Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 12-14-25 - Gopher Trap, Kay and Tootsie, and an outdoor refreshment stand in December

Comedy on a Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny,  originally broadcast December 14, 1952, 73 years ago, The Gopher Trap.  Jack goes Christmas shopping for a gopher trap for Don Wilson, to the frustration of Mel Blanc.  Followed by The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show, originally broadcast December 14, 1943, 82 years ago.  Gracie tries to get guest Kay Kyser married to her friend Tootsie Sagwell.   Then, the Kraft Music Hall starring Bing Crosby,  originally broadcast December 14, 1944, 81 years ago.  The traditional Christmas Show.  Jerry Colonna does his famous, "Can't You Hear Me Calling, Caroline?" Bing sings a medley from, "Holiday Inn." Followed by the Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast December 14, 1952, 73 years ago, Roadside Refreshment Stand.   An outdoor refreshment stand in December doesn't earn enough to buy the boys a car. When Henry meets tired travelers at the stand, he decides to rent a family from Illinois rooms for the night in the Aldrich house. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 14, 1942, 83 years ago, Wedding Mix-Up.  Cedric has gotten another letter from W.  Lum suggests a plea of insanity! Thanks to Bill B. 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 12-13-25 - Post Martin, Out of Evil, and Murder Faces East

Westerns and Drama on a Saturday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 13, 1952, 73 years ago, Post Martin.  Beautiful Catherine Blair arrives in Dodge to visit her brother Martin, who's in jail to be tried for murder and cattle rustling.  Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast December 13, 1959, 66 years ago, Out Of Evil.   Paladin has been hired by wealthy Mr. Tarpley to recover $10,000 stolen by his daughter's boyfriend, Johnny Yeager.  Then, Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast December 13, 1948, 77 years ago, Murder Faces East starring Karl Swenson.  An oriental idol promises riches and wealth in return for a murder. There is about three seconds of another broadcast in the middle of the program. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast December 13, 1945, 80 years ago, The Argyle Album starring Robert Taylor.   Blackmail evidence causes multiple murders.  Finally,  Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 13, 1943, 82 years ago, Squire Will Drop The Charges.   Squire Skimp has agreed to drop the charges against Abner...but there's a catch! 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 12-12-25 - Bouncing Betty, London Tower, and Death Stalks the Hunter

Crime on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade, Detective starring Howard Duff,  originally broadcast December 12, 1948, 77 years ago, The Bouncing Betty Caper.   Sam becomes a chauffeur to enter a wealthy home and discover who's been threatening a woman. "Betty" turns out to be quite deadly, but not for the reason you think! Followed by Sherlock Holmes starring John Stanley, originally broadcast December 12, 1948, 77 years ago, The Adventure Of London Tower.   Holmes and Watson investigate mysterious sabotage threatening the structural integrity of London Tower. Their search uncovers a hidden plot aimed at destroying the landmark for revenge. Then, Big Town starring Edward Pawley,  originally broadcast December 12, 1944, 81 years ago, Death Stalks The Hunter.  A famous big-game hunter becomes the target when a killer turns his own tactics against him. Steve Wilson races to expose the murderer before the hunter becomes the hunted. Followed by Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast December 12, 1951, 74 years ago, Death and the Purple Cow.  A man with a gun orders Barrie Craig not to accept a new client. The gunman is himself shot after Barrie throws a cup of coffee in his face.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 12, 1947, 78 years ago, A Real Stunner.  Claudia's the hit of the party with Pierre's hair and eyebrows.  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 [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 12-11-25 - Stormy Weather, The Midnight Horseman, and Breakfast in Hollywood

A Mixed Bag on a Thursday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast December 11, 1949, 76 years ago, Stormy Weather.  "Have faith in time and time will justify your faith." Followed by Macabre, originally broadcast December 11, 1961, 64 years ago, The Midnight Horseman.  A painting of a black knight...with occult powers!  Then, Breakfast in Hollywood starring Tom Brenneman, originally broadcast December 11, 1946, 79 years ago.  The oldest guest is an eighty-year-old lady from Tehunga, California, who is very funny.  Followed by The March of Time narrated by Westbrook Van Voorhis, originally broadcast December 11, 1941, 84 years ago, Pearl Harbor.  A review of the activities in the country during the first five days of the United States at war. Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast December 11, 1947, 78 years ago, Blank Canvas.  A stove explosion turns into a hair-raising event.  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 12-10-25 - Tallulah and Boyer and Jimmy, and Edgar is in the hospital

Variety on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead,  originally broadcast December 10, 1950, 75 years ago.  Tallulah and Charles Boyer appear in, "All The Sad Young Men," by F. Scott Fitzgerald. Joe Bushkin plays his own composition, "Portrait Of Tallulah."  Clifton Webb, Jimmy Durante, and Imogene Coca are featured.   Followed by The Chase and Sanborn Hour starring Rudy Vallee, originally broadcast December 10, 1939, 86 years ago. Edgar Bergen is out sick! Charlie McCarthy reports on his condition from his bedside at St. Vincent's Hospital, Los Angeles. Guest Joan Blondell and Fred MacKaye appear in "After The Party's Gone," by Winston Miller and Michael Jackson. Vera Vague complains that Chivalry is dead. Bergen does two routines from the hospital. Charlie's Christmas shopping service is broke. Lansing Hatfield also appears.   Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 10, 1947, 78 years ago, The Joyous News. Breaking the BIG news to Poppa David. 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 [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