Podcasts by Classic Radio Theater

December 27, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma's New Boyfriend from 2021-12-26T23:11:45

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast December 27, 1948, 73 years ago. Irma has given up on Al and has a new boyfriend named Melvin, who's more interested in his job in an air...

December 27, 2021 Hour 2 - The Marriage from 2021-12-26T23:09:31

The Marriage starring Jessica Tandy and Hume Cronyn, originally broadcast December 27, 1953, Ben and Liz remember how they first met. Fantasies of a literary New Year's Eve. Also Captain Midnigh...

December 27, 2021 Hour 3 - The Identical Murder Case from 2021-12-26T23:07:08

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast December 27, 1949, The Identical Murder Case. Tommy Orchid has killed a man who looked like Philo Vance and Tommy Orchid doesn't tolerate m...

December 26, 2021 Hour 1 - The guns of Wrath from 2021-12-26T23:05:05

Frontier Town starring Jeff “Tex” Chandler, originally broadcast December 26, 1952, 69 years ago, The Guns of Wrath. A gang of crooks trapped in a canyon take a hostage and blow up the dam.

Sunday, December 26, 2021 Hour 2 - A Gift of Laughter from 2021-12-26T23:03:07

A Gift of Laughter, originally broadcast December 26, 1974. A tribute produced by American Forces Network Europe on the date of Jack Benny’s Passing. Also Claudia, originally broadcast December ...

Sunday December 26, 2021 Hour 3 - The guitar from 2021-12-26T23:01:01

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 26, 1953, The guitar. Simple-minded Weeb Pendle comes to Dodge riding on a mule. He's promptly picked on by bullies. Also Part 1 of...

Classic Radio Theater for December 25, 2021 Hour 1 - Nick Carter's Christmas Adventure from 2021-12-24T22:52:11

Nick Carter, Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast December 25, 1943, 78 years ago, Nick Carter’s Christmas Adventure. Nick Carter investigates why a rich man has soured on Chr...

Classic Radio Theater for December 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Miss Brooks and the Magic Christmas Tree from 2021-12-24T22:46:10

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast December 25, 1949, The Magic Christmas Tree.. A party at Miss Brooks', with a magic Christmas tree, or was it all a dream? Also The Cinnamon...

Classic Radio Theater for December 25, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whistler's Christmas Bonus from 2021-12-24T22:44:10

The Whistler, originally broadcast December 25, 1944, Christmas Bonus. An ex-convict is fired from his job in a department store after $10,000 is stolen. As long as he's considered guilty, he mig...

Classic Radio Theater for December 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Danny Clover, Nick Norman, and Santa Claus from 2021-12-23T21:13:14

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast December 24, 1949, 72 years ago, Nick Norman and Santa Claus. A Christmas show. Nick Norman is just out of Sing Sing after fifteen ye...

Classic Radio Theater for December 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Margaret O'Brien and Jimmy Duranteclaus from 2021-12-23T21:11:45

Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast December 24, 1947, Christmas Show. Guest Margaret O'Brien makes the rounds with jolly Jimmy Duranteclaus. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast De...

Classic Radio Theater for December 24, 2021 Hour 3 - The Anderson Family Christmas Show from 2021-12-23T21:09:33

Father Knows Best, starring Robert Young, originally broadcast December 24, 1953. Christmas show. . It's Christmas eve and the family has unique ideas to celebrate it. Also Claudia, originally b...

Classic Radio Theater for December 23, 2021 Hour 1 - Next Year is MINE! from 2021-12-22T18:58:18

The Whistler, originally broadcast December 23, 1946, 75 years ago, Next Year is Mine starring Frank Lovejoy. The story of a prisoner’s sullen attitude at Christmas.

Classic Radio Theater for December 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Christmas at the Gildersleeve home from 2021-12-22T18:57:20

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 23, 1945, Christmas Eve. An old-fashioned Christmas at home. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December 23, ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 23, 2021 Hour 3 - The Christmas Payoff from 2021-12-22T18:55:18

Tales of the Texas Rangers starring Joel McRae, originally broadcast December 23, 1951, Christmas Payoff. Dr. Hartley is murdered in his office on Christmas eve. The killer had a bandaged hand. Th...

Classic Radio Theater for December 22, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Slaughtered Santas from 2021-12-21T19:17:46

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast December 22, 1950,71 years ago, The Case of the Slaughtered Santas. Who is killing off the sidewalk Santas...and why?

Classic Radio Theater for December 22, 2021 Hour 2 - Santa and the Pirates from 2021-12-21T19:16:27

The Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast December 22, 1942, Santa and the Pirates. . A Christmas fantasy with guest Akim Tamiroff. George and Gracie fly on the back of Herman The Duck to the...

Classic Radio Theater for December 22, 2021 Hour 3 - The plot to murder Santa Claus from 2021-12-21T19:14:56

Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast December 22, 1953, The Plot to Murder Santa Claus. There's a plot to murder Santa Claus, believe it or not! But why? And by whom? Also P...

Classic Radio Theater for December 21, 2021 Hour 1 - a .22 rifle for Christmas from 2021-12-20T20:59:45

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 21, 1952, 68 years ago, A .22 Rifle for Christmas. A young boy named Stanley Johnstone is missing, and so is the .22 caliber rifle he was...

Classic Radio Theater for December 21, 2021 Hour 2 - The Aldrich Family Christmas from 2021-12-20T20:58:04

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast December 21, 1952, Christmas Eve. It's the day before Christmas and Eleanor Wentworth is giving Henry an expensive wallet. Henry tries to buy a battery-oper...

Classic Radio Theater for December 21, 2021 Hour 3 - No Room at the Inn from 2021-12-20T20:53:18

The Greatest Story Ever Told, originally broadcast December 21, 1947, No Room at the Inn. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Nick Shurn Matter, originally broadcast Dece...

Classic Radio Theater for December 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma's Christmas Party from 2021-12-19T23:17:13

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast December 20, 1948, 73 years ago, Irma’s Christmas Party. Irma wants to throw a party on Christmas Eve, but no one can attend. Irma is lon...

Classic Radio Theater for December 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Harold's Christmas Childrens Party from 2021-12-19T23:15:34

The Harold Peary Show, originally broadcast December 20, 1950, Children’s Christmas Party. A heartwarming Christmas show as Honest Hal trusts an old bank robber with the job of playing Santa Clau...

Classic Radio Theater for December 20, 2021 Hour 3 - A Gunsmoke Christmas Story from 2021-12-19T23:14:04

Gunsmoke, originally broadcast December 20, 1952, Christmas Story. A Christmas story, told by Marshal Dillon to a stranger on a strange horse out on the prairie about Christmas in Dodge City. Al...

Classic Radio Theater for December 19, 2021 Hour 1 - The Shadow and Cold Death from 2021-12-18T23:37:19

The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead, originally broadcast December 19, 1937, 84 years ago, Cold Death. Old man Daniel Carver owns a small town and keeps the press out with gangster...

Classic Radio Theater for December 19, 2021 Hour 2 - Lionel Barrymore in a Christmas Carol from 2021-12-18T23:33:15

The Hallmark Hall of Fame, originally broadcast December 19, 1954, A Christmas Carol starring Lionel Barrymore in a recorded performance. A rebroadcast of "Mr. Barrymore's last performance as Scr...

Classic Radio Theater for December 19, 2021 Hour 3 - Santa Benny from 2021-12-18T23:23:01

Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast December 19, 1948, Jack Benny plays Santa (for a price) for Phil's kids. Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Nick Shurn M...

Classic Radio Theater for December 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack and the gang on the train from 2021-12-17T22:21:20

Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 18, 1938, 83 years ago, Jack and the gang heading back to Hollywood by train.

Classic Radio Theater for December 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Leroy wants a Motor Scooter for Christmas from 2021-12-17T22:18:30

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 18, 1946, Leroy Wants a Motor Scooter. Leroy would like a motorscooter for Christmas, but Gildersleeve has other ideas. ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Candy Matson at San Juan Batista from 2021-12-17T22:16:26

Candy Matson YUkon-2-8209 starring Natalie Masters, originally broadcast December 18, 1950, San Juan Batista. Candy and Lieutenant Mallard visit the old Mission at San Juan Bautista. They find th...

Classic Radio Theater for December 17, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Invisible Insurrectionist from 2021-12-16T23:10:45

Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast December 17, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Invisible Insurrectionist. There are communist saboteurs among the Puer...

Classic Radio Theater for December 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Buying Alice a Christmas present... from 2021-12-16T23:07:36

The Phil Harris Alice Faye show, originally broadcast December 17, 1950, Buying Alice a Christmas Present. What to get Alice for Christmas? Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December...

Classic Radio Theater for December 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Road sabotage in Turkey from 2021-12-16T23:05:50

Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast December 17, 1952, Road sabotage in Turkey. A major road construction project in Turkey is apparently being sabotaged. Also Clau...

Classic Radio Theater for December 16, 2021 Hour 1 - Gildy goes to the Opera from 2021-12-15T20:48:48

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 16, 1945, 76 years ago, Night at the Opera. After the opera, Gildy runs through a little aria.

Classic Radio Theater for December 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber chops down a Christmas tree from 2021-12-15T20:47:12

Fibber Mcgee and Molly, originally broadcast December 16, 1941. Fibber heads out to chop down a Christmas tree. . Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December 16, 1937, Cocklebur Cowboy...

Classic Radio Theater for December 16, 2021 Hour 3 - Matt Dillon and Cherry Red from 2021-12-15T20:44:18

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 16, 1956, Cherry Red. Pretty Cherry O'Dell's husband has been shot while robbing a stage. Red Learned, the man who killed him, comes...

Classic Radio Theater for December 15, 2021 Hour 1 - The Lucille Baker Murder Case from 2021-12-14T21:48:09

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast December 15, 1951, 70 years ago, the Lucille Baker Murder Case. A drunk named Bob reports the death of Lucille Baker. She's been strang...

Classic Radio Theater for December 15, 2021 Hour 2 - The Night Before Christmas - with Goats? from 2021-12-14T21:46:50

Radio City Playhouse, originally broadcast December 15, 1949, The Night Before Christmas. Two reporters are on a search for two goats on Christmas Eve. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadca...

Classic Radio Theater for December 15, 2021 Hour 3 - Jack and Babe go to exchange Shoelaces? from 2021-12-14T21:42:52

Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 15, 1946, Jack exchanging shoelaces? Babe Marks (Mary's sister in real life) appears on the show. Mary does not appear, she was "sick" at the last minute. ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 14, 2021 Hour 1 - Steve Wilson and the Deadline at Dawn from 2021-12-13T22:18:54

Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast December 14, 1948, 73 years ago, Deadline at Dawn. A protection mob is moving into the produce markets of Big Town. Steve Wilson pays a call ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 14, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry and Homer and the Roadside Stand from 2021-12-13T22:15:39

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast December 14, 1952, The Roadside Stand. An outdoor refreshment stand in December doesn't earn enough to buy the boys a car. When Henry meets tired travelers...

Classic Radio Theater for December 14, 2021 Hour 3 - The Case of the Industrial Spy ring from 2021-12-13T22:11:14

Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast December 14, 1942, The Case of the Industrial Spy Ring. The wife of Henry Hughes accuses him of being unfaithful. Has ha...

Classic Radio Theater for December 13, 2021 Hour 1 - It's a Wonderful Life! from 2021-12-12T22:44:04

Stars in the Air, originally broadcast December 13, 1951, 70 years ago, It’s a Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed in their original screen roles. An angel grants a depressed bus...

Classic Radio Theater for December 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Jane quits her job? from 2021-12-12T22:41:41

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast December 13, 1948, Jane quits her job just before Christmas. She gets her old position back with Richard Rinelander III. Irma and Al deci...

Classic Radio Theater for December 13, 2021 Hour 3 - He wants to be the top man... from 2021-12-12T22:38:23

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast December 13, 1951, Top Man. One of the King brothers muscles in on Big Sam's rackets. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The La...

Classic Radio Theater for December 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Dr Christian and the Mother in Law from 2021-12-11T23:13:20

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast December 12, 1937, 84 years ago, The Mother in Law. A story about a wedding and a mother-in-law.

Classic Radio Theater for December 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Dillon and the Cast from 2021-12-11T23:11:29

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 12, 1953, The Cast. Doc tries to save Shell Tucker's wife after she swallows a nail. When he fails to save her, Shell swears revenge...

Classic Radio Theater for December 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday and the Haunted Artist from 2021-12-11T23:09:52

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast December 12, 1948, The Haunted Artist. An artist's latest canvas seems to be haunted. A stone quarry keeps appearing on one side of the canvas. Al...

Classic Radio Theater for December 11, 2021 Hour 1 - The Hide-out from 2021-12-10T22:49:35

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast December 11, 1951, 70 years ago, Hide Out. The story of the unusual friendship of the big-time gangster and the young kid from Philadelphia.

Classic Radio Theater for December 11, 2021 Hour 2 - What happens every 18 hours? from 2021-12-10T22:47:04

Big Town starring Edward G Robinson, originally broadcast December 11, 1940, Every 18 hours. Steve Wilson and The Illustrated Press go on a crusade against hit-and-run drivers. Also The Cinnamon...

Classic Radio Theater for December 11, 2021 Hour 3 - Fibber's friend, the Governor from 2021-12-10T22:44:26

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 11, 1945, My Boyhood Friend, the Governor. Fibber brags that he knows the Governor...and by golly, he does! Also Claudia, originally broadca...

Classic Radio Theater for December 10, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Infiltrating Agent from 2021-12-09T22:09:26

Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlan and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast December 10, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Infiltrating Agent. Spies are using tourists to smuggle microfilm acros...

Classic Radio Theater for December 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Phil and Frankie Watering the Lawn from 2021-12-09T22:08:01

The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast December 10, 1950, Watering the Lawn. Phil and Remley have hangovers after a night at the musician's union. Alice is somewhat annoyed and insis...

Classic Radio Theater for December 10, 2021 Hour 3 - Mary Wesley, Registered Nurse from 2021-12-09T22:04:51

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast December 10, 1946, Mary, Registered Nurse. Mary Wesley, who is a registered nurse, is hired for an emergency case. The patient is in a pr...

Classic Radio Theater for December 9, 2021 Hour 1 - The case of the Poisoning Jezebel from 2021-12-08T21:36:49

Calling All Cars, originally broadcast December 9, 1938, 83 years ago, The Case of the Poisoning Jezebel. Two young girls die of arsenic poisoning, and the mother recently bought a bottle of arsenic!

Classic Radio Theater for December 9, 2021 Hour 2 - The Braggart's Boy from 2021-12-08T21:34:33

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 9, 1956, Braggart’s Boy. Tom Cleveland comes to Dodge from back East, and turns into a gunfighter...or does he? Also The Cinnamon Be...

Classic Radio Theater for December 9, 2021 Hour 3 - The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln from 2021-12-08T21:31:43

Crime Classics, originally broadcast December 9, 1953, The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Cronin Matter, originally broadcast Decemb...

Classic Radio Theater for December 8, 2021 Hour 1 - Speed Trap starring Everett Sloan from 2021-12-07T20:37:44

Suspense, originally broadcast December 8, 1957, 64 years ago, Speed Trap starring Everett Sloan and Willliam Conrad. A story about a break-neck ride down a killer mountain with two cops who are af...

Classic Radio Theater for December 8, 2021 Hour 2 - Rocky Fortune and Murder on the Midway from 2021-12-07T20:34:27

Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast December 8, 1953, Murder On The Midway. A carnival story. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December 8, 1937, Fee Foo, the Ge...

Classic Radio Theater for December 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Alias Nick Beal starring Broderick Crawford from 2021-12-07T20:30:45

The Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast December 8, 1949, Alias Nick Beale starring Broderick Crawford and Ray Milland. . A "devil" of a good story about a politician who makes a deal with...

Classic Radio Theater for December 7, 2021 Hour 1 - A Date which will live in infamy from 2021-12-06T23:43:26

An hour devoted to the broadcasts of December 7, 1941, including a broadcast of HV Kaltenborn News from that date, and an address from the National Commander of the American Legion. Original the...

Classic Radio Theater for December 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry's Lost his Watch! from 2021-12-06T23:39:43

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast December 7, 1952, The Lost Watch. Henry has lost his watch. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December 7, 1937, Professor Whiz. After a meeti...

Classic Radio Theater for December 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Star Studded Murder Case from 2021-12-06T23:36:34

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast December 7, 1948, The Star-Studded Murder Case. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Cronin Matter, originally broad...

Classic Radio Theater for December 6, 2021 Hour 1 - Britt's engaged? That's news to him! from 2021-12-06T23:34:11

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast December 6, 1953, 68 years ago, A Pressing Engagement. Rumor has it that Britt is getting married to the niece of Minnie Flint. Minnie'...

Classic Radio Theater for December 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma's Piano lessons...with no piano! from 2021-12-06T23:31:48

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast December 6, 1948, Irma decides to take piano lessons! Jane sends the piano back just as Irma signs up for piano lessons. Also The Cinna...

Classic Radio Theater for December 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Shhh...the secret word is HAIR from 2021-12-06T23:29:32

You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast December 6, 1950, The Secret Word is Hair. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Cronin Matter, originally broa...

Classic Radio Theater for December 5, 2021 Hour 1 - Dr Christian and the Blind Boy from 2021-12-05T23:51

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholt, originally broadcast December 5, 1937, 83 years ago, The Blind Boy. The story of a blind boy and an attempted suicide.

Classic Radio Theater for December 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Sixgun Justice at Roaring River from 2021-12-05T23:49:10

Frontier Town starring Jeff “Tex” Chandler, originally broadcast December 5, 1952, Six Gun Justice At Roaring River. Judge "Peg Leg" Cooper of Roaring River comes to town, and brings his strange ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 5, 2021 Hour 3 - Look pleasant please, Dan Holiday! from 2021-12-05T23:47:40

Box Thirteen starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast December 5, 1948, Look Pleasant Please. Dan Holiday is asked to have his picture taken with a beautiful girl, and finds himself engaged to an ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 4, 2021 Hour 1 - Hope and Durante in Pasadena from 2021-12-03T21:04:08

The Bob Hope Show, originally broadcast December 4, 1945, 76 years ago with guest Jimmy Durante. This is apparently Bob's first post-war broadcast not originating from an army base. Guest Jimmy D...

Classic Radio Theater for December 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber walks to Dugan's Lake-in the snow! from 2021-12-03T20:54:03

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 4, 1945, Winter Walk to Dugan’s Lake. Fibber is determined to go out for a walk, even though a raging blizzard is covering Wistful Vista with ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 4, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine - And Hope to Die from 2021-12-03T20:49:01

Let George Do It, starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast December 4, 1950, And Hope to Die. . Flora Stewart, the famous scatterbrained accent is being blackmailed...and her pr...

Classic Radio Theater for December 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Simon Templar and the young detective from 2021-12-02T23:02:54

The Adventures of the Saint starring Vincent Price, originally broadcast December 3, 1950, 71 years ago, The Young Detective. The Saint investigates a young detective's sad experience with a horse ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Boston Blackie goes to JAIL! from 2021-12-02T22:59:07

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast December 3, 1946, Blackie Goes to Jail. Blackie is arrested for stealing $100,000 worth of diamonds. He's found guilty after a trial and ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Fibber's annoyed with the bank... from 2021-12-02T22:56:28

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 3, 1946, Fibber’s Bank Account. . Fibber is most annoyed with the bank. Are they taking good care of his $19? Why are they just now asking him ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 2, 2021 Hour 1 - All My Sons starring Edward G Robinson from 2021-12-01T20:07:04

Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast December 2, 1949, 72 years ago, All My Sons starring Edward G Robinson in his original screen role. In this adaptation of the 1948 film, a man's fa...

Classic Radio Theater for December 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Uncle Miltie and a salute to Public Service from 2021-12-01T19:58:32

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast December 2, 1947, A Salute to Public Service. Milton gets a parking ticket. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast December 2, 1937, Samuel the ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 2, 2021 Hour 3 - The Day the Roof Fell In from 2021-12-01T19:55:46

The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast December 2, 1956, The Day The Roof Fell In. A psychological and funny look at the do-it-yourselfer. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 1, 2021 Hour 1 - Reward for finding a bag - or is it? from 2021-12-01T02:01:19

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast December 1, 1947, 74 years ago, Reward. After Irma and Al find a handbag on the street, they try to return it to the owner. This causes ...

Classic Radio Theater for December 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Larkspur to feed the soul from 2021-12-01T01:59:05

Grand Central Station, originally broadcast December 1, 1945, Larkspur to Feed The Soul. "A love story for stagestruck souls who, at one time or another, been intoxicated by the heady perfume of t...

Classic Radio Theater for December 1, 2021 Hour 3 - Dr Kildare and Lady Donabee’s Annual Visit from 2021-12-01T01:57:02

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast December 1, 1950, Lady Donabee’s Annual Visit. Lady Donabee is back for her annual visit for rest at Blair Gen...

Classic Radio Theater for November 30, 2021 Hour 1 - A very bad millionaire tried to go to space, succeeds. from 2021-11-29T21:44:29

X Minus One, originally broadcast November 30, 1955, 66 years ago, The Vital Factor. A ruthless millionaire is determined to be the first man to conquer space...no matter what the cost.

Classic Radio Theater for November 30, 2021 Hour 2 - Sam Aldrich is sick... from 2021-11-29T21:41:16

The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 30, 1952, Henry’s Father is Sick. Henry’s father (House Jameson) is under the weather. But some people think it’s more serio...

Classic Radio Theater for November 30, 2021 Hour 3 - Van Heflin and the lady in the Red Hat from 2021-11-29T21:38:40

Suspense, originally broadcast November 30, 1950, The Lady in the Red Hat starring Van Heflin. "The Avenger" has killed five women, all of whom were wearing red. Two reporters and a policeman are...

Classic Radio Theater for November 29, 2021 Hour 1 - Dr Christian and the No-Good from 2021-11-28T22:54:18

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast November 29, 1950, 71 years ago, The No-Good. Lem Tolland is a bad boy and everyone knows it, except Dr. Christian who has faith in him.

Classic Radio Theater for November 29, 2021 Hour 2 - Thanksgiving with the Gillis' from 2021-11-28T22:51:59

The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast November 29, 1947, The Rileys spend Thanksgiving with the Gillis'. Also The Cinnamon Bear, originally broadcast November 29, 1937, ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 29, 2021 Hour 3 - Sign of the broken thumb from 2021-11-28T22:49:55

The Lone Ranger starring Brace Beemer, originally broadcast November 29, 1943, Sign of the Broken Thumb. Black Pete and his Chinese coolies help "The Raven" break out of jail. The Lone Ranger trie...

Classic Radio Theater for November 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Kick the Indian Scout, you get trouble from 2021-11-27T20:10:02

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 28, 1953, 68 years ago, Kick Me. An Indian scout named Tobile vows to kill the two white men who played a cruel practical joke on him...

Classic Radio Theater for November 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack takes Dennis Day to a psychiatrist from 2021-11-27T20:05:02

The Jack Benny Program, originally broadcast November 28, 1954, Jack takes Dennis to a psychiatrist. Also Captain Midnight, originally broadcast November 28, 1939, The Crash. Chuck makes a spec...

Classic Radio Theater for November 28, 2021 Hour 3 - The Shadow and the circle of death from 2021-11-27T20:00:02

The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead, originally broadcast November 28, 1937, The Circle of Death. A bomber is setting off a series of explosions, each time leaving a note that say...

Classic Radio Theater for November 27, 2021 Hour 1 - The clever Mr Farley from 2021-11-26T22:20:25

The Whistler, originally broadcast November 27, 1949, 72 years ago, Clever Mr Farley. A counterfeiter on a cross-country train meets a mysterious lady with a hot bracelet and two tough guys follow...

Classic Radio Theater for November 27, 2021 Hour 2 - Birdie takes a vacation. from 2021-11-26T22:19:07

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 27, 1946, Birdy Takes a Vacation. Birdie takes a vacation, and the Gildersleeve family meals aren't quite the same. Als...

Classic Radio Theater for November 27, 2021 Hour 3 - Fibber chops down the old oak tree from 2021-11-26T22:17:11

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 27, 1945, Chops Down the Old Oak Tree. It's time to chop down the old oak tree. Also Claudia, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, Thanksg...

Classic Radio Theater for November 26, 2021 Hour 1 - Thanksgiving at Mary Livingston's house from 2021-11-25T18:40:33

Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 26, 1944, 77 years ago, Thanksgiving at Mary’s House. There's going to be a Thanksgiving Party at Mary's house.

Classic Radio Theater for November 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Raffle Tickets for Jimmy's Turkey? from 2021-11-25T18:39:32

The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast November 26, 1947, with guest Victor Moore. Treacher has been selling raffle tickets on Durante's turkey. Jimmy and Victor Moore in the frozen North cat...

Classic Radio Theater for November 26, 2021 Hour 3 - Blackie and the Lenny Powell Murder from 2021-11-25T18:38:33

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast November 26, 1946, The Lenny Powell Murder. Lenny Powell hires a pilot to fly him to Branchville for $5000! The pilot's wife is unfaithfu...

Classic Radio Theater Thanksgiving Special - The Thanksgiving Salami from 2021-11-24T21:49:21

The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast November 19, 1948,73 years ago. Peg relates the story of her first Thanksgiving with Riley ... and the Thanksgiving...salami? Also C...

Classic Radio Theater for November 25, 2021 Hour 1 - George and Liz go on a Quiz show from 2021-11-24T21:47:53

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast November 25, 1949, 72 years ago, Quiz Show. Liz arranges for her and George to appear on a quiz show...without G...

Classic Radio Theater for November 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Bert Reese - Tail to the Wind from 2021-11-24T21:45

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 25, 1956, Tail to the Wind. Bert Reese and his son Spike, the town bullies, are picking on Hezzie Nuller, a meek man who refuses to ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 25, 2021 Hour 3 - The Man who Stole the Bible from 2021-11-24T21:40:50

Suspense, originally broadcast November 25, 1956, The Man who Stole the Bible starring John Lund. It's Mardi Gras time in New Orleans, and a salesman has a date with the devil! Also Part 5 of a 5...

Classic Radio Theater for November 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Nero Wolfe and The Case of the Beautiful Archer from 2021-11-23T22:59:58

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast November 24, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Beautiful Archer. A statue of Apollo and Ariadne leads Nero Wol...

Classic Radio Theater for November 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Joe Friday and the big present from 2021-11-23T22:56:58

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 24, 1953, The Big Present. The "Milk-Bottle Bandit" has pulled nineteen consecutive jobs. Is it a kid? Also Fibber McGee and Molly, orig...

Classic Radio Theater for November 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Rocky Fortune and the Murder on the Isle from 2021-11-23T22:52:04

Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast November 24, 1953, Murder on the Isle. Rocky is hired to guard the life of a drunken, hated drama critic. He fails. Also Part 4 of a 5 p...

Classic Radio Theater for November 23, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack Benny buys a turkey from 2021-11-22T22:49:44

Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 23, 1947, 74 years ago. Who will play the lead in the movie, "The Life Of Jack Benny?" Jack goes to buy a turkey for Thanksgiving. A funny show. The kids ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 23, 2021 Hour 2 - The Aldrich Family Turkey from 2021-11-22T22:47:24

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast November 23, 1952, The Thanksgiving Turkey. It's Thanksgiving time and there's only one turkey left. Both the Aldrich and Brown families want it. Also The...

Classic Radio Theater for November 23, 2021 Hour 3 - Happy Thanksgiving from the Andersons from 2021-11-22T22:44:50

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 23, 1950, Happy Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving without the kids is not much of a celebration. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Tru...

Classic Radio Theater for November 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Dr Christian, the Tomboy, and the prelude to Thanksgiving. from 2021-11-21T22:36:47

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholt, originally broadcast November 22, 1939, 82 years ago, Prelude to Thanksgiving. A young girl wants Dr Christian to talk to her mother about not being so “quaint”...

Classic Radio Theater for November 21, 2021 Hour 2 - Honest Harold and the Thanksgiving Play from 2021-11-21T22:33:45

The Harold Peary Show (Honest Harold), originally broadcast November 22, 1950, The Thanksgiving Play. Honest Harold is directing and starring in, "The Story Of Miles Standish, A Story Of Thanksgi...

Classic Radio Theater for November 21, 2021 Hour 3 - The FBI and an insurance racket from 2021-11-21T22:31:14

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast November 22, 1951, No Insurance. The FBI takes on a dishonest doctor and an accident insurance racket. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny D...

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Chain of Command from 2021-11-20T23:00:52

X Minus One, originally broadcast November 21, 1956, 65 years ago, Chain of Command. A story about intelligent mice living in a top-secret laboratory.

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Aww...Jack is sick in bed... from 2021-11-20T22:58

The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast November 21, 1954, Jack is Sick in Bed. Jack is sick in bed with a cold, he had been caught outside Don Wilson's house in the rain. Also Fibber McGee an...

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 3 - Tonight the Mayhem’s Going to be Different from 2021-11-20T22:56:08

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast November 21, 1952, Tonight the Mayhem’s Going to be Different. An old friend of Brooksie asks for help. However, Broo...

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Is there a prowler around the Anderson house? from 2021-11-20T00:29:31

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 20, 1952, 69 years ago, The Phantom Prowler. Kathy hears a noise in the house. Is it a prowler?

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber McGee the Architect? from 2021-11-20T00:28:36

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 20, 1945, McGee the Architect. Fibber gives some expert advice to the workmen building a house across the street. Also Fibber McGee and Molly...

Classic Radio Theater for November 20, 2021 Hour 3 - Boomerang starring Martin Gabel from 2021-11-20T00:09:53

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast November 20, 1945, Boomerang starring Martin Gabel. A man, hospitalized for an extended period, suspects his wife and his business partner are having ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 19, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Pseudo Spuds from 2021-11-18T21:00:22

Counterspy staring Don Mclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 19, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Pseudo Spuds. To avenge the murder of her husband by a mobster, a woman wo...

Classic Radio Theater for November 19, 2021 Hour 2 - Phil and Frankie and Charmaine from 2021-11-18T20:57:18

Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast November 19, 1950, Alice and Kids go to Palm Springs without Phil. Phil's spending the weekend without Alice and the girls, which somehow prompts ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 19, 2021 Hour 3 - Blackie, Bill and Harry and the $50,000 necklace from 2021-11-18T20:50:20

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast November 19, 1946, Bill and Harry and the $50,000 necklace. Mr. Otis hires Bill and Harry Reese to steal his wife's $50,000 necklace. A...

Classic Radio Theater for November 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Red Sails in the Sunset? from 2021-11-17T19:35:38

Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast November 18, 1948,73 years ago. 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...

Classic Radio Theater for November 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Miltie salutes the Opera? from 2021-11-17T19:33:25

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast November 18, 1947, A Salute to the Opera. Miltie buys a new suit and gets a real bargain...a Hungarian goat herder's costume! Also Claudia, originally ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 18, 2021 Hour 3 - The Sounds of a Nation from 2021-11-17T19:26:28

The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast November 18, 1956, Sounds of a Nation. Our national history, told in sound. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Broderick Ma...

Classic Radio Theater for November 17, 2021 Hour 1 - Nero Wolfe and the Case of the Careless Cleaner from 2021-11-17T00:31:15

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast November 17, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Careless Cleaner. A famous artist is framed for murder...was it h...

Classic Radio Theater for November 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Gracie Buys a live Turkey from 2021-11-17T00:27:29

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast November 17, 1942, Tootsie Sagwell buys a new hat, Gracie buys a live turkey. Also Claudia, originally broadcast November 17 1947, A Small Death.

Classic Radio Theater for November 17, 2021 Hour 3 - A Little Jazz Goes a Long Way to Murder from 2021-11-17T00:19:30

Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast November 17, 1953, A Little Jazz Goes a Long Way to Murder. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Broderick Matter...

Classic Radio Theater for November 16, 2021 Hour 1 - The Outer Limit from 2021-11-15T22:19:48

X Minus One, originally broadcast November 16, 1955, 66 years ago, The Outer Limit. An end-of-the-world story set in the future of 1965. A test-pilot is warned by aliens that the next atomic weap...

Classic Radio Theater for November 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry joins the debating team from 2021-11-15T22:17:24

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast November 16, 1952, The Debating Team. Henry joins the debating team to impress Ellen. Also Captain Midnight, originally broadcast November 16, 1939, The Ch...

Classic Radio Theater for November 16, 2021 Hour 3 - Lum gets accidentally engaged from 2021-11-15T22:13:43

Lum n Abner, originally broadcast November 16, 1949, Lum gets caught between Andy Devine and Zasu Pitts...and engaged! Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Broderick Matter,...

Classic Radio Theater for November 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Joe Friday and the Big Bungalow from 2021-11-14T22:12:15

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 15, 1951, 70 years ago, The Big Bungalow. A stool pigeon tips Sgt. Friday that Jeff Allen is pulling a series of second-story jobs.

Classic Radio Theater for November 15, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma buys a live turkey? from 2021-11-14T22:09

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast November 15, 1948, Thanksgiving is approaching. Jane plans a dinner for four, Irma buys a live turkey named George. Also Captain Midnight...

Classic Radio Theater for November 15, 2021 Hour 3 - Britt Ponset and Escape from Smoke Falls from 2021-11-14T22:06:20

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast November 15, 1953, Escape from Smoke Falls. A killer escapes from jail at Smoke Falls and shoots the sheriff. Two rivals both try to re...

Classic Radio Theater for November 14, 2021 Hour 1 - What's in that magic tonic? from 2021-11-13T21:16:06

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 14, 1953, 68 years ago, Professor Lute Bone. The Professor is selling wormseed tonic that cures just about everything, possibly bec...

Classic Radio Theater for November 14, 2021 Hour 2 - Chad Remington and The Case of the Chavez Family from 2021-11-13T21:14:51

Frontier Town starring Jeff “Tex” Chandler, originally broadcast November 14, 1952, The Case of the Chavez Family. Senor Nagle comes to Dos Rios claiming all the land in the Valley, and he has th...

Classic Radio Theater for November 14, 2021 Hour 3 - Dr Christian, Steve and Charlotte Dixon from 2021-11-13T21:12:35

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholt, originally broadcast November 14, 1937, The Story of Steve and Charlotte Dixon. Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Broderick Matter, ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 13, 2021 Hour 1 - The Donald Jordan Murder Case from 2021-11-12T20:06:15

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast November 13, 1953, 68 years ago, The Donald Jordan Murder Case. Frank Taylor returns home after being badly beaten. Taylor's partner, ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 13, 2021 Hour 2 - To the moon, Alice! from 2021-11-12T20:01:46

Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast November 13, 1953, A Trip to the Moon. Alice is trying to find a finishing school for little Alice.

Classic Radio Theater for November 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Charlie in Hell? from 2021-11-12T19:58:57

The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast November 13, 1955, Charlie Dreams That He Visits Hell.

Classic Radio Theater for November 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Earth Abides, part 2 from 2021-11-11T21:53:20

Escape, originally broadcast November 12, 1950, 71 years ago, Earth Abides Part 2 starring John Dehner. A magnificent story about the end of "The Age Of Man," and the beginning of "The Age Of The ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Steve Mitchell in Turkey from 2021-11-11T21:53:09

Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, as originally broadcast November 12, 1946, Turkey. Steve Mitchell is being sent to Istanbul to track a foreign agent who has classified information. Al...

Classic Radio Theater for November 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Only One Way Out For Ralph Benton from 2021-11-11T21:23:41

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast November 12, 1946, Only One Way Out For Me. Ralph Benton owes $30,000 and Charlie demands immediate payment. Ralph says, "There's only o...

Classic Radio Theater for November 11, 2021 Hour 1 - America six thousand years later from 2021-11-10T20:59:28

CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast November 11, 1956, 65 years ago, Report on the We-Uns. . A portrait of our culture, as it might appear to those six thousand years in the future.

Classic Radio Theater for November 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildy tries to get Marjorie interested in domestic life from 2021-11-10T20:56:51

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 11, 1945, Domestic Arts. Gildersleeve tries to get Marjorie interested in housekeeping, but Birdie gets the wrong idea!...

Classic Radio Theater for November 11, 2021 Hour 3 - A Salute to Politics? from 2021-11-10T20:52:13

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast November 11, 1947, A salute to Washington, D.C. and politics. Miltie runs for Alderman. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Lo...

Classic Radio Theater for November 10, 2021 Hour 1 - Are George and Gracie expecting a baby??? from 2021-11-09T23:29:24

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast November 10, 1942, 79 years ago, Expecting a Baby? The program originates from the Camp Elliot (New York) Marine Base. The Beverly Hills Uplift S...

Classic Radio Theater for November 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Amos and Andy and Jack and Rochester from 2021-11-09T23:16:59

Amos n Andy, originally broadcast November 10, 1944 with guest stars Jack Benny and Rochester. The Kingfish and Andy start an employment office. Their first customer is Rochester, looking for a ne...

Classic Radio Theater for November 10, 2021 Hour 3 - Ray Bradbury's Dwellers in Space from 2021-11-09T23:10:21

X Minus One, originally broadcast November 10, 1955, Ray Bradbury’s Dwellers in Silence. Twenty years after mankind abandoned the Earth, a spaceship from Mars lands. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours...

Classic Radio Theater for November 9, 2021 Hour 1 - The Singular Adventure of the Dying School from 2021-11-08T20:22:19

The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Nigel Bruce and Tom Conway, originally broadcast November 9, 1946, 75 years ago, The Singular Adventure of the Dying School. Five boys have been myst...

Classic Radio Theater for November 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry has an overdue library book! from 2021-11-08T20:16:55

The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis as Henry, originally broadcast November 9, 1952, Overdue Library Books. Henry wants a new suit. Homer has a checked suit that he never wears. Mrs. Aldrich a...

Classic Radio Theater for November 9, 2021 Hour 3 - The 45 Automatic from 2021-11-08T20:10:16

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast November 9, 1955, The Forty-Five Automatic. A racketeer has sold stolen military guns to teenagers. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dolla...

Classic Radio Theater for November 8, 2021 Hour 1 - The Capture of Stacy Gault from 2021-11-07T23:25:56

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast November 8, 1953, 68 years ago. The Capture of Stacy Gault. Bank robber Stacy Galt is coming to Elk Point, and Britt Ponset is the only...

Classic Radio Theater for November 8, 2021 Hour 2 - The Lone Ranger and Squint-eye from 2021-11-07T22:59:14

The Lone Ranger, originally broadcast November 8, 1954, Squint Eye. An innocent man is found on the railroad tracks, nearly dead. He's been framed by Mark James, a squinty-eyed badman. Also Susp...

Classic Radio Theater for November 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Teacup Murder from 2021-11-07T22:56:29

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast November 8, 1949, The Tea Cup Murder. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Lorcoe Diamond Matter, originally broadca...

Classic Radio Theater for November 7, 2021 Hour 1 - Trouble on the Seminole Strip from 2021-11-06T21:15:33

Frontier Town starring Jeff “Tex” Chandler, originally broadcast November 7, 1952, 69 years ago, Trouble on the Seminole Strip. King Carson and a dishonest senator plan to keep the Seminole Strip ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Connie Brooks, the Switchboard Operator from 2021-11-06T21:10:58

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast November 7, 1954, The Switchboard Operator. There's been a new switchboard installed at Madison High, and Miss Enright is the switchboard op...

Classic Radio Theater for November 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday and the Triple Cross from 2021-11-06T21:04:28

Box Thirteen starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast November 7, 1948, Triple Cross. Dan Holiday wins $126,000 at a crooked roulette wheel and promptly loses it to a beautiful blonde. Also Part...

Classic Radio Theater for November 6, 2021 Hour 1 - Boris Karloff in the Wailing Wall from 2021-11-05T20:30:44

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast November 6, 1945, 76 years ago, The Wailing Wall starring Boris Karloff. A man strangles his wife and is haunted by her moans...for forty years!

Classic Radio Theater for November 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber makes Fudge... from 2021-11-05T20:27:55

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 6, 1945, McGee Makes Fudge. Fibber puts on his apron and cooks up a batch of homemade fudge. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast November ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Paladin shot in Nebraska from 2021-11-05T20:24:47

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner as Paladin, originally broadcast November 6, 1960, The odds Nebraska. Out in Nebraska, Paladin meets young Jim Buford, who's tired of farm life and is loo...

Classic Radio Theater for November 5, 2021 Hour 1 - The beginning of the Age of the Rat from 2021-11-04T21:41:46

Escape, originally broadcast November 5, 1950, 71 years ago, Earth Abides Part 1 starring John Dehner. A magnificent story about the end of "The Age Of Man," and the beginning of, "The Age Of The ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Phil and Alice get out the vote from 2021-11-04T21:38:36

Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast November 5, 1950, Getting Out the Vote. Alice is campaigning for a mayoral candidate who plans to shut down all the pool rooms in town. Phil views...

Classic Radio Theater for November 5, 2021 Hour 3 - Steve Mitchell on a Dangerous Assignment in Havana from 2021-11-04T21:28:18

Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast November 5, 1952, Havana. Also the Soap Opera Dr Paul, originally broadcast November 5, 1945.

Classic Radio Theater for November 4, 2021 Hour 1 - Gracie WON'T take a role in a major picture! from 2021-11-03T21:05:15

The “new” George Burns and Gracie Allen show, originally broadcast November 4, 1941, 80 years ago, Playing Mrs North. MGM wants Gracie to appear in the new movie to be made about "Mr. and Mrs. Nor...

Classic Radio Theater for November 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Milton Berle salutes Football from 2021-11-03T21:00:08

Milton Berle, originally broadcast November 4, 1947, A Salute to Football. Milton goes to see the "Fighting Irish." Also The Grantland Rice Story, originally broadcast November 4, 1955, Baseball...

Classic Radio Theater for November 4, 2021 Hour 3 - The Joe Miller Joke Book from 2021-11-03T20:55:01

CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast November 4, 1956, Joe Miller Joke Book. A drama/documentary about the history of jokes, including a fictionalized visit from the venerable Joe Miller himsel...

Classic Radio Theater for November 3, 2021 Hour 1 - The Laura Burton Murder Case from 2021-11-03T18:51:02

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast November 3, 1950, 71 years ago, The Laura Burton Murder Case. The body of Laura Burton is found in a waterfront hotel room, strangled...

Classic Radio Theater for November 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Blondie tries to make Dagwood Jealous? from 2021-11-03T18:49:23

Blondie starring Arthur Lake as Dagwood, originally broadcast November 3, 1949, Stanley Livingston. Blondie tries to make Dagwood jealous by claiming she has a crush on Stanley Livingston. Also Th...

Classic Radio Theater for November 3, 2021 Hour 3 - The case of the Portuguese Crooner from 2021-11-03T18:48:36

Calling All Cars, originally broadcast November 3, 1938, Portuguese Crooner. A Portuguese immigrant has been murdered. The trail of the murderer leads to Newark, New Jersey. A melodic voice leads...

Classic Radio Theater for November 2, 2021 Hour 1 - Joe Friday and The Big Light from 2021-11-01T19:30:19

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 2, 1952, 69 years ago, The Big Light. Henry Wilson, a movie director, has been killed at the studio. A 250 pound lamp had fallen on him.

Classic Radio Theater for November 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry's got a really overdue Library Book! from 2021-11-01T19:27:37

The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 2, 1952, Overdue Library Books. Henry's library book is overdue...to the tune of $5. Beware of Huckleberry Finn! Also Lum n ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 2, 2021 Hour 3 - Paid in Full from 2021-11-01T19:23:45

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast November 2, 1955, Paid in Full. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Valentine Caper, originally broadcast November 2, 1955. ...

Classic Radio Theater for November 1, 2021 Hour 1 - Britt Ponset and ben Schofield from 2021-10-31T21:16:22

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast November 1, 1953, 68 years ago, Ben Scofield. Britt forces the sheriff to go after a robber, even though the wounded crook may be the s...

Classic Radio Theater for November 1, 2021 Hour 2 - DJ Hank wakes up Fiddlin' Jack! from 2021-10-31T21:14:16

Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 1, 1953, DJ Wakes up Jack at 4am. Hank, the all-night disc jockey, wakes Jack up at 4 A.M.! Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast November 1, 1944, Lum wo...

Classic Radio Theater for November 1, 2021 Hour 3 - The Blueprint for Murder-can the FBI solve it? from 2021-10-31T21:05:10

This is your FBI, originally broadcast November 1, 1946, Blueprint for Murder. Walter Douglas is building a bridge with shoddy materials and poor workmanship. When the building inspector refuses to...

Classic Radio Theater for October 31, 2021 Hour 1 - Henry's Halloween prank backfires from 2021-10-30T19:20:02

The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast October 31, 1940, 81 years ago, Halloween Prank Backfires. Henry's and his pal "Toby" plan to ring just one doorbell on Halloween. A dee...

Classic Radio Theater for October 31, 2021 Hour 2 - Dan Holiday wonders, Suicide or Murder? from 2021-10-30T19:10:08

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast October 31, 1948, Suicide or Murder. A woman asks Dan Holiday to look into the death of her son who was killed in a drunken brawl. What really happe...

Classic Radio Theater for October 31, 2021 Hour 3 - I tell ya, there ain’t no Justice from 2021-10-30T19:00:14

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast October 31, 1952, There ain’t no Justice. When the jail burns down in the town of Melody, goofy Abner accuses the chief of police of sett...

Classic Radio Theater for October 30, 2021 Hour 1 - The City That Was from 2021-10-29T21:04:22

Suspense, originally broadcast October 30, 1960, 61 years ago, The City That Was starring House Jameson as the narrator. A murder story set in old Hollywood.

Classic Radio Theater for October 30, 2021 Hour 2 - War of the Worlds - The Invasion from 2021-10-29T21:01:41

Mercury Theater - War of the Worlds, originally broadcast October 30, 1938 - Part 1. The buildup, done in the style of live radio. This first portion of the program terrified Americans. The lead...

Classic Radio Theater for October 30, 2021 Hour 3 - War of the Worlds - The Ending from 2021-10-29T20:58:59

Mercury Theater - War of the Worlds, originally broadcast October 30, 1938 - Part 2 - Orson Welles himself concluded the drama in a mostly monologue, save for a brief exchange with an artillery sol...

Classic Radio Theater for October 29, 2021 Hour 1 - Is Phil Harris sick? from 2021-10-28T20:27:04

The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast October 29, 1950, 71 years ago, A Sick Phil Harris. Is Phil being a hypochondriac or is he really sick?

Classic Radio Theater for October 29, 2021 Hour 2 - Granny's Witchcraft for Blackie. from 2021-10-28T20:24:30

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 29, 1946, Granny’s Witchcraft. At a Halloween costume party, a strange old woman dressed as a witch warns Blackie that, "death i...

Classic Radio Theater for October 29, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whistler - Final Returns from 2021-10-28T20:20:42

The Whistler, originally broadcast October 29, 1945, Final Returns. a ruthlessly ambitious woman makes the final sacrifice. Also Calling All Detectives, originally broadcast October 29, 1948, A R...

Classic Radio Theater for October 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Dirty Bill's girl is out for someine... from 2021-10-27T21:05:27

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 28, 1956, 65 years ago, Dirty Bill’s Girl. Rose, the card dealer in the Long Branch, plans to kill a man. Who and why?

Classic Radio Theater for October 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Liz and the Haloween surprise party from 2021-10-27T21:01:44

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast October 28, 1949, Halloween Surprise Party. Also Claudia, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, The Drivers Test. Claudia takes h...

Classic Radio Theater for October 28, 2021 Hour 3 - Uncle Miltie salutes the Navy... from 2021-10-27T20:59:25

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 28, 1947, A Salute to the Navy. Milton sails to Cuba...8th Class! Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Alvin Summers M...

Classic Radio Theater for October 27, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Insidious Impersonation from 2021-10-26T21:31:22

Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 27, 1950, 71 years ago, The Case of the Insidious Impersonation. Ramon Sierra, a Philippine statesman is arriving...

Classic Radio Theater for October 27, 2021 Hour 2 - Riley and the football game from 2021-10-26T20:48:18

The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast October 27, 1945, Football Game. Also Claudia, originally broadcast October 27, 1948, The Drivers Test.

Classic Radio Theater for October 27, 2021 Hour 3 - The Case of the Ruthless Murderers from 2021-10-26T20:34:29

Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast October 27, 1949, the cast of the Ruthless Murderers. A man just out of prison after five years had sworn to kill Mr....

Classic Radio Theater for October 26, 2021 Hour 1 - Jeff Regan and the Lady who wanted to live! from 2021-10-25T17:06:48

Jeff Regan Investigator starring Frank Graham, originally broadcast October 26, 1949, 72 years ago, The Lady who wanted to live. Amy Goodrich needs protection from Tim Conover, the owner of the Di...

Classic Radio Theater for October 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Charles Boyer on the Paris-Marseilles Highway from 2021-10-25T17:03:45

Presenting Charles Boyer, originally broadcast October 26, 1950, The Paris-Marseilles Highway. Also Captain Midnight, originally broadcast October 26, 1939, Zollinger Lies.

Classic Radio Theater for October 26, 2021 Hour 3 - The Shadow in the Devil's Hour... from 2021-10-25T17:00:45

The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 26, 1941, The Devil’s Hour. The Devil is summoned on Halloween, at midnight! Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar...

Classic Radio Theater for October 25, 2021 Hour 1 - DON'T LOOK DOWN! from 2021-10-25T00:10:59

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholt, originally broadcast October 25, 1950, 71 years ago, Don’t Look Down. . While in New York City, Dr. Christian tries to talk a suicidal young man from jumping of...

Classic Radio Theater for October 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Fred Allen and the 1939 Worlds Fair from 2021-10-25T00:06:29

The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast October 25, 1939, The Worlds Fair. Fred wise-cracks about the new "Pot Of Gold" program and other give-away shows. Ipana News: a minor earthquake has stru...

Classic Radio Theater for October 25, 2021 Hour 3 - Bob and Ray - Believe it or Rot from 2021-10-25T00:02:31

Matinee with Bob and Ray, originally broadcast October 25, 1948, Political Broadcasts. "Believe It Or Rot," The Origin of Your Water Supply, Webbley Webster presents an award. Also Part 9 of a 9...

Classic Radio Theater for October 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Dan Holiday and the Great Torino from 2021-10-23T21:35:57

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast October 24, 1948, 73 years ago, The Great Torino. A story about a murdered magician's assistant, and an impossible trick.

Classic Radio Theater for October 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack, Don, and Dennis head to the Drive-In from 2021-10-23T21:32:03

Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 24, 1954, Jack goes to the Drive In. After not getting an invitation to the Colman's party, Jack, Don and Dennis go to a drive-in movie. Also Captain Midn...

Classic Radio Theater for October 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Lum the Postmaster? from 2021-10-23T21:27:05

Lum n Abner, originally broadcast October 24, 1948, Lum the Postmaster? Lum takes over the Pine Ridge post office and decides to hold a sale! Also Part 8 of a 9 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar st...

Classic Radio Theater for October 23, 2021 Hour 1 - Henry forgets to mail a letter. from 2021-10-22T19:26:04

The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone, originally broadcast October 23, 1941, 80 years ago. Henry's forgotten to mail a letter, which leads to total confusion at the woman's club. Who will delive...

Classic Radio Theater for October 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber's Cousin Ernest Comes for a Visit from 2021-10-22T19:22:38

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast October 23, 1945, Cousin Ernest Comes for a Visit. Fibber plans a dinner at the Elks Club for his visiting Cousin Ernest. Also Have Gun Will Travel st...

Classic Radio Theater for October 23, 2021 Hour 3 - The Hand In The Coconut from 2021-10-22T19:15:51

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast October 23, 1950, The Hand In The Coconut. A hunter and the hunted. Which is which...and who gets the girl? Also Par...

Classic Radio Theater for October 22, 2021 Hour 1 - The Time Machine from 2021-10-21T19:15:11

Escape, originally broadcast October 22, 1950, 71 years ago, The Time Machine starring John Dehner. The classic HG Wells story about two adventurers in the year 100,080 in the land of the Morlocks...

Classic Radio Theater for October 22, 2021 Hour 2 - Phil goes camping with the Brownies? from 2021-10-21T19:12:36

Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast October 22, 1950, The Brownies Camping Trip. Phil finds himself as the chaperone on a camping trip for the Brownies. Also Amos n Andy, originally...

Classic Radio Theater for October 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Someone shot Inspector Faraday! Blackie's not happy! from 2021-10-21T19:07:45

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 22, 1946, Inspector Faraday is shot. Inspector Faraday ignores the threats of the Thayer mob and is machine-gunned on the street...

Classic Radio Theater for October 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Till Death do us part... from 2021-10-20T22:51:11

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 21, 1956, 65 years ago, Till Death Do Us Part. Someone has tried to kill Jezra Cobb, Dodge's notorious skinflint. Who and why?

Classic Radio Theater for October 21, 2021 Hour 2 - Uncle Milty and a salute to Good Health from 2021-10-20T22:47:41

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 21, 1947, A Salute to Good Health. Milton visits the doctor, but is cured of the hiccoughs by his neighbor. Also Claudia, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 21, 2021 Hour 3 - Liz and the Supercricket from 2021-10-20T22:44:57

My Favorite Husband Starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast October 21, 1949, Supercricket. Also The Grantland Rice Story, originally broadcast October 21, 1955, Bobby Jones.

Classic Radio Theater for October 19, 2021 Hour 1 - Hell is Where you Find It. from 2021-10-19T20:27:41

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast October 19, 1941, 80 years ago, Hell is Where you Find It starring Burgess Meredith. A poisonous ring, once owned by the Borgias, is still most effect...

Classic Radio Theater for October 19, 2021 Hour 2 - The Shadow and The Hoodoo Ship from 2021-10-19T20:23:59

The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 19, 1941, The Hoodoo Ship. The crew of a ship filled with slaves murders the Africans aboard "The Raven" in 1850. In "modern" ti...

Classic Radio Theater for October 19, 2021 Hour 3 - Friday and the Big Mannequin from 2021-10-19T20:21:54

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast October 19, 1954, The Big Mannequin. Jason Helmer is reported missing by his wife. His drinking companion, Fredrick Madison knows...but isn't talk...

Classic Radio Theater for October 20, 2021 Hour 1 - The Kurt Bower Murder Case from 2021-10-19T19:54:20

Broadway Is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast October 20, 1951, 70 years ago, The Kurt Bower Murder Case. Dale Hansen suspects his wife will soon be killed, but it's the young and ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 20, 2021 Hour 2 - The Last Stan Freberg Show... from 2021-10-19T19:51:51

Stan Freberg, originally broadcast October 20, 1957, The last show of the series. A reprise of the best skits from the previous fourteen shows.

Classic Radio Theater for October 20, 2021 Hour 3 - Eddie Jenkins and the Arsonist. from 2021-10-19T19:48:07

The Story of Dr. Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast October 20, 1950, Eddie Jenkins and the Arsonist. Eddie Jenkins is a young, hookey-playing boy who is in Blair...

Classic Radio Theater for October 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Death ... comes at Midnight ... from 2021-10-17T20:25:09

The Whistler, originally broadcast October 18, 1942, 79 years ago, Death Comes at Midnight. A man dreams that he's going to be killed in forty-eight hours...and it looks like he's going to be prove...

Classic Radio Theater for October 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma lost her boss' Glasses! from 2021-10-17T20:22:21

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast October 18, 1948, Irma has misplaced her boss's glasses. Mr. Clyde plans to fire Irma if she doesn't find them. Also Captain Midnight, ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Mark Trail and the Wings of the Vampire from 2021-10-17T20:19:03

Mark Trail, originally broadcast October 18, 1950, The Wings of the Vampire. Also Part 4 of a 9 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Phantom Chase Matter, originally broadcast October 18, 195...

Classic Radio Theater for October 17, 2021 Hour 1 - A White Indian brave named Yorky? from 2021-10-16T21:27:51

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 17, 1953, 68 years ago, Yorky. Yorky Kelly tells the Marshal that his father has been kidnapped and his horses stolen. Yorky's step-m...

Classic Radio Theater for October 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Barbara or Constance - who will Henry Choose? from 2021-10-16T21:24:26

The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast October 17, 1939, Barbara and Constance. A poignant story about Henry and two girls, Barbara and Constance. Which one w...

Classic Radio Theater for October 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Fred Allen on Information Please from 2021-10-16T21:19:53

Information Please, originally broadcast October 17, 1941 with guest panelist Fred Allen. Also Part 3 of a 9 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Phantom Chase Matter, originally broadcast Oc...

Classic Radio Theater for October 16, 2021 Hour 1 - Bud Quits School from 2021-10-15T21:49:37

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast October 16, 1952, 69 years ago, Bud Quits School. Bud has quit school so Mr. Anderson gives him a job as handyman.

Classic Radio Theater for October 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildersleeve is considering Early Retirement from 2021-10-15T21:47:20

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast October 16, 1946, Early Retirement. Gildersleeve is starting to consider an annuity for his retirement. Also Bob and Ray, origi...

Classic Radio Theater for October 16, 2021 Hour 3 - Inner Sanctum-Til Death Do Us Part from 2021-10-15T21:43:39

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast October 16, 1945, Till Death Do Us Part. A honeymooning couple witnesses a murder and starts on a night of horror as the killer chases them. Also Par...

Classic Radio Theater for October 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Gregory Hood and the Carnival of Death from 2021-10-14T22:19:29

The Casebook of Gregory Hood starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast October 15, 1949, 72 years ago, Carnival of Death. A hot blonde with a cool million invites Gregory to "drop around."

Classic Radio Theater for October 15, 2021 Hour 2 - Dennis Day and the Dress Shop from 2021-10-14T22:15:50

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast October 15, 1947, The Dress Shop. Mrs. Anderson is determined to buy a dress shop in town. Also Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 15, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whistler and The House on Sycamore Road from 2021-10-14T22:13:19

The Whistler, originally broadcast October 15, 1945, The House on Sycamore Road. $50,000 is found in an old clock, but there's that man with the scar! Also Part 1 of a 9 part Yours Truly Johnn...

Classic Radio Theater for October 14, 2021 Hour 1 - The Weak Sister from 2021-10-13T19:47:21

The Whistler, originally broadcast October 14, 1946, 75 years ago, Weak Sister. Captain Ethan has been poisoned. The sheriff suspects two old-maid sisters of poisoning his peaches.

Classic Radio Theater for October 14, 2021 Hour 2 - Uncle Milty salutes the NY Theater from 2021-10-13T19:45:09

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 14, 1947, Salute to the New York Theater. Milton tries to buy tickets to a show. Also Bob and Ray, originally broadcast October 14, 1959, Chat ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 14, 2021 Hour 3 - Dying from a Gunshot Wound from 2021-10-13T19:41:45

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 14, 1956, Gunshot Wound. Jim Nielson, who has only a short time to live, returns to Dodge to kill the Mahler Brothers. Also Lights O...

Classic Radio Theater for October 13, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Foreign Fires from 2021-10-12T20:01:47

Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlan and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 13, 1950, 71 years ago. The Case of the Foreign Fires. A couple of crooks set fire to a storage warehouse of de...

Classic Radio Theater for October 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Freberg - sponsored by Freberg from 2021-10-12T19:57:30

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast October 13, 1957, Sponsored by....Freberg? A visit to the World Advertising Agency, a crime drama about Sam Spillaine, private eye. Also Bob and Ray, ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Is Roland Young Ignorant? from 2021-10-12T19:43:46

It Pays to be Ignorant, originally broadcast October 13, 1944, with guest star Roland Young. For what famous theatrical producer was the Zeigfeld Theatre named? Also Claudia, originally broadcas...

Classic Radio Theater for October 12, 2021 Hour 1 - The Tropical Frame Up from 2021-10-11T18:56:04

This is your FBI, originally broadcast October 12, 1951, 70 years ago, The Tropical Frame Up. The trail of a gang of truck highjackers lead south of the border to a banana plantation.

Classic Radio Theater for October 12, 2021 Hour 2 - The Shadow and the Dragon Tongue Murders from 2021-10-11T18:52:21

The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 12, 1941, The Dragon Tongue Murders. Jerry Post and his sister Barbara are both broke. However, their mother is very wealthy. "Th...

Classic Radio Theater for October 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Cover Girl Murder Case from 2021-10-11T18:48:04

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast October 12, 1948, The Cover Girl Murder Case. "Sugar Keen," a beautiful photographer's model, has been strangled with a wire. Also Part 5 ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 11, 2021 Hour 1 - Heavens to Betsy - a Flying Saucer? from 2021-10-10T22:43:02

Suspense, originally broadcast October 11, 1955, 66 years ago, Heavens To Betsy starring Truda Marson and Vic Perrin. When a flying saucer lands in his back yard, Henry Doyle is determined that a...

Classic Radio Theater for October 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma and the Masquerade Ball from 2021-10-10T22:38:50

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast October 11, 1948, Irma and her friends attend a charity masquerade ball. Also Vic and Sade, originally broadcast October 11, 1943, The V...

Classic Radio Theater for October 11, 2021 Hour 3 - Riley the Cop? from 2021-10-10T22:36:27

The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast October 11, 1947, Riley the Cop. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Primrose Matter, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 10, 2021 Hour 1 - An uproar over an editorial in the Ivy Paper. from 2021-10-10T00:50:32

The Halls of Ivy starring Ronald and Benita Coleman, originally broadcast October 10, 1951, 70 years ago, Editorial in the Ivy Bulletin. Jared Buckley, an Ivy student, has written an editorial in ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Miss Brooks Bartering with Chief Thundercloud from 2021-10-10T00:46:37

Our Miss Brooks, originally broadcast October 10, 1954, Bartering with Chief Thundercloud. Chief Thundercloud wants to do some bartering at Madison High. Also Blackstone the Magic Detective, ori...

Classic Radio Theater for October 10, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday and the Two Mothers from 2021-10-10T00:40:07

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast October 10, 1948, Double Mothers. Dan Holiday finds himself in possession of a little girl...with two mothers! A man with a gun and his henchman hav...

Classic Radio Theater for October 9, 2021 Hour 1 - The Man who Knew Everything from 2021-10-08T21:43:28

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast October 9, 1951, 70 years ago, The Man Who Knew Everything. A crook forces the secret of reading minds from a swami. Armed with information about ever...

Classic Radio Theater for October 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Baby Alice goes on a date? from 2021-10-08T21:40:03

The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show from October 9, 1953, Alice’s First Date. This episode includes the audience warmup from Phil. The cast does a satire of "Dragnet."

Classic Radio Theater for October 9, 2021 Hour 3 - Betty Anderson and the Crooner from 2021-10-08T21:37:16

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast October 9, 1952, Betty and the Crooner. Betty’s fallen hard for a singer...who turns out not to be what she thinks he is! Also Part 2 ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 8, 2021 Hour 1 - John Garfield is the Golden Boy from 2021-10-07T23:28:52

The Cresta Blanca Hollywood Players, originally broadcast October 8, 1946, 75 years ago, Golden Boy starring John Garfield. The story of a boxer named "Bonaparte"...who also plays the violin!

Classic Radio Theater for October 8, 2021 Hour 2 - Boston Blackie and the Murdered Show Dog Owner from 2021-10-07T23:26:18

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 8, 1946, Murdered Show Dog Owner. A wealthy woman is murdered shortly after her two dogs win "best in show" at the kennel club. ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 8, 2021 Hour 3 - The Shadow and Murder at the Ball Park from 2021-10-07T23:21:39

The Shadow, originally broadcast October 8, 1939, Murder in the Ball Park. At a night game, the pitcher is electrocuted. William Johnstone stars as the Shadow. Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Trul...

Classic Radio Theater for October 7, 2021 Hour 1 - The Hangman and William Palmer, Who Won? from 2021-10-06T19:39:25

Crime Classics, originally broadcast October 7, 1953, 68 years ago, The Hangman and William Palmer, Who Won? Dr. Palmer enjoys horse racing and poisoning.

Classic Radio Theater for October 7, 2021 Hour 2 - A Salute to the Old West from 2021-10-06T19:36:51

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast October 7, 1947, A Salute to the Old West. Milton tries to get in to see Darryl Zanuck. Also Claudia, originally broadcast October 7, 1947, David has b...

Classic Radio Theater for October 7, 2021 Hour 3 - A Teenage Pickup and a Domestic Discussion from 2021-10-06T19:34:03

Night Watch with reporter Donn Reid, originally broadcast October 7, 1954, A Teenage Pickup and a Domestic Discussion. Also Manhunt from 1944, The Story of the Crystal Cue. A millionaire scienti...

Classic Radio Theater for October 6, 2021 Hour 1 - The Case of the Genuine Counterfeit from 2021-10-05T18:38:57

Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlan and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 6, 1949, 72 years ago, The Case of the Genuine Counterfeit. In a "small European country" a gas explosion kills ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Will Babs boyrfiend jump off the pier? from 2021-10-05T18:36:09

Life of Riley, originally broadcast October 6, 1945, Riley refuses to let Babs see Simon. Babs wants to invite her boyfriend Simon to come and visit. Riley objects! Meanwhile, Junior is dating Mari...

Classic Radio Theater for October 6, 2021 Hour 3 - The Old Oaken Bucket from 2021-10-05T18:32:07

It Pays to be Ignorant, originally broadcast October 6, 1944, Guest Deems Taylor. "What is the name of the Indian maiden the song (to be played) is about?" Don't miss, "The Old Oaken Bucket." Also ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 5, 2021 Hour 1 - Is spending in the Anderson house getting out of control? from 2021-10-04T18:46:51

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast October 5, 1950, 71 years ago, Family Spending. Jim thinks the family’s spending is getting out of control.

Classic Radio Theater for October 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry needs a haircut...but three times? from 2021-10-04T18:44:23

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast October 5, 1952, Class Debt Chairman. Can Henry be trusted in the barber shop? Three times? Also Little Orphan Annie from 1936, Light in the Deserted Myster...

Classic Radio Theater for October 5, 2021 Hour 3 -Philo Vance and the Bulletin Murder Case from 2021-10-04T18:40:39

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast October 5, 1948, The Bulletin Murder Case. A lady reporter on "The Bulletin" is assigned to interview Philo Vance, but is murdered! Then, the...

Classic Radio Theater for October 4, 2021 Hour 1 - IRMA is keeping the books??? from 2021-10-03T23:11:53

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast October 4, 1948, 73 years ago, The Restaurant is Losing Money. Professor Kropotkin's restaurant is losing money...Irma is keeping the bo...

Classic Radio Theater for October 4, 2021 Hour 2 - What are cold hands supposed to be a sign of? from 2021-10-03T23:09:46

Battle of the Sexes, originally broadcast October 4, 1938. The first question is, "What are cold hands supposed to be a sign of?" Julia Sanderson (head of the women's team), Frank Crumit (head of ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Look out - it's time for Invasion! from 2021-10-03T23:07:25

Escape, originally broadcast October 4, 1953. John Dehner narrates an Antony Ellis adaptation of Ray Bradbury’s Zero Hour. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Picture Po...

Classic Radio Theater for October 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Love to Mama from 2021-10-02T23:18:38

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast October 3, 1945, 76 years ago, Love to Mama. While an old Italian woman slowly dies, her daughter burns the letters received from her bro...

Classic Radio Theater for October 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack Benny in the Garden of Evil from 2021-10-02T23:15:35

Jack Benny, originally broadcast October 3, 1954, The Garden of Evil. Jack recalls his days in vaudeville and early years in radio! The cast does "The Garden Of Evil," a satire of the Mexican adven...

Classic Radio Theater for October 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Rita Hayworth - 3 times murder from 2021-10-02T23:10:45

Suspense, originally broadcast October 3, 1946, Three Times Murder starring Rita Hayworth. A greedy prosecuting attorney swears to hang the widow of a man who was just electrocuted. Also Part 3 o...

Classic Radio Theater Saturday Matinee - Devilstone from 2021-10-02T19:30:02

Suspense, originally broadcast September 30, 1962, 59 years ago. Devilstone. An Irishman goes to investigate his haunted house, with unexpected results. The last show of the series,

Classic Radio Theater Saturday Matinee - The Tip Off Matter - Goodbye Johnny from 2021-10-02T19:00:03

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast September 30, 1962, 59 Years ago, The Tip-off Matter. A convict in the state prison is about to die. He has a final "thank yo...

Classic Radio Theater Early Show - The Stope of Death Matter from 2021-10-02T12:00:09

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar. originally broadcast October 02, 1960, 61 years ago. The Stope Of Death Matter. A miner has been killed in a gold mine...or was it murder?

Classic Radio Theater for October 2, 2021 Hour 1 - Not if I kill you first from 2021-10-01T22:27:44

The Whistler, originally broadcast October 2, 1944, 77 years ago, Not if I Kill You First. A fool-proof alibi for murder depends on a double, an actor who looks just like the killer!

Classic Radio Theater for October 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Western Adventure from Dodge City and San Francisco from 2021-10-01T22:25:44

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast October 2, 1960, The Big Itch. Chester gets the itch and leads Matt to the answer of the disappearance of George Church. Also Have Gun Will ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 2, 2021 Hour 3 - Is Howard the Shatow of Death? from 2021-10-01T22:20:02

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast October 2, 1945, The Shadow of Death. . Death seems to follow Howard everywhere he goes. Howard dreams...people die. Howard is a homicidal maniac. Ri...

Classic Radio Theater for October 1, 2021 Hour 1 - Man The Most Dangerous Game from 2021-09-30T20:31:50

Escape, originally broadcast October 1, 1947, 74 years ago, The Most Dangerous Game starring Paul Frees. A big game hunt for the biggest game of all...man!

Classic Radio Theater for October 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber is sick. Doc Prescribes placebos from 2021-09-30T20:29:16

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast October 1, 1946, Fibber is Sick. Fibber is feeling sick, so Doc Gamble prescribes "placebos." Also Claudia, originally broadcast October 1, 1947, The ...

Classic Radio Theater for October 1, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and The Undersea Murder from 2021-09-30T20:25:31

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast October 1, 1946, The Undersea Murder. Two deep-sea treasure hunters find their treasure and a double double-cross. Yet a third double-cro...

Classic Radio Theater for September 30, 2021 Hour 1 - Trace Gore and Lafe Tugwell - a gunfight? from 2021-09-29T21:02:32

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast September 30, 1956, 65 years ago, The Brothers. Young Trace Gore comes to Dodge to gun down Lafe Tugwell, who is a fast man on the draw...or i...

Classic Radio Theater for September 30, 2021 Hour 2 - The Last Johnny Dollar - The Tip Off Matter from 2021-09-29T20:59:11

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast September 30, 1962, The Tip Off Matter. A convict in the state prison is about to die. He has a final "thank you" for Johnny f...

Classic Radio Theater for September 30, 2021 Hour 3 - The Last Suspense - Devilstone from 2021-09-29T20:56:24

Suspense, originally broadcast September 30, 1962, Devilstone. An Irishman goes to investigate his haunted house, with unexpected results. The last show of the series, one of the last two shows of...

Classic Radio Theater for September 29, 2021 Hour 1 - 2049 years between Sunsets... from 2021-09-28T20:08:02

Dimension X, originally broadcast September 29, 1951, 70 years ago, Nightfall. A visit to a planet on the edge of our galaxy that circles a group of six suns. There hasn't been a sunset for the la...

Classic Radio Theater for September 29, 2021 Hour 2 - Freburg on fixing a leaky faucet from 2021-09-28T20:04:41

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast September 29, 1957, How to fix a leaky faucet, a Hollywood labor leader, Ssshhh--boom. Also Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 29, 1...

Classic Radio Theater for September 29, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and the Doubtful Dairy Matter from 2021-09-28T20:01:28

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast September 29, 1957, The Doubtful Dairy Matter. A silo burns on the farm of an important dairyman...a guy with pull! Also Suspens...

Classic Radio Theater for September 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Steve Wilson falls inot The Trap from 2021-09-27T19:26:22

Big Town staring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast September 28, 1948, 73 years ago, The Trap. Bart Slade is going to "the chair" tonight. He invites crusading editor Steve Wilson to visit him, ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Is Henry Aldrich a Man or a Mouse? from 2021-09-27T19:06:18

The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast September 28, 1952, He Man or Mouse. Henry feels the need to develop muscles and brawn, and gets into a complicated situation trying t...

Classic Radio Theater for September 28, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Argus Murder Case from 2021-09-27T19:03:13

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast September 28, 1948, The Argus Murder Case. A man's wife is murdered after she visits an off-shore gambling ship. She was a victim of compuls...

Classic Radio Theater for September 27, 2021 Hour 1 - The case of the Visiting Vultures from 2021-09-27T01:19:01

Counterspy starring Don McLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast September 27, 1949, 72 years ago, Visiting Vultures. The trail of big time bootleggers starts with a small tavern in bac...

Classic Radio Theater for September 27, 2021 Hour 2 - The Professor lost his job. Irma to the Rescue from 2021-09-27T01:15:20

My Friend Irma, originally broadcast September 27, 1948, The Professor lost his job. The Professor (Hans Conried) has lost his job at The Gypsy Tea Room. Irma gets the idea of opening a restaurant ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 27, 2021 Hour 3 - Will Fedder, the Coward from 2021-09-27T01:11:52

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast September 27, 1953, The Coward. Everyone knows that Will Fedder is a coward because he won't wear a gun. However, a man can be pushed j...

Classic Radio Theater for September 26, 2021 Hour 1 - The First Shadow-Death House Rescue from 2021-09-25T21:22:58

The Shadow, originally broadcast September 26, 1937, 84 years ago, Death House Rescue starring Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead. Just before an innocent man is to be executed for murder, The Shado...

Classic Radio Theater for September 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Is the Benny Show On the Air? from 2021-09-25T21:19:53

The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast September 26, 1954, Is the Benny Show On the Air? First show of the last season. Jack complains to the chief engineer at CBS when his show isn't being b...

Classic Radio Theater for September 26, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday gets Shanghaied from 2021-09-25T21:16:44

Box Thirteen starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast September 26, 1948, Shanghaied. Dan takes a blackjack on the head and finds himself on the high seas to adventure! Also Part 3 of a 5 part You...

Classic Radio Theater Matinee September 25, 2021 - She got Married to Murder from 2021-09-25T19:30:12

The Whistler, originally broadcast September 25, 1946, 77 years ago, Married to Murder. A woman marries an artist right after he murders his girlfriend for the thrill of living with a killer. She h...

Classic Radio Theater Matinee September 25, 2021 - A Yours Truly Johnny Dollar mystery. from 2021-09-25T19:00:12

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, originally broadcast September 25, 1960, 61 years ago, The fifth anniversary of Bob Bailey in the role of Johnny Dollar begins with a heartbreaking phone call and continu...

Classic Radio Theater Early Edition September 25, 2021 - Gildersleeve and that New Spruce Scent from 2021-09-25T12:00:09

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast September 25, 1946, 75 years ago. Gildersleeve gets out of singing for the P. T. A. so he can go on a date with Leila. He then le...

Classic Radio Theater for September 25, 2021 Hour 1 - Tag, you're it! from 2021-09-24T21:35:40

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast September 25, 1950, 71 years ago, Tag, You’re It. A dead blonde with a note in her purse that says..."tag, you're it." ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Beating the high cost of living from 2021-09-24T21:33:12

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast September 25, 1947, Beating the High Cost of Living. George and Gracie are upset about the high cost of living. George tries to sell Mr. Judson...

Classic Radio Theater for September 25, 2021 Hour 3 - Peter Lorre and Crime and Punishment from 2021-09-24T21:14:35

Mystery In the Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast September 25, 1947, Crime and Punishment. Last show of the Summer Series. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The...

Classic Radio Theater for September 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Mind your Manners from 2021-09-23T19:23:13

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast September 24, 1953, 68 years ago, Mind Your Manners. An important client is coming to dinner with the Andersons, and Jim is trying to ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Jump to the Whip from 2021-09-23T19:20:39

I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast September 24, 1952, Jump to the Whip. Matt Cvetic is ordered to Chicago to bail out a "Fellow Traveler" in trouble with the...

Classic Radio Theater for September 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Abbott Painting. from 2021-09-23T19:18:10

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast September 24, 1946, The Abbott Painting. Blackie promises to steal the valuable Abbott painting in just 5 hours. He plans to exchange it...

Classic Radio Theater for September 23, 2021 Hour 1 - The Woman at Horse Creek from 2021-09-22T20:58:50

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast September 23, 1956, 65 years ago, The Woman at Horse Creek. A new widow named Mrs. Dennis remains all alone out on the prairie...easy prey f...

Classic Radio Theater for September 23, 2021 Hour 2 - A coffin with no body - just rocks! from 2021-09-22T20:55:17

Gunsmoke, originally broadcast September 23, 1956, Box o’Rocks. Packy Roundtree doesn't attend his own funeral out at Boot Hill, even though his coffin is only filled with rocks! Also Lum n Abner...

Classic Radio Theater for September 23, 2021 Hour 3 - Uncle Miltie salutes the automobile industry from 2021-09-22T20:47:58

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast September 23, 1947, A salute to the automobile industry. Milton is planning a motor trip to Canada. Also Bob and Ray, originally broadcast September 2...

Classic Radio Theater for September 22, 2021 Hour 1 - Mr. Keen and the Yellow Talon Murder Case from 2021-09-21T18:55:10

Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast September 22, 1949, 72 years ago, The Yellow Talon Murder Case. Murder stalks a large estate along the Hudson River, ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 22, 2021 Hour 2 - Bang Gunley: U. S. Marshall Fields from 2021-09-21T18:52:31

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast September 22, 1957, College Football Report. A sports interview, A Hollywood agent with canine clients, Bang Gunley: U. S. Marshall Fields (sponsored b...

Classic Radio Theater for September 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and Jackie Kelk? from 2021-09-21T18:49:59

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast September 22, 1957, the Ideal Vacation Matter. An escaped convict sends Johnny on a mission to protect someone who doesn't know t...

Classic Radio Theater for September 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Mirage on the Beach... from 2021-09-20T21:00:21

Lights Out, originally broadcast September 21, 1943, 78 years ago, Mirage. A story about an old man who writes in the sand at night the date people are going to die.

Classic Radio Theater for September 21, 2021 Hour 2 - Henry and Homer and the Barter System from 2021-09-20T20:58

The Aldrich Family, originally broadcast September 21, 1952, The Barter System. Henry and Homer are paid for their summer jobs in corn instead of money. They try to get rid of the twelve bushels o...

Classic Radio Theater for September 21, 2021 Hour 3 - Who has the time? from 2021-09-20T20:55:17

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast September 21, 1950, Who Has The Time? Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Imperfect Alibi Matter, originally ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Britt Ponsett and Jenny Garber from 2021-09-19T19:00:26

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast September 20, 1953, 68 years ago, Jenny. Britt Ponset finds a wounded man in the desert and brings him to Jenny Garber to nurse him ba...

Classic Radio Theater for September 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Humphrey Bogart in the Maltese Falcon from 2021-09-19T18:56:16

Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast September 20, 1943, The Maltese Falcon starring Humphrey Bogart, Sydney Greenstreet, and Peter Lorre. The adaptation of the 1941 movie. The classic hunt f...

Classic Radio Theater for September 20, 2021 Hour 3 - The Diamond Studded Double Cross from 2021-09-19T18:51:57

This is your FBI, originally broadcast September 20, 1946, The Diamond Studded Double Cross. A thoroughly rotten young man kills his step-father, steals the jewels from a stranger with amnesia, and...

Cl;assic Radio Theater for September 19 Hour 1 - Lelia Comes back to Summerfield from 2021-09-19T00:19:19

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast September 19, 1943, 78 years ago, Leila Ransom is coming back to Summerfield, and Gildy thinks he’s heading back into her clutches.

Cl;assic Radio Theater for September 19 Hour 2 - Fibber the Newspaperman??? from 2021-09-19T00:17:01

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 19, 1939, Fibber the Newspaperman. Fibber gets his own gossip column and out-Winchells Winchell! Also X Minus One, originally broadcast Septem...

Cl;assic Radio Theater for September 19 Hour 3 - Murder can Sometimes Be Pleasant from 2021-09-19T00:13:52

Mystery Is My Hobby starring Glen Langdon, originally broadcast September 19, 1947, Murder can Sometimes Be Pleasant. Johnny Murray, a famous tennis player, is found murdered in Florida. Every bon...

Classic Radio Theater for September 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Mr Conklin the Faculty Cheerleader? from 2021-09-17T21:57:40

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast September 18, 1949, 72 years ago, Faculty Cheerleader. Who will be the faculty cheerleader at Madison High? Mr. Conklin (Gale Gordon) is d...

Classic Radio Theater for September 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Broadway and the Brakeman's Daughter from 2021-09-17T21:54:30

The Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown as Broadway, originally broadcast September 18, 1949, The Brakeman’s Daughter. practical joke backfires in several directions. Also Bob and Ray, orig...

Classic Radio Theater for September 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Peter Lorre and the Black Cat from 2021-09-17T21:48:29

Mystery in the Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast September 18, 1947, The Black Cat. The classic tale about the man who kills his wife and hides her body behind a brick wall. A feline ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 17, 2021 Hour 1 - Is Walter eloping with Harriet? from 2021-09-16T20:36:53

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast September 17, 1950, 71 years ago, an elopement with Walter. Mr. Boynton has joined a volunteer fire department, which leads Mr. Conklin to ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Are the Andersons getting a big inheritance? from 2021-09-16T20:33:56

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast September 17, 1953, The Big Inheritance. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast September 17, 1948, Abner tries to buy a bus ticket to...

Classic Radio Theater for September 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Apartment Swindler from 2021-09-16T20:30:25

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast September 17, 1946, The Apartment Swindler. The leader of a gang that is swindling people who are desperate to get an apartment, is foun...

Classic Radio Theater for September 16, 2021 Hour 1 - George needs Clark Gable - or a reasonable facsimile from 2021-09-15T20:09:45

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast September 16, 1940, 81 years ago, George Needs a Guest Star. The sponsor has suggested that George get Clark Gable as a guest star. How about h...

Classic Radio Theater for September 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Uncle Miltie salutes the Radio from 2021-09-15T20:05:46

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast September 16, 1947, A Salute to Radio. Milton takes Junior to a child psychiatrist. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast September 16, 1948, Abner t...

Classic Radio Theater for September 16, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whisperer and a Kidnapping from 2021-09-15T19:54:17

The Whisperer starring Carleton G. Young, originally broadcast September 16, 1951, Patricia Folsom. "The Syndicate" orders the kidnapping of Patricia Folsom. Also Calling All Detectives, originall...

Classic Radio Theater for September 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Sgt Friday and the Big Cab from 2021-09-14T20:14:19

Dragnet, originally broadcast September 15, 1953, 68 years ago, The Big Cab. Raymond Bailey has been beaten by a man with a shotgun, while his grocery store was being robbed by a man who must have ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 15, 2021 Hour 2 - The Castaways and a Nuclear Bomb! from 2021-09-14T20:11:59

X Minus One, originally broadcast September 15, 1955, The Castaways. The natives on a Pacific atoll place an unusual curse on the soldiers who are about the destroy their island with a nuclear bomb...

Classic Radio Theater for September 15, 2021 Hour 3 - Child Labor in Dodge City from 2021-09-14T20:05:39

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast September 15, 1957, Child Labor. Oris Sybert hires two orphans to break his wild horses. Everyone knows that Sybert's up to no good Also You...

Classic Radio Theater for September 14, 2021 Hour 1 - The Crackup from 2021-09-13T21:11:17

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast September 14, 1950, 71 years ago, The Crackup. Three bank robbers are in hiding after a job. One of them has a bad case of the jitters.

Classic Radio Theater for September 14, 2021 Hour 2 - Dr Kildare and the Teenage Alcoholic from 2021-09-13T21:08:14

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast September 14, 1950, Teenage Alcoholic. A pretty teenager named Marion Lewis is brought to Blair Hospital with ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 14, 2021 Hour 3 - A Horse for Kendall from 2021-09-13T21:05:10

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast September 14, 1958, A Horse for Kendall. A race from Deadwood to Cheyenne...the hard way! Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnn...

Classic Radio Theater for September 13, 2021 Hour 1 - Aloha, Mr Benny! from 2021-09-12T21:27:31

Jack Benny, originally broadcast September 13, 1953, 68 years ago, Jack is back from Hawaii. Jack has just returned from three weeks in Hawaii and things aren't going too well.

Classic Radio Theater for September 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma buys a Half Pound Diamond? from 2021-09-12T21:25:10

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast September 13, 1948, where did the savings go? After Jane spends their $200 savings paying off the loan on the piano, Irma takes the same...

Classic Radio Theater for September 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Death for a Draft Dodger... from 2021-09-12T21:22:22

This is Your FBI, originally broadcast September 13, 1946, Death for a Draft Dodger. A phony doctor is "treating" young men to keep them out of the army...with deadly results. Also Part 4 of a ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Vincent Price goes on a Hunting Trip with Lloyd Nolan from 2021-09-12T00:28:47

Suspense, originally broadcast September 12, 1946, 75 years ago, Hunting Trip starring Vincent Price and Lloyd Nolan. A man is sure that his hunting companion and friend is trying to kill him.

Classic Radio Theater for September 12, 2021 Hour 2 - League of Women Voters versus Postal Clerks from 2021-09-12T00:26:06

True or False with host Dr Harry Hagen, originally broadcast September 12, 1938, Male Postal Clerks versus women of "The League Of Women Voters." in this True or False quiz show. Also Fibber McGe...

Classic Radio Theater for September 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Death is a Twin from 2021-09-12T00:22:43

Mystery is My Hobby starring Glenn Langan, originally broadcast September 12, 1947, Death is a Twin. Claire Waterstone has committed suicide by poisoning herself inside a locked room. Also Part...

Classic Radio Theater for September 11, 2021 Hour 1 - So...is Mars really Heaven? from 2021-09-10T22:22:21

The ABC Radio Workshop, originally broadcast September 11, 1953, 68 years ago, Mars is Heaven. An adaptation from the Ray Bradbury story published in The Martian Chronicles about the first spacecr...

Classic Radio Theater for September 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Broadway and The Melancholy Dane from 2021-09-10T22:10:54

Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown as Broadway, originally broadcast September 11, 1949, The Melancholy Dane. An actor crossed by vengeful critic enacts his revenge under most unusual circum...

Classic Radio Theater for September 11, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine and the White Elephant. from 2021-09-10T22:07:59

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast September 11, 1950, The White Elephant. Alice May Edmond tells George Valentine in her letter that he will inherit $100...

7,305 DAYS (9/11 Anniversary Special Presentation) from 2021-09-10T17:22:30

Thank You for Joining us in reflection on the deadly terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001.

Classic Radio Theater for September 10, 2021 Hour 1 - What was his name? from 2021-09-09T20:16:51

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast September 10, 1953, 68 years ago, Remembering Names. Jim and Margaret can’t remember someone’s name and it makes for craziness in the ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Svetic-Violence Preferred from 2021-09-09T20:14:33

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast September 10, 1952, Violence Preferred. When the Party orders all incriminating papers destroyed, Cvetic tries to get them...

Classic Radio Theater for September 9, 2021 Hour 1 - The Whisperer says NOW from 2021-09-09T20:11:57

The Whisperer starring Carleton Young, originally broadcast September 9, 1951, 70 years ago, Now. "The Whisperer" gives "The Syndicate's" instructions. It's only one word, "Now.".

Classic Radio Theater for September 10, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Backstage Murder from 2021-09-09T20:11:38

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast September 10, 1946, The Backstage Murder. Blackie dons tights and grease-paint to perform in, "The Mikado." Murder takes a bow, with mark...

Classic Radio Theater for September 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Ozzie and Harriet get into a fight! from 2021-09-09T20:04:59

The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast September 9, 1945, David had a fight with the Jones boy. Ozzie has a fight with Harriet! Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast September ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 9, 2021 Hour 3 - Uncle Miltie Salutes the Farmer from 2021-09-09T20:01:27

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast September 9, 1947, A Salute to the Farmer. Milton and the chicken. Also The Grantland Rice Story, originally broadcast September 9, 1955, Pitching

Classic Radio Theater for September 8, 2021 Hour 1 - Rustlers try to frame a rancher from 2021-09-08T21:40:44

The Lone Ranger starring Brace Beemer, originally broadcast September 8, 1943, 78 years ago, Rustlers Return. Two outlaws frame a rancher's son-in-law and make it appear that he's a cattle rustler....

Classic Radio Theater for September 8, 2021 Hour 2 - Stan Freberg and the Abominable Snowman from 2021-09-08T21:36:51

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast September 8, 1957, Revisiting the Abominable Snowman. A revisit to the Abominable Snowman, a visit to George Washington, a radio show from the Moon si...

Classic Radio Theater for September 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and the Charmona Matter from 2021-09-08T21:33:38

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast September 8, 1957, The Charmona Matter. A sunken yacht and a missing captain are both heavily insured. The grieving wife isn't...

Classic Radio Theater for September 7, 2021 Hour 1 - A Vacation from Life from 2021-09-08T18:46

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast September 7, 1947, 74 years ago, Vacation from Life. A meek college professor finds an explosive mine on a beach and decides to put it to use.

Classic Radio Theater for September 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Dr Kildare and the Medical Examiner Mix-Up from 2021-09-08T18:43:17

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast September 7, 1950, Medical Examiner Mix Up. A patient is brought into Blair Hospital in a diabetic coma. The ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Kendall and Belle Siddons... from 2021-09-08T18:39:36

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast September 7, 1958, The Last Of Belle Siddons. A robber named Archie McLaughlin has escaped to Cheyenne. Madame Verdi, the lady in th...

Classic Radio Theater for September 6, 2021 Hour 1 - Matt Dillon and the Promise from 2021-09-08T00:06:58

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast September 6, 1954, 67 years ago, The Handcuffs/The Promise. Hank Springer has been shot in the leg, but manages to strangle a deputy sheriff a...

Classic Radio Theater for September 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Chandu, Lum N Abner, and Fibber McGee walk into a studio... from 2021-09-08T00:04:13

Chandu the Magician, originally broadcast September 6, 1948, Chandu Escapes. Chandu gets a clue to Robert Reagent's whereabouts, escapes from Roxor's clutches, but Bob is a prisoner. Also Fibber...

Classic Radio Theater for September 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Red Ryder and the Rodeo at Tarantula Spring from 2021-09-07T23:54:01

The Adventures of Red Ryder, originally broadcast September 6, 1946, Rodeo at Tarantula Springs. The Haciampa Kid plans to win the Tarantula Springs Rodeo Bronco contest...and no doubt about it. A...

Classic Radio Theater for September 5, 2021 Hour 1 - One of the first Airplane Hijackings from 2021-09-07T23:49:55

Suspense, originally broadcast September 5, 1956, 65 years ago, The Security Agent starring Parley Baer and Howard McNear. A dramatized version of one of the first airplane highjackings. The story...

Classic Radio Theater for September 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Leroy buys a ... car? from 2021-09-07T23:44:12

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast September 5, 1951, Leroy Buys a Car. The first show of the season. It's finally time to teach Leroy how to drive. Also Fibbe...

Classic Radio Theater for September 5, 2021 Hour 3 - George has developed an allergy! from 2021-09-07T23:41:13

Burns and Allen, originally broadcast September 5, 1946, George’s Allergies. The first show of the season. Gracie wants George to go fishing at "Pine Lake in the Pines." George develops an allergy,...

Classic Radio Theater for September 4, 2021 Hour 1 - Summer Vacation at Crystal Lake from 2021-09-03T20:15:15

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast September 4, 1955, 66 years ago, Summer Vacation. Mr. Conklin is spending his vacation at Crystal Lake, Miss Brooks is planning a surprise...

Classic Radio Theater for September 4, 2021 Hour 2 - A Drunk, a holdup, and a gambling raid in Culver City from 2021-09-03T20:09:51

Night Watch with Don Reid, originally broadcast September 4, 1954, a Drunk, a Holdup, and a Gambling Raid. A gambling raid is being set up for midnight. The suspect in the holdup of a Western Union...

Classic Radio Theater for September 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Peter Lorre and the Mask of Medusa from 2021-09-03T20:07:23

Mystery in the Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast September 4, 1947, The Mask of Medussa. An excellent horror story about forty seven murderers frozen solid. They still possess activ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Matt Svetic and the Squeeze Play from 2021-09-02T19:05:38

I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast September 3, 1952, 69 years ago, Squeeze Play. The Party takes an interest in the Leo Bremmer trial, but an honest judge ...

Classic Radio Theater for September 3, 2021 Hour 2 - George Valentine and the Blue Plate Special from 2021-09-02T19:03:18

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast September 3, 1951, Blue Plate Special. George is hired by Sam Ferris to recover a piece of antique china...any way he can. Josh Higby has...

Classic Radio Theater for September 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Stolen Book from 2021-09-02T19:01

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast September 3, 1946, The Stolen Rare Book. A rare book has been stolen from a library vault, and the theft was compounded by murder. Who too...

Classic Radio Theater for September 2, 2021 Hour 1 - Death Laughs Last from 2021-09-01T21:07:29

The Sealed Book, originally broadcast September 2, 1945, 76 years ago, Death Laughs Last. A locksmith needs money desperately for his wife's operation. He decides to use his profession for crime.

Classic Radio Theater for September 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Captain Lee Quince and Hattie Pelfrey from 2021-09-01T20:53:08

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast September 2, 1956, The Return of Hattie Pelfrey. Hattie Pelfrey, a most unusual old lady, is feeling poorly, so she visits Fort Laramie to...

Classic Radio Theater for September 2, 2021 Hour 3 - Uncle Miltie's Salute to South America from 2021-09-01T20:42:03

Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast September 2, 1947, A Salute to South America. . "Pancho" Berle, the Mexican bad man. Miltie tries to listen to the Rio Conference on the radio. Also The Gra...

Classic Radio Theater for September 1, 2021 Hour 1 - Grief drives a black sedan from 2021-08-31T22:59:43

The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast September 1, 1957, 64 years ago, Grief Drives a Black Sedan. A motorist has hit something on a dark road, and has kept on driving.

Classic Radio Theater for September 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Philip Marlowe and the Soft Spot from 2021-08-31T22:56:35

Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast September 1, 1950, Soft Spot. An old man dead in a flop house, a sot who carves wood, a fallen lady with an eye for gold lo...

Classic Radio Theater for September 1, 2021 Hour 3 - But there's no one on the line... from 2021-08-31T22:54:05

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast September 1, 1946, No One on The Line. A man suspects his wife is cheating on him, so he kills her lover. Also Calling All Detectives, originally bro...

Classic Radio Theater for August 31, 2021 Hour 1 - Hay is for Homicide from 2021-08-30T20:15:32

Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast August 31, 1954, 67 years ago, Hay is for Homicide. While on vacation in Maine, Barrie comes upon a corpse in a...

Classic Radio Theater for August 31, 2021 Hour 2 - Philo Vance and the Coachman Murder Case from 2021-08-30T20:13:23

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast August 31, 1948, The Coachman Murder Case. A famous fly fisherman named Jonathan Zachery is found dead, floating in his pool. Also Lum n A...

Classic Radio Theater for August 31, 2021 Hour 3 - Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner from 2021-08-30T20:10:27

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 31, 1958, Also Part 6 of a 6 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Kranesburg Matter, originally broadcast August 31, 1956. ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 30, 2021 Hour 1 - The FBI and the Return of the Mob. from 2021-08-29T21:28:43

This Is Your FBI, originally broadcast August 30, 1946, 75 years ago, The Return of the Mob. King Brown, an old time gangster is paroled from a life sentence and is given the chance to start over.

Classic Radio Theater for August 30, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin and the Lovebirds from 2021-08-29T21:26:23

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 30, 1959, Love Bird. Holly Bannon, a thoroughly rotten broad, hires Paladin to kill her husband...a nice guy! Also Suspense...

Classic Radio Theater for August 30, 2021 Hour 3 - Matt Dillon and the Shooting Stopover from 2021-08-29T21:24:09

Gunsmoke, originally broadcast August 30, 1959, Shooting Stopover. Taking a prisoner to Wichita, Marshal Dillon and the other stage coach passengers are trapped at a way station by robbers who ar...

Classic Radio Theater for August 29, 2021 Hour 1 - Nazi or Anti-Nazi? from 2021-08-28T22:51:46

The Whistler, originally broadcast August 29, 1942, 79 years ago, The Letter. The story of Hans Minkler, an Austrian anti-Nazi, or is he a Nazi? An espionage drama set in pre-war Europe.

Classic Radio Theater for August 29, 2021 Hour 2 - The end of Gildy's Vacation... from 2021-08-28T22:49:11

The Great Gildersleeve, originally broadcast August 29, 1943, End of Vacation. The first show of the new season. Gildersleeve's on vacation at Grass Lake, trying to heal his broken heart and dodgi...

Classic Radio Theater for August 29, 2021 Hour 3 - Hold Up starring Joseph Kearnes from 2021-08-28T22:46:07

Suspense, originally broadcast August 29, 1956, Hold Up starring Joseph Kearnes. A quick-on-the-trigger grocer has killed three hold-up men, and is determined never to be robbed. Also Part 4 of a...

Classic Radio Theater for August 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Deadman's Deal from 2021-08-27T20:20:38

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast August 28, 1945, 76 years ago, Deadman’s Deal. A poker game with murder as the stakes.

Classic Radio Theater for August 28, 2021 Hour 2 - A Drunken Holiday Evening from 2021-08-27T20:18:21

Night Watch with reporter Donn Reid, originally broadcast August 28, 1954, a Drunken Holiday Evening. The first call: two women are fighting in a bar. They might be mother and daughter. An elderly ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 28, 2021 Hour 3- Does George Valentine draw the High Card? from 2021-08-27T20:14:52

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast August 28, 1950, High Card. A lawyer's wife needs Valentine's help for her husband. Who murdered Dorothy Fullman? High ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 27, 2021 Hour 1 - Sometime Every Summertime starring Dorothy McGuire from 2021-08-26T21:05:55

The General Electric Theater, originally broadcast August 27, 1953, 68 years ago, Sometime Every Summertime starring Dorothy McGuire. The story of a vacation romance and the separate ways in which...

Classic Radio Theater for August 27, 2021 Hour 2 - The Whistler will trade you murder... from 2021-08-26T20:57

The Whistler, originally broadcast August 27, 1945, I’ll Trade You Murder. A meek book salesman is mistaken for a crook marked for death by his accomplices. To save his own life, the salesman agree...

Classic Radio Theater for August 27, 2021 Hour 3- Did Blackie take the Rockwell Diamond? from 2021-08-26T20:51:59

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast August 27, 1946, The Rockwell Diamond. Blackie is arrested in Chicago. He's accused of taking $10,000 from a woman's grandfather. The wo...

Classic Radio Theater for August 26, 2021 Hour 1 - Van Heflin in Song of the Heart from 2021-08-25T20:04:32

Suspense, originally broadcast August 26, 1948, 73 years ago, Song of the Heart starring Van Heflin. Boy meets girl and plans the murder of "Tante Alice."

Classic Radio Theater for August 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Uncle Miltie salutes the Railroads from 2021-08-25T20:01:54

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast August 26, 1947, A Salute to the Railroads. Milton goes down to the railroad station to meet his Uncle Julius. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 26, 2021 Hour 3- Will Kitty be forced to sell the Long Branch? from 2021-08-25T19:57:50

Gunsmoke, originally broadcast August 26, 1956, No Sale. The last show of the season. Two toughs come to town and demand that Kitty sell them the Long Branch Saloon, and it looks as if they're goi...

Classic Radio Theater for August 25, 2021 Hour 1 - Joe Friday and the Blitz Bandits from 2021-08-24T19:59:07

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast August 25, 1949, 72 years ago, Police Academy. A gang of "blitz bandits" are committing three and four burglaries a night, eighteen liquor stores a...

Classic Radio Theater for August 25, 2021 Hour 2 - The REAL story of the Golden Spike! from 2021-08-24T19:56:50

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast August 25, 1957, The Lone Analyst. A Half-hour of satire including the real story of the Golden Spike. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast August 25...

Classic Radio Theater for August 25, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and the Smokey Sleeper Matter from 2021-08-24T19:54:10

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast August 25, 1957, The Smokey Sleeper Matter. A mattress warehouse owned by a shady operator has burned down. Arson? Also The Cou...

Classic Radio Theater for August 24, 2021 Hour 1 - The Unsolved Murder of Elizabeth Short from 2021-08-23T19:06:50

Somebody Knows, originally broadcast August 24, 1950, 71 years ago, The Unsolved Murder of Elizabeth Short. The last show of a summer replacement for the "Suspense" series. The story of the unsolv...

Classic Radio Theater for August 24, 2021 Hour 2 - What's in the Sub-basement? from 2021-08-23T18:57:38

Lights Out, originally broadcast August 24, 1943, Sub Basement. A great scary story about the basement of a department store infested with dinosaurs. Joseph Kearns and Bea Benaderet do a marvelou...

Classic Radio Theater for August 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Poetic Murder Case from 2021-08-23T18:22:25

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast August 24, 1948, The Poetic Murder Case. Two drama critics are murdered, with a poem knifed to each of their chests. A third critic is then ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 23, 2021 Hour 1 - The Flying Saucers from 2021-08-22T20:52:18

2000 Plus, originally broadcast August 23, 1950, 71 years ago, The Flying Saucers. In the year 2012, a second "Zeus" rocket is about to be launched from White Sands. The saucers have been visiting...

Classic Radio Theater for August 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Skylark starring Ginger Rogers from 2021-08-22T20:50:20

Screen Guild Players, originally broadcast August 23, 1943, Skylark starring Ginger Rogers. A radio adaptation of the 1941 movie.

Classic Radio Theater for August 23, 2021 Hour 3 - The FBI and the Careless Kidnappers from 2021-08-22T20:47:51

This is your FBI, originally broadcast August 23, 1946, The Careless Kidnappers. An amateur trumpeter and his accomplice "Broadway" kidnap a famous trumpeter and his him for $25,000 ransom. Also a...

Classic Radio Theater for August 22, 2021 Hour 1 - The FBI and the Jolly Widow from 2021-08-21T19:47:42

This is your FBI starring Stacy Harris, originally broadcast August 22, 1952, 69 years ago, The Jolly Widow. A wealthy man marries a gold digger. Rather than being divorced, she wants to be a wido...

Classic Radio Theater for August 22, 2021 Hour 2 - The First Letter in Box 13 from 2021-08-21T19:45:30

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast August 22, 1948, The first letter. First show of the series. Dan Holiday's first client is Carla Williams, who has him framed for murder! Also Lum ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Mishel and the Lady in Question from 2021-08-21T19:43:47

Presenting Charles Boyer, originally broadcast August 22, 1950, The Lady in Question. Mishel suddenly acquires a wife, and a jail cell for murder. Also Can you Imagine That, broadcast in 1940, Fri...

Classic Radio Theater for August 21, 2021 Hour 1 - The New System in the Cook Household from 2021-08-21T00:13:04

Too Many Cooks starring Hal March, originally broadcast August 21, 1950, 71 years ago. The New System. A summer replacement show for the Lux Radio Theater, March and Mary Jane Croft star as Douglas...

Classic Radio Theater for August 21, 2021 Hour 2 - Peter Lorre and the Horla from 2021-08-21T00:05:30

Mystery in the Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast August 21, 1947, The Horla, by French author Guy de Maupassant. The famous tale of the Frenchman tortured by an invisible creature. A...

Classic Radio Theater for August 21, 2021 Hour 3 - Broadway and the Broadway Producer from 2021-08-21T00:02:28

The Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown, originally broadcast August 21, 1949, Broadway Producer. Also Blackstone the Magic Detective, originally broadcast August 21, 1949, Death Defying Death.

Classic Radio Theater for August 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Nurse Edith Cavell from 2021-08-20T20:23:48

Encore Theater, originally broadcast August 20, 1946, 75 years ago, Nurse Edith Cavell starring Ida Lupino. A story of the courage of an English nurse and her friends, who lived under German occupa...

Classic Radio Theater for August 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Cvetic and the Red Record from 2021-08-20T20:23:40

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast August 20, 1952, The Red Record. Cvetic travels to Chicago looking for a "black book," possibly hidden inside a radio! Al...

Classic Radio Theater for August 20, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie, Jealous Partners, and Arson from 2021-08-20T20:23:31

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast August 20, 1946, Jealous Partners and Arson. A man burns down his own building, just after allowing the fire insurance to lapse! There's ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 19, 2021 Hour 1 - George Burns and Elsie Tralafas? from 2021-08-18T19:05:18

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast August 19, 1940, 81 years ago, George is late to the show. When he does arrive, he brings Elsie Tralafas, his new partner!

Classic Radio Theater for August 19, 2021 Hour 2 - Martha Scott is in Crisis! from 2021-08-18T19:02:13

Suspense, originally broadcast August 19, 1948, Crisis, starring Martha Scott. A story about a mother's vision of the future. Also Lum N Abner, originally broadcast August 19, 1948.

Classic Radio Theater for August 19, 2021 Hour 3 - Uncle Miltie tries to sleep from 2021-08-18T18:58:36

Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast August 19, 1947, A Salute of Relaxation. Miltie tries to get a good night's sleep. Also Amos n Andy, originally broadcast August 19, 1936, Amos n Andy’s 7...

Classic Radio Theater for August 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Sgt. Friday and Sixteen Jewel Thieves from 2021-08-17T19:43:02

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast August 18, 1949, 72 years ago, Sixteen Jewel Thieves. There have been sixteen jewel burglaries in the last sixteen days, a very active thief! The t...

Classic Radio Theater for August 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Old - er - Elderly Man River from 2021-08-17T19:37:27

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast August 18, 1957, The CBS Censor. Elderly Man River, Face The Funnies, The Rock Island Line. Also the Couple Next Door, originally broadcast August 18, 1...

Classic Radio Theater for August 18, 2021 Hour 3 - The Fourth Man starring Paul Frees from 2021-08-17T19:30:27

Escape, originally broadcast August 18, 1947, The Fourth Man starring Paul Frees. A radio drama about three escaped convicts on a raft, and of their "savage" companion, a cannibal! Also Lum N Ab...

Classic Radio Theater for August 17, 2021 Hour 1 - The Weakest Link from 2021-08-16T19:21:20

The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast August 17, 1955, 66 years ago, The Weakest Link. A gambler gets behind and is drawn into an insurance racket.

Classic Radio Theater for August 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt, Chester, and the Piano from 2021-08-16T19:16:37

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast August 17, 1958, The Piano. While on the trail of two stagecoach robbers, Marshal Dillon and Chester come upon Mrs. Hamford, an elderly southe...

Classic Radio Theater for August 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Kendall and the Wonder Boy from 2021-08-16T19:13:52

Frontier Gentlemen starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 17, 1958, Wonder Boy. A young man with a very fast draw is bound to become a killer. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnn...

Classic Radio Theater for August 16, 2021 Hour 1 - Dean and Jerry want their own Nightclub! from 2021-08-15T20:30:19

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, originally broadcast August 16, 1949, 72 years ago. Dean and Jerry try to get guest Victor Moore to co-sign a note for $4000 so that they can buy a nightclub.

Classic Radio Theater for August 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Joe Friday and the Big Beer from 2021-08-15T20:25:08

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast August 16, 1955, The Big Beer. A night watchmen in a store discovers a dead body. Fourteen beer bottles and some bright red hairs provide the only c...

Classic Radio Theater for August 16, 2021 Hour 3 - Presto-Change-O I’m sure. from 2021-08-15T20:23:22

Quiet Please starring Ernest Chappell, originally broadcast August 16, 1948, Presto-Change-O I’m sure. A young man who has a magic wand that actually works, finds that it's not all "beer and grid...

Classic Radio Theater for August 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Rockey Jordan and the Man in the Nile from 2021-08-14T20:38:46

Rocky Jordan starring George Raft, originally broadcast August 15, 1951, 70 years ago, Man in the Nile. "The price of wisdom is above gold. Sometimes you can know too much, then the price is lead...

Classic Radio Theater for August 15, 2021 Hour 2 - A Friend to Alexander from 2021-08-14T20:36:33

Suspense, originally broadcast August 15, 1956, James Thurber’s A Friend to Alexander, starring John Dehner. The story of a very personal reaction to the Hamilton-Burr duel. Also Lum n Abner, or...

Classic Radio Theater for August 15, 2021 Hour 3 - The Mrs Webb Murder Case from 2021-08-14T20:34:07

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast August 15, 1953, The Mrs Webb Murder Case. Mrs. Joe Webb has nearly been smothered...was it Joe? Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly J...

Classic Radio Theater for August 14, 2021 Hour 1 - VJ Day, 76 Years Ago from 2021-08-13T23:19:04

76th anniversary of the end of World War 2 -- Victory in Japan day (V-J Day) - The news and sounds of the end of World War 2, and Norman Corwin’s Fourteen August, performed by Orson Welles from Aug...

Classic Radio Theater for August 14, 2021 Hour 2 - She Has No Man from 2021-08-13T23:15:14

Nightwatch with Donn Reid, originally broadcast August 14, 1954, The first call is about a woman attempting suicide because "she has no man." . Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast August 14, 19...

Classic Radio Theater for August 14, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine discovers the high price of a penny. from 2021-08-13T23:08:35

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast August 14, 1950, The High Price of a Penny. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story The Crystal Lake C...

Classic Radio Theater for August 13, 2021 Hour 1 - Steve Mitchell and the Alien Smuggling Ring from 2021-08-12T19:20:28

Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast August 13, 1949, 72 years ago, the Alien Smuggling Ring. Steve's friend and fellow agent Allen Prescott is found hanging in a bell ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 13, 2021 Hour 2 - So What IS it that Makes a Murderer? from 2021-08-12T19:15:59

The Whistler, originally broadcast August 13, 1945, What Makes a Murderer. There comes a time when a meek stockbroker gets fed up with his humdrum life and chucks it all for romance and adventure i...

Classic Radio Theater for August 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Kindly Diamond Smugglers from 2021-08-12T19:13:16

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast August 13, 1946, The Diamond Smugglers. Momma and Poppa Adams are in reality diamond smugglers and perhaps poisoners. Also Part 1 of ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Gold Rush Gracie - or is it? from 2021-08-11T19:34:15

George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast August 12, 1940, 81 years ago, Gold Rush Gracie. George remembers his career in vaudeville and how he met Gracie. George and Gracie do a sketch...

Classic Radio Theater for August 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Where will Gildy stay by the lake? from 2021-08-11T19:32:05

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast August 12, 1953, Deciding on a Lake Cabin. Gildersleeve and Leroy are planning a week at a cabin by the lake...but which cabi...

Classic Radio Theater for August 12, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whisperer and Kid Noonan from 2021-08-11T19:29:13

The Whisperer starring Carleton Young, originally broadcast August 12, 1951, Kid Noonan. . "The Syndicate" is determined to obtain control of boxer "Kid Noonan's" contract. Also The Grantland Rice...

Classic Radio Theater for August 11, 2021 Hour 1 - Sgt Friday and teh Maniac Murder from 2021-08-11T00:32:18

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast August 11, 1949, 72 years ago, Maniac Murderer. Tenth episode of the series. A homicidal maniac has killed and mutilated several young women on a c...

Classic Radio Theater for August 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Interviewing Orville the Moon Man... from 2021-08-11T00:28:59

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast August 11, 1957, Orville arrives from the Moon. A flying saucer is captured and a moon man is interviewed. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast Augus...

Classic Radio Theater for August 11, 2021 Hour 3 - So what is an optimist? Anyone? from 2021-08-11T00:18:59

It Pays to be Ignorant, originally broadcast August 11, 1944, What is an Optimist. Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast August 11, 1958, Aunt Effie (Margaret Hamilton) Comes to Help Out.

Classic Radio Theater for August 10, 2021 Hour 1 - The Visiting Corpse from 2021-08-09T19:52:33

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast August 10, 1948, 73 years ago, The Visiting Corpse. A man kills his obnoxious mother-in-law and puts her body in a trunk. However, she's not that eas...

Classic Radio Theater for August 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Dr Kildare and Buffalo Barney McClure from 2021-08-09T19:49:05

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayres and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast August 10, 1950, Buffalo Barney McClure. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast August 10, 1948, still in jail.

Classic Radio Theater for August 10, 2021 Hour 3 - JB Kendall and the Cat Man from 2021-08-09T19:44:50

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 10, 1958, The Cat Man. A strange story about an itinerant Irishman, his sixty-two cats, and his big plans. Also Part 5 of a 5 ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 9, 2021 Hour 1 - Matt Dillon and Joe Phy from 2021-08-08T21:45:02

Gunsmoke, starring William Conrad, originally broadcast August 9, 1954, 67 years ago, Joe Phy. Joe Phy is running the town of Elkader with an iron fist, until Matt Dillon comes to town!

Classic Radio Theater for August 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Barrie Craig and the Thirteenth Guest from 2021-08-08T21:42:27

Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast August 9, 1953, 66 years ago, The Thirteenth Guest. "There's one chap around who never fails to electrify you....

Classic Radio Theater for August 9, 2021 Hour 3 - Sgt. Friday and The Big Missus from 2021-08-08T21:33:52

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast August 9, 1955, The Big Missus. A woman tells the cops that her ex-convict husband is planning a robbery. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours Truly John...

Classic Radio Theater for August 8, 2021 Hour 1 - An Astrological Breakout from 2021-08-07T19:52:19

This is Your FBI, originally broadcast August 8, 1952, 69 years ago, Astrological breakout. An extortionist breaks out of jail with his cellmate (Played by Parley Baer) who has a penchant for astr...

Classic Radio Theater for August 8, 2021 Hour 2 - Up Periscope on the Chinese Submarine from 2021-08-07T19:48:51

Escape, originally broadcast August 8, 1951, Up Periscope starring Hy Averback. A good story about an American in charge of an old broken down Chinese submarine fighting the Japs with the odds all ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Thunder Rides the Flood from 2021-08-07T19:46:36

The Lone Ranger, originally broadcast August 8. 1941, Thunder Rides the Flood. Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story The Alder Matter, originally broadcast August 8, 1956. A nig...

Classic Radio Theater for August 7, 2021 Hour 1 - The Clay Pigeon from 2021-08-06T23:00:24

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast August 7, 1948, 73 years ago, The Clay Pigeon. A mysterious man has Dan Holiday mention a name to an occult doctor, which nearly scares him to death.

Classic Radio Theater for August 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin Delibers an Organ...and loses the organ. from 2021-08-06T22:58:18

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 7, 1960, Viva. Paladin and his Indian companion try to bring a church organ to a Mission...during a revolution. Also Suspen...

Classic Radio Theater for August 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Broadway Financier from 2021-08-06T22:55:31

Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown as Broadway, originally broadcast August 7, 1949, Broadway Financier. A tough girl is determined to claw her way to the top. Also Part 2 of a 5 part Your...

Classic Radio Theater for August 6, 2021 Hour 1 - Lionel Barrymore is a Man to Remember from 2021-08-05T22:47:16

Encore Theater, originally broadcast August 6, 1946, 75 years ago, A Man to Remember starring Lionel Barrymore. The impoverished doctor in a small town leaves behind a legacy beyond wealth.

Classic Radio Theater for August 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Boston Blackie and the Fixed Court Case from 2021-08-05T22:39:17

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmer, originally broadcast August 6, 1946, Fixed Court Case. Blackie joins the Jerry Williams gang to break up a mob that covers its crimes by intimidating witnesse...

Classic Radio Theater for August 6, 2021 Hour 3 - The Man Who Came to Murder from 2021-08-05T22:36:21

The Whistler, originally broadcast August 6, 1945, The Man Who Came to Murder. Wendell has been taking care of wealthy old Aunt Ellen's finances because she hasn't much time left. When her conditio...

Classic Radio Theater for August 5, 2021 Hour 1 - The Whisperer and the Syndicate from 2021-08-04T19:10:32

The Whisperer starring Carleton Young, originally broadcast August 5, 1951, 70 years ago. "The Syndicate" tries to kill the daughter of Anthony Powers, a member of the Liquor Control Board, when h...

Classic Radio Theater for August 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Milton Berle's Salute to the Great Outdoors from 2021-08-04T19:06:08

The Milton Berle Show, originally broadcast August 5, 1947, a Salute to the Great Outdoors. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast August 5, 1948, Abner gets confused in the swapping.

Classic Radio Theater for August 5, 2021 Hour 3 - A Sweet and Sour woman in Dodge City from 2021-08-04T19:03:56

Gunsmoke, originally broadcast August 5, 1956, Sweet and Sour. Rena Decker comes to town, and soon men start fighting over her. Also The Grantland Rice Story, originally broadcast August 5, 1955,...

Classic Radio Theater for August 4, 2021 Hour 1 - DeForest Kelley is a Flesh Peddler from 2021-08-04T00:31:17

Suspense, originally broadcast August 4, 1957, 64 years ago, Flesh Peddler starring DeForest Kelley. A story about a strange ventriloquist and his even stranger secret.

Classic Radio Theater for August 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Rock Around My Nose from 2021-08-04T00:25:55

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast August 4, 1957, Rock Around My Nose. The story behind the ride of Paul Revere, Dr. Herman Horn lectures on Hi-Fi, The Lox Audio Theatre presents "Rock Ar...

Classic Radio Theater for August 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Mr First Nighter and Two Loves Had She. from 2021-08-04T00:23:14

The First Nighter program starring Barbara Luddy and Olan Soule, originally broadcast August 4, 1953, Two Loves Had She. Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast August 4, 1960, More Troub...

Classic Radio Theater for August 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Who Killed Paula Kohler Eybanks? from 2021-08-02T21:29:04

Somebody Knows, originally broadcast August 3, 1950, 71 years ago, The Paula Kohler Eubanks Murder. On June 26, 1947, Ms. Eubanks' body was found at the Kansas City (Missouri) city dump, strangled ...

Classic Radio Theater for August 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Everybody knows Subways are for Sleeping! from 2021-08-02T21:26:16

Classic Radio Theater for August 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Kendall and Nebraska Jack from 2021-08-02T21:22:35

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner as Paladin, originally broadcast August 3, 1958, Nebraska Jack. Jack has five Indian wives, many children, and an understandable taste for whiskey. Also P...

Classic Radio Theater for August 2, 2021 Hour 1 - The Parade from 2021-08-01T23:25:34

Arch Oboler’s Plays, originally broadcast August 2, 1945, 76 years ago, The Parade. A great radio drama about a little girl at a victory parade...of sorts. The program is introduced by Arch Oboler...

Classic Radio Theater for August 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin on the High Wire from 2021-08-01T23:23:09

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 2, 1959, High Wire. Paladin goes to Salamander Springs to persuade a girl to leave her acrobatic boyfriend. Also Suspense, o...

Classic Radio Theater for August 2, 2021 Hour 3 - The Would Be Movie Star Baby from 2021-08-01T23:20:18

This is Your FBI starring Stacy Keach, originally broadcast August 2, 1946, The Would Be Movie Star. Two women and a baby hold up a grocery store, and cross a state line while making their getaw...

Classic Radio Theater for August 1, 2021 Hour 1 -Blame the Lone Ranger! from 2021-07-31T22:11:14

The Lone Ranger starring Earle Graser, originally broadcast August 1, 1938, 83 years ago, Blame the Lone Ranger! An outlaw gang always knows when there's gold on the stagecoach so that they can rob...

Classic Radio Theater for August 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Captain Jim Scott and the Haunted House Murder from 2021-07-31T22:08:30

Under Arrest starring Joe DeSantis, originally broadcast August 1, 1948, Haunted House Murder. Captain Jim Scott investigates the haunted house of Janet Sherwood. A murdered man turns out to be a...

Classic Radio Theater for August 1, 2021 Hour 3 - It's Mr Foster's Birthday! from 2021-07-31T22:01:50

A Date with Judy starring Louise Erickson, originally broadcast August 1, 1944, Father’s Birthday. It's Mr. Foster's birthday; Judy wants him to have a "perfect day." Also Part 3 of a 5 part Yours...

Classic Radio Theater for July 31, 2021 Hour 1 - Rocky Jordan and Barlache from 2021-07-31T00:20:35

Rocky Jordan starring Jack Moyles, originally broadcast July 31, 1949, 72 years ago, Barlache. Rocky befriends a Spanish speaking gypsy.

Classic Radio Theater for July 31, 2021 Hour 2 - Is Connie Brooks heading for Connecticut? from 2021-07-31T00:12:42

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 31, 1949, Will Connie Resign? Rumor has it that Miss Brooks is leaving Madison High and going to move to Connecticut! The story has an...

Classic Radio Theater for July 31, 2021 Hour 3 - Broadway and It comes up Mud from 2021-07-31T00:08:13

Damon Runyon Theater, originally broadcast July 31, 1949, It Comes Up Mud. A story of "The Sport Of Kings," parts of which were used in "Guys and Dolls." John Brown stars as Broadway Also Part 2 ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 30, 2021 Hour 1 - Dark Victory starring Susan Peters and Franchot Tone from 2021-07-29T19:32:03

Encore Theater, originally broadcast July 30, 1946, 75 years ago, Dark Victory starring Susan Peters and Franchot Tone. Will a dying socialite be saved by a loving brain surgeon?

Classic Radio Theater for July 30, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Cvetic Draws the Red Curtain from 2021-07-29T19:24:40

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 30, 1952, Draw The Red Curtain. Cvetic is assigned to help the Party take over an actor's guild. Also Lum n Abner, or...

Classic Radio Theater for July 30, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Freighter Swan from 2021-07-29T19:21:29

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 30, 1946, Freighter Swan. A tale of mutiny and murder aboard the freighter "Swan.". Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Doll...

Classic Radio Theater for July 29, 2021 Hour 1 - Sorry, Mr Cvetic, the line is busy... from 2021-07-28T19:08:13

I Was a Communist for the FBI Starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 29, 1953, 68 years ago, The Line is Busy. Cvetic is told to rent an apartment in the same building in which lives an i...

Classic Radio Theater for July 29, 2021 Hour 2 - Captain Quince and the Nature Boy from 2021-07-28T19:05:17

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 29, 1956, Nature Boy. The Quiring family has come to the fort. The strangest trio ever to arrive on the western plains. Also Lum n ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 29, 2021 Hour 3 - Matt Dillon and the lost rifle from 2021-07-28T18:58:29

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 29, 1956, Lost Rifle. A young boy is found at the scene of a murder. It seems obvious that Ben Tipper, who hated the dead man, is the ki...

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 1 - The Typhoon from 2021-07-27T18:47:39

Escape, originally broadcast July 28, 1947, 74 years old, Typhoon, written by Joseph Conrad. A famous sea adventure about the big storm, the dumb sea captain, and two hundred cut-throat Chinese b...

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Why exclude Miss Jupiter from the Miss Universe pageant? from 2021-07-27T18:43:35

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast July 28, 1957, Stan interviews Miss Jupiter, who's upset that she was excluded from the Miss Universe pageant. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast Ju...

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and the Confederate Coinage Matter from 2021-07-27T18:39:40

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 28, 1957, The Confederate Coinage Matter. One of the only four Confederate half dollars ever made is missing...a way down s...

Classic Radio Theater for July 27, 2021 Hour 1 - The Little People from 2021-07-26T22:22:37

Arch Oboler’s Lights Out, originally broadcast July 27, 1943, 78 years ago, The Little People. The eternal triangle seems a bit lopsided when two of the angles are shrunken to doll size.

Classic Radio Theater for July 27, 2021 Hour 2 - Death buys a bedroom for Barrie Craig from 2021-07-26T22:20:29

Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast July 27, 1954, Death Buys A Bedroom. En route to a vacation in the mountains, Barrie meets a beautiful girl, a ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 27, 2021 Hour 3 - JB Kendall meets Jesse James - again! from 2021-07-26T22:17:39

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 27, 1958, Mighty Tired. A good story about J.B. Kendall's second run-in with Jesse James. Also Part 5 of a 5 part Yours Truly Jo...

Classic Radio Theater for July 26, 2021 Hour 1 - My Chicago from 2021-07-25T20:35:07

Arch Oboler’s Plays, originally broadcast July 26, 1945, 76 years ago, My Chicago. An amusing look over a young Chicago boy's shoulder, as he writes a description of his city to a Chinese pen-pal....

Classic Radio Theater for July 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Dimension X - Courtesy from 2021-07-25T20:32:59

Dimension X, originally broadcast July 26, 1951, Courtesy. The doomed second expedition to Landro is dying of plague. How do the natives manage to survive? Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 26, 2021 Hour 3 - The Sinister Witness from 2021-07-25T20:30:34

This is your FBI starring Stacy Harris, originally broadcast July 26, 1946, The Sinister Witness. A witness to a hit-and-run accident blackmails a candidate for mayor to ensure his silence. Also...

Classic Radio Theater for July 25, 2021 Hour 1 - The Katy Lane Murder Case from 2021-07-24T22:40:29

Broadway Is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast July 25, 1954, 67 years ago, The Katy Lane Murder Case. Marty Lane has been pushed at a swimming pool and has a fractured skull. Dete...

Classic Radio Theater for July 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Ben Wright as the Tramp from 2021-07-24T22:37:46

Suspense, originally broadcast July 25, 1956, The Tramp starring Ben Wright. A trio of Limeys has a go at the piracy of an old hulk and her drunken captain. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast...

Classic Radio Theater for July 25, 2021 Hour 3 - The Schoolteacher held fro ransom! from 2021-07-24T22:34:50

The Lone Ranger starring Brace Beemer, originally broadcast July 25, 1941, No Fury. The first school teacher has arrived in Centerville, and so has the Christopher gang. A jealous cowgirl allows th...

Classic Radio Theater for July 24, 2021 Hour 1 - The Hermit from 2021-07-24T00:01:08

The Whistler, originally broadcast July 24, 1949, 72 years ago, The Hermit. Harvey Wilson is sure his old friend Ben still has all the money he's supposed to have embezzled, even though he's livin...

Classic Radio Theater for July 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Before there was COPS, Night Watch on the Mean Streets from 2021-07-23T23:58:59

Night Watch with reporter Donn Reid, originally broadcast July 24, 1954. The first call is about a woman who is making her third complaint about a neighborhood boy. Also Lum n Abner, originally b...

Classic Radio Theater for July 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Broadway and The Lily of St Pierre from 2021-07-23T23:52:16

Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown, originally broadcast July 24, 1949, The Lily of St Pierre. A Runyonesque love story about an unsavory Broadway-type and an innocent Canadian girl. Also ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 23, 2021 Hour 1 - The Cliffs of Wayrum from 2021-07-22T21:43:57

The Whistler, originally broadcast July 23, 1950, 71 years ago, The Cliffs of Wayrum. Mario Lavetti has been found dead on the beach beneath the cliffs. Paul Galvin witnessed his murder and sees t...

Classic Radio Theater for July 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Cvetic is in the Canadian Crossfire from 2021-07-22T21:36:15

I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 23, 1952, Canadian Crossfire. Cvetic is in Canada foiling the Party's plans to sabotage a joint U.S.-Canadian missil...

Classic Radio Theater for July 23, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Murdering Cuckoo Clock from 2021-07-22T21:32:48

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 23, 1946, Murdering Cuckoo Clock. Blackie comes across a grandfather clock that cuckoos and kills. Also Part 1 of a 5 part Yours Tr...

Classic Radio Theater for July 22, 2021 Hour 1 - My Beloved Must Die from 2021-07-21T21:35:11

The Sealed Book, originally broadcast July 22, 1945, 76 years ago, My Beloved Must Die. A fascinating tale of what happens to women who fall in love with the Devil!

Classic Radio Theater for July 22, 2021 Hour 2 - Dirty Politics - Some things never change from 2021-07-21T21:32:44

Rogers of the Gazette starring Will Rogers Junior, originally broadcast July 22, 1953, Ava Lawson is running for town council, and the Illyria Gazette is backing her against "Old Man Dean." Also ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Gildy's Old Flame shows up---with a Fiancee from 2021-07-21T21:29:23

The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast July 22, 1953, Mae Kelly sends Gildy a postcard while on vacation, but returns home with a fiance along with her tan. Also T...

Classic Radio Theater for July 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Where would you keep a Diamond as Big as the Ritz? from 2021-07-21T01:26:16

Escape, originally broadcast July 21, 1947, 74 years ago, The Diamond as Big as the Ritz. The fascinating F. Scott Fitzgerald story about the home life of the richest family in the world.

Classic Radio Theater for July 21, 2021 Hour 2 - An in-depth interview with the Abominable Snowman from 2021-07-21T01:16:13

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast July 21, 1957, Interview with the Abominable Snowman. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast July 21, 1948, Abner will need to get married all over again.

Classic Radio Theater for July 21, 2021 Hour 3 - The Yours Truly Matter---what a mess! from 2021-07-21T01:13:31

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, originally broadcast July 21, 1957, The Yours Truly Matter. Johnny is held up, robbed, and has his car stolen...leaving him stranded in the middle of the desert. Also...

Classic Radio Theater for July 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Somebody Knows! from 2021-07-19T23:18:11

Somebody Knows, originally broadcast July 20, 1950, 71 years ago, The Joseph P Bohanak Murder. The summer replacement for Suspense! On April 10, 1950, the attendant at a Philadelphia gas station ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Dr Kildare and Diphtheria from 2021-07-19T23:15:14

Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast July 20, 1951, Evelyn Braggs, Diphtheria. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast July 20, 1948

Classic Radio Theater for July 20, 2021 Hour 3 - The Frontier Gentleman and the Mighty Mouse from 2021-07-19T23:11:08

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, Mighty Mouse. A good story about five holdup men outside Laramie, Wyoming Territory, and Kendall's attempt to have the...

Classic Radio Theater for July 19, 2021 Hour 1 - Barrie Craig and the Scream for Murder from 2021-07-18T19:40:02

Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 68 years ago, Scream for Murder. A squabbling couple can always bury their differences. The ques...

Classic Radio Theater for July 19, 2021 Hour 2 - The Walkie Talkie Stickups from 2021-07-18T19:37:34

This is Your FBI, originally broadcast July 19, 1946, The Walkie-Talkie Stickups. Also Lum n Abner, July 19, 1948, Cedric tries to enlist in the Army.

Classic Radio Theater for July 19, 2021 Hour 3 - Philip Marlowe and the Last Wish from 2021-07-18T19:29:01

Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 19, 1950, Last Wish. Marlowe sets out to find Jack Schiller for his father, a dying old man. Not as easy as it sounds. ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 18, 2021 Hour 1 - The Lone Ranger and the Crawford Sisters from 2021-07-18T01:27:18

The Lone Ranger starring Earle Graser, originally broadcast July 18, 1938, 83 years ago, The Crawford Sisters. Molly and her sister Betty come to their uncle's ranch, only to find their uncle dead ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Mishel and the stolen mink coat. from 2021-07-18T01:24:35

Presenting Charles Boyer, originally broadcast July 18, 1950, The Mink Coat. Mishel is given a mink coat in the lobby of a theatre. The beautiful lady disappears...and the coat is alas, stolen. A...

Classic Radio Theater for July 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Michael O'Shea in a Photo Finish from 2021-07-18T01:21:47

Suspense, originally broadcast July 18, 1946, Photo Finish starring Michael O’Shea. A street photographer takes a picture of a man being murdered, and finds himself involved in intrigue. Also Pa...

Classic Radio Theater for July 17, 2021 Hour 1 - Death in Sixteen Millimeter from 2021-07-16T22:48:37

The Whistler, originally broadcast July 17, 1949, 72 years ago, Death in Sixteen Millimeter. Paul Benton takes movies of his girlfriend as she murders Paul's wife.

Classic Radio Theater for July 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Our Miss Brooks plans a Trip to Europe from 2021-07-16T22:46:09

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 17, 1955, Planning a Trip to Europe. Miss Brooks is trying to promote a summer vacation trip to Europe...but so are Mr. Boynton and M...

Classic Radio Theater for July 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Paladin and the Little Guns from 2021-07-16T22:42:21

Have Gun, Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 17, 1960, Little Guns. Paladin travels to Preston, Arizona when his old friend James Ellis hires him to prevent a range war. A...

Classic Radio Theater for July 16, 2021 Hour 1 - The Man who Knew How to Hate from 2021-07-15T23:17:35

Suspense, originally broadcast July 16, 1961, 60 years ago, The Man Who Knew How to Hate starring Joan Lorring and Leon Janney. A surprise ending to a commuter's eternal triangle. How to get rid o...

Classic Radio Theater for July 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Boston Blackie and the murdered truck driver from 2021-07-15T23:14:18

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 16, 1946, The Murdered Truck Driver. A truck carrying no cargo load is mysteriously hijacked. One of the drivers has been killed an...

Classic Radio Theater for July 16, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine wonders what happened to Terry Cable from 2021-07-15T23:11:43

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast July 16, 1951, What Became of Terry Cable? When Mr. Cable's watch is located in a pawn shown, there's no sign of Mr. Ca...

Classic Radio Theater for July 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Captain Quince and the Old Enemy from 2021-07-14T19:40:37

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 15, 1956, 65 years ago, The Old Enemy. A trooper from out of Captain Quince's past named Patchen, joins the troop and creates problems.

Classic Radio Theater for July 15, 2021 Hour 2 - Milton Berle as a - quiz show host? from 2021-07-14T19:39:29

Kiss and Make up Starring Milton Berle, originally broadcast July 15, 1946. Mr. Schaeffer complains that his wife moves the furniture around too much. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast July ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 15, 2021 Hour 3 - "The Syndicate" plans to kill a crusading reporter from 2021-07-14T19:37:02

The Whisperer starring Carleton Young, originally broadcast July 15, 1951, Attempted Murder. "The Syndicate" plans to kill a crusading reporter during a raid at the Club 17, an illegal gambling c...

Classic Radio Theater for July 14, 2021 Hour 1 - Friday and the Red Light Bandit from 2021-07-14T02:21:18

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 14, 1949, 72 years ago, The Red Light Bandit. Sixth show of the series. A malicious robber is impersonating a police officer, usually striking...

Classic Radio Theater for July 14, 2021 Hour 2 - The Incident at Los Varoces from 2021-07-14T02:18:22

The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast July 14, 1957, The Tuned Sheep. "Incident At Los Varoces" (The El Sodom vs. The Rancho Gomorrah). Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast July...

Classic Radio Theater for July 14, 2021 Hour 3 - Dr Grimshaw's Sanitorium from 2021-07-13T23:59:09

X Minus One, originally broadcast July 14, 1955, Dr Grimshaw’s Sanitorium. Take missing bodies in a mental hospital and add a mad scientist or two! Stir well for horror. Also Bob and Ray, origina...

Classic Radio Theater for July 13, 2021 Hour 1 - Ann Was an Ordinary Girl from 2021-07-12T22:05:49

The Columbia Workshop, originally broadcast July 13, 1941, 80 years ago, Ann Was an Ordinary Girl, written by Norman Corwin and starring Agnes Moorehead, John McIntire, and Lawrence Robinson. A "...

Classic Radio Theater for July 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Dr Kildare and Colonel Beauregard from 2021-07-12T22:00:35

Hour 2 - The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, as originally broadcast July 13, 1950, Colonel Beauregard. A Kentucky gentleman is becoming paralyzed, and there seems t...

Classic Radio Theater for July 13, 2021 Hour 3 - JD Kendall and The Justice of the Peace from 2021-07-12T21:53:54

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 13, 1958, Justice of the Peace. A woman justice of the peace is unable to prevent the lynching of an Indian accused of murder. Al...

Classic Radio Theater for July 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Mickey Rooney in the Human Comedy from 2021-07-11T20:15:18

Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast July 12, 1943, 78 years ago, The Human Comedy starring Mickey Rooney and Frank Morgan. The story of a teenaged Homer Macauley (Rooney) in high school, wor...

Classic Radio Theater for July 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Philip Marlowe and the Iron Coffin from 2021-07-11T20:05:10

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 12, 1950. Iron Coffin. Marlowe visits a 16th-century Spanish castle (in northern California) to battle the ghost ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Joe Friday and the Big Setup from 2021-07-11T19:58:54

Dragnet, originally broadcast July 12, 1951, The Big Setup. The cops break up a burglary ring that uses a hatcheck girl for a spotter. Also Part 4 of a 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story The...

Classic Radio Theater for July 11, 2021 Hour 1 - She may be a Lieutenant, but she's still a woman from 2021-07-10T19:53:08

Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast July 11, 1945, 76 years ago, Always a Woman. A woman comes home from the war as a Lieutenant, something her boyfriend has trouble handling.

Classic Radio Theater for July 11, 2021 Hour 2 - The FBI and a Killer for Hire from 2021-07-10T19:49:26

This Is Your FBI, originally broadcast July 11, 1952, Killer for Hire. There's $78,000 in missing bank loot and double-crosses all over the place. Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast...

Classic Radio Theater for July 11, 2021 Hour 3 - Harry Lime on a Honeymoon? from 2021-07-10T19:46:53

The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast July 11, 1952, Honeymoon. Harry and a Countess try to smuggle Sicily's most-wanted bandit out of the country. Also Part 3 of a ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 10, 2021 Hour 1 - Archie gets dressed for a date from 2021-07-10T01:08:46

The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast July 10, 1948, 73 years ago, Archie Gets Dressed for a Date. Archie needs a pair of garters and socks and suspenders an...

Classic Radio Theater for July 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Five days to Yuma for Paladin and his prisoner from 2021-07-10T01:05:49

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 10, 1960, Five Days to Yuma. Paladin is hired to deliver a British prisoner named Jeremy Thompson to the Carson City jail. Jere...

Classic Radio Theater for July 10, 2021 Hour 3 - Bad (Martian) Medicine from 2021-07-10T01:01:36

X Minus One, originally broadcast July 10, 1956, Bad Medicine. Elwood would love to kill his "friend" Magnuson. Seeking help from a home therapy unit, he's unfortunately given a Martian model whi...

Classic Radio Theater for July 9, 2021 Hour 1 - The Story of Florence Nightengale from 2021-07-08T21:52:47

Encore Theater, originally broadcast July 9, 1946, 75 years ago, White Angel starring screen star Virginia Bruce. The story of Florence Nightingale and the start of the science of nursing.

Classic Radio Theater for July 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Svetic and the Dangerous Dollars from 2021-07-08T21:49:33

I was a Communist for the FBI, originally broadcast July 9, 1953, The Dangerous Dollars. Cvetic visits the Skyline Rancho, a resort run by the Communists. He finds a mysterious airplane ready to ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 9, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Skating Rink Murders from 2021-07-08T21:44:20

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 9, 1946, The Skating Rink Murders. A girl is found murdered at a skating rink with a $50,000 diamond ring on her finger. Also Part ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 8, 2021 Hour 1 - The Party Uses only as Directed from 2021-07-07T20:22:58

I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 8, 1953, 68 years ago, Use Only as Directed. An unusual group of Communist Party victims: five white mice! The Party ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 8, 2021 Hour 2 - The Joe Gruber Murder Case from 2021-07-07T20:19:18

Broadway Is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast July 8, 1951, The Joe Gruber Murder Case. An armed robber is a killer. He's holed up in a second floor apartment, but when the cops br...

Classic Radio Theater for July 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Chasing Criminals Cross-Country from 2021-07-07T20:16:48

The FBI in Peace And War, originally broadcast July 8, 1956, Cross Country. Also The Grantland Rice Story, originally broadcast July 8, 1955, The Beginning. Jimmy Powers reads from Rice's book, "...

Classic Radio Theater for July 7, 2021 Hour 1 - The Fifth Episode of Dragnet from 2021-07-07T00:54:39

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 7, 1949, 72 years ago, The Helen Corday Murder. Fifth show of the series. A well-liked waitress named Helen Corday has been murdered with a ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Lum&abner borrow from Squire Skimp - a huge mistake! from 2021-07-07T00:52:11

Lum n Abner, originally broadcast July 7, 1948. The boys borrow $340 from Squire Skimp to pay a $72 tax bill. First half-hour episode.

Classic Radio Theater for July 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Heinlein's Green Hills of Earth from 2021-07-07T00:48:29

X-Minus One, originally broadcast July 7, 1955. The Green Hills of Earth. The Robert Heinlein story of Reisling, the blind folksinger of the spaceways! Also an episode of Can You Imagine That? o...

Classic Radio Theater for July 6, 2021 Hour 1 - The Man who REALLY Vanished from 2021-07-05T20:46:13

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast July 6, 1948, 73 years ago, The Man who Vanished. An albino discovers the secret of invisibility, and promptly commits a murder.

Classic Radio Theater for July 6, 2021 Hour 2 - David Schoenbrun's Portrait of Paris from 2021-07-05T20:41:40

The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast July 6, 1956, A Portrait of Paris. David Schoenbrun's sound portrait of the city, produced by William N. Robson. The show captures a Parisian flavor t...

Classic Radio Theater for July 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Barrie Craig and the Tough Guy from 2021-07-05T20:37:22

Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast July 6, 1954, The Tough Guy. Barrie joins in the search for a missing $30,000 in stolen loot. Also part 5 of ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 5, 2021 Hour 1 - The Meaning of Freedom with the Anderson Family from 2021-07-04T23:16:20

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast July 5, 1951, 70 years ago, The Meaning of Freedom. The Anderson are back in the days of the American Revolution. The last show of the...

Classic Radio Theater for July 5, 2021 Hour 2 - A Veteran comes home from the Martian Wars from 2021-07-04T23:12:53

2000 plus, originally broadcast July 5, 1950, A Veteran comes Home. A soldier returns to Earth after five years of fighting in the Martian wars, to find his wife and son waiting. Also Amos n And...

Classic Radio Theater for July 5, 2021 Hour 3 - Philip Marloe and the Girl from Pitchfork Corners from 2021-07-04T23:07:23

Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 5, 1950, The Girl from Pitchfork Corners. Marlowe is hired by Donna Rawlings to make sure Arnold Lattimore gets where ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 4, 2021 Hour 1 - CBS covers the Declaration of Independence-LIVE! from 2021-07-03T21:09:03

You Are There with John Charles Daly, originally broadcast July 4, 1948, 73 years ago. The Declaration of Independence. The events of July 4, 1776 in Philadelphia as it could have been heard if th...

Classic Radio Theater for July 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Luigi sees the Fourth of July Parade from 2021-07-03T21:04:47

Life With Luigi starring J.Carrol Naish, originally broadcast July 4, 1950, 4th of July Parade. Luigi is going to his first fourth of July parade. Also Lum N Abner, originally broadcast July 4, ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Rocky Jordan and the Lady from Tangiers from 2021-07-03T21:02:07

Rocky Jordan starring George Raft, originally broadcast July 4, 1951, The Lady from Tangiers. A Cairo tour guide found murdered with a rope, leads Rocky to a counterfeiter who has also been killed...

Classic Radio Theater for July 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Our Miss Brooks and The 4th Of July At Eagle Springs from 2021-07-02T20:20:10

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 3, 1949, 72 years ago, The 4th Of July At Eagle Spring. Plans for the July 4th weekend at Eagle Springs aren't as easy as they sound!

Classic Radio Theater for July 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Dillon and the Little Girl + Paladin and the Gold Mine from 2021-07-02T20:16:54

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 3, 1960, Little Girl. After her step-father burns to death in a fire, Marshal Dillon brings young Charity back to Dodge. Now, what to d...

Classic Radio Theater for July 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday explores the House of Darkness from 2021-07-02T20:07:42

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast July 3, 1949, The House of Darkness. A shot in the dark helps Dan Holiday and a blind man find adventure. Also part 2 of the 5 part Yours Truly J...

Classic Radio Theater for July 2, 2021 Hour 1 - The Men in White statting Robert Taylor from 2021-07-01T22:18:04

Encore Theater, originally broadcast July 2, 1946, 75 years ago, Men in White starring Robert Taylor. A doctor must choose between his socialite fiance and the nurse who loves him.

Classic Radio Theater for July 2, 2021 Hour 2 - A Drunken Brawl in Culver City from 2021-07-01T22:05:01

Night Watch starring reporter Donn Reid, originally broadcast July 2, 1954, A Drunken Brawl and a .38 special. Also Amos n Andy, originally broadcast July 2, 1929, Andy reads his law book. Andy ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 2, 2021 Hour 3 - Did Joe Parker murder Uncle Frank? Ask Boston Blackie from 2021-07-01T22:01:03

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 2, 1946, Uncle Frank Murdered. Joe Parker murders his Uncle Frank for Frank's money. He's planned the perfect crime. Also part 1 of...

Classic Radio Theater for July 1, 2021 Hour 1 - Captain Quince and The Trooper's Widow from 2021-06-30T23:31:49

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 1, 1956, 65 years ago, The Trooper’s Widow. Mrs. Stocker, new bride of a trooper, learns the harsh realities of the frontier the hard ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Liz and George remember those good old days. from 2021-06-30T23:28:37

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast July 1, 1949, Reminiscing. Liz looks through her scrapbook and remembers her first driving lesson, when she told...

Classic Radio Theater for July 1, 2021 Hour 3 - Matt Dillon and A Gun for Chester from 2021-06-30T23:24

Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 1, 1956, A Gun for Chester. Asa Ledbetter is in town, and Chester thinks he's out to kill him! Also The Lone Ranger, originally broadca...

Classic Radio Theater for June 30, 2021 Hour 1 - Agnes Moorehead and the Yellow Wallpaper from 2021-06-30T00:12:19

Suspense, originally broadcast June 30, 1957, 64 years ago, The Yellow Wallpaper starring Agnes Moorehead. A woman going mad spends the summer in a room with yellow wallpaper, whose pattern come ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 30, 2021 Hour 2 - Calling a $100k note overnight? from 2021-06-30T00:09:26

Boston Blackie starring Chester Morris, originally broadcast June 30, 1944, 100 thousand dollar business note. Mr. Manleder's business note for $100,000 is due tomorrow. Only Boston Blackie can p...

Classic Radio Theater for June 30, 2021 Hour 3 - Johnny Dollar and some not-so-funny money from 2021-06-30T00:05:53

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast June 30, 1957, The Funny Money Matter. A rootin' tootin' character from Oklahoma pays his insurance premiums with $100 bills...b...

Classic Radio Theater for June 29, 2021 Hour 1 - The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Col. James Fisk Jr. from 2021-06-28T20:56:54

Crime Classics, originally broadcast June 29, 1953, 68 years ago, The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Col. James Fisk Jr. An excellent story about the rivalry between two wealthy New Yorkers in ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 29, 2021 Hour 2 - The Story of Joan of Arc from 2021-06-28T20:50:50

CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast June 29, 1956, The Eternal Joan. An adaptation of the story of Joan of Arc. Also Amos n Andy, originally broadcast June 29, 1929, Amos and Andy go to the ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 29, 2021 Hour 3 - J. B. Kendall and Madame Belle Siddons from 2021-06-28T20:47:01

Frontier Gentlemen starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 29, 1958, Madame Belle Siddons, Confederate Spy. Meet a gambler extraordinaire, and a woman with a past. Also part 5 of the 5 pa...

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma and Jane head out for Vacation from 2021-06-27T23:23:19

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 28, 1948, 73 years ago, Planning their vacation. Irma and Jane plan to take a vacation at Moosehead Lodge. The last show of the season.

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Philip Marlowe and the Pelican's Roost from 2021-06-27T23:20:27

Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast June 28, 1950, Pelicans Roost. . Lynn Russell hires Marlowe, even though it looks like she's a killer. A corpse with an ice ...

Classic Radio Theater for July 28, 2021 Hour 3 - Richard Diamond Private Detective and the Rifle Case from 2021-06-27T23:18:18

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, originally broadcast June 28, 1953, The Rifle Case. An old German immigrant has perfected an improved rifle, which brings out some representatives of "The Party...

Classic Radio Theater for June 27, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack's Last Show of the 1948 season ends with the Sabre Dance... from 2021-06-26T23:29:42

Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 27, 1948, 73 years ago, The program originates from New York City. The last show of the season. The Sportsmen repeat their great Lucky Strike commercial to the...

Classic Radio Theater for July 27, 2021 Hour 2 - Fred Allen wants to Stop the Music from 2021-06-26T23:06:27

Fred Allen, originally broadcast June 27, 1948, Stop The Music. Fred says, "Radio is the Marshall Plan with music." The Allen's Alley question is, "Where do you plan to take your summer vacation?...

Classic Radio Theater for July 27, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Argyle Murder Case from 2021-06-26T23:03:31

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast June 27, 1950, The Argyle Murder Case. An actor's dead body is found on a ferryboat. The body has on all new clothes...and argyle socks that...

Classic Radio Theater for June 26, 2021 Hour 1 - The Las Fred Allen Show, with Henry Morgan and Nathan Birmbaum from 2021-06-25T20:18:32

Fred Allen, originally broadcast June 26, 1949, 72 years ago. Fred Allen’s last radio show. His guest Henry Morgan is trying to keep his furniture from being repossessed, so Fred takes him to see...

Classic Radio Theater for June 26, 2021 Hour 2 - At the Crime Club, Death Never Doubles from 2021-06-25T20:14:54

Crime Club, originally broadcast June 26, 1947, Death Never Doubles. A lawyer and a crook are doubles and the crook's mob mistake the lawyer for their old boss. Also Lum n Abner, originally broa...

Classic Radio Theater for June 26, 2021 Hour 3 - Wherever You May Be from 2021-06-25T20:11:51

X Minus one, originally broadcast June 26, 1956, Wherever You May Be. A researcher, newly arrived in the Ozarks, meets Abby, a girl with VERY unusual abilities. Also part 2 of the 5 part Yours Tru...

Classic Radio Theater for June 25, 2021 Hour 1 - No Sad Clowns for Jeff Regan from 2021-06-24T22:44:37

Jeff Regan, Investigator starring Frank Graham and Frank Nelson, originally broadcast June 25, 1950, 71 years ago, No Sad Clowns for Me. "When a little old man named Crackly comes in, don't take h...

Classic Radio Theater for June 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Mr President Takes Manila from 2021-06-24T22:40:39

Mr President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast June 25, 1950, I’ll Take Manila. Also Amos n Andy, originally broadcast June 25, 1929, Andy, Kingfish, and Earl Dixon talk about Amos bein...

Classic Radio Theater for June 25, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine and The Man from French Guiana. from 2021-06-24T22:36:29

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast June 25, 1951, The Man from French Guiana. Amnesia, man overboard and a prodigal brother-in-law arriving from South America. Also part 1...

Classic Radio Theater for June 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Cvetic's Tour of Duty from 2021-06-23T23:48:07

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 24, 1953, 68 years ago, Tour of Duty. Cvetic is being sent to the Caribbean to help start a revolution or to move the...

Classic Radio Theater for June 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Lieutenant Seiberts Loving Cup from 2021-06-23T23:46:01

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast June 24, 1956, The Loving Cup. Captain Quince has an unusual way to give Lieutenant Seiberts the confidence he needs to be a good officer....

Classic Radio Theater for June 24, 2021 Hour 3 - The Whistler's Blind Bet from 2021-06-23T23:43:40

The Whistler, originally broadcast June 24, 1946, The Blind Bet. A casino owner murders his partner and tries to keep his wealthy patron happy and alive, but not too alive. Also Amos n Andy from ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 23, 2021 Hour 1 - Archie and Jughead capture a Nazi! from 2021-06-22T21:16:59

Archie Andrews, originally broadcast June 23, 1945, 76 years ago. Archie and Jughead capture an escaped Nazi prisoner! This, of course, leads to a night in jail for stealing a car! Bob Hastings st...

Classic Radio Theater for June 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Chester Morris as Boston Blackie from 2021-06-22T21:08:36

Boston Blackie starring Chester Morris(who played Blackie in the movies), originally broadcast June 23, 1944, first show of the Summer Series. Blackie is arrested in Chicago. He's accused of tak...

Classic Radio Theater for June 23, 2021 Hour 3 - Sundown for the old Gunfighters from 2021-06-22T20:48:13

Escape, originally broadcast June 23, 1950, Sundown. A story about the gunfighters of the old west. Also Amos n Andy, originally broadcast June 23, 1929, Andy and Kingfish visit Amos in Jail.

Classic Radio Theater for June 22, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack Parr on what a Movie Star really thinks from 2021-06-21T19:38:18

Jack Parr, originally broadcast June 22, 1947, 74 years ago, What does a movie star really think? What radio one hundred years ago would have sounded like.

Classic Radio Theater for June 22, 2021 Hour 2 - A Rocketship lands in Montana? from 2021-06-21T19:34:48

Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast June 22, 1948, Zero Hour. A rocket ship from another planet seems to have landed in Montana. Also Lum n Abner, June 22, 1948.

Classic Radio Theater for June 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Dr Kildare and the erratic intern from 2021-06-21T19:30:14

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast June 22, 1951, Dr Paul Bailey, Intern. Dr. Paul Bailey has been failing his duties as an intern. Has he been ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Which Martin is the Real Martin - Dean or Tony? from 2021-06-21T00:00:39

Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis, originally broadcast June 21, 1949, 72 years ago. Guest Tony Martin and his fan club try to stop Dean Martin from using his last name.

Classic Radio Theater for June 21, 2021 Hour 2 - The Final Episode of Straight Arrow from 2021-06-20T23:57:30

Straight Arrow starring Howard Culver, originally broadcast June 21, 1951, Long Summer. The last show of the series. Mesquite Molly has been kidnapped, but is rescued by Straight Arrow. Also a gag...

Classic Radio Theater for June 21, 2021 Hour 3 - Philip Marlowe and the Gold Cobra from 2021-06-20T23:55:29

Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast June 21, 1950, Gold Cobra. Marlowe is hired by Roth Winkman, a character right out of Dickens, to deliver a gold cobra to Chi...

Classic Radio Theater for June 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Candy Matson and the Symphony of Death from 2021-06-19T19:20:20

Candy Matson YUkon 2-8309, originally broadcast June 20, 1950, 71 years ago, Symphony of Death. A composer is going to die, and there's no doubt about it. Natalie Park Masters stars.

Classic Radio Theater for June 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Philo Vance and The Prize Ring Murder Case from 2021-06-19T19:10:04

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast June 20, 1950, The Prize Ring Murder Case. Also Lum N Abner, originally broadcast June 20, 1945, Squire Skips. The Ira Hodgkins trial again...

Classic Radio Theater for June 20, 2021 Hour 3 - The Inside Story on the Null-E Fever from 2021-06-19T19:00:09

X Minus One, originally broadcast June 20, 1957, Inside Story. A reporter dares to enter the secret enclave of those infected with "Null-E Fever." Also part 3 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Do...

Classic Radio Theater for June 19, 2021 Hour 1 - Chad Remington and Fort Disaster from 2021-06-18T20:18:16

Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley and Wade Crosby, originally broadcast June 19, 1953, 68 years ago, Fort Disaster. An old Army stockade named "Fort Disaster" has been re-opened in order to deal ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 19, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin and the TooToo Solid Town from 2021-06-18T20:15:10

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 19, 1960, Too Too Solid Town. Paladin travels to Lawrence Kansas for a reunion of his old cavalry outfit. One old soldier is se...

Classic Radio Theater for June 19, 2021 Hour 3 - George Jessel spends Thirty Minutes in Hollywood from 2021-06-18T20:11:37

Thirty Minutes in Hollywood starring George Jessel, originally broadcast June 19, 1938 with guest Norma Talmadge. A visit to an art museum and a night club in Chicago. Also part 2 of the 5 part Yo...

Classic Radio Theater for June 18, 2021 Hour 1 - The only way to make Pat Novak's Friends Die from 2021-06-17T20:59:58

Pat Novak for Hire starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast June 18, 1949, 72 years ago. Only Way to Make Friends Die. Joe Dineen dies in Novak's apartment. What's in his safe deposit box? You do...

Classic Radio Theater for June 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Matt Svetic on the Tight Wire. from 2021-06-17T20:51:53

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 18, 1952, Tight Wire. The FBI assigns Cvetic the job of bugging a Communist Party meeting hall. Also an episode of ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Blackie and the Hooded Gang Protection Racket from 2021-06-17T20:48:31

Boston Blackie, originally broadcast June 18, 1946, The Hooded Gang Protection Racket. A masked society of extortioners has been formed, which Blackie tries to break up. Also part 1 of the 5 part...

Classic Radio Theater for June 17, 2021 Hour 1 - Two classic Ray Bradbury Short Stories from 2021-06-16T17:55:22

Dimension X, originally broadcast June 17, 1950, 71 years ago, There Will Come Soft Rain - Zero Hour. Two adaptations of Ray Bradbury short stories, one about the death of the house of the future....

Classic Radio Theater for June 17, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber's Old Pal comes for a visit from 2021-06-16T17:48:18

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast June 17, 1947, A visit from Fibber's old pal, Homer Vickery. The last show of the season. . Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast June 17, 1948.

Classic Radio Theater for June 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Captain Quince and the Winter Soldier from 2021-06-16T17:46:18

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast June 17, 1956, The Winter Soldier. A soldier becomes a "snowbird" and deserts the army in the springtime. Also Vic n Sade, originally broad...

Classic Radio Theater for June 16, 2021 Hour 1 - The Meteor Man from 2021-06-16T00:09:44

Arch Oboler’s Lights Out, originally broadcast June 16, 1937, 84 years ago, The Meteor Man. A monster-from-outer-space story. This one has a sinister appetite.

Classic Radio Theater for June 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack Benny vs Henry Aldrich from 2021-06-16T00:06:52

Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 16, 1940, last show of the season, Fathers Day. Jack gets angry at the idea that "Henry Aldrich" will replace him for the summer. Also Lum n Abner, original...

Classic Radio Theater for June 16, 2021 Hour 3 - The Frank Dunn Murder Case from 2021-06-16T00:04:46

Broadway is my Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast June 16, 1951, The Frank Dunn Murder Case. A bartender named Frank Dunn is found shot to death. Frank was very appealing to the ladies.

Classic Radio Theater for June 15, 2021 Hour 1 - Picnic for Father's Day from 2021-06-14T22:41:34

Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 15, 1950, 71 years ago, Picnic for Father’s Day. What was supposed to be a relaxing Father’s Day at home for Jim Anderson becomes...

Classic Radio Theater for June 15, 2021 Hour 2 - Luke Slaughter and the June Bride from 2021-06-14T22:38:21

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast June 15, 1958, June Bride. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast June 15, 1948, Where did the money go?

Classic Radio Theater for June 15, 2021 Hour 3 - The Frontier Gentleman and the Well from 2021-06-14T22:35:52

Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 15, 1958, The Well. A good story about a "cattleman vs. homesteader" feud which is about to become violent. Things are complicate...

Classic Radio Theater for June 14, 2021 Hour 1 - My Son Jeep from 2021-06-14T01:13:13

My Son Jeep starring Martin Huston as Jeep and Donald Cook as his father, originally broadcast June 14, 1953, 68 years ago, Father Says No. Jeep gets into a fight with Chester Willis over Chester m...

Classic Radio Theater for June 14, 2021 Hour 2 - Is Irma getting married??? from 2021-06-14T01:06:39

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 14, 1948. Al takes Irma to see "Harvey." Al and Irma buy a wedding ring for Irma's friend Amber, but Jane thinks it's Irma who's get...

Classic Radio Theater for June 14, 2021 Hour 3 - Joe Friday and the Big Fall Guy from 2021-06-14T01:03:46

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast June 14, 1955, The Big Fall Guy. A six-year-old girl has been kidnapped and a massive effort begins to recover her. Also part 4 of the 5 part Your...

Classic Radio Theater for June 13, 2021 Hour 1 - Norman Corwin and Thomas Wolfe - and Charles Laughton from 2021-06-12T19:30:10

Columbia Presents Corwin, originally broadcast June 13, 1944, 77 years ago, Thomas Wolfe. The great radio poet and writer Norman Corwin adapted the works of Thomas Wolfe for this broadcast perform...

Classic Radio Theater for June 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildy plans the wedding...will it work? from 2021-06-12T19:10:20

The Great Gildersleeve, originally broadcast June 13, 1943, Gildy plans his Honeymoon. Who will be Gildersleeve's best man? Will Gildy get Leila to stick to a budget? Also Lum n Abner, originally ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Murder in the Summer Heat by Experts from 2021-06-12T19:00:05

Murder By Experts, originally broadcast June 13, 1949, Summer Heat. A newly graduated lawyer awakes with a dead body in bed and has a very difficult time getting rid of that body! Also part 3 of ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 12, 2021 Hour 1 - The Perfect Alibi from 2021-06-11T22:38:34

The Whistler, originally broadcast June 12, 1949, 72 years ago. The Perfect Alibi. An ex-private eye tries his hand at murder-and-marriage for profit.

Classic Radio Theater for June 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Death is a Knockout at the Crime Club from 2021-06-11T22:34:42

Crime Club, originally broadcast June 12, 1947, Death is a Knockout. A crime story with an unusual twist. The crook who tries to fix the prizefight is found murdered! Also Lum n Abner, originally ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 12, 2021 Hour 3 - Paladin and the Search for Wylie Dawson from 2021-06-11T22:31:04

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 12, 1960, Search for Wylie Dawson. Paladin tries to return Willie Dawson to El Paso...to tell him that he's no longer a wanted...

Classic Radio Theater for June 11, 2021 Hour 1 - The Green Hornet Does it Again! from 2021-06-11T00:44:27

The Green Hornet starring Robert Hall, originally broadcast June 11, 1946, 75 years ago, The Hornet Does it Again. A gang is posing as policemen while they hijacking shipments of equipment.

Classic Radio Theater for June 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Bad Checks and Drunkenness in Culver City from 2021-06-11T00:42:13

Night Watch with reporter Donn Reed , originally broadcast June 11, 1954, Bad Checks and Drunkenness. The first call is to a gas station, where a suspect has been detained for passing bad checks. ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 11, 2021 Hour 3 - Matt Cvetic and the American Kremlin from 2021-06-11T00:39:52

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 11, 1952, American Kremlin. After seeing a dead body at Party headquarters, Cvetic is sent to New York to subvert a ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 10, 2021 Hour 1 - The Second episode of Dragnet - The Nickle Plated Gun from 2021-06-09T20:11:20

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast June 10, 1949, 72 years ago, Nickle Plated Gun. A nickel plated .44 caliber Smith and Wesson is used to shoot two cops and a lot more people. The ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Liz has hair to dye for...again and again from 2021-06-09T20:07:31

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast June 10, 1949, Hair Dyed. Liz's gossiping leads to head full of dyed black hair. The evils of gossip come home ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 10, 2021 Hour 3 - A quiet Sunday for the Whistler from 2021-06-09T20:05:41

The Whistler, originally broadcast June 10, 1946, Quiet Sunday. Henry is caught between his wife and his mistress, which leads to a dead body in the trunk. Also The Couple Next Door, originally b...

Classic Radio Theater for June 9, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma and Jane as marriage counselors? from 2021-06-08T20:26:17

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 9, 1953, 68 years ago. The Martins have a fight. Irma and Jane try to intercede.

Classic Radio Theater for June 9, 2021 Hour 2 - The Case of Murder and the Star of Death from 2021-06-08T20:23:17

Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, starring originally broadcast June 9, 1949, The Case of Murder and the Star of Death. A magnificent jewel is stolen; a killer strikes in t...

Classic Radio Theater for June 9, 2021 Hour 3 - The Earl Lawson Murder Case from 2021-06-08T20:21:10

Broadway is My Beat starring Larry Thor, originally broadcast June 9, 1951, The Earl Lawson Murder Case. A wealthy man named Earl Lawson has been murdered in Times Square by a man with only one m...

Classic Radio Theater for June 8, 2021 Hour 1 - Murder is my Business from 2021-06-07T18:52:20

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast June 8, 1948, 73 years ago, Murder is my Business. A radio writer is offered $600 a week to work for Basil King, "the most hated man in radio." Unabl...

Classic Radio Theater for June 8, 2021 Hour 2 - The Case History of Edgar Lowndes from 2021-06-07T18:49:30

Suspense originally broadcast June 8, 1944, Case History Of Edgar Lowndes starring Donald Crisp and Thomas Mitchell. A railroad magnate visits a psychiatrist with complaints of headaches and bad d...

Classic Radio Theater for June 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Luke Slaughter and Big Business from 2021-06-07T18:46:05

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast June 8, 1958, Big Business. Also part 5 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Indestructible Mike Matter, o...

Classic Radio Theater for June 7, 2021 Hour 1 - Jason and the Golden Fleece from 2021-06-06T23:21:28

Jason and the Golden Fleece starring Macdonald Carey, originally broadcast June 7, 1953, 68 years ago, Honeymoon. Jason runs a sixty-foot charter boat out of New Orleans. Kent Sherwood charters...

Classic Radio Theater for June 7, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma and Jane visit Coney Island from 2021-06-06T23:18:21

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 7, 1948, Irma and Jane visit Coney Island. Irma and Jane visit Coney Island during a heat wave. Also Lum n Abner, originally broad...

Classic Radio Theater for June 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Richard Diamond and The Cover Up Murders from 2021-06-06T23:16:31

Richard Diamond Private Detective starring Dick Powell, originally broadcast June 7, 1953, The Cover Up Murders. A story about a madman who calmly keeps calling the police to announce his next mur...

Classic Radio Theater for June 6, 2021 Hour 1 - Looking back at D-Day, June 6, 1944 from 2021-06-05T19:20:15

A look back at the events of D Day, June 6, 1944, 77 years ago today. Included in this hour are the sounds of the day, an abbreviated episode of the Bob Hope Show, commentary by HV Kaltenborn, a p...

Classic Radio Theater for June 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack is heading to Dallas! from 2021-06-05T19:10:19

Jack Benny, originally broadcast June 6, 1954, Jack goes to Dallas. The last show of the season. Jack is off to Dallas and the gang goes down to the airport to see him off. Also Lum n Abner, ori...

Classic Radio Theater for June 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Harry Lime's Night in a Harem from 2021-06-05T19:00:05

The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast June 6, 1953, A Night in a Harem. Harry, a sharpie named Sam, and a real Arabian princess are set up for a $100,000,000 oil conc...

Classic Radio Theater for June 5, 2021 Hour 1 - Chad Remington On the Prod from 2021-06-04T21:23:55

Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast June 5, 1953, 68 years ago, On The Prod. Floyd Hunsacker needs a lawyer. The father of Paula, Floyd's fiancee, has accused him of cattle th...

Classic Radio Theater for June 5, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin and the Apache Concerto - and Matt Dillon and the Blacksmith from 2021-06-04T21:21:22

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner as Paladin, originally broadcast June 5, 1960, Apache Concerto. Paladin is sent to return a harmonium salesman and his lovely niece home, despite being ca...

Classic Radio Theater for June 5, 2021 Hour 3 - Dan Holiday and the Design for Danger from 2021-06-04T21:17:51

Box 13 starring Alan Ladd, originally broadcast June 5, 1949, Design for Danger. Ex-convict Johnny Tide is returning to Watertown seeking revenge. Also part 2 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 4, 2021 Hour 1 - Eight Steps to Murder from 2021-06-03T19:46:14

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast June 4, 1946, 75 years ago, Eight Steps to Murder. A newsman plans to murder a Broadway producer and marry the man's wife.

Classic Radio Theater for June 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Is Liz married to a Slob? from 2021-06-03T19:40:53

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast June 4, 1950, George is Messy. Liz is concerned that George is a slob. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and Three Witnesses from 2021-06-03T19:36:35

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast June 4, 1946, Three Witnesses. Three people each have a motive for killing Tom Marshall, an old man, even though he seems to have died a ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 3, 2021 Hour 1 - DON'T KICK MY HORSE!!! from 2021-06-03T01:53:18

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast June 3, 1956, 65 years ago, Don’t Kick My Horse. A soldier's love for his eleven-year-old horse gets the entire troop into danger when the ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Was Fibber Born? from 2021-06-03T01:51:15

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast June 3, 1947. Fibber has no birth certificate, so he's going to study for his citizenship papers. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast June 3, 1948,...

Classic Radio Theater for June 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Where DID that list of communists go? from 2021-06-03T01:48:57

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast June 3, 1953, The Crossed Heart. After a fellow Communist dies, Cvetic tries to find a list of other Communists that was l...

Classic Radio Theater for June 2, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack Benny is a Good and Faithful Servant from 2021-06-01T21:04:40

Suspense, originally broadcast June 2, 1952, 69 years ago, A Good and Faithful Service starring Jack Benny. After thirty years on the job, a meek department store accountant plans his own unique ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 2, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildy as Cyrano? from 2021-06-01T21:01:30

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 2, 1946, Meet Eve. Gildersleeve recalls the time he almost starred in the Summerfield production of, "Cyrano de Bergerac." ...

Classic Radio Theater for June 2, 2021 Hour 3 - The Case of Death in a Minor Key from 2021-06-01T20:58:45

The Shadow, originally broadcast June 2, 1946, Death in a Minor Key. Strange murders in a madhouse, while weird music plays and a cripple thumps up the stairs. What more could you want? Also an e...

Classic Radio Theater for June 1, 2021 Hour 1 - The Quicksand Murder Case from 2021-05-31T21:15:42

Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast June 1, 1950, 71 years ago, The Quicksand Murder Case. A real estate agent loses his new tenant...to a murderess.

Classic Radio Theater for June 1, 2021 Hour 2 - Jack Parr's Dissapointment in the Shade from 2021-05-31T21:11:38

The Jack Paar Program, originally broadcast June 1, 1947, Disappointment in the Shade. The first show of the series, a summer replacement series for Jack Benny. Guest Dennis Day does a comedy rout...

Classic Radio Theater for June 1, 2021 Hour 3 - Cattle Drive for the Army from 2021-05-31T20:37:22

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast June 1, 1958, Cattle Drive. There's going to be an Arizona cattle drive for the Army. Luke bets his horse, "Blue Streak,"...

Classic Radio Theater for May 31, 2021 Hour 1 - Dr Kildare and the Abandond Baby from 2021-05-31T01:37:14

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast May 31, 1950, 71 years ago, The Abandoned Baby. A baby named Jackie Mason has been abandoned in one of Blair H...

Classic Radio Theater for May 31, 2021 Hour 2 - The Highlights of the Bergen and McCarthy Show from 2021-05-31T01:35:15

Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast May 31, 1953 with guest Nelson Eddy. An all-star program featuring recorded highlights of their first sixteen years on the radio. Also excer...

Classic Radio Theater for May 31, 2021 Hour 3 - Richard Diamond and The William B Holland Case from 2021-05-31T01:33:08

Richard Diamond Private Detective starring Dick Powell, originally broadcast May 31, 1953, The William B Holland Case. Diamond and Walt Levinson travel to Bolivia to find the missing William Hol...

Classic Radio Theater for May 30, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack buys a New Suit? from 2021-05-28T23:49:30

Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 30, 1954, 67 years ago, Jack Buys a New Suit. Jack and the gang are going on a personal appearance tour, so Jack and Mary go to buy a new suit for Jack.

Classic Radio Theater for May 30, 2021 Hour 2 - Summerfield's Memorial Day Parade from 2021-05-28T23:46:49

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 30, 1943, Memorial Day Parade. After the Memorial Day parade, Gildersleeve decides to write his will. Perhaps he should endow...

Classic Radio Theater for May 30, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Whirlaround Murder Case from 2021-05-28T23:41:15

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast May 30, 1950, The Whirlaround Murder Case. Also part 3 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Reasonable Doubt Matter, originall...

Classic Radio Theater for May 29, 2021 Hour 1 - Bullets for Boot Hill from 2021-05-28T22:50:15

Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley and Wade Crosby, originally broadcast May 29, 1953, 68 years ago, Bullets for Boot Hill. The old judge in Dos Rios single handledly stands up to a crowd of drunk...

Classic Radio Theater for May 29, 2021 Hour 2 - Remembering Fred Allen from 2021-05-28T22:47:33

Biography in Sound, originally broadcast May 29, 1956, A Portrait of Fred Allen. The life story of the famous radio humorist.

Classic Radio Theater for May 29, 2021 Hour 3 - Paladin, Dusty, and his uncle Muncie from 2021-05-28T22:41:48

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 29, 1960, Dusty and his uncle Muncie. The Lucky Penny mine has suddenly started to produce gold again...and Paladin smells a ra...

Classic Radio Theater for May 28, 2021 Hour 1 - Traitors for Hire from 2021-05-27T20:48:08

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 28, 1952, 69 years ago, Traitors for Hire. Cvetic is working in the U.S. Employment Office, and is ordered to place Com...

Classic Radio Theater for May 28, 2021 Hour 2 - Phil and Remley try to get tickets to South Pacific from 2021-05-27T20:45:33

Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast May 28, 1950, Getting Tickets to South Pacific. Phil tries to get an extra two tickets to, "South Pacific." No easy task! Also Lum n Abner, origi...

Classic Radio Theater for May 28, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and the Escapted Prisoner from 2021-05-27T20:40:41

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 28, 1946, The Escaped Prisoner. Mike Harlan has broken out of prison and winds up in the apartment of Boston Blackie. Also part 1 of ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 27, 2021 Hour 1 - Britt Ponset has problems over Blood Relations from 2021-05-27T00:12:45

The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast May 27, 1954, 67 years ago, Blood Relations. The brother of Jud Coffin is courting Viola Wilcox, George's sister. George is violently op...

Classic Radio Theater for May 27, 2021 Hour 2 - Shrimps Mcgee doesn't refer to his height... from 2021-05-27T00:09:45

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 27, 1947, Shrimps McGee. Fibber's in the kitchen, cooking up his recipe for "Shrimps McGee." Also Vic n Sade, originally broadcast May 27, 1940, M...

Classic Radio Theater for May 27, 2021 Hour 3 - Captain Quince, the Midwife? from 2021-05-27T00:06:08

Fort Laramie, originally broadcast May 27, 1956, The Sergeants Baby. Stella Merchant is expecting her baby shortly. Captain Quince is left in charge of the garrison. He becomes a midwife with the...

Classic Radio Theater for May 26, 2021 Hour 1 - King for a Day! from 2021-05-25T22:01:45

Fred Allen, originally broadcast May 26, 1946, 75 years Ago. King for A Day. Allen's Alley Question: "Do you have any trouble sleeping, and if you do, what are you doing about it?" Fred and guest...

Classic Radio Theater for May 26, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildy meets Leila from 2021-05-25T21:59:27

The Great Gildersleeve, originally broadcast May 26, 1946, Gildy meets Leila Ransome. Lying in his hammock, Gildersleeve remembers the day he first met Leila. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcas...

Classic Radio Theater for May 26, 2021 Hour 3 - Jimmy and Victor tour the country from 2021-05-25T21:53:11

Jimmy Durante, originally broadcast May 26, 1948 with guest Victor Moore. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take another of their musical political trips around the country. Also Chandu the Magician, o...

Classic Radio Theater for May 25, 2021 Hour 1 - Arch Oboler's Little Old Lady from 2021-05-24T18:39:11

Arch Oboler’s Lights Out, originally broadcast May 25, 1943, 78 years ago, Little Old Lady. Aunt Harriet, living alone in a dark wood, has some very strange feline companions!

Classic Radio Theater for May 25, 2021 Hour 2 - Donovan's Brain (Part 2) with Orson Welles from 2021-05-24T18:36:49

Suspense, originally broadcast May 25, 1944, Donovan’s Brain part 2 starring Orson Welles. A determined scientist plans to keep Mr. Donovan's brain alive in a jar...not such a good idea! Also Can...

Classic Radio Theater for May 25, 2021 Hour 3 - Luke Slaughter and the Outlaw Kid from 2021-05-24T18:33:40

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone, originally broadcast May 25, 1958, Outlaw Kid. Luke is accused of stealing horses and rustling cattle. He and Wichita hit the trail to Mexico to prove their innocence....

Classic Radio Theater for May 24, 2021 Hour 1 - Jack Webb and the Mail Thief from 2021-05-23T23:15:02

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 24, 1951, 70 years ago, The Big Mailman. The search for Harvey Fletcher, a mail thief.

Classic Radio Theater for May 24, 2021 Hour 2 - Steve Mitchell and the Burmese Witnesses from 2021-05-23T23:11:48

Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast May 24, 1950, Burmese Witnesses. You can sometimes hook the biggest fish of all, right in the middle of a freight car! Steve Mitc...

Classic Radio Theater for May 24, 2021 Hour 3 - Abandoned Children and a Potential Suicide from 2021-05-23T23:09:33

Night Watch with reporter Donn Reed, originally broadcast May 24, 1954, Abandoned Children and a Potential Suicide. Also part 4 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Tears of the Nig...

Classic Radio Theater for May 23, 2021 Hour 1 - Leiningen Versus the Ant from 2021-05-22T19:30:09

Escape, originally broadcast May 23, 1948, 73 years ago, Leiningen Versus the Ants starring William Conrad. A determined man battles even more determined insects in the tropical jungles.

Classic Radio Theater for May 23, 2021 Hour 2 - Leroy gets a job at Peaveys from 2021-05-22T19:15:14

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 23, 1943, Leroy gets a job. Leroy gets a job at Peavey's drug store, leaving Gildersleeve to move the lawn. Also Lum N Abner...

Classic Radio Theater for May 23, 2021 Hour 3 - The Lady in Red from 2021-05-22T19:00:02

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast May 23, 1950, The Lady in Red. Also part 3 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Dollar story, The Tears of the Night Matter, originally broadcast May 23, ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 22, 2021 Hour 1 - Trouble with the Sound Effects Man from 2021-05-21T23:40:12

Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 22, 1955, 66 years ago. Trouble with Twombly. Jack is having trouble with Twombley, the sound effects man. Eugene Twombley was really the name of one of the s...

Classic Radio Theater for May 22, 2021 Hour 2 - Paladin and the Lucky Penny from 2021-05-21T23:38:08

Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 22, 1960, Lucky Penny. Paladin hires out to young Dusty for $1.61, to keep his uncle from beating him and shooting his dog. Als...

Classic Radio Theater for May 22, 2021 Hour 3 - Inner Sanctum-Dead To Rights from 2021-05-21T23:35:40

Inner Sanctum, originally broadcast May 22, 1945, Dead to Rights. An inept couple murder for profit, and then run when the net closes in on them. Also part 2 of the 5 part Yours Truly Johnny Doll...

Classic Radio Theater for May 21, 2021 Hour 1 - Is Liz Pregnant? from 2021-05-20T22:20:09

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast May 21, 1950, 71 years ago. Liz fakes a cold to fool George's mother, but the plan backfires and the whole neighborhood thinks the ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 21, 2021 Hour 2 - Mr Conklin's Black Orchid from 2021-05-20T22:18:08

Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast May 21, 1950, Rare Black Orchid. Walter Denton has discovered uranium...on his shoe! Meanwhile, someone has stolen Mr. Conklin's rare black...

Classic Radio Theater for May 21, 2021 Hour 3 - The Blaine Brothers Pawn Shop Murder from 2021-05-20T22:14:31

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 21, 1946, The Blaine Brothers Pawn Shop Murder. Blackie tries to find the killer of Paul Blaine, the half-owner of a pawnshop. The ma...

Classic Radio Theater for May 20, 2021 Hour 1 - Half a million dollars to "The Party" in Canada! from 2021-05-19T20:20:15

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 20, 1953, 68 years ago, The Canadian Backbone. Cvetic is sent to Calgary to deliver $500,000 in cash to "the Party." ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 20, 2021 Hour 2 - Gold hunters around Fort Laramie from 2021-05-19T20:16:24

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast May 20, 1956, Gold. A group of men head up the Bozeman Trail into Indian territory, searching for gold and breaking the treaty. Also Lum n ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 20, 2021 Hour 3 - Markheim from 2021-05-19T20:12:07

The Weird Circle, originally broadcast May 20, 1945, Markheim. A weak-willed man is lead to theft and murder by his inner voice. Also Little Orphan Annie from 1936, Second Grade Logs used to buil...

Classic Radio Theater for May 19, 2021 Hour 1 - Murder in the Butcher Shop from 2021-05-18T19:04:18

Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast May 19, 1949, 72 years ago, Murder in the Butcher Shop. Costello has just invented a cellophane mattress for old maids. Try and guess the punchline! The "S...

Classic Radio Theater for May 19, 2021 Hour 2 - Does the Shadow's foe have the toudh of death? from 2021-05-18T19:02:14

The Shadow starring Bret Morrison, originally broadcast May 19, 1946, Touch of Death. A man who can kill with just his touch has learned the Shadow's secret identity and demands a showdown with h...

Classic Radio Theater for May 19, 2021 Hour 3 - A professor comes to a hasty conclusion... from 2021-05-18T18:26:12

The Whistler, originally broadcast May 19, 1947, Hasty conclusion. A college professor tries a little blackmail when he discovers that the head of the department has plagiarized the research of a ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 18, 2021 Hour 1 - Sergeant Preston and the bengal Tiger from 2021-05-17T21:35:28

Sergeant Preston of the Yukon starring Paul Sutton, originally broadcast May 18, 1954, 67 years ago, The Bengal Tiger. A fierce, man-eating Bengal tiger escapes from a circus. An express office hol...

Classic Radio Theater for May 18, 2021 Hour 2 - Orson Welles in Donovan's Brain-part 1 from 2021-05-17T21:33:01

Suspense, originally broadcast May 18, 1944, Donovan’s Brain part 1 starring Orson Welles. A determined scientist plans to keep Mr. Donovan's brain alive in a jar...not such a good idea! Also Baby...

Classic Radio Theater for May 18, 2021 Hour 3 - Slaughter Cattle Drive to Fort Huachuca from 2021-05-17T21:29:18

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone, originally broadcast May 18, 1958, 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 F...

Classic Radio Theater for May 17, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma in the New York Professional Women's Club? from 2021-05-16T19:15:14

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 17, 1948, 73 years ago, New York Professional Women's Club. Jane has been accepted into the, "New York Professional Women's Club." Ir...

Classic Radio Theater for May 17, 2021 Hour 2 - The ORIGINAL Radio Magazine from 1958 from 2021-05-16T19:05:19

Monitor, radio’s original magazine program, originally broadcast May 17, 1958 hosted by Peter Roberts and Walter Kiernan including Alex Dreier and Fibber McGee and Molly. Alex Dreier (from Chicago...

Classic Radio Theater for May 17, 2021 Hour 3 - Shoplifter in Culver City from 2021-05-16T19:00:21

Night Watch starring Donn Reid, originally broadcast May 17, 1954, The first call is about a shop-lifting suspect. A woman has been caught trying to steal shirts, and then is detained on a narcotic...

Classic Radio Theater for May 16, 2021 Hour 1 - New York, A Tapestry For Radio by Norman Corwin from 2021-05-15T22:05:42

Columbia Presents Corwin, originally broadcast May 16, 1944, 77 years ago, New York, A Tapestry For Radio. A description of the world's greatest city at war. Martin Gable narrates the story by Nor...

Classic Radio Theater for May 16, 2021 Hour 2 - Will Gildy and Leila live in a haunted house? from 2021-05-15T21:59:34

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 16, 1943, Haunted House. Leila has gotten the nesting instinct and thinks the Burton house would make an ideal home for the G...

Classic Radio Theater for May 16, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Manicure Murder Case from 2021-05-15T21:55:18

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast May 16, 1950, The Manicure Murder Case. A scientist named Edgar Wilson has been shot and is dying. But first, he stops for a manicure! Also ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 15, 2021 Hour 1 - The Black Art from 2021-05-14T22:16:07

Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast May 15, 1945, 76 years ago, The Black Art starring Simone Simon. A murderer about to be hanged is rescued by a woman with strange powers. This is the l...

Classic Radio Theater for May 15, 2021 Hour 2 - Chad Remington on the Open Range from 2021-05-14T22:13:21

Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 15, 1953, Open Range. A Texan homesteader is defending himself again rancher Sy Davenport. On whose land has a fence been built? Als...

Classic Radio Theater for May 15, 2021 Hour 3 - George Valentine and the Anthill from 2021-05-14T22:10:16

Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast May 15, 1950, The Anthill. A slot machine mechanic has been shot and is near death. Who is the secretive Mr. Black who...

Classic Radio Theater for May 14, 2021 Hour 1 - Willard Waterman's Blue Alibi from 2021-05-13T22:32:16

The Whistler, originally broadcast May 14, 1950, 71 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. Willard Waterma...

Classic Radio Theater for May 14, 2021 Hour 2 - The Dark Horse President from 2021-05-13T22:23:38

Mr President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast May 14, 1950, Dark Horse. Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast May 14, 1958, Driving to New York

Classic Radio Theater for May 14, 2021 Hour 3 - The RED Red Herring from 2021-05-13T22:12:46

I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 14, 1952, The Red Red Herring. Cvetic frames a loyal party member to protect himself. Also part 1 of the five-part Y...

Special Edition - On a Note of Triumph from 2021-05-13T03:11:52

On May 8, 1945, 60 million Americans tuned in to hear On A Note of Triumph, Norman Corwin's radio masterpiece marking the end of World War II in Europe. Lauded by Carl Sandburg as "one of the all-t...

Classic Radio Theater for May 13, 2021 Hour 1 - Capt. Quince and the War Correspondent from 2021-05-12T23:45:17

Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast May 13, 1956, 65 years ago, The War Correspondent. A reporter from a New York newspaper comes west to tell the "truth" and also to learn o...

Classic Radio Theater for May 13, 2021 Hour 2 - Fibber buys smuggled Irish tweed! from 2021-05-12T23:42:03

Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 13, 1947, Smuggled Irish Tweed. Fibber has purchased three bolts of "genuine" Irish tweed...at a bargain price too! Also The Couple Next Door, orig...

Classic Radio Theater for May 13, 2021 Hour 3 - Gildy meets Craig Bullard from 2021-05-12T23:38:49

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 13, 1945, Meet Craig Bullard. Gildersleeve is scheduled to debate Judge Hooker on the subject of, "Juvenile Delinquency." Aft...

Classic Radio Theater for May 12, 2021 Hour 1 - Irma picnics on an artillery range! from 2021-05-11T23:58:14

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 12, 1953, 68 years ago. Irma, Jane, and the crew go out for a picnic. Unfortunately the picnic grounds that Irma chose happens to be...

Classic Radio Theater for May 12, 2021 Hour 2 - Should Candiates be Married? from 2021-05-11T23:55:56

Jimmy Durante, originally broadcast May 12, 1948 with guest Victor Moore. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take a trip across the country taking a poll whether a candidate should be married. Also the...

Classic Radio Theater for May 12, 2021 Hour 3 - The Long Way Home from 2021-05-11T23:53:48

CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 12, 1957, The Long Way Home. A look at a future we hope will never be. Also Lum n Abner, originally broadcast May 14, 1935, the Hog Chain Letter is ...

Classic Radio Theater for May 11, 2021 Hour 1 - I Won't Die Alone from 2021-05-10T23:45:41

The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast May 11, 1948, 73 years ago, I Won’t Die Alone. Two crooks steal $254,000, but only one gets away. They meet seventeen years later.

Classic Radio Theater for May 11, 2021 Hour 2 - Ken Thurston and the Elusive Countess from 2021-05-10T23:43:33

The Man Called X Starring Herbert Marshall, originally broadcast May 11, 1951, The Elusive Countess. . Ken Thurston finds an elusive countess aboard an ocean liner en route to Hawaii, and a spy na...

Classic Radio Theater for May 11, 2021 Hour 3 - Kendall and the Cannibal from 2021-05-10T23:38:26

Frontier Gentleman, originally broadcast May 11, 1958, The Cannibal. Bringing renegade Apaches to town to be hanged, Luke and Wichita see a peaceful Mormon gun down a man in cold blood. Also pa...

Classic Radio Theater for May 10, 2021 Hour 1 - Art Linkletter proves People are Funny from 2021-05-09T19:35:19

People are Funny starring Art Linkletter, originally broadcast May 10, 1955, 66 years ago. Thanks to Jerry Haendiges for another rare transcripton. What happens when Art Linkletter stages a quarr...

Classic Radio Theater for May 10, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma the stowaway? from 2021-05-09T19:25:06

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 10, 1948. Richard is leaving on a trip to England. Jane and all her friends go down to the Queen Mary to see him off. Also Bob and Ra...

Classic Radio Theater for May 10, 2021 Hour 3 - The Illustrated Press investigates a Dressing Room Murder from 2021-05-09T19:15:11

Big Town starring Edward Pawley and Fran Carlon, originally broadcast May 10, 1949. Nightclub comic Mike Evans has been shot and killed in his dressing room. Myra Tyler has confessed to the crim...

Classic Radio Theater for May 9, 2021 Hour 1 - Whatever Happened to Ronald Coleman's Oscar? from 2021-05-08T19:20:11

Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 9, 1948, 73 years ago, What happened to Ronald Coleman’s Oscar? Jack tells guests Ronald Colman and Benita Hume that Ronald's Oscar has been stolen. A flashbac...

Classic Radio Theater for May 9, 2021 Hour 2 - Gildy and Leila's Wedding List from 2021-05-08T19:10:17

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 9, 1943, The Wedding List. Leila gets angry when Gildersleeve decides to play poker with the boys. Will a gift of candy do th...

Classic Radio Theater for May 9, 2021 Hour 3 - Philo Vance and the Whistling Murder Case from 2021-05-08T19:00:02

Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast May 9, 1950, The Whistling Murder Case. As the killer whistles, "Comin' Through The Rye," a husband and wife are shot after being blackmaile...

Classic Radio Theater for May 8, 2021 Hour 1 - It's still a Wonderful Life! from 2021-05-08T02:20:16

Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast May 8, 1949, 72 years ago, It’s a Wonderful Life starring Jimmy Stewart recreating his original screen role. Jimmy Stewart is the only original cas...

Classic Radio Theater for May 8, 2021 Hour 2 - Trouble Rides the Rails for Chad Remington from 2021-05-08T02:10:02

Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 8, 1953, Trouble Rides the Rails. Sherwood is building a railroad and has labor troubles...lots of them. Chad Remington and Cherokee O...

Classic Radio Theater for May 8, 2021 Hour 3 - Is Mars Heaven? from 2021-05-08T02:00:08

X Minus One, originally broadcast May 8, 1955, Mars is Heaven. The first Earthmen to arrive on Mars find some very familiar sights and even more familiar people. Also Part 2 of a Five Part Yours T...

Classic Radio Theater for May 7, 2021 Hour 1 - Trouble in Roaring River from 2021-05-07T23:13:02

The Adventures of Red Ryder starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 7, 1942, 79 years ago, Trouble in Roaring River. Red and Little Beaver ride to Devil's Hole where Ace Hanlon is terrorizi...

Classic Radio Theater for May 7, 2021 Hour 2 - The Campaign for Mayor gets HOT! from 2021-05-07T23:11:13

The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 7, 1944, The Campaign Gets Hot. Also The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast May 7, 1959, Barking Test for Brownie.

Classic Radio Theater for May 7, 2021 Hour 3 - Boston Blackie and The Winthrope Jewel Robberies from 2021-05-07T23:09:09

Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 7, 1946, The Winthrope Jewel Robberies. A diamond a day is disappearing from a jewelry company and Blackie is asked to help stop the...

Classic Radio Theater for May 6, 2021 Hour 1 - The Last Man on Earth heard a knock at the door from 2021-05-05T20:32:49

Dimension X, originally broadcast May 6, 1950, 71 years ago, Knock. The last man on Earth sat in a room, there was a knock on the door.

Classic Radio Theater for May 6, 2021 Hour 2 - Iris vs Liz - The Batle of the Bulge from 2021-05-05T20:29:51

My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast May 6, 1949, Overweight. An evening of home movies bring on weight reducing contest...Liz vs. Iris in "The Battl...

Classic Radio Theater for May 6, 2021 Hour 3 - Where's the money for the lodge picnic? from 2021-05-05T20:26:26

Amos n Andy, originally broadcast May 6, 1951, The Annual Lodge Picnic. The lodge picnic is this Saturday and the Kingfish has to come up with the $380 needed for it...fast! The picnic winds up be...

Classic Radio Theater for May 5, 2021 Hour 1 - Mr Blandings tries to rebuild the barn from 2021-05-05T20:23:13

Mr & Mrs Blandings starring Cary Grant and Betsy Drake, originally broadcast May 5, 1951, 70 years ago, Rebuilding the Barn. . Mr. Blandings decides to rebuild the barn...not an easy job!

Classic Radio Theater for May 5, 2021 Hour 2 - An Ivy Student wants to be an Actress... from 2021-05-05T20:20:30

The Halls of Ivy starring Ronald and Benita Coleman, originally broadcast May 5, 1950, Student Actress. Dr. and Mrs. Hall are under attack because of a letter written by Mrs. Hall advocating a li...

Classic Radio Theater for May 5, 2021 Hour 3 - Nightmare starring Elliot Lewis from 2021-05-05T20:17:22

The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 5, 1957, Nightmare starring Elliot Lewis. An experimental drama vividly portraying the stuff of nightmares. Also The Family Doctor from 1932, Loud...

Classic Radio Theater for May 4, 2021 Hour 1 - The Heavenly Jeep from 2021-05-03T18:51:24

Arch Oboler’s Lights Out, originally broadcast May 4, 1943, 78 years ago, The Heavenly Jeep. A story that's "literally out of this world."

Classic Radio Theater for May 4, 2021 Hour 2 - Friday and the Big Stop from 2021-05-03T18:49:26

Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 4, 1954, The Big Stop. A traffic cop has been shot in cold blood at an intersection...for no apparent reason. Also Lum n Abner, originally br...

Classic Radio Theater for May 4, 2021 Hour 3 - Worth its salt from 2021-05-03T18:46:44

Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast May 4, 1958, Worth it’s Salt. Ed Craig is running for the office of delegate to Congress, representing Arizona. He also bu...

Classic Radio Theater for May 3, 2021 Hour 1 - Steve Wilson investigates a Fatal Alibi from 2021-05-02T19:10:10

Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast May 3, 1949, 72 years ago, Fatal Alibi. Rip Rawson has knifed a truck driver on the docks. Sam Miller is forced to give him a false alibi.

Classic Radio Theater for May 3, 2021 Hour 2 - Irma is sick...love sick! from 2021-05-02T19:05:20

My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 3, 1948. Irma's not feeling very well. The doctor diagnoses a case of love sickness. Al has the perfect medicine, an engagement ring...

Classic Radio Theater for May 3, 2021 Hour 3 - Terry Murphy has been caught trying to steal a pistol from 2021-05-02T19:00:11

The Story of Dr Kildare starring Lew Ayers and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast May 3, 1950, Terry Murphy. Drs. Kildare and Gillespie try to help youngfrom a sporting goods store. Terry is ...