Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 11-28-25 - Key Largo, Quarter Eagle, and Intermezzo

Drama on Black Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast November 28, 1949, 76 years ago,  Key Largo starring Edward G. Robinson.  Johnny Rocco is returning to the United States to start his rackets once again. Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade, Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast November 28, 1948, 77 years ago, The Quarter Eagle Caper.   The owner of a gum-machine company is murdered, giving Sam plenty to chew on! Then, Theater of Romance, originally broadcast November 28, 1944, 81 years ago, Intermezzo.   The romance between a violinist and his beautiful accompanist.  Ralph Bellamy stars.   Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 28, 1947, 78 years ago, Nice Night for a Walk.   It's been a nice night for a walk. Claudia gets something in her eye.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream [http://classicradio.stream] Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com [https://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 [http://radio.macinmind.com]for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Classic Radio 11-27-25 - The Day CBS cut almost all the remaining Dramatic Shows

Thanksgiving shows and the end of Radio Shows from Hollywood on a Thursday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth,  originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 78 years ago, After Turkey, The Bill.   A young ex-con is framed for a gas station robbery on Thanksgiving.  Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, Home Is Where You Find It.  From The Suspense Project [https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com]:  “This episode was expected to be the final Suspense broadcast. The series was cancelled along with numerous other programs, including all soap operas. Suspense would return and replace Gunsmoke at the end of June 1961 and conclude on September 30, 1962. Mandel Kramer plays “Tex,” a fast-talking Texan who meets a man named John on a train. Tex thinks John is an easy target to convince him to consider a shady proposition to make some big money. “ Then, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, The Empty Threat Matter.  Johnny returns from Tahiti with a nervous old man, who is sure that he's going to be murdered.  Bob Bailey’s final show and the last show from Hollywood.  Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, From Here To Boston.    The last show of the series. Paladin inherits a fortune and moves to Boston...after narrowly avoiding being poisoned.  Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, Dirt.    A shotgun wedding in Dodge, but with a twist. The groom gets shot if he marries the girl...and also if he doesn't! And what about Crazy Beulah?  The show would continue a few more months until June 18, 1961 when Suspense would return. https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com/2025/10/1961-06-25-call-me-at-half-past.html [https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com/2025/10/1961-06-25-call-me-at-half-past.html] Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 78 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner.  Thanksgiving dinner...with champagne – and Coca Cola! Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream [http://classicradio.stream] Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com [https://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://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf] https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html [https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html]

Classic Radio 11-26-25 - Thanksgiving Dinner, Turkey Raffle, and Dinner at Mary's House

Thanksgiving shows on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 26, 1953, 72 years ago,  Thanksgiving Dinner.  A typical Thanksgiving day at the Anderson house.  Followed by The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast November 26, 1947, 78 years ago with guest Victor Moore.   Treacher has been selling raffle tickets on Durante's turkey. Jimmy and Victor Moore in the frozen North catch a claim jumper.  Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 26, 1940, 85 years ago, Uncle Dennis Visits the McGees.  Uncle Dennis has left 79 Wistful Vista in a shambles after a visit.  Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 26, 1944, 81 years ago, Thanksgiving at Mary’s House. There's going to be a Thanksgiving Party at Mary's house.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 26, 1947, 78 years ago, Painted Into a Corner.  Painted in...with Aunt Louisa's party out of the picture.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream [http://classicradio.stream] Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com [https://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 [http://radio.macinmind.com] for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

Classic Radio 11-25-25 - Landing at Plymouth Rock, Free Land, and Jack's Trailer Court

Thanksgiving programs on a Tuesday     First, a look at this day in History.     Then, Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast November 25, 1948, 77 years ago, Thanksgiving Show. The opening monologue focuses on football, followed by stories about Lou’s Uncle Mike. The episode also features a comedic skit where the boys reenact the Pilgrims’ landing at Plymouth Rock in 1620.     Followed by The Hallmark Playhouse, originally broadcast November 25, 1948, 77 years ago, Free Land starring Martha Scott. The tribulations of a pioneering couple in the Dakota Territory.     Then, The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 70 years ago. Guest Jack Benny is running a trailer court, Dr. Fred Webb Hodge, an Indian expert. Prof. Kirkwood tells how to print money. "Whither Literature."     Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 25, 1947, 78 years ago, No Room At The Inn. A new apartment? Not quite yet. Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.     Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream     [http://classicradio.stream] Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com [https://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://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdf] https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html   [https://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html]

Classic Radio 11-24-25 - The Hardy Family visits, The Terrified Turkey, and Thanksgiving Dinner

First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Good News of 1939 with host Robert Young, originally broadcast November 24, 1938, 87 years ago,  Thanksgiving Program with the Andy Hardy Movie Cast.  Daddy is proud of his new car, Baby Snooks is suitably impressed. Frank Morgan has had an accident with his car, he relates his experiences mining gold in the Mojave Desert.   A Thanksgiving drama, "Thanksgiving At The Hardy's," with Mickey Rooney, Lewis Stone, Fay Holden, Cecilia Parker, and Ann Rutherford. An original drama directed by George B. Seitz.  Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Steve Dunne, originally broadcast November 24, 1950, 75 years ago, The Terrified Turkey Caper.  Who's trying to kill Thom Turkey...on Thanksgiving Day? Then, Point Sublime starring Cliff Arquette and Mel Blanc, originally broadcast November 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Big Crowd for Thanksgiving Dinner.  Evy plans on a Thanksgiving dinner two days early due to an eye operations and a sick baby.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Bath Time for Shakespeare.  Shakespeare's honey, bath, and fight.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star. Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream [http://classicradio.stream] Check out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com [https://profbees.com] and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order!