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This is a podcast where we interview various fiction characters like Rocky Balboa, Vito Corleone, Batman, etc... We, also, create many comedy sketches, do debates, create episodes, and so many other creative things, so stay tuned for a lot to come...

The Australian radio serial The Son of Porthos.Produced: 1950 by George Edwards ProductionBased on: A story by Alexandre Dumas (pen name for Paul Mahalin)Sequel to: "The Man in the Iron Mask"Length: 52 episodesGenre: Adventure, Romance, DramaPlot:The story follows Joel, the son of the Musketeer Porthos, as he embarks on his own adventures in 17th-century France. He encounters intrigue, romance, and danger along the way, forming his own band of loyal companions and upholding the legacy of his father.Popularity:The serial was quite popular in Australia during its time, capturing the imagination ...

Lum and Abner was an American network radio comedy program created by Chester Lauck and Norris Goff that was aired from 1931 to 1954. Modeled on life in the small town of Waters, Arkansas, near where Lauck and Goff grew up, the show proved immensely popular. In 1936, Waters changed its name to "Pine Ridge" after the show's fictional town.The series was created by co-stars Chester Lauck (who played Columbus "Lum" Edwards) and Norris Goff (Abner Peabody). Lum always pronounced his own name as Ed'erds and was very annoyed if Abner or anyone brought up his full first name. The two characters ...

Terry and the Pirates was an American radio serial adapted from the comic strip of the same name created in 1934 by Milton Caniff. With storylines of action, high adventure and foreign intrigue, the popular radio series enthralled listeners from 1937 through 1948. With scripts by Albert Barker, George Lowther and others, the program's directors included Cyril Armbrister, Wylie Adams, and Marty Andrews. The central character, Terry Lee, was portrayed at various times by Jackie Kelk, Cliff Carpenter, Owen Jordan, and Bill Fein.The radio series was first broadcast on NBC Red Network on November 1...

Our Miss Brooks was a radio sitcom that aired on CBS from 1948 to 1957. The show starred Eve Arden as a sardonic high school English teacher. It was one of the most popular radio shows of its time, and it was later adapted for television.The show was set in the fictional town of Madison, Ohio. The main character was Elizabeth Brooks, a high school English teacher who was always trying to improve her students' lives. She was often frustrated by her students' lack of motivation, but she was also fiercely loyal to them.Brooks's co-workers included the principal, Osgood Conklin, who was always ...

The Air Adventures of Biggles was a radio series which was produced and broadcast in Australia between 1945 and 1954. The series was first produced in Adelaide by AWA (Amalgamated Wireless Australasia Ltd). In 1949, production was moved to Sydney from the 209th episode onwards and ran on for a total 1256 episodes.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 shows might not ...

"Mollé Mystery Theatre" was a popular old-time radio anthology program that focused on mystery and suspense. Here's a breakdown of its key aspects:Run Dates and Networks: The show had a fairly long run, from 1943 to 1954, and aired on multiple networks:NBC: 1943-1948CBS: 1948-1951ABC: 1951-1954Sponsor: It was initially sponsored by Sterling Drugs, specifically for their Mollé Brushless Shaving Cream, which gave the show its distinctive name. When Mollé ceased sponsorship in 1948, the title was often shortened to "Mystery Theater."Format:Anthology: For much of its run, it was an anthology ...

Speed Gibson of the International Secret Police was a radio adventure series written by Virginia Cooke. It was centered on the adventures of Speed Gibson, a fifteen-year-old pilot who, through his uncle Clint Barlow, becomes a member of the International Secret Police. Speed was described as “a typical American boy: interested in short wave radio, aviation and most of all - The International Secret Police

"Box 13" was a thrilling radio drama that aired in the late 1940s, captivating audiences with its blend of mystery, adventure, and suspense. Here's a breakdown of the show:Premise:Dan Holiday, a former newspaper reporter turned novelist, craves real-life experiences to fuel his stories.He places an ad in his old paper: "Adventure wanted, will go anywhere, do anything. Write Box 13."The mysterious Box 13 becomes his address for trouble, as people seeking help, criminals with schemes, and just plain eccentric characters write in.Main Characters:Dan Holiday: Played by film star Alan ...

My Favorite Husband was first broadcast as a one-time special on CBS Radio on July 5, 1948. CBS's new series Our Miss Brooks had been delayed coming to the air, so to fill in the gap that week CBS aired the audition program (the radio equivalent of a television pilot) for My Favorite Husband.[1] Lucille Ball and Lee Bowman played the characters of Liz and George Cugat, and a positive response to this broadcast convinced CBS to launch My Favorite Husband as a series. Bowman was not available to do the series, so when it debuted later that month it starred Lucille Ball and Richard Denning as the...

"The Bob and Ray Show" was a legendary American comedy program primarily on radio, featuring the comedic duo of Bob Elliott (1923–2016) and Ray Goulding (1922–1990). Their career spanned five decades, from the 1940s to the 1980s, and they gained national recognition for their unique brand of dry wit, deadpan delivery, and absurdist satire.What they did:Parodied radio broadcasting: Their shows were often structured as ostensibly serious radio programs, with Bob and Ray playing the hosts, alongside a rotating cast of eccentric characters, all voiced by the duo themselves. They masterfully ...

The era of radio drama was a time when storytelling was a purely auditory experience, and "Broadway Is My Beat" was a shining example of this art form. Running on CBS from 1949 to 1954, this radio crime drama painted a vivid picture of New York City's underbelly, with Times Square Detective Danny Clover at the center of the action.The show began with Anthony Ross voicing Detective Clover, bringing to life the gritty streets of New York during its first three months. However, it was Larry Thor who would become synonymous with the role for the remainder of the series. The atmospheric music by ...

"Big Jon and Sparkie" (sometimes written as "Big John and Sparkie") was a popular children's radio show in the 1950s, created by and starring Jon Arthur.Here are some key facts about the show:Hosts: The show featured "Big Jon" (voiced by Jon Arthur) and "Sparkie," who was portrayed as a "little elf from the land of make-believe" but thought and acted like a real boy. Sparkie's voice was actually Jon Arthur's recorded voice played at a fast speed. Jon Arthur also voiced almost all the other characters in the show.Concept: While intended for children, the show was also popular with adults due ...

This series was written by Michael McCabe and was produced in South Africa. It was a replacement for another series McCabe produced, called SF68. That series adapted famous Sci-fi stories to radio, and it seems to have been the place where McCabe honed his craft. The subject matter to Beyond Midnight was more horror oriented, including madness, murder, and supernatural sleuths! What survives today doesn't involve a horror host per se, but a few include framing narration (by someone involved in the plot) while others just start up the story with no announcer or lead-in whatsoever. So it's ...

The "Buster Brown" character, famous from the comic strip and as the mascot for Brown Shoe Company, also had a popular radio series that aired from 1943.Here's a closer look at the "Buster Brown" radio series:Host: The show was primarily hosted by "Smilin' Ed" McConnell. He was a well-known radio personality, a jovial figure who would often incorporate songs and folksy humor into his programs. McConnell was also known for his ability to adapt his persona for various audiences, including those with religious or agricultural themes.Sponsor: As expected, the show was closely identified with its ...

Dossier on Dumetrius is a 105-episode radio serial broadcast in Australia from 1951 to 1952. It was produced by Grace Gibson Productions and starred John Meillon as Major Gregory Keen, an MI5 spy. The series was set in post-war London and told the story of Keen's investigation into a cache of hidden Nazi loot.The series was well-received by critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its suspenseful plot, complex characters, and atmospheric sound design. Dossier on Dumetrius is considered a classic of Australian radio drama.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://...

The "Bulldog Drummond" radio show was a popular American crime drama that aired from April 13, 1941, to March 28, 1954, primarily on the Mutual Broadcasting System.Based on the character created by British author H.C. McNeile (writing as "Sapper"), Captain Hugh "Bulldog" Drummond was a British World War I veteran turned gentleman adventurer whose hobby was crime detection. The radio series, initially set in Great Britain, quickly moved its setting to the United States and was sometimes known as "The American Adventures of Bulldog Drummond."The show was known for its distinctive opening, ...

"Let George Do It" was a popular American radio drama series that aired from October 18, 1946, to September 27, 1954. It was produced by Owen and Pauline Vinson.Plot Summary: The show centered around George Valentine, a private investigator who advertised his services with a unique classified ad: "Personal notice: Danger's my stock-in-trade. If the job's too tough for you to handle, you've got a job for me, George Valentine. Write full details!"Initially, the series had a lighter, more comedic tone, with George being a "freelance troubleshooter" involved in a variety of cases, including ...

This show had a great cast, starring Harry Von Zell as attorney Bill Smith, Brenda Marshall as his wife Nancy, and featuring British star Arthur Treacher as Sir Cecil Smythe, their snooty British relative. Jan Ford played daughter Shirley, better known as Bumps.Smiths of Hollywood the Smiths everyday adventures are a little more fantastic than a real average families are, since being in Hollywood naturally means that such stars as Lucille Ball, William Holden, and Ann Sheridan are prone to drop by. But they're just plain folk off-screen, just like you or me. Good thing there's a solid cast of ...

"Bright Star," also known as "The Irene Dunne-Fred MacMurray Show," was a 30-minute, 52-episode radio comedy-drama broadcast in 1952-53. It was syndicated by Ziv.The show starred screen veterans Irene Dunne as Susan Armstrong, the editor of the struggling "Hillsdale Morning Star" newspaper, and Fred MacMurray as her idealistic ace reporter, George Harvey. The storyline followed their misadventures as they tried to keep the newspaper afloat despite constant financial difficulties.Despite the popularity and talent of its two stars, the show only ran for one season. It is remembered for its ...