
Decades ago, WRVO Public Media began broadcasting old-time radio with a small collection comprising 20 reel-to-reel tapes. Today the collection includes nearly 7,000 reels and over 20,000 broadcasts."Tuned to Yesterday" is public radio's premier old-time radio show, hosted by Mark Lavonier. The highest quality broadcasts are restored and played as they were heard years and years ago. You'll hear p... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 312 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsHistoryArts | |||

#1632, Mystery, Suspense “Blood on the Trumpet” 11/9/50 CBS, Let George Do It “A Piece of Publicity” 6/14/48 MBS.
Tuned to Yesterday features programs from radio's golden era. Drama, Comedy, Western, Sci-Fi and more. Produced by Mark Lavonier.
#1627, Science Fiction, Favorite Story “Dr. Heidegger’s Experiment” 3/18/48 NBC, X Minus One “Lulugameena” 5/26/56 NBC.
Tuned to Yesterday features programs from radio's golden era. Drama, Comedy, Western, Sci-Fi and more. Produced by Mark Lavonier.... more
#203, Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater “Death Talks Out of Turn” 6/20/44 NBC, The Whistler “Night Melody” 1/27/47 CBS.
Tuned to Yesterday features programs from radio's golden era. Drama, Comedy, Western, Sci-Fi and more. Produced by Mark Lavonier.
#860, Sitcom, Burns and Allen 5/29/47 NBC, Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet 11/21/48 CBS.
Tuned to Yesterday features programs from radio's golden era. Drama, Comedy, Western, Sci-Fi and more. Produced by Mark Lavonier.
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This series presents Old Time Radio Shows. It has a terrific selection! His selections cover a wide breadth of shows and styles. If you enjoy OTR you'll enjoy this collection.
Please don’t ever get rid of this program, it’s a wonderful look into the past!
It’s so real, educational and entertaining.
Thank you
So good. Thank you mark lavonier.
Some shows I enjoy for their quality, some for their social history, and I always appreciate Mr. Livonier’s background on the shows.
I am so glad that I don’t have to listen to Mark anymore now that I have found an app for my phone with all the old radio shows on it. I am not a fan of Mark never have been just think he is too conceited in the way he is.
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This show offers a nostalgic journey through the golden age of radio, presenting an extensive array of classic broadcasts that have been carefully restored for listeners. With nearly 7,000 reels and over 20,000 broadcasts, it showcases iconic programs from various genres, including dramas, comedies, and mysteries, such as 'The Whistler,' 'The Jack Benny Show,' and 'Gunsmoke.' Each episode is curated to provide not just entertainment but also a historical context, enhancing the experience for both longtime fans and new listeners alike. The host brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for old-time radio, making it an excellent resource for those interested in the cultural and historical significance of audio entertainment.
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Recent guests on Tuned to Yesterday include:
1. James L. Kraft
2. Dorothy Shea
3. Lana Turner
4. Jimmy Stewart
5. Myrna Loy
6. George Jessel
7. Joan Bennett
8. James J. Jeffries
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