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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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1950

  1. Ep 673

    Nov 7, 1950 · Improvement Noted

    In the Cavalcade of America episode Improvement Noted, we meet a jeweler in Bangor, Maine, whose business is failing. The protagonist, burdened by debt and the looming presence of his ambitious brother Aaron, struggles with feelings of inadequacy as he prepares for an anniversary…

    29:55
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  2. Ep 674

    Nov 14, 1950 · Sir Galahad in Manhattan

    In Sir Galahad in Manhattan, Dr. J. Marion Sims, portrayed by Ray Milan, finds himself in a daunting situation as a newcomer to New York City in 1853. With no patients and dwindling hope, he meets Tilly, a maid in his boarding house, who becomes his first patient. As he learns ab…

    25:25
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  3. Ep 675

    Nov 21, 1950 · The Stepping Stones

    In The Stepping Stones, the DuPont Cavalcade presents a poignant tale set in 1620, focusing on the Pilgrims' journey towards establishing their own religious freedoms. The narrative centers around William Brewster, a key figure among the Pilgrims, who navigates the dangers of per…

    29:09
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Survival
    • Revenge
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  4. Ep 676

    Nov 28, 1950 · The Rose and the Thorns

    In The Rose and the Thorns, we meet Winnie Davis, the daughter of Jefferson Davis, who is torn between her love for Alfred and her duty to her family. Set in 1885, the story unfolds in New York City as Winnie writes a heartfelt letter to Alfred, revealing her decision to leave hi…

    26:24
    • Melancholy
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  5. Ep 677

    Dec 5, 1950 · The Grand Design

    In The Grand Design, Major Pierre Charles L'Enfant is tasked by President George Washington to create the plans for the new capital city along the Potomac River. As a Frenchman who fought alongside American forces during the Revolution, L'Enfant feels honored yet overwhelmed by t…

    30:02
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  6. Ep 678

    Dec 12, 1950 · Ulysses in Love

    In Ulysses in Love, we meet a young Ulysses S. Grant, portrayed by Ronald Reagan, as he rides through the woods near St. Louis in 1843. He encounters Emmy, an eight-year-old girl who believes she is lost. Their playful conversation reveals Emmy's longing for attention and affecti…

    30:06
    • Cozy
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  7. Ep 680

    Dec 26, 1950 · A Mockingbird Sang

    In A Mockingbird Sang, set during the Civil War in 1863, Lieutenant Beasley Nicholl is tasked with a perilous mission to infiltrate Union territory in Chattanooga. Disguised as a Union captain, he must gather intelligence for General Nathan Bedford Forrest while evading capture a…

    27:06
    • Tense
    • War
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller

1951

  1. Ep 681

    Jan 2, 1951 · An American from France

    In An American from France, we follow the journey of Eluthair Irine DuPont, a young man from France who is drawn to the ideals of liberty and opportunity in America. As he celebrates his 14th birthday, he receives a blessing from his father that emphasizes the importance of duty…

    27:44
  2. Ep 683

    Jan 16, 1951 · There Stands Jackson

    In the episode There Stands Jackson from Cavalcade of America, a grandfather recounts the remarkable life and military career of General Stonewall Jackson to his grandson while they fish by a serene Virginia stream. The grandfather reflects on Jackson's strategic genius during th…

    27:11
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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.
  • Ep 684

    Jan 23, 1951 · The Metal of the Moon

    In The Metal of the Moon, we follow the ambitious young chemist Charles Martin Hall as he navigates the challenges of his experiments in 1884 Oberlin, Ohio. After a disastrous fire caused by one of his experiments, Hall is banished from his attic laboratory by his father, but he…

    27:02
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 685

    Jan 30, 1951 · Keepsakes

    In Keepsakes, the audience is transported to the life of Abraham Lincoln, portrayed by Raymond Massey, as he interacts with a young girl who requests his autograph. This moment sparks a reflection on the keepsakes that hold memories and emotions, particularly those linked to Linc…

    28:43
    • Melancholy
    • Romance
    • Supernatural
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 686

    Feb 6, 1951 · Greeley of the Tribune

    In this episode of Cavalcade of America, titled Greeley of the Tribune, Brian Donlevy portrays Horace Greeley, the influential editor of the New York Tribune. Set in 1843, Greeley grapples with financial difficulties and the challenge of competing against rival newspapers. He rec…

    30:07
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Survival
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 687

    Feb 13, 1951 · Fiber 66

    In the episode Fiber 66 of Cavalcade of America, we follow chemist Steve Balfour as he joins a team at the DuPont experimental station in 1928. Under the guidance of Dr. Wallace Carruthers, they delve into fundamental research with the goal of creating a synthetic fiber that coul…

    26:22
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
  • Ep 688

    Feb 20, 1951 · Mary of Murray Hill

    In Mary of Murray Hill, set in September 1776, Mary Murray finds herself torn between loyalty to her husband Robert and her commitment to the revolutionary cause. While Robert insists on leaving for Philadelphia amidst the British bombardment, Mary reveals her secret as a rebel s…

    27:07
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Spy
    • War
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 689

    Feb 27, 1951 · The Case of Harold Thomas

    In The Case of Harold Thomas, a legal aid lawyer named John Harvey takes on the defense of Harold Thomas, who is accused of holding up a man at gunpoint. Thomas, a man with a criminal record, insists he is innocent and that the accusation stems from a personal dispute over a smal…

    24:49
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller