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Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

Brett Orchard
Texas Rangers
Dad's Army
Hancock's Half Hour
Sherlock Holmes
Cairo
Eileen Mccall
Murder
Del Monte Foods
Jim Reeves
Crime Investigation
William Biddle
Tales Of the Texas Rangers
Corbell, Texas
Blackburn
El Corso
Cerebral Palsy
Lubbock
Illegal Entry
NBC Radio Network
Tire Theft

Hello you,I’m Brett Orchard, and welcome to Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, broadcasting from my cosy corner of Lyme Bay in the UK.

If you love old time radio, classic radio drama, vintage mystery, and that wonderfully calm late-night feeling of slipping back into another era, you’re in the right place. Each evening, I bring you a carefully chosen classic from the golden age of radio, with a... more

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Latest Episodes

Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true old time radio favourite —

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Valentine Matter.

If you enjoy ending the day with something sharp, atmospheric, and quietly gripping, this is... more

Tonight on Brett’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a stylish classic radio mystery — Philo Vance: The Chicken Murder Case.

If you enjoy ending the day with something atmospheric, intelligent, and full of old-school intrigue, this is a lo... more

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Tonight on Brett’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re winding down with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Income Tax Demand.

If you enjoy ending the day with something familiar, warm, and gently funny, this is a lovely one to settle i... more

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Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re winding down with a classic slice of radio espionage — Dangerous Assignment: Find Lenny Fenway.

If you enjoy ending the day with something tense, atmospheric, and full of old-school intrigue, thi... more

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Recent Guests

Elizabeth Reardon
John Reardon's widow
Unclear from episode
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1247, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar — The Chesapeake Fraud Matter
Joseph Cotten
Actor portrayal of Frank Henderson in Sneak Preview
Suspense (guest star)
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1242, Suspense — Sneak Preview
Dawn Vander
Nightclub singer connected to the case
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1239, Philo Vance — White Willow Murder Case
Alan Ladd
Actor, star of the episode
Paramount Pictures
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1228, Suspense, The Defense Rests
Philip Dawn
Actor credited in the episode
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1221. Suspense, Portrait Without A Face
Miss Michelle Morgan
Actress credited in the episode
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1221. Suspense, Portrait Without A Face
George Kolouris
Actor credited in the episode
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1221. Suspense, Portrait Without A Face
Elise Avery
Character who worked for Consolidated Charities, involved in the scheme
Consolidated Charities (fictional)
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1218, Philo Vance, The Listless Murder Case
Morton Gary
Prominent donor and chairman, potential dupe of Miller's racket
Consolidated Charities (fictional)
Episode: Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1218, Philo Vance, The Listless Murder Case

Host

Brett Orchard
Host of the show, guiding commentary and episode introductions; central figure in archival re-creations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    All round great podcast .Wonderful and jovial host in Brett. Would love to hear some more comedy shows. English comedy is the best , particularly from the 60s and 70s.Us Aussies love our comedy and would love to hear shows such as Steptoe and Son. Not sure if they were broadcast as radio shows but if available would love to hear Till death us do part, On the Buses and Bless this House. Highly recommend this Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darrin Jay
    Australiaa year ago
  • Old time radio series

    I absolutely love these podcasts, particularly Dad’s Army - I look forward to every Friday night. I think I’ll follow you on instagram & anything else? I’m old(ish) and

    not too tech savvy 🤷‍♀️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    plumwife
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Review

    Brilliant podcast with some really cool old time radio episodes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alexmillmill
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Really love this OTR podcast! Great content (love Dad’s Army) and Brett is a great host—keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wakey1971
    United States2 years ago
  • Excellent pod

    This part is fantastic, from the introduction to the closing narration this guy great. He’s so happy and his voice is not intrusive. He has an excellent array of shows and with the regular schedule, you know what to look forward to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Archmistress
    Canada2 years ago

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Guests and episodes are described as high-quality, with strong production values and curated selections.
Listeners praise the host's warm, engaging narration and smooth pacing.
Fans love the nostalgia and sound design that evokes mid-20th-century radio.

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Apple Podcasts
#112
Canada/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#177
Canada/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#233
United Kingdom/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#174
Spain/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#214
Belgium/Fiction/Drama

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1154, Philo Vance, Tip Top Murder Case
Q: What do you want to know?
I need $5,000 urgently, and I want to confirm that Susie didn't disclose anything before her death.
Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 626, Sherlock Holmes, The Cadaver in the Roman Toga
Q: What was your impression of the condition of the corpse?
The corpse was undoubtedly drowned, as suggested by the water in the lungs and the coldness of the body.
Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 700, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, The Youngstown Credit Group Matter
Q: Is it true that your husband was involved in the robbery?
Mrs. Enfield expressed her confusion and denial about his potential involvement, insisting she wasn't sure.
Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 700, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, The Youngstown Credit Group Matter
Q: What did George Enfield say while this stick-up was going on?
Watson said that he didn't hear anything Enfield said; he was too scared and busy begging for his life.

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A nostalgic deep-dive into golden-age radio, featuring classic mysteries, suspense, spy adventures, and light-hearted comedy presented with a warm, conversational hosting style. Episodes spotlight beloved radio relics—Sherlock Holmes, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, The Man Called X, Philo Vance, and more—paired with host commentary that guides listeners through period-appropriate sound design, pacing, and lore. Notably, the show blends familiar genres with a live-readiness for fans of vintage drama, making it a cozy, bedtime-friendly gateway to curated archival gems and era-accurate storytelling.

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Recent guests on Brett’s Old Time Radio Show include:

1. Elizabeth Reardon
2. Joseph Cotten
3. Dawn Vander
4. Alan Ladd
5. Philip Dawn
6. Miss Michelle Morgan
7. George Kolouris
8. Elise Avery

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