Classic Radio Theater with Wyatt Cox

Two hours of Laughs First a look at this day in History. Then Amos ‘n’ Andy, originally broadcast December 9, 1951, 72 years ago, Andy’s Wedding Plans. Andy meets Theresa Thompkins at night school and soon becomes engaged. Lightnin' mixes up the wedding invitations and all of Andy's old girlfriends get invited! Even Miss Blue appears to have a chat with Theresa. Abigail Thompson and Madame Queen complicate the situation. Followed by My Favorite Husband starring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, originally broadcast December 9, 1950, 73 years ago. Liz is a contestant on a quiz show and wins $500...if she can cash a check within 25 minutes. Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 9, 1945, 78 years ago, Opera Committee. Gildersleeve becomes head of the opera committee, but who will be the chief patroness? Gildy plugs his new story-telling phono records. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 9, 1951, 72 years ago, Palm Springs Murder Mystery. The program originates from Palm Springs, California. The cast does the funny, "Palm Springs Murder Mystery." The Guadalajara Trio sings Jack's new song, "When You Say I Beg Your Pardon, Then I'll Come Back To You." Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 9, 1941, 82 years ago, To Mena for Bread Orders. Lum has gone to the county seat to sell the products of the bakery. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Crime First a look at this day in History. Then The Screen Guild Theater, originally broadcast December 8, 1949, 74 years ago, Alias Nick Beal starring Broderick Crawford and Ray Milland. An adaptation of the 1949 American film noir mystery film retelling of the Faust myth in which Milland starred as Nick Beal (The Devil) attempting to corrupt an honest district attorney. Followed by Dragnet, originally broadcast December 8, 1953, 70 years ago, The Big Pick. A man loses his life savings to pickpockets. Then The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast December 8, 1950, 73 years ago, The Case of the Impolite Corpse. An advertising executive, hated by everyone, is found shot, from a strange position. Followed by Gangbusters, originally broadcast December 8, 1945, 78 years ago, The Case of Blackie Thompson. The story of bank-robber Blackie Thompson, and his all-too-loyal girlfriend, Lila. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 8, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum Invents Prune Bread. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

A super-sized edition of our podcast in remembrance of this date 82 years ago. First, a look at this date in history with a news broadcast from that date. Then the Gulf Screen Guild Theater, Between Americans starring Orson Welles. A sound portrait of our country written by Norman Corwin. Followed by commentary from HV Kaltenborn Then The Charlie McCarthy Show. The program originates at Fort Ord, California. Charlie has shot Mortimer out at the rifle range. Abbott tries to help Costello fill out an Army questionnaire, a funny routine. Guest Judy Garland sings, "Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart." Judy and Charlie have started a Christmas shopping service. Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary. Cousin Octavia has come for a visit, leaving behind her obnoxious daughter Barbara Ann...a little monster! Then The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. A mysterious lodger (or two?), strange messages in the "agony columns" and a surprising conclusion punctuated with a corpse and a beautiful woman. Followed by Inner Sanctum Mysteries, The Island of Death. When in Haiti, "voodoo unto others as you would have them voodoo unto you!" And The Jack Benny Show. The cast does, "Dr. Hyde and Mr. Jekyll." Rochester is reluctant to take care of Carmichael the Bear. Warning: Many of these shows are not of good quality. I present these shows so you can see how entertainers kept up a stiff upper lip during what was a traumatic time.

Two hours of Crime First, a look at this date in history. Then This is your FBI, originally broadcast December 6, 1946, 77 years ago, Operation Rhumba. In wartime, a scientist working in South America is pushed in front of a racing car by an old woman who steals his briefcase. The woman is part of a German spy ring. Followed by Suspense, originally broadcast December 6, 1955, 68 years ago, When the Bough Breaks. Tensions mount between newlyweds after the bride is acquitted of murdering her grandfather. Virginia Gregg and Stacy Harris star. Then Gangbusters, originally broadcast December 6, 1947, 76 years ago, The Case of the Supersonic Safecrackers. The Russ Enfield gang uses new-fangled "walkie-talkies" to commit "scientific" burglaries." Followed by The Challenge of the Yukon, originally broadcast December 6, 1950, 73 years ago, Indian Sign. A man is found shot dead in the house of a brother and sister. They claim they didn’t do it. They run away and straight into an Indian attack. Finally Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast December 6, 1954, 69 years ago, The Timex of their Lives. There's going to be a party thrown by Knucklehead Swayze for his cousin, newscaster John Cameron Swayze, who actually appears on the program. Fibber doesn't seem to have been invited! Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

A mixed bag of Comedy, Drama, and Western adventure. First, a look at this date in history. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 5, 1954, 69 years ago, Christmas Shopping. Jack goes Christmas shopping for oil paints for Don Wilson. Guess who the salesman is? Followed by Dr Christian starring Jean Hersholdt, originally broadcast December 5, 1937, 86 years ago, The Blind Boy. The story of a blind boy and an attempted suicide. The story was later chosen by the CBS network as, "The Dramatic High Spot Of The Week." The program originates from New York City. The script was recreated (with Jean Hersholt) on December 12th on, "The People's Choice.". Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast December 5, 1953, 70 years ago, The Lamb. Lew Madellon is the fastest gunfighter in Colorado Territory. When he comes to Dodge, so does Ab Fisher. Followed by The Hallmark Hall of Fame with host Edward Arnold, originally broadcast December 5, 1954, 69 years ago, Wyatt Earp, Marshall of Kansas. The story of the samous Marshall, portrayed by William Conrad and assisted by Parley Baer. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 5, 1941, 82 years ago, Putting up the Stovepipe. Abner installs a stovepipe for the new bakery; the hard way! Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Comedy First, a look at this date in history. Then Jack Benny, originally broadcast December 4, 1938, 85 years ago, Murder at the Movies. The program originates from New York City. The cast does, "Murder At The Movies." Jack mentions Fred Allen and the feud continues. Followed by the Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast December 4, 1946, 77 years ago, Sponsor an Orphan. The Jolly Boys adopt an eight-month-old baby girl. Then The Adventures of Archie Andrews starring Bob Hastings, originally broadcast December 4, 1948, 75 years ago, Job at the Drugstore. . Archie gets a job in Fudd's Drugstore to earn some Christmas money. He manages to set the science of Pharmacy back to the days of the alchemists. Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast December 4, 1947, 76 years ago, Gracie wants Bing Crosby to Retire. Will George convince guest Bing Crosby to retire so he can take over his career?. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 4, 1941, 82 years ago, Cedric brings Lum a stove to use. While Grandpa is still spouting facts from the almanac, Cedric delivers Lum's stove to start the bakery. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Comedy First, a look at this date in history. Then The Jimmy Durante Show, originally broadcast December 3, 1947, 76 years ago, with guest Charles Boyer. The whole cast does "Cyrano de Bergerac" with guess-who playing the long nosed Cyrano. Followed by the Phil Harris and Alice Faye show, originally broadcast December 3, 1950, 73 years ago, What is “The Thing”? Remley the babysitter finds one baby too many! Alice sings, "If I Were A Bell." The Harris' "daughters" sing, "The Thing," Phil's big record hit, but with new lyrics. Then The Chase and Sanborn Hour, originally broadcast December 3, 1939, 84 years ago with guest Maureen O’Hara. Charlie has started a Christmas shopping service. Guest Maureen O'Hara, John Archer and Charlotte Treadway appear in, "Rendezvous With Tomorrow," by Hilda Lawrence. Arthur Treacher appears as the perfect butler, who is now a "swingster." He sings, "A Tisket, A Tasket." Charlie and Maureen do a scene from, "Jamaica Inn...Long Island." Followed by the Old Gold Comedy Theater hosted by Harold Lloyd, originally broadcast December 3, 1944, 79 years ago, Take a Letter Darling. Girl hires boy in the advertising business. She's beautiful and he's a hunk. She's a sharp businesswoman, he's an artist who hates the world of business. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Crime and drama First, a look at this date in history. Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast December 2, 1938, 85 years ago, Blind Man’s Bluff. A robbery has taken place, but thieves fall out. Followed by Crime Classics, originally broadcast December 2, 1953, 70 years ago, If a Body Need a Body, Just Call Burke and Hare. Two gents of old Scotland supply dead bodies on demand for the medical profession. Business is very good! Then Dangerous Assignment starring Brian Donlevy, originally broadcast December 2, 1950, 73 years ago, The Empty Matchbook. A Civil-war era map is stolen from a southern plentation by a known international criminal claiming to be writing a book on the battle of Fredericksburg. Followed by Screen Directors Playhouse, originally broadcast December 2, 1949, 74 years ago, All My Sons starring Edward G Robinson. A man's family turns against him when it's discovered he was responsible for shipping airplane parts that were faulty, and then let his partner take the blame. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 2, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum to open a bakery. As Lum gets the idea to start his own bakery, Grandpa has discovered the pleasures of the almanac in the store's library. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Crime and drama First, a look at this date in history. Then The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe starring Sydney Greenstreet, originally broadcast December 1, 1950, 73 years ago, The Case of the Brave Rabbit. What is the connection between an illegal gambling den and a rabbit farm? What clue does a dead rabbit give Mr. Wolfe to a murder in the hutch? Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast December 1, 1953, 70 years ago, The Big Odd. A furniture truck has been hijacked and the driver kidnapped. Then Suspense, originally broadcast December 1, 1942, 81 years ago, The Bride Vanishes. A haunted balcony in an Italian villa encourages a madman to try a second murder. Followed by Lights Out with Arch Oboler, originally broadcast December 1, 1942, 81 years ago, The Story of Mr Maggs. A bargain at an auction is a trunk full of horror. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast December 1, 1941, 82 years ago, The Story of Pinky Winky. Lum and Cedric are enjoying one of the books from the Jot 'Em Down Store's new library. Lum reads, "The story of Pinky Winky." Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Comedies First, a look at this date in history. Then The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 30, 1952, 71 years ago, Henry’s Father is Sick. Henry's father is sick. That’s causing quite the hubub in the house. Followed by The Charlie McCarthy Show, originally broadcast November 30, 1947, 76 years ago with guest Edward Everett Horton. Charlie's raising rabbits. Mortimer Snerd has a cold...or is that pepper he's carrying? Edgar takes Charlie to a psychiatrist...it's guest Edward Everett Horton! Then Phil Harris and Alice Faye, originally broadcast November 30, 1947, 76 years ago, Phil’s Hobby. After Phil falls out of a tree, he's encouraged to take up crocheting. However, he winds up with an electric train set. Followed by You Bet Your Life starring Groucho Marx, originally broadcast November 30, 1949, 74 years ago, The Secret Word is Window. The first contestant is Henrietta Adair (a spinster). One of the contestants is the godson of the original "Trader Horn." Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 30, 1948, 75 years ago, The Great Dane Debate. Claudia had gone to New York without telling David. There's a Great Dane in the future. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Comedies First, a look at this date in history. Then Father Knows Best starring Robert Young, originally broadcast November 29, 1951, 72 years ago, Meteor. There’s a meteor in the Anderson’s back yard...or is there? Followed by George Burns and Gracie Allen, originally broadcast November 29, 1945, 78 years ago, Gracie Goes Back to College. George and guest Jack Benny are both trying to get elected "most popular" at Beverly Hills Tech. Jack plays the violin while George sings! That will help? Then My Friend Irma starring Marie Wilson, originally broadcast November 29, 1948, 75 years ago. Jane is throwing a costume party in honor of Irma's birthday. Al invites one of his unsavory friends, the fabulous "Joe." Followed by The Life of Riley starring William Bendix, originally broadcast November 29, 1947, 76 years ago, Thanksgiving at the Gillis’. Riley and Gillis are bucking for a promotion at the plant, and they ask the boss over to try to make a good impression. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 29, 1948, 75 years ago, Listening to the Pringles. Why is David taking a later train?

Two hours of Comedies and Westerns. First, a look at this date in history. Then The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, originally broadcast November 28, 1948, 75 years ago, Intellectual Curiosity. Ozzie meets a pretty lady on the bus who thinks he has very broad shoulders. Followed by Jack Benny, originally broadcast November 28, 1954, 69 years ago, Jack takes Dennis to a Psychiatrist. It's the Sportsmen's birthday. A master recording of the broadcast. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 28, 1953, 70 years ago, Kick Me. An Indian scout named Tobile vows to kill the two white men who played a cruel practical joke on him, and who have insulted his honor. Followed by Frontier Town starring “Tex” (Jeff) Chandler, originally broadcast November 28, 1952, 71 years ago. Death and Texas. The tax collector of Medicine Hat blows the whistle on municipal corruption and gets a bullet for his trouble. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 28, 1941, 82 years ago, Ervin Located and Adopted. The lion has been found, playing with some children for the last three days, and Lum goes to fetch him. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Crime and Westerns. First, a look at this date in history. Then Casey Crime Photographer starring Staats Cotsworth, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 76 years ago, After Turkey, The Bill. A young ex-con is framed for a gas station robbery on Thanksgiving. Followed by The Whistler, originally broadcast November 27, 1949, 74 years ago, Clever Mister Farley. A counterfeiter on a cross-country train meets a mysterious lady with a hot bracelet and two tough guys following her. Then Gunsmoke starring William Conrad, originally broadcast November 27, 1954, 69 years ago, Cooter. Kitty mentions that she plans on staying at the Long Branch "for a while.' Ben Sisle uses a hired gun and then simple-minded Cooter Smith to be his bodyguard. Followed by Have Gun Will Travel starring John Dehner, originally broadcast November 27, 1960, 63 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. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 27, 1947, 76 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner. Thanksgiving dinner...with champagne (and Coca Cola!). Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Crime First, a look at this date in history. Then Counterspy starring Don Maclaughlin and Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 26, 1950, 73 years ago, The Case of the Hideous Hijacker. The counterspies get involved with a drug hijacking ring that may have national security implications. Followed by Yours Truly Johnny Dollar starring Mandel Kramer, originally broadcast November 26, 1961, 62 years ago, The Mad Bomber Matter. A madman seeks revenge with explosives. Then Suspense, originally broadcast November 26, 1961, 62 years ago, Man Trap. Who blew up Artie Finch? Whatever Lola wants, Lola gets! Don Maclaughlin stars. Followed by Boston Blackie starring Dick Kollmar, originally broadcast November 26, 1946, 77 years ago, The Lenny Powell Murder. Lenny Powell hires a pilot to fly him to Branchville for $5000! The pilot's wife is unfaithful and Lenny has $25,000 in cash. After Lenny's murdered, the cash disappears. Finally Claudia, originally broadcast November 26, 1947, 76 years ago, Painted into a corner. Painted in...with Aunt Louisa's party out of the picture. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Comedy First, a look at this date in history. Then Abbott and Costello, originally broadcast November 25, 1943, 80 years ago, Abbott and Costello plan to kill Ingrid, Costello's pet turkey, for Thanksgiving. Guest Jane Wyman joins in a routine, "What is the wind?" Followed by The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 25, 1945, 78 years ago, Big Football Game. Gildy takes Leila to the big football game. Then The New Edgar Bergen Hour with Charlie McCarthy, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. Guest Jack Benny is running a trailer court, Dr. Fred Webb Hodge, an Indian expert. Prof. Kirkwood tells how to print money. "Whither Literature." Followed by Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 25, 1955, 68 years ago. There's a new, handsome, custom-made slip cover on the big easy chair. Fibber's sitting in it, guarding his health. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 25, 1941, 82 years ago, Lum, Big-Game Hunter. The boys are going to organize a Safari to capture Ervin who is now being reported seen in neighboring towns. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of drama First, a look at this date in history. Then Gangbusters, originally broadcast November 24, 1945, 78 years ago, The Case of Matthew Cazzara. Matthew Kozera, a meek-looking but very dangerous gunman, is terrorizing Pittsburgh. Followed by Point Sublime, originally broadcast November 24, 1947, 76 years ago, Big Crowd for Thanksgiving. Evy plans on a Thanksgiving dinner two days early due to an eye operations and a sick baby. Cliff Arquette and Mel Blanc star. Then Calling All Cars, originally broadcast November 24, 1938, 85 years ago, The Case of the Rasping Voice. Christian Meyer is shot by a tough hombre with a rasping voice. His future bride is left for dead as well. Followed by Dragnet starring Jack Webb, originally broadcast November 24, 1949, 74 years ago, Mother-In-Law Murder. Mr. Reynard's mother has been murdered, his wife is suspected of being the killer. Finally Lum and Abner, originally broadcast November 24, 1941, 82 years ago, Setting a Trap for Ervin. Ervin the lion has been on the loose for several days, and when the boys set out to capture him, a bear trap proves to be an added complication. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

Two hours of Thanksgiving Entertainment First, a look at this date in history. Then Good News of 1940, originally broadcast November 23, 1939, 84 years ago, Here Comes the Pilgrims! The first tune is, "Winter Wonderland." Connie Boswell sings, "Scatterbrain." Daddy (Hanley Stafford) has been called to jury duty, and tries to explain it to Baby Snooks (Fanny Brice). Guest Raymond Walburn ("The Deacon") tries his confidence game with turkeys. The band plays a fascinating arrangement of, "A Hundred To One." Walter Huston appears in, "Bright World," by Arch Oboler. "Here Comes The Pilgrims," a Thanksgiving comedy sketch "99 and 44/100 percent Puritan." The orchestra presents the world premier of "American Nocturne," by Dana Suisse. Edward Arnold host with Meredeth Wilson and his orchestra. Followed by The Aldrich Family starring Bobby Ellis, originally broadcast November 23, 1952, 71 years ago, The Thanksgiving Turkey. It's Thanksgiving time and there's only one turkey left. Both the Aldrich and Brown families want it. Then The Couple Next Door starring Peg Lynch and Alan Bunch, originally broadcast November 23, 1960, 63 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner. Followed by Thank you America, originally broadcast November 23, 1944, 79 years ago. A special program from KPO Radio in support of War Bond Day. Finally The Answer Man, originally broadcast November 23, 1944, 79 years ago, The answer to questions about Thanksgiving customs and questions of a general nature. "Who ate the most at the first Thanksgiving dinner? The Indians!” Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

A portion of a United Press International special Four Days that Shocked the World covering the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy

Two hours of Comedy First, a look at this date in history. Then The Great Gildersleeve starring Harold Peary, originally broadcast November 22, 1942, 81 years ago, Thanksgiving Dinner. Gildersleeve tries to get a "B" ration book. Followed by The Harold Peary Show, originally broadcast November 22, 1950, 73 years ago, The Thanksgiving Play. Honest Harold is directing and starring in, "The Story Of Miles Standish, A Story Of Thanksgiving." Then The Halls of Ivy starring Ronald and Benita Coleman, originally broadcast November 22, 1950, 73 years ago, Jack Benny visits Ivy College. Guest Jack Benny is to appear for a benefit at Ivy College. Followed by The Adventures of Maisie starring Ann Sothern, originally broadcast November 22, 1951, 72 years ago, The Efficiency Expert An efficiency expert has come to Hemingway and Company, and Maisie handles him...efficiently! Finally Fibber McGee and Molly, originally broadcast November 22, 1955, 68 years ago, What’s McGee to Do? McGee can't remember what it is that he has to do today. Thanks to Robert for supporting our podcast by using the Buy Me a Coffee function at http://classicradio.stream

As broadcast on KELY and the Nevada Talk Network Wednesday morning, November 22, 2023- A remembrance of the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy 60 years ago.