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"Gang Busters" was a popular old-time radio show that aired from 1936 to 1957. Created by Phillips H. Lord, it was known for its dramatic reenactments of real-life crime stories, often in collaboration with law enforcement agencies like the FBI. The show was famous for its opening, which featured loud sound effects like sirens and gunshots, setting the stage for the thrilling stories to follow.Episodes of "Gang Busters" often focused on notorious criminals and the efforts to capture them, providing listeners with a mix of suspense and action. The show was so influential that it even inspired a...

Graham Kennedy's RS Playhouse was a notable radio show that aired in 1979. The show consisted of eight 30-minute radio comedies, written by Gary Reilly and Tony Sattler, who were also known for their work on television programs like *Kingswood Country* and *The Naked Vicar Show*. These episodes were broadcast on the ABC network from August 11 to September 23, 1979.Kennedy, often referred to as "The King of Australian television," brought his unique comedic style to the radio format, creating a memorable series that showcased his versatility as an entertainer. The show featured a variety of ...

The Campbell Playhouse was a radio drama series that aired on CBS from 1938 to 1941. Here's a breakdown of what made it interesting:Star Power: It was directed by and starred the legendary Orson Welles, known for his innovative use of sound effects and captivating voice.Classic Adaptations: During its first two seasons (1938-1940), the show focused on hour-long adaptations of classic plays, novels, and even some popular movies. Think "The Count of Monte Cristo" or "Rebecca" brought to life through radio.Shifting Format: After Welles left, the show continued for a season with a shorter format (...

The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943. Here are some highlights:Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:No, No, Nanette (with co-star ...

Listen to Classic Radio Shows From time passed by and let your imagination run wild. The Golden Age of Radio, also known as the old-time radio era, was an era of radio programming in which radio was the dominant electronic home entertainment medium. It began with the birth of commercial radio broadcasting in the early 1920s and lasted through the 1960s, when television gradually superseded radio as the medium of choice for scripted programming, variety and dramatic shows.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https...

Going on-air from 1952 to 1953, the Best Plays was an NBC Radio program that featured some of the most excellent theatric plays ever created. Some of the best ones featured were dramatic or comedic plays. John Chapman, New York Daily News' drama critic, served as the program's host.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s ...

"Cavalcade of America" was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.- The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.- It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.- The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.- Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning ...

Going on-air from 1952 to 1953, the Best Plays was an NBC Radio program that featured some of the most excellent theatric plays ever created. Some of the best ones featured were dramatic or comedic plays. John Chapman, New York Daily News' drama critic, served as the program's host.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s ...

A Life of Bliss, a new radio sitcom, was introduced by the BBC on the 29th of July, 1953, starring George Cole as awkward, absent-minded bachelor David Bliss In the early episodes, Nora Swinburne played his sister, Pamela Batten & Esmond Knight his brother-in-law, Robert Batten.

The Clock was a radio anthology narrated by Father Time and broadcast 80 half-hour episodes from November 3, 1946, to May 9, 1948. Its stories were mostly mystery and crime with a tiny smattering of supernaturally themed episodes. The Clock originated in Australia and was syndicated to the United States.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Patreon Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the...

Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator was a detective drama heard on NBC Radio from October 3, 1951, to June 30, 1955. Detective Barrie Craig worked alone from his Madison Avenue office. Unlike his contemporaries Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe, Craig had a laid-back personality, cutting against the popular hard-boiled detective stereotype. Others in the cast included Ralph Bell, Elspeth Eric, Parker Fennelly, Santos Ortega, Arnold Moss, Parley Baer, Virginia Gregg, and Betty Lou Gerson.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My ...

Exploring the Legacy of "Crime Classics": A Pioneering Radio Docudrama"Crime Classics" remains a significant piece of broadcasting history, a testament to the golden age of radio. This CBS radio docudrama, which aired from June 15, 1953, to June 30, 1954, was a pioneer in its genre, blending historical accuracy with gripping storytelling. The show was the brainchild of Elliott Lewis, who not only produced and directed it but also played a crucial role in its creation.Each episode of "Crime Classics" was meticulously crafted by writers Morton Fine and David Friedkin, with Lewis's guidance ...

Calling All Detectives is said to be the earliest form of mystery-based quiz shows. Mutual Radio (Weekly): 4/7/1945 – 8/25/1945 Syndication: 1947? – 1950? Vincent Pelletier as "Robin" (Network Run) Paul Barnes as "Dectective Jerry Browning" (Syndicated Run) In the network version, listeners were selected from cards that they sent to the show. When the mystery reached its climax, local announcers would call their listeners, and listeners who solved the mystery received prizes.

NYPA ENTERTAINMENT RADIO DISCUSSES THE LATEST TOPICS IN SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT, PLAYS THE HOTTEST MUSIC FROM ALL GENRES AND OF COURSE SPECIAL GUESTS!

Beginning in the summer of 1944, at the height of World War II, The Man Called X was originally a kind of "FBI" program. The series soon developed a more international approach, however, featuring danger, intrigue, and romance in exotic settings. On any given Saturday or Sunday evening, Wendell Niles would say, "Wherever there is mystery, intrigue, romance, in all the strange and mysterious places of the world, there you will find "The Man Called X".The Man Called X starred British-born actor, Herbert Marshall as suave, sophisticated Ken Thurston, undercover international troubleshooter for a ...

The Alan Young Show is an American radio and television series presented in diverse formats over a nine-year period and starring British-Canadian-American actor Alan Young. The series began on NBC Radio as a summer replacement situation comedy in 1944, featuring vocalist Bea Wain. It then moved to ABC Radio with Jean Gillespie portraying Young's girlfriend Betty. The program was next broadcast by NBC for a 1946-47 run and was off in 1948. When it returned to NBC in 1949, Louise Erickson played Betty and Jim Backus was heard as snobbish playboy Hubert Updike III, a character he later adapted as...

The Charlotte Greenwood Show is a radio situation comedy in the United States. It was broadcast on NBC from June 13 to September 5, 1944 and on ABC from October 15, 1944 to January 6, 1946.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Patreon Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or ...

The biggest names in Hollywood and Broadway recorded for AFRS during the war years, The American Forces Network can trace its origins back to May 26, 1942, when the War Department established the Armed Forces Radio Service (AFRS). The U.S. Army began broadcasting from London during World War II, using equipment and studio facilities borrowed from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The first transmission to U.S. troops began at 5:45 p.m. on July 4, 1943, and included less than five hours of recorded shows, a BBC news and sports broadcast. That day, Corporal Syl Binkin became the first ...

Big John and Sparkie was a 1950’s radio show created by Jon Arthur. Although the show was intended for kids, many adults also became avid listeners due to its funny and very entertaining theme. The show is about Big John and his “little boy” Sparkie. Sparkie is said to be (and sounds like) an “elf from the land of make-believe,” but his thoughts and actions were like that of a little boy.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Remember that times have changed, and some ...

Hobo Haynes and a series of other working-class characters fight back against the authorities and anybody else who might look down on them. Many musical acts of the time also appear to add a little variety to proceedings.Stars:Arthur Haynes, Nicholas Parsons, Leslie Noyes