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Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

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Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long-time (as in more than half a...

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United States

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Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long-time (as in more than half a century) fan and the heart of a forty-year newsman. But more than just “playing the hits”, Wyatt supplements the first hour of each day’s show with historical information on the day and date in history, including audio that takes you back to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. FDR, Eisenhower, JFK, Reagan, Carter, Nixon, LBJ. It’s a true slice of life from not just radio’s past, but America’s past. Wyatt produces 21 hours a week of freshly minted Classic Radio Theater presentations each week, and each day’s broadcast is timely and entertaining!

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English

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775-469-0951


Episodes
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Classic Radio 05-14-26 - Wilson in Occupied Paris, Murder in the Vineyard, and Battles of Belvedere

5/14/2026
Crime on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Big Town starring Edward G. Robinson, dated May 14, 1942, 84 years ago, Occupied Paris. Steve Wilson and Lorelei are in Nazi-occupied Paris, fighting the Germans. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 14, 1935, 91 years ago, Murder in the Vineyard. A rancher has been found murdered near Fresno. Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast May 14, 1949, 77 years ago, the Battles of Belvedere Caper. Sam Spade is hired by an eccentric, wealthy woman living in a mansion in Belvedere, an affluent area in the San Francisco Bay Area. The client is embroiled in a bizarre "war" with her neighbors, involving property disputes and escalating antics that move from petty grievances to actual danger. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 14, 1952, 74 years ago, The Red Red Herring. Cvetic frames a loyal party member to protect himself. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 14, 1948, 78 years ago, The Prodigal Pup. The story of Bluff and Mr. Tucker. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:25:23

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Classic Radio 05-13-26 - Anniversary Gift, She Loves Me Not, and the Record Salmon

5/13/2026
Comedy on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast May 13, 1949, 77 years ago, Anniversary. George buys a nightgown for Liz’s anniversary present. Mr Attebury buys his wife a mink coat. But the gifts get mixed up. Followed by the Old Gold Comedy Theater hosted by Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast May 13, 1945, 81 years ago, She Loves Me Not starring Ria Montez and Tom Drake. A campus comedy about the Princeton students with the Philadelphia nightclub singer hidden in their closet. Bing Crosby and Miriam Hopkins starred in the original 1934 motion picture. Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 13, 1941, 84 years ago, Record Salmon Dinner. Otis Cadwallader, Molly's old boyfriend, is sending the McGees a salmon by air...or is he? Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast May 13, 1951, 75 years ago, Ramona Looking for Andy. The Kingfish is avoiding all those people to whom he owes money. Wealthy Ramona Thompson is looking for Andy, an old flame from twenty years ago. The Kingfish sees a way of brokering a deal. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 13, 1948, 78 years ago, An Evening Stroll. A visit to Mama...and her butler. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:29:59

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Classic Radio 05-12-26 - Rochesters Private Life, Leilas Boy Friend, and Should a Candidate Be Married

5/12/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Private Life of Rochester Van Jones starring Eddie Anderson, dated May 12, 1950, 76 years ago, The Audition Episode. In these unaired recordings, Rochester goes to call on his girl Suzy. He gets a part-time job at a finance company. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 12, 1946, 80 years ago, Leila’s Boy Friend. Gildersleeve conquers a rival for the hand of fair Leila. Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast May 12, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take a cross-country trip, taking a poll on whether a candidate should be married. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 12, 1957, 69 years ago, The Long Way Home. A look at a future we hope will never be. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 12, 1948, 78 years ago, Breakfast In Bed. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Duration:02:28:39

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Classic Radio 05-11-26 - Murder in the Script Department, The Big Look, and Old Man's New Stand

5/11/2026
Crime on a Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Lights Out, originally broadcast May 11, 1943, 83 years ago, Murder in the Script Department. Two typists are haunted at a radio network. Don't ever complain about Mr. Oboler's scripts! Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 11, 1954, 72 years ago, The Big Look. Mrs. Kieran has been found badly beaten. The evidence points to Mr. Kieran, but then a second woman is found beaten up. Then, Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast May 11, 1954, 72 years ago, Old Man Krause's New Stand. A newsstand operator named Mr. Krauss has been beaten up twice. Did The Dancer do it? Then, a ninety-year-old woman is shot to death! Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast May 11, 1956, 70 years ago, The Enormous Radio. A newly purchased radio picks up voices from neighboring apartments instead of regular broadcasts. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 11, 1948, 78 years ago, An Appointment in New York. A visit to Dr. Roland. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:15:56

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Classic Radio 05-10-26 - The Wedding Day, Junk Around the House, and will Jack be Fired

5/10/2026
Comedy on a Sunday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 10, 1950, 76 years ago, The Wedding Day. Marjorie's wedding day...at last! Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast May 10, 1951, 75 years ago, Junk Around The House. Father is upset about the family buying “junk”, so Jim buys a lot of putty. Little does he know... Then, The Jello Show starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 10, 1942, 84 years ago, Jack Thinks He’s Going To Be Fired! Jack goes to see the president of General Foods, and is told that this is to be his last season on the air for Jello. Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast May 10, 1948, 78 years ago, Bon Voyage. Richard is leaving on a trip to England. Jane and all her friends go down to the Queen Mary to see him off. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 10, 1948, 78 years ago, Parking the Car. W.C. Fields is alive and well and working in a parking lot. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:37:01

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Classic Radio 05-09-26 - My Man Godfrey and a salute to Fred Allen

5/9/2026
ariety on a Saturday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 9, 1938, 88 years ago, My Man Godfrey starring William Powell and Carole Lombard. The classic screwball comedy of the Depression. Powell and Lombard are reprising their roles from the 1936 Oscar-nominated picture. Followed by Biography in Sound, originally broadcast May 29, 1956, 70 years ago, Portrait of Fred Allen. The life story of the famous radio humorist. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 9, 1955, 71 years ago, Molly Gets Jury duty. Molly's been called to jury duty...and Fibber is accused of tampering with a juror. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:30:51

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Classic Radio 05-08-26 - Locket in my Pocket, Trouble Rides the Rails, and The Wrong Man

5/8/2026
Westerns on a Friday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast May 8, 1945, 81 years ago, I've Got a Locket in my Pocket. On this V-E Day episode, screen bad guy Porter Hall joins Roy’s cast to tell the story of Pecos Bill. Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 8, 1953, 73 years ago, Trouble Rides the Rails. Sherwood is building a railroad and has labor troubles...lots of them. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 8, 1960, 66 years ago, The Wrong Man. A knife-wielding dude has arrived in Dodge and is promptly arrested by Marshal Dillon on suspicion of murder. Could he really be Jim Wydell, the estranged son of old man Wydell? Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 8, 1960, 66 years ago, Pat Murphy. Paladin sets out to take a doctor away from a bounty hunter to save a sick baby! Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 8, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Writes to his Congressman. Fibber's against the "comic book ban" and writes a letter to Congress. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:25:53

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Classic Radio 05-07-26 - Little Red Schoolhouse, Purloined Ruby, and the Winthrope Jewels

5/7/2026
Crime on a Thursday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, I was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast May 7, 1952, 74 years ago, Little Red Schoolhouse. Plans are made to subvert a small American college. Followed by the New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally broadcast May 7, 1945, 81 years ago, The Purloined Ruby. A missing gem, a murder and a clue from Edgar Allen Poe. Then, Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast May 7, 1946, 80 years ago, The Winthrope Jewel Robberies. A diamond a day is disappearing from a jewelry company and Blackie is asked to help stop the thefts. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast May 7, 1935, 91 years ago, The Wilting Chrysanthemum. The wife and baby girl of a Japanese man in Los Angeles have disappeared. The wife has run off with her lover. A dead baby is found buried under tin cans, with two bullet holes! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 7, 1948, 78 years ago, Dry Files. David's partner Roger, is going to go fishing with David. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:24:53

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Classic Radio 05-06-26 - Lodge Picnic, Unemployemnt Insurance, and Advice to the Peyton girl

5/6/2026
Variety on a Wednesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast May 6, 1951, 75 years ago, 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 being held on an artillery range! Followed by The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast May 6, 1951, 75 years ago. The last show of the season. Groucho Marx does a funny dialogue with Tallulah. George Jessel delivers a eulogy for "The Big Show." Fred Allen teaches Tallulah how to collect unemployment insurance, and Margaret Truman sings. Groucho sings "Go West." Jessel does a monologue in praise of Hollywood and imitates Al Jolson and Eddie Cantor. "Advice To The Little Peyton Girl," by Dorothy Parker, with Tallulah and Margaret Truman. Marriage counselor Groucho advises Fred Allen and Ginger Rogers! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 6, 1948, 78 years ago, Noises in the Pipe. Claudia and David are doing the dishes...without a maid. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:36:32

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Classic Radio 05-05-26 - Clown Hall Tonight, Rebuilding the Barn, and Homer is engaged

5/5/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Jello Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 5, 1940, 86 years ago, Clown Hall Tonight. The program originates from the Ritz Theatre, New York City. Jack is celebrating his ninth anniversary in radio. He recalls his very "first" radio show. The cast does its version of "The Fred Allen Show" called "The Hour Of Smiles." Jack plays the role of Fred Allen with a clothespin on his nose. Followed by Mr. and Mrs. Blandings starring Cary Grant and Betsy Drake, originally broadcast May 5, 1951, 75 years ago, Rebuild the Barn. Mr. Blandings decides to rebuild the barn...not an easy job! Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast May 5, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and guest Victor Moore take a trip around the country, taking a survey about traveling problems. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast May 5, 1949, 77 years ago, Homer Engaged to Agnes. Homer finds himself engaged against his will, and Henry tries to help him get out of it. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 5, 1948, 78 years ago, The New Maid. David and Claudia are waiting for the new maid to arrive by train. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:43:10

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This may be the LAST podcast you see on YouTube - the Anti-Creator platform

5/4/2026
YouTube continues to delete and de-monetize small creators. Their broken copyright system is useless. Their AI moderation is broken. Great creators are disappearing daily. Get the Spreaker app or any other podcast app and keep following us. I don't expect us to be on YouTube much longer.

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Classic Radio 05-04-26 - The Big Stop, Abigail Chrisenberry, and Richest Man in the West

5/4/2026
Crime on a Monday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 4, 1954, 72 years ago, The Big Stop. A traffic cop has been shot in cold blood at an intersection...for no apparent reason. Followed by Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast May 4, 1954, 72 years ago, Abigail Chrisenberry. Peter meets beautiful Abigail Christenberry in a bar. He soon finds himself accused of Abigail's murder! Then, Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 4, 1958, 68 years ago, Richest Man in the West. A rich man named Buck Wharton and his private train are held up by Willy Ringo and his gang of badmen. Followed by Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast May 4, 1958, 68 years ago, Worth Its Salt. Ed Craig is running for delegate to Congress representing Arizona. He also purchases a salted gold mine that is secretly owned by his political opponent. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 4, 1948, 78 years ago, Reviewing the Budget. David declines a glass of milk. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:22:24

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Classic Radio 05-03-26 - Bronco Disappears, Missing Salesman, and Hands Across the Table

5/3/2026
Comedy on a Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 3, 1950, 76 years ago, Bronco Disappears. Where's Bronco? Perhaps with an old girlfriend? Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast May 3, 1951, 75 years ago, A Missing Salesman. The Anderson family is looking for a missing salesman sent to the house by an important client. Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 3, 1937, 89 years ago, Hands Across the Table starring Claudette Colbert and Joel McCrea. The adaptation of the 1935 picture starring Colbert and Fred MacMurray. A manicurist is desperate to land a wealthy man. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast May 3, 1948, 78 years ago, Mama Takes the Train. Claudia and Mama are driving to the station, and Mama is leaving to stay with Aunt Louisa. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:38:46

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Classic Radio 05-02-26 - SOS, Suzie's Cue, and No Coffin for the Dead

5/2/2026
Crime on a Saturday First, a look at this day in History. Then, The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast May 2, 1950, 76 years ago, SOS. Three desperadoes plan to rob a rocket liner of five million dollars in uncut diamonds...by threatening to explode the uranium that's on board! Followed by the Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast May 2, 1952, 74 years ago, Suzie’s Cue. Harry's in Vienna, very interested in a diamond necklace formally owned by Marie Antoinette. Then, Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast May 2, 1945, 81 years ago, No Coffin For the Dead. Who killed Peter Frame? The assailant is identified as the insane son of Peter Frame's housekeeper. However, the son has been shot while escaping from an asylum and is unable to walk. Followed by the Adventures of Red Ryder starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast May 2, 1942, 84 years ago, Riata Springs. Turtleneck Pass has been fenced off, keeping Red and his friends from completing their cattle drive. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 2, 1955, 71 years ago, McGee Finds a Phone Number in an Old Wallet. Whose phone number is it? Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! Find the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Duration:02:28:27

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Classic Radio 05-01-26 - All My Sons, Cara, and Dressed to Kill

5/1/2026
Variety on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast May 1, 1950, 76 years ago, All My Sons starring Burt Lancaster. An adaptation of a 1948 film starring Edward G. Robinson. A drama about a factory owner whose partner is in prison for shipping defective parts during the war. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 1, 1954, 72 years ago, Cara. Ben Tolliver and his gang are coming to Dodge to rob the bank. Marshal Dillon suspects his old girlfriend Cara is a member of the gang. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 1, 1960, 66 years ago, Dressed to Kill. Paladin delivers a railroad payroll to the town of Terminal...and rescues a kidnapped damsel in distress. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast May 1, 1955, 71 years ago, The Mystery Ladies Society. Fibber is made an honorary member of Teeny's "Mystery Ladies Society." A lost fountain pen follows a trip to the secret clubhouse. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:25:39

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Classic Radio 04-30-26 - Ponce De Lion, I Can't Sleep, and Corpse in the Cellar

4/30/2026
Crime on a Thursday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast April 30, 1951, 75 years ago, The Discovery of Ponce the Lion. Ponce is back in town and planning to kill all those who testified against him. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 30, 1953, 73 years ago, I Can’t Sleep. The Party assigns a room-mate to Cvetic with a tape-recorder when it finds out he's been talking in his sleep. Then, Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 30, 1935, 91 years ago, The Corpse In The Cellar. A body has been found buried in the basement of a house, wearing a gold ring and wearing a silver belt buckle. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast April 30, 1945, 81 years ago, The Master’s Tree. Miss Alice returns home after searching for Mr. Phillips for five years. He disappeared off the face of the earth. There are strange things about that tree in the garden. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 30, 1948, 78 years ago, The Happy Woman. David is waiting for dinner; Claudia and Mama are working in the kitchen. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:27:14

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Classic Radio 04-29-26 - Tallulah and Ethel and Miltie, and Cousin Sidney at the Kingfish home

4/29/2026
Variety on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast April 29, 1951, 75 years ago. Ethel Merman opens the show with, "There's No Business Like Show Business." Frank Lovejoy appears in an "I Was A Communist For The FBI" drama and the real Matt Cvetic makes a brief anti-communist speech. Rosemary Clooney sings, "Taking a Chance On Love." Gordon MacRae recalls his days as an NBC page. Uncle Miltie does a great monologue about the good old days of radio, and other topics. The cast does a salute to Meredith Willson by singing a medley of his compositions. Followed by Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast April 29, 1951, 75 years ago, Cousin Sidney Stays Behind. Brother-in-law Leroy comes to visit. The Kingfish's cousin Sidney comes to visit too...along with his parrot! "Holy Mackell!". Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 29, 1948, 78 years ago, A Visit from Bertha and Fritz. David has returned from New York. The carpenters are still working on the new wing. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:44:35

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Classic Radio 04-28-26 - Wife, Husband, and Friend; Jimmy and Lucy, and Gildy Swears off Girls

4/28/2026
Comedy on a Tuesday First, a look at this day in History. Then, Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast April 28, 1941, 85 years ago, Wife, Husband, and Friend starring George Brent, Priscilla Lane, and Gail Patrick. An adaptation of a 1939 comedy film. When a man's wife decides to resume her operatic career, she flops badly, but her husband succeeds in a big way! Followed by The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 28, 1948, 78 years ago. Jimmy and his guest Lucille Ball tour the country to see how women fit into American industry. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 28, 1954, 72 years ago, Gildy Swears Off Girls. Gildy swears off dating women to save money. Peavy bets him a new hat that he can't do it. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 28, 1948, 78 years ago, Noises in the Night. Mama has returned to New York. It's 7:30 in the morning and Claudia and David are driving to the train. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Bill B for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!

Duration:02:35:16

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Classic Radio 04-27-26 - Refresher Course, Record Collectors, and Death Watch

4/27/2026
Comedy and Westerns on a Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The First Nighter Program, originally broadcast April 27, 1952, 74 years ago, Refresher Course starring Barbara Luddy and Olan Soule. A domestic comedy, a bewildered husband, two kids and a frustrated wife. What this family needs is a refresher course...in marriage! Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast April 27, 1956, 70 years ago, The Record Collectors. John Dehner interviews two record collectors who play some items from their collections. Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast April 27, 1958, 68 years ago, Death Watch. Slaughter is accused of horse stealing. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 27, 1958, 68 years ago, Some Random Notes From A Stagecoach. Kendall recalls his various experiences in his first three months in the West. . Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast April 27, 1948, 78 years ago, Repairing The Wall. Claudia and David are up at 8:15 A.M. and out for a walk. A meeting with Matthew Warren is planned. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Duration:02:19:43

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

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

Duration:02:29:02