Podcast appearances and mentions of Mandel Kramer

This episode was originally released on 7/1/2021. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes. ____________ In Breaking Walls episode 117 we blast off with NBC in the fall of 1955 and spotlight its premiere science fiction series, X Minus One. We'll listen to episodes, hear interviews with those involved, and find out why this series continues to be a favorite among listeners today. —————————— Highlights: • The Beginning of the End for Network Radio Drama • Ernest Kinoy: NBC Staff Writer • Ray Bradbury's Radio Memories • New York's Radio Actors • Dimension X Leads to the Launching of X-Minus-One • In Late 1955 CBS is Radio's Top Network • Mars is Heaven • Radio's Vital Factor • Nightfall on X-Minus-One • Looking Ahead By Gassing Up —————————— The WallBreakers: thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: patreon.com/TheWallBreakers —————————— The reading material used in today's episode was: On the Air - By John Dunning Articles from: Broadcasting-Telecasting Magazine —————————— On the interview front: • Jackson Beck, John Gibson, Larry Haines, Mary Jane Higby, Joseph Julian, Mandel Kramer, Jan Miner, Arnold Moss, and Guy Sorel, spoke with Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. Hear these full interviews at Goldenage-WTIC.org • Himan Brown and Nelson Olmsted were with SPERDVAC. For more information, go to SPERDVAC.com • Bob Hastings spoke with Chuck Schaden. Hear this full chat at SpeakingOfRadio.com • Ernest Kinoy was with both Fran Stoddard for PBS and Walden Hughes for Yesterday USA • Ray Bradbury spoke with Jerry Haendiges • Santos Ortega was with Richard Lamparski —————————— Selected music featured in today's episode was: • Ill Wind — By the John Buzon Trio • Rock Around the Clock — By Bill Haley and the Comets • Satan Takes a Holiday — By Jack Malmsteen

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Same Time, Same Station 01/18/2026 Mandel Kramer Part 6. “Rocky Fortune” 12/01/1953 ep08 Murder Among The Statues. Stars Frank Sinatra. “Inheritance” 11/07/1954 Ep031 Horatio Alger. “Adventures Of The Abbotts” 03/06/1955 (22) The Blood Red Diamond. “Eternal Light” 11/06/1955 (0554) The Treasure of the Dead Sea Caves. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 01/18/2026 Mandel Kramer Part 6. “Rocky Fortune” 12/01/1953 ep08 Murder Among The Statues. Stars Frank Sinatra. “Inheritance” 11/07/1954 Ep031 Horatio Alger. “Adventures Of The Abbotts” 03/06/1955 (22) The Blood Red Diamond. “Eternal Light” 11/06/1955 (0554) The Treasure of the Dead Sea Caves. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Drama on a WednesdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast January 7, 1951, 75 years ago, The Case of the Kleptomaniac Clues.   Counterspy agents investigate a series of seemingly minor thefts that are actually part of a larger foreign espionage plot. By tracing the pattern of stolen items, the agents uncover critical clues that lead them to an enemy spy operating inside the United States.Followed by The Screen Guild Players, originally broadcast January 7, 1946, 80 years ago, The Lost Weekend starring Ray Milland and Jane Wyman.  The classic about the battle of the bottle.Then, The Lux Radio Theater, originally broadcast January 7, 1946, 80 years ago, You Came Along starring Van Johnson.   A wartime melodrama about a dying soldier who falls in love on a bond drive. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast January 7, 1948, 78 years ago, The Organ Grinder.  Claudia buys a hurdy-gurdy.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Debbie B. for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If 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 01-04-2026 Mandel Kramer Part 5. “21st Precinct” 07/07/1953 #001 The Nolen Brothers. “Phillip Morris Playhouse On Broadway” 08/19/1953 Night Has A Thousand Eyes. “This I Believe” 1950's. Edward R. Murrow and guest Helen Keller. 5 minutes. Syndicated. “Best Plays” 08/16/1953 Detective Story. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 01-04-2026 Mandel Kramer Part 5. “21st Precinct” 07/07/1953 #001 The Nolen Brothers. “Phillip Morris Playhouse On Broadway” 08/19/1953 Night Has A Thousand Eyes. “This I Believe” 1950's. Edward R. Murrow and guest Helen Keller. 5 minutes. Syndicated. “Best Plays” 08/16/1953 Detective Story. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 11/16/2025 Mandel Kramer Part 3. “GangBusters” 04/03/1948 #523 Case of the New York Narcotics King. “Big Town” 09/14/1948 (447) Blind Justice. “Five Minute Mysteries” 026 A Rose By Any Other Name. “Big Story” 09/22/1948 (078) Blind Date with Murder [HKodinsky PittsburghPAPostGazette] AFRTS Mystery Theater. “Philo Vance” 11/22/1949 (072) Nightmare Murder Case. From Frederick W Ziv Syndication discs. Stars Jackson Beck. “Behind The Scenes” 11/24/1950 Ep010 Alexander Graham Bell-Mark Twain. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 11/16/2025 Mandel Kramer Part 3. “GangBusters” 04/03/1948 #523 Case of the New York Narcotics King. “Big Town” 09/14/1948 (447) Blind Justice. “Five Minute Mysteries” 026 A Rose By Any Other Name. “Big Story” 09/22/1948 (078) Blind Date with Murder [HKodinsky PittsburghPAPostGazette] AFRTS Mystery Theater. “Philo Vance” 11/22/1949 (072) Nightmare Murder Case. From Frederick W Ziv Syndication discs. Stars Jackson Beck. “Behind The Scenes” 11/24/1950 Ep010 Alexander Graham Bell-Mark Twain. If you would like to request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Thanksgiving shows and the end of Radio Shows from Hollywood on a ThursdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth,  originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 78 years ago, After Turkey, The Bill.   A young ex-con is framed for a gas station robbery on Thanksgiving. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, Home Is Where You Find It.  From The Suspense Project:  “This episode was expected to be the final Suspense broadcast. The series was cancelled along with numerous other programs, including all soap operas. Suspense would return and replace Gunsmoke at the end of June 1961 and conclude on September 30, 1962.Mandel Kramer plays “Tex,” a fast-talking Texan who meets a man named John on a train. Tex thinks John is an easy target to convince him to consider a shady proposition to make some big money. “Then, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, The Empty Threat Matter.  Johnny returns from Tahiti with a nervous old man, who is sure that he's going to be murdered.  Bob Bailey's final show and the last show from Hollywood. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, From Here To Boston.    The last show of the series. Paladin inherits a fortune and moves to Boston...after narrowly avoiding being poisoned. Then, Gunsmoke starring William Conrad,  originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 65 years ago, Dirt.    A shotgun wedding in Dodge, but with a twist. The groom gets shot if he marries the girl...and also if he doesn't! And what about Crazy Beulah?  The show would continue a few more months until June 18, 1961 when Suspense would return. https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com/2025/10/1961-06-25-call-me-at-half-past.htmlFinally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 78 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner.  Thanksgiving dinner...with champagne – and Coca Cola!Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! Find 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 on a WednesdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 19, 1950, 75 years ago, The Case of the Pseudo Spuds.  David Harding investigates a strange plot involving counterfeit dehydrated potatoes—“pseudo-spuds”—being shipped to U.S. military bases. The fake rations are part of a sabotage scheme designed to damage American troop supplies and morale.Followed by Escape, originally broadcast November 19, 1947, 78 years ago, Casting the Runes starring John McIntire.  A good story about a medieval curse in London that seems to be working quite effectively! Then, Suspense, originally broadcast November 19, 1961, 64 years ago, The Black Door starring Robert Readick.  The story of the search for The City Of The Fire God, and the strange secret behind that black door!   Hear every available episode of Suspense in the best available quality and read about the shows at https://suspenseproject.blogspot.com/ Followed by Calling All Cars, originally broadcast November 19, 1936, 89 years ago,  The Corpse in the Red Necktie.  A man's body is found in a canyon, naked but for a necktie!Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast November 19, 1947, 78 years ago, Opera Tickets.  A visit to the opera...in tails?  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! Find 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

Same Time, Same Station 11/02/2025 Mandel Kramer Part 2. “The Molle Mystery Theater” 12/05/1944 A Crime to Fit the Punishment (AFRS Mystery Playhouse). “This Is Your FBI” 04/20/1945 (003) Kidnapping – Shotgun Hadley. “Murder At Midnight” 12/02/1946 Ep11 Man Who Died Yesterday. Syndicated. “Casey Crime Photographer” 09/18/1947 (203) The Tobacco Pouch. If you would like request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Same Time, Same Station 11/02/2025 Mandel Kramer Part 2. “The Molle Mystery Theater” 12/05/1944 A Crime to Fit the Punishment (AFRS Mystery Playhouse). “This Is Your FBI” 04/20/1945 (003) Kidnapping – Shotgun Hadley. “Murder At Midnight” 12/02/1946 Ep11 Man Who Died Yesterday. Syndicated. “Casey Crime Photographer” 09/18/1947 (203) The Tobacco Pouch. If you would like request shows, please call (714) 449-1958 E-mail: Larry Gassman: LarryGassman1@gmail.com John Gassman: John1Gassman@gmail.com

Crime on a MondayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Mr. Keen Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennett Kilpack, originally broadcast October 27, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Ruthless Murderers.  A man just out of prison after five years had sworn to kill Mr. Keen. But Keen is saved by one of his secret inventions. Followed by Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 27, 1950, 75 years ago, The Case of the Insidious Impersonation.    Ramon Sierra, a Philippine statesman, is arriving aboard the liner Trigania. Secret defense plans are to be made for the defense of the islands.Then, Rocky Fortune starring Frank Sinatra, originally broadcast October 27, 1953, 72 years ago, Pintsized Payroll Bandit.  Rocky's job as a night-man in a hamburger joint leads to a nine-year-old runaway with $50,000 in cash!Followed by Lights Out, originally broadcast October 27, 1942, 83 years ago, Mungahra.  A man just back from Australia with a huge diamond has a murder on his conscience. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 27,  1947, 78 years ago, The New Car.  Claudia meets Caroline, David's secretary. David buys a new car.   Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.Thanks to Laurel for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamCheck out Professor Bees Digestive Aid at profbees.com and use my promo code WYATT to save 10% when you order! If 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 MondayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Mr Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons starring Bennet Kilpack, originally broadcast October 13, 1949, 76 years ago, The Silver Dagger Murder Case.    A young woman, about to break off with a young playwright, is knifed. Followed by Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 13, 1949, 76 years ago,The Case of the High Class Hijacker.   In Tennessee, a trailer-truck is relieved of its cargo by "Fatso" and his buddy. Then, Barrie Craig Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast October 13, 1953, 72 years ago,  Fog Over Murder.  What's in a name, a poet once said, and he was so right. You can list every guy; a stiff or dope that it doesn't make any difference. The stiff down below doesn't care what the tombstone reads.  Followed by Escape, originally broadcast October 13, 1950, 75 years ago, Roulette.  A story about a train speeding through the night and a lady in trouble on board. Finally, Claudia, originally broadcast October 13, 1947, 78 years ago, The First Quarrel. Claudia ruins breakfast and David's socks.  Kathryn Bard and Paul Crabtree star.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 SaturdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 11, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case Of The Society Swindlers.   In a New York penthouse, he was watching his alarm wristwatch. Time is money! An event for "The World Refugee Fund" is being organized...for sinister purposes. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast October 11, 1953, 72 years ago, Elementals.  Can a loving couple be made to fight each other over a crust of bread? A wealthy man's experiment in terror.  Tony Barrett, William Conrad, and Georgia Ellis star. Then, The Line-Up starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast October 11, 1951, 74 years ago,  The Frivolous Forger Fracus.   Florian Bach is identified as a passer of bad checks. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast October 11, 1959, 66 years ago, Infanticide.  An eight-year-old asthmatic boy has been murdered. Questioning the father reveals some surprises. Santos Ortega and Ralph Bell star.Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast October 11, 1944, 81 years ago, Discuss a Replacement Teacher.    The School Board has begun a search for a replacement for Professor Sloan. 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 SaturdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Suspense, originally broadcast October 4, 1959, 66 years ago, Room 203 starring Ellen McRae.   A new bride sees a murder in a hotel room window...or did she?  Hear Ellen McRae before she became the star Ellen Burstyn!Followed by Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast October 4, 1943, 82 years ago, The Flying Duck Murders.   Nick and Patsy are in Montana. Nick visits the Flying Duck Mine and gets a job as a miner. The mine superintendent is up to no good.Then, Counterspy starring Don MacLaughin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast October 4, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Sweepstakes Murder.  Frightened witnesses gasp, "Murdered by a golden sword!"Followed by Theater Royal starring Sir Lawrence Olivier, originally broadcast October 4, 1953, 72 years ago, Queen of Spades starring Orson Welles.  A man tries to find the three cards that will always win, and kills an old lady to get the secret.  Olivier would star in many of the future programs. Finally. Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast October 4, 1954, 71 years ago, Cover Charge.   The McGees have a new slip cover for the living room easy chair. Fibber is relaxing in it...guarding his health. 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

September 30, 1962, the last of the Golden Age of Radio. The Final episode of Suspense, broadcast at 7:05pm Sunday, September 30, 1962, 63 years ago, Devilstone.  An Irishman goes to investigate his haunted house, with unexpected results.   Christopher Carey and  Neil Fitzgerald star.Followed by Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, broadcast at 7:35, Sunday, September 30, 1962, 63 years ago.  A convict in the state prison is about to die. He has a final "thank you" for Johnny for helping his kid brother get a start in life. There's still the matter of $100,000 from the convict's last safe robbery.  (That $100K would be over $1.069 Million today!)   Ironically, the gas station kid knew who Johnny Dollar was, but it didn't matter, as CBS ended the show anyway. Finally, Orson Welles Commentary, broadcast September 30, 1945, 80 years ago.  The aircheck from KECA Radio (Now KABC) gave listeners a look at what radio would become - a medium of primarily news and commentary.   The broadcast originates from Orson's home in Brentwood. Eddie Cantor introduced a new cast member on his show (Thelma Carpenter) without mentioning that she's colored. What did Eisenhower say to General Patton? We'll never know for sure. Many Roosevelt staffers are leaving the Truman administration. The main British problem is getting enough to eat. Orson answers a critic in Weehawken, New Jersey. He then tells the story of, "Bonito," the fighting bull. It's a great story, told beautifully by Orson.  No doubt, Welles was as good at commentary as he was at acting.  Thanks for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Drama on a SaturdayFirst, a look at the events of the day.Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlan and Mandel Kramer,  originally broadcast September 13, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case Of The Flatbush Fagin.  A story about teen-aged terrors who worshipped a heel. Stolen loot is paid for with a wet handkerchief and hard cash. Followed by Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle starring Lamont Johnson, originally broadcast September 13, 1951, 74 years ago, The Strange Book of Araby.   Tarzan meets a wise oracle and his strange book, containing the knowledge of the future. Then, Confession, originally broadcast September 13, 1953, 72 years ago, The Case Of Roger S. Chapland.  A young man breaks into a store. He gets a suspended sentence, but no break from his father. Followed by Quiet Please starring Ernest Chappell, originally broadcast September 13, 1948, 77 years ago, Symphony in D Minor.  A good story about a blind hypnotist who gives a post-hypnotic suggestion to his wife's lover. He orders the lover to kill the wife when he hears the Cesar Franck symphony (that happens to be the program's theme song). Finally, Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast September 13, 1954, 71 years ago, The Joke's On Me.  Fibber knows a funny joke...and he's just dying to tell it! 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 MondayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast September 8, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Courageous Come-On. A girl is "good at being bad" until she sees a blind spot. Is the sword mightier than the pen? After the drama, Vice President Barkley speaks about hiring disabled veterans.Followed by The Mysterious Traveler, originally broadcast September 8, 1946, 79 years ago, The Symphony of Death. Shortly after a composer buys three tombstones for his sisters, all three die of "unfortunate" accidents. Then, Suspense, originally broadcast September 8, 1957, 68 years ago, Old Army Buddy starring Victor Jory.  A pompous foreign correspondent is amazed to discover that his wife plans to divorce him!Followed by Wanted, originally broadcast September 8, 1950, 75 years ago,  Henry Clay Tollett.  A search for bank robbers who broke out of jail.  Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast September 8, 1942, 83 years ago, Vacation.  Lum plans a "back to nature" vacation after reading Thoreau. Thanks to Richard G for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

This episode was originally released on 12/1/2019. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes. ____________ In Breaking Walls Episode 98 we continue our trilogy on the most popular season in radio history with a look at Christmas Week 1947. —————————— Highlights: • Ralph Edwards and Truth or Consequences—A Record Rated Show • It's Christmas Week and Jerusalem is in Shambles • The Eternal Light and One Man's Family • Jack Benny Does Last Minute Christmas Shopping • Fred Allen's Highest Rated Season Becomes His Downfall When the Music Stops • Walter Winchell gives ABC a Ratings Win • Breakfast with Fred Waring • CBS Dominates Monday Nights and Lux Radio Broadcasts Miracle on 34th Street • Lora Lawton's Husband is Missing • Milton Berle's Finally Cracks the Top-50 • NBC's Tuesday Night Comedy Dominations • The Lone Ranger Hangs ‘Em High • Lionel Barrymore's Christmas Tradition • Christmas Eve with Bing and Gildersleeve • Road to Rio Opens • Merry Christmas 1947 with King George VI • Don Ameche Hosts an Elgin Special • The Right to Happiness—December's Highest-Rated Soap Opera • Gracie Allen is Sick, Al Jolson is Rich, and Casey is Lonely • Father Patrick and Family Theatre • A Crippling Blizzard and the Last Sustained Half-Hour Suspense • Looking Ahead to the End of the Year —————————— The WallBreakers: http://thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: http://patreon.com/TheWallBreakers —————————— The reading material used in today's episode was: • On the Air — By John Dunning • Network Radio Ratings, 1932-53 — by Jim Ramsburg As well as articles from: • Broadcasting Magazine: December 8th, and December 22nd, 1947 • LIFE Magazine: December 22nd, 1947 and January 5th, 1948 • Radio Daily From the entire month of December 1947 —————————— On the interview front: • Don Ameche, Mel Blanc, Himan Brown, Staats Cottsworth, John Gibson, Jim Jordan, Mandel Kramer, E.G. Marshall, Jan Miner, Vincent Price and Bill Spier were with Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. These interviews can be heard at GoldenAge-WTIC.org. • Chuck Schaden interviewed Milton Berle, Dennis Day, Ralph Edwards, Virginia Gregg, Jim Jordan, Mercedes McCambridge, Shirley Mitchell, Carlton E. Morse, Hal Peary, Lurene Tuttle, and Don Wilson. Hear their full chats at SpeakingofRadio.com. • Johnny Carson was with Orson Welles on The Tonight Show, and Fred Allen was with Tex and Jinx on November 24th, 1954. • John Dunning was with Roberta Goodwin Bailey, and Westinghouse interviewed Fran Carlon. • SPERDVAC with Vic Perrin, and Frank Brese was with Elliott Reid. —————————— Selected Music featured in today's episode was: • Sleigh Ride - By Lloyd Glenn and His Orchestra • White Christmas - By Booker T and the MGs • Tomorrow Shall Be My Dancing Day - By the Marlborough Cathedral Choir • It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year - By Andy Williams • Jingle Bells - By J.P. Torres • I Saw Three Ships - By The Norwich Cathedral Choir • I'll Be Home For Christmas and Baby It's Cold Outside - By Jackie Gleason and Jack Marshall • Christmas Is - by Lou Rawls

Drama on a MondayFirst,  a look at the events of the dayThen, Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast August 18, 1949, 76 years ago, The Case of the Desert Explosion.  Man-eating birds of prey are used to execute a betrayer. A smuggler uses "geometry in action."Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast August 18, 1957, 68 years ago, Peanut Brittle starring Skip Homeier.  A new guy in the penitentiary whose life is in danger because of a box of peanut brittle.Then, Escape, originally broadcast August 18, 1950, 75 years ago, The Footprint starring William Conrad.  A casket of rubies, a Chinese priest, and that little gray snake equal an adventure yarn in the desert. Followed by Dimension X, originally broadcast August 18, 1950,  75 years ago, Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles.  Stories about the colonization of Mars. Finally, Lum and Abner, originally broadcast August 18, 1942, 83 years ago, Mousey to Work in Mine. The boys decide to sell their delivery truck in order to be able to pay the baby's lawyer. Cedric has hired Mousey to work in his gold mine. 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

CBS Radio Mystery Theater || (073) Strange Company || (074) Only the Dead Remember || April 11, 1974; April 15, 197402:01 ... Strange Company -- A wealthy aged woman is terrorized by invisible visitors. Her hard-hearted nephew and his wife can't care less and slowly decide to take advantage of her apparent hallucinations to steal from her. Starring: Bryna Raeburn; Lori March; George Petrie; Gilbert Mack1:01:30 ... Only the Dead Remember -- Two decades is a small time for Korean war veterans as they come together to plot the murder of a fellow prisoner of war who foiled their escape attempt from a POW camp. Starring: Tony Roberts; Mandel Kramer; George Petrie; Bryna Raeburn: : : : :My other podcast channels include: DRAMA X THEATER -- SCI FI x HORROR -- COMEDY x FUNNY HA HA -- VARIETY X ARMED FORCES -- THE COMPLETE ORSON WELLESEnjoying my podcast? You can subscribe to receive new post notices. Also, if you have a moment, please give a 4-5 star rating and/or write a 1-2 sentence positive review on your preferred service -- that would help me a lot.Thank you for your support.https://otr.duane.media | Instagram @duane.otr@duaneOldTimeRadio #duaneOldTimeRadio#mysteryclassics #oldtimeradio #otr #mysteryradio #radioclassics #rodserling #agathachristie #thewhistler #mystery #suspense #oldtimeradioclassics #classicradio #crimeclassics #duaneotr:::: :

Today's Mystery: The Falcon agrees to help a woman find her missing husband, and finds himself in the middle of a love triangle, investigating a murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 15, 1953Originating from New YorkStarring: George Petrie as The Falcon; Mandel Kramer; Ralph BellSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jennifer, Patreon supporter since May 2016Support 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.

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

This episode was originally released on 7/1/2019. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes. ____________ In Breaking Walls episode 93 we ride the rails with some of the most famous stars in radio history. During radio's golden age, there were three main production hubs: New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. With so much daily content to produce, radio's greatest minds developed programs and episodes centered around every recognizable theme, like the New York city subway. While this episode will take place in or around New York's public transportation system, we'll focus just as much on the relationships forged by radio's legends on both coasts. Highlights: • Mercedes McCambridge, Himan Brown, and Grand Central Station • How Bill Spier influenced the careers of his wife June Havoc and his protégé Elliott Lewis • From Suspense to Broadway is My Beat, Elliott Lewis shines • Jack Benny stars on Suspense • Cathy Lewis: Mrs Radio • Mandel Kramer, Jan Miner, and Subway Soaps from New York • Byron Kane and Subways Are For Sleeping • William N. Robson, Shirley Mitchell, Virginia Gregg and Jack Kruschen on radio in the 1950s • Bob and Ray head down into the Subway • Himan Brown brings dramatic radio back to life in the 1970s • Next Stop: The Soda Shop The WallBreakers: thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: patreon.com/TheWallBreakers The reading material used in today's episode was: • On The Air - By John Dunning • The CBS Radio Mystery Theater Handbook - by Gordon Payton & Martin Grams Jr. • Network Radio Ratings, 1932-53 - by Jim Ramsburg • The Museum of Broadcast Communications Encyclopedia of Radio - by Christopher H. Sterling as well as articles from: • Broadcasting Magazine - November 3rd, 1947 • And Billboard Magazine - May 1st, 1948 On the interview front: • Himan Brown, June Havoc, Mandel Kramer, Elliott Lewis, E.G. Marshall, Jan Miner, William Spier and William N. Robson were with Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. These interview can be heard at GoldenAge-WTIC.org. • Ralph Bell, Himan Brown, Lawrence Dobkin, Betty Lou Gerson and Byron Kane, were with SPERDVAC. For more information, please go to S-P-E-R-D-V-A-C.com. • Himan Brown, Virginia Gregg, Elliott Lewis, Mercedees McCambridge, Shirley Mitchell and Alan Reed were interviewed by Chuck Schaden. Hear their full chats and many others from Chuck's over thirty-nine year career and SpeakingofRadio.com. • Ellott Lewis was with John Dunning on May 23rd, 1982. • Jack Kruschen, Shirley Mitchell, and George Walsh were with Jim Bohannon on September 12, 1987. • And Morton Fine was with Dan Haefele on August 9th, 1988. Selected music featured in today's episode was: • It's been a Long, Long Time - by Keely Smith • Smoke Gets in Your Eyes - by the Mallet Men • The Big Heist and Salute to Charlie Christian - by Barney Kessel • Atlantis and Roller Coaster - by Les Baxter • I'll Take Manhattan - by Blossom Dearie • And Fly Me To the Moon - by Julie London

Comedy and Crime on a TuesdayFirst,  a look at this day in History.Then, George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast July 8, 1940, 85 years ago, Grandpa's 92nd Birthday.  It's Grandpa's ninety-second birthday and a surprise party is planned.Followed by Breakfast in Hollywood starring Tom Breneman,  originally broadcast July 8, 1947, 78 years ago.  The program originates from the auditorium of the high school in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania (Tom Breneman's home town). The "Good Neighbor" award goes to a lady in Jamestown, Indiana. The oldest lady in the audience is ninety-eight-years-old. Then, The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast July 8, 1956, 69 years ago, Cross Country.  A couple taking a vacation advertises for a traveling companion.  The companion turns out to be a bank robber who's carrying $10,000!  Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast July 8, 1962, 63 years ago, The Rilldoe Matter. Johnny goes fishing and catches a corpse. Finally. Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 8, 1942, 83 years ago, Lum Dresses as a Woman.  Lum has been wearing a dress to keep the baby happy!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

Today's Mystery:Mike goes to Lisbon on a tip that a woman working at the US embassy is a spy.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 24, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Mandel Kramer; Bryna RaeburnSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jacqueline, Patreon Supporter since August 2018.Support 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.

Espionage on this Friday with remembrances of Memorial DayFirst a look at the events of the dayThen Counterspy starring Don MacLaughlan and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast May 30, 1948, 77 years ago, The Case of the Camera Happy Crooks.  A movie company comes to a small town in Pennsylvania to re-enact a famous bank robbery. Even the mayor and the chief of police lend a hand.Followed by This Is Your FBI, originally broadcast May 30, 1952, 73 years ago, The Larceny Express. Several cartons of wrist watches and nylons are stolen from a train. A sheriff is murdered while investigating the crime. Then The Green Hornet starring Al Hodge, originally broadcast May 30, 1939, 86 years ago, Words and Music. The Hornet ruins the act of a phony spiritualist - The Rajah - and an investment counselor named, Abbott.Followed by Anthology, originally broadcast May 30, 1954, 71 years ago, Memorial Day 1954. A WNBC radio program with appearances via recording from Bing Crosby, Frank Lovejoy, and Agnes Moorehead. Finally, Against The Storm, originally broadcast May 30, 1941, 84 years ago, Memorial Day Memories. Memories in a Civil War graveyard.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

A Weird and Dramatic TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then The Weird Circle, originally broadcast May 13, 1945, 80 years ago, The Haunted Hotel. A man returns to Venice and the scene of his brother's murder. Followed by the news from 80 years ago, then The Sealed Book, originally broadcast May 13, 1945, 80 years ago, Out Of The Past.  The classic tale about the beautiful wife and the insistent blackmailer. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast May 13, 1962, 63 years ago, The Lust for Gold Matter. Johnny dons scuba gear near Cozumel, Mexico, in search for treasure and a killer.Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast May 13, 1962, 63 years ago, Hide and Seek starring Jackson Beck.  A small time gangster meets his past in a rat-filled alley. Finally. Easy Aces starring Goodman and Jane Ace, originally broadcast May 13, 1941, 84 years ago, Jane Smashed the Car!  The furniture auction scheme seems to not have worked this time. A game of bumper cars follows.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.htmlAnd more about the Survive-all Fallout Sheltershttps://conelrad.blogspot.com/2010/09/mad-men-meet-mad-survive-all-shelter.html

This week on "Tuesday Night Detectives" from Vintage Classic Radio, we begin with suave sleuth Phil Vance in "The Butler Murder Case", originally broadcasted on February 15th, 1949. When a respected society figure is found dead in his study and all signs point to the loyal family butler, Vance isn't convinced by appearances. With his usual blend of erudite charm and sharp deduction, he peels back the layers of an upper-class facade to uncover a motive buried in envy and inheritance. The episode stars Jackson Beck as Philo Vance, with Joan Alexander, George Petrie, and Humphrey Davis rounding out the cast in a story that probes loyalty, legacy and the lethal cost of family secrets.Then we delve into wartime espionage with "The Case of the Stolen Secret" from Counterspy, aired November 12th, 1950. When top-secret information vanishes from a government lab, the trail leads Counterspy agent David Harding into a maze of sabotage, betrayal, and international intrigue. Harding must unmask a cunning double agent before a deadly intervention falls into enemy hands. Don MacLaughlin stars as David Harding, with Mandel Kramer as his trusted aide, Harry Peters. Produced by Phillips H. Lord, this taut, patriotic thriller captures the paranoia and urgency of Cold War intelligence work, blending action with moral clarity in a race against treachery. Join us for a double bill of deduction and deception on this week's Tuesday Night Detectives.

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

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

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

Today's Mystery: A friend of Mike's is murdered after deciding to expose his boss, who was running a drug racket.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 27, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ralph BellSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Gus, Patreon supporter since August 2024.Support 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.

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

Today's Mystery: A jewelry store owner is killed in a robbery gone wrong, and Waring thinks he knows who the killer is.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 23, 1952Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the DaySupport 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.

Support Breaking Walls at https://www.patreon.com/thewallbreakers Despite a loyal audience, by January of 1956 it was clear that Yours Truly Johnny Dollar was failing to attract any kind of national sponsorship. The road to would have been difficult. Airing at 8:15PM weeknights on CBS radio, it was up against CBS's own TV schedule, with Burns and Allen broadcast at 8PM eastern time on Mondays, The Phil Silvers Show on Tuesdays, Arthur Godfrey on Wednesdays, The Bob Cummings Show on Thursdays, and Mama on Fridays. The serial format was great for character development, but it also meant audiences needed to tune into all five parts to know what was going on. In April of 1956 Yours Truly Johnny Dollar was shifted to 9:15PM. By the summer CBS radio executives were looking to cut costs. Bob Bailey's daughter Roberta remembered that time. CBS aired these five-part episodes until November 2nd, 1956. The show moved to Sunday afternoons where it enjoyed continuous airtime in a half-hour time slot. Bob Bailey became the actor most closely associated with the Dollar character, keeping the title role until November of 1960. It was then that CBS decided to move all remaining dramatic productions with the exception of Gunsmoke to New York. Neither Jack Johnstone or Bob Bailey would move with the production. The last Hollywood episode was appropriately entitled “The Empty Threat Matter.” It aired on November 27th, 1960. The trade papers made no mention of the production change. On December 4th, 1960, New York's version of Yours Truly Johnny Dollar took to the air starring Bob Readick, son of New York radio legend Frank Readick. Former show director Jack Johnstone continued to write scripts, but Bob Readick had the unenviable task of following Bailey, who played Dollar in almost five-hundred episodes. Readick was replaced after just six months as of June 25th, 1961 by the final Johnny Dollar, Mandel Kramer. For Bob Bailey, the end of Dollar meant the end of his radio career.

Support Breaking Walls at https://www.patreon.com/thewallbreakers It's 6PM on Wednesday, January 11th, 1956. I'm at Colbee's Restaurant on the ground floor of the CBS headquarters at 485 Madison Avenue. I'm about to have a bite to eat with the man you just heard, Mandel Kramer. Yesterday at Edwards Air Force Base in California, U.S. Air Force First Lt. Barty R. Brooks died in the crash of a F-100 Super Sabre. The accident was caught on film. Word from Memphis is that young singer Elvis Presley recorded a new song called “Heartbreak Hotel.” Today's cover of The New York Daily News shows Grace Kelly in Monaco, but the interior pages talk about the rising problems in Vietnam. South Vietnam President Ngô Đình Diệm issued an ordinance giving his government almost unchecked power to deal with any opposition. Meanwhile, the Soviet Union has approved technical specifications for an R-13 submarine-launched missile. And earlier today, The 1956 Chevrolet Corvette was announced. It'll cost three-thousand-one-hundred-twenty dollars. It features a new body, convertible top, optional power steering, optional hardtop, and rollup glass windows. The V6 option has been dropped in favor of either a two-hundred-ten or two-hundred-twenty horsepower V8 Engine. A 3-speed manual transmission is now standard. The main national news is the debate on whether or not President Dwight D. Eisenhower will seek a second term. After suffering a heart attack in September of 1955 Ike is still undeclared, meeting with an array of doctors to gauge whether the rigors of running for reelection will cause undue health issues. The United Press reported on Tuesday the 10th that sixty percent of the more than four hundred doctors polled felt that Dwight would be able to serve. Perhaps some insight into Ike's psyche was gleaned when on Monday, January 9th, he once again took over full White House duties, including naming Bernard M. Shanley Appointments Secretary. Meanwhile, on NBC radio, Keys To The Capital is airing.

A Dramatic TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Screen Guild Players, originally broadcast January 7, 1946, 79 years ago, The Lost Weekend starring Ray Milland.  The classic about the battle of the bottle. Barry Fitzgerald presents the Redbook Award to the writers of the story (including Billy Wilder).Followed by Escape, originally broadcast January 7, 1948, 77 years ago, The Second Class Passenger starring Harry Bartell.  An ordinary tourist on a cruise ship finds a beautiful woman, murder and a fight in the back alleys of Mozambique.Then Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast January 7, 1951, 74 years ago, The Case of the Kleptomaniac Clues.  A top secret briefcase is sought by the Counterspies, much to the chagrin of foreign powers. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast January 7, 1952, 73 years ago, The Case Against Loo Doc starring Jeff Chandler. A story of the San Francisco Tong wars. Finally Superman, originally broadcast January 7, 1942, 83 years ago, The Mechanical Man.   Max Heller has let loose a mechanical man against a shipyard that is vital for America's defense. Can nothing stop it?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 Mystery:A shooting of an underworld character by a racketeer's thug sets off a string of double-crosses that leads to murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 15, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail 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.

A Drama filled TuesdayFirst a look at this day in History.Then Escape, originally broadcast November 12, 1950, 74 years ago, Earth Abides Part 2 starring John Dehner.  Part 2 of the adaptation of the George R. Stewart post-apocalyptic novel.  If you think the adaptation is great, I strongly encourage you to read the book!Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast November 12, 1945, 79 years ago, The Seeing Eye.  A sea captain has a strange relationship with his first mate, much to the sorrow of the second mate who swears to get a strange revenge, and gets it!Then The Line-Up starring William Johnstone, originally broadcast November 12, 1952, 72 years ago, The Buggered Bunco Boys.   A con-man has been preying on the families of dead soldiers. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 12, 1961, 63 years ago, The Wrong One Matter.  Johnny is out in the Everglades to investigate a decomposing corpse.Finally Superman, originally broadcast November 12, 1941, 83 years ago, The Silver Arrow.  The discovery of, "The Silver Arrow! The end of the adventure. Thanks to Debbie for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.streamFind the Family Fallout Shelter Booklet Here: https://jfk.artifacts.archives.gov/objects/18804/the-family-fallout-shelter

Today's Mystery: A blackmailer is killed after the fiancé of a victim confronts him.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 27, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon, Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett, Mandel Kramer, Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Greg, Patreon supporter since February 2024.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow 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 Mystery:A racketeer's henchman is murdered after disfiguring an actor's face.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 8, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Jackson BeckSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail 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 Mystery:Mike is hired by a gambler who is suspsected of murdering a man who owed him a large debt.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 25, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Roberts as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ann WilliamsArticle on the history of laws on margarineSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Tammee, Patreon Supporter Since September 2022Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail 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 Mystery:The elder brother of a man who committed suicide wants Waring to find the woman he believes drove his brother down a dark path so that he can get rid of her.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 17, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer, Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Margie, Patreon Supporter since September 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail 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 Mystery:The Falcon is hired to locate a boxing promoter who cheated two men out of a combined $40,000, but has a clever way to make sure they can't collect.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 26, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ralph Bell; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Bruce, Patreon Supporter since November 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail 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.