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Anthology Drama · 1935–1953

Cavalcade of America

731 episodes · CBS, Blue NBC

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Cavalcade of America is a anthology drama radio series (1935–1953) on CBS, Blue NBC. Hosted by Channing Bonner.

Episodes

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  1. Ep 498

    Nov 18, 1946 · The Pinkerton Man

    In The Pinkerton Man, Alan Pinkerton, portrayed by Lee Bowman, embarks on a mission to solve a bank robbery and murder that occurred a year prior. As he travels to Columbia, Tennessee, he encounters various characters and begins to unravel the mystery surrounding the case. Despit…

    29:16
  2. Ep 499

    Nov 25, 1946 · Parade

    In the episode Parade from Cavalcade of America, we meet Peter Ferrick and his friend Clement, who arrive in America filled with hopes and dreams. Their journey begins with a military parade that symbolizes the promise of their new life. However, they quickly realize the challeng…

    29:35
    • Cozy
    • Survival
    • Romance
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  3. Ep 500

    Dec 2, 1946 · Mother of Freedom

    In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled Mother of Freedom, Anna Zenger chooses love over societal status by marrying John Zenger, a printer with no formal education. Together, they challenge the oppressive political climate of their colony, where the only newspaper serves…

    29:51
  4. Ep 501

    Dec 9, 1946 · Wings to Glory

    In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled Wings to Glory, we explore the life of John Joseph Montgomery, the first American to experiment with flight in 1883. Montgomery is driven by an insatiable urge to soar through the skies, despite the skepticism of those around him, i…

    29:09
  5. Ep 502

    Dec 16, 1946 · That Powell Girl

    In That Powell Girl, we meet Maude Powell, a young girl with a burning desire to play the violin, despite her parents' skepticism about her dreams. Set in 1876, the story unfolds in Aurora, Illinois, where Maude's talent emerges as she demonstrates perfect pitch, leading her moth…

    29:26
    • Tense
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  6. Ep 503

    Dec 23, 1946 · The Du Pont Chorus

    In this special Christmas episode of Cavalcade of America, the DuPont Chorus, composed of nearly 200 employees, presents a heartwarming program of Christmas carols. Under the direction of Daniel W. Boyer, the chorus showcases a variety of traditional songs, including 'Deck the Ha…

    28:49
    • Cozy
    • Romance
    • Supernatural
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  7. Ep 504

    Dec 30, 1946 · Rain Fakers

    In Rain Fakers, starring Burgess Meredith, the story unfolds around Walt Swanson, a dedicated meteorologist, who finds himself at odds with a charismatic rainmaker, Colonel Dazian. As drought threatens local farmers, the tension escalates between scientific forecasting and the du…

    30:15

1947

  1. Ep 505

    Jan 6, 1947 · The Woman on Lime Rock

    In The Woman on Lime Rock, Ida Lewis steps into the role of lighthouse keeper when her father suffers a debilitating stroke. As storms rage and fog envelops the ocean, her commitment to the lighthouse symbolizes resilience and bravery. The story unfolds in 1911, highlighting Ida'…

    28:31
  2. Ep 506

    Jan 13, 1947 · The Prairie Burner

    In The Prairie Burner, Cyrus Holliday dreams of building a railroad from Topeka to Santa Fe in 1866, but he encounters fierce resistance from local cattlemen who threaten his plans. Despite their warnings, he remains determined to push forward, even as financial backing proves el…

    29:00
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
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Can I stream Cavalcade of America free on Goldie?
Yes. Cavalcade of America episodes are free to stream on goldie.fm. Create a free account for unlimited listening; anonymous visitors get a daily sample stream.
How many Cavalcade of America episodes are on Goldie?
Goldie has 731 playable Cavalcade of America episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
When did Cavalcade of America originally air?
Cavalcade of America originally aired 1935–1953 on CBS, Blue NBC. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
Does Goldie include transcripts for Cavalcade of America?
Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.
  • Ep 507

    Jan 20, 1947 · Builder of the Soo

    In Builder of the Soo, we are introduced to Katie Burroughs and her new boarder, Charles Harvey, during a Thanksgiving dinner in 1852. Katie dreams of a canal that would connect Lake Superior to Lake Huron, a vision that is met with laughter and doubt from the men around her. How…

    30:05
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Supernatural
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 508

    Jan 27, 1947 · A Chance for Jimmy

    In A Chance for Jimmy, we follow Dr. Francis Henry Brown, portrayed by Basil Rathbun, as he navigates the complexities of child health in the aftermath of the Civil War. The story centers on a young boy named Jimmy, who falls ill, prompting the doctor to confront the dire state o…

    30:08
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 509

    Feb 3, 1947 · The Magnificent Failure

    In The Magnificent Failure, Josiah White, played by Burgess Meredith, is a visionary whose innovative ideas are met with ridicule by his contemporaries. Set in the aftermath of the American War of Independence, White believes he can solve Philadelphia's pressing water supply prob…

    30:11
  • Ep 510

    Feb 10, 1947 · The Voice of the Wizard

    In The Voice of the Wizard, Thomas Edison, portrayed by Dane Clark, faces the pressures of an upcoming banquet while struggling with his inventive spirit. His wife, Mary, played by Donna Reed, urges him to prepare, but Edison is distracted by a new invention that converts speech…

    29:31
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 511

    Feb 17, 1947 · Man Against the Mountain

    In Man Against the Mountain, Gustav Marsh, portrayed by Chester Morris, defies the ominous reputation of Mount Whitney as he proposes to build a trail to its summit. The villagers of Lone Pine, haunted by past tragedies linked to the mountain, are skeptical of his ambitious plan,…

    29:54
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 512

    Feb 24, 1947 · Abigail Opens the White House

    In Abigail Opens the White House, Abigail Adams, portrayed by Ida Lupino, finds herself at the center of a political storm in 1797. As her husband, President John Adams, grapples with the looming threat of war with France, Abigail's wisdom and conviction shine through. She confro…

    30:26
    • Tense
    • War
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller