Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 06-17-26 - The Werewolf, The Violent Vegetable, and Red Wind

Crime on a Wednesday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb,  originally broadcast  June 17, 1949, 77 years ago, The Werewolf.  Third episode of the series and the first use of the long running familiar theme song.  The Werewolf has beaten up and robbed eighteen women. This big, ugly man always seems to be one step ahead of the cops.  Followed by Call the Police, originally broadcast June 17, 1947, 79 years ago, The Case of the Violent Vegetable.  The owner of a fruit stand is murdered by a gangster...who likes apples. Then, The New Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Van Heflin,  originally broadcast  June 17, 1947, 79 years ago, Red Wind.  First episode of the summer series filling in for Bob Hope. Forty-one matched pearls with a diamond propeller clasp...a good reason for murder!  Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast  June 17, 1936, 90 years ago, Cat Wife. The story of John and Linda, and Linda’s transition from wild partying woman to cat! Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 17, 1948, 78 years ago, An Evening Alone. Mother's going to bed early.  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 06-16-26 - Shoo-Fly, Meteor Man, and The Man Who Died Twice

Drama on a Tuesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Death Valley Days, originally broadcast  June 16, 1939, 87 years ago, Shoo-Fly.  A tough old lady runs her own claim in the Panamint mountains...with a harsh word and a shotgun. Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast June 16, 1937, 89 years ago, The Meteor Man. The story of a creature from inside a meteorite and his sinister appetite. Then, Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast June 16, 1947, 79 years ago, The Man Who Died Twice.   A case of fraud against an insurance company fails when the body of the man who died twice is found.. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast June 16, 1950, 76 years ago, Serenade for a Cobra starring Paul Frees.  A thriller about a larcenous pilot flying The Hump in India, and his unwelcome cockpit companion, a deadly cobra!   Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 16, 1948, 78 years ago, Meeting the Boat. David and Claudia are at the pier, waiting for Julia to get off the boat. 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 06-15-26 - A Sunday 68 years ago

Back to a Sunday 68 Years Ago First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey,  originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, The Delectable Damsel Matter.  A beautiful woman has tons of money and a missing fortune in gems. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, The Well. A story about a cattleman vs. homesteader feud that is about to become violent. Things are complicated by a small girl at the bottom of a well. Then, Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington,  originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, June Bride.  A man from Luke’s past comes to town.  Someone that Luke promised to kill.   Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast  June 15, 1958, 68 years ago, Strange, For a Killer starring Dan O’Herlihy.   A trapped killer holding an entire family hostage shows a strange sense of values.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 15, 1948, 78 years ago, Mama Remembers.  David is departing...for the station to go to work. 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 06-14-26 - Red leads the Victory Parade, Fathers Day Picnic, and Gildy and the House boat

Comedy and Variety on a Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Victory Parade, originally broadcast  June 14, 1942, 84 years ago, Red Skelton Show.  A visit with  Junior, The Mean Widdle Kid. Deadeye proposes marriage out West. Clem Kadiddlehopper almost gets hooked by Daisy June. Lionel Barrymore concludes the program with a moving tribute to Lidice, wiped off the map by the Germans.  Thanks to Jerry Haendiges at otrsite.com [https://otrsite.com] for preserving this great program.  Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 14, 1951, 75 years ago, Father's Day Picnic. The family plans a Father's Day picnic; physical preparations begin. Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 14, 1950, 76 years ago, Vacation Plans on the House Boat.  Gildersleeve makes his vacation plans around the new Jolly Boys' houseboat. The last show of the season and Harold Peary’s swan song as Gildersleeve. Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast June 14, 1950, 76 years ago, The Secret Word is Tree.  The first couple is the mother of a large family and an expectant father.  The Jackpot question is work $1000. (Nearly $14,000 today!) Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast June 14, 1948, 78 years ago, Little Miss Fix-It.  The aftermath of a fine weekend. 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 06-13-26 - KC War Bond Drive, Advice Column, and Spring

Comedy on a Saturday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, George Burns and Gracie Allen,  originally broadcast June 13, 1944, 82 years ago, The Kansas City War Bond Drive.  The last show of the season, a program for the Fifth War Loan. Will George sing tonight at the Kansas City War Bond Rally? The broadcast originates from the Kansas City Municipal Auditorium. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast June 13, 1939, 87 years ago, Advice Column.   Aunt Molly and Uncle Fibber and writing an "Advice To The World-Weary" column in the paper.  Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour hosted by Don Ameche,  originally broadcast June 13, 1937, 89 years ago.  Charlie McCarthy is in trouble with the truant officer again. Joan Blondell appears in a skit by Colin Clements titled "Spring." Afterwards, Charlie does his version, titled "Summer."  W. C. Fields has built a better mousetrap. He's then introduced to young Rollo Pepitone. Fields suggests that he "sit down and play with some broken glass." Charlie chats with Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart and tells them that his new tune is called "A Little Of You On Toast" (the name of a new Rodgers and Hart tune). Richard Rodgers plays the piano as Don Ameche sings the tune for the first time on the air.  Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast June 13, 1935, 91 years ago, Squire Spreads Rumors.  Squire Skimp tells the head of the Pine Ridge Ladies Uplift League that the western that Lum and Abner are planning to show is bad for the kiddies.  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]