avon hires Peter Chambers to help him find the killer of Alan Lewis. Lewis was blackmailing Charles Avon, who happens to be a pharmacist and a dealer in illegal drugs as well! Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast April 13, 1956, 70 years ago, Jacob’s Hands starring Vic Perrin. An adaptation of an Aldous Huxley/Christopher Isherwood story about a farm hand who discovers he has the power to heal. Isherwood narrates the story. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 13, 1948, 78 years ago, An Important Banquet. Mr. Carrington comes to dinner. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:23:23

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Classic Radio 04-12-26 - Classified Secret, Big Compulsion, and Lonely Heart Club

4/12/2026
Drama on a Sunday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Escape, originally broadcast April 12, 1953, 73 years ago, Classified Secret starring Parley Baer. Spies on a cross-country bus...and counterspies along for the ride. Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 12, 1953, 73 years ago, The Big Compulsion. A lunatic has been making false police calls and has caused a serious accident. Then, Big Town starring Edward Pauley, originally broadcast April 12, 1949, 77 years ago, The Case of the Lonely Heart Club Expose. Aunt Agatha Adams disappears after joining a lonely hearts club. Her niece tries to find her aunt with the help of Steve Wilson and Lorelei. Followed by Night Watch with reporter Donn Reed, originally broadcast April 12, 1954, 72 years ago. The first report in the police car is about a case of indecent exposure. The cops travel to another city to arrest the suspect. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 12, 1948, 78 years ago, The Moving Men. The moving men cometh. 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 Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! 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

Duration:02:32:39

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Classic Radio 04-11-26 - Jerry Lewis as a streetcar, The Kids want to leave Gildy, and George related to Robert Burns

4/11/2026
Comedy on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 11, 1952, 74 years ago, with guest Virginia Mayo. Jerry appeals for funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. A take off of “A Streetcar Named Desire”. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 11, 1951, 75 years ago, Kids Want to Leave. Gildersleeve suspects that Marjorie (Mary Lee Robb) and Bronco (Dick Crenna) are living with him just to keep him from being lonely. Then, The Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast April 11, 1946, 79 years ago. George's issue of, "Cowboy Love Tales" has arrived. Gracie Allen wants to join a literary club, telling Mrs.Randolph that George is the great-grandson of poet Robert Burns. Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 11, 1954, 72 years ago, Jack’s New Contract. It's nearing the end of the season and Jack's worrying about getting his contract renewed. This is an original unedited transcription, and Mary’s lines haven’t been dubbed in yet. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 11, 1955, 71 years ago, The Shopping Crush. It's "Bargain Day" down at the Bon Ton department store. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check 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

Duration:02:33:30

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Classic Radio 04-10-26 - Lives of a Bengal Lancer, Greater Love, and So True, Mr Barnum

4/10/2026
Drama and Westerns on a Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast April 10, 1939, 87 years ago, The Lives of a Bengal Lancer starring Errol Flynn, Brian Aherne, and Jackie Cooper.. The adaptation of the 1935 movie that starred Gary Cooper, about Her Majesty's Lancers in Northwest India, battling rebellious tribesmen. A story about the traditions of the regiment and its sense of honor! Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 10, 1954, 72 years ago, Greater Love. Two gunmen are wounded while holding up the stage. Howard Brand is one of the robbers, and he's been fatally wounded. Doc is kidnapped by the other members of the gang. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 10, 1960, 66 years ago, So True, Mr. Barnum. Hey Boy and the Celestial Dragon Society have spent $2000 on a phony Mexican treasure map...or is it a phony? Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 10, 1955, 71 years ago, The Mystery Movie. Fibber and Molly go to the movies to see, "Murder Me Gently, My Love." Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:31:58

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Classic Radio 04-09-26 - Phil and the Easter Bunny, Hobbies, and McGee the Artist

4/9/2026
Comedy on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast April 9, 1950, 76 years ago, The Easter Bunny. Phil sees a six-foot Easter Bunny...two of them in fact! The play "Harvey" has closed two months before this program. Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast April 9, 1950, 76 years ago, Hobbies. Liz and Iris try "jealousy" and golf to try to get their husbands to pay more attention to them. Will it be golf, stamps, or wives? Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 9, 1946, 79 years ago, Salvador McGee, Artist. Salvador McGee, the artist, lets his creativity run amok. Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast April 9, 1953, 73 years ago, How to Face Problems. Jim Anderson is concerned that his family isn't going to be able to face up to their problems. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 9, 1948, 78 years ago, Vacuums and Mailboxes. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:34:50

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Classic Radio 04-08-26 - The Pet Pig, Finding a Roomer, and the Gum Machine

4/8/2026
Comedy on a Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, the Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 8, 1945, 81 years ago, Leroy’s Pet Pig. Gildersleeve is forced to get rid of Leroy's pet pig. Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast April 8, 1947, 79 years ago, Finding a Roomer. The Stevens' rent their spare room to a boarder and get more than they bargained for. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast April 8, 1949, 77 years ago, Gum Machine. Liz is determined to stand up for her rights, which leads to a confrontation with a gum machine. Followed by The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 8, 1951, 75 years ago, The IRS Visits Jack Benny. The Internal Revenue Service visits Jack … because they can't believe he's spent so little money! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 8, 1948, 78 years ago, Browsing the Catalog. 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 Check 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 04-07-26 - The Short Order Crook, Dating Club Disaster, and Dorothy Lamour for President

4/7/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast April 7, 1949, 77 years ago, Another Sam Shovel Mystery. Costello remembers his first girlfriend. Abbott invites Costello to his birthday party. Sam Shovel solves, "The Case Of The Thief Who Stole The Hamburgers From The Lunchroom," or, "He was a short-order crook." Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast April 7, 1944, 82 years ago, Dating Club Disaster. Andy plans to join the "Harlem Get-Acquainted Club," which seems to leads to the end of the marriage of Sapphire and The Kingfish. Then, Jimmy Durante, originally broadcast April 7, 1948, 78 years ago, Guest Dorothy Lamour. Jimmy plans to run guest Dorothy Lamour as the first woman presidential candidate. Followed by The Danny Kaye Show, originally broadcast April 7, 1945, 81 years ago, Diary of a Train Trip to Hollywood. Danny's diary of his return train trip to Hollywood. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 7, 1948, 78 years ago, Dinner with Aunt Louisa. 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.stream Check 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

Duration:02:41:23