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Vic Henley Sherrod Small 2/28 The final year of my radio journey holds a special place in my heart, made even more poignant by the loss of my cherished friends, Carl Ruiz and Vic Henley. Reflecting on that time, I rediscovered the pure passion and exhilaration that drew me to radio in the first place. Amidst the chaos and challenges, we found endless moments of hilarity and camaraderie. Alongside Carl, Vic, and Sherrod Small, we shared unforgettable experiences both on and off the airwaves, our tight-knit bond shining through every episode. That year also marked Carl Ruiz's meteoric rise to stardom, inspiring me to launch the Opie Radio podcast with him. I'm immensely grateful to Erock, Clubsoda Kenny, Paul, and Louis for joining us on this wild ride. Get ready to dive into the rollercoaster of emotions—the highs, the lows, and the laugh-out-loud moments—that defined my last year in radio.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crime on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 30, 1953, 72 years ago, I Can't Sleep. The Party assigns a room-mate to Cvetic with a tape-recorder when it finds out he's been talking in his sleep. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast April 30, 1946, 79 years ago, The Francis Fielding Murder Case.  A psychiatrist is framed for murder. Blackie tries to prove him innocent. Then The Saint starring Vincent Price, originally broadcast April 30, 1950, 75 years ago, Murder of a Champion. A fighter calls Simon Templar to come down to talk with him.  It seems he's being pressured.  Meanwhile, a baby shows up on The Saint's doorstep. Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast April 30, 1935, 90 years ago, The Corpse in the Cellar.  A body has been found buried in the basement of a house, wearing a gold ring and a silver belt buckle. Finally, Mrs Eleanor Roosevelt's Own Program, originally broadcast April 30, 1940, 85 years ago, First Show.  She desribes her travels around the country for the last 6 weeks. She requests ideas from listeners for topics they want to hear above. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Tuesday of Crime and FantasyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 29, 1962, 63 years ago, Blackbeard's Ace starring Elaine Rost and John Thomas.  A house seems to be haunted by the ghosts of pirates. When a couple decides to spend a week in the house, the ghosts decide to make contact! Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast April 29, 1962, 63 years ago, The Grand Canyon Matter. Johnny nearly gets pushed into the canyon on the trail of a stolen necklace.Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast April 29, 1952, 74 years ago, Murder in 2952.   An interplanetary murder mystery set one thousand years in the future. Who did it? It could have been the "surgeon birds!"Followed by The Sealed Book, originally broadcast April 29, 1945, 80 years ago, The Accusing Corpse.  A plot to a commit double murder is executed in a very strange way with very strange results.Finally Daredevils of Hollywood, originally broadcast April 29, 1938, 87 years ago.    Cliff Lyons describes his 1924 stunt: transferring from a moving car with two trains about to crash into him. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a MondayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 28, 1948, 77 years ago.  Jimmy and guest Lucille Ball tour the country to see how women fit into American industry. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 28, 1954, 71 years ago, Gildy Swears Off Girls.  Gildy swears off dating women to save money. Peavy bets him a new hat that he can't do it. Then The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 28, 1953, 72 years ago. Dean, Jerry, and guest Laraine Day do a sketch about a hillbilly baseball player.Followed by Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast April 28, 1949, 76 years ago, Tony's Home Permanent. The Sam Shovel story is about a boy named Tony whose mother kept him locked in the closet. It's called "Tony's Home Permanent."Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 28, 1942, 83 years ago, Build Apartments for Free?  Gregory W. W. Dobbs, a friend of Squire Skimp, will build the "Wonderful World Apartments" for free!Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Sunday of Crime and FantasyFirst a look at this day in History.Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 27, 1943, 82 years ago, The Diary of Sophronia Winters starring Agnes Moorehead.   A horror story about a new bride, a madman, and a hotel with 125 deserted rooms! Followed by the news from 82 years ago, then Lights Out, originally broadcast April 27, 1943, 82 years ago, Execution. A drama about a Nazi officer who hangs a woman in revenge for wounding a German soldier. He then hangs the same woman over and over again.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 27, 1954, 71 years ago, The Big Lift. A gang of shoplifters, led by the mysterious Arthur, specializes in suits of clothing, preying on Los Angeles department stores. Followed by The Hall of Fantasy, originally broadcast April 27, 1953, 72 years ago, The Wild Huntsman. Finally Monticello Party Line, originally broadcast April 27, 1938, 87 years ago.   A chat about which house to rent. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast April 26, 1953, 72 years ago, The Delivery Bicycle. Henry tries to deliver a bicycle. Followed by the news from 72 years ago, followed by My Son Jeep starring Donald Cook as Doc and Martin Huston as Jeep, originally broadcast April 26, 1953, 72 years ago, Checking Account.  Aunt Margaret sends Jeep $10, and wants him to start a bank account.  7  92Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 26, 1937, 88 years ago, Taking off for Hollywood.  Fibber and Molly are leaving for Hollywood, from where the program will originate for the next two weeks. They're going to be making a picture, to be called, "This Way Please." "Barry Lionmore" teaches Fibber about acting.  Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast April 26, 1948, 77 years ago, Manhattan Magazine. Jane is given the opportunity to become a model for Manhattan Magazine.Finally, Can you Imagine That starring Lindsay MacHarrie, originally broadcast in 1940, Building Rises from the Sea. "A building more than 500 years-old rises from the sea, millions for defense but not once cent for tribute...that staement was made after the American Revolution, five well-known tunes can be found in a famous popular song.Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny FridayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast April 25, 1943, 82 years ago, Showboat?  Bergen tries to explain shortwave radio to Charlie. Bill Thompson is leaving for Flageria to make a movie. He performs a Flagerian western. Guest Irene Dunne joins Charlie on a Mississippi showboat in Uncle Tom's Cabin.Followed by the news from 82 years ago, then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 25, 1943, 82 years ago, Rabbits.  Leroy's going to make big money raising rabbits. Then You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast April 25, 1951, 74 years ago, The Secret Word is Wall. Do you know what the Badge of Military Merit is?Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast April 25, 1952, 73 years ago, Too Much Change.   Ozzie gets $5 too much change at the Emporium and tries to return it, without much success! Finally The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast April 25, 1960, 65 years ago, Mr. Piper's job is threatened.  The theory that Leif Erikson discovered America before Columbus may be a little too hot for Mr. Piper's boss, who threatens his import-export job because it might offend their Italian clients!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a ThursdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Moving In with Bill Goodwin.   George and Gracie move out of Bill's house because some of Bill's girlfriends take an interest in George. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 24, 1955, 70 years ago, Jack rents his Maxwell to 20th Century Fox.  After a meeting of the Beverly Hills Beavers, Jack rents his Maxwell to 20th Century Fox to use in a movie.Then Fred Allen, originally broadcast April 24, 1949, 76 years ago, The Mad Doctor Of Downing Street.  Guest Basil Rathbone joins Fred in a mystery play titled "The Mad Doctor Of Downing Street." Detective One Long Pan to the rescue!Followed by Amos ‘n' Andy, originally broadcast April 24, 1949, 76 years ago, Andy Inherits $2000. The Kingfish decides to open a college when Andy inherits $2000 if he goes to college. The Kingfish becomes a psychiatrist to prove that going to school will cause Andy's brain to pop! When that doesn't work, the Kingfish finds a new will!Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 24, 1942,  83 years ago, Cedric Living in a Tent.  The boys are trying to figure out how to get the store into the new apartments. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic WednesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then I Was a Communist for the FBI Starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast April 23, 1953, 72 years ago, I Walk Alone.  The Party tries to trap Cvetic through his mother. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast April 23, 1946, 79 years ago, Make Ready My Grave starring Joan Banks and Richard Widmark. John Loomis brings his new bride to the family mansion, where she discovers the many nooses and learns the secret of the family curse!Then the Thirteenth Juror starring Vincent Price, originally broadcast April 23, 1949, 76 years ago, What Happened To John Wilkes Booth?  The story of how Booth was captured, if indeed he ever was captured. Followed by Pat Novak for Hire starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 23, 1949, 76 years ago, Rita Malloy.  Going on an errand for a friend, Pat gets a beating, a package, and a corpse or two, or three. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 23, 1942, 83 years ago, Can't Get an Apartment. While Cedric is living in a tent in front of the store, Abner gets a brilliant idea to move the store into the elevator of the new, "Wonderful World Apartments." Their new motto would be, "A Store On Every Floor!"Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Westerns on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast April 22, 1956, 68 years ago, The New Recruit.  The story of a man who was in the army...but never really a soldier, who re-enlists, but for a strange reason. Followed by the news from 68 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 22, 1956, 68 years ago, Indian Crazy.  Mr. and Mrs. Jallup move onto their new ranch after a fellow rancher and Marshal Dillon tell them that there are no Indians around. When Mrs. Jallup is killed, her husband kills the neighboring rancher for revenge...and Marshal Dillon is next!Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast April 22, 1954, 71 years ago, Johnny Springer.  Clerk Sid Tucker has been shot. He identifies Johnny Stringer as the killer. The trail leads to the cabin of a beautiful senorita.Followed by The Tom Mix Ralston Straightshooters, originally broadcast April 22, 1947, 78 years ago, The Mystery of the Woman in Gray.  Caesar Ciano plans to take over the town of Dobie. Griselda Gray has her own ideas about Mr. Ciano.Finally, The Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast April 22, 1944, 81 years ago, Bell Brady's Gesture. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny MondayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast April 21, 1947, 78 years ago, Too Many Husbands starring Bob Hope, Frank Sinatra, and Lucille Ball.  Two husbands for Lucille, and more ad-libs than you can imagine.  Followed by The Bob Hope Show, originally broadcast April 21, 1955, 70 years ago, with guest Jim Backus. The final show of the season and the last 30 minute show that Hope did on radio. Bob tries to convince the "new" president of NBC (Jim Backus)  to hire him back next season. Here's the Butterdips recipe.  https://www.food.com/recipe/butter-dips-86Then A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast April 21, 1948, 77 years ago, Newspaper Misquote. Dennis is interviewed for the Weaverville newspaper and finds himself making some very anti-feminine comments. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 21, 1953, 72 years ago with guest Vic Damone.  The boys do a Foreign Legion sketch entitled Hatdroppers of 1953.Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 21, 1942, 83 years ago, Mousy Wants Mother to Move.  Cedric wants one of the free apartments, but he doesn't have a house to trade for it. He therefore puts up a tent over the property of the Jot 'Em Down Store. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Drama from 67 years agoFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Suspense, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 67 years ago, Alibi Me starring Stan Freberg. A two-bit hoodlum murders his competitor and finds himself in need of an air-tight alibi...in a hurry!Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 67 years ago, The Wayward Trout Matter.  A dead fish always floats, or does it?Then Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 67 years ago, Aces and Eights.  A story about Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. Why "Aces and Eights" are known as "The Dead Man's Hand."Followed by Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast April 20, 1958, 67 years ago, The Henry Fell Story. . Henry Fell, a dude from back East has come to Luke's ranch to paint portraits of the Apaches. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 20, 1942, 83 years ago, Grandpap is Ready to Move. Plans for the "Wonderful World Apartments" continue. Grandpappy Spears is ready to move in!Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic Saturday First a look at this day in History.Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast April 19, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Iron Fist.  Anton Broder, the editor of a small foreign language weekly in Big Town, is beaten and his paper wrecked by the evil forces from his home country. Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast April 19, 1951, 74 years ago, The Big Speech.  A young kid has pistol-whipped a doctor and stolen a large quantity of narcotics. Sergeant Friday's mother listens to a speech against the teen-age use of narcotics from her son Joseph. Then Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 19, 1951, 74 years ago, Humoresque starring Tallulah Bankhead and Steve Cochran.  A melodrama about a poor-but-talented violinist and his rich-but-spoiled benefactress.Finally The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast April 19, 1960, 65 years ago, Mrs. Piper to see Teacher. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast April 18, 1947, 78 years ago, Prize Fighter.  Irma gives Al the girls' rent money to bet on a seedy prize fighter he's managing.Followed by Fred Allen, originally broadcast April 18, 1948, 77 years ago, The Author Meets His Match.  Fred and Postmaster Jim Farley do a parody of "Author Meets The Critics" called "The Author Meets His Match."Then The Jack Webb Show, originally broadcast April 18, 1946, 79 years ago, The Story of Howdyville. A satire of a Western program. A big-budget Army film. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 18, 1939, 86 years ago, Molly Returns.  Molly returns after an absence of eighteen months.  Fibber decides to stick to a budget. Finally, The Adventures of Jungle Jim, originally broadcast April 18, 1936, 89 years ago, The Purple Triangle. Shanghai Lil offers to fly Jungle Jim to Shanghai in her own airplane, and then admits to having ordered the death of Lo Tongue!Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny ThursdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Joan Davis Time, originally broadcast April 17, 1948, 77 years ago with guest Rudy Vallee.  Guest Rudy Vallee proposes marriage to Joan, so he can adopt a little girl. During a dream sequence, after they've been married, Joan can't read one of her lines. Followed by the news from 77 years ago, then Mr. Ace and Jane, originally broadcast April 17, 1948, 77 years ago, Quiz Show. "Jane gets on a quiz program and she answers so many questions and she's winning so much money until Mr. Ace discovers how she's doing it and puts out the fires of this atomic bombshell of the quiz program. Or, as Mr. Ace puts it, 'How to stop radio-activity'.Then The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 17, 1952, 73 years ago with guest Boris Karloff.  Jerry fills in for the first guest, a food expert.  Boris plays Jerry's father in a sketch called, “Just Plain Dracula”.Followed by The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast April 17, 1949, 76 years ago, A Walk through the Easter Parade.  Jack and Mary stroll down the boulevard for the Easter Parade and run into a lot of their friends. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 17, 1942, 83 years ago, Wonderful World Apartments. Mousey's idea is to build apartments with Pine Ridge's $10,000. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Our Super Sized Easter Special. First Jack Benny from April 10, 1955, 70 years ago, the Easter Parade.  Jack and Mary are walking and singing in the Easter Parade. Then My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast March 24, 1951, 74 years ago.  Will the girls be able to lose weight and get a new Easter outfit?Followed by Amos ‘n' Andy, originally broadcast April 9, 1950, 75 years ago, Sapphire's Easter Outfit. Sapphire regrets not marrying her old boyfriend, "Slim." The Kingfish decides to walk out of Sapphire's life...right after Easter.Then The Mel Blanc Show, originally broadcast April 8, 1947, 78 years ago, The Hundred Dollar Easter Egg.   Mel offers a $100 reward to a Easter Egg hunter who finds his egg. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast April 9, 1944, 81 years ago, The Easter Show.  Gildersleeve's campaign for mayor leads to a meeting with Mr. McGruder...will there be a "reckoning with corruption?" The program includes an Easter message from James L. Kraft, president of the Kraft Cheese Company. Finally The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast April 21, 1957, 68 years ago, Son Of Man.   A passion play with music by Bach. Narrated by Raymond Burr, featuring  Herbert Marshall, Robert Young, Vincent Price, and Victor Jory.  Visit our web page at Classicradio.stream

Comedy on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball, originally broadcast April 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Anniversary Presents.  It's the Coopers' anniversary, so Liz and George return to the scene of the crime to recreate George's proposal.Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 16, 1957, 68 years ago, The Family Prepares for Easter.  Gildy and the family attend Easter sunrise services.Then A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast April 16, 1949, 76 years ago, Campaigning for Assembly. Dennis goes to apply for a civil service job and finds himself in politics. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 16, 1940, 85 years ago, Big Ink Stain on the Carpet. When Fibber spills ink on the rug, the prescribed remedy is milk and salt. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 16, 1942, 83 years ago, How to spend the $10,000?   While Ulysses S. Quincy is insisting on a toll bridge, everyone else has a none-too-brilliant idea of what to do with the $10,000. How about an alligator farm?Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Variety TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Big Show starring Tallulah Bankhead, originally broadcast April 15, 1951, 74 years ago. Jack Carson gives Tallulah a singing lesson. Olivia de Havilland and Evelyn Vardin do a scene from "Romeo and Juliet." Martha Raye does a baseball skit. Eddie Cantor appears as "Maxie The Taxi," a Brooklyn cab driver he made famous with a series of skits on television. Baseball player Tommy Hendrick gives Tallulah some of the fine points of the game. Phil Foster remember life in old Brooklyn. Tallulah reads "Casey At The Bat," as De Wolfe Hopper might have done it. Jack Carson and Martha Raye describe what might have happened to Casey when he got home that night!Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 15, 1953, 72 years ago, Boys' Club.  The Jolly Boys offer the use of their clubhouse for Leroy and his friends.Finally Can You Imagine That with Lindsay MacHarrie, originally broadcast in 1940, 85 years ago, Two Million an Hour.  A man earns $2 million dollars an hour, two famous authors engage in a public fight, a noted man gets a warm place by the fire through a half a peck of oysters.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.html

Comedy on a MondayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 14, 1950, 75 years ago, It Happens Every Spring starring Ray Milland.   A baseball comedy about a college professor who becomes a star pitcher for St. Louis, thanks to his magic hair tonic. Followed by The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast April 14, 1946, 79 years ago, Brooklyn Pinafore starring Leo Durocher.  Guest Leo Durocher joins Fred in a repeat performance of, "The Brooklyn Pinafore."Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast April 14, 1948, 77 years ago.   The program is preceded by a five-minute address by President Truman on behalf of the Security Loan Savings Bond Drive. Jimmy finds the Lost Chord.  Then Jimmy helps Peggy Lee and Victor Moore try to find a place to live. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 12, 1942, 83 years ago, The Spring Festival Parade.   Fibber and Molly will be leading the Wistful Vista parade on horseback!Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 14, 1942, 83 years ago, Ulysses Wants a Toll Bridge.  Squire Skimp tricks Lum into signing an agreement assigning control of the $10,000 to him.Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A dramatic SundayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 13, 1944, 81 years ago, The Marvelous Barrastro starring Orson Welles.  A great story with Orson doing his usual magnificent job playing two roles in two different Italian dialects!Followed by The Radio Guild, originally broadcast April 13, 1940, 85 years ago, Ineffable Essence Of Nothing.  A Fantasy for Radio.   A man walks through an enchanted doorway into his own future.Then Freedom USA starring Tyrone Power, originally broadcast April 13, 1952, 73 years ago, The Man Who Committed Suicide.  There is possible fraud and collusion in the "defense effort." Senator Dean Edwards is heading a Senate investigating committee to look into the matter. Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast April 13, 1956, 69 years ago, Jacobs Hands. A story about a farm hand who discovers he has the power to heal. Christopher Isherwood, the co-author with Aldous Huxley, narrates the play with Vic Perrin and Virginia Gregg starring.Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 13, 1942, 83 years ago, Prize for Best Suggestion.  The boys decide the prize for the best suggestion of what to do with the $10,000 should go to old man Quincy; let's build a toll bridge in Pine Ridge!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 12, 1951, 74 years ago, Hired Wife starring Rosalind Russell and Jeff Chandler.  A comedy about a secretary who marries her boss for legal reasons, then takes over the company!Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 12, 1953, 72 years ago, Missing Heir. Jack turns down a $5000 legacy, after showering with a peeled potato!Then The Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast April 12, 1950, 75 years ago, Palm Springs.  George and Gracie return from Palm Springs. Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 12, 1954, 71 years ago, I'd Rather Fight than Switch. Molly insists that Fibber go down to the police station and tell them the truth. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

A dramatic FridayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast April 11, 1950, 75 years ago, Operation Tomorrow,    A professor sends his assistant 100 years into the future in a newly built time machine. Arriving in the year 2050, the assistant finds that the world has been at war for ninety-five years! Followed by the news from 75 years ago, then Beyond Tomorrow, originally broadcast April 11, 1950, 75 years ago, Incident at Switchpath.  A story about two strange machines found buried deep in a cave.Then Everything for the Boys starring Ronald Coleman, originally broadcast April 11, 1944, 81 years ago, The Citadel starring Ida Lupino.   A drama about a doctor who cares for money than for healing. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast April 11, 1952, 73 years ago, Man of Mystery.  Gregory Arkadin summons Harry from Vienna to Antibes. He's a wealthy man who has had amnesia for 20 years. He hires Harry to find out who he really is. It's worth $10,000 to Harry if he succeeds.  Finally The Adventures of Jungle Jim, originally broadcast April 11, 1936, 89 years ago, Purple Triangle.  Shanghai Lil flies her plane into Jim's camp and has some important news for him!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Crime and Mystery on a ThursdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Gang Busters,  originally broadcast April 10, 1948, 77 years ago, The Case of the High School Hotshots.  Two teen-agers graduate from robbing gas stations with a hot-rod getaway car to murder. A piece of purple sewing thread in the vital clue to their capture. Followed by Defense Attorney starring Mercedes McCambridge, originally broadcast April 10, 1952, 73 years ago, Joshua Masters.  Joshua Masters has three sons, one of whom wants to kill him. Martha Ellis Bryant recommends a private detective. However, it's not Joshua Masters, but one of his sons who is found dead! Joshua Masters is then found dead...a suicide!Then Dark Fantasy, originally broadcast April 10, 1942, 83 years ago, The Edge of the Shadow. There's murder in the barn and death in the skies. Followed by The Hall of Fantasy, originally broadcast April 10, 1947, 78 years ago, Man Size in Marble. An adaptation of the E. Nesbit short story about a man and his wife who move into a cottage built on the ruins of an old house. The man later learns that there is a local legend about the house and its former residents – evil knights whose life-sized effigies are said to come to life on All Saints' Eve. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 10, 1942, 83 years ago, The Premiere. At the premiere of "The Bashful Bachelor," Don Ameche, Don Wilson, Gail Patrick and Louise Curry show up in Pine Ridge and appear on this program.Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny WednesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Bob Hope, originally broadcast April 9, 1946, 79 years ago with guests Brenda and Cobina.   Jerry Colonna Sings?  Bob and Frances Langford joke about School Days in then-Ritzy Pasadena.  Brenda and Cobina star in a play with Bob.  Followed by the news from 79 years ago, then A Date with Judy starring Louise Erickson, originally broadcast April 9, 1946, 79 years ago, Father Buys a Racehorse. Judy's father tries to go to bed early. Oogie's band has been evicted from his father's garage. They're going to practice at Judy's house.Then Meet Corliss Archer starring Janet Waldo, originally broadcast April 9, 1950, 75 years ago, Mr Archer's New Suit Given To The Salvation Army.   A confused phone book causes Mr. Archer's new suit to be given to the Salvation Army. Then the garbage disposal and the radio break!Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast April 9, 1953, 72 years ago, How To Face Problems.   Jim Anderson is concerned that his family isn't going to be able to face up to their problems. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 9, 1942, 83 years ago, Need a Projectionist.   The boys plan to have Don Ameche operate the movie projector during their film premiere.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Westerns and Adventure on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart,  originally broadcast April 8, 1954, 71 years ago, General Guilfords Widow.   The widow of General Guilford insists her husband is still alive, but no one believes her. They should!Followed by the news from 71 years ago, then The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast April 8, 1954, 71 years ago, Stars Over Old Santa Fe. Hank Buttram's nephew claims Roy shot and killed Hank! Dale ends up playing sleuth while Roy is in jail. Then The All-Star Western Theater, originally broadcast April 8, 1947, 78 years ago, Monte Hale.   A dirty trick on a no good land grabber proves turnabout is fair play. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast April 8, 1962, 63 years ago,  The Ivy Emerald Matter.  A safe has been easily cracked...even Johnny can do it!Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 8, 1954, 71 years ago, Button, Button, Who's Got the Button?   Fibber's still walking in his sleep. Tonight, he's lost a coat button in the process and so has a burglar!  Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny MondayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Kraft Music Hall starring Al Jolson, originally broadcast April 7, 1949, 76 years ago with guest Groucho Marx.  Groucho Marx describes his girl's baseball team and sings a duet with Al.Followed by the news from 76 years ago, then The Abbott and Costello Show, originally broadcast April 7, 1949, 76 years ago.  Costello remembers his first girlfriend. Abbott invites Costello to his birthday party. Sam Shovel solves, "The Case Of The Thief Who Stole The Hamburgers From The Lunchroom," or, "He was a short-order crook."Then The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast April 7, 1953, 72 years ago with guest Mitzi Gaynor. Dean, Jerry, and Mitzi to a sketch about a Hollywood couple where the man has a fading career and the wife is successful. Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast April 7, 1948, 77 years ago, Save WEAZ.  Dennis tries to keep the Weaverville radio station on the air, and winds up doing a show all by himself, "Make Believe Bedlam." Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 7, 1942, 83 years ago, Lum's Speech.  Lum is rehearsing his speech for the big movie premier.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a SundayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 6, 1952, 73 years ago, The Swimming Pool.  Jack opens his swimming pool, and then visits the dentist. Followed by The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast April 6, 1946, 79 years ago, Riley Finds a Silver Fox Coat.   Riley finds a fur coat on the bus and wins an argument with his conscience.Then Meet Corliss Archer starring Janet Waldo, originally broadcast April 6, 1947, 78 years ago, The Beauty Contest. Corliss tries to become, "Sweetheart Of The Year."Followed by The Bob Hope Show, originally broadcast April 6, 1948, 77 years ago with guest Dinah Shore. The program originates from Laguna Beach, on behalf of the Laguna Beach Youth Fund. Bob and Dinah do a skit about the song, "Two Sleepy People."Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 6, 1942, 83 years ago, the Committee for the Premiere. Preparations are being made for the big premiere of the new Lum and Abner movie. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Scattered SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Suspense, originally broadcast April 5, 1951, 74 years ago, Murder in G-Flat starring…Jack Benny?   A meek piano tuner's bag of tools is switched in the subway with a bag filled with $25,000.  The first of four guest starring appearances by Benny. Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast April 5, 1950, 75 years ago, The Secret Word is Smile. The first couple want to get married…but not necessarily to each other.Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 5, 1937, 88 years ago, Gardening.  Fibber and Molly take up gardening. Followed by Beyond Tomorrow, originally broadcast April 5, 1950, 75 years ago,  Requiem.  The story of old man who wanted to die on the moon. Finally Vic and Sade, originally broadcast April 5, 1944, 81 years ago, Grease Formula. Uncle Fletcher reveals a valuable secret: Roy Dejectedly's hidden formula for Hyena Grease. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Drama on a FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Richard Diamond Private Detective staring Dick Powell, originally broadcast April 4, 1952, 73 years ago, The Enigma of Big Ed.   "Big Ed" hires Diamond to find out why a series of fatal accidents have been plaguing his factory. Followed by Murder at Midnight, originally broadcast April 4, 1947, 78 years ago, Trigger Man.  The story of Charlie Nix, known as "Chicken Charlie." Charlie is told that he only has six months to live, so he becomes a ruthless killer! Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast April 4, 1950, 75 years ago, The Man from Singapore.  Two schemers kill their ex-partner in Hawaii, planning the perfect crime. Followed by I Want a Divorce, originally broadcast April 4, 1941, 84 years ago, Farmer and Artist. A woman farmer and an artist from the city get married, even though they obviously come from different worlds. It sometimes takes a tragedy to awaken us to a true perspective on our lives.Finally, Guest Star, originally broadcast April 4, 1948, 77 years ago, guest star Perry Como. A quarter hour of good music with Ben Grauer as Master of Ceremonies with nice music from Perry Como, Lloyd Schaefer and the orchestra, Helen Carroll and the Satisfiers. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Send us a textLet's do the Time Warp Again! It's Sunday night, July 4, 2010 and Bakotopia Radio is live at 9pm on Bakersfield alt-rock radio station 106.1FM KRAB with hosts Matt Munoz & Miranda Whitworth celebrating Freedom of Speech on our Independence Day! Guests: Bakersfield singer-songwriter Landen Belardes, Thomas Rockwell of Trout's honky-tonk and the Rockwell Opry, Lady Lux and Blondie of The CherryBombs! Plus music from GBH, Riverboat Gamblers, The Mighty Regis, Joel Jacob, The Runaways, The Iron Outlaws! Sponsored by Chain Cohn Clark - Kern County's leading accident, injury, and workers' compensation law firm. Subscribe to Bakotunes at all podcast outlets and follow our socials!Instagram / More LinksContact: mattomunoz@gmail.com

Comedy and Westerns on a ThursdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast April 3, 1949, 76 years ago, Ghost Breakers starring Bob Hope. Based on the 1940 American mystery/horror comedy film directed by George Marshall and starring Bob Hope.  A radio broadcaster, his quaking manservant and an heiress investigate the mystery of a haunted castle in Cuba.Followed by The Joan Davis Show, originally broadcast April 3, 1948,  77 years ago, Is Joan Married to John Payne?  Joan has bragged to her old friend that she's married to John Payne...and now she's got to deliver!Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast April 3, 1954, 71 years ago, Mr. and Mrs. Amber.  After Neil Amber is caught stealing seeds from the General Store, Pete Fletcher, a wealthy rancher, accuses Amber's wife of stealing one of his calves.Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast April 3, 1960, 65 years ago, Shanghai is a Verb.  Hey Boy has disappeared from the Barbary Coast. Bubonic plague and a shanghai ensue. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 3, 1942, 83 years ago, RKO Studios Premiere.   Here's a suggestion for what to do with the $10,000: everyone in Pine Ridge (including Clark Gable and Grover Cleveland!) wants a new pinball machine! The new Lum and Abner movie ("The Bashful Bachelor") is about to premiere. Find the movie on YouTube here…  https://youtu.be/ANsf_axGe6g?si=m_W__6fkvwjv4jwaThanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast April 2, 1946, 79 years ago, Car Ignition Lock.  Fibber is working on his "McGee Protecto Rejecto Ignition Lock."Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Willard Waterman, originally broadcast April 2, 1952, 73 years ago, Colorful Past. Is Gildersleeve really William Cosgrove? Cosgrove's wife is in town, and she insists that Gildersleeve is her husband!Then The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast April 2, 1944, 81 years ago, with guest Orson Welles. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast April 2, 1945, 80 years ago, Gracie needs a fur coat.  George decides to go rabbit hunting. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 2, 1942, 83 years ago, Ways to Spend The Money.   What to do with the $10,000 left by Diogenes? How about an art museum? An elevator?Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Mel Blanc Show, originally broadcast April 1, 1947, 78 years ago, April Fools.  Mel plays an April Fool's Day joke on Mr. Colby by telling him that he's inherited a fortune from England. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Ezra Stone and Jackie Kelk, originally broadcast April 1, 1948,  77 years ago, April Fools Day Jokes.  An April's fool joke runs amokThen My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast April 1, 1949, 76 years ago, April Fool. . Who planted the lipstick-covered handkerchief in George's pocket...on April Fool's Day?Followed by Life with Luigi starring J. Carrol Naish, originally broadcast April 1, 1952, 73 years ago, April Fools Joke. Pasquale plays an April Fool's joke on Luigi by accusing him of opening his mail. Finally an excerpt of The Chevrolet Show starring Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 1, 1934, 91 years ago, April Fools. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Comedy on a MondayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1946, 79 years ago with guest Roy Rogers.  Bergen is the new truant officer! Mortimer recites "Hickory, Dickory, Dock." Charlie and Edgar join guest Roy Rogers for a visit to a ghost town. . Followed by the news from 79 years ago, then The Fred Allen Show, originally broadcast March 31, 1946, 79 years ago, Charlie the Chicken with Monty Woolley.  The Allen's Alley question: "How do you think new scientific developments are going to affect you?" "McGee and McGee" (the songwriters) appear in the alley. Fred is trying to buy a radio, guest Monty Woolley wants to give his away. Fred and Monty act in "Mr. Mob-Buster," a combination of "Mr. District Attorney" and "Gangbusters." Monty is trying to capture "Charlie The Chicken."Then You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast March 31, 1958, 67 years ago, The Secret Word is Name. Wait, what is Ernie Kovacs doing with Groucho?Followed by The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast March 31, 1957, 68 years ago, A Dogs Life.   Tony Schwartz, with his ever-present portable tape recorder decides to adopt a dog and finds that there's more to it than first appears. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 31, 1942, 83 years ago, Diogenes Leaves $10,000.   Diogenes has confessed all, says goodbye, and leaves Pine Ridge $10,000. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic SundayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, the Aaron Holcomb Story.  Aaron Holcomb is looking to sell his spread, and Luke is looking at buying. Luke buys the ranch, but a couple of sidewinders go to the ranch looking for the money…and end up kicking Aaron's wife severely with his spurs. Followed by Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner,  originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, Gentle Virtue.  Kendall wins "Gentle Virtue," a beautiful Chinese girl, in a poker game.Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast March 30, 1958, 67 years ago, The Killers List Matter.  Everett Benton has been pushed or jumped or fell out of the window. Never try to frame a dead man!Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast March 30, 1938, 87 years ago, Valse Trieste.   A "gentle man" imprisons two women. One must marry him, the other must die!Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 30, 1942, 83 years ago, Lum Brings Back Diogenes.   While Abner plans to have a "closing out" sale and move to Mexico, Lum walks in the door, and so does Cedric and Diogenes Smith!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Drama on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast March 29, 1959, 66 years ago, The Jimmy Carter Matter. Johnny gets a call from a young boy in rural Massachusetts...to report a murder! By the time Johnny arrives in town, young Jimmy has disappeared!Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 29, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Dream.  An old man, poorly dressed, robs a liquor store and is very apologetic about it. Then The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast March 29, 1949, 76 years ago, Death Has a Cold Breath.  A broken-down actor inherits a fortune; a tempting scenario for his agent in need of some cold cash. A cold corpse proves to be too cold. Followed by Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast March 29, 1949, 76 years ago, Chill of Death.  There's a chill wind of death coming down from the north...to Croc Miller, a gangster living in the Florida swamps. There's going to be a showdown, keep your eye on the father of Cora Mae!Finally, Yankee Yarns by Alton H. Blackington, originally broadcast March 29, 1950, 75 years ago, April Fools.   Tales of April Fool's jokes of the past...and the best joke of all. John Gow is told that oil had been discovered, and is convinced he'll be rich. The elaborate pranks continued. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic FridayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 28, 1953, 72 years ago, Quarter Horse.   Thatcher and his quarter-horse from Missouri challenges Butler to a grudge race, with his ranch as the stakes!Followed by Murder at Midnight, originally broadcast March 28, 1947, 78 years ago, Wherever I Go.  A man poisons his wife after tricking her into writing a suicide note. And then "he" comes into the picture! Then Philo Vance starring Jackson Beck, originally broadcast March 28, 1950, 75 years ago, The Ivory Murder Case.  A jungle killing, $2 million in ivory and a vengeful native lead to a classic locked-room murder. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast March 28, 1952, 73 years ago, Pleasure Before Business.  Harry's beautiful partner for a Venice jewel robbery has a few ideas of her own; like love. Finally Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, originally broadcast March 28, 1947, 78 years ago,Last Show of the Series. Killer Kane is finally captured in a knock down-drag out radio fight.Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Drama on a ThursdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Escape, originally broadcast March 27, 1949, 76 years ago, The Diamond as Big As The Ritz.  The fascinating story about the home life of the richest family in the world.  Sam Edwards  stars.Followed by Dark Fantasy, originally broadcast March 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Convoy for Atlantis. A "yarn of ships that disappear in the night." A voyage to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean for a visit to an ancient race.Then The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Sir John Gielgud and Sir Ralph Richardson, originally broadcast March 27, 1955, 70 years ago, The Adventure of Silver Blaze. One of the most popular Sherlock Holmes short stories, "Silver Blaze" focuses on the disappearance of the eponymous race horse (a famous winner, owned by a Colonel Ross) on the eve of an important race and on the apparent murder of its trainer.Followed by Nightbeat starring Frank Lovejoy, originally broadcast March 27, 1950, 75 years ago, Flowers on the Water.  Maritia Nowak is dying, wanting nothing more than to see her husband, Anton, once again. Randy searches for and finds Anton...but too late.Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Detective Mousey.   Mousey reports that "Operator XW9 is ready" to Fremont by way of Squire Skimp. However, Operator XW9 doesn't know much!Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic WednesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast March 26, 1955, 70 years ago, The Horse Deal. Charlie Deesha's horses have been stolen, and the thief is selling them all over Dodge.Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast March 26, 1946, 79 years ago, Death is a Double Crosser starring Lawson Zerbe.  An ex-con decides to steal the huge "King Midas" diamond, by becoming an apprentice diamond cutter. Then Did Justice Triumph, originally broadcast March 26, 1947, 78 years ago, Mastermind of Murder. One of the town's leading citizens is secretly heading a gang of thieves.Followed by Escape, originally broadcast March 26, 1949, 76 years ago, The Adaptive Ultimate.    A young girl, about to die, is given an experimental serum. She becomes an indestructible monster.  Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 26, 1942, 83 years ago,Harboring a Criminal.  Lum and Cedric have disappeared. Abner is arrested for harboring a fugitive!Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

Drama and Variety on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast March 25, 1940, 85 years ago, Remember the Night starring Fred MacMurray and Barbara Stanwyck.   An adaptation of the 1940 movie about a prosecutor who winds up taking a beautiful thief with him on a Christmas visit to his mother.Followed by the Royal Gelatin Hour starring Rudy Vallee, originally broadcast March 25, 1937, 88 years ago.  The show features three songs from, "Shall We Dance?" The first is, "Beginner's Luck," sung by Rudy. Rudy also sings, "Never In A Million Years," "Little Old Lady," "I Can't Lose That Longing For You" and "Let's Call The Whole Thing Off." Edgar Bergen tells Charlie the story of "Robinson Crusoe." Tyrone Power and Muriel Kirkland appear in, "Shadow Play" by Noel Coward. Florence Desmond impersonates Katharine Hepburn (while she's singing!), Marlene Dietrich and the ficticious Gladys Potts (the first woman pilot to fly over the North Pole with her baby). Rudy interviews Tony Sarg, a puppeteer who is credited with inventing the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade giant balloons. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The last program of the series. A walk in the rain to the top of the hill. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny MondayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Campbells Playhouse starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast March 24, 1940, 85 years ago, June Moon starring Jack Benny.  The program features the funny story about a song writer from Schenectady who arrives in New York with plans to conquer Tin Pan Alley. Jack manages to get in a remark about Fred Allen. The story is based on a story by Ring Lardner titled, "Some Like Them Cold."Followed by A Day in the Life of Dennis Day, originally broadcast March 24, 1948, 77 years ago,  Weaverville Land Grab.  Dennis buys and runs a taxicab. He that discovers one of his passengers plans to take over the entire town. Then Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast March 24, 1949, 76 years ago, A Sam Shovel Mystery. The boys do a "Sam Shovel" mystery, "The Case Of The Man Who Burned His Sweetheart's Body In The Fireplace," or "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 24, 1949, 76 years ago, Roger's Surprise.   Telling Mama the news. But who bought the land?Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

A Western Sunday with some QuestionsFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Frontier Gentleman starring John Dehner, originally broadcast March 23, 1958, 67 years ago, The Actress. A British actress in the old West meets death; Kendall learns her strange secret. Followed by the news from 67 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast March 23, 1958, 67 years ago,  Indian.  Marshal Dillon finds an Indian tortured to death and a man with a fanatical hatred of Indians. Then Luke Slaughter of Tombstone starring Sam Buffington, originally broadcast March 23, 1958,  67 years ago, The Homesteaders.  Colonel Everett arrives in Tombstone with a Spanish land grant to the Meeker ranch, signed by General Santa Ana himself!.Followed by Quick As a Flash starring Ken Roberts, originally broadcast March 23, 1947, 78 years ago. Telling one of the stories this week is Lamont Cranston as…the Shadow. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 23, 1949, 76 years ago, Dealing for a Deed.   Claudia has a surprise for Mr. Tucker. A drive to counselor Robert Henkins with news that the land across from the Nortons has been sold. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Mixed up SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast March 22, 1951, 74 years ago, The Great Lover starring Bob Hope and Rhonda Fleming. The shipboard search for, "The Card Table Murderer."Followed by Passport to Romance, originally broadcast March 22, 1946, 79 years ago,  Boy meets girl aboard the "S.S. Harmonia."Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 22, 1955, 70 years ago, The Big Talk.  A drunken woman provides the clue to a series of robberies, beatings and a murder that took place outside of different bars. The main suspect has a good alibi...Sergeant Friday!Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 22, 1949, 76 years ago, Land for Sale. Roger's visiting and there's nothing to do. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

A Funny FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Fibber McGee and Company, originally broadcast March 21, 1939, 86 years ago, The Spring Haircut.   ZaSu Pitts appears as a scalp specialist's nurse. Fibber starts going bald and tries an old Indian tonic. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show,  originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago with guest Marlene Dietrich.  Dean interviews a tree surgeon (Jerry).  Dean, Jerry, and Marlene do a satire of Café Istanbul called Café Turkistan. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast March 21, 1954,  71 years ago, The Mean Old Man.   Who is "The Mean Old Man?" Tune in and find out.Followed by The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast March 21, 1952, 73 years ago, The Ego Builder.  Harriet has been chosen an alternate for a P.T.A. meeting. Ozzie thinks that Harriet lacks confidence. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 21, 1949, 76 years ago, Mice Move In.  Claudia wants a glass of milk, and a kiss. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Funny ThursdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Pepsodent Show starring Bob Hope, originally broadcast March 20, 1945, 80 years ago with guest Shirley Temple.  The program originates from Camp Anza, Arlington (Riverside), California. Bob and guest Shirley Temple appear as hot-rodding teen-agers. Bob, Skinnay Ennis  and Jerry Colonna at Camp Anza. With this show, Bob starts his fourth year entertaining the troops by playing for service audiences. Followed by Fred Allen, originally broadcast March 20, 1940, 85 years ago, Eagle Gets Loose in the Studio.  The famous "Eagle Show," in which a trained eagle escapes to the roof of the studio. The Mighty Allen Art Players satirize "The Pot Of Gold" program, with a skit called, "The Tub Of Silver."Then True or False starring Harry Hagen, originally broadcast March 20, 1938, 87 years ago, Male Postal Clerks versus Women of the League of Women Voters. Finally One Out of Seven starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 20, 1946, 76 years ago, Equality, A Most Wonderful Thing.   In Germany, unidentified people are executed. In the South, a Negro is whipped. In Alabama, a Negro is denied voter registration. In Tupelo, Mississippi, a clergyman registers to run for the House of Representatives and is run out of town.  (Content Warning - the “N” word is used in context)Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

A Dramatic WednesdayFirst, a look at the events of the dayThen Gang Busters, originally broadcast March 19, 1955, 70 years ago, The Case Of The Reckless Ride.  Two tough guys named Harold Kopan and Edward Robb swear the cops will never get them to Leavenworth.Followed by Calling All Cars,  originally broadcast March 19, 1935, 90 years ago, The Mae West Jewel Robbery.   The story of the real robbery of Miss West's jewels and $3000 in cash in 1932 is dramatized. (The total losses of almost $19,500 would be over $452,000 in 2025.) Then Escape, originally broadcast March 19, 1949,  76 years ago, Finger of Doom starring Harry Bartell.   A man's girlfriend delivers a package and disappears off the face of the Earth. Followed by The Adventures of Frank Merriwell starring Lawson Zerbe, originally broadcast March 19, 1949, 76 years ago, The Boomerang Pitch. When Frank and Bart miss a train, a British cricket player saves the day for the Yale baseball team. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast March 19, 1942, 83 years ago, Abner and Cedric to Quit.   Now that they're rich, Abner and Cedric plan to stop working, become gypsies and travel around the world. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old-time radio shows 24 hours a day

A Dramatic TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Sealed Book, originally broadcast March 18, 1945, 80 years ago, The Hand of Death.  An eccentric who collects souvenirs from murders decides to try for the ultimate item for his collection.Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast March 18, 1947, 78 years ago, Sam Fishers Past.  An amnesiac named Sam Fisher is accused of murder after he disappears. Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast March 18, 1953, 72 years ago, Oslo, Norway.  Steve Mitchell flies to Oslo, Norway to tackle "The Bureau," a gang that deals in stolen information. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews,  originally broadcast March 18, 1952, 73 years ago, Red Waves.   The Party has a secret vessel off the coast to subvert the army as did Tokyo Rose. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 18, 1949, 76 years ago, Claudia in Court. On the way to the court to deal with the traffic ticket. Thanks to Sean for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://www.survivorlibrary.com/library/the_family_fallout_shelter_1959.pdfhttps://wardomatic.blogspot.com/2006/11/fallout-shelter-handbook-1962.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

On this, the 69th anniversary of the passing of a great radio humorist, we present the NBC program Biography in Sound,  This episode was broadcast two days prior to what would have been his 62nd birthday, May 29, 1956.  Ironically that was just 10 days following my birth.  And yes, I chose this picture because of another irony.  Until I graduated college, I played the tuba.  Here's a partial list of those apart of Fred that you will hear in this 55 minute program.Kenny Delmar, Tallulah Bankhead, Doc Rockwell, Jack Benny, Herman Wouk, Jim Harkins, Francis Spellman, Donald Voorhees, Peter Donald, Bill Mullen, James Mason, Jimmy Durante, Goodman Ace, Henry Tugan, Joe DeGray, Mike Jakes, Minerva Pious, Jack Haley, Ed Herlihy, Edgar Bergen, Herb Shriner, Benny Droan, Clifton Webb, George Jessel, John Royal, Roger White, Pat Weaver, Harry Von Zell, John Crosby, Stanley Trablinsky, Morton Green, George Foster, Su Chan, Max Asgur, Alan Reed, and Parker Fennelly.  Each paying tribute with remembrances of Fred Allen.And yes, writer Earl Hamner wrote much of the continuity of this program.  The same Earl Hamner who created The Waltons and Falcon Crest.  One more amazing talent who influenced so many more.  May he rest in peace and know that even today, he is remembered for all the laughs he gave all of us.  

A Funny MondayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast March 17, 1941, 84 years ago, St. Patrick's Parade.  George tries to break up the "romance" between Gracie and Artie Shaw.Followed by A Day In The Life of Dennis Day,  originally broadcast March 17, 1948, 77 years ago, Baby Picture Contest. Dennis enters Mrs. Anderson's baby picture in a photo contest...and wins!Then Town Hall Tonight starring Fred Allen, originally broadcast March 17, 1937,  88 years ago, St Patricks Day Show.  The Mighty Allen Art Players do a hillbilly drama. Town Hall Varieties: Professor Quigley attempts to escape from a packing case again.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 17, 1949, 76 years ago, Telling David.  Claudia has gotten a traffic ticket...or summons. David doesn't yet know. Thanks to Honeywell for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamIf you like what we do here, visit our friend Jay at http://radio.macinmind.com for great old time radio shows 24 hours a day

Vic Henley Mike Bocchetti Chuck from North Carolina Sherrod Small 2/8 I now cherish the last year of radio I did especially with the passing of my dear friends Carl Ruiz and Vic Henley. I was able to come to the realization why I went into radio all those years ago. It was for the fun and pure joy of it. The last year was filled with ugliness, drama and a ton of laughter. Me, Carl Ruiz, Vic Henley and Sherrod Small had the time of our lives on and off the radio show. Our close friendships was on full display. The last year also saw Carl Ruiz blossom into a superstar which led me to do the Opie Radio podcast with him. A special thanks to Erock, Clubsoda Kenny, Paul and Louis for going on this ride with us. Hope you enjoy the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of the last year of radio I did. #comedypodcast #funnypodcast #opieandanthony #comedygoldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.