Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 01-24-26 - Helen Bricker, The Old Lady, and Nataemon

Westerns on a Saturday (With one drama)  First,  a look at this day in History. Then, The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast January 24, 1954, 72 years ago, Helen Bricker.  Helen Bricker is ostracized by the town because of her outlaw husband. A mob plans to burn her out after her husband is hanged.  Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast January 24, 1953, 73 years ago.  The Old Lady.   Ellen Henry, a bitter widow with a drunken son, has a secret that involves stolen cattle. Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast January 24, 1960, 66 years ago, Nataemon.  The search for Dr. Amos Bradbury, disgraced ten years ago and living with the Indians.    Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast January 24, 1960, 66 years ago, Turn About starring Leonard Stone.  A murderer holds the District Attorney and his family captive in their own house. His goal is to have an innocent man executed for his crime.  Finally,  Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast January 24, 1955, 71 years ago, Gee Quiz.   "Are you a louse to your spouse?" Fibber and Molly decide to find out.  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!

Classic Radio 01-23-26 - League of Nations, Death is an Artist, and The Gasfitter's Ball

Drama on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Mr. President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast January 23, 1949, 77 years ago, He Went to Paris.  The president tries hard to create a "League Of Nations," at the risk of his own health. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast January 23, 1945, 81 years ago, Death is an Artist starring Lee Bowman.  Four dead cats and a man are found in an apartment...all with their throats slit or their heads cut off! The story of the human victim involves a hated wife and murder. Then, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Sir John Gielgud and Sir Ralph Richardson,  originally broadcast January 23, 1955, 71 years ago, The Tragedy Of The Gasfitter's Ball. A young lady's husband-to-be disappears on the way to the altar. Sherlock solves the case without ever leaving his room. Followed by The Screen Directors Playhouse,  originally broadcast January 23, 1949, 77 years ago, The Exile starring Douglas Fairbanks Jr.  An adaptation of the 1947 movie that was written and produced by the star Fairbanks.  Guest screen director Max Ophuls introduces the story of Charles II's exile in Holland. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 23, 1948, 78 years ago, Waiting for the Mailman.  No farm for Claudia.   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 01-22-26 - Town Hall Tonight and Edgar and Charlie

Comedy on a Thursday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Town Hall Tonight starring Fred Allen, originally broadcast January 22, 1936, 89 years ago.   The program starts with, "The Town Hall News." Miss Shrill sings, "Hark, The Gentle Lark." The Town Hall Quartet sings, "Slip Horn Sam." "The Mighty Allen Art Players" perform "Mumbo," or "Who Stole The Elephant From Billy Nose's Finale." "One Long Pan" solves the mystery of the missing elephants.     Followed by The New Edgar Bergen Show with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast January 22, 1956, 69 years ago.  Prof. Kirkwood's Do-It-Yourself Snore Cure Kit, Mortimer the wrestler, guest is safety expert Cecil Zon, McCarthy's "Cavalcade Of Flops." Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast January 22, 1948, 78 years ago, Nothing Ever Happens to Us.   Will they get the farm?  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 01-21-26 - Jolie in for Jimmy, Phil and the Pony, and the Show-off

Comedy on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago with guest star Al Jolson.  A visit to Captain Jolie's Showboat.  Followed by The Phil Harris Alice Faye Show, originally broadcast January 21, 1951, 75 years ago, The Pony.  Little Phyllis wants a toy pony for her birthday. Remley talks Phil into getting her a real pony...from a bookmaker!  Then, The Old Gold Comedy Theater with host Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast January 21, 1945, 81 years ago, The Show-Off starring Fred Allen.  The triumph of a braggart and loudmouth.  Followed by The Mayor of the Town starring Lionel Barrymore,  originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago, The Burning Christmas Tree.   A little girl in town with polio gives the Mayor an idea of what to do with all the town's used Christmas trees. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 21, 1948, 78 years ago, Lunch with Hartley.   Plans for the Connecticut farm.   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 01-20-26 - State Fair, Green Wig, and the Art Gallery

Comedy on a Tuesday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast January 20, 1946, 79 years ago, State Fair.   The cast continues its version of State Fair.  Jack has been appointed honorary mayor of Anaheim, Azusa, and Cucamonga.  Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast January 20, 1950, 76 years ago, The Green Wig.  After George decides that the Coopers need to save money, starting with Liz’s Beauty Parlor visits, Liz decides to get a green wig to convince George to let her spend the money.   Then, The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show,  originally broadcast January 20, 1941, 85 years ago, The Art Gallery.  Gracie reads a letter from her brother, Willy.  George gets dressed up to attend the opening of an art gallery. Cobina Wright Jr. makes a return appearance.  Followed by The Abbott and Costello Show, originally broadcast January 20, 1949, 77 years ago, She Was on Her Last Lap.   Sam Shovel solves The Case Of The Secretary Who Was Shot While Sitting On Her Boss's Knee, or She Was On Her Last Lap. This somehow turns into a western story about cattle rustlers.  Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast January 20, 1948, 78 years ago, Hat Shopping with Julia.   At the Mad Hatters.   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]