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Exploring the Legacy of 'Alien Worlds': A Pioneer of Science Fiction RadioIn the late 1970s, a groundbreaking radio show captured the imaginations of science fiction enthusiasts with its innovative approach to storytelling. 'Alien Worlds' was a syndicated radio show that brought together a blend of captivating narratives, realistic sound effects, and high production values, setting a new standard for audio drama.Created by Lee Hansen, 'Alien Worlds' aired 26 half-hour episodes from 1978 to 1980. The show was ahead of its time, utilizing a documentary style of dialogue that immersed listeners ...

"The Zero Hour" (also known as "Hollywood Radio Theater") was an American radio drama anthology series that aired from 1973 to 1974. It is notable for being hosted by the legendary Rod Serling, best known for "The Twilight Zone."Here are some key details about the series:Host: Rod SerlingGenre: Mystery, adventure, and suspense anthology.Broadcast Period: September 3, 1973, to July 26, 1974 (two seasons). It debuted in syndication and was later picked up by the Mutual Broadcasting System.Format:Initially, stories were presented as five-part dramas, with a new chapter broadcast Monday through ...

"The Life of Riley" was a popular American radio situation comedy that aired from 1944 to 1951.The show centered on the everyday struggles and humorous predicaments of Chester A. Riley, a lovable but often clueless blue-collar worker (originally an aircraft plant riveter). Riley lived in Brooklyn, New York, with his sensible wife, Agnes (later Peg), and their two children, Junior and Babs.William Bendix starred in the title role of Chester A. Riley, a part he would later reprise in a successful television series. Other key cast members included Paula Winslowe as Peg Riley, John Brown (who ...

One of the swiftness radio series, the True Detective Mysteries program broadcast over CBS every Thursday evening, owes much of its popularity to the action which takes place in the studio. Reproducing as it does true stories of various police cases, it is often impossible to go into every detail of the story, and so far no one has actually been murdered in the broadcast: but when a struggle is indicated in the script the actors proceed to struggle; when the gong and siren on the police cars are heard, there are sirens and gongs in the studio.Staged under the direction of Charles Schenck, one ...

"The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok."Here's some information about it:Stars: It starred Guy Madison as Wild Bill Hickok and Andy Devine as his sidekick, Jingles P. Jones. Their partnership was a key part of the show's appeal, with Devine's distinctive raspy voice being particularly memorable.Air Dates: The radio series aired from April 1, 1951, to December 1954 on the Mutual Broadcasting System, and then in syndication from July 1955 to February 1956.Sponsor: The show was famously sponsored by Kellogg's cereals, who often featured images of Madison and Devine on their cereal boxes and offered ...

The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was an exceedingly popular Old-time Radio (OTR) show that aired in the United States, and starred Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce from October 1939 to July 1947. Edith Meiser, Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher wrote the episodes. Together, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce appeared in 220 episodes as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | PatreonRemember that times...

Bobby Benson and the B-Bar-B Riders is an old-time radio juvenile Western adventure program in the United States, one of the first juvenile radio programs. It was broadcast on CBS October 17, 1932 - December 11, 1936, and on Mutual June 21, 1949 - June 17, 1955. Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Podcast Service I Recommend https://redcircleinc.grsm.io/entertainmentradio7148Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically...

*Escape* was one of the finest adventure anthology series of the Golden Age of Radio. It specialized in high-stakes, suspenseful storytelling, often featuring protagonists in perilous situations—whether lost in the jungle, stranded at sea, or caught in espionage intrigue. Though it never achieved the same level of fame as *Suspense*, *Escape* was beloved by fans who appreciated its gripping narratives and atmospheric production. The show adapted works from authors like Rudyard Kipling, H.G. Wells, and John Collier, bringing literary adventure to life with top-tier voice acting and sound ...

"Big Town" primarily refers to a popular and long-running American radio drama series. Here's a breakdown:The Original Radio Series:Run Dates: It aired from October 19, 1937, to June 25, 1952.Premise: The show centered around the "Illustrated Press" newspaper in the fictitious "Big Town." The stories revolved around the crusading managing editor, Steve Wilson, and reporter Lorelei Kilbourne, as they fought corruption and exposed crime.Starring:Initially, the role of Steve Wilson was played by Hollywood star Edward G. Robinson from 1937 to 1942.Edward Pawley took over the lead role from 1943 to...

"This Is Your FBI" was a popular radio crime drama that aired in the United States on ABC from April 6, 1945, to January 30, 1953. It ran for a total of 409 shows.Here are some key facts about the show:Premise: The show dramatized actual FBI cases, with producer-director Jerry Devine given access to the FBI's closed case files by none other than FBI chief J. Edgar Hoover himself. Hoover reportedly endorsed the show, calling it "the finest dramatic program on the air."Narration: The dramatizations were narrated by Frank Lovejoy (1945), Dean Carleton (1946-1947), and William Woodson (1948-1953)....

Claudia, also known as Claudia and David, is an American old-time radio drama. One version was broadcast on CBS July 4, 1941 - September 26, 1941[1] and another was syndicated in 1947. Claudia and David were first heard on radio in a segment on the June 6, 1941, episode of The Kate Smith Hour. At that time, Claudia had just fallen in love with David. When Smith's program went off for the summer, the 10-minute segments were expanded to fill her time slot. The couple's wedding occurred on the July 11, 1941, episode. The characters first appeared in ten short stories by Rose Franken that were ...

District Attorney is a radio crime drama, produced by Samuel Bischoff, which aired on NBC and ABC from April 3, 1939, to June 13, 1952 (and in transcribed syndication through 1953). The series focused on a crusading D.A., initially known only as "Mister District Attorney," or "Chief", and was later translated to television.

Dick Powell starred in the Richard Diamond, Private Detective radio series as a wisecracking, former police officer turned private detective. Episodes typically open with a client visiting or calling cash-strapped Diamond's office and agreeing to his fee of $100 a day plus expenses, or Diamond taking on a case at the behest of his friend and former partner, Lt. Walter Levinson. Diamond often suffers a blow to the head in his sleuthing pursuits. Most episodes end with Diamond at the piano, singing a standard, popular song, or showtune from Powell's repertoire to his girlfriend, Helen Asher, in ...

Sir John Gielgud (Sherlock Holmes) and Sir Ralph Richardson (Dr. Watson) star in this old-time radio show dramatization of Sir Arthur Conan Doyles Sherlock Holmes detective stories. The programs aired in 1954 and 1955. There were 16 shows total in this radio series.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, ...

Counterspy was an espionage drama radio series that aired on the NBC Blue Network and Mutual from May 18, 1942, to November 29, 1957. David Harding was the chief of the United States Counterspies, a unit engaged during World War II in counterintelligence against Japan's Black Dragon and Germany's Gestapo. United States Counterspies was a fictional government agency devised by the program's creator, Phillips H. Lord after Lord "had a certain amount of difficulty with J. Edgar Hoover over story content in Gang Busters." Mandel Kramer played Peters, Harding's assistant.Listen to our radio station...

Adventures of the Abbotts also known as Abbott Mysteries. The Adventures of the Abbotts stars Claudia Morgan and Les Damon as the husband and wife detective team, Jean and Pat Abbott. In each episode, Jean helps her husband, a well-renowned San Franciscan private eye, to solve yet another mystery.❤️ Support & Listen🎧 Old Time Radio: https://link.radioking.com/otradio🌐 More classic shows: https://www.myclassicradio.net/⚠️ Listener DisclaimerThese programs were produced in a different era. Some content may not reflect modern standards or today’s politically correct values....

"Fort Laramie" was a notable old-time radio show that aired on CBS from January 22 to October 28, 1956. It was an "adult Western" drama, a subgenre that aimed for more realistic and psychologically complex stories than typical "white hat vs. black hat" Westerns.Plot Summary: The series depicted life at a U.S. Army post in the Wyoming Territory during the 19th century, a time of westward expansion and conflict with Native American tribes. It focused on the experiences of the officers and soldiers stationed at Fort Laramie, showcasing the challenges, dangers, and camaraderie of frontier military...

The Sea Hound is an American radio adventure series that ran from June 29, 1942, to August 7, 1951. It began on the Blue Network June 29, 1942 – September 22, 1944, as a 15-minute serial for young audiences, featuring Ken Daigneau as Captain Silver of the ship The Sea Hound. In 1946–47 it aired on the Mutual Broadcasting System. The program expanded to 30 minutes on ABC radio June 21–September 2, 1948, alternating with Sky King. It last aired June 26–August 7, 1951, on ABC.Between 1942 and 1944 the series was produced with Nelson A. Rockefeller's Office of the Coordinator of ...

Hobbs and Shelley were The Holmes and Watson of the BBC from 1952 to 1969. Many think they are still the definitive portrayals of the characters on the radio. The Hobbs' Holmes is logical and incisive, but does retain a sense of humor and an obvious affection for his chronicler.Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views...

"Arch Oboler's Plays" was a highly influential radio anthology series created, written, produced, and directed by the renowned American radio dramatist Arch Oboler. It was a groundbreaking show that showcased Oboler's unique and innovative approach to radio drama, often exploring themes of fantasy, science fiction, horror, and social commentary.History and Runs:The series had several distinct runs:NBC (1939-1940): The initial run aired on NBC from March 25, 1939, to March 23, 1940. This was a significant achievement for Oboler, as it was an experimental series given to a single playwright, an ...