Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio

Nov 04 2024 1406 ep. 26 mins 139
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Popular radio programs of the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s and 1960s Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dwight-allen0/support

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Suspense: The Locked Room (Virginia Bruce, Allan Joslyn) (01-27-1944)

Nov 04 2024 25 mins  
"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood actors of its era. With an impressi

The Green Hornet: State Institution Racket (10-26-1939)

Nov 03 2024 24 mins  
"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actors voice the Green Hornet and Kato,

The Adventures of Sam Spade: SQP Caper (11-07-1948)

Nov 02 2024 22 mins  
The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the character to life. The show's success le

The Avenger: The Cradle of Doom (10-26-1945)

Nov 01 2024 24 mins  
The captivating radio series, "Echoes of Mystery," features the dynamic duo of James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors. Their compelling performances breathe life into the captivating characters, immersing listeners in the thrilling narratives. The talented Allyn Edwards, with his rich and commanding voice, masterfully takes on the role of the announcer, setting the stag

Lights Out: State Executioner (03-17-1937)

Oct 31 2024 21 mins  
Runtime: "Lights Out" aired from 1934 to 1947, with some breaks in between. The first run was from 1934 to 1936, after which it went on hiatus for a few years. The show was revived in 1942 and aired until 1947. During its run, "Lights Out" became one of the most popular horror and suspense radio programs. Genre: "Lights Out" was a horror and suspense series, known for its chilling

The Whistler: Seattle Take Three (05-27-1951)

Oct 30 2024 23 mins  
The Whistler was a long-running radio show that aired from 1942 to 1955. It was a popular suspense thriller that featured tales of mystery, intrigue, and the supernatural. The show's signature character was The Whistler, a mysterious figure who introduced each episode and provided commentary throughout. The Whistler was created by J. Donald Wilson, who also wrote many of the show's

The Shadow: Sabotage By Air (03-05-1939)

Oct 29 2024 23 mins  
The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Walter B. Gibson in 1931. The radio

Suspense: A World of Darkness (Paul Lukas) (01-20-1944)

Oct 28 2024 24 mins  
"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood actors of its era. With an impress

The Green Hornet: Courtroom Racket (09-07-1939)

Oct 27 2024 26 mins  
"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actors voice the Green Hornet and Kato,

The Adventures of Sam Spade: Fairley-Bright Caper (10-31-1948)

Oct 26 2024 25 mins  
The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the character to life. The show's success le