Goldie Original · Era throwbacks
Early Forties
1940–1942: the hinge years.
From peacetime drama into the first wartime seasons — radio at the hinge of the decade.
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Suspense
The Hitch-Hiker
A motorist traveling cross-country picks up a mysterious hitchhiker, leading to a chilling and unsettling experience that tests his sanity.
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 07
The phony dog trainer turns out to be a Nazi spy! The end of the adventure.
The Lone Ranger
Murder Will Out
The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate a murder disguised as a suicide, linked to a plot to steal hidden Indian gold. Young Dan Reid, the Lone Ranger's nephew, is eager to uncover the truth and a surprise awaiting him at Mustang Mag's ranch.
Cavalcade of America
The Eagle's Nest
In The Eagle's Nest, the story of Giuseppe Garibaldi, the Italian liberator, unfolds as his legacy inspires modern Italians to resist tyranny. The stakes rise when a prisoner faces execution for signaling to American planes, igniting a discussion of bravery and freedom.
Whistler
Double-Cross
On Christmas Eve in New York, Joe Blake is accused of robbing a department store safe while caring for his young nephew. As tensions rise, Joe must prove his innocence and protect his family from danger.
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 06
Clark Kent discovers that a famous British dog trainer is really an imposter. What is his connection with the mystery ship?
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 05
Lois Lane is captured by the old man of the seaweed! Another strange person appears!
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 04
A strange old man is discovered, all covered in seaweed! He promptly changes into a pile of real seaweed!
The Lone Ranger
Murder's Pay-off
The Lone Ranger and Tonto race against time to save an innocent boy, Mark Sanders, from execution after a dying outlaw confesses to framing him for murder. The stakes rise as they confront the real killer before it's too late.
The Lone Ranger
A Nephew Is Found
Dan Reid's grandmother reveals her past and the truth about his family lineage, connecting him to the legendary Lone Ranger. As she prepares for her final journey, she asks Dan to find the masked hero.
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 02
The tanker seems to be deserted, but then a scream is heard in the fog!
The Adventures of Superman
The Mystery Ship - Pt 01
,The first episode of the adventure. The submarine is wrecked by a tanker...which seems to be deserted!
The Lone Ranger
Dan's Strange Behavior
Dan Reid struggles with a personal crisis that prevents him from assisting the Lone Ranger in capturing a dangerous outlaw named Higgins. The stakes rise as his grandmother's health deteriorates, forcing him to choose between family loyalty and justice.
Suspense
Two Sharp Knives
In a small town, an assistant police chief unexpectedly finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation involving a wanted man. As the stakes rise, he must navigate the complexities of crime and deception.
Cavalcade of America
A Child Is Born
In A Child Is Born, a couple grapples with their struggles in a troubled land as they prepare for a visit from the prefect. Amidst the challenges of their occupied country, they find hope in the miracle of a child's birth.
The Adventures of Superman
Lost Continent of Atlantis - Pt 08
Superman battles the giant octopus while the submarine springs a leak!
The Lone Ranger
Law of the Apex
The Lone Ranger and Tonto discover a wounded Blackfoot Indian, leading them to uncover a plot to incite violence against the tribe. They must navigate the tensions between settlers and Native Americans to prevent a war.
The Adventures of Superman
Lost Continent of Atlantis - Pt 07
The submarine is threatened by a giant octopus...and Superman is unable to help!
The Lone Ranger
Rope's End
The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate the murder of an old prospector, Joshua Lemp, who is killed for his hidden gold. As they delve into the mystery, they find themselves framed for the crime.
The Adventures of Superman
Lost Continent of Atlantis - Pt 05
Superman brings Jimmy Olsen to the doctor in time to save his life. How will Superman return to the submarine without revealing his secret identity?
The Lone Ranger
Design for Murder
The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate the murder of Old Mac, who was shot for his silver bullet. They discover that Dan, the Ranger's young friend, has been kidnapped as bait to lure the Ranger into a trap.
Suspense
Till Death Do Us Part
A professor grapples with dark thoughts of murder and betrayal as he suspects his wife may be involved with a young American. The stakes rise in their isolated cottage as tensions escalate.
The Adventures of Superman
Lost Continent of Atlantis - Pt 04
The Nazis take over Professor Leander Cameron's submarine, but Superman lifts the U-Boat out of the water. Jimmy Olsen's life is in danger!
Cavalcade of America
The Man Who Wouldn't Be President
In The Man Who Wouldn't Be President, Daniel Webster faces disappointment as he learns he will not receive the presidential nomination from the Whig party. As he grapples with this setback, he contemplates his future in politics and the ambitions he shares with his wife, Caroline.
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