Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

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

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 [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!

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

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

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

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

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 [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!