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The Good Old Days of Radio Show

John Tefteller
Murder
The City Of the Dead
Carlton E. Morse
Dimension X
Captain Friday
Grave Robbing
Adventures By Morse
Dr. Tooner
City Of the Dead
Maxwell House Coffee
Mystery
Phyllis Carroll
Jimmy Parker
Jack Benny
The Stan Freberg Show
W.C. Fields
X Minus One
Comedy
Hallucination Orbit
Bob and Ray

Legendary radio collector John Tefteller presents the best of mystery, comedy, horror, and adventure stories, produced by the greatest writers, directors, composers, and stars.

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This week, we’re back in the world of Crime Classics with another offbeat entry, “The Triangle on the Round Table.” Host John Tefteller is joined by Karl Schadow and Steven C. Smith to dig into this 1953 episode, which takes the familiar legend of Ki... more

Today, John Tefteller sits down with Jerry Haendiges, one of the true pioneers of vintage radio collecting and preservation. Jerry takes you back to the very beginning, when he was literally rescuing transcription discs from radio stations in 1965, b... more

This week, we continue our look at the brilliant and often overlooked series Crime Classics. Host John Tefteller is joined again by experts Karl Schadow and Steven C. Smith to spotlight the August 1953 episode "Your Loving Son, Nero." They dig into t... more

Ready for a little St. Patrick’s Day time travel? Today we are bringing you a 1949 broadcast made for St. Patrick’s Day, hosted by Ray Milland and starring Edmund Gwenn as the storyteller. The story is a whimsical fable called “The Leprechaun Who Did... more

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Recent Guests

Jerry Haendiges
Pioneer West Coast radio collector and friend of John Tefteller
Sperdvac / West Coast old-time radio community
Episode: Episode 476: The Shadow & Blondie
Karl Schadow
Expert researcher in vintage radio
Episode: Episode 475: Crime Classics: Your Loving Son, Nero
Steven C. Smith
Author of Hitchcock and Herman
Episode: Episode 475: Crime Classics: Your Loving Son, Nero
Deems Taylor
Distinguished composer and music commentator
Episode: Episode 466: It Pays To Be Ignorant
Joan Benny
Daughter of Jack Benny
Episode: Episode 450: Christmas 1949: The Jack Benny Show
Lula McConnell
A guest on 'It Pays to Be Ignorant', known for her humorous remarks in a radio quiz format.
Episode: Episode 434: It Pays To Be Ignorant
Mary Vale
Another guest on the episode who engages with the humor and quiz format.
Episode: Episode 434: It Pays To Be Ignorant
George Shelton
A guest known for his laid-back humor and interactions during the quiz segments.
Episode: Episode 434: It Pays To Be Ignorant
Harry McNaughton
A celebrated author featured as a contestant in the quiz.
Episode: Episode 434: It Pays To Be Ignorant

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John Tefteller
Host of The Good Old Days of Radio Show; legendary radio collector and curator of vintage programs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • 🙏

    This is truly an amazing podcast. The history is rich and I can’t thank you enough for sharing these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listener1879
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast

    Knowledgeable host and a niceselection and variety of shows, including some very rare material. The interviews are great and add a lot of context though sometimes the host interrupts the guests too much.

    Overall, great for the hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thebigrb
    United States3 months ago
  • So glad I found this podcast!!

    So much fun and such an extensive collection of amazing old time radio shows! Mr Tefteller shares his collection his love and knowledge of of these amazing shows! Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jumbosity
    United States7 months ago
  • Curated OTR

    John Tefteller is a longtime old time radio expert and his knowledge shines through in his brief and pleasant introductions to the radio programs he curates for our listening pleasure. He by no means hogs the spotlight, instead deferring to the charms of the great stars. The sound quality is very good which is essential when discovering OTR. Recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maliejandra
    United Statesa year ago
  • So fun!

    Thanks for all the work you do to preserve the past. This is a great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daddy-Pops
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and topics are seen as informative without overwhelming the listener with sentiment.
Fans highlight the show's nostalgic, authoritative take on classic radio.
Listeners praise the host's encyclopedic knowledge and curated collections.
Many appreciate the sound quality and preservation focus for rare material.

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Episode 476: The Shadow & Blondie
Q: How did Sperdvac get started and who were the key people involved?
Jim Coolitz and Kevin Stern approached the host with the idea, and after discussions in the host's office, Sperdvac was born from their efforts to preserve old radio programs and create a dedicated community.
Episode #470: The Case of the Concerto of Death
Q: Why are there only a handful of Mr. District Attorney episodes available today?
A combination of archive losses, fires, and storage choices—especially in New York—meant many recordings were discarded or never preserved, leaving only a few surviving episodes.
Episode #473: Crime Classics: Twenty Three Knives Against Caesar
Q: What's special about the Julius Caesar episode from a production standpoint?
The use of a small ensemble to create expansive Roman soundscapes, with three percussionists and careful orchestration to evoke scale, helped the show convey epic moments on radio.
Episode #473: Crime Classics: Twenty Three Knives Against Caesar
Q: How did Bernard Herrmann come to score Crime Classics?
A CBS executive suggested Herrmann because he could do a lot with little, and the collaboration grew from a long-standing relationship and Herrmann's willingness to experiment within budget constraints.
Episode #473: Crime Classics: Twenty Three Knives Against Caesar
Q: What makes Crime Classics stand out in radio history?
Karl and Steven describe the show as a blend of true-crime storytelling with satirical, Hitchcockian humor, and highlight Bernard Herrmann's innovative yet economical scoring that could evoke epic moods with a small ensemble.

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What is The Good Old Days of Radio Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A curated spotlight on vintage radio, with deep dives into classic mystery, comedy, horror, and adventure programs hosted by a renowned radio collector. Episodes blend production history, musical analysis, and contextual storytelling, often featuring archival hosts and guests who illuminate original broadcasts, preservation efforts, and the era's cultural footprint. Notable strengths include encyclopedic knowledge, thoughtful curation of rare material, and a strong emphasis on sound design and historical context, making it compelling for fans of archival media and media history. Potential listeners include collectors, researchers, and PR/advertising professionals seeking authentic, well-researched nostalgia content with practical preservati... more

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1. Jerry Haendiges
2. Karl Schadow
3. Steven C. Smith
4. Deems Taylor
5. Joan Benny
6. Lula McConnell
7. Mary Vale
8. George Shelton

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