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"The Weird Circle" was a classic American old-time radio drama series that aired from 1943 to 1945. It was a syndicated, 30-minute program primarily known for its adaptations of classic horror, supernatural, and suspense stories from famous authors.Here's a breakdown of what made "The Weird Circle" distinctive:Literary Adaptations: Unlike some other horror anthology shows that relied on original scripts, "The Weird Circle" largely drew from well-known public domain works of the 19th century and earlier. Authors whose works were adapted included:Edgar Allan Poe: (e.g., "The Fall of the House of...

Avalon Time is an American old-time radio comedy/variety program that ran from 1938-1940 on NBC's Red Network. The program was named after its sponsor, Avalon cigarettes. Over the course of its run, Avalon Time was also sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh Pipe Tobacco and the Bulova Watch Company.Listen 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 shows do not necessarily ...

The Betty Witherspoon ShowThis show was the idea of David Hatch, with production by Simon Brett, but this wasn't the first time that Williams and Ray had paired up. In 1959 they had both appeared in Carry On Teacher, Ray as the Headmaster of the School and Williams as the English Teacher. Nearly a decade later in 1968, they appeared together on LWTs interview show, Frost on Sunday - a rather peculiar edition as there was a technicians strike, so the show was recorded by the management. Whilst there was a certain chemistry both times, the working relationship was not the same in The Betty ...

The adventures of a modern Robinhood. The series of the Grey Goose begins with an introduction from "Rolland Fletcher, adventurer". He believes himself to be somewhat of an enigma and an enemy of the social order. The first tale of the series begins with an adventure which commences with his meeting a woman named Barbara Faversham. As the Grey Goose he always leaves a grey goose feather behind to further his reputation.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | ...

One of the swiftness radio series, the True Detective Mysteries program broadcast over CBS every Thursday evening, owes much of its popularity to the action which takes place in the studio. Reproducing as it does true stories of various police cases, it is often impossible to go into every detail of the story, and so far no one has actually been murdered in the broadcast: but when a struggle is indicated in the script the actors proceed to struggle; when the gong and siren on the police cars are heard, there are sirens and gongs in the studio.Staged under the direction of Charles Schenck, one ...

"Inner Sanctum Mystery," often simply known as "Inner Sanctum," was a highly popular and influential old-time radio program that captivated audiences from 1941 to 1952. It became a hallmark of radio horror and mystery, known for its distinctive blend of suspense, dark humor, and memorable sound effects.Here are some key aspects of the "Inner Sanctum Mystery" radio show:The Creaking Door: One of the most iconic elements of the show was its opening and closing sound effect: a very slow, highly exaggerated, and extremely squeaky door. This sound, which became synonymous with the series, was ...

"This Is Your FBI" was a popular radio crime drama that aired in the United States on ABC from April 6, 1945, to January 30, 1953. It ran for a total of 409 shows.Here are some key facts about the show:Premise: The show dramatized actual FBI cases, with producer-director Jerry Devine given access to the FBI's closed case files by none other than FBI chief J. Edgar Hoover himself. Hoover reportedly endorsed the show, calling it "the finest dramatic program on the air."Narration: The dramatizations were narrated by Frank Lovejoy (1945), Dean Carleton (1946-1947), and William Woodson (1948-1953)....

Lux Radio Theatre, sometimes spelled Lux Radio Theater, a classic radio anthology series, was broadcast on the NBC Blue Network (1934–35) (owned by the National Broadcasting Company, later predecessor of American Broadcasting Company [ABC] in 1943–1945); CBS Radio network (Columbia Broadcasting System) (1935–54), and NBC Radio (1954–55). Initially, the series adapted Broadway plays during its first two seasons before it began adapting films. These hour-long radio programs were performed live before studio audiences. The series became the most popular dramatic anthology series on radio,...

District Attorney is a radio crime drama, produced by Samuel Bischoff, which aired on NBC and ABC from April 3, 1939, to June 13, 1952 (and in transcribed syndication through 1953). The series focused on a crusading D.A., initially known only as "Mister District Attorney," or "Chief", and was later translated to television.

The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was an exceedingly popular Old-time Radio (OTR) show that aired in the United States, and starred Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce from October 1939 to July 1947. Edith Meiser, Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher wrote the episodes. Together, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce appeared in 220 episodes as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times...

A Life of Bliss, a new radio sitcom, was introduced by the BBC on the 29th of July, 1953, starring George Cole as awkward, absent-minded bachelor David Bliss In the early episodes, Nora Swinburne played his sister, Pamela Batten & Esmond Knight his brother-in-law, Robert Batten.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically...

Sir John Gielgud (Sherlock Holmes) and Sir Ralph Richardson (Dr. Watson) star in this old-time radio show dramatization of Sir Arthur Conan Doyles Sherlock Holmes detective stories. The programs aired in 1954 and 1955. There were 16 shows total in this radio series.Listen 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 shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, ...

"Whispering Streets" was a popular American old-time radio soap opera drama that aired from March 3, 1952, until November 25, 1960. It was broadcast first on ABC and later on CBS.Here are some key characteristics of the show:Format: It was a romantic soap-opera drama with a unique serial format. Instead of a typical daily soap, each week's story would often pick up using a minor character's point of view from the previous week, becoming the major character for the new story. This unusual structure made it quite engaging for listeners.Narrators: The show featured multiple well-known hostesses ...

*Escape* was one of the finest adventure anthology series of the Golden Age of Radio. It specialized in high-stakes, suspenseful storytelling, often featuring protagonists in perilous situations—whether lost in the jungle, stranded at sea, or caught in espionage intrigue. Though it never achieved the same level of fame as *Suspense*, *Escape* was beloved by fans who appreciated its gripping narratives and atmospheric production. The show adapted works from authors like Rudyard Kipling, H.G. Wells, and John Collier, bringing literary adventure to life with top-tier voice acting and sound ...

Hobbs and Shelley were The Holmes and Watson of the BBC from 1952 to 1969. Many think they are still the definitive portrayals of the characters on the radio. The Hobbs' Holmes is logical and incisive, but does retain a sense of humor and an obvious affection for his chronicler.Listen 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 shows do not necessarily reflect the views...

In 1943, the United States Office of War Information (OWI), in cooperation with The Council on Books in Wartime, and the National Broadcasting Company combined to suggest a Radio program dramatisation some of the more important of these books.Words At WarThe Council on Books in Wartime was a non-profit organization founded in the Spring of 1942 by booksellers, publishers, librarians, and authors, with the purpose of channeling the use of books as “weapons in the war of ideas,” the Council’s motto. Its stated aims were “the promotion of books to influence the thinking of the American ...

"Afloat with Henry Morgan" is a fascinating piece of radio history that harkens back to the golden age of storytelling through the airwaves. This 52-episode Australian radio series, thought to have been produced around 1933, captured the imaginations of its audience with thrilling adventures of piracy in the Caribbean. Each episode, approximately 12 minutes long, was crafted to engage the young and the young-at-heart, weaving tales of the notorious pirate Henry Morgan and his escapades. The series was not just entertainment; it was a creative way to bring history to life.

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 ...

"Frontier Town" was an American radio adventure serial that aired starting in 1949. It ran for 47 episodes and was syndicated, meaning it aired on different stations on various days.Plot: The show centered around Chad Remington, a lawyer who returns to his hometown of Dos Rios after his father's murder. His quest for justice leads him to become a crime-fighting attorney in the untamed West. The series blends legal drama with classic Western themes, with Remington using both the legal system and, when necessary, his fists and gun to bring order to the frontier. As the series progresses, he ...

The Falcon radio series premiered on the Blue Network on April 10, 1943, continuing on NBC and Mutual until November 27, 1954. Some 70 episodes were produced. Like the Falcon film series, the radio plots mixed danger, romance and comedy in equal parts. Each show began with a telephone ringing and Michael Waring, the Falcon, answering the phone. Speaking with a woman whose voice was never heard, Waring would explain that he had an urgent situation in which he had to deal with criminals. This led into the standard opening, followed by the week's tale of adventure. Often, incompetent police were ...