Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

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]

Classic Radio 01-19-26 - Around the World in 80 Days, Magnificent Obsession, and the Devil and Miss Jones

Let’s go to the movies on a Monday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Hallmark Playhouse, originally broadcast January 19, 1950, 76 years ago, Around the World in 80 Days starring Ronald Coleman.  A brief half hour adaptation of the long journey with the punctual Mr. Fogg. Followed by The Gulf Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast January 19, 1941, 85 years ago, Magnificent Obsession starring Myrna Loy and Don Ameche.  An adaptation of the 1935 movie.  The drama follows a reckless playboy who seeks redemption and love after secretly devoting his wealth and life to helping others, guided by a philosophy of selfless service. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast January 19, 1942, 84 years ago, The Devil and Miss Jones starring Lana Turner and Lionel Barrymore.  The wealthy owner of a department store goes to work in his own shoe department after his employees hang him in effigy.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 19, 1948, 78 years ago, Of Men and Houses.  Claudia uses books and drops hints.  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 01-18-26 - The Face is Familiar, The Thing in the Swamp, and the Big Dance

Crime on a Sunday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast January 18, 1954, 72 years ago, The Face is Familiar starring Jack Benny.   An innocent schnook is used by a gang of bank robbers to help them with a caper.  Benny’s fourth and final appearance on Suspense.  Followed by The Shadow starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast January 18, 1942, 84 years ago, The Thing In The Swamp.  Lamont Cranston uses his powers as The Shadow to investigate a series of mysterious deaths linked to a remote swamp rumored to harbor a living monster. Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb,  originally broadcast January 18, 1951, 75 years ago, The Big Dance.   The Kid Bandits are robbing and beating their victims. A pack of matches leads Friday to Fred Guenther.  Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast January 18, 1952, 74 years ago, The Double Double Cross.  Monte Carlo: 1936. Harry parachutes into England with smuggled currency.  Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast January 18, 1955, 71 years ago, Weighty Affairs of State.  The diet contest concludes, and the winner is... 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]