Orson_Wells – Page 3 – Retro Radio Podcast

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Lady Esther Presents Orson Welles (CBS) The Happy Prince. 411222

By Keith December 15, 2022Drama

Reading from Luke chapter 2, Orson Wells presents the story of the nativity. Carolers sing as Orson shares traditional features of the holiday. Mistletoe, kisses, holly, Christmas trees, Santa, chimneys,…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Black Museum – The Champagne Glass. ep10, 1952

By Keith November 26, 2022Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

The Colonel is a high powered businessman. On returning home, he calls on a doctor to take care of his wife, who is having pains. A couple of months go…

A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Campbell Playhouse (CBS) A Christmas Carol (Lionel Barrymore). 391224

By Keith November 21, 2022Drama

The classic and timeless tale of Ebeneezer Scrooge, and his midnight visitors. Featuring Lionel Barrymore, this annual presentation from the Campbell Playhouse does justice to the Charles Dickens story in…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Appointment With Death. 390312

By Keith March 12, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A man is released from prison, but claims to the warden that he'll get the man who put him behind bars. Back with his gang, the gangsters plan is to…

The Shadow – Death From The Deep. 371003.

By Keith October 19, 2021Shadow, Suspense and Horror

a pirate with a submarine is terrorizing the shipping lanes. The Shadow has a plan and investigates. The submarine inventor has been having regrets about his role in the pirate's…

"Vintage radio microphone against a black background with the words 'Suspense' written in bold white letters. The microphone is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs in gold and white, giving a sense of classic elegance and drama."

Suspense – Philomel Cottage (Orson Wells). ep61, 431007

By Keith October 7, 2021Suspense, Suspense and Horror

Orson Wells is back in this radio presentation of a short story by Agatha Christy. A married couple spend their honeymoon in a jungle paradise. Memories of the last week…

Suspense – The Most Dangerous Game (Orson Wells). ep59, 430923

By Keith September 23, 2021Suspense, Suspense and Horror

Features Orson Wells. A pleasure trip on a yacht turns into a desperate case of cat and mouse. When the yacht sinks, and the only survivor washes up on a…

Suspense – The Hitch Hiker. ep11, 420902

By Keith September 25, 2019Suspense, Suspense and Horror

Featuring Orson Wells. Originally aired on Mercury Theater of the Air. Orson gives a dramatic introduction to the thriller about to be performed. Heading out on a cross country road…

Black Museum – – The Canvas Bag . ep8, 520219

By Keith September 19, 2019Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

A canvass shopping bag, used for merchants to transport goods from one store to another is the centerpiece of today's murder. Mary Wilson packs her suitcase to run off and…

Black Museum – A Can Of Weedkiller. ep7, 520212.

By Keith February 12, 2019Black Museum

John and Helen live in a Norman castle with their daughter, Joy. A household accident finds Helen being hurt, and the family is overly worried. The doctor isn't so alarmed,…