Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 12-28-25 - Goodbye 1947, Life with Trigger, and the Big Mask

Comedy and Crime on a Sunday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 28, 1947, 78 years ago, Goodbye 1947 Hello 1948 With Alice Faye.  The cast does "The New Tenant," a New Year's fantasy with Alice Faye substituting for Mary, who is out with a cold.  Jack forgets his wallet and hitch-hikes to the studio. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast December 28, 1951, 74 years ago with guest Dale Evans.  Dale and the boys do a ranch sketch entitled “Life With Trigger”.  Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 28, 1952, 73 years ago, the Big Mask Part 1.  A robber wearing a black mask has hit a string of supermarkets. After going shopping for groceries, he locks the market employees in the freezer! Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast December 28, 1958, 67 years ago, The 32nd of December starring Mr and Mrs Frank Lovejoy.  A man buys a watch with many dials, including one that travels through time. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 28, 1955, 70 years ago, the Bank Robbery.   Fibber and Molly finds themselves in a bank while it's being robbed.  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 12-27-25 - Cora Quincy, About Face, and the Cabin

Westerns on a Saturday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, The Six Shooter starring James Stewart,  originally broadcast December 27, 1953, 72 years ago, Cora Plummer Quincy.   Cora Plummer had remarried soon after her husband died. Her son is convinced his step-father is after the family ranch and money.  Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast December 27, 1959, 66 years ago, Marriage About Face.  Hey Boy is about to be married to a girl in China...his fiancee since age nine!  Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast December 27, 1952, 73 years ago, The Cabin.  Entering a cabin during a blizzard, Matt is imprisoned by "Hack" and "Alvie," two mad-dog killers who plan to murder him in cold blood!  Followed by Challenge of the Yukon starring Paul Sutton, originally broadcast December 27, 1947, 78 years ago, The Shepherd Dog.  A dishonest nephew is cut out of his rich uncle's will. Father McLain and an old dog are involved in the plot to steal the new will.  Finally,  Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 27, 1955, 70 years ago, Left-Over Turkey.  Fibber and Doc Gamble cook up a new recipe for the left-over turkey.  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 12-26-25 - Snow White, Delayed Xmas Present, and Dennis' Cold

It’s the day after Christmas... First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast December 26, 1938, 87 years ago, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.   The musical fairy tale based on the Disney feature, which was in turn based on the fairy tale by the Grimm brothers.    Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast December 26, 1948, 77 years ago, Delayed Christmas Present.   A bar girl in Mexico finds herself involved in a robbery and murder.  Then, The Lucky Strike Program starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 26, 1954, 71 years ago, Dennis Has a Cold.   Jack gives a Christmas present to Ed, who is still down in the vault. It's the day after Christmas, and all through Jack's house...Jack visits Dennis, who's sick in bed.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 26, 1947, 78 years ago, A Surprise for Claudia.   There's a great Dane in Claudia's future.    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 12-25-25 - Magic Christmas Tree, Man Who Came to Dinner, and Charlie and Candy

Merry Christmas! First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden,  originally broadcast December 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Magic Christmas Tree.   A party at Miss Brooks', with a magic Christmas tree, or was it all a dream? Followed by The Hotpoint Holiday Hour, originally broadcast December 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Man Who Came To Dinner starring Jack Benny.  The play is announced as performed by "The Actor's Company." Sheridan Whiteside creates havoc once again. Jack Benny does quite well in the role made famous by Monty Woolley.  Then, The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy,  originally broadcast December 25, 1955, 70 years ago.  Frank Fawcett, a Santa's helper, is interviewed. Charlie and Candy Bergen recite "The Night Before Christmas." Charlie tells the story of Red Riding Hood from the wolf's point of view. Prof. Kirkwood discusses "How To Enjoy Bankruptcy," a quiz titled "What The Devil Do You Do?" Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast December 25, 1947, 78 years ago, Merry Christmas!   Christmas Eve and a visit from a stranger.  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!  Merry Christmas!

Classic Radio 12-24-25 - A Christmas Carol and more Carols

A Christmas Carol on Christmas Eve First, a look at the events of the day. Then, The Campbell’s Playhouse, originally broadcast December 24, 1939, 86 years ago, A Christmas Carol starring Lionel Barrymore.  The Dickens classic produced by Orson Welles.   Followed by Richard Diamond Private Detective starring Dick Powell, originally broadcast December 24, 1949, 76 years ago, Diamond’s Christmas Carol.   The famous story by Charles Dickens, but done by Richard Diamond, the private detective, and his friends.  Then, Treasury Star Parade,  originally broadcast December 24, 1942, 83 years ago, A Modern Scrooge starring Lionel Barrymore.    A wartime "Christmas Carol." Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 24, 1953, 72 years ago, Laura the Lopsided Christmas Tree.   Fibber tells Teeny the story of, Laura, The Lopsided Pine. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast December 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Christmas Eve.   Partners of Christmas eve!   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