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Famous Escapes was a captivating radio series produced in Australia around 1945. The show delved into some of the most daring escapes in history, featuring remarkable characters who managed to break free from seemingly impossible situations1. Here are a few intriguing episodes from the series:“The Man They Couldn’t Hang”: This episode recounts the escape of a man facing execution by hanging.“Catherine of Russia”: A tale of intrigue and escape involving the famous Russian empress.“A Confederate Soldier Escapes”: Follow the daring escape of a soldier during the American Civil War....

The Cruise of the Poll Parrot tells the story of a Whaling voyage from New Bedford in 1858. The whaling ship Poll Parrot is named for its mascot, a wise parrot called Poll. Poll Parrot is also the name of the sponsor, Poll Parrot Shoes. Poll Parrot was the High Quality Children's line of the International Shoe Company of St Louis.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Patreon Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some ...

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The Cisco Kid came to radio October 2, 1942, with Jackson Beck in the title role and Louis Sorin as Pancho. With Vicki Vola and Bryna Raeburn in supporting roles and Michael Rye announcing, this weekly series continued on Mutual until February 14, 1945. It was followed by a thrice weekly series on a Mutual-Don Lee regional network in 1946, starring Jack Mather and Harry Lang, who continued to head the cast in the syndicated radio series of more than 600 episodes from 1947 to 1956. The radio episodes ended with one or the other of them making a corny joke about the adventure they had just ...

The Casebook of Jerry Browning, Private Detective" or "Calling All Detectives" was a crime drama radio show sponsored by Sealy Mattress company, and featured Paul Barnes who played all the roles including the role of detective Browning. During the show, Paul Barnes randomly dials a telephone number, then gives one of the audiences a chance to solve the mystery of the week. However, the random phone calls did not click so Barnes decided to dial only the numbers of the listeners. The telephone calls were removed from the program later on because it was used in syndicate. This two-man operation ...

Bob and Ray were an American comedy duo whose career spanned five decades. Composed of comedians Bob Elliott (1923–2016) and Ray Goulding (1922–1990), the duo's format was typically to satirize the medium in which they were performing, such as conducting radio or television interviews, with off-the-wall dialogue presented in a generally deadpan style as though it was a serious broadcast.Listen to our radio station Old Time radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Patreon Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic ...

The Avengers was most certainly not a household name in South Africa prior to the radio series. With no national television service until 1976, the mechanism simply was not present in the country to show television programmes to mass audiences. While many other countries revelled in the filmed adventures of John Steed and co., South Africa was not equipped to join in the fun. The series took Britain by storm and also made a major impression in the American markets, being that greatest of rarities, a British series given a network transmission slot. However, as a filmed series (rather than a ...

Michael Shayne, Private Detective (1944-1948) was the inaugural iteration of the series, with Wally Maher lending his voice to the character of Michael Shayne. Broadcast on the West Coast Mutual network, this version stood out for its lighter tone in comparison to subsequent adaptations. Notably, Shayne’s investigative hub was located in Oakland, California, a departure from the more conventional Miami settingThe series delved into intriguing mysteries, and its protagonist, Michael Shayne, navigated the twists and turns of each case with wit and determination. While the later ...

Europe Confidential, a classic from the golden age of radio! It takes you on thrilling adventures through the cobbled streets and smoky cafes of Europe.Genre: Mystery, espionageEra: Likely 1940s or 1950s based on the contentHost: The distinctive voice of Basil Rathbone, known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes, sets the scene for each episode.Main Character: Mike Connoy, a sharp American newspaper reporter stationed in Paris, stumbles upon international intrigue and unravels mysteries the police can't crack.Cases: Expect international espionage, wartime secrets spilling over into the ...

Night Editor ran from 1934 until 1948.Sponsored by Edwards Coffee, this featured Hal Burdick (1893–1978) as the "night editor". Burdick would receive readers’ requests for stories, in a "letter to the editor" format, which he would relate to the listeners. Burdick played all characters in the program. The stories varied greatly including tales of war, adventure, crime, and an occasional ghost story. The radio series was adapted for Night Editor, a short-lived TV series on the DuMont Television Network in 1954, also hosted by Burdick.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://...

The Six Shooter is a United States western old-time radio program starring James Stewart as a gunfighter. It was created by Frank Burt, who also wrote many of the episodes, and lasted only one season of thirty-nine episodes on NBC (Sept. 20, 1953–June 24, 1954). Initially, it was broadcast on Sundays at 9:30 p.m. Eastern Time, through October 11. Then it was heard at 8:30 p.m. for three weeks. Finally, on November 8, 1953, through March 21, 1954, it was broadcast Sundays at 8 p.m. Beginning April 1, 1954, through the final episode it was on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. One old-time radio directory...

The Sea Hound is an American radio adventure series that ran from June 29, 1942, to August 7, 1951. It began on the Blue Network June 29, 1942 – September 22, 1944, as a 15-minute serial for young audiences, featuring Ken Daigneau as Captain Silver of the ship The Sea Hound. In 1946–47 it aired on the Mutual Broadcasting System. The program expanded to 30 minutes on ABC radio June 21–September 2, 1948, alternating with Sky King. It last aired June 26–August 7, 1951, on ABC.Between 1942 and 1944 the series was produced with Nelson A. Rockefeller's Office of the Coordinator of ...

Rocky Fortune is an American radio drama that aired weekly on NBC Radio beginning in October 1953. The series ended its run in March 1954 after 25 episodes. George Lefferts created the program. Frank Sinatra voiced the title role of Rocky Fortune for the entire series.Rocky Fortune aired Tuesday nights on NBC at 9:35 pm Eastern, immediately following Dragnet (and a five-minute John Cameron Swayze newscast). It was a sustaining series, meaning that NBC presented the program without corporate sponsorship. The premiere episode, "Oyster Shucker", originally aired on October 6, 1953.Listen to our ...

During the 1930s, '40s and '50s, Clyde Beatty enjoyed a celebrity status that, today, we only associate with leading athletes and movie stars. In addition to top billing in the circus world, he was the subject of several best-selling books, starred in several hit motion pictures, and was called upon give major product endorsements. The basic premise of The Clyde Beatty Show was best summed up in the announcement that opened each episode: "The world's greatest wild animal trainer Clyde Beatty with an exciting adventure from his brilliant career. The circus means thrills, excitement, and ...

The Radio & TV Entertainment Am/Fm Podcast Show is the ultimate destination for entertainment news, upcoming talent interviews, celebrity special guest interviews, giveaways and contests. Tune in every Friday at 9:30pm EST to hear the latest from the show's dynamic hosts Yolanda Nollie, Dr. Chastity and Jesse Lewis IV and our All-Star podcast Co-hosts team. Plus, call in to join the conversation! This podcast is available on Podchaser and other major podcast directories. For more information or to become a guest on the show, visit our website today: radiotvpodcastshow.com. Support this podcast...

The 21st Precinct was a popular American radio drama series that aired on CBS from 1953 to 1956. It was a gritty and realistic portrayal of the lives of police officers in New York City, and it quickly became a hit with listeners. The show was set in the fictional 21st Precinct, which was located in Manhattan. The main characters were Captain Frank Kennelly, played by Everett Sloane, and his team of detectives and patrolmen.The show was known for its realistic portrayal of police work, and it often featured stories that were based on real-life crimes. The scripts were written by some of the ...

650 AM WSM made its mark on country music history on October 5, 1925. It was on that day that the station hit the airwaves, and continues to broadcast the best in classic country music to this day. 650 AM WSM has been the radio home for the Grand Ole Opry for over 82 years. You'll find some of their most popular programming available as podcasts. Includes interviews with country music stars and more. © WSM Radio

The Echoes of 33 Half Moon Street: A Look Back at the Radio Detective SeriesThe golden age of radio brought forth a plethora of memorable shows, but few have lingered in the collective memory quite like "33 Half Moon Street." This South African radio series, which aired during the mid-1960s, has left an indelible mark on the landscape of audio drama."33 Half Moon Street" centered around the intriguing cases handled by "Assignments Unlimited," a private investigation firm known for taking on the most uncommon cases. The series was a sensation in its day, captivating listeners with its blend of ...

The Family Doctor is an old-time radio show that tells the story of Dr. Grant Adams, a wise and humorous doctor in a small town who doubles as the community’s physician and their moral rectifier. Week after week, Dr. Adams confronts communal issues, from robbery to suicide, armed with common sense and gentle moral judgmentListen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. ...

The Magnificent Montague was a radio comedy series that aired on NBC from 1950 to 1951. The show starred Monty Woolley as Edwin Montague, a former Shakespearean actor who was forced to turn to radio to make a living. Montague was a pompous and arrogant man who was convinced that he was the greatest actor in the world, even though he was no longer able to get work on the stage. The show was set in Montague's New York apartment and followed his attempts to make it in radio, as well as his interactions with his family and friends.The Magnificent Montague was a popular show that was praised for ...