
Old Time Radio
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Classic radio programs from the Golden Age of radio.
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Duffy's Tavern: Part 4, 35 Episodes from Radio's Golden Age
BBClassicsCelebrity guests were frequently featured on the show, although they were usually drawn in by Ed Gardner's character, Archie, the tavern's manager. Archie frequently used muddled metaphors and malaprops in his communication, and he was prone to amorous blunders and get-rich-quick schemes. Over 16 hours of programming, originally aired from April 20, 1949, to March 16, 195122 views -
Duffy's Tavern: Part 5, 20 Episodes from Radio's Golden Age
BBClassicsCelebrity guests were frequently featured on the show, although they were usually drawn in by Ed Gardner's character, Archie, the tavern's manager. Archie often used muddled metaphors and malaprops in his communication, and he was prone to amorous blunders and get-rich-quick schemes. Over 16 hours of programming, originally aired from March 23, 1951, to December 28, 1951.12 views -
Life with Luigi: Part 7. 16 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsThe adventures of Luigi Basco, an antique shop owner and recent Italian immigrant in Chicago. In each episode, Luigi recounts his experiences in a letter to his mother in Italy. Over 8 hours of programming originally aired from April 29, 1952, to February 10, 19537 views -
Life with Luigi: Part 6. 25 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsThe adventures of Luigi Basco, an antique shop owner and recent Italian immigrant in Chicago. In each episode Luigi recounts his experiences in a letter to his mother in Italy. Over 12 hours of programming originally aired from October 2, 1951, to April 22, 19528 views -
Life with Luigi: Part 5. 25 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsThe adventures of Luigi Basco, an antique shop owner and recent Italian immigrant in Chicago. In each episode Luigi recounts his experiences in a letter to his mother in Italy. Over 12 hours of programming originally aired from January 23, 1951, to September 25, 1951.11 views -
Life with Luigi: Part 4. 25 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsThe adventures of Luigi Basco, an antique shop owner and recent Italian immigrant in Chicago. In each episode Luigi recounts his experiences in a letter to his mother in Italy. Over 12 hours of programming originally aired from October 2, 1951 to January 1, 1951.25 views -
Bobby Benson and the B-Bar-B Riders: 19 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsTwelve-year-old Bobby Benson inherited the B-Bar-B Ranch in Big Bend, Texas, following the deaths of his parents. As bandits and other evildoers attempted to cause issues for the ranch and its residents week after week, that development opened the door for adventures. His foreman, Tex Mason, assisted little Bobby.30 views -
Gasoline Alley: Part 2, 16 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsWith its comic book beginning, "Gasoline Alley" was a radio hit. Bill Lipton, Mason Adams, and Robert Dryden were among the cast members of the 1948–1949 syndicated sitcom Gasoline Alley. The Polka Dots, a harmonica ensemble, provided the opening theme music for the Autolite-sponsored program. Skeezix and his partner, Wilmer Bobble, operated the Wallet and Bobble Garage, a petrol station and garage, in the 15-minute episodes. This series ran on WOR in New York from July 16, 1948, to January 7, 1949.4 views -
Gasoline Alley: Part 1, 16 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsWith its comic book beginning, "Gasoline Alley" was a radio hit. Bill Lipton, Mason Adams, and Robert Dryden were among the cast members of the 1948–1949 syndicated sitcom Gasoline Alley. The Polka Dots, a harmonica ensemble, provided the opening theme music for the Autolite-sponsored program. Skeezix and his partner, Wilmer Bobble, operated the Wallet and Bobble Garage, a petrol station and garage, in the 15-minute episodes. This series ran on WOR in New York from July 16, 1948, to January 7, 1949. Over 4 hours of programming.4 views -
Aldrich Family: Part 3. 25 Episodes from the Golden Age of Radio
BBClassicsSam and Alice, their daughter Mary, and their son Henry made up the Aldrich family. Mary and Henry went to Centerville High School, Alice was a stay-at-home mom, and Sam served as the town's district attorney (Centerville). Henry had a friend named Homer. Henry's first girlfriend was Kathleen, but Eleanor eventually took her place. The principal of the high school was Mr. Bradley. Homer was Henry's "cohort in misadventure," and he was "trouble-prone" altogether. Alice would call, "Henry! Henry Aldrich!" at the beginning of each episode, to which he would respond, "Coming, Mother!" Over 11 hours of programming that originally aired from April 27, 1944 to February 3, 194922 views