Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Classic Radio 01-10-26 - The Long Night, Hirams Gold Strike, and Word of Honor

Crime and Westerns on a Saturday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast January 10, 1960, 66 years ago, The Long Night starring Ellen MacRae (Ellen Burstyn).  An old farmer and his young wife are menaced by an escaped lunatic. The madman wants the farmer's hidden money.  The farmer's wife wants something else. Followed by The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast January 10, 1954, 72 years ago, Hiram's Gold Strike.   An old prospector named Hiram finally strikes it rich. Britt uses his guns in a gunfight - which despite the name of the series, was a very rare occurrence -  and promptly gets shot at the assay office during a holdup.  Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast January 10, 1953, 73 years ago, Word of Honor.  After treating a wounded man, Doc gives his word of honor not to reveal the identity or hiding place of the killers.   Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast January 10, 1960, 66 years ago, The Lonely One.  Court Newman, an old army pal of Paladin's, has been wronged by a banker and plans a revenge through his daughter.  Finally,  Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast January 10, 1955, 71 years ago, The Day the Balloon Goes Up.   Today's the day of the great balloon flight.   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 01-09-26 - Stagecoach, Sorry Wrong Number, and Hit and Run

Drama on a Friday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast January 9, 1949, 77 years ago, Stagecoach starring John Wayne.  The classic story based on the movie about The Ringo Kid, The Plummer Boys, and The Apaches.  Followed by The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast January 9, 1950, 76 years ago, Sorry Wrong Number starring Barbara Stanwyck and Burt Lancaster.  An adaptation of the movie which was adapted from the "Suspense" radio show.  Then, Dr. Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast January 9, 1938, 88 years ago, Hit and Run.   Dr. Christian is called after a car crash.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 9, 1948, 78 years ago, Lottie Takes Over. A freight terminal has landed!  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 01-08-26 - Queen of the Amazons, Crime Does Not Pay, and The Double Disguise

Crime on a Thursday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth,  originally broadcast January 8, 1948, 78 years ago, Queen of the Amazons.  A circus strong-lady reports an attempted robbery...of her hope chest!  Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast January 8, 1935, 91 years ago, Crime Does Not Pay.   A program about juvenile delinquency. A patrolman has been found murdered. He was shot in the back! Then, Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark,  originally broadcast January 8, 1944, 82 years ago, the Double Disguise.  Nick Carter uses a clever double disguise to unravel the kidnapping of a wealthy heiress. Followed by The Man Called X starring Herbert Marshall, originally broadcast January 8, 1952, 74 years ago, Flying Trip to Nowhere.  Ken Thurston poses as an airplane pilot to find out which of three atomic scientists has stolen the elusive "Formula H.". Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast January 8, 1948, 78 years ago, The New Secretary.   A new secretary is hired. She has a thick Bronx accent.  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 01-07-26 - Kleptomaniac, Lost Weekend, and You Came Along

Drama on a Wednesday First, a look at the events of the day. Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast January 7, 1951, 75 years ago, The Case of the Kleptomaniac Clues.   Counterspy agents investigate a series of seemingly minor thefts that are actually part of a larger foreign espionage plot. By tracing the pattern of stolen items, the agents uncover critical clues that lead them to an enemy spy operating inside the United States. Followed by The Screen Guild Players, originally broadcast January 7, 1946, 80 years ago, The Lost Weekend starring Ray Milland and Jane Wyman.  The classic about the battle of the bottle. Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast January 7, 1946, 80 years ago, You Came Along starring Van Johnson.   A wartime melodrama about a dying soldier who falls in love on a bond drive.  Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 7, 1948, 78 years ago, The Organ Grinder.  Claudia buys a hurdy-gurdy.  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 01-06-26 - Reappointment, Irma's Memoir, and Winter Sports

Comedy on a Tuesday First,  a look at this day in History. Then, The Halls of Ivy starring Ronald and Benita Coleman,  originally broadcast January 6, 1950, 76 years ago, Reappointment.  The first show of the series. Will Dr. Hall be reappointed as head of Ivy College?  Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast January 6, 1952, 74 years ago, Irma's Memoir.   Irma has written her memoirs and is looking for a publisher.  Then, The Milton Berle Show,  originally broadcast January 6, 1948, 78 years ago, Salute to Winter Sports.   Miltie is in the north woods...in a cabin with Mr. and Mrs. Gallop.  Followed by Theater Guild on the Air, originally broadcast January 6, 1946, 80 years ago, Three Men on a Horse starring Stu Erwin and Shirley Booth.  The program originates from the Vanderbilt Theatre, New York City. A farce about a little guy who writes verses for greeting cards and who loves to bet on the ponies. Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast January 6, 1948, 78 years ago, Sold At Auction.  Would a stranger think Claudia and David are married? Mr. Grant visits and is very grateful that Claudia drove into his car.  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]