
Hudson River Radio's own Big Jim Wheeler is thrilled to share his personal collection of classic radio shows from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s! Jim grew up on a farm in upstate New York, where TV shows were scarce, and where radio was king. It was a time where families would gather around the radio to hear the latest episode of their favorite shows.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 211 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Don Adams performed live at the Las Vegas Sands Casino in 1967. Adams is best known for playing Secret Agent Maxwell Smart on the hit TV series “Get Smart,” which ran from 1965 to 1970. He was also the voice of “Inspector Gadget,” in the 1980s.
Peter and the Wolf is a symphonic tale written by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev in 1936. The story is a Russian folk tale with different animals and characters being represented by different musical instruments. This performance is narrated by Ca... more
The musical Wildcat opened on Broadway in New York City in 1960 and starred Lucille Ball in her only starring Broadway role. She was 49 at the time and had wrapped up her hit TV show, I Love Lucy, three years prior. Lucy plays the lead role of Wildca... more
The Doctor prescribed Death aired on February 2, 1943. Boris Karloff plays psychiatrist Antonio Bacile, who believes that a suicidal person can, instead, be convinced to murder someone else.
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If you listen with headphones, the ads will be extremely loud compared to the show. The shows are very good.
I don’t care if all these shows are from a personal collection or from public domain (I guess some do)…. I am just happy I can hear them………just saying! Thanks for getting them out to us!
“His personal collection “ is a joke. All of these shows are public domain and can be gathered free at archive.con
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The content primarily features classic radio shows from the early to mid-20th century, highlighting beloved characters and comedic narratives that capture the nostalgia of the era. The episodes often blend humor and dramatic storytelling, with a focus on iconic programs that showcase the charm of radio entertainment, including adaptations of plays and captivating tales. Listeners can expect a mix of comedy and drama, with episodes that bring back the feel of a time when families would gather to enjoy these narratives together. The host shares his personal anecdotes and insights, offering a unique connection to the rich history of radio broadcasting and making it particularly noteworthy for enthusiasts of classic media.
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