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Standby for Crime, as the title suggests, was a radio show about crimes and mysteries. It started on the early 1950s and became known for its "true story delivery" of crime stories. Like Dragnet, Gangbusters, and Mr District Attorney, Standby for Crime was also one of the most popular crime radio shows during the time it was aired.The show's lead character was Chuck Morgan (portrayed by actor Glen Langen), an extremely convincing news anchor that works at KOP, a radio station based in Los Angeles. His friend, Police Lieutenant Bill Miggs, gave tips about hot crimes. Another important character...

The Avengers was most certainly not a household name in South Africa prior to the radio series. With no national television service until 1976, the mechanism simply was not present in the country to show television programmes to mass audiences. While many other countries revelled in the filmed adventures of John Steed and co., South Africa was not equipped to join in the fun. The series took Britain by storm and also made a major impression in the American markets, being that greatest of rarities, a British series given a network transmission slot. However, as a filmed series (rather than a ...

The Railroad Hour was a delightful radio series that aired musical dramas and comedies from the late 1940s to the mid-1950s. Sponsored by the Association of American Railroads, the show condensed beloved musicals and operettas into shorter formats, focusing on works written before 1943. Here are some highlights:Host and Leading Man: The talented Gordon MacRae hosted each episode and played the leading male roles. His leading ladies came from both radio and the Metropolitan Opera.Musical Selections: The show featured excerpts from classic musicals such as:No, No, Nanette (with co-star ...

The Mercury Theatre on the Air was a captivating radio series created and hosted by Orson Welles. This weekly hour-long show featured live radio dramas performed by Welles’s celebrated Mercury Theatre repertory company. They presented classic literary works, accompanied by music composed or arranged by Bernard Herrmann.The series began in July 1938 and aired on the CBS Radio network. Notably, their broadcast of “The War of the Worlds” on October 30 caused quite a stir, allegedly leading to panic among listeners. After this memorable episode, the Campbell Soup Company became the show’s ...

Listen to Classic Radio Shows From time passed by and let your imagination run wild. The Golden Age of Radio, also known as the old-time radio era, was an era of radio programming in which radio was the dominant electronic home entertainment medium. It began with the birth of commercial radio broadcasting in the early 1920s and lasted through the 1960s, when television gradually superseded radio as the medium of choice for scripted programming, variety and dramatic shows.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https...

Going on-air from 1952 to 1953, the Best Plays was an NBC Radio program that featured some of the most excellent theatric plays ever created. Some of the best ones featured were dramatic or comedic plays. John Chapman, New York Daily News' drama critic, served as the program's host.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s ...

"Cavalcade of America" was a historic radio anthology show sponsored by the DuPont Company, celebrating American history and pioneering achievements.- The show aired from 1935 to 1953 on radio, and later transitioned to television from 1952 to 1957.- It was known for its dramatic reenactments of significant events in American history, highlighting individual courage and innovation.- The series initially broadcasted on CBS and later moved to NBC, becoming a staple of old-time radio programming.- Episodes often focused on technological advancements and their positive impact on society, aligning ...

"The Campbell Playhouse" was a renowned American radio drama series that aired on CBS, primarily from 1938 to 1940, though it had a shorter run in a different format until 1941. It was a direct continuation of Orson Welles's "The Mercury Theatre on the Air", which gained immense notoriety for its 1938 "War of the Worlds" broadcast.Following the sensation created by "War of the Worlds," the Campbell Soup Company stepped in as a sponsor, leading to the rebranding of the show as "The Campbell Playhouse."Key aspects of "The Campbell Playhouse":Host and Director: Orson Welles was the driving force ...

Famous Escapes was a captivating radio series produced in Australia around 1945. The show delved into some of the most daring escapes in history, featuring remarkable characters who managed to break free from seemingly impossible situations1. Here are a few intriguing episodes from the series:“The Man They Couldn’t Hang”: This episode recounts the escape of a man facing execution by hanging.“Catherine of Russia”: A tale of intrigue and escape involving the famous Russian empress.“A Confederate Soldier Escapes”: Follow the daring escape of a soldier during the American Civil War....

The Australian radio serial The Son of Porthos.Produced: 1950 by George Edwards ProductionBased on: A story by Alexandre Dumas (pen name for Paul Mahalin)Sequel to: "The Man in the Iron Mask"Length: 52 episodesGenre: Adventure, Romance, DramaPlot:The story follows Joel, the son of the Musketeer Porthos, as he embarks on his own adventures in 17th-century France. He encounters intrigue, romance, and danger along the way, forming his own band of loyal companions and upholding the legacy of his father.Popularity:The serial was quite popular in Australia during its time, capturing the imagination ...

Destination Freedom was a groundbreaking radio series that aired from 1948 to 1951 on WMAQ in Chicago. Created by Richard Durham, the show aimed to reeducate the public on the contributions and struggles of African Americans by presenting biographical histories of prominent figures like George Washington Carver, Frederick Douglass, and Harriet Tubman. The series was known for its powerful storytelling and positive portrayal of Black characters, which was quite radical for its time.

The Stan Freberg Show The Stan Freberg Show, a gem from the golden age of radio, was a weekly comedy program that aired on the CBS Radio Network for a brief period in 1957. Despite its short run of just fifteen episodes, the show left a lasting impact on the world of comedy and is remembered fondly by enthusiasts of classic radio humor. Stan Freberg, the mastermind behind the show, was a brilliant satirist known for his sharp wit and clever parodies. The show featured a talented cast, including the vocal prowess of Daws Butler, June Foray, and Peter Leeds, with Peggy Taylor.

Rediscovering the Charm of 'Redbook Dramas': A Nostalgic Radio Show In the golden age of radio, a unique series captured the hearts of many. 'Redbook Dramas,' a collection of radio plays based on short stories from Redbook Magazine, offered listeners a blend of love, mystery, adventure, and romance. Originally aired in 1932, during the Great Depression, the show provided a much-needed escape for its audience, transporting them to exotic locations and intriguing situations. Each episode of 'Redbook Dramas' was a concise 15-minute adventure, packed with compelling storytelling.

The Adventure Club radio show Step into the world of thrilling escapades and daring exploits with "The Adventure Club" radio show! This auditory treasure trove is a throwback to the golden age of radio, where imagination knew no bounds, and every episode promised a new horizon to explore. "The Adventure Club" is not just a program; it's a time machine that transports listeners to the heart of adventure. Each broadcast is a unique tale, spun with the threads of danger, mystery, and the unyielding spirit of the adventurer. From the dense jungles of the Amazon.

Lum and Abner was an American network radio comedy program created by Chester Lauck and Norris Goff that was aired from 1931 to 1954. Modeled on life in the small town of Waters, Arkansas, near where Lauck and Goff grew up, the show proved immensely popular. In 1936, Waters changed its name to "Pine Ridge" after the show's fictional town.The series was created by co-stars Chester Lauck (who played Columbus "Lum" Edwards) and Norris Goff (Abner Peabody). Lum always pronounced his own name as Ed'erds and was very annoyed if Abner or anyone brought up his full first name. The two characters ...

Terry and the Pirates was an American radio serial adapted from the comic strip of the same name created in 1934 by Milton Caniff. With storylines of action, high adventure and foreign intrigue, the popular radio series enthralled listeners from 1937 through 1948. With scripts by Albert Barker, George Lowther and others, the program's directors included Cyril Armbrister, Wylie Adams, and Marty Andrews. The central character, Terry Lee, was portrayed at various times by Jackie Kelk, Cliff Carpenter, Owen Jordan, and Bill Fein.The radio series was first broadcast on NBC Red Network on November 1...

Our Miss Brooks was a radio sitcom that aired on CBS from 1948 to 1957. The show starred Eve Arden as a sardonic high school English teacher. It was one of the most popular radio shows of its time, and it was later adapted for television.The show was set in the fictional town of Madison, Ohio. The main character was Elizabeth Brooks, a high school English teacher who was always trying to improve her students' lives. She was often frustrated by her students' lack of motivation, but she was also fiercely loyal to them.Brooks's co-workers included the principal, Osgood Conklin, who was always ...

"Mollé Mystery Theatre" was a popular old-time radio anthology program that focused on mystery and suspense. Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:Run Dates and Networks: The show had a fairly long run, from 1943 to 1954, and aired on multiple networks:NBC: 1943-1948CBS: 1948-1951ABC: 1951-1954Sponsor: It was initially sponsored by Sterling Drugs, specifically for their Mollé Brushless Shaving Cream, which gave the show its distinctive name. When Mollé ceased sponsorship in 1948, the title was often shortened to "Mystery Theater."Format:Anthology: For much of its run, it was an anthology ...

Speed Gibson of the International Secret Police was a radio adventure series written by Virginia Cooke. It was centered on the adventures of Speed Gibson, a fifteen-year-old pilot who, through his uncle Clint Barlow, becomes a member of the International Secret Police. Speed was described as “a typical American boy: interested in short wave radio, aviation and most of all - The International Secret Police

The era of radio drama was a time when storytelling was a purely auditory experience, and "Broadway Is My Beat" was a shining example of this art form. Running on CBS from 1949 to 1954, this radio crime drama painted a vivid picture of New York City's underbelly, with Times Square Detective Danny Clover at the center of the action.The show began with Anthony Ross voicing Detective Clover, bringing to life the gritty streets of New York during its first three months. However, it was Larry Thor who would become synonymous with the role for the remainder of the series. The atmospheric music by ...