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The SI image depicts an old-fashioned radio broadcasting or recording studio with vintage equipment on a wooden table. Central is a large, classic-style microphone with a silver finish. Nearby, there are headphones, a reel-to-reel tape recorder, and a piece of paper with typed or handwritten text. A second vintage microphone and an amplifier or radio transmitter with knobs and tubes are also visible. In the background, a person wearing headphones is partially seen, likely operating the equipment. The setting is dimly lit, evoking a nostalgic atmosphere.

Adventures in Research – History of 1st Regular Radio Broadcast. ep95, 441121

Posted by By Keith October 24, 2026Posted inAdventures in Research, Documentary and InterviewNo Comments
Journey back to the early days of wireless communication with Dr. Thomas as he explores the origins of modern broadcasting and recreates the historic first regular radio broadcast from 1920.
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five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Jubilee (AFRS) Cab Calloway Nat King Cole. ep65, 440207

Posted by By Keith October 18, 2026Posted inJubilee, MusicNo Comments
Swing back to 1944 with a classic episode of Jubilee dedicated to the Navy Seabees! Hosted by Ernie Whitman, this broadcast features performances by jazz icon Cab Calloway, Nat King Cole and his trio, vocalist Dorothy Salter, and a hilarious guest appearance by Burns and Allen tackling jazz slang.
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Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Of Sound Mind And Body. ep29, 440421

Posted by By Keith October 13, 2026Posted inAmos and Andy, ComedyNo Comments
Andy hires a new secretary and takes on a grueling foundry job to pay for her, then tries to find a legal loophole to escape his employment contract with the help of Gabby Gibson.
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an AI depiction of avintage-style horror poster titled "The Weird Circle The Werewolf." A frightened couple, a man and a woman, cling to each other inside a dimly lit room. Outside the window, under a dark eerie sky, a large, menacing werewolf with glowing yellow eyes stares in. A ghostly figure looms behind the couple, adding to the suspense. The overall mood is tense and ominous, with muted, dark colors emphasizing the fear and supernatural theme. The bottom right reads "An Old World Legend."

Weird Circle – The Werewolf. 440507

Posted by By Keith October 9, 2026Posted inSuspense and Horror, Wierd Circle
When a mysterious white wolf terrorizes a family's cottage, a man realizes too late that a strange marriage oath he swore has come back to haunt him. Explore this classic adaptation of Old World werewolf folklore from The Weird Circle.
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AI generated image is a vintage-style poster for "Amos and Andy – The Butler Did It! Ep. 28, 440414." It features dramatic illustrations: a serious woman in profile, a stern butler pointing at a safe, a worried older man holding back a young man clutching a diary, and two police officers pointing in the background. Text reads, "A Secret Diary. A Frame-Up! Jail Time, or Exposure?" The episode features characters named Kingfish and Lightnin'. The color scheme is sepia-toned.

Amos and Andy – The Butler Did It. ep28, 440414

Posted by By Keith September 29, 2026Posted inAmos and Andy, Comedy
When Andy is accused of stealing $2,000 from a mansion, his only alibi is a secret date with an upstairs maid. Facing trial and a questionable defense from the Kingfish, Andy must decide whether to risk jail time or let his personal diary reveal all to Madame Queen.
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AI generated comic book cover titled "Adventures by Morse." It features "Captain Friday and Skip Turner in the Chilean Mountain Jungles." The episode is called "Land of the Living Dead: Episode 1: Mystic Fortune and the Ancient Terror." The scene shows a rugged man in a brown jacket and hat holding a map labeled "Chile Archaeological Dig Site." Beside him, a younger man with a worried expression sits near shadowy, eerie figures with glowing eyes in a jungle with ancient stone ruins.

Adventures By Morse – Land Of The Living Dead 1of10. 441007

Posted by By Keith September 26, 2026Posted inAdventure, Adventures by Morse1 Comment
In Part 1 of "Land Of The Living Dead," Captain Friday and Skip Turner accompany an archaeological expedition into the mountain jungles of Chile. Following a brutal murder, a sinister kidnapping, and strange sightings in the night, the team faces the mysterious cult of the "Brothers of the Living Dead."
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an AI rendered vintage-style comic book cover featuring two African American men, Amos and Andy. The title reads, "Dating Club Disaster: Andy’s Plan Backfires!" One man looks worried, wiping sweat off his forehead, while the other smiles confidently behind him. Below, there are three smaller scenes: two men talking, the two men looking at a framed photo, and a woman standing off to the side looking concerned. The bottom text says "Radio Comedy Classics." A "Dating Club?" poster is visible in the background.

Amos and Andy – Dating Club Disaster. ep27, 440407

Posted by By Keith September 8, 2026Posted inAmos and Andy, Comedy
When Andy gets interested in a local dating service, Kingfish steps in to investigate—only to get caught by Sapphire. Can a timely visit from Reverend Johnson save their marriage, or will Andy's scheme tear them apart?
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Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of The Leaping Dog. 440413

Posted by By Keith September 2, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Mr Keen
When a leaping dog leads Mr. Keen into a search for its missing owner, the investigation takes a dangerous turn involving shady figures, race tracks, and a carnival.
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"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Jubilee (AFRS) Jack Benny, Rochester. ep109, 441025

Posted by By Keith August 23, 2026Posted inJubilee, Music
Along with host Ernie Whitman, special guests join the show today: Stella: Erskine Hawkins and his orchestra open with "Stella." Jack's Entrance: Jack Benny takes the stage to chat with…
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Four sled dogs, two black-and-white and two white, running energetically on a snowy trail. They are harnessed and pulling a sled with three people dressed in winter clothing. Behind them are snow-covered mountains and dense evergreen trees under a clear blue sky. The scene depicts a bright, sunny day in a winter landscape, highlighting the excitement and teamwork of dogsledding in a rugged, snowy environment.

Challenge Of The Yukon – The Plaid Coat. ep324, 440413

Posted by By Keith August 22, 2026Posted inAdventure, Challenge of the Yukon
After a shooting on the trail, Sergeant Preston and King hunt down the hardened killer behind a young accomplice's scheme to ensure full justice is served.
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