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Goldie Original · Era throwbacks

1950

Midcentury turn — new decade, same speaker.

The first year of the fifties on radio: styles shifting, TV rising, and some of the medium’s last pure peaks.

24 on this page · 120+ matching in catalog

  1. Incredible but True

    The Man Who Walked Behind

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 3:11 · Ep 1

    Kathleen O'Rourke walks to the post office and encounters a mysterious man who seems to follow her. However, when she later asks her neighbor about him, Molly claims she saw no one.

  2. Planet Man

    Orbit the Moon

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 11:42 · Ep 2

    The crew of Earth's first rocket expedition faces a dire situation as they orbit the Moon, struggling to survive with a dwindling oxygen supply. Dantro, the Planet Man, arrives to help them escape their perilous predicament.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Supernatural
    • Crime
    • Sci-fi
  3. Planet Man

    Cosmic Communicator

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 12:01 · Ep 3

    Dan Troll, the Planet Man, races to Planaria Rex with Earth's first space expedition, facing a looming threat from the Martian dictator Marston. As they speed through space, they encounter a field of asteroids that could spell disaster.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • War
    • Sci-fi
  4. The Adventures of Frank Race

    36 The Adventure of The Pharaoh's Staff

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 26:54 · Ep 36

    Frank Race investigates the mysterious death of an ancient Egyptian king and the valuable artifacts found in his tomb, including a golden staff. As he travels to Cairo, he encounters intrigue and danger surrounding the artifacts' insurance.

  5. Our Miss Brooks

    Babysitting on New Year's Eve

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 29:33 · Ep 73

    A New Year's Eve story. Miss Brooks is stuck babysitting while everyone else is going out to a party. Motion Picture Daily and Fame magazines present an award to Eve Arden as the

  6. Whistler

    Evening Stroll

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 29:21 · Ep 396

    Professor Malcolm Dunn enjoys a quiet New Year's Eve stroll when he encounters a student, Midge Crandall, who reveals her feelings for him. Their conversation takes a dark turn when an accidental shooting occurs, leading to a web of rumors and potential scandal.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  7. The Jack Benny Program

    Jack Can't Make Mary's Party and Is Stood up by His Date

    Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 29:30 · Ep 714

  8. Candy Matson, Yukon 28209

    NC9-8012

    Monday, January 2, 1950 · 29:42 · Ep 27

    Candy Matson takes on a case involving an aviation insurance adjuster who suspects foul play in a plane crash that killed a woman. As she investigates, she uncovers a sinister plot tied to a previous incident.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  9. Let George Do It

    Needle In The Haystack

    Monday, January 2, 1950 · 29:06 · Ep 173

    George Valentine investigates the theft of twelve unique roses, which are crucial to Ferdinand Vase's life work. The stakes rise as the New Year approaches and time runs out to recover the stolen flowers.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  10. I Love a Mystery

    Temple Of Vampires Pt 1 of 20

    Monday, January 2, 1950 · 14:56 · Ep 1950010201

    While flying over the Central American jungles, the three adventures discover a stowaway. The program closing has been deleted. The story line was previously used on the series f

  11. Escape

    The Pistol

    Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 29:30 · Ep 92

    In The Pistol, a man seeks adventure in the California gold fields but finds himself entangled with a double-crossing dance hall queen and a deadly rivalry. As tensions rise, he must navigate betrayal and revenge in a lawless land.

    • Tense
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Noir
  12. Mr. and Mrs. North

    Accidents on the Ice-Rink (aka - Filed Skate) [AFRS]

    Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 23:47 · Ep 339

    Mr. and Mrs. North investigate a series of suspicious accidents at an ice rink that may be attempts on a skater's life. As they dig deeper, they uncover a web of deceit involving family ties and inheritance.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  13. Fibber McGee and Molly

    At Aunt Sarah's

    Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 29:41 · Ep 606

    A day at wealthy Aunt Sarah's. The closet is heard.

  14. Cavalcade of America

    The Incomparable Doctor

    Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 26:30 · Ep 637

    In The Incomparable Doctor, Benjamin Franklin navigates a critical moment in American history as he prepares for a pivotal meeting with British General Howe. The stakes are high as Franklin seeks to balance diplomacy and the ideals of independence.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  15. I Love a Mystery

    Temple Of Vampires Pt 2 of 20

    Tuesday, January 3, 1950 · 13:19 · Ep 1950010302

    A crash in the jungle. The program open and close were dubbed in from another program, the recapitulation has been deleted. The story line was previously used on the series from

  16. The Lone Ranger

    A Look to the Future

    Wednesday, January 4, 1950 · 23:19 · Ep 2647

    The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate the murder of Miser Marks, who is targeted by robbers seeking his hidden cash and bonds. As they unravel the plot, they must outsmart the criminals to bring justice.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Western
  17. Dragnet

    Max Tyler - Escaped Convict

    Thursday, January 5, 1950 · 29:18 · Ep 32

    Sergeant Friday investigates the case of Max Tyler, a friend who has turned to crime and shot a police officer during a jewelry heist. The stakes rise as Friday must confront his past relationship with Tyler while pursuing justice.

  18. Suspense

    I Never Met the Dead Man

    Thursday, January 5, 1950 · 30:02 · Ep 366

    A truck driver is wrongfully accused of murder after witnessing a shooting on New Year's Day. He must navigate the police investigation while trying to clear his name.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  19. Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons

    The Case of the Rushville Murder

    Thursday, January 5, 1950 · 29:47 · Ep 1272

    Mr. Keen investigates a murder linked to a dangerous escaped patient from a mental hospital. The stakes rise as he uncovers the truth behind the tragic death of Dr. Prentice's daughter.

  20. Richard Diamond, Private Detective

    Butchers and Protection Racket

    Saturday, January 7, 1950 · 29:31 · Ep 37

    Richard Diamond takes on a case from an Italian butcher who seeks help against a violent protection racket threatening local shops. As tensions rise, Diamond must navigate the dangerous world of organized crime while using his wits and fists.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Blackmail
    • Mystery
  21. Philip Marlowe, The Adventures of

    The Torch Carriers

    Saturday, January 7, 1950 · 30:36 · Ep 66

    Philip Marlowe encounters a frightened woman in a bar who is entangled with a dangerous man. As he investigates her situation, he uncovers a web of deceit surrounding a missing bracelet.

  22. Incredible but True

    Water Water Everywhere

    Sunday, January 8, 1950 · 3:11 · Ep 2

    Captain Neil Currie and his crew face a catastrophic fire at sea, leading them to a miraculous discovery that could save their lives.

    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  23. The Adventures of Frank Race

    37 The Adventure of The House Divided (2)

    Sunday, January 8, 1950 · 26:50 · Ep 37

    Frank Race finds himself embroiled in danger when he encounters an old acquaintance, Tom Crowell, who is being pursued for a mysterious package. After a violent confrontation, Race discovers Crowell has been killed, leaving him to deliver the package and uncover the truth.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
  24. Our Miss Brooks

    Board of Education Day

    Sunday, January 8, 1950 · 30:37 · Ep 74

    "What The Board Of Education Means To Me." Walter's essay and Mr. Conklin's deafness. A funny show! The script was re-used on the program of February 26, 1956.

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