Classic Radio Rewind (Old Time Radio)

Classic Radio Rewind (Old Time Radio)

Classic Radio Rewind is a podcast that takes you back to the golden age of radio, when dramas, comedies, mysteries, and adventures filled the airwaves. Every week, you'll hear two hours of some of the best radio shows from the 1930s to the 1960s, featuring stars like Orson Welles, Lucille Ball, Jack Benny, and more. Whether you're a fan of old-time radio or just curious about the history of broadcasting, Classic Radio Rewind is the podcast for you. Tune in and enjoy the nostalgia of classic radio! Brought to you by the WOTR Radio Network! Home of 4 great live old time radio stations including Old Time Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA and the new Nightmare Radio USA!

Episodes

August 26, 2025 β€’ 5 mins

πŸŽ™οΈClassic Radio Rewind #77: Classic Radio Rewind Says Goodbye

In this final, brief episode of Classic Radio Rewind, Barry reflects on the journey of the podcast and shares the thoughtful decision to bring it to an end. 

Though the podcast is ending, the WOTR Radio Network remains alive and thriving with four dedicated old time radio stations streaming 24/7:

  • Old Time Radio USA &n...
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πŸŽ™οΈ Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 76: "The Red Skelton Show & The Whistler"

This week, we rewind to two unforgettable gems from radio’s golden age:

πŸ§₯ The Red Skelton Show – “Job Hunting”
Red’s back with his signature blend of slapstick and satire as Junior the Mean Widdle Kid tries his hand at employment—with predictably chaotic results. F...

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πŸŽ™οΈ Classic Radio Rewind — Episode 75 Featuring: The Burns and Allen Show – "Helping a Friend's Daughter" & Dragnet – "The Big Siege"

It’s a dazzling double feature from two corners of vintage radio greatness!

πŸ’« First up, George and Gracie dive headfirst into chaos in The Burns and Allen Show – "Helping a Friend's Daughter." With Gracie's signature logic ...

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πŸŽ™οΈ Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 74: The Green Hornet’s Double Sting

In this pulse-pounding edition of Classic Radio Rewind, we dig into the buzzing brilliance of The Green Hornet with two back-to-back thrillers that showcase justice at its sharpest.

πŸ•΅οΈ‍♂️ First up is "One Too Many Frame-Ups" (1946), where loyal Sentinel reporter Mike Axford is framed for murder. With th...

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πŸ•°οΈ Episode #73 – Safes, Science & Specters

On this hauntingly cerebral installment of Classic Radio Rewind, we crack open two chilling tales where logic battles madness and justice goes toe-to-phantom toe with revenge.

πŸ” Philo Vance Detective – "The Peacock Murder Case"
When wealthy David Peacock warns Philo Vance that his seemingly impenetrable safe may be compromised...

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πŸ•΅οΈ Classic Radio Rewind #72: “The Heat Wave” & “The Name of the Beast”

Get ready to sweat—this week on Classic Radio Rewind, we turn up the temperature with two unforgettable broadcasts from the golden age of radio!

🌑️ First, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe hits hard with “The Heat Wave” (1950), a sweltering noir that pits Marlowe against sun-scorched deception, ...

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πŸŽ™οΈ Classic Radio Rewind #71 – Laughter & Logic Collide This week, we’re blending comedy and cosmic curiosity with two unforgettable broadcasts from radio’s golden age!

🎭 The Martin and Lewis Show – Guest: Danny Thomas Get ready for a riot of laughs as Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis welcome fellow funnyman Danny Thomas. Expect musical numbers, zany sketches, and the kind of rapid-fire ...

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πŸŽ™οΈ **Classic Radio Rewind #70 – Rough Justice and Western Justice**  
Saddle up for another thrilling ride into the golden days of radio! In this episode, we feature two gripping tales from the frontier that pit outlaws against lawmen and justice against vengeance.

🌡 **The Cisco Kid – "The Claim Jumpers"**  
When a gang of ruthless opportunists tries to steal a hardworking prospect...

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Classic Radio Rewind #69 – Rocky Fortune & Dr. Christian In this episode, we dive into the salty suspense and small-town drama of vintage radio’s golden age.

πŸŽ™οΈ First up: Rocky Fortune stars Frank Sinatra as a street-smart drifter who lands a gig as an oyster shucker—only to uncover a plot as slippery as a shellfish in a tidepool. It’s tough talk, fast moves, and a shucking good mys...

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Episode 68: Midnight Secrets & Jack Benny’s Star-Studded Laughs

Step into the golden age of radio with two unforgettable classics! First, the eerie suspense of Murder at Midnight grips listeners in The Man Who Died Yesterday, a tale of deception, betrayal, and a shocking twist that will leave you questioning reality itself.

Then, get ready for comedy royalty as The Jack Benny Pro...

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Episode 67 of Classic Radio Rewind! This week, we bring you two thrilling adventures straight from the archives:

πŸ”Ή The Adventures of Frank Race – The Adventure of the Six Week Curse Frank Race, the globe-trotting investigator, uncovers a web of intrigue and danger in a case filled with mystery and deception. Will Race break the curse before time runs out?

πŸ”Ή Tales of the Texas Rangers – Apache Peak...

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πŸ” Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 66 πŸ”

Step back into the mystery-filled world of classic radio with two gripping tales of crime and suspense!

πŸ–ΌοΈ Crime Classics – "The Death of a Picture Hanger" A masterfully told true-crime story that unravels the eerie fate of a picture hanger caught in a web of deception and deadly consequences.

πŸ•΅οΈ The Fat Man – "The Nightmare Murder" J. Scott Smart take...

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Step intoπŸš€ Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 65 πŸš€ with two unforgettable episodes!
You Bet Your Life – "Secret Word is Hair" Groucho Marx is back with his signature wit, clever quips, and a whole lot of laughs! Can contestants keep their cool and win big when the secret word is revealed?
🌴 Tarzan, Lord of the Jungle – "Tarzan and the Hot Rod Kid" What happens when the jungle meets high-s...

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Classic Radio Rewind Episode 64: Murder and Espionage!

Step back in time with Classic Radio Rewind Episode 64, featuring two thrilling tales of crime and Cold War intrigue!

First, walk the beat with the detectives in "The Line Up" and their challenging "Paradise Murder Case." In this gripping police procedural, Lieute...

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This week on Classic Radio Rewind, Episode 62 delivers a dose of classic intrigue and speculative fiction! We begin on the rain-slicked streets with The Adventures of Sam Spade Detective in 'The Mad Scientist Caper.' Can Spade outwit a dangerously eccentric genius before it's too late? Then, brace yourself for a leap into the vast unknown as X Minus One presents 'Lulungameena.' What secrets and strange encounte...

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This week on Classic Radio Rewind, Episode 62 serves up a contrasting pair of radio gems! We start in the familiar, funny world of The Aldrich Family. What happens when wires get crossed about matrimony? Find out in the chaotic and charming episode, 'Marriage Mix Up'. But don't get too comfortable! Afterwards, we plunge into the shadows with Suspense and the enigmatic tale, 'Flame Blue Glove'. What dark secrets...

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In this captivating installment, we present two timeless gems: "Have Gun Will Travel: Three Bells to Perdido", where Paladin embarks on a perilous journey to rescue a kidnapped boy, brimming with intrigue and classic Western action. Next, prepare for suspense and drama with "The Sealed Book: Out of the Past", an eerie tale unraveling secrets long buried. Whether you're a devoted fan of vintage radio shows or ne...

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On Episode 60 of Classic Radio Rewind, we delve into one of the most acclaimed productions from the suspenseful anthology series, Escape. Join us for the compelling two-part adaptation of George R. Stewart's groundbreaking post-apocalyptic novel, "The Earth Abides." Follow the story of Ish, one of the few survivors of a devastating plague, as he navigates a silent world and contemplates the future of humanity. ...

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Classic Radio Rewind Episode #59: Crime and Intrigue with Boston Blackie & Phillip Marlowe
Get ready for a thrilling dive into the world of vintage crime dramas! In this episode, we bring you two riveting stories from the golden age of radio. 

First, join Boston Blackie, the suave ex-thief turned detective, as he unravels a cunning scheme in "Black Market Blackie". When a black-market racket th...

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In this episode of Classic Radio Rewind, we're bringing you two standout tales from the golden age of radio. First up is Let George Do It, featuring the audition episode "The First Client". Step into the world of George Valentine, a private investigator whose inaugural case is filled with twists, turns, and suspense that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Next, the spotlight shifts to The Char...

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