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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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Anthology Drama · 1935–1953

Cavalcade of America

731 episodes · CBS, Blue NBC

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About this show

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

Episodes

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Ep 642
Feb 7, 1950 · The Thinking Heart
In The Thinking Heart, the DuPont Cavalcade of America celebrates the life of Abraham Lincoln through the lens of his relationship with Ann Rutledge, portrayed by Beatrice Pearson. As Lincoln, played by Raymond Massey, navigates his early years, he grapples with his fears, aspira…
29:45
Ep 643
Feb 14, 1950 · Enterprise USA
In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Enterprise USA, Dave Eaves comes home to Buchanan, Georgia, in 1945, eager to start anew after his Navy service. However, he discovers that many of his friends have left, and the land he dreams of cultivating is deemed unusable. Despite…
26:56
Ep 644
Feb 21, 1950 · Reveille
In the Cavalcade of America episode titled Reveille, the story unfolds in September 1777, where Dr. Benjamin Franklin is set to embark on a crucial mission from France to support the American colonies. As he discusses plans with a mysterious ally, General Washington faces the gri…
25:19
Ep 645
Feb 28, 1950 · Young Man in a Hurry
In Young Man in a Hurry, we follow Joe Gerber, a young immigrant who escapes the horrors of Hitler's concentration camps and arrives in America with dreams of becoming an engineer. With his mother by his side, Joe navigates the challenges of adapting to a new culture and language…
26:55
Ep 646
Mar 7, 1950 · Mr Peale and the Dinosaur
In Mr Peale and the Dinosaur, Charles Wilson Peel, portrayed by Claude Rains, seeks to propose to Elizabeth DePyster, played by Agnes Moorhead, shortly after the Revolutionary War. However, Elizabeth's skepticism about Peel's character and his many professions creates a comedic t…
30:06
Ep 647
Mar 14, 1950 · Crazy Judah
In Crazy Judah, Theodore Judah is a passionate engineer determined to create a transcontinental railroad that will connect the East and West coasts of America. As he travels from New York to Panama with his wife Anna, he faces the harsh realities of skepticism from others and the…
25:58
Ep 648
Mar 21, 1950 · I, Mary Peabody
In I, Mary Peabody, Mary Peabody feels overshadowed by her accomplished sisters, Sophia and Elizabeth, as she grapples with her painful shyness. Set in 1833 Boston, the story unfolds in a boarding house where Mary meets Mr. Horace Mann, a passionate educator who sparks her intere…
29:48
Ep 649
Mar 28, 1950 · General Forrest Rides Again
In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled General Forrest Rides Again, the crew of the liberty ship Bedford Forest navigates the perils of World War II as they carry a vital cargo of aviation gasoline and bulldozers. Officer Maury Reynolds anxiously awaits news of his broth…
29:55
Ep 650
Apr 4, 1950 · Decision in the Valley
In the gripping episode Decision in the Valley, Dr. Hunter Maguire, portrayed by Robert Cummings, is a surgeon in the Confederate Army during the Civil War. When he receives word that his sister is dying in Winchester, now occupied by Union forces, he is torn between his duty to…
27:16
Ep 651
Apr 11, 1950 · Citizen Straus
In Citizen Straus, Nathan Strauss, portrayed by Melvin Douglas, is a prominent department store owner in 1892 who becomes increasingly aware of the dangers posed by tuberculosis in milk. After a cow on his farm dies from the disease, Strauss embarks on a mission to uncover the tr…
26:51
Ep 652
Apr 18, 1950 · Lady of Johnstown
In the Cavalcade of America episode 'Lady of Johnstown,' we celebrate the life of Rose Knot, portrayed by Virginia Bruce, as she marks her 90th birthday surrounded by family. The gathering is filled with joy and nostalgia as Rose reminisces about her journey from humble beginning…
26:59
Ep 653
Apr 25, 1950 · The Firefly Lamp
In The Firefly Lamp, Wil Mahone, a pragmatic construction engineer, finds himself entangled in the enchanting yet eerie atmosphere of the Great Dismal Swamp. As he courts Otelia Butler, he grapples with the tension between his rational worldview and the supernatural tales surroun…
27:22
Ep 654
May 2, 1950 · I Can and I Will
In the episode I Can and I Will from Cavalcade of America, William Underwood, played by Lee Bowman, recounts his ambitious journey from England to America, where he aims to revolutionize food preservation with his innovative method of sealing food in jars. Arriving in New Orleans…
26:20
Ep 656
May 16, 1950 · The Sword of Kentucky
In The Sword of Kentucky, George Rogers Clark leads an expedition to secure the Northwest Territory during the American Revolutionary War. The story unfolds through the eyes of Polly Ann McChesney, who recounts her life in the new settlement of Louisville, Kentucky, and the chall…
26:52
Ep 657
May 23, 1950 · A Portrait of the Author
In this episode of Cavalcade of America, Mr. and Mrs. Jones are on their way to Monticello when they are caught in a sudden storm. Seeking shelter, they meet Mr. Burgess, the curator, who invites them into the historic home of Thomas Jefferson. As they explore the house, the coup…
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FAQ

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.

About this show

Episodes

Feb 7, 1950 · The Thinking Heart

Feb 14, 1950 · Enterprise USA

Feb 21, 1950 · Reveille

Feb 28, 1950 · Young Man in a Hurry

Mar 7, 1950 · Mr Peale and the Dinosaur

Mar 14, 1950 · Crazy Judah

Mar 21, 1950 · I, Mary Peabody

Mar 28, 1950 · General Forrest Rides Again

Apr 4, 1950 · Decision in the Valley

Apr 11, 1950 · Citizen Straus

Apr 18, 1950 · Lady of Johnstown

Apr 25, 1950 · The Firefly Lamp

May 2, 1950 · I Can and I Will

May 16, 1950 · The Sword of Kentucky

May 23, 1950 · A Portrait of the Author

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