Selected Mystery, Espionage, War Stories, Thriller, Crime, & Detective Old Time Radio Broadcasts
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Popular radio programs of the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s and 1960s
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Presenting the best detectives from the Golden Age of Radio. Each week, we'll bring you an episode starring one of Old Time Radio's greatest detectives and the story behind the show. Join us for adventures of Philip Marlowe, Sam Spade, Johnny Dollar, and many more.
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Horror, Sci-fi, Crime, Mystery, old time radio from 30's 40's and 50's "Listen To Dead People"
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Continuing America's love affair with comedy and those lovable characters that make us laugh with great entertainment from early radio.http://oldtimeradiodvd.com
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OTR Mystery, Suspense, & Horror is a podcast dedicated to exploring, analyzing, commentating and critiqing old time radio programs and plays that fall into the genre of mystery, suspense, & horror.
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Relic Radio Science Fiction brings you old time radio stories from sci-fi's greatest writers, as well as original stories for shows like Dimension X, X Minus 1, 2000 Plus, Beyond Tomorrow, and much more! Travel through space and time as they saw it all those years ago.
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Old Time Radio Network Mystery Stories. Its a fogy night, a perfect night for a mystery. The unknown, your enter fears and those unexplained noises all make Mystery Stories come alive in those chilling tales as told by early radio. Join us each week as listen to tales of mystery.
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Be afraid! Be very afraid. Old Time Radio is filled with ghost stories, monsters, creatures who walk the earth, and other tales of the unexplained. Join me as we explore these stories born from the depths of hell itself. But leave those lights on!
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Popular & rare vintage radio programs with brief commentary. Posted weekly.
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Old Time Radio Network Western Stories, riding into the wild west of gunfighters, tales of cattle drives, and Sheriffs. Ah!, those tales of rough and rowdy adventures of those hero's of the wild west. Travel to the wild west with the imagination of your m
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Host Vinny Hébert presents classic old-time radio programs from crime fighters to comedians. We travel to the Golden Age of Radio and present many well-known, and lesser-known classic radio programs.
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Old time Radio broadcasts from otrnow.com.We feature all types of Old Radio programs from our growing collection of over 50,000 shows including comedy, mystery, drama, serials, news, adventure, game shows etc. Many of our shows are reprocessed for the best sound quality possible and because our collection is so vast you will hear programs you won't hear anywhere else.
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A podcast featuring old time radio comedy shows in original broadcast order with commentary.
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Just Old Time Radio takes you back to the early days of radio with the greatest Old Time Radio Shows, all for you listening pleasure.oldtimeradiodvd.com
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Old Time Radio Network Thrillers, thrilling mystery, espionage, and political intrigue. Step into the world of action and Psychological twist that will keep you on the edge of your chair.
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Radio shows from the Golden Age of Radio. The time before television and the family all sat around the radio and listened to the shows of the time like ,The Shadow,Abbott & Costello, Amos & Andy,Dragnet and many more.
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Merry Christmas from Sergeant Will’s Old Time Radio 🎅🏻
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Here on the Old Time Radiocast, we take the most horrifying tales from the golden age of radio, clean them up, and remaster them for your listening pleasure, preserving the very best era in audio entertainment with stories of suspense, mystery and horror. Here you'll find the most terrifying episodes of your favorite old time radio shows like Suspense, Dark Fantasy, The Whistler, and many more. Listen with the whole family, or dare to turn down the lights and listen alone. Every week we'll b ...
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RelicRadio.com presents tales of the strange and bizarre, the weird and the wicked. Stories not necessarily of the supernatural, but of the unnatural. Join us for Strange Tales, featuring radio drama at its most mysterious and unusual. Abnormal old time radio!
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Adam Graham serves as your host, providing his idiosyncratic as he goes, as we go through the much underrated 1946-54 detective series starring a pre-Johnny Dollar Bob Bailey as Detective George Valentine a World War II vet, who along with his secretary and assistant Brooksie take on every case that's mailed to them.
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Unearthing audio artifacts from radio's golden age. Relic Radio features a variety of old time radio including horror, science fiction, comedy, adventure, and anything else you would like to hear!
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Old time radio fans! Choice Classic Radio brings to you old time radio’s greatest detectives! Each day we feature a program chosen from the most popular shows of the period. So sit back and enjoy the best detectives The Golden Age of Radio has to offer!
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Step back into the shadowy world of classic detective tales, suspense thrillers, and noir-era intrigue with Old Time Mystery Radio. This curated collection brings together the greatest mystery programs of the golden age, featuring hard-boiled investigators, sinister secrets, and cases that twist deeper with every clue. Restored and remastered from the original broadcasts, each episode preserves the atmospheric tension, sharp storytelling, and unforgettable c ...
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The best Old Time Radio adventures in crime, mystery, espionage and suspense! Relic Radio Thrillers delivers the ticking time bombs, mysterious crime scenes, and the cloak and dagger action that today's armchair adventurer demands!
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Choice Classic Radio brings to you old time radio tales sure to keep you on the edge of your seat! Tune in for the most thrilling mystery, suspense, drama and horror stories the Golden Age of Radio has to offer!
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From 2007-2013, Adam Graham hosted the Old Time Dragnet Program, playing through every episode of Dragnet along with supplementary materials including episodes of Pat Novak and Jeff Regan.
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Enjoy a series of unusual episodes of the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio including old time radio mystery movie adaptations from the Lux Radio Theater, Screen Guild Theater, and similar programs. As well as episodes Escape, Suspense, and Murder Clinic, along with some truly different programs including Roy Rogers, Mayor of the Town, Superman, and Cavalcade of America. Also comparisons of how two detective programs handle the same story.
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Ho Ho Ho and Merry Christmas! Santa has his sack just packed full of old time radio shows. And if you are good, Santa will be podcasting these heart warming and family fun shows from the Golden Age of Radio.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Dare to enter the macabre world of Arch Oboler’s Lights Out — one of radio’s most terrifying series. From ghostly hauntings to psychological horror, each tale pushes imagination and fear beyond the limits of sound. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: [OTRR.org] – Certified Public Domain Collection. Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Experience the greatest thrillers ever broadcast — haunting tales of crime, fear, and human psychology from radio’s Golden Age. Each episode of Suspense has been fully restored and professionally remastered to capture the tension, atmosphere, and unforgettable storytelling that made it a legend. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: [OTRR.org] – Certified Public Domain Collection. Restoration and curation by Old Time Ret ...
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The great ones are back in action.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Rediscover the golden age of laughter with Old Time Comedy Radio. This collection brings together the funniest moments from classic radio’s greatest comedians, featuring timeless sketches, sharp one-liners, and unforgettable characters that shaped American humor. From quick-witted wordplay to spirited ensemble performances, each restored episode captures the charm, energy, and comedic brilliance that defined mid-century entertainment. 🎧 Fully restored and pr ...
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Old time radio and new audio versions of classic pulp stories and novels.
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Newest 100 Clawhammer and Old-Time Songs banjo songs which Banjo Hangout members have uploaded to the website.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Journey to the edge of time and imagination with X Minus One — the definitive science-fiction anthology of the atomic age. Each broadcast explores the possibilities of space, technology, and the human spirit. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: [OTRR.org] – Certified Public Domain Collection. Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Step into the fog-shrouded world of Lamont Cranston — the mysterious figure who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men. Each episode of The Shadow brings noir crime and supernatural intrigue to life from radio’s most iconic detective drama. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remastered with enhanced audio. Source: [OTRR.org] – Certified Public Domain Collection. Restoration and curation by Old Time Retro Radio.
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Join host Adam Graham on two seperate journeys through Box 13, the series starring Alan Ladd as reprorter turned Mystery Writer Dan Holiday. Holiday's adventures begin as a result of a newspaper ad that reads, "Adventure wanted. Will go anywhere, will do anything." This podcast features every episode of Box 13 twice. First, originally podcast from 2009-2010 and then ten years later. Find out how our knowledge of some episodes have grown and how reactions to them have changed over the years.
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Step into the past with the Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast, where we proudly present digitally restored classic Western radio dramas in a way that transcends the limitations of their original recordings. Immerse yourself in the golden age of radio, now reborn with a richness and clarity that surpasses the vintage versions. As specialists in digital restoration, we’ve meticulously enhanced every episode, elevating the audio quality to new heights. The sounds of birds chirping, the creak of a ...
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Step into the rugged frontier with Old Time Western Radio, a collection of classic tales from the Golden Age of broadcasting. These are the timeless stories of dusty trails, lone riders, frontier justice, and the legends who shaped the American West. Every episode has been carefully restored and remastered, preserving the grit, drama, and adventure that made Western radio one of the most beloved genres of its time. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally remaste ...
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Enjoy all 10 circulating U.S. Episodes of the Fat Man featuring J Scott Smart as Detective Brad Runyon as well as the Australian Episodes starring Lloyd Berrell.. Hosted by Adam Graham.
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https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Step into a universe of cosmic wonder, strange worlds, and visionary storytelling with Old Time Sci-Fi Radio. This podcast brings you fully restored sci-fi classics from the golden age of radio, featuring tales of alien encounters, time travel, futuristic machines, rogue robots, lost civilizations, and distant galaxies. These episodes, originally broadcast in the nineteen forties and nineteen fifties, capture a bold era when writers and performers imagined t ...
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Nick Carter Presented by the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Adam Graham Radio Detective Podcasts
Lon Clark plays Nick Carter, the greatest of all manhunters. Nick appeared in countless books, three movies, and for 12 years in this radio series featuring his unusual adventures. Host Adam Graham guides you through Carter's prolific radio adventures.
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This week on Relic Radio Thrillers, The Mysterious Traveler rides in with his story from May 11, 1948, I Won’t Die Alone. Listen to more from The Mysterious Traveler https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/Thriller923.mp3 Download Thriller923 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Relic Radio Thrillers Relic Radio Thrillers…
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Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Carole Landis"
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32:54Duffy hires actress Carole Landis to take Archie’s place as manager. Originally aired on April 11, 1944. This is episode 125 of Duffy's Tavern. Please email questions and comments to [email protected]. Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/classiccomedyotr. Please share this podcast with your friends and family. You can also subscribe to our …
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The Shadow: The League of Terror 01/09/1938
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31:34Choice Classic Radio presents The Shadow, which aired from 1937 to 1954. Today we bring to you the episode titled “The League of Terror.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!De către Choice Classic Radio
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History Capsule Pod Episode 145 Replay
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29:27Presenting a replay of the CBS production of You Are There "The Impeachment of Andrew Johnson" aired on Jun 20, 1948. Please support these shows with your donation today, thank you. https://mpir-otr.com/sponsors-donationsDe către Clyde J. Kell
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Ripley's Believe It Or Not - 1 Minute Episodes xx-xx-xx (378) Killed Himself for His Regiment
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1:05Ripley's Believe It Or Not - 1 Minute Episodes xx-xx-xx (378) Killed Himself for His RegimentDe către Harolds Old Time Radio
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Suspense: The Copper Tea Strainer 04/21/1949
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29:45Choice Classic Radio presents Suspense, which aired from 1940 to 1962. Today we bring to you the episode titled “The Copper Tea Strainer.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!De către Choice Classic Radio
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The Christmas Mite | Challenge of the Yukon (12-25-51)
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32:08Original Air Date: December 25, 1951 Host: Andrew Rhynes Show: Challenge of the Yukon Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars: • Paul Sutton (Sgt. Preston) Writer: • Fran Striker Producer: • George W. Trendle Director: • Fred Flowerday Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK…
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Radio City Playhouse - Witness for the Prosecution
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28:49Miss Emily French was found murdered in her home by her maid, Janet Mackenzie. Her last known visitor was a man named Mr. Leonard Vole. He is subsequently accused of the crime and is in jail awaiting his trial. Mr. Mayherne, the solicitor for Mr. Vole, has just arrived at the jail to provide counsel and to discuss the upcoming trial. Upon entering …
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Lights Out: The Word (09-14-1943)
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23:27A Journey Through the Clouds: Reflections on Humanity's Path In a world where the skyline meets the clouds, two souls find themselves pondering the mysteries of existence. As they ascend to the 86th floor, the view of New York City sprawls beneath them, a testament to human achievement and the complexities of life. But what happens when the streets…
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Christmas Suspense "Out for Xmas" Dragnet "Big Little Jesus"
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59:59Suspense "Out for Christmas" December 21, 1953 CBS Dragnet "Big Little Jesus" December 21, 1954 NBCStan Freberg Dragnet Parody with Christmas theme 1953De către Justeen Ward
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Police Detectives Christmas Radio Special 🚓
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2:13:38Sergeant Will's Old Time Radio Episode 44 Police Detectives Christmas Radio Special 1. Big Little Jesus by Dragnet 12/24/1953 2. Santa Takes a Powder by Broadway Is My Beat 12/24/1949 3. Christmas Present by Tales of the Texas Rangers 12/24/1950 4. The Innocent Santa Claus by This Is Your FBI 12/21/1951 5. Miracle for Christmas by Grand Central Sta…
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Suspense - "The Name Of The Beast" (Ep1854)
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34:08A good role for Vincent Price as a slightly mad painter, who finds himself protecting a murderer and dabbling a bit in death for himself! Originally aired April 14, 1946
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BONUS - Christmas Caper Countdown (Part 2)
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56:33Our countdown to Christmas continues with Vincent Price and Frank Sinatra both donning the red suit of Santa Claus! Simon Templar proves "Santa Claus is No Saint" (originally aired on NBC on December 24, 1950) and Rocky Fortune's new gig as a department store St. Nick is anything but merry in "The Plot to Murder Santa Claus" (originally aired on NB…
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This week on The Relic Radio Show, we begin with Portrait Of Jenny, from The Columbia Workshop. That episode aired September 14, 1942. (25:35) Our last story is Sweet Revenge, the February 18, 1951, episode of Tales Of The Texas Rangers. https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/RelicRadio975.mp3 Download RelicRadio975…
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Original Release Date: August 17, 2008 A high schooler in a car accident sends Joe Friday and Ben Romero up the narcotics foodchain in search of an elusive Drug Kingpin known only by his odd nickname. Original Air Date: January 25, 1951 Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.gr…
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Let George Do It: Every Shot Counts
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34:27Original Release Date: March 30, 2011 A singing cowboy hires George to investigate someone who is threatening a female sharpshooter. The sharpshooter tries to get George off the case, but a shot fired from across the street. A murdered blackmailer sets the stage for a mystery where everyone seems to be a sharpshooter. Original Air Date: October 31,…
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Key of G and played on a newly constructed open backDe către hudie
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We’ll hear from The Mysterious Traveler on this week’s Relic Radio Science Fiction. Here’s his tale from June 22, 1948, Zero Hour. Listen to more from The Mysterious Traveler https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/SciFi910.mp3 Download SciFi910 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Relic Radio Science Fiction Your support…
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Episode 17: The OTRNow Radio Program Christmas-01
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3:03:04The OTRNow Radio Program Christmas-01 The New Burns and Allen Show. December 16, 1941. Program #11. CBS net. Sponsored by: Swan Soap. Gracie drags George to the post office with a very heavy package. George Burns, Gracie Allen, Bill Goodwin, Paul Whiteman and His Orchestra, Jimmy Cash, Clarence Nash. The Quiz Kids. December 05, 1948. NBC net. Spons…
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This week on Strange Tales, The Creaking Door brings us its episode from August 24, 1964, Happier Dead. Listen to more from The Creaking Door https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/StrangeTales829.mp3 Download StrangeTales829 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support Strange Tales Relic Radio is funded solely by listener dona…
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X Minus One – First Contact (1955-10-06)
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22:54https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A deep-space expedition encounters an unknown vessel drifting in the void, leading to a tense, groundbreaking moment of alien contact. As both crews confront fear, curiosity, and the fragile possibility of peace, the fate of two civilizations hangs on a single decision. “First Contact” stands as one of radio scienc…
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Lights Out – The Meteor Man (1942-12-22)
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23:23https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A blazing object falls from the night sky, bringing with it a terror no one can explain. As fear spreads through a quiet town, strange events begin to unfold around the mysterious visitor known only as the Meteor Man. This chilling Lights Out episode delivers haunting atmosphere, escalating dread, and the unforgett…
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The Shadow – The Blind Beggar Dies (1938-04-17)
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29:49https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A strange whisper spreads through the city as blind beggars fall victim to a mysterious killer lurking in the shadows. When fear grips the streets and no one knows who will be targeted next, The Shadow steps in to uncover the sinister plot behind the murders. Dark intrigue, sharp tension, and atmospheric suspense m…
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The Pit and the Pendulum – 1943-01-12 (Henry Hull)
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28:40https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this haunting adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale, Henry Hull delivers a chilling performance as a prisoner trapped in darkness, fear, and the relentless descent of the swinging blade. Every moment tightens with dread as unseen forces close in, blending psychological terror with the echoing suspense tha…
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Gunsmoke – Buffalo Killers (1952-06-07)
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27:43https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A pair of ruthless buffalo hunters leave a trail of violence across the frontier, forcing Marshal Matt Dillon to confront a deadly feud spiraling out of control on the open plains. As tensions rise and tempers ignite, the line between justice and revenge narrows, sending Dodge City toward a violent reckoning. This …
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The Whistler – “Notes in the Night” (Mystery Radio Drama, 1942)
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29:58https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com A haunting melody drifts through the darkness in this nineteen forty two broadcast of The Whistler. “Notes in the Night” unfolds as a shadowy tale of suspense, where whispered warnings and quiet secrets push the tension to a chilling edge. With its signature narration and atmospheric storytelling, this episode capt…
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Fibber McGee and Molly – “Hot Dogs and a Blowout” (Comedy Radio, 1935)
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28:59https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com In this early nineteen thirty five broadcast, Fibber McGee’s enthusiasm for a simple hot-dog outing spirals into classic chaos as a sudden tire blowout derails his plans. True to form, Fibber’s confident problem-solving quickly becomes a chain of comedic mishaps, while Molly’s steady wit adds warmth and timing to e…
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Local Storm | Married to Murder - The Whistler
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58:45On this episode of the Old Time Radiocast we present you with two stories from the classic radio program The Whistler! Check out all of our podcasts at CrypticCountyPodcasts.com where you'll find shows like Let's Not Meet: A True Horror Podcast and Odd Trails.De către Cryptic County
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We hear from The Black Mass on today’s episode of The Horror. From May 20, 1964, here’s their adaptation of the Ambrose Bierce story, The Death Of Halpin Frayser. Listen to more from The Black Mass https://traffic.libsyn.com/forcedn/e55e1c7a-e213-4a20-8701-21862bdf1f8a/TheHorror1257.mp3 Download TheHorror1257 | Subscribe | Spotify | Support The Hor…
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Suspense – “Plan X” (Thriller Radio Drama, 1953)
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29:22https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com “Plan X,” originally broadcast in nineteen fifty three, delivers a gripping tale of deception, tension, and psychological stakes that define the very essence of Suspense. As an intricate plot unfolds, hidden motives and calculated maneuvers push each moment toward a nerve-tightening finale. This restored episode ca…
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