Goldie Original · Era throwbacks
1939
One year on the air — the world on edge.
A full year slice of 1939 radio: the last peacetime glow for some listeners, already tense for others. History you can hear.
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The Shadow
The Man Who Murdered Time
A syndicated version of the network program of January 1, 1939. A mad scientist, about to die, invents a time machine with the ability to repeat December 31st eternally. Since th
The Jack Benny Program
Goodbye 1938, Hello 1939
Cavalcade of America
John Honeyman
John Honeyman, a butcher in New Jersey, becomes an unlikely hero during the American Revolution by agreeing to spy for General George Washington. His mission is fraught with danger and the risk of being despised by his own community.
Lux Radio Theatre
Perfect Specimen
A multi-millionaire bred to be "a perfect specimen," takes off to be his own man and avoid his dominating grandmother. Dr. Floyd L. Ruch, an associate professor of psychology is i
The Lone Ranger
The False Outlaw
The Lone Ranger and Tonto encounter a U.S. Marshal hunting for the notorious outlaw Jet Grable. As tensions rise, Grable attempts to impersonate the Marshal to escape justice.
The Lone Ranger
Lafe Custer's Cattle
The Lone Ranger and Tonto intervene during a stagecoach robbery to deliver a crucial letter, aiming to protect rancher Leif Custer from his scheming brother Nate.
The Shadow
Island of the Devil
A prisoner thinks of nothing but revenge for twenty years, but the man carrying his pardon has been murdered! This being a synidcated pr0gram, the date above is subject to correct
The Jack Benny Program
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Cavalcade of America
Edward Bok
The episode tells the inspiring story of Edward Bok, an immigrant who rises from poverty through hard work and compassion, ultimately helping others achieve their dreams in America.
Lux Radio Theatre
Mayerling
The story of the doomed romance of Prince Rudolph of Austria and his love, a mere commoner. Well done melodrama! The intermission guest is Don Eugene Plummer, the oldest man in H
I Love a Mystery
Roxy City Mob Pt 2 of 14
Jack, Doc, and Reggie are cooling their heels in the Roxy jail. Jack is handcuffed and brought to the Mayor's office, where he's accused of murder. Then he's offered a job as the
I Love a Mystery
Roxy City Mob Pt 3 of 14
The three soldiers of fortune are thrown in jail for various reasons, which include two corpses. The mayor's beautiful daughter had been shot at too! The third show of the series
Fibber McGee and Molly
Missing Shirt Collar Button
Fibber McGee and Molly
Military Advisor for Army Maneuvers
The Lone Ranger
Indian's Beef
The Lone Ranger confronts rising tensions between white settlers and Native Americans in Red Bank, where misunderstandings and deceit threaten to ignite open conflict. He must uncover the truth behind the unrest to prevent war and restore peace.
The Lone Ranger
When An Innocent Man Looks Guilty
The Lone Ranger and Tonto investigate a robbery in Willow City, where a young man named Jack Ross is wrongfully accused of being an outlaw. The stakes rise as they work to prove Jack's innocence against mounting evidence.
The Lone Ranger
The Mystery Of Apache Valley
The Lone Ranger investigates the mysterious disappearance of Chinese workers in Stillwater, believing they deserve justice just like anyone else. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a sinister plot involving a dangerous gang and a hidden mine.
The Lone Ranger
Swindler Claims To Be Father
A rancher's adopted daughter is claimed by a man who asserts he is her biological father, leading to a tense confrontation over her custody and a large ransom demand.
The Shadow
Ghosts Can Kill
A mad-dog killer is executed, but swears revenge...and gets it! See cat. #7263 for the same program, sponsored by Blue Coal. The system cue has been deleted. Since this program
The Jack Benny Program
Jack's Screen Guild Theater Performance
Cavalcade of America
Stephen Foster
The episode explores the life of Stephen Foster, America's beloved ballad maker, highlighting his shy nature and musical talent. It reflects on his journey from a gentle child to a songwriter whose melodies became a cherished part of American culture.
Lux Radio Theatre
Front Page Woman
Cecil B. DeMille is recovering from an operation and speaks from a cot! The story of two reporters trying to outdo each other. The intermission guest is Floyd Gibbons (from New Y
The Lone Ranger
Wagon Train Escape
The Lone Ranger intervenes to protect a wagon train from outlaws while foiling a prison break by Billings. The stakes rise as Billings' associates plot to free him and exploit the settlers.
The Lone Ranger
Keeping Faith With General Custer
The Lone Ranger and Tonto race to deliver a crucial message from General Custer to Colonel Williams, as hostile Indians threaten the safety of the army and settlers in the West.
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