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Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Wednesday, August 26, 2020 The Adventures of Sam Spade - "The Death Bed Caper" Gordon. Two nights previously the brothers, who had hated each other for years, had been drinking and gotten into a fight. Dan blacked out and when he came to past midnight he was covered in blood. He then found his brother in the cabin of the boat -- apparently his had been head kicked in. It was Dan's hope that Sam would witness his brother's statement clearing him before he died. Featuring: Howard Duff, Lurene Tuttle Original Air Date: June 20, 1948 on CBS. Listen to more great old time radio programs by visiting our website: https://bestoldtimeradio.com

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - OTR Dramas Escape! -- "The Match" When a man confronts his boss about molesting his wife, the two struggle and the offender is accidentally killed. Now a fugitive on the run in the frozen forests of Northern Canada, he is pursued by a modern day Javert: A Canadian Mountie who always gets his man. Featuring: Frank Lovejoy, Wilms Herbert, Cynthia Corley, Nestor Paiva. Announcer: Stan Waxman. Original Air Date: May 16, 1948 on CBS Hear more great old time radio shows on our website: https://bestoldtimeradio.com

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro August 24, 2020 - Monday: OTR Comedies The Adventures of Ozzie & Harriet: "Farmers" While shopping at The Emporium, Harriet meets Dorothy Chapman, an old friend from school. As they spend some time catching up, Dorothy explains that she married a farmer and now lives with him on their farm. When Harriet mentions her boys have never been on a farm, Dorothy invites the whole family up for the week-end. The problem is, for years Ozzie has told the boys stories about his youth spending summers on his uncle's farm. It seems his tales of how he handled farm chores and animal husbandry may have been just a bit exaggerated. Listen to more shows on our website: https://bestoldtimeradio.com

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, August 20, 2020 - OTR Westerns Gunsmoke - "Chicken Smith" Chicken Smith is an chicken rancher. He is also no longer a young man, but he does have a young wife. Many in Dodge have suggested to Chicken Smith that his wife has a tendency to stray. Chicken has a philosophy, however. He studies the habits of chickens and from his observations, he feels he knows human nature. He may be right. Featuring: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Lawrence Dobkin, Virginia Christine, John Dehner First Broadcast March 31, 1957 on CBS Hear more shows on our website: https://bestoldtimeradio.com 3 - 31 - 57

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Wednesday, August 19, 2020 - OTR Mysteries The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - "The Seahorse Jockey" A jeweled brooch worth $50,000 is stolen and two murders are connected to the theft. Marlowe follows the clues down to the waterfront. Or, to hear Marlowe tell it: "This time it was a fishy horseplay from a redheaded beauty past a black bearded sailor to a neck-and- neck finish over a wandering seahorse worth fifty thousand bucks. And I was the jockey. "It happened like this..." Featuring: Gerald Mohr, Ann Morrison, Stan Waxman, Eileen Prince, Ed Begley, Bob Sweeney, John Stephenson, Ruth Perrott Original Air Date: May 2, 1950 on CBS

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Tuesday, August 18, 2020 - OTR Dramas The Whistler - "Panic on Mulberry Street" Henry Pettigrew owns an unassuming book shop on quiet Mulberry Street, located in the middle of the city. Police Lieutenant Perez is a regular in Henry's shop, and they often talk about one of Henry's favorite subjects - criminology. Henry Pettigrew owns an unassuming book shop on quiet Mulberry Street, located in the middle of the city. Police Lieutenant Perez is a regular in Henry's shop, and they often talk about one of Henry's favorite subjects - criminology. Henry has worked out a mathematic pattern that he believes a local killer is following. If his pattern turns out to be correct, the next murder is likely to happen on Mulberry Street. Featuring: Wilms Herbert, Sarah Selby, Hal March. Original Air Date: July 3, 1949 on CBS. Featuring: Wilms Herbert, Sarah Selby, Hal March. Original Air Date: July 3, 1949 on CBS.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Monday, August 17, 2020 - OTR Comedies The Aldrich Family - "Henry Dates a Taller Girl" When Henry Aldrich first lays eyes on the fair Helen, he is instantly smitten. He asks her out on a date before he realizes that she is much taller than he is. Now he has to figure out how he can somehow become taller before the dance on Saturday night. After all, he doesn't want to "dance with her kneecaps." Featuring: Ezra Stone, Jackie Kelk, House Jameson, Katherine Raht First Broadcast: April 28, 1949 on NBC

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, August 13, 2020 - OTR Westerns Gunsmoke - "Lamb" When a stranger comes to Dodge, a townsman recognizes him as Lew Medellon, the notorious gunfighter who has been plaguing the Colorado Territory. Enter Ab Fisher, another well known gunslinger, who has come to Dodge because he has learned of Medellon's presence there. Fisher quickly confronts Medellon. The subsequent gunfight, however, ends up in a big surprise for all parties concerned. Featuring: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, Vic Perrin, Lawrence Dobkin, Harry Bartell, Herb Ellis. Original Air Date: December 5, 1953 on CBS.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Wednesday, August 12, 2020: OTR Mysteries Dragnet - "The Big Stop" A traffic officer has been shot without provocation at an intersection and no one understands why. Detectives Joe Friday and Frank Smith, who are assigned to Homicide Detail, are given the case. It is their assignment to track down the potential killer who is loose in the city. The problem is they have no idea who he is, where to find him, or who is next victim might be. They just know they have to stop him. Featuring: Jack Webb, Ben Alexander, Virginia Gregg, Harry Bartel, Vic Perrin. Original Air Date: May 4, 1954 on NBC

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Tuesday, August 11, 2020: OTR Dramas Bakers' Theater of Stars Presents: "The New Man" Starring Ronald Reagan When a new doctor and his wife arrive in a small town, they are worried about being able to start a viable practice. Things become more tense with his first patient: A sick child whose father lets the doctor know in no uncertain terms that both he and his medical advice are not trusted nor welcome. Outstanding production values and very good acting in this simple story. Featuring: Ronald Reagan, Georgia Ellis, John Dehner, Lawrence Dobkin, Vivi Janiss, Parley Baer. Original Air Date: April 11, 1953 on CBS.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Monday, August 10, 2020 - OTR Comedies The Great Gildersleeve - "Marjorie is Pregnant" When Gildy returns from a month long vacation he is warmly welcomed by the entire family. It is when Marjorie advises him that she has a secret to share, however, things become more difficult for Gildersleeve. While he made a promise he would not tell anyone her secret, his excitement makes that oath quite difficult to keep. This is the first episode that featured Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeve. Featuring: Willard Waterman, Walter Tetley, Lillian Randolph, Mary Lee Robb, Richard Crenna, Earle Ross, Richard LeGrand, Arthur Q. Lewis. First broadcast: September 6, 1950 on NBC.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, August 6, 2020 - OTR Westerns The Six Shooter - "The Coward" Ever since Will Fedder moved to town and married Sarah Blake, he has been known as a coward; after all he doesn't even wear a gun. And while managing Sarah's ranch, Mr. Temple, the local land baron, has taunted Will mercilessly. It seems Temple wants to buy Sarah out, but Will refuses to sell. When Brit comes to town he is surprised. He worked with Will on a round-up just a few years back and knows Will is very accomplished when it comes to protecting himself. Why is Will holding back? And what happens if he is pushed too far? Featuring: Jimmy STewart, Michael Ann Barrett, Herb Ellis, Howard McNear, Will Wright. Original Broadcast Date: September 27, 1953 on NBC

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Wednesday, August 5, 2020: OTR Mysteries Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar - "The Flight Six Matter" When one of Johnny's client insurance companies asks him to investigate an airline crash, Johnny is off to Mexico City. Three individuals on the flight had purchased flight insurance - which will cost the company $75,000. The problem is, the crash was not caused by an aircraft malfunction, pilot error, or bad weather. The crash was caused by an explosion on board the plane. And then there is the matter of the same beneficiary showing up on more than one policy. Featuring: Bob Bailey, Virginia Gregg, Ben Wright, Edgar Barrier, Don Diamond, Russell Thorson, Jack Moyles Original Broadcast Date: Week of January 30, 1956 on CBS

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Tuesday, August 4, 2020 - OTR Dramas Lux Radio Theatre Panic In The Streets 3-5-51 In a New Orleans slum late at night, a vicious group of waterfront hustlers murder an illegal immigrant because he won too much money from them in a card game. The next morning a doctor with the Public Health Service discovers the dead man was suffering with pneumonic plague. Before a catastrophic epidemic breaks out, the doctor must find and inoculate the killers. A reluctant police captain, who is skeptical, must work with the doctor in complete secrecy lest they set off a citywide panic. The two men must have 48 hours to track down the killers -- or else. Featuring: Richard Widmark, Paul Douglas, Joyce McKenzie. Original Air Date: March 5, 1951 on CBS.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Monday, August 3, 2020 - OTR Comedies: The Great Gildersleeve - "Vacation Plans" Gildersleeve wants to take the houseboat the Jolly Boys just purchased on his family vacation. The trouble is, each member of the Jolly Boys is planning to use the boat themselves. Funny episode with a great twist at the very end. This was the season finale for the 49-50 season, and also Peary's last show as Gildersleeve. Featuring: Hal Peary, Walter Tetley, Lilian Randolph, Mary Lee Robb, Richard Creanna, Cathy Lewis. Original Air Date: June 14, 1950 on NBC.

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, July 30, 2020 - OTR Westerns Frontier Gentleman - "Claim Jumpers" Kendall is in Montana Territory, along the Mullan Wagon Road, when he meets up with young Bill Richmond who has left Kentucky to come West to seek his fortune. When three more travelers join Kendall and Bill around the campfire they begin filling the young wanderer's head with tall tales of gold strikes, fame and fortune. Before the night is over, however, fortunes will change for each of them. Featuring: John Dehner, Eddie Firestone, Vic Perrin, Jack Moyles, Lawrence Dobkin Original Air Date: March 9, 1958 on CBS

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Wednesday, July 29, 2020 - OTR Mysteries The Line Up - "The Cornered Cop Killer Case" Scott Burke has just been promoted from patrol officer to detective. Ben is assigned to work with him on his first case which involves a series of hold-ups of cocktail lounges. It seems the suspect always does the same thing: He sits at the bar, has a couple of drinks, and plays "Poor Butterfly" over and over again on the juke box before pulling a gun and demanding money. The detectives track the suspect to an apartment building where they believe he lives. It is there that things quickly get out of hand. Featuring: Wally Maher, Jack Moyles, Scott Douglas, Joel Samuels, Ed Begley, Virginia Gregg, Dick Ryan, Sam Edwards, Howard McNear, Burt Holland. Original Broadcast Date: April 8, 1952 on CBS

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Tuesday, July 28, 2020 - OTR Dramas Suspense The Visitor 9/18/47 When Bud Owen disappeared three years ago everyone in their small town of Edgarton believed he had been murdered. On that occasion Bud and his friend Joe drove to Ocean Isle where they got into a quarrel. Only Joe returned home. Even though no crime was every proven, the townspeople all suspected Joe was guilty. When police officer Mac Burrough meets a young man working behind the counter of a diner, he is sure it is Bud and talks him into returning to Edgarton and to his wealthy family. But will everyone be happy to see him? Featuring: Donald O'Connor, Joseph Kearns, Wally Maher, Verna Felton. Original Air Date: September 18, 1947 on CBS

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Monday, July 27, 2020: OTR Comedies: The Jack Benny Show - "Last Week's Mistakes" The first part of the show Jack complains to each individual cast member about mistakes they made in the previous week's show. He has Rochester play back the mistakes and the discussion is hilarious. In the second part of the show, Jack visits a live movie set where Ronald Colman is filming a movie. What happens will have you laughing out loud! One of the truly great episodes of the Benny show. Featuring: Jack Benny, Ronald Colman, Benita Hume, Don Wilson, Mary Livingston, Phil Harris, Rochester, Dennis Day. Original Air Date: November 3, 1947 on NBC

Best Old Time Radio Podcast with Bob Bro Thursday, July 23, 2020 - OTR Westerns Gunsmoke - "Poor Pearl" When Willie Calhoun comes to town it is to marry Pearl Bender. The only problem is Web Thorne. Web is a new gambler in town and has declared he will kill any man who tries to take Pearl away from Dodge City. When Matt becomes involved, it is obvious there is some sort of a love triangle between the three -- it is up to Matt to figure out if the three sides have equal angles. Featuring: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Vic Perrin, Virginia Christine, Harry Bartel. Original Air Date: February 19, 1955 on CBS