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01:28:48

Saturday Matinee - The Aldrich Family (Grab Bag at...

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2024/07/27

This Saturday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Saturday Matinee," we begin with "The Aldrich Family" in the episode titled “Grab Bag at Springer's Hardware,” originally broadcast on November 18, 1948. In this humorous escapade, young Henry Aldrich finds himself entangled in a mix-up during a promotional event at Springer's Hardware Store, leading to a series of comic misunderstandings. The episode features Ezra Stone as the mischievous Henry Aldrich, supported by Jackie

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01:02:08

Friday Night Noir - The Crime Club (A Deed Indeed) &...

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2024/07/26

This Friday, on "Friday Night Noir" at Vintage Classic Radio, we travel back in time with two riveting episodes from the golden age of radio drama. Kicking off the evening is "The Crime Club" and its captivating episode "A Deed Indeed," which first graced the airwaves on August 21, 1947. In this thrilling installment, listeners are drawn into a tangled web of mystery when a simple real estate transaction becomes a dangerous game of deceit and murder. The story features

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00:58:27

Tuesday Night Detectives - The New Adventures of...

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2024/07/22

In this week’s episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we dive into two thrilling episodes from the golden age of radio. First up, "The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" presents “Murder in the Moonlight” originally broadcast on October 29, 1945. In this gripping episode, Holmes and Watson, portrayed by the legendary Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce respectively, find themselves at a country estate under the eerie glow of a full moon. A chilling murder has occurred,

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00:59:36

Sunday Night Playhouse - The African Queen (Humphrey...

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2024/07/20

Step aboard "The African Queen" with Lux Radio Theatre in this thrilling radio adaptation, originally aired on December 15, 1952. Presented this week by Vintage Classic Radio as part of the weekly "Sunday Night Playhouse," this episode takes listeners on a riveting journey through the perilous waters of East Africa during World War I. Starring the indomitable Humphrey Bogart as the grizzled boat captain, Charlie Allnut, and the elegant Greer Garson as the spirited missionary,

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01:26:28

Saturday Matinee - Bright Star (The Society Burglar),...

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2024/07/19

This Saturday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Saturday Matinee," we begin with the "Bright Star" radio show featuring the episode "The Society Burglar" from 1952. In this charming episode, newspaper editor Susan Armstrong and her star reporter, George Harvey, find themselves embroiled in an investigation of a series of high-society thefts, leading to unexpected comedy and intrigue. The episode stars Fred MacMurray as George and Irene Dunne as Susan.Next, we revisit the

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00:53:10

Friday Night Noir - Lights Out (Poltergeist) & The...

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2024/07/18

This Friday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Friday Night Noir," we bring back chills and thrills with two classic horror shows.Our first feature is the spine-tingling episode "Poltergeist" from the iconic "Lights Out" radio series, originally aired on October 20, 1942. In this eerie tale, three women face the supernatural wrath of objects seemingly moving by themselves, culminating in a deadly supernatural encounter that promises to leave listeners on the edge of their

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00:52:21

Tuesday Night Detectives - Philo Vance (The Poetic...

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2024/07/15

On this week’s episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we delve into the mysteries of two riveting detective shows. First, we feature “Philo Vance” in “The Poetic Murder Case,” originally aired on August 24, 1948. In this episode, the suave detective Philo Vance, portrayed by Jackson Beck, finds himself entwined in a puzzling case when a renowned poet is found dead. The poet's demise is as dramatic as his verses, involving cryptic clues that only Vance's deductive

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01:01:06

Sunday Night Playhouse - Broadway

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2024/07/13

Dive into the timeless charm of the "Lux Radio Theatre" as Vintage Classic Radio presents an unforgettable episode titled "Broadway" in our weekly "Sunday Night Playhouse." Originally broadcast on November 30, 1942, this radio adaptation brings the allure and drama of New York's legendary Broadway to life. The episode masterfully depicts the trials and triumphs of aspiring actors in the bustling heart of American theater. With a narrative that captures the spirit of

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01:34:23

Saturday Matinee - The Life of Riley (Fish Story),...

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2024/07/12

This Saturday on Vintage Classic Radio's "Saturday Matinee," listeners will be treated to a lineup of timeless radio shows beginning with "The Life of Riley" in the episode titled "Fish Story." Originally aired on June 4, 1944, this comedic episode features Chester A. Riley, played by William Bendix, who finds himself in a hilarious mix-up involving a borrowed rowboat and a supposed giant fish. The cast also includes Paula Winslowe as Peg Riley, John Brown as Digby

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00:59:46

Friday Night Noir - Dark Waters (Merle Oberon)

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2024/07/11

Tonight on "Friday Night Noir" on Vintage Classic Radio, we bring you a captivating episode from the "Lux Radio Theatre," titled "Dark Waters." Originally broadcast on November 27th, 1944, this thrilling noir drama stars the enchanting Merle Oberon in a tale of suspense and mystery. Set in the eerie backwaters of the Louisiana bayous, "Dark Waters" follows the story of Leslie Calvin, a woman who barely survives a U-boat attack, only to find herself entangled

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00:52:43

Tuesday Night Detectives - Rocky Fortune (The...

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2024/07/08

In this week’s episode of “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we dive into the thrilling worlds of deception and mystery with two classic radio dramas. First up, we revisit "Rocky Fortune," featuring the smooth-voiced Frank Sinatra as the ever-charming and witty Rocky. In the episode “The Football Fix,” originally aired on February 2, 1954, Rocky stumbles upon a scandalous plot to rig a college football game. Employed as a locker room attendant, he quickly finds himself

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00:55:31

Sunday Night Playhouse - Christmas in July (Lionel...

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2024/07/07

Step back in time with Vintage Classic Radio’s presentation of the "Lux Radio Theatre" episode, "Christmas in July," originally aired on June 26, 1944. This episode is a delightful radio adaptation of the 1940 film of the same name, infused with an added sprinkle of Christmas charm unique to Lux. On this special evening, Lionel Barrymore steps in for the usual host Cecil B. DeMille, bringing with him the spirit of Christmas, reminiscent of his roles as the mean-spirited Mr

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02:00:59

Saturday Matinee - Our Miss Brooks (Connie's New Job...

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2024/07/06

This Saturday's "Saturday Matinee" on Vintage Classic Radio kicks off with "Our Miss Brooks," featuring the delightful episode "Connie's New Job Offer" from July 31, 1949. In this episode, the beloved high school English teacher, Connie Brooks, played by Eve Arden, faces a tempting job offer that could mean leaving Madison High. As she weighs her options, her decision is complicated by the comedic interference of Principal Osgood Conklin, portrayed by Gale

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00:55:06

Friday Night Noir - The Crime Club (Coney Island...

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2024/07/05

This Friday's "Friday Night Noir" on Vintage Classic Radio features two gripping episodes from the golden age of radio. We'll kick off with “The Crime Club” and its enthralling episode "Coney Island Nocturne," which originally aired on July 10th, 1947. In this mystery, listeners are taken to the vibrant, bustling Coney Island, where a night of fun turns grim with the discovery of a body under the boardwalk. The storyline follows detective Tom Howard as he unravels a

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00:53:18

Tuesday Night Detectives - The Adventures of Sam...

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2024/07/05

In this week's episode of "Tuesday Night Detectives" on Vintage Classic Radio, we delve into the thrilling world of private eyes with two classic radio dramas. First, we feature "The Adventures of Sam Spade" in the captivating episode titled "Rushlight Diamond Caper," originally broadcast on July 4, 1948. In this episode, the witty and gritty detective Sam Spade, portrayed by Howard Duff, is hired to recover the priceless Rushlight diamond. The plot thickens with a

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00:55:53

Sunday Night Playhouse - Of Mice and Men (John...

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2024/06/30

Tune into Vintage Classic Radio's "Sunday Night Playhouse" this week for a captivating hour-long rendition of the classic Broadway play "Of Mice and Men" on the esteemed radio show "Best Plays." Originally aired on May 8, 1953, this episode features some of the original stage cast members who bring John Steinbeck’s poignant tale of friendship and dreams amidst the hardships of the Great Depression to life. Hosted by John Chapman, the renowned New York Daily News

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01:24:34

Saturday Matinee - Ozzie & Harriet (Be on Time), The...

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2024/06/29

This Saturday's "Saturday Matinee" on Vintage Classic Radio begins with the delightful "Ozzie and Harriet" episode titled "Be on Time." Originally aired on June 26th, 1953, this episode humorously explores the Nelson family's struggles with punctuality. The episode features Ozzie Nelson and Harriet Nelson playing themselves, with their real-life sons Ricky and David Nelson portraying their radio counterparts. Don DeFore adds a touch of neighbourly charm as

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00:49:30

Friday Night Noir - ABC Mystery Time (The Picture of...

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2024/06/29

Welcome to another thrilling episode of "Friday Night Noir" on Vintage Classic Radio! This Friday, we kick off with the mesmerizing “ABC Mystery Time” featuring the iconic episode, "The Picture of Dorian Gray." Originally broadcasted in 1956, this adaptation of Oscar Wilde's novel delves into the eerie story of a man whose portrait ages while he remains young and beautiful, reflecting the dark deeds of his life. Hosted by Don Dowd, "ABC Mystery Time" attracted top-tier talent, including the

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00:55:37

Tuesday Night Detectives - The New Adventures of...

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2024/06/24

This week on “Tuesday Night Detectives” on Vintage Classic Radio, we delve into two thrilling tales from the golden age of radio. We begin with "The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" featuring the iconic duo, Basil Rathbone as Sherlock Holmes and Nigel Bruce as Dr. John Watson. In the episode titled "The Amateur Mendicant Society," originally aired on April 2, 1945, Holmes and Watson are thrust into the secretive world of a social club with mysterious motives. After receiving

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00:59:50

Sunday Night Playhouse - Bullets or Ballots (Edward...

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2024/06/23

Step into the past with Vintage Classic Radio's presentation of "Lux Radio Theatre's" classic episode, "Bullets or Ballots," originally broadcast on April 17, 1939. This gripping tale, set in the tumultuous world of gangsters and law enforcement, features Edward G. Robinson in a stellar performance as Johnny Blake, an undercover detective tasked with infiltrating and dismantling a dangerous crime syndicate. Joining him is Humphrey Bogart, who brings depth and intensity to

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