Podcast appearances and mentions of Jack Webb

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

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

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

For this episode, our Patreon supporter Ryan joins your hosts Eric, Tim, Joshua, and special guest host Shanan live on stage at the Bryant-Lake Bowl! Ryan has brought us “A Shipment of Mute Fate,” an episode of Escape featuring Jack Webb as a passenger transporting dangerous cargo aboard a ship at sea! What deadly thing […]

We're celebrating the 105th anniversary of the birth of Jack Webb - one of the faces on the Mt. Rushmore of old time radio drama. Best known for Dragnet, Webb logged many an hour solving crimes on the air as cops, private eyes, and amateur sleuths. We'll hear him as Jeff Regan, Investigator in "The Guy from Gower Gulch" (originally aired on CBS on November 13, 1948) and as Pat Novak For Hire in "Wendy Morris" (originally aired on ABC on  May 8, 1948). He solves a Prohibition-era mystery in Pete Kelly's Blues (AFRS rebroadcast of an episode known as "Little Jake" from May 22, 1951), and we wrap up with Webb in his element as Sgt. Joe Friday in "The Big Want" (originally aired on NBC on March 1, 1953).

This pod, part of a series of interviews of Military Veterans, is presented by the New England Chapter of the U.S. Army Ranger Association. Ranger Bill Biser talks about his military service and Ranger Lessons Learned. Along the way we discuss – the Draft (1:15), MLK March (8:30), PRC-10 Radio (16:45), Jack Webb (21:30), “This too shall pass” (29:30), Veteran Organizations (38:25). This podcast is teamed with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Help us reach our 3-scholarship goal. Send your $20 donation to our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com, PayPal, or Venmo @LukeLeaders1248.  Music intro and outro from the creative brilliance of Kenny Kilgore. Lowriders and Beautiful Rainy Day. 

National ride your horse to a bar day/  Entertainment 1972.  Ponce De Leon finds Florida, 1st person shot out of a cannon.  Todays birthdays - Buddy Epsen, Alec Guinness, Jack Webb, Marvin Gaye, Emmylou Harris, Christopher Meloni, Keren Woodward, Billy Dean. Pope John Paul II died.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran    https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Beer for my horses - Toby KeithA horse with no name - AmericaMy hang up is you - Freddie HartBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent    https://www.50cent.com/Beverly Hillbillies tv themeDragnet tv themeHeard it through the grapevine - Marvin GayeTwo more bottles of wine - Emmylou HarrisVenus - BananaramaBilly the kid - Billy DeanExit - The river song - Mark Mckinney    https://www.markmckinney.com/countryundergroundradio.comHistory and Factoids website

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 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 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 SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast March 15, 1949, 76 years ago, The Shiny Gun.  A young boy shoots his friend while playing with his father's loaded gun. Running from the law, he hides out in the sewer pipes. Followed by Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian,  originally broadcast March 15, 1953, 73 years ago, The Case of the Lovers Lane Killing.  A rich girl has been attacked on a back road...and her boyfriend has been killed. Then, Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast on March 15, 1953, 72 years ago—The Big Impossible. Bernie Hanson has been identified as the head of a team robbing markets, but he has a good alibi. He is hospitalized and cannot leave his bed! Followed by Quiet Please starring Ernest Chappell, originally broadcast March 15, 1948, 77 years ago, Meeting at Ticonderoga.  A Scotsman saves the life of a murderer, not knowing that the man's victim was a kinsman. Years later, during the French and Indian war, the two meet again. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast March 15, 1949, 76 years ago, Vying for Silence.  The phone rings, but there's no one there. 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

EPISODE 78 - “FILM NOIR - Part 1 - WHAT IS NOIR?” - 3/10/2025 Have you ever wondered what exactly is film noir? TCM's EDDIE MULLER describes it this way: “Film Noir is all about treachery, deceit, and paranoia. You're never quite sure what is going on, who you can trust, or what dreadful pitfall waits around the corner.” This dark and twisted film genre popped up after WWII as a quiet cynicism began to creep into the national consciousness. In film noir, there is always an underbelly of darkness that comes out to play. And within the darkness, the shadows, and the neon lights, lie many stories of crime, dishonesty, adultery, murder, and mayhem. This week, we present the first in a special three-part series that delves into the darkest of genres where crooked cops, gangsters, torch singers, barflies, and other seedy character's live, love and kill. Join us as we discuss Film Noir!  SHOW NOTES:  Sources: Film Noir (2017), by Alian Silver & James Ursini; Into the Darkness: The Hidden World of Film Noir 1941-1959 (2016), by Mark A. Viera; More than Night: film Noir in Its Contexts (2008), by James Naremore; Dark City: The Lost World of Film Noir (1998), by Eddie Muller; Voices in the Dark: The Narrative Patterns of Film Noir (1989), by J.P. Telotte; Film Noir: An Encyclopedia Reference to the American Style (1979), edited by Alain Silver & Elizabeth Ward; Wikipedia.com; TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; Movies Mentioned:  Leave Her To Heaven (1945), starring Gene Tierney, Cornell Wilde, & Jeanne Crain; Desert Fury (1947), starring Burt Lancaster & Lizabeth Scott; Niagara (1953), starring Joseph Cotten, Jean Peters, & Marilyn Monroe; Mildred Pierce (1945), starring Joan Crawford, Ann Blyth, & Zachary Scott; Johnny O'Clock (1947), starring Dick Powell, Evelyn Keyes, & Ellen Drew; Double Indemnity (1944), starring Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray, & Edward G. Robinson; Strangers On A Train (1951), starring Farley Granger, Robert Walker, & Ruth Roman; The Big Heat (1953), starring Glenn Ford & Gloria Grahame; I Wake Up Screaming (1941), starring Betty Grable, Victor Mature, Carole Landis, & Laird Cregar; Out of the Past (1947), starring Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer, & Kirk Douglas; Phantom Lady (1944), starring Ella Raines, Alan Curtis, & Franchot Tone; The Killers (1946), starring Burt Lancaster & Ava Gardner; The Spiral Staircase (1946), starring Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, & Ethel Barrymore; Suspicion (1941), starring Cary Grant & Joan Fontaine; The Amazing Mr. X (1948), starring Turban Bay, Lynn Bari, Cathy O'Donnell, & Richard Carlson; Two O'Clock Courage (1945), starring Tom Conway & Ann Rutherford; The Letter (1940), starring Bette Davis, Herbert Marshall, & Gale Sondergaard; The Third Man (1949), starring Jospeh Cotten, Orson Welles, & Alida Valle; Kiss Me Deadly (1955), starring Ralph Meeker & Cloris Leachman; The Narrow Margin (1952), starring Charles McGraw, Marie Windsor, & Jacqueline White; The Dark Mirror (1946), starring Olivia de Haviland & Lew Ayres; The Woman In The Window (1944), starring Edward G. Robinson, Joan Bennett, & Dan Duryea; The Lady In The Lake (1947), starring Robert Montgomery & Audrey Totter; The Lady From Shanghai (1947), starring Rita Hayworth & Orson Welles; Night of The Hunter (1955), starring Robert Mitchum, Shelley Winters, & Lillian Gish; The Naked City (1948), starring Howard Duff & Barry Fitzgerald; Pick Up On South Street (1953), starring Richard Widmark, Jean Peters, & Thelma Ritter; ‘ He Walked By Night (1948), starring Richard Basehart, Scott Brady & Jack Webb; Impact (1949), starring Brian Donlevy, Ella Raines, Charles Coburn, Helen Walker, & Anna May Wong; The Asphalt Jungle (1950), starring Sterling Hayden & Jean Hagen; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Dramatic SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Story of Dr. Kildare starring Lew Ayres and Lionel Barrymore, originally broadcast March 8, 1950, 75 years ago, Rico and Carmen Machiano. Rico Marziano's is a street violinist with a sick wife. In fact, she's dying of cancer. Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast March 8, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Laugh. A thoroughly rotten louse cheats lonely women by promising to marry them. Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast March 8, 1949, 76 years ago, The Crooked Eye. An expose of the fake detective racket. A crooked private eye tries to blackmail a client, then beats him almost to death. The "detective" then murders his girlfriend and threatens to do the same to Lorelei!Followed by Mr. District Attorney starring David Brian, originally broadcast March 8, 1953, 72 years ago, The Case of the Murderous Junkman.  A Mexican is found dead in the city dump...killed by a shotgun blast. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast March 8, 1949, 76 years ago, Claudia Buys a Cow.  The birds, the buds and the bees. It's the first anniversary of living on the farm. 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

Today's First Mystery: Sam Spade is hired by a man who is then shot down in front of him with a carbine.Original Release Date: August 1, 1948Starring: Howard Duff as Sam Spade; Lurene Tuttle as Effie; Jack Webb; WIlliam ConradToday's 2nd Mystery: While investigating an international narcotics ring, Mr. Moto finds himself in the center of the murder of the owner of an import-export company who was shot with a carbine.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 20, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: James Monks as Mr. I.A. MotoSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Bettina, Patreon Supporter since May 2021Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.netMail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Today's First Mystery: Sam Spade is hired by a man who is then shot down in front of him with a carbine.Original Release Date: August 1, 1948Starring: Howard Duff as Sam Spade; Lurene Tuttle as Effie; Jack Webb; WIlliam ConradToday's 2nd Mystery: While investigating an international narcotics ring, Mr. Moto finds himself in the center of the murder of the owner of an import-export company who was shot with a carbine.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 20, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: James Monks as Mr. I.A. MotoSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Bettina, Patreon Supporter since May 2021Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.netMail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives

TVC 679.6: From February 2013: James McEachin talks to Ed about the important role that Jack Webb played early in his acting career, particularly when James was under contract at Universal. He also shares a few memories of working with Clint Eastwood, Charles Floyd Johnson, David Janssen, and James Garner. James McEachin passed away on Jan. 11, 2025 at the age of ninety-four. TV Confidential spoke to James McEachin a second time in November 2014. That conversation is available for listening on demand for free by clicking here.

First a look at this day in History.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast February 22, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Smoke.  Old Mr. Stone, who kept his life savings in his mattress, has been killed, and his invalid wife beaten with a club.Followed by Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast February 22, 1949, 76 years ago, The Charity Killers.  Two old ladies practice grand larceny and a dash of murder...all in the name of sweet charity! Lorelei uses a battery operated tape recorder to get the goods on them.Then Suspense, originally broadcast February 22, 1954, 71 years ago, Murder By Jury starring Herbert Marshall.  A courtroom drama about a man on trial for murdering his wife. Three years after his acquittal, evidence is found to prove his guilt. A perfect crime seems to have taken place...and it has!Followed by Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast February 22, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Mexican Rancho. The Counterspies are on the hunt for enemy agents looking for a uranium deposit in Mexico. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast February 22, 1949, 76 years ago, The Land Across the Road.  An early morning visit by Mr. Tucker. 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

A Dramatic FridayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring John Stanley, originally broadcast February 21, 1949, 76 years ago, The Adventure of the Hangman and the Book.  The wife of a prominent book dealer has been found hanged.  Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb originally broadcast February 21, 1952, 73 years ago, The Big Producer.  A trail of pornography leads to a run-down Hollywood studio and a movie has-been. Then Dr. Christian starring Gene Hersholdt, originally broadcast February 21, 1939, 86 years ago, Washington Had His Delaware. Dr Christian is trying to stir up patriotism in Rivers End by putting on a pageant.  But there are skeptics. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast February 21, 1956, 69 years ago, Hollywood Hostages starring Eve McVeagh and Tom Brown. Two members of a movie crew arrive at a ghost town to shoot a picture. Two desperate criminals have arrived there ahead of the Hangman and the movie crew, but the Hollywood types think the two crooks are a practical joke.Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast February 21, 1949, 76 years ago, Waiting on the Babysitter.  It's 7:00 P.M. and the babysitter hasn't arrived. 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 Criminal SundayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast February 16, 1954, 71 years ago, The Big Sucker.   A con-man uses real diamonds to cheat unsuspecting victims, selling them cut glass after they've taken the bait. Followed by The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast February 16, 1951, 74 years ago, The Case of the Party for Death. Archie attends a cocktail party at which Nero Wolfe expects the guest of honor to be murdered!Then The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast February 16, 1955, 70 years ago,  Strictly Business. A swindler tries to run a racket around real estate, with a side dish of romance.Followed by Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast February 16, 1955, 70 years ago, the Moving Target.  A high-flying globe trotter finds that sheer elbow room is no insurance for survival when a felonious blonde makes a passionate effort to bring him down to earth...really deep down, that is. Finally Superman,  originally broadcast February 16, 1942, 83 years ago, The Ghost Car.  Clark Kent tries to spring a trap, but only gets himself, Lois Lane and Jenks (the real estate agent) trapped in the mine!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

The OTRNow Radio Program 2024-022The Shadow Of Fu Manchu. August 02, 1939. Program #37. Radio Attractions syndication. Sponsored by: Music fill for local commercial insert. Escape from the house of Fu by sliding across on a wire. Hanley Stafford, Gale Gordon. The Shadow Of Fu Manchu. August 04, 1939. Program #38. Radio Attractions syndication. Sponsored by: Music fill for local commercial insert. "The Fiery Hand.". Hanley Stafford, Gale Gordon. Calling All Cars. March 28, 1934. Program #18. CBS Pacific net (Don Lee net). "The Spinoza Case". Sponsored by: Rio Grande Oil. A pyromaniac has set a fire that has done $147,000 worth of damage. The story is introduced by Chief James Davis of the Los Angeles police department. The Spotlight Revue. December 3, 1948. CBS net. Commercials deleted. The first tune is, "On Notre Dame." The band also plays, "It's Magic." Guest Frank Sinatra sings, "Once In Love With Amy" and, "Prisoner Of Love" (with embellishments by Spike). Spike Jones and The City Slickers, George Rock, Doodles Weaver, Dorothy Shay, Freddie Morgan, Dick Morgan, Frank Sinatra, Dick Joy (announcer).  The Anacin Hollywood Star Theatre. December 18, 1948. NBC net. "Fogbound". Sponsored by: Anacin, BiSoDol Mints. A romance set in San Francisco. A beautiful and wealthy girl from Nob Hill falls for a bitter piano player in a bar. Helena Carter admits that this is her first time before a microphone and before an audience. Helena Carter, Jack Webb, Douglas Fairbanks Jr. (host), Donald Woods, Martha Wilkerson (writer), Stacy Harris, Ken Peters (announcer).  The Adventures Of Philip Marlowe. June 17, 1947. NBC net. "The Red Wind". Sponsored by: Pepsodent. The first show of the series, as a summer replacement for Bob Hope. The same story was re-done a year later with a different cast (see cat. #8612). Forty-one matched pearls with a diamond propeller clasp...a good reason for murder! The show is referred to as "The Pepsodent Show." Van Heflin, Lyn Murray (composer, conductor), Raymond Chandler (creator, writer), Milton Geiger (adaptor), Lurene Tuttle, Wendell Niles (announcer), William Conrad, James Fonda (producer, director), William Johnstone, Harry Bartell.Macabre. December 11, 1961. Program #5. AFRTS-FEN origination. "The Midnight Horseman". A good screamer. A painting of a black knight...with occult powers! The announcer mentions that it's Halloween, indicating a possible rebroadcast at a later date. Al Lepage (announcer). 

A Dramatic SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Press. A pair of check forgers are at work in Los Angeles. Sgt. Friday goes undercover to track them down. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago, Jetsam starring Ben Wright.  Junius Peabody is an alcoholic, broke, and on a beach on an island at the end of nowhere. Finding a fortune in ambergris, his troubles are only beginning!  Then The Chase, originally broadcast February 8, 1953, 72 years ago,  The Penny Pinching Landlord.  A miserly couple running a boarding house find one of their tenants dead in an alley...with $5000 in his pockets. Followed by The Lives of Harry Lime starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast February 8, 1952, 73 years ago, Earl On Troubled Waters.  Harry poses as a nobleman to smuggle $30,000 out of the country, but little Lord Randolph himself takes a hand. Finally Claudia,  originally broadcast February 8, 1949, 76 years ago, Arguing Ashtrays.   What the well-dress man smokes at night. 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

Dragnet, “Big Rod,” aired on March 3, 1954.Dragnet was created and produced by Jack Webb, who also starred as Sergeant Joe Friday. His goal was to create a show that was realistic, so he attended police academy classes and did ride-alongs with the Los Angeles Police Department as part of his research. The cases in the shows were based on actual cases handled by the LAPD. Dragnet was broadcast on NBC radio stations from 1949 to 1957. It overlapped with it's TV version which ran from 1951 to 1959 in black and white, and was brought back to TV in color from 1967 to 1970.

Support Breaking Walls at https://www.patreon.com/thewallbreakers Network radio opened 1949 fresh off its fourteenth consecutive year of record earnings. Total network revenue exceeded Two-hundred-ten million dollars. Broadway Is My Beat first took to the air over CBS from New York on February 27th, 1949, It starred Anthony Ross and was directed by John Dietz. Dietz was a prolific radio man in the 1940s. He helped get Suspense off the ground and had success with New York-based shows like Casey, Crime Photographer. Early CBS press material for the show told how “as a kid, Danny Clover sold papers and shined shoes along the Great White Way. He later walked the beat as a policeman and knows everything along Broadway—from pan handler to operatic prima donna—but he's still sentimental. The street is forever a wonderland of glamor to him.” CBS was in the middle of the “Packaged Program Initiative.” When head of CBS William Paley returned from World War II in 1946, he saw his network behind NBC in ratings, revenue, and star power. Paley decided to greenlight and cost-sustain shows in order to develop hits not controlled by advertising agencies. The gamble paid off. By February of 1949 CBS had found success with sitcoms like My Friend Irma and Our Miss Brooks. The network was also using capital gains tax laws to sign production deals with stars like Jack Benny, George Burns, Gracie Allen, Red Skelton, and Bing Crosby. For a deep dive on this, please tune into Breaking Walls episodes 108 through 112. Meanwhile, after fifteen weeks Broadway is My Beat was floundering. CBS was going to pull the plug at the end of May when NBC found its first post-talent raid hit. A new police procedural, Dragnet, launched on June 3rd, 1949. The brainchild of Jack Webb, it was unlike anything heard on the air at that point. CBS brass decided to move Broadway is My Beat's production to Hollywood. Elliott Lewis was by then starring as Frankie Remley on The Phil Harris and Alice Faye Show and helping to edit scripts for Bill Spier on Suspense. With the urging of men like Spier and Bill Robson, Lewis was given the chance to direct the newly migrated series. He was born in Manhattan on November 28th, 1917. He told Radio Life, “You should hear the city constantly. Even the people in New York are noisy.” Three soundmen were often needed to re-create that New York flavor. Lewis immediately tabbed Morton Fine and David Friedkin to write the series. Here's Morton Fine. Lewis' first episode came on Thursday, July 7th, 1949 when the repackaged Broadway is My Beat debuted as a summer replacement for The FBI In Peace And War. Larry Thor would star as Danny Clover. The change in tenor was immediately evident. Rounding out the regular cast was Charles Calvert as Tartaglia and Jack Kruschen doubling as both Sergeant Muggavan and Doctor Sinski. The last episode of the seven week summer run was “The Val Dane Case,” airing on August 25th, 1949. By then the show had begun to hit its stride. Broadway is My Beat stretched for the poetic metaphor and if the tone was sometimes heavy and wordy, the scenes were gritty, and the crimes were less-than-glamorous. After the initial summer run, the CBS network executives were happy with Elliott Lewis' work and decided to bring the show back in the fall.

A Criminal SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Big Town starring Edward Pawley, originally broadcast January 25, 1949, 76 years ago, The Fatal Fix.  Willy The Weep sees a young girl attacked on a Big Town dock. She's been slashed by Shiv The Knife to keep a basketball fix racket under wraps. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast January 25, 1954, 71 years ago, Want Ad starring Robert Cummings. A story about a small time crook who answers want ads offering merchandise for sale and then robs the advertiser. Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast January 25, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big Layout.  Gary Field, a model student who is the son of a cop, has become a dope addict. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast January 25, 1953, 72 years ago, Diary of a Madman starring Ben Wright. A story about a band of Nazi deserters in the Sahara Desert, determined to become kings of The Empire Of The Niger.Finally Claudia, originally broadcast January 25, 1949, 76 years ago, Four for Lunch. In a restaurant with Mama, David and Roger. 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 Criminal SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Suspense, originally broadcast January 18, 1954, 71 years ago,  The Face is Familiar starring Jack Benny. An innocent schnook is used by a gang of bank robber to help them with a caper.   Read about Jack's forays on Suspense here…https://www.classicradio.stream/2023/01/jack-benny-on-suspense.htmlFollowed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast January 18, 1953, 72 years ago, The Big String. Mrs. Wagner, the wife of a college professor, has been kidnapped. The professor isn't sure he should have called the cops. Then The Hallmark Playhouse, originally broadcast January 18, 1951, 74 years ago, Old Soldiers Never Die starring Raymond Massey. . An old soldier is left at home when his country goes to war. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast January 18, 1959, 66 years ago, Three Bells To Perdido.  Paladin is hired to ride into "Perdido" and bring back Dave Enderby...alive!Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 18, 1949, 76 years ago, Managing The Milk.   David tries to read the newspaper.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 Arch Obolers Plays, originally broadcast January 5, 1943, 82 years ago, Speed.   A story about two men with a mighty power, the power to move very, very rapidly.Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast January 5, 1954, 71 years ago, The Big Listen.  A drunk in a Turkish bath supplies the clue needed to round up a gang of counterfeiters. Then Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast January 5, 1954, 71 years ago, On The Trail of a Killer.  Frank's good friend Ellie is, "fat, forty and frustrated." She marries a no-goodnik and is soon murdered. Rocky takes out in hot pursuit and nearly rides the rails...with his ticket punched with a bullet, "from here to eternity."Followed by Mr. Keen Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast January 5, 1950, 75 years ago, The Case of the Rushville Murder.    A madwoman has escaped from the asylum and committed murder, but what about her sane sister?Finally Superman, originally broadcast January 5, 1942, 83 years ago, The Mechanical Man.  Lois Lane confronts Max Heller, the Nazi spy. Lois Lane gets a demonstration of the mechanical man and learns of Mr. Heller's evil plans.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

Tread Perilously starts the new year with the Winter Patreon request month. First up: an episode of the cop drama Adam 12 called "Log 72: El Presidente." As the morning shift starts, Reed wonders if he can afford to buy a house. Malloy cannot contemplate why he would stop being a renter. Their first call of the day takes them to an apartment building with a unique living situation for three of its tenants. They also aid a cabbie who has been robbed and a busload of Mexicans looking to honor "El Presidente." But when a disgruntled homeowner starts firing at kids, the pair get the riot gun ready. Justin discovers, to his dismay, that he watched the right episode of Adam-12. A look at episode writer Robert H. Forward's IMDb page leads to a discussion of John Landis, fraternities, and a commitment to watch a certain show in 2025. Griffin Dunne gets some praise. Justin makes a determination about Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also discuss the later 2D Disney movies, a properly cast version of The Black Dahlia, and the last great episode of The Simpsons. They also, eventually, discuss Adam-12 as its format and stars get examined. Jack Webb's worldview comes into the discussion and gun safety turns out to be very important.

This cut, from Julie London's album of the same name, became a camp classic. It's undeniably bawdy, with the torch songstress purring like a mod Mae West, with tongue solidly in cheek. The original, generated by neutered, pre-fab bobble heads, The Ohio Express, is a prepubescent rocker, lacking any lubriciousness whatsoever, but, emanating from Julie's throat it's an open invitation to bed, or a post-coital pillow declaration.Julie is Her Name, her first album, was released in 1955, and YUMMY YUMMY YUMMY was her last, arriving in 1969, when she was 43 years old. Being an aging sex star is hard, but doing it in the 1960s during the youth movement must have been agonizing. Following this, she retired from recording altogether to concentrate on her acting career, which served her well. In '72, her ex-husband, Jack Webb, cast her in the tv show Emergency! alongside her current spouse Bobby Troup,- (the composer of Route 66) - and that show lasted 6 years.In 2000, throat cancer claimed the life of the sultry voiced siren, after a lifetime of dedicated smoking. She was 74, leaving behind a discography full of yearning and heartache. I discovered her decades after her Hey Day, on a collection of Lounge numbers, and was smitten.  

We're taking a few days off for the holidays, but we'll be back with brand new editions of TV Confidential in the new year. In the meantime, please enjoy this Blast from the Past clip from December 2013 in which Tony, Donna, and Ed discuss "The Big Little Jesus," the second of two Christmas episodes that Jack Webb produced for Dragnet, which aired on Dec. 24, 1953, both on television as well as for the radio version of Dragnet.

Our annual Christmas special sponsored by Mount Wheeler Power in Ely.  Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 22, 1949, 75 years ago - a .22 Rifle for Christmas. A young boy named Stanley Johnstone is missing, and so is the .22 caliber rifle he was going to get for Christmas. Plus Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast December 22, 1949, The Magic Christmas Tree. A party at Miss Brooks', with a magic Christmas tree, or was it all a dream?

Christmas Drama on a SaturdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast December 21, 1950, 74 years ago, Miracle on 34th Street starring Edmund Gwinn.  The short, jolly old man with the whiskers proves his identity. Followed by the news from 74 years ago, then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 21, 1950, 74 years ago, a .22 Rifle for Christmas. A young boy named Stanley Johnstone is missing, and so is the .22 caliber rifle he was going to get for Christmas.Then Richard Diamond Private Detective starring Dick Powell, originally broadcast December 21, 1951, 73 years ago, Richard Diamond's Christmas Carol.  The entire cast (in character) does, "A Christmas Carol," by Charles Dickens. Followed by Jonathan Thomas and His Christmas On The Moon, originally broadcast December 21, 1938, 86 years ago, The Dragon with Thirteen Tails again. While enveloped in a thick fog, Jonathan Thomas is threatened once again by The Dragon With Thirteen Tails.Finally,  Claudia, originally broadcast December 21, 1948, 76 years ago, Shopping for Mama. Christmas shopping at the last minute.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

We're taking a few days off for the holidays, but we'll be back with brand new editions of TV Confidential in the new year. In the meantime, please enjoy this Blast from the Past clip from December 2013 in which Tony, Donna, and Ed discuss "The Big .22 Rifle for Christmas," an episode of Dragnet that originally aired on Dec. 18, 1952. An adaptation of an episode of the Dragnet radio series that originally aired in December 1949, this was the first of two Christmas episodes that Jack Webb produced for the original Dragnet TV series.

Crime and Creepiness on a WednesdayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Jeff Regan Investigator starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 11, 1948, 76 years ago, The Gambler and his Lady.  Georgia Bascombe may be hanging out with a known gambler named Louis Desmond (she's really married to the guy). When Georgia's mother is murdered, there's the smell of cubeb in the air. The little man with the big smell is murdered too. There are two more killings and lots of violence too. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast December 11, 1948, 76 years ago, The Case of the Thornberry Brothers. Ralph Bell and Art Carney as two criminal brothers.  One is hung up on a girl and keeps trying to get back with her.  Could she be their downfall?Then Macabre, originally broadcast December 11, 1961, 63 years ago, The Midnight Horsemen.  A painting of a black knight...with occult powers! Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 11, 1953, 71 years ago,  Fibber Gets The Call from the War Department.  At last, Fibber gets that call from the War Department in Washington, D.C. Fibber never returned his gas mask and helmet from World War I!Then Jonathan Thomas and His Christmas On The Moon, originally broadcast December 11, 1938, 86 years ago, Crossing the Frozen River.  After getting the rubies needed to grow the rose to awaken Jonathan Thomas, Whiskery Bill and Sir Algy begin their return journey. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 11, 1941, 83 years ago, Red and Yellow Delivery Truck. Lum has his heart set on a red and yellow delivery truck. Abner plans a surprise. 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

The OTRNow Radio Program 2024-017The Shadow Of Fu Manchu. July 10, 1939. Program #27. Radio Attractions syndication. Sponsored by: Music fill for local commercial insert. The Three Golden Pomegranates. Hanley Stafford, Gale Gordon. 11007. The Shadow Of Fu Manchu. July 12, 1939. Program #28. Radio Attractions syndication. Sponsored by: Music fill for local commercial insert. Nayland Smith returns with a clue, the trail warms. Hanley Stafford, Gale Gordon. Good News Of 1939. November 17, 1938. NBC net, KFI, Los Angeles aircheck. Sponsored by: Maxwell House Coffee, Bulova (local), Beckman's Furs (local). The first tune is "The Bumpy Road To Love." Frank Morgan relates how he battled burglars in his house. Louis Mayer and Father Flanagan talk about the "Boys Town" movie and appeal for funds. Daddy prepares Baby Snooks for a visit from the boss. Scenes from "The Shining Hour," with Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas and Robert Young. "If Men Played Cards As Women Do." About one minute is missing from the middle of the program. Meredith Willson and His Orchestra, Frank Morgan, Tony Martin, Louis B. Mayer, Edward Flanagan, Fanny Brice, Hanley Stafford, Joan Crawford, Melvyn Douglas, Robert Young, Margaret Sullavan, Ted Pearson (announcer).  The Louella Parsons Show. January 05, 1951. ABC net. Sponsored by: Jergens Lotion, Woodbury Soap. Burgess Meredith has been secretly married. The Elizabeth Taylor-Nicky Hilton divorce is proceding. The film "The Miracle" is considered "immoral, irreligious and stupid" by the Catholic Church...and Louella. Faye Emerson and Skitch Henderson are having marital troubles. Louella interviews John Wayne and presents him with a scroll from "Motion Picture Herald." John's interview sounds scripted, but he does mention his anti-communist feelings and his support for "The Motion Picture Alliance.". Louella Parsons, John Wayne, Marvin Miller (announcer).FEDERAL AGENT 1944. Finley syndication. Music fill for local commercial insert. Nick Sarno is up for parole, and it's granted despite the objections of the Feds. Sarno's enemies are wiped out in a gangland massacre, even though Sarno is in France!   Dragnet. March 02, 1950. Program #38. NBC net. "The Big Kill". Sponsored by: Fatima. Jack Carver, just out of Folsom, is suspected of killing a cop for revenge. Friday poses as a criminal in jail to find the missing murder weapon. Jack Webb, Barton Yarborough.  Death Valley Days. June 16, 1939. NBC net. "Shoo Fly". Sponsored by: Twenty Mule Team Borax (some commercials deleted). A tough old lady runs her own claim in the Panamint mountains...with a harsh word and a shotgun. Milton Herman, Frank Butler, John McBryde (as "The Old Ranger"), Irene Hubbard, Jeffrey Bryant, George Hicks (announcer), Ruth Woodman (creator, writer), Dorothy McCann (producer), Bob Prescott (sound effects), Keene Crockett (sound effects), Harry Glantz (bugle call), Joseph Bonime (music). 

  Dragnet starring Jack Webb as Sgt.Joe Friday

A Criminal SaturdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 30, 1952, 72 years ago, The Big Shirt.  The co-owner of a pawn shop named Mark Williams has been found murdered in the back room. A laundry mark on a shirt provides a clue. Followed by the news from 72 years ago, then The Chase, originally broadcast November 30, 1952, 72 years ago, The Most Dangerous Game.  A man shipwrecked on a tropical island finds himself the quarry of an ex-Nazi who loves to hunt. Then Big Town starring William Pawley, originally broadcast November 30, 1948, 76 years ago, I Remember Murder.  A band-leader steals $50,000 from The High Hatters Club and leaves town in a hurry. After he's "taken for a ride," the girl singer who was with him developes amnesia. "Harry The Hack" finds her...and the murder victim too.Followed by Ceiling Unlimited starring Orson Welles, originally broadcast November 30, 1942, 82 years ago, Wind, Sand, and Stars.  Good news about the "P-38 Lightning." The program is dedicated to an aviation pioneer who was lost in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco while flying the mail. The story of his battle for survival. Then Jonathan Thomas and His Christmas On The Moon, originally broadcast November 30, 1938, 86 years ago,  Jonathan Promises to Find Santa. A case of kidnapping is being heard in the court of Old King Cole. The victim is none other than Santa Claus himself!Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 30, 1948, 76 years ago. The Great Dane Debate. Claudia had gone to New York without telling David. There's a Great Dane in the future.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

Happy Thanksgiving! For your listening pleasure as you travel, prepare the holiday meal, or just enjoy some well-deserved time off, here's an encore presentation of last year's Turkey Day special. It's a collection of Thanksgiving-themed mysteries starring some of my favorite old time radio detectives with a few special guests dropping in for some musical and comedic performances.  We've got a pair of adventures of Casey, Crime Photographer - "After Turkey, the Bill" (originally aired on CBS on November 27, 1947), and "Holiday" (originally aired on CBS on November 25, 1948). Jack Webb encounters a modern-day Miles Standish and a turkey shoot more dangerous for man than bird in "The Pilgrim's Progress" from Jeff Regan, Investigator (originally aired on CBS on November 13, 1948). Bob Bailey stars in "Cause for Thanksgiving" from Let George Do It (originally aired on Mutual on November 20, 1950), and Steve Dunne stars as Sam Spade and helps save a Tom Turkey who walks on two legs in "The Terrified Turkey Caper" (originally aired on NBC on November 24, 1950). 

Introductory audio ... followed by the rebroadcast of Dragnet episode from June 10, 1949... second show of 314 produced over 8 years. Stars Jack Webb as Sgt. Joe Friday. Very popular series as it was considered to be the most realistic program of the era. This track will be stored in the "Jack Webb" Playlist.

Crime and fantasy on a Saturday.First a look at the events of the dayMr. District Attorney starring Jay Jostyn, originally broadcast November 23, 1949, 75 years ago, The Case of Free Play. Marijuana dealers move into a nursery school.Followed by The Hall of Fantasy, originally broadcast November 23, 1953, 71 years ago, The Masks of Ashor.  A messenger from the netherworld, and a bargain declined. Jim Ameche stars.We follow that with Dragnet starring Jack Webb originally broadcast November 23, 1952, 72 years ago, The Big Guilt. A florist named Arthur McKinley has been found strangled to death in an alley. Then Pat Novak for Hire starring Ben Morris, originally broadcast November 23, 1947, 77 years ago, The Lydia Reynolds Case.   Lydia Reynolds, a wealthy but insane young lady, hires Novak to be her bodyguard. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 23, 1948, 76 years ago.  More for Thanksgiving.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

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Two hard -fisted , hard-boiled, and hard-hitting dramas from Jack Webb and the boys at Dragnet, who use actual felons as targets in every shooting scene.

A Creepy WednesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth, originally broadcast November 20, 1947, 77 years ago, Earned Rewards.  Shorty Irwin, one of Casey's rival photographers, tries for a $5000 reward. He exposes a murderer and develops death!Followed by Jeff Regan Investigator starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 20, 1948, 76 years ago, The Pilgrim's Progress. At a Thanksgiving turkey shoot, Regan gets the bird and it's not the turkey that gets shot, it's Miles Standish!Then Suspense, originally broadcast November 20, 1960, 64 years ago, Night on Red Mountain starring Lawson Zerbe.  A gas station owner atop a California mountain is threatened by members of his old gang during a blizzard. Followed by Macabre, originally broadcast November 20, 1961, 63 years ago,  Weekend.  A weekend on a mysterious island with a mad doctor who is experimenting with a deadly drug. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 20, 1941, 83 years ago.  Lum and the library lion - a real one, not a statue.  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

Two great episodes of America's favorite radio police show Dragnet- starring Jack Webb.

Re-Imagined Radio celebrates Dragnet, the real-life police procedural, and Jack Webb, as Detective Sgt. Joe Friday, who defined and was defined by this radio series. We sample from One Out of Seven, The Jack Webb Show, Pat Novak, For Hire, Johnny Madero, Pier 23, and Jeff Regan, Investigator, all pre-Dragnet radio shows where Webb honed his character and acting style. We end with "The City Hall Bombing," an early episode of Dragnet to showcase Webb as a great radio storyteller. Significance The Dragnet radio series presented a wide range of topics, each using fast moving plots and realistic details to keep the action moving. The dialogue was understated. Sparse. Influenced by hard-boiled detective literature. The police work was chronicled step-by-step, with details and realism. The result gave millions of listeners a feel for real police work. The boredom and drudgery. The danger of heroism. With its start in radio, and move to television, Dragnet remains one of the most popular and influentional police procedurals in any media, including literature, motion pictures, and podcasts. More than a half-century after its first broadcast, people who have never heard an episode, or don't know Dragnet, know its 4-note music opening, "DUM-DE-DUM-DUM," and think the phrase "Just the facts, ma'am" originated with Sgt. Joe Friday. It didn't. But that doesn't matter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two heart-pounding episodes of Dragnet featuring Jack Webb as Sgt. Joe Friday

Yippie-ki-yay, old time radio fans! We're heading west for some radio mysteries set in the wide open spaces of the American frontier. Alan Ladd is on the trail of his brother's murderer in "A Killing in Abilene" from Suspense (originally aired on CBS on December 14, 1950), and Joel McCrea hunts for a cowboy's killer in "The Cactus Pear" from Tales of the Texas Rangers (originally aired on NBC on December 17, 1950). As Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Edmond O'Brien has to determine if - and why - a rancher's wife bumped off her husband in "The Jarvis Wilder Matter" (originally aired on CBS on February 24, 1951), and William Conrad has to clear his own name in "Matt for Murder" from Gunsmoke (originally aired on CBS on July 26, 1954). Finally, Jack Webb stars in an urban western as the police face off against an armed and delusional man who believes he's defending a fort against the Indians in "The Big Cowboy" from Dragnet (originally aired on NBS on June 1, 1954). Click here for some of my original audio comedy, including some old time radio show parodies!

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Two great episodes from Dragnet starring Jack Webb

This week: Barry talks about working on Dragnet with Jack Webb. Memories include: signing 1000 Lithographs together, roomates during traveling work, birthday celebrations, a history lesson, and more!    It's Q&A #58. Get your questions submitted to Ed on our Facebook page @realbradybros. Ask away for the next one! Advertising Inquiries: https://www.advertisecast.com/

“Push the button, Frank!” GGACP celebrates the birthday (August 30) of writer, comedian and actor Frank Conniff (“Mystery Science Theater 3000”) by revisiting this funny conversation from 2017. In this episode, Frank shares selections from his new book of MST3K-related essays and gives his take on topics ranging from Superman's Jewish roots to the outsized cinema of Bert I. Gordon to the meta-comedy of Art Metrano. Also, Jack Webb directs, Pia Zadora meets Kris Kringle, Frank defends Ed Wood and Gilbert hangs with Sid Melton. PLUS: Richard “Jaws” Kiel! The Rip Taylor Trio! “Monster a Go-Go!” Billy Wilder teams with the Marx Brothers!? And the worst musical ever made! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices