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Couple Next Door 58-01-02 004 Liability Insurance

Drama on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Mystery In The Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast September 18, 1947, 78 years ago, The Black Cat.  The Edgar Allen Poe tale about the man who kills his wife and hides her body behind a brick wall. A feline nemesis!Followed by Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast September 18, 1950, 75 years ago, Cover For An Hour.   A messenger boy locks George in the closet, but for what reason? And then there's that dead body found in the closet...named George Valentine! Blackmail of sorts and another murder soon follow. Then, Night Watch with police recorder Donn Reed, originally broadcast September 18, 1954, 71 years ago.  The first call is about two suspects caught while stripping a car. Followed by Romance, originally broadcast September 18, 1954, 71 years ago, An Heiress From Red Horse.  A young and rich lady arrives in a Cannes hotel and breaks the heart of a bellhop. Joyce McCluskey stars.Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast September 18, 1959, 66 years ago, Fight for Mrs Piper's Honor. Thanks to Richard G 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

Variety on a FridayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour with Don Ameche, originally broadcast September 12, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Bette Davis.  Edgar Bergen discusses the coming start of the school year with Charlie McCarthy. Dorothy Lamour promises to help Charlie with his homework. The orchestra plays a medley of hits by Irving Berlin. Bette Davis appears in, "It's A Swell Night," by Joan Austin (?). After the story, Charlie flirts with Bette. W. C. Fields tells about his new picture, "The Big Broadcast Of 1938" and jousts with Charlie McCarthy.  Find the Big Broadcast of 1938 by Clicking Here!  https://youtu.be/yWynvckaoskFollowed by True or False with host Harry Hagen, originally broadcast September 12, 1938, 87 years ago.  Male Postal Workers take on Women of the League of Women Voters. Then, Breakfast in Hollywood starring Tom Breneman, originally broadcast September 12, 1946, 79 years ago.  Tom tries on a large sun bonnet.Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast September 12, 1960, 65 years ago, Cat in the Washing Machine.Thanks to Richard G 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

Drama on a ThursdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Mystery in the Air starring Peter Lorre,  originally broadcast September 11, 1947, 78 years ago, The Queen of Spades.   A Russian officer kills to learn the secret of the playing cards that cannot lose.Followed by The ABC Radio Workshop, originally broadcast September 11, 1953, 72 years ago, Mars Is Heaven.  Another adaptation of the Ray Bradbury classic.  The first expedition from Earth lands on the planet Mars and finds it all very familiar. Then, The Four Star Playhouse, originally broadcast September 11, 1949, 76 years ago, Paradise USA starring Rosalind Russell.   A comedy-romance involving an actress and an artist.Followed by Theatre of Romance, originally broadcast September 11, 1945, 80 years ago, Conflict starring Humphrey Bogart.  A man kills his wife so that he can marry her sister. Shortly thereafter, it starts to seem as if she's returned from the dead!Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast September 11, 1959, 66 years ago, Paris Chambermaid Problems.   Trying to get a suit cleaned and pressed when the Paris chambermaid doesn't speak English.Thanks to Laurel 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

Couple Next Door 58-01-02 004 Liability Insurance

Mystery on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Mystery in the Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast September 4, 1947, 78 years ago, The Mask of Medussa.  A horror story about forty seven murderers frozen solid. They still possess active and seething minds, even though they remain in kept in a "wax" museum. The revenge of the walking dead!Followed by Four Star Playhouse, originally broadcast September 4, 1949, 76 years ago, A Surprise for the Professor starring Robert Cummings.  A comedy about a handsome young college professor who is stalked by a beautiful sweater girl. Then, The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Margot Stevenson, originally broadcast September 4, 1938, 87 years ago, Black Buddah. This statue from the far east should be gotten rid of as soon as possible...or else! Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast September 4, 1945, 80 years ago, The Murder Prophet starring Wendy Barrie.   During a dark and stormy night, Claudia Dale picks up a hitch-hiker on a road beside a cemetary. He seems to know all about her, where's she's coming from and the fact that her husband has just been murdered. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast September 4, 1959, 66 years ago, Trapped in a Suit of Armor. Thanks to Richard G 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

Westerns and Comedy on a SaturdayFirst,  a look at the events of the day.Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast August 30, 1954, 71 years ago, Obie Tater.  Two tough guys rough up Obie Tater to force him to tell where his gold is hidden. When that fails...Obie finds himself suddenly married. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 30, 1959, 66 years ago, Love-Bird.  Holly Bannon, a thoroughly rotten broad, hires Paladin to kill her husband...a nice guy! Then, The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast August 30, 1951, 74 years ago, Mother Is a Freshman starring Loretta Young.   Young reprises her role from the 1949 comedy.  Young enrolls in college to claim a scholarship and ends up attending alongside her daughter. Complications arise when both women fall for the same English professor, leading to lighthearted misunderstandings before love sorts itself out.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 30, 1960, 65 years ago, Fed Up Waiting on People. Thanks to Laurel 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

Crime on a FridayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast August 29, 1948, 77 years ago, The Lawless Caper. Johnny Lawless is just out of the pen. A dead body soon ends up in Spade's bed, and promptly vanishes!Followed by The Adventures of Nick Carter, Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast August 29, 1948, 77 years ago,  The Case Of The Failing Eyes.  A pair of "confidence" artists are working the old "cataract" game. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast August 29, 1956, 69 years ago, Hold-Up starring Joseph Kearnes.  A quick-on-the-trigger grocer has killed three hold-up men, and is determined never to be robbed.Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast August 29, 1942, 83 years ago, The Letter.  The story of Hans Minkler, an Austrian anti-Nazi, or is he a Nazi? Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 29, 1960, 65 years ago, The Baby Contest Judging. Thanks to Richard G 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

Drama on a FridayFirst,  a look at the events of the day.Then, Nick Carter, Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast August 22, 1948, 77 years ago, The Case of the Red Arrow.  A haunted house, and an Indian ghost with a disturbed grave. Prof. Nick Carter...ghost buster to the rescue!Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, originally broadcast August 22, 1949, 76 years ago, Mind over Murder. There's no such thing as an innocent bystander...or is there? What does the number 4826 mean?  Everett Sloane stars. Then, The Whistler, originally broadcast August 22, 1942, 83 years ago, Death Has a Thirst.  Madness and alcoholism are rampant. A triangle affair on a desert island.Followed by X Minus One, originally broadcast August 22, 1957, 68 years ago, Drop Dead.  A story about a planet with a very obliging inhabitant, called "The Critter." Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 22, 1960, 65 years ago, Reading.  Thanks to Laurel 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

Comedy on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast August 21, 1949, 71 years ago, The Conklins' Anniversary At Crystal Lake. Miss Brooks and Mr. Boynton spend the weekend at Crystal Lake with the Conklins, who are celebrating their twenty-fifth anniversary. Followed by Too Many Cooks starring Hal March and Mary Jane Croft, originally broadcast August 21, 1950, 75 years ago, The New System. Then, the Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast August 21, 1948, 77 years ago, Going on a Picnic.  The family decides to go on a picnic, but so do the skunks, turtles, ants, cows, Jughead, Betty and Veronica. Followed by Granby's Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benederet, originally broadcast August 21, 1950, 75 years ago, Granby Breaks Down.  Granby becomes very sensitive to noise.  The last show of the series.Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 21, 1959, 66 years ago, Betsy Learns about Beheading.Thanks to Richard G 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

Drama on a SaturdayFirst,  a look at the events of the dayThen, Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle starring Lamont Johnson, originally broadcast August 16, 1951, 74 years ago, The Trophy Room. While traversing uncharted territory, Tarzan rescues Althea Baldwin from a ferocious lioness. Though grateful, she resents that Tarzan didn't let her kill the animal herself — she aimed to prove her worth to her husband, Byron Baldwin, an obsessive hunter who neglects her.Followed by Stars Over Hollywood, originally broadcast August 16, 1952, 73 years ago, My Wife, The Deputy Sheriff starring Gary Merrill.   A town constable finally asks his girl the right question...but for the wrong reason!Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast August 16, 1951,  74 years ago, The Ghost and Mrs Muir starring Charles Boyer and Jane Wyatt.  An adaptation of the 1947 movie that starred Gene Tierney and Rex Harrison.  In 1900, a young widow finds her seaside cottage is haunted and forms a unique relationship with the ghost.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 16, 1960, 65 years ago, Car Troubles and No Money. Thanks to Laurel 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

Crime on a FridayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Suspense, originally broadcast August 15, 1956, 69 years ago, A Friend to Alexander starring John Dehner.  An adaptation of the James Thurber story of a very personal reaction to the Hamilton-Burr duel.Followed by Murder By Experts, originally broadcast August 15, 1949, 76 years ago, Dig Your Own Grave.  A woman becomes "the seed" to promote her husband's romance with another woman. Then, she gives him the idea to commit murder. Then, Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast August 15, 1948, 77 years ago,  The Case of the Professional Beggar.  A young boy's life is at stake when he's the witness to a machine-gun murder.Followed by Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast August 15, 1950, 75 years ago , The Case of the Foolish Farmer.  When a gangster marries an exotic dancer, he doesn't take into account her very strange father. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 15, 1960, 65 years ago, Betsy is Hard to Take. Thanks to Richard G 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

Westerns on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at the events of the dayThen, The Tom Mix Ralston Straightshooters starring Joe “Curly” Bradley as Tom Mix, originally broadcast August 14, 1945, 80 years ago, The Mystery of the Vanishing Village.  The village mysteriously returns as strangely as it had vanished. Followed by Frontier Town starring Reed Hadley, originally broadcast August 14, 1953, 72 years ago, Lady Luck.  Packrat Scott has struck it rich and wants the town of "Scott's Diggings" to be famous. What he needs is a Chamber of Commerce and the help of Jerry Berry.Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast August 14, 1960, 65 years ago, The Noose. A haunted drifter arrives in Dodge City, confessing to Marshal Matt Dillon that he has vowed to avenge his dead lover—by hanging the man responsible as soon as he admits guiltFollowed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 14, 1960, 65 years ago, Extended Viva.    Paladin and his Indian friend continue their efforts to transport an organ across a war zone. BONUS-Blackstone, the Magic Detective starring Edwin Jerome as Harry Blackstone, originally broadcast August 14, 1949, 76 years ago, The Accusing Corpse.  A dead body rises from her coffin and points to her killer! Blackstone explains "The Riddle Of The Three Jacks."Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 14, 1959, 66 years ago, A Busy Day in London. Thanks to Laurel 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

Adam, Grace and Damo get together to talk about what they've been watching but there's no featured show!!!However, they do talk about: Stranger Things, Too Much, Hacks, And Just Like That, Chief of War, Smoke, Destination X, The Wire, South Park, Dexter Resurrection, Teacup, Under The Bridge, Bookish, The Good Place, The Sandman, The Assassin,The Couple Next Door, The Narrow Road To The Deep North and Andor.We also talk about Succession, Arrested Development and Gogglebox with the lovely Joanne Crawford as well as play Adam's new new game.If you would like to support the work of TV DNA, you can donate the price of a cup of coffee at ⁠www.ko-fi.com/tvdna⁠ We can't wait for you to hear our thoughts on the latest episodes and for you to give us yours too. You can find and follow us on all the socials @tvdnapodYou can also email us on tvdnapod@gmail.com And, you can now check out our YouTube channel - ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TVDNA-t7u⁠We have weekly spoiler-free watchlist episodes and our back catalogue includes Yellowjackets, True Detective:Night Country and House of the Dragon. Listen here https://open.spotify.com/show/7eh93AAcO5y1m5jdEcTqAk?si=7l1do-YcQNS-eQ1YMIdCHAWe're on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Breaker and Radio Public so be sure to subscribe to the pod and please leave us a review. Thanks as always to JComp for our logo and Roman Senyk Music for our theme. Adam, Grace, Neil, Damian and Isabel

Super Sized Drama on a SaturdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Quiet Please starring Ernest Chappell, originally broadcast August 9, 1948, 77 years ago, The Thing on the Forble Board.  A creature from beneath the earth climbs up an oil well pipe to the surface. Followed by The Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast August 9, 1951, 74 years ago, Wuthering Heights starring James Mason and Dorothy McGuire. Emily Brontë's classic tale of obsessive love and revenge on the Yorkshire moors. It focuses on the doomed romance between the headstrong Cathy and the brooding Heathcliff, touching on their deep emotional bond, Cathy's eventual marriage to another man for social status, and Heathcliff's return, driven by bitterness and a desire for retribution.Then, Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast August 9, 1959, 66 years ago, Finn Alley.   Miss Wong (Virginia Gregg)  has been kidnapped. Paladin gets shanghaied when he visits the Barbary Coast! Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast August 9, 1954, 71 years ago, Joe Phy.   "Marshal" Joe Phy is running the town of Elkader with an iron fist, until Matt Dillon comes to town! Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 9, 1960, 65 years ago, Owl in the house.  Thanks to Richard G 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

Drama on a FridayFirst, a look at the events of the dayThen, Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast August 8, 1949, 76 years ago, One Chance at the World.  A guy just out of prison asks George Valentine to investigate the death of his wife, which occurred just a week before he was sprung. Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast August 8, 1948, 77 years ago, The Bluebeard Caper.  Ned Towers needs help with his sister. She's about to marry Jefferson Davis Calhoun, who's been married and widowed three times. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast August 8, 1956, 69 years ago, Double Identity starring Vic Perrin.   A man steals $50,000 from the company safe and heads off towards Paris. Who gets on the plane with him...but his boss!Followed by Romance, originally broadcast August 8, 1950, 75 years ago, Offshore Pirate starring Sammie Hill and Donald Woods. A wealthy and headstrong young woman, is aboard her uncle's yacht off the Florida coast when it's hijacked by a group of so-called pirates.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 8, 1960, 65 years ago, Trying to Give Away a Washer. Thanks to Laurel 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

Crime on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Shadow starring Orson Welles and Margot Stevenson, originally broadcast August 7, 1938, 87 years ago, The Creeper. A madman underground.Followed by The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective starring Howard Duff, originally broadcast August 7, 1949, 76 years ago, The Champion Caper.  A wealthy man hires Spade to protect him from his former employee, who is just out of prison after five years. Then, Mystery In The Air starring Peter Lorre, originally broadcast August 7, 1947, 78 years ago, The Marvelous Barastro.  The Ben Hecht classic about the circus magician and his blind wife...and her ultimate horror. Followed by The Crime Club, originally broadcast August 7, 1947, 78 years ago, A Pitch In Time.   A comical crime story about an incredibly stupid cop and a bank robbery. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast August 7, 1959, 66 years ago, Disembarking at Southampton.  Thanks to Richard G 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

Couple Next Door 58-01-02 004 Liability Insurance

Drama on a FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen, Dr. Christian starring Gene Hersholdt, originally broadcast July 25, 1945, 80 years ago, The Liar. Lucy comes back to River's End, and Mrs. Parker is concerned that Lucy's become a habitual liar.  8:30Followed by Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast July 25, 1945, 80 years ago, The Case of the Dog of Dynamite. The former commander of all Gestapo agents in Spain plans to enter a U.S. government laboratory working on very valuable "bugs." 10pm ABCThen Satan's Waitin', originally broadcast July 25, 1950, 75 years ago, Paintings of Death.  Satan himself tells the story about a cheating wife and her wealthy husband. He wants a divorce and offers her the house and a lot of money, if her lover will marry her within six months.Followed by Murder By Experts, originally broadcast July 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Big Money. An ex-con meets two schemers trying to hijack a 7 million dollar estate.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 25, 1960, 65 years ago, Sneaking Out the Back Door. Thanks to Laurel 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

Drama on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Crime Club, originally broadcast July 24, 1947, 78 years ago, Serenade Macabre.  A circus triangle story. A murdered lion tamer causes the trouble. Followed by Academy Award Theater, originally broadcast July 24, 1946, 79 years ago, Foreign Correspondent starring Joseph Cotton.   An American reporter in love with an English girl tracks down a Nazi spy ring from Holland. Then, A Life in Your Hands, originally broadcast July 24, 1952, 73 years ago, Eddie Phillips, Escaped Killer.   Randall Marsden, an aspiring politician, is found shot. Eddie Phillips has broken out of prison before he was scheduled to be executed. Followed by Night Watch, originally broadcast July 24, 1954, 71 years ago, A Harassment Complaint.   The first call is about a woman who is making her third complaint about a neighborhood boy. A burglar and his friend have been arrested behind a gas station. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 24, 1959,  66 years ago, The Missing Passport. Thanks to Richard G 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

Crime and Science Fiction on a SaturdayFirst, a look at the events of the dayThen, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 19, 1955, 70 years ago, The Big Bobo.   A police sergeant is accused of taking $3500 from a woman to get her husband out of jail. Followed by Confession, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 72 years ago, Anna Carlson.  Anna describes her life as a married mother of two with a husband on the road, struggling with restlessness and dissatisfaction despite a seemingly stable home.Then Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast July 19, 1951, 74 years ago, Tom Barry's Return.  Tom Barry is in a big hurry to get to Dawson. Sergeant Preston is in pursuit of him, to arrest him for murder!Followed by Dimension X, originally broadcast July 19, 1951, 74 years ago, Dwellers in Silence. Twenty years after mankind abandons the Earth, a spaceship from Mars lands. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 19, 1960, 65 years ago, Bureaucratic Confusion.Thanks to Laurel 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

Variety and Drama on a FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen, The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast July 11, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Gladys George.   Charlie McCarthy tells Edgar Bergen about his music lessons. Don Ameche and guest Gladys George appear in, "Personal Appearance." W. C. Fields announces that he's leaving on vacation. The verbal battle with Charlie McCarthy continues. Followed by The Mercury Theater on the Air starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast July 11, 1938, 87 years ago, Bram Stokers Dracula. A chilling radio adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel, featuring Welles as both Count Dracula and Dr. Seward and Martin Gabel as Dr Van Helsing. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcat July 11, 1960, 65 years ago, Taxidermist Problems.Thanks to Adele 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

Comedy  on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Granby's Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benederet, originally broadcast July 10, 1950, 75 years ago, Granby Plants a Crop. What to plant? Corn? Wheat?Followed by The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast July 10, 1948, 77 years ago, Archie's Date.  Archie needs a pair of garters and socks and suspenders and just about everything else for his date tonight. Then, The Paul Winchell-Jerry Mahoney Show, originally broadcast July 10, 1944, 81 years ago, Jerry's Birthday Bicycle. Jerry is hoping for a bicycle for his birthday, but hasn't been behaving himself lately. The last show of the season.Followed by Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden,  originally broadcast July 10, 1955,  70 years ago, Connie Tries To Forget Boynton.  Miss Brooks is trying to forget her romance with Mr. Boynton, but she keeps seeing him everywhere!Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 10, 1960, 65 years ago, Installing a Buzzer System. Thanks to Richard G 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

Drama on a FridayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Adventures of Sam Spade starring Howard Duff,  originally broadcast July 4, 1948, 77 years ago, the Rushlight Diamond Caper. Sam is hired to guard the wedding presents, but not the groom, who is stabbed to death with a pair of garden shears!Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast July 4, 1952, 73 years ago, Paris Is Not The Same.  Harry Lime meets an old flame from wartime London in Paris. He soon uses a "Third Man" to work a perfume swindle. Then, Murder By Experts, originally broadcast July 4, 1949, 76 years ago, Two Coffins To Fill. The story of a man who decides to kill his rich wife, but all his plans backfire.Followed by X Minus One, originally broadcast July 4, 1957, 68 years ago, Skulking Permit.  A space colony finds a sudden need for a genuine criminal...a rare commodity in New Delaware. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 4, 1960, 65 years ago, The Two Pound Musky. Thanks to Richard G 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

Driving Baby Sitter Home

Westerns and Crime on a TuesdayFirst, a look at the events of the dayThen, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 1, 1956, 69 years ago, A Gun for Chester.  Asa Ledbetter is in town, and Chester (Parley Baer, pictured) thinks he's out to kill him! Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 1, 1956, 69 years ago, The Trooper's Widow. Mrs. Stocker, the new bride of a trooper, learns the harsh realities of the frontier the hard way. Then, The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast July 1, 1954, 71 years ago, Y'all Come. Roy receives a telephone bomb threat and has to protect Dale. Followed by Wanted, originally broadcast July 1, 1950, 75 years ago, FBI #241884.  The Story of Willie, 'The Actor' Sutton.  Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast July 1, 1960, 65 years ago, Weekend Fishing Trip. Thanks to Adele 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

Drama on a MondayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Boston Blackie starring Chester Morris, originally broadcast June 30, 1944, 81 years ago.  Mr. Manleder's business note for $100,000 is due tomorrow. Only Boston Blackie can prevent his business failure. The frame around Blackie is for murder. Who was that masked man?Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast June 30, 1937, 88 years ago, The Case of the Perfumed Cigarette Lighter. A dead body has been found near a detour of Valley Boulevard. It may be a murder. Then, Escape, originally broadcast June 30, 1950, 75 years ago, Blood Bath. Vincent Price stars as a man trapped on a small sandbar in the middle of a jungle river with piranha fish, vampire bats, electric eels, a boa constrictor, and his four friends all trying to kill him.Followed by the CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast June 30, 1957, 68 years ago, Gettysburg.  A recreation of the historic battle. Finally. The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast June 30, 1960, 65 years ago, The Hardware Store Fight.  Thanks to Richard G 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 Friday First a look at the events of the dayThen, The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast June 27, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Sonja Henie.  Don Ameche and Sonja Henie appear in a romantic skit. Charlie McCarthy tells about his dishonest Uncle Anthony and plans to sue W. C. Fields for slander. W. C. has become a Hollywood columnist (satirizing Walter Winchell). Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 27, 1943, 82 years ago, Gildy's Wedding Day. The last show of the season. Gildersleeve gets pre-nuptial cold feet. The wedding of Gildersleeve and Leila!Then, The Jack Benny Program, originally broadcast June 27, 1948, 77 years ago.  The program originates from New York City. The last show of the season. The Sportsmen repeat their great Lucky Strike commercial to the music of "The Sabre Dance."Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 27, 1960, 65 years ago, the Continued Mystery Story. Thanks to Adele 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

Westerns and Comedy on a TuesdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast June 24, 1954, 71 years ago, Myra Barker.   The Six-Shooter proposes marriage. The last show of the series.Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast June 24, 1956, 69 years ago, The Loving Cup.  Captain Quince has an unusual way to give Lieutenant Seiberts the confidence he needs to be a good officer. Then, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast June 24, 1941, 84 years ago, Leaving for Hollywood to Make a Movie. The last show of the season. The closet is heard. Jim and Marian Jordan are off to Hollywood to actually make a movie (to be called "Look Who's Laughing").Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast June 24, 1949, 76 years ago. Liz just can't make up her mind about anything.  She finally finishes something…a letter to George telling him she's going home to Mother. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 24, 1960, 65 years ago, Avocados and the Diet.Thanks to Richard G 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

A Criminal SundayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The CBS Radio Workshop, originally broadcast June 22, 1956, 69 years ago, Another Point of View, or Hamlet Revisited.   An analytical misrepresentation of Shakespeare's greatest hero.  William Conrad narrates. Followed by Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast June 22, 1954, 71 years ago.  Bruce Eldritch's partner named Paul Maxwell has been killed. Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlan, originally broadcast June 22, 1942, 83 years ago, The Case of the Border Invaders.   Enemy spies are parachuting into America. A Gestapo agent takes off for Texas from Mexico. Followed by Tales of the Texas Rangers starring Joel McCrea, originally broadcast June 22, 1952, 73 years ago, Knockout.  A dead body in a hotel room bathroom leads the Rangers to a scheme making liberal use of knockout drops.Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 22, 1960, 65 years ago, Mr. Pipers Fruit Salad. Thanks to Richard G 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(Image: John Barrymore as Hamlet in 1922)

A Friday full of VarietyFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast June 20, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Mae Robison. Charlie McCarthy gets a lesson from a "French" tutor.  Mae Robson ("A grand old lady of the theatre") appears in scenes from, "The Old Lady Shows Her Medals." On Father's day, W. C. Fields remembers his father, a doctor who treated a man for yellow jaundice for years before learning he was a Chinaman. Charlie wants to call W. C. Fields "Dad." Bill tells him to "go look in the woodpile."Followed by The Walgreens 44th Birthday Party, originally broadcast June 20, 1945, 80 years ago.   A Seventh War Loan Program. The first tune is, "Those Caissons Go Rolling Along." Paulette Goddard appears in a drama titled, "The Most Beautiful Girl In Missouri." Sidney Fields substitutes for Bud Abbott in a "Who's On First" routine with Lou Costello. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 20, 1960, 65 years ago, Living Room Rug Red Spot. Thanks to Richard G 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

Westerns on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast June 17, 1956, 69 years ago, Cheap Labor.  Fos Capper wears no gun, but doesn't seem to need one. When he proposes to Kerry Stancil, her brother swears to kill him!Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr,  originally broadcast June 17, 1956, 69 years ago, The Winter Soldier.  A soldier becomes a "snowbird" and deserts the army in the springtime. Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast June 17, 1954, 71 years ago, When The Shoe Doesn't Fit.  Britt Ponset ("The Six-Shooter") takes Cinderella to the ball...and gets her home by midnight too! Followed by Death Valley Days, originally broadcast June 17, 1938,  87 years ago, The Burro That Had No Name. A pair of prospectors are plagued by a white burro, who makes himself right at home!Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 17, 1960, 65 years ago, no Sense of Organization. Thanks to Adele 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

Comedy on a Saturday First,  a look at this day in History.Then, Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast June 14, 1951, 74 years ago, The Ghost Breakers starring Bob Hope.  Bob is hired to accompany a beautiful girl to Castle Maldito in Cuba.Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast June 14, 1951, 74 years ago, Father's Day Picnic. The family plans a Father's Day picnic; physical preparations begin.Then You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast June 14, 1950, 75 years ago, The Secret Word is Tree. The first couple is the mother of a large family and an expectant father who sells Televisions...Followed by My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast June 14, 1948, 77 years ago.   Al takes Irma to see "Harvey." Al and Irma buy a wedding ring for Irma's friend Amber, but Jane thinks it's Irma who's getting married. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 14, 1960, 65 years ago, Children's Head-Dresses.  Thanks to Richard G 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 Friday the 13thFirst a look at the events of the dayThen, The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast June 13, 1937, 88 years ago with guest Joan Blondell.  Charlie McCarthy is in trouble with the truant officer again. Dorothy Lamour sings, "Please Make Me Be Good," a new Rodgers and Hart tune, being heard for the first time on the air. Joan Blondell appears in a skit by Colin Clements titled, "Spring." Afterwards, Charlie does his version, titled, "Summer."  W. C. Fields has built a better mousetrap. He's then introduced to young Rollo Pepitone. Fields suggests that he "sit down and play with some broken glass." Charlie chats with Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart and tells them that his new tune is called, "A Little Of You On Toast" (the name of a new Rodgers and Hart tune). Richard Rodgers plays the piano as Don Ameche sings the tune for the first time on the air. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast June 13, 1944, 81 years ago, broadcasting from the Kansas City War Bond Rally. The last show of the season, a program for the Fifth War Loan. Will George sing tonight at the Kansas City War Bond Rally? The broadcast originates from the Kansas City Municipal Auditorium. (Where I saw my first concert, The Carpenters, in 1971.)Then, The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast June 13, 1943, 82 years ago, Gildy plans his Honeymoon.  Who will be Gildersleeve's best man? Will Gildy get Leila to stick to a budget?.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 13, 1960, 65 years ago, Chairman of a Committee. Thanks to Adele 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

Ep. 198 is the second episode of our brand-new “Best of…” series. Anderson McKean of Page & Palette Bookstore joined me for the Best of Thrillers, with her all-time TOP TEN favorite thriller novels…and, a couple buzzy thrillers that didn't work for her.⁠ Also, Anderson talks about how she started reading thrillers, the wide variety available in the genre, and books from her list that would be perfect for those new to the genre! This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights What draws her to the thriller genre. From domestic to psychological thrillers, Anderson talks about the variety of the genre. Her favorite sub-genres and what doesn't work for her. Anderson picks a few books from her list that would be good starter books for those new to the genre. Anderson's All-Time Top Ten Thrillers [10:33] Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn (2012) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [12:44] Room by Emma Donoghue (2010) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [16:57] It Girl by Ruth Ware (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [20:41] A Rip Through Time by Kelley Armstrong (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [24:16] Everyone Here Is Lying by Shari Lapena (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [27:43] The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [31:38] Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org   [34:17] Red Queen by Juan Gómez-Jurado (2018) | Amazon | Bookshop.org   [37:48] When the Stars Go Dark by Paula McLain (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:12] These Silent Woods by Kimi Cunningham Grant (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:37] High-Profile Thrillers That Did Not She Didn't Love [48:35]  The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [48:41] None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [49:01] Other Books Mentioned The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz (2021) [13:23] The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins (2015) [16:06] The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins (2024) [16:13] Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens (2021) [16:38] The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware (2016) [20:58] I Have Some Questions for You by Rebecca Makkai (2023) [21:50] Zero Days by Ruth Ware (2023) [23:05] Vantage Point by Sara Sligar (2025) [23:11] One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware (2024) [23:54] The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger (2003) [24:51] Death at a Highland Wedding by Kelley Armstrong (2025) [27:35] What Have You Done by Shari Lepena (2024) [30:09] The Couple Next Door by Shari Lepena (2016) [30:24] Someone We Know by Shari Lepena (2019) [30:31] Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent (2023) [32:23] The Mother-In-Law by Sally Hepworth (2019) [33:26] The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth (2022) [33:50] The Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth (2023) [33:53] Just Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister (2023) [36:36] The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson (2005) [38:04] The Bourne Identity by Robert Ludlum (1980) [39:24] In Light of All Darkness by Kim Cross (2023) [42:25] The Death of Us by Abigail Dean (2025) [44:17] Our Endless Numbered Days by Claire Fuller (2015) [47:20] The Nature of Disappearing by Kimi Cunningham Grant (2024) [48:11] The Fury by Alex Michaelides (2024) [49:47] The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides (2019) [49:53]

Drama on a TuesdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then The Hallmark Playhouse, originally broadcast June 10, 1948, 77 years ago, The Devil and Daniel Webster.  The first show of the series. A good New Hampshire lawyer voids a deal with the Devil! Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast June 10, 1956, 69 years ago, The Young Trooper.  A young boy named Jed survives an Indian massacre and joins the army afterward. Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast June 10, 1954, 71 years ago, The New Sheriff.   The Six-Shooter supervises the town election and finds himself elected sheriff...and mayor!Followed by The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast June 10, 1953, 72 years ago, The Traveling Man.  A young man double-crosses the stolen car ring he's been working for and heads west with his new bride. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast June 10, 1960, 65 years ago, The Lost Contact Lens. Thanks to Honeywell 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

A Funny TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast June 3, 1951, 74 years ago, Miss Brooks takes over the First Aid Course.   Miss Brooks has to take over teaching Madison High's first aid course. But first, a test of her abilities.  Followed by the news from 74 years ago, followed by The Jack Benny Show, originally broadcast June 3, 1951, 74 years ago, The Cast sings the Commercial.  The last show of the season. Jack reads one of Mary's lines and cracks up the cast. Mahlon Merrick is introduced as the writer of all the singing commercials and music director of the program. The Sportsmen do not appear, so the rest of the cast sings the very clever commercial. Artie Auerbach is introduced as "Mr. Kitzel." Joseph Kearns is introduced as the vault keeper and one of the men from the Internal Revenue Department. Will Wright is the other tax man. Sheldon Leonard is introduced as the race track tout. Then Bob Hope, originally broadcast June 3, 1941, 84 years ago with guest Humphrey Bogart.  Bob and guest Humphrey Bogart do a prison drama. Followed by The Old Gold Comedy Theater hosted by Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast June 3, 1945, 80 years ago, Having a Wonderful Crime. A lawyer and two honeymooning friends are on the lam from a murder rap. The script is based on the RKO film of the same nameFinally, The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast June 3, 1960, 65 years ago, Is Bobby a Genius?Thanks to Adele 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

Westerns on a TuesdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast May 27, 1956, 69 years ago, The Sergeant's Baby.  Stella Merchant is expecting her baby shortly. Captain Quince is left in charge of the garrison. He becomes a midwife with the help of Sergeant Gorce. Followed by the news from 69 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast May 27, 1956, 69 years ago, Man Hunter.  A deputy sheriff from Arizona has come to Dodge to arrest Hank Young for murder.Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast May 27, 1954, 71 years ago, Blood Relations. The brother of Jud Coffin is courting Viola Wilcox, George's sister. George is violently opposed to the idea of blood relations, and there's going to be trouble.Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 27, 1962, 63 years ago, That Real Crazy Infinity.  Two hep jazz musicians come across a machine that can record sounds from the past! Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast May 27, 1960, 65 years ago, Third Notice Repair Bill. Thanks to Honeywell 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

Drama on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Suspense, originally broadcast May 24, 1954, 71 years ago, Weekend Special:Death starring Agnes Moorehead.  Agnes has another tangle with a telephone operator when she finds herself trapped in a supermarket with two safecrackers. Followed by the news from 71 years ago, then Night Watch, originally broadcast May 24, 1954, 71 years ago. The first call is about two abandoned kids while their "parents" drink in a bar. A man is standing in traffic, trying to commit suicide. Then Arch Oboler's Plays, originally broadcast May 24, 1945, 80 years ago, An Exercise in Horror starring Peter Lorre.  Complaining that there have been no horror stories on the series thus far, Peter convinces Arch Oboler to "cause goose bumps on a bowling ball.". Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast May 24, 1959, 66 years ago, In an Evil Time. Paladin is hired to bring in the legendary Pappy French, a bank robber with $50,000 hidden away. Finally, The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast May 24, 1960, 65 years ago, Unpaid Chicago Hotel Bill. Thanks to Adele 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

Drama on a FridayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then Escape, originally broadcast May 23, 1948, 77 years ago, Leinengen vs. The Ants starring William Conrad. A determined man battles even more determined insects in the tropical jungles.Followed by the news from 77 years ago, then Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast May 23, 1948, 77 years ago, The Case of the Housing Racket.  A group of veterans have been sold substandard houses.  There appears to be fraud and the counterspies are investigating.  But the complaining veterans are being threatened with violence. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Edmond O'Brien, originally broadcast May 23, 1950, 75 years ago, The Earl Chadwick Matter.   Johnny flies to Bermuda to find out if a dead man really is.Followed by Five After the Hour, originally broadcast May 23, 1945,  80 years ago, The Man Without a Face.   A delightful evening with friends, broadcast 2 weeks after VE Day. Cards, beer and the man of Germany's destiny...Adolf Hitler! A story told in flashback, by a baker in Munich, 11 years after his death. Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast May 23, 1960, 65 years ago, Mr. Piper and Housework. Thanks to Honeywell 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

Westerns and crazy on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast May 20, 1956, 69 years ago, Buffalo Man.  Marshal Dillon and Chester are taken prisoner by Ben Siple, an insane buffalo hunter. The Pawnee Indians prove an unexpected ally. Followed by the news from 69 years ago, then Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast May 20, 1956, 69 years ago, Gold.  A group of men head up the Bozeman Trail into Indian territory, searching for gold and breaking the treaty. Then The Six Shooter starring Jimmy Stewart, originally broadcast May 20, 1954, 71 years ago, The Shooting of Wyatt King. Who shot the bank robber named Wyatt King? He was also known as, "The Wyoming Kid." Was it the Six-Shooter? Of course!Followed by Arch Oboler's Plays, originally broadcast May 20, 1939, 86 years ago, Crazy Town. Two (presumably) Italian aviators crash after a bombing mission. They find themselves imprisoned in a "crazy town."  In a community where all men are mad, no one is mad.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast May 20, 1960, 65 years ago, Unexpected Trip to Chicago. Thanks to Adele 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 SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Jimmy Durante-Garry Moore Show, originally broadcast May 17, 1946, 79 years ago. The Story of E. Fromsby Statchelcrom.  The show originates from San Francisco.  An Armed Forces recording, so the commercials have been edited out and extra musical numbers are edited in. Followed by Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast May 17, 1951, 74 years ago, Locked out of the House.  The family is locked out, and they try to figure out how to get in. Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson,  originally broadcast May 17, 1948, 77 years ago.  Jane has been accepted into the New York Professional Women's Club. Irma wants to be a member too.  Followed by Birds Eye Open House starring Dinah Shore, originally broadcast May 17, 1945, 80 years ago.  Guest Groucho Marx ad libs to the point where announcer Harry Von Zell asks him, "Are you using the same script I have?"Finally. The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast May 17, 1960, 65 years ago, more Problems with Brownie. Thanks to Honeywell 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 FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Jack Benny, originally broadcast May 16, 1948, 77 years ago, Robert Taylor fills in for Jack.  The Sportsmen Quartet and Robert Taylor (playing the cello) do a singing commercial to the tune of, "You Were Meant For Me."Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast May 16, 1944, 81 years ago, George Tries to Sing His Way into Office. George is running for councilman and winds up giving guest Lawrence Tibbett a singing lesson. George then joins Lawrence in concert at the Hollywood Bowl! Tibett sings, "Night and Day."Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast May 16, 1943, 82 years ago, The Haunted House.  Leila has gotten the nesting instinct and thinks the Burton house would make an ideal home for the Gildersleeves!Followed by Life with Luigi starring J. Carrol Naish, originally broadcast May 16, 1950, 75 years ago, Future American.  Luigi's night school class is to take part in the "I Am An American Day" ceremonies. Luigi makes a speech. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast May 16, 1960, 65 years ago, Betsy Biting Her Fingernails.Thanks to Adele 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

Drama on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast May 10, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Joke. A bartender is paid $500 to kill a nice old man with no enemies. Who wants him dead? Followed by Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast May 10, 1950, 75 years ago, Lecturing Professors.  One of the six professors with International Lecture Tours is a spy. Steve travels to Oslo to reveal the traitor...and returns with a small boy. Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast May 10, 1949, 76 years ago, Confession.  Nightclub comic Mike Evans has been shot and killed in his dressing room. Myra Tyler has confessed to the crime and has made a tape recording of her confession! Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 10, 1954, 71 years ago, The Last Days of John Dillinger starring Van Heflin. A radio-noir portrait of a mad-dog killer. Beware "The Lady In Red"!Finally,  The Couple Next Door, originally broadcast May 10, 1960, 65 years ago, Betsy Invited to Aunt Effie's.  

Drama on a TuesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast May 6, 1962, 63 years ago, The Burma Red Matter.  Johnny's on the trail of a Half Million Dollar Ruby.Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast  May 6, 1962, 63 years ago, The Second Door starring Robert Readick in a story he wrote. A man's neighbor has a special door that can transport whoever goes through it to anywhere you want to go...instantaneously!Then The Sealed Book, originally broadcast May 6, 1945, 80 years ago, Stranger In The House. A couple moves into a haunted house and the man falls in love with a beautiful ghost. Followed by Dimension X, originally broadcast May 6, 1950, 75 years ago, Knock. The last man on Earth sat in a room, there was a knock on the door.Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunce, originally broadcast May 6, 1960, 65 years ago, Who's Responsible for the Crash?  Brownie the dog was sleeping in the middle of the road and a car swerved to avoid him and crashed into the couple's mailbox.  But…who's responsible?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

Comedy on a FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen An hour of the Burns and Allen Show, originally broadcast May 2, 1946, 79 years ago.  A special, one hour expanded program, replacing "Birdseye Open House". Frances Langford substitutes for Dinah Shore, who has laryngitis. Dinah does appear at the end of the show, but doesn't sing. Gracie tries to persuade Charles Boyer to be the leading man in the play being produced by the Beverly Hills Uplift Society.Followed by The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast May 2, 1943, 82 years ago.   Charlie's growing a moustache. Bill Thompson reports from "Flageria" (in his "Wallace Wimple" voice and Negro, German and Swedish dialects). Guest Barbara Stanwyck volunteers to be Charlie's manager and get a raise for him from Bergen. Then Life With Luigi starring J. Carrol Naish, originally broadcast May 2, 1950, 75 years ago, Cough Syrup.  Luigi tries to take advantage of the guarantee for "Sootho Cough Syrup." He wants double his money back. Finally, The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast May 2, 1960, 65 years ago, Washing a Drip-Dry Suit. 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

Same Time, Same Station 04/20/2025Easter. “Chamber Music Society Of Lower Basin Street” 04/25/1943 Ep004 Beguine The Beguine. “The Couple Next Door” 04/13/1960 (596) Betsy's New Easter Bonnet. “Ceiling Unlimited” 04/09/1944 (65) God’s Corporals. Easter show. “Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show” 04/17/1949 ep29 Easter Show. School Principal invited to Dinner. “Easter Seals Parade of Stars” 03/11/1955. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman:

Same Time, Same Station 04/20/2025Easter. “Chamber Music Society Of Lower Basin Street” 04/25/1943 Ep004 Beguine The Beguine. “The Couple Next Door” 04/13/1960 (596) Betsy's New Easter Bonnet. “Ceiling Unlimited” 04/09/1944 (65) God’s Corporals. Easter show. “Phil Harris-Alice Faye Show” 04/17/1949 ep29 Easter Show. School Principal invited to Dinner. “Easter Seals Parade of Stars” 03/11/1955. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman:

Nick welcomes TV critic Dan Fienberg back to the podcast to review new shows like The Couple Next Door and Paradise, along with a few standout documentaries from the Sundance Film Festival, including Predators, which dives into the TV show To Catch a Predator, and Pee-Wee As Himself, an exploration of Paul Reubens and his iconic character. Nick and Dan also chat about Saturday Night Live and share their own unforgettable encounters with Gary Busey. Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to talk about weird dreams, high school memories, Valentine's Day, and the odd phenomenon of meeting celebrities in the bathroom. They wrap things up with a taste of a unique historical snack.  [Ep319]

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