Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

2+ Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast July 26, 1937, 87 years ago, Grocery Store Manager. Fibber is managing the Wistful Vista grocery store. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast July 26, 1949, 75 years ago, guest Francis Langford. Dean is going to make a record with guest Frances Langford, which makes Jerry think the partnership is going to break up. Then Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast July 26, 1951, 73 years ago, Stairway to Heaven starring Robert Cummings and Julia Adams. An adaptation of the 1946 British fantasy-romance film that starred David Niven and Kim Hunter that was released overseas as “A Matter of Life and Death”. A pilot that was supposed to die in a plane crash survived, setting a unique chain of events into motion. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 26, 1948, 76 years ago. David fixes this and that. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Satan’s Waitin, originally broadcast July 25, 1950, 74 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 Counterspy starring Don McLaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast July 25, 1945, 79 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." Then Escape, originally broadcast July 25, 1951, 73 years ago, The Earthman starring Parley Baer. A Ray Bradbury sci-fi story about the strange reception accorded the first Earthmen on Mars. Followed by Nelson Olmsted Playhouse, originally broadcast July 25, 1946, 78 years ago, Elementals. An adaptation of the Stephen Vincent Benét story about the human desire for comfort and luxury. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 25, 1941, 83 years ago, Dr Roebling and The Voice Machine. Returning from the north woods, Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen meet Dr. Roebling on the train to Metropolis. Dr. Roebling has invented a valuable new device, but he's been threatened and denies his own identity! The start of a new adventure. Bud Collyer as Superman and Clark Kent, with Jackie Kelk as Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Variety First a look at this day in History. Then The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast July 24, 1938, 86 years ago, with guest Spencer Tracy. Spencer Tracy and Edward Arnold appear in, "Five Star Final." Followed by Broadway is my Beat, originally broadcast July 24, 1950, 74 years ago, The Celia Jordan Murder Case. Celia Jordan has disappeared. She later calls Danny and dies of poison right in front of him. Then American Portraits, originally broadcast July 24, 1951, 73 years ago, John Yankee. John Adams defends eight British soldiers against a charge of murder. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 24, 1944, 80 years ago, Grandpap to Sell Land. Cedric has a new beard. Will Grandpappy Spears trade his farm for a half interest in the health resort? Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Let George Do It starring Bob Bailey and Virginia Gregg, originally broadcast July 23, 1951, 73 years ago, Drop Dead! A parrot repeats the phrase, "Drop Dead" until the bird's former owner does exactly that. Followed by I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 23, 1952, 72 years ago, Canadian Crossfire. Cvetic is in Canada foiling the Party's plans to sabotage a joint U.S.-Canadian missile project. Then Mr President starring Edward Arnold, originally broadcast July 23, 1950, 74 years ago, Kissin’ Cousins. The President is upset with his daughter who is growing up too fast. She falls in love with a cousin! Followed by People Are Funny starring Art Linkletter, originally broadcast July 23, 1958, 66 years ago, Making Up Your Mind. A contestant picks one of three boxes, small, medium or large? A summer rebroadcast. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 23, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. Superman captures Bull and races off to rescue Jimmy Olsen and Batiste who are being attacked by a bear! Bud Collyer as Superman and Clark Kent, with Jackie Kelk as Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Westerns and Crime First a look at this day in History. Then The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast July 22, 1954, 70 years ago, The River of No Return. Feuding and gunfighting in the town of Tanner has Roy and Dale frustrated. Followed by Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 22, 1956, 68 years ago, Lynching Man. Hank Blennis is found lynched, and Charlie Drain is determined to punish the killers. Then Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 22, 1956, 68 years ago, Spotted Tail’s Return. Spotted Tail has suddenly moved off the reservation with his whole tribe. Captain Quince and sixty troopers ride out after him to find out why. Followed by The FBI in Peace and War, originally broadcast July 22, 1956, 68 years ago, Return Trip. A roadhouse girl gets involved with a car thief who ends up shooting a service station attendant. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 22, 1948, 76 years ago, The Phantom House Cleaner. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Suspense, originally broadcast July 21. 1957, 67 years ago, America’s Boyfriend starring Mercedes McCambridge. A murder is solved by a two-year-old baby! Followed by the news from 67 years ago, then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 21. 1957, 67 years ago, The Yours Truly Matter. Johnny is held up, robbed, and has his car stolen...leaving him stranded in the middle of the desert. Then The Big Story, originally broadcast July 21, 1948, 76 years ago. The "big story" of Keeler McCartney of the Atlanta Constitution, who attempts to clean up a lottery racket and nearly gets killed for his efforts. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast July 21, 1947, 77 years ago, The Diamond as Big as the Ritz. The fascinating story about the home life of the richest family in the world. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 21, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. Jimmy Olsen and Batiste are taken prisoner by Bull. While they are tied up and left in a cave, a savage bear approaches! Bud Collyer as Superman and Clark Kent, with Jackie Kelk as Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Crime and Peter Chambers starring Dane Clark, originally broadcast July 20, 1954, 70 years ago, Donald Sloane, Embezzler. A bank teller steals money from his accounts, but leaves $28,000 behind! Followed by Call The Police, originally broadcast July 20, 1948, 76 years ago, The Case of the Unknown Strangler. An insane strangler is on the loose...and there have been four murders in four days! Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 20, 1958, 66 years ago, The Mojave Red Sequel. Suspicion for the murder falls on Red, the fishing guide. Followed by This is Your FBI, originally broadcast July 20, 1951, 73 years ago, The Roaring Twenties. A big warehouse robbery nets hundreds of cases of bourbon. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 20, 1948, 76 years ago, Naming the Baby. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Suspense, originally broadcast July 19. 1955, 69 years ago, Backseat Driver. A killer commandeers the car of a couple leaving the movies. Parley Baer and Vivi Janis star. The show was originally done by Jim and Marian Jordan back in 1949. Followed by the news from 69 years ago, then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 19. 1955, 69 years ago, The Big Bobo. A police sergeant is accused of taking $3500 from a woman to get her husband out of jail. Then Confession, originally broadcast July 19, 1953, 71 years ago, Anna Carlson. A wife is having trouble settling down despite having two kids. Followed by The Nation’s Nightmare, originally broadcast July 19, 1951, 73 years ago, The Narcotic Evil. A look at the evils of marijuana and other "dope." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 17, 1948, 76 years ago, the first confusing Monday morning. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Drama First a look at this day in History. Then Presenting Charles Boyer, originally broadcast July 18, 1950, 74 years ago, The Mink Coat. Mishel (Boyer) is given a mink coat in the lobby of a theatre. The beautiful lady disappears...and the coat is alas, stolen. Followed by Escape, originally broadcast July 18, 1948, 76 years ago, Habit starring John Dehner. A tale of the sea. An old captain finds himself performing an unusual operation, in an unusual way! Then Hawk Larabee starring Barton Yarborough, originally broadcast July 18, 1947, 77 years ago, Mountain Central Railroad. Hawk is working for the Mountain Central Railroad when 40,000 railroad ties suspiciously go up in flames. Followed by X Minus One, originally broadcast July 18, 1957, 67 years ago, The Merchants of Venus. The problem is not how to get Earthmen to colonize Venus, but how to keep them there! Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 18, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. Clark Kent is caught in a hidden bear trap, which does him no harm. Clark and Jimmy Olsen find smuggled mink skins in the bundle dropped from an airplane. Bud Collyer is Clark Kent and Superman, and Jackie Kelk is Jimmy Olsen. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then Columbia Presents Corwin, originally broadcast July 17, 1945, 79 years ago, The Undecided Molecule starring Groucho Marx. A re-broadcast of the verse story by Norman Corwin. A single molecule almost upsets the universe by refusing to combine with other elements. Groucho's ad lib during the closing credits cracks up Keenan Wynn who starts laughing so hard he can't continue! Also featuring Vincent Price and Robert Benchley. Followed by Granby’s Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benederet, originally broadcast July 17, 1950, 74 years ago, Granby Discovers Electricity. Granby decides an electric milker is needed for his farm. Then The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings as Archie, originally broadcast July 17, 1948, 76 years ago, Mr. Andrews Wallpapers a Room. Mr. Andrews decides to repaper the living room himself to "save money." Things don't quite work out that way. Followed by The Damon Runyon Theater starring John Brown as Broadway, originally broadcast July 17, 1949, 75 years ago, The Bloodhounds of Broadway. Man's best friend is not always the one with four legs. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 17, 1944, 80 years ago, Health Resort Riches. Abner gets a lesson in economics. It takes money to make money! Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast July 16, 1949, 75 years ago, Sunken Ships. Steve is sent to Saigon ("Inscrutable city of intrigue") to investigate three sunken ships. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast July 16, 1946, 78 years ago, The Murdered Truck Driver. A truck carrying no cargo load is mysteriously hijacked. One of the drivers has been killed and the other has vanished! Then I Was a Communist for the FBI starring Dana Andrews, originally broadcast July 16, 1952, 72 years ago, Rich Man, Poor Man. The Party plans the downfall of a wealthy magazine publisher, and the takeover of his publications. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast July 16, 1950, 74 years ago, Attorney for the Defense. A lawyer murders one of his clients and then is called to defend the dead man's daughter who is accused of the crime. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 16, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. "Bull" plans to set bear traps for Clark and his friends! Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Comedy and Western. First a look at this day in History. Then Kiss and Make up starring Milton Berle, originally broadcast July 15, 1946, 78 years ago. The first married couple is Mr. and Mrs. Schaeffer. Mr. Schaeffer complains that his wife moves the furniture around too much. Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast July 15, 1935, 89 years ago, Spring Swim in the Ocean. Fibber goes swimming...in the ocean! Then Rogers of the Gazette starring Will Rogers Jr, originally broadcast July 15, 1953, 71 years ago, Jimmy Reynolds. Jimmy Reynolds, a poor teen-ager, has been arrested for drunkeness. Will tries to keep Jimmy from being made an "example." Followed by Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 15, 1956, 68 years ago, The Old Enemy. A trooper from out of Captain Quince's past named Patchen, joins the troop and creates problems. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 15, 1948, 76 years ago, Leaving the Hospital. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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

2+ Hours of Comedy First a look at this day in History. Then The Stan Freberg Show, originally broadcast July 14, 1957, 67 years ago, The Tuned Sheep. First show of the series. "Incident At Los Varoces" (The El Sodom vs. The Rancho Gomorrah), an extreme satire on Las Vegas. Followed by The Martin and Lewis Show, originally broadcast July 14, 1953, 71 years ago. The last show of the season, the last show of the series, the last regularly scheduled radio show starring Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis. Gloria Grahame, who won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in The Bad and the Beautiful, does a sketch with the boys about her producing a picture of Jerry’s life. Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast July 14, 1947, 77 years ago, Irma Gets Sick. Irma gets sick just as Jane has to go off to Chicago on business. Seems she invited the neighbor kid up who actually was sick -- with measles! Followed by Claudia, originally broadcast July 14, 1948, 76 years ago. Walking the baby...without the baby. Then Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 14, 1942, 82 years ago, The Matt Muscrat Report. A report by "The Masked Muskrat" as to the true identity of "The Black Pelican." Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 14, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. Two phony game wardens tell the campers to move out, but Clark doesn't believe them. Superman investigates a strange airplane that drops a mysterious package into the woods. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator starring William Gargan, originally broadcast July 13, 1954, 70 years ago, Murder By Error. The husband of a beautiful woman is being blackmailed for $10,000 by a strange looking midget. The case soon leads to diamond smuggling and murder! Followed by Nick Carter Master Detective starring Lon Clark, originally broadcast July 13, 1947, 77 years ago, The Case of the Missing Piano Player. Nick and Patsy visit a crooked gambling ship to find out who shot the piano player. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Edmond O’Brien, originally broadcast July 13, 1950, 74 years ago, The Calgary Matter. Johnny tries to track down the gang who has stolen $300,000. Someone's willing to talk, but only for immunity and protection. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Bob Bailey, originally broadcast July 13, 1958, 66 years ago, The Mojave Red Matter. A sunken boat and murder in the desert. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 11, 1948, 76 years ago, The True Story of “The Jarvis Bay”. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Crime and a new baby First a look at this day in History. Then This is Your FBI, originally broadcast July 12, 1946, 78 years ago, Death in the Tropics. A hijacker’s partner double-crosses him and leaves him for dead in a burning truck. A Puerto Rican banana plantation becomes the scene of a murder. Followed by The Adventures of Philip Marlowe starring Gerald Mohr, originally broadcast July 12, 1950, 74 years ago, The Iron Coffin. Marlowe visits a 16th-century Spanish castle (in northern California) to battle the ghost of "Peter The Cruel," who lives in an eight-foot iron coffin! Then Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast July 12, 1951, 73 years ago, The Big Setup. The cops break up a burglary ring that uses a hatcheck girl for a spotter. Followed by Gang Busters, originally broadcast July 12, 1954, 70 years ago, Battle on the Staircase. Bert's arm is twisted to "pull out" with Red, leaving Carol by alone. After a quick bank robbery, they head to Portland. A supermarket is the next victim. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 12, 1948, 76 years ago, Claudia uses her baby to help another. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of variety First a look at this day in History. Then The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast July 11, 1937, 87 years ago. Charlie McCarthy tells Edgar Bergen about his music lessons. Don Ameche and guest Gladys George appear in a sketch entitled Personal Appearance. W. C. Fields announces that he's leaving on vacation. The verbal battle with Charlie McCarthy continues. Followed by The Mercury Theater On The Air, originally broadcast July 11, 1938, 86 years ago, Dracula starring Martin Gabel. First show of the series. An adaptation of the Bram Stoker novel as only Orson Welles could do it. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 11, 1941, 83 years ago, Fur Smuggling. Fred Harmon kills himself! A rare example of suicide on a show meant for kids. Clark Kent, Jimmy Olsen and Batiste (the guide) are camping in the North Woods. They're being watched; what's going on? Bud Collyer is Clark Kent/Superman and Jackie Kelk is Jimmy Olson. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

2+ Hours of Comedy with a side of Westerns First a look at this day in History. Then Granbys Green Acres starring Gale Gordon and Bea Benederet, originally broadcast July 10, 1950, 74 years ago, Granby Plants a Crop. What to plant? Corn? Wheat? Followed by the news from 74 years ago, then Too Many Cooks starring Hal March, originally broadcast July 10, 1950, 74 years ago, Summer Camp. The Cook children want to go to camp, but Doug doesn’t have enough money to send them. So they build their own camp. Then Our Miss Brooks starring Eve Arden, originally broadcast July 10, 1949, 75 years ago, Telegram for Mrs Davis. Mrs. Davis gets a telegram, but no-one wants to open it! This naturally leads to Christmas in the Spring! Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast July 10, 1960, 64 years ago, Five Days to Yuma. Paladin is hired to deliver a British prisoner named Jeremy Thompson to the Carson City jail. Jeremy's drunken mother proves an unexpected problem. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast July 10, 1944, 80 years ago, Teaching Cedric to Dance. Abner teaches Cedric to dance and even takes a spin around the store with Lum! Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

2+ Hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast July 9, 1961, 63 years ago, The Fiddle Faddle Matter. A businessman has an expensive violin insured for $10,000 stolen. The businessman is then killed! Followed by the news from 63 years ago, then Suspense, originally broadcast July 9, 1961, 63 years ago, Epitaph starring Paul McGrath and Barbara Becker. After a woman's death, her sister is romanced by a suitor with a heart of evil. Then The Whistler, originally broadcast July 9, 1947, 77 years ago, The Two Lives of Colby Fletcher starring Elliot Lewis. A man deliberately runs down a pedestrian with his car...trying to complete his scheme to fake his own death. Followed by Jeff Regan Investigator starring Frank Graham and Frank Nelson, originally broadcast July 9, 1950, 74 years ago, She’s Lovely, She’s Engaged, She Eats Soybeans. A story about a new miracle health food. A professional bathing beauty named Jerry Shoulder needs protection. Finally Superman, originally broadcast July 9, 1941, 83 years ago, The White Plague. Clark Kent announces that he knows who killed the five lumberjacks and the secret of, "The "White Plague!" Fred Harmon shoots Father Malone! The end of the adventure, but the story line continues. Bud Collyer is Clark Kent/Superman and Jackie Kelk is Jimmy Olson. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream 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.

A Western Monday First a look at this day in History. Then Fort Laramie starring Raymond Burr, originally broadcast July 8, 1956, 68 years ago, The Talented Recruits. Feeney and Merriweather, a medicine hawker and a Shakespearean actor, join the army and find out about soldiering the hard way. Parley Baer and John Dehner portray Feeney and Merriweather. Followed by the news from 68 years ago, then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast July 8, 1956, 68 years ago, Passive Resistance. Two cattlemen slaughter the herd of sheep owned by Gideon Seek, then burn down his house and wagon and finally shoot him. Gideon is a peaceable man who won't even identify his tormentors. Then The Roy Rogers Show, originally broadcast July 8, 1954, 70 years ago, The Spell of Indian Magic. An elderly Navajo is dying from an Indian curse (the curse must be from Haiti as the curse sounds very much like voodoo). Actually, the old man is killed by an evil spirit named, "Wonga." Followed by Rogers of the Gazette starring Will Rogers, Jr, originally broadcast July 8, 1953, 71 years ago, Lance O’Neill. Will is planning to write a story about Lance O'Neill, Illyria's famous artist, despite the opposition of the powerful Mrs. Hannibal. First show of the series. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast July 8, 1948, 76 years ago, Visitors and Gifts. Thanks to Richard for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream Civil defense info mentioned on the show can be found here: http://www.civildefensemuseum.com/docs.html

A special episode of the podcast dealing with illegal immigration in the 50's First, an episode of Stand By for Crime from 1953 entitled The Wetback Murders. A visit to Tijuana ends with a roadblock and a dead body in the trunk. Glenn Langan stars as Chuck and Adele Jergens as his girl Friday. Then from 1954, The Wetbacks. In 1954 CBS Radio, as part of its Unit 1 Documentary series, devoted an hour to the problem of illegal immigration and what was being done about it at the time. And roughly, its about the same that’s being done now. The arguments are almost exactly the same then as they are now; the conversation hasn’t changed much, except the topic of drugs and cartels wasn’t an issue then. In 1954 we were in the midst of Red Scare Mania and the fear came over the possibilities of a flood of Communists rather than drugs and gangs. Support us by going to classicradio.stream and using the Buy Me a Coffee function.