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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 513

    Mar 3, 1947 · Mr Pullman's Palace Car

    In Mr. Pullman's Palace Car, George Fullman, a young railroad man, dreams of creating a sleeping car that offers comfort to weary travelers in the 1850s. As he travels from New York to Chicago, he encounters a tired family and realizes the dire need for better accommodations on t…

    28:54
  2. Ep 514

    Mar 10, 1947 · The Stirring Blood

    In The Stirring Blood, Dave Evans, a dedicated reporter, is determined to cover a significant medical breakthrough regarding erythroblastosis, a condition affecting newborns. Despite his editor's dismissal of the story as unworthy of the newspaper, Dave believes it could save liv…

    30:29
  3. Ep 515

    Mar 17, 1947 · The Man with Green Fingers

    In The Man with Green Fingers, Luther Burbank, portrayed by Lionel Barrymore, invites a young boy named Tad into his garden, sharing his passion for botany and the beauty of nature. Burbank's innovative approach to horticulture, where he aims to improve plants with the help of na…

    29:15
  4. Ep 516

    Mar 24, 1947 · The Man Who Stepped Aside

    In this episode of Cavalcade of America, William Henry Seward, portrayed by Thomas Mitchell, experiences the bitter disappointment of being overlooked for the presidency in favor of Abraham Lincoln. Set against the backdrop of a divided nation on the brink of civil war, Seward's…

    29:36
  5. Ep 517

    Mar 31, 1947 · Kansas Marshall

    In Kansas Marshall, Wyatt Earp, portrayed by Henry Fonda, rides into the tumultuous town of Wichita in 1874, hoping to leave his past as a lawman behind. However, the lawless environment is palpable, and Earp quickly realizes that his reputation precedes him. Local gunmen, partic…

    29:58
  6. Ep 518

    Apr 7, 1947 · That Skipper from Stonington

    In That Skipper from Stonington, Captain Richard Loper longs to follow in the footsteps of his father and grandfather as a whaler, but he is stuck managing a passenger packet in 1820. Despite the challenges of ferrying demanding travelers, he remains resolute in his dream of whal…

    29:51
  7. Ep 519

    Apr 14, 1947 · Peanut Vendor

    In Peanut Vendor, Amadeo Obesey, portrayed by Don Amici, embarks on his journey as a young Italian immigrant in America. Arriving in 1889, he is determined to make a life for himself and support his family back home. Amadeo's Americanization begins as he works hard in a grocery s…

    29:42
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Romance
    • Mistaken identity
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  8. Ep 520

    Apr 21, 1947 · The Doctor And The President

    In The Doctor and the President, Dr. Benjamin Waterhouse, portrayed by Douglas Fairbanks Jr., faces the daunting task of convincing a fearful public to accept smallpox vaccination in the early 1800s. With an epidemic threatening lives, Waterhouse addresses the town council, advoc…

    29:50
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  9. Ep 521

    Apr 28, 1947 · Frontier Widow

    In Frontier Widow, Ann Robertson Johnston arrives at Fort Caswell in 1776 after her husband is killed by Indians. Determined to stay and raise her children, she faces skepticism from the men at the fort who believe a woman cannot survive alone on the frontier. Ann insists on her…

    29:34
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  10. Ep 522

    May 5, 1947 · The School for Men

    In The School for Men, Jim Davenport arrives in Midvale to visit his brother, Jerry, a local detective. However, he quickly learns that the town is gripped by fear due to a string of murders, with the latest victim being a young woman named Mary Neville. As Jim offers his assista…

    29:40
  11. Ep 523

    May 12, 1947 · Page One

    In Page One, Joseph Pulitzer, portrayed by John Hodiac, arrives in America as a young immigrant eager to make his mark. After serving in the Union Army, he finds himself stranded with fellow veterans who have been swindled out of their money by a conman. As tensions rise among th…

    29:34
  12. Ep 524

    May 19, 1947 · Witness by Moonlight

    In Witness by Moonlight, Abraham Lincoln, portrayed by Joseph Cotton, finds himself embroiled in a tense legal battle to save a young man accused of murder. As the trial approaches, Lincoln is determined to uncover the truth behind the accusations against the boy, who insists he…

    30:04
    • Tense
    • Courtroom
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  13. Ep 525

    May 26, 1947 · Under the Big Top

    In Under the Big Top, Congressman John Kenna is torn between his responsibilities and his daughter's wishes. Set in 1877 Charleston, West Virginia, Kenna is busy preparing a crucial speech advocating for Charleston to become the state capital. His daughter, Margie, desperately wa…

    30:02
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  14. Ep 527

    Jun 9, 1947 · A Lady of Distinction

    In A Lady of Distinction, we meet Kerry Thomas, a determined young woman from a Quaker family who is passionate about proving her intellectual capabilities. Set in 1877, Kerry challenges the notion that women are inferior to men, particularly in education. Despite her mother's su…

    30:14
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Revenge
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  15. Ep 528

    Jun 16, 1947 · Woman Alone

    In Woman Alone, Alice Evans, portrayed by Virginia Bruce, sets off for Washington in 1910 to pursue her dream of becoming a bacteriologist. Leaving her Pennsylvania farm behind, she is filled with hope and trepidation about her future in a male-dominated profession. As she delves…

    29:36
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
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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.
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Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.