Drama – Page 21 – Retro Radio Podcast

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Lux Radio Theater – She Loves Me Not (Bing Crosby, Joan Blondel). ep149, 371108

By Keith May 15, 2023Drama, Lux

Features Bing Crosby, who is to play a law student, and Joan Blondelle is his love interest. In a dance hall, a mobster shoots another. Worried about cops picking her…

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – Statement of Fact. ep19, 530514

By Keith May 14, 2023Drama, On Stage

Elliot is a police detective in an unhappy marriage. The demands of his job on his time don't help the matter. On a murder case that drags him out of…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 44, Chapter 7 (Second Half). 421115

By Keith May 13, 2023Drama, One Mans Family

Already in progress, Ma Barber interupts a discussion on the war. She puts aside her laundry to bring Henry and his friend a fresh piece of pie. Hazel and Cliff…

You Are There – the Conspiracy Of Catiline, 63BC. 481212

By Keith May 10, 2023Drama, You Are There

In ancient Rome, law forbids execution of any Roman citezen without a trial, and due process. Go back in time with CBS reporters and get all the details. A conspiracy…

On Stage – The Bear. ep18, 530507

By Keith May 7, 2023Drama, On Stage

A modern adaptation of a Russian one act play. Cathy is lovesick and mournful today as she mourns the loss of her husband. Her young man has been killed in…

On Stage – Casey at the Bat. ep15, 530416

By Keith April 16, 2023Drama, On Stage

It's that time of year in old radio land for a baseball story, so Elliot and Cathy Lewis present the behind the scenes story of the classic poem, Casey at…

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Greatest Story Ever Told – The Betrayal and the Crucifixion. ep144, 500402

By Keith April 2, 2023Drama, Greatest Story1 Comment

Preparing to celebrate the Passover, crowds throng in the streets. Joseph of Arimathea is amazed at the cheers of the people. Elsewhere, Caiaphas is far from pleased with the palm…

You Are There – Stamp Act Rebellion, 1765AD. ep86, 500319

By Keith March 19, 2023Drama, You Are There

The mood of the colonists is one of anger as CBS reporters visit early America. The Stamp Act was a symbol of all the oppression from Brittain that the colonists…

A photograph of an indigenous island culture frame, set against a tropical background. The frame is made of intricately carved wood, with various patterns and symbols etched into its surface. It is propped up against a palm tree, with the ocean and other palm trees visible in the background. The overall effect is one of vibrant island culture and tradition, with the frame serving as a symbol of the region's rich artistic heritage.

Escape – The Lost Special. ep55, 490212

By Keith March 14, 2023Drama, Escape

Fed up with the everyday grind? Want to get away from it all? Escape to the English countryside, where you are speeding along in a train. But somewhere in the…

On Stage – A Poetic Tragedy. ep3, 530115

By Keith March 9, 2023Drama, On Stage

In today’s story Cathy is a young actress who is new to the theater. Listen as the tender young woman brushes up against the terse, synical production execs as she…