Dwight Allen
Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio
Popular radio programs of the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s and 1960s
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Dwight Allen
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Latest episode
Jul 11, 2026
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Episodes
Let George Do It: The Barbara Eversall Case (06-14-1948) 08.03.2025 26:16
The American radio drama series "Let George Do It" aired from 1946 to 1954. It was the brainchild of Owen and Pauline Vinson. Bob Bailey was the star of the show, playing the role of George Valentine, a private investigator. In 1954, Olan Soule took over the voice role. David Victor and Jackson Gillis wrote the scripts, and Don Clark directed them. Initially, the episodes were more like...
Lights Out: Mungahra (10-27-1942) 07.03.2025 23:14
Lights Out: A Pioneering Horror Radio Show The radio show "Lights Out" captivated audiences with its chilling horror and suspense stories from 1934 to 1947, albeit with some interruptions. The initial run from 1934 to 1936 was followed by a hiatus, but the show's revival in 1942 reignited its popularity, solidifying its status as a prominent program in the genre. Groundbreaking Sound...
The Whistler: A Matter of Odds (05-11-1952) 06.03.2025 23:53
The Whistler was a long-running radio show that aired from 1942 to 1955. It was a popular suspense thriller that featured tales of mystery, intrigue, and the supernatural. The show's signature character was The Whistler, a mysterious figure who introduced each episode and provided commentary throughout. The Whistler was created by J. Donald Wilson, who also wrote many of the show's episodes. Wilso...
The Shadow: The Return of Carnation Charlie (02-04-1940) 05.03.2025 22:19
The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Walter B. Gibson in 1931. The radio drama, featuring...
Suspense: Case History on Edgar Lowndes (Thomas Mitchell, Donald Crisp) (06-08-1944) 04.03.2025 23:49
"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood actors of its era. With an...
The Green Hornet: Insane and Able (06-19-1940) 03.03.2025 24:00
"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante, and his partner Kato fighting crime. Britt Reid, related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew, used a secret passage in his apartment to access the "Black Beauty" car for their night missions. The series showcased a dynamic partnership between Britt Reid and Kato, with Reid exuding charisma as a busines...
The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Farmers Daughter Caper (09-03-1950) 02.03.2025 24:24
The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the character to life. The show's success led to Duf...
Let George Do It: The Martha Devorak Case (06-14-1948) 01.03.2025 25:15
"Let George Do It" was a compelling American radio drama series broadcast from 1946 to 1954. Created by Owen and Pauline Vinson, it starred Bob Bailey as private investigator George Valentine, later voiced by Olan Soule. The show transitioned from sitcom-style episodes to thrilling private eye stories, directed by Don Clark. George Valentine's services were advertised in the newspaper, and he work...
Lights Out: Poltergeist (10-20-1942) 28.02.2025 23:50
Lights Out: A Pioneering Horror Radio Show The radio show "Lights Out" captivated audiences with its chilling horror and suspense stories from 1934 to 1947, albeit with some interruptions. The initial run from 1934 to 1936 was followed by a hiatus, but the show's revival in 1942 reignited its popularity, solidifying its status as a prominent program in the genre. Groundbreaking Sound Design and Di...
The Whistler: Element X (04-06-1952) 27.02.2025 23:48
The Whistler was a long-running radio show that aired from 1942 to 1955. It was a popular suspense thriller that featured tales of mystery, intrigue, and the supernatural. The show's signature character was The Whistler, a mysterious figure who introduced each episode and provided commentary throughout. The Whistler was created by J. Donald Wilson, who also wrote many of the show's episode...
The Shadow: The Precipice Called Death (01-21-1940) 26.02.2025 23:26
The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Walter B. Gibson in 1931. The radio drama, featuring...
Suspense: Donovan's Brain, Part Two (Orson Welles) (05-25-1944) 25.02.2025 24:09
"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 to 1962, delivering heart-pounding stories with leading Hollywood actors. Over its lengthy run, approximately 945 episodes were aired, with over 900 still in existence, making it an enduring classic. The show evolved through phases, each with distinct hosts, sponsors, and director/producers, while maintaining a consistent form...
The Green Hornet: The Tax Racket (06-12-1940) 24.02.2025 25:55
"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante, and his partner Kato fighting crime. Britt Reid, related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew, used a secret passage in his apartment to access the "Black Beauty" car for their night missions. The series showcased a dynamic partnership between Britt Reid and Kato, with Reid exuding charisma as a busines...
The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Red Amapola Caper (05-21-1950) 23.02.2025 19:20
The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the character to life. The show's success led to Duf...
Let George Do It: The Peter Mirch Case (06-07-1948) 22.02.2025 26:20
"Let George Do It" was a compelling American radio drama series broadcast from 1946 to 1954. Created by Owen and Pauline Vinson, it starred Bob Bailey as private investigator George Valentine, later voiced by Olan Soule. The show transitioned from sitcom-style episodes to thrilling private eye stories, directed by Don Clark. George Valentine's services were advertised in the newspape...
The Adventures of Superman: The Mystery of Dyerville (03-25/27/29-1940) 22.02.2025 32:09
The Adventures of Superman radio serial, which aired from 1940 to 1951, featured the DC Comics character Superman. Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman first appeared in Action Comics #1 in 1938. The following year, the newspaper comic strip began and four audition radio programs were prepared to sell Superman as a radio series. Superman was first heard on the radio less than two year...
Lights Out: Revolt of the Worms (10-13-1942) 21.02.2025 21:16
Lights Out: A Pioneering Horror Radio Show The radio show "Lights Out" captivated audiences with its chilling horror and suspense stories from 1934 to 1947, albeit with some interruptions. The initial run from 1934 to 1936 was followed by a hiatus, but the show's revival in 1942 reignited its popularity, solidifying its status as a prominent program in the genre. Groundbreaking Sound...
The Whistler: Homecoming (03-30-1952) 20.02.2025 24:04
The Whistler was a long-running radio show that aired from 1942 to 1955. It was a popular suspense thriller that featured tales of mystery, intrigue, and the supernatural. The show's signature character was The Whistler, a mysterious figure who introduced each episode and provided commentary throughout. The Whistler was created by J. Donald Wilson, who also wrote many of the show's episode...
The Shadow: Murder In The Death House (01-07-1940) 19.02.2025 24:04
The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Walter B. Gibson in 1931. The radio drama, featuring...
Suspense: Donovan's Brain, Part One (Orson Welles) (05-11-1944) 18.02.2025 24:43
"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood actors of its era. With an impressive total of appr...
The Green Hornet: The Murder Ring (06-05-1940) 17.02.2025 27:18
"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante, and his partner Kato fighting crime. Britt Reid, related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew, used a secret passage in his apartment to access the "Black Beauty" car for their night missions. The series showcased a dynamic partnership between Britt Reid and Kato, with Reid exuding c...
The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Honest Thief Caper (05-13-1950) 16.02.2025 22:53
The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the character to life. The show's success led to Duff's nati...
Let George Do It: The Edith Wilder Case (05-31-1948) 15.02.2025 26:06
The American radio drama series "Let George Do It" aired from 1946 to 1954. It was the brainchild of Owen and Pauline Vinson. Bob Bailey was the star of the show, playing the role of George Valentine, a private investigator. In 1954, Olan Soule took over the voice role. David Victor and Jackson Gillis wrote the scripts, and Don Clark directed them. Initially, the episodes were more like...
The Adventures of Superman: "The Prison Riot" March 18, 1940 / "The Steam Plant" March 20, 1940 / "The Wolf vs the Yellow Mask" March 22, 1940 15.02.2025 30:49
The Adventures of Superman radio serial, which aired from 1940 to 1951, featured the DC Comics character Superman. Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman first appeared in Action Comics #1 in 1938. The following year, the newspaper comic strip began and four audition radio programs were prepared to sell Superman as a radio series. Superman was first heard on the radio less than two year...
1939-04-26 Devil's Due (04-26-1939) 14.02.2025 27:39
Lights Out: A Pioneering Horror Radio Show The radio show "Lights Out" captivated audiences with its chilling horror and suspense stories from 1934 to 1947, albeit with some interruptions. The initial run from 1934 to 1936 was followed by a hiatus, but the show's revival in 1942 reignited its popularity, solidifying its status as a prominent program in the genre. Groundbreaking Sound Design and Di...
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