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Bud Abbott
Cecil B. DeMille
Gene O'Donnell
Lou Costello
Lynne Carver
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Prewar Nights
Before the war changed the dial (through 1941).
24 episodes
Shared stars, moods, and themes across the catalog
Suspense
A jeweler's million-dollar pearl necklace goes missing, leading to a tense investigation that reveals unexpected complications.
Ep 633 · Tuesday, January 17, 1956 · 30:18
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
The conclusion of the story. The questions and answers for the living, and for the dead! The final payoff, and death plays the last trump! A good story. The system cue has been
Ep 280 · Friday, December 9, 1955 · 14:32
Broadway Is My Beat
Detective Danny Clover investigates the mysterious death of Artie Blanchard, found dead under a theater marquee with pockets full of counterfeit money. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal among those closest to Blanchard.
Ep 152 · Saturday, February 14, 1953 · 29:17
Let George Do It
George Valentine travels to Istanbul to recover stolen Romany diamonds for a desperate diamond dealer. With a quarter million dollars at stake, he sets a trap using greed as bait.
Ep 294 · Monday, April 28, 1952 · 29:44
Richard Diamond, Private Detective
Richard Diamond investigates a blackmailer named Louis Dixon at the request of his client, Fred Lane, who wants to confront him without involving the police. The stakes rise as Diamond navigates the complexities of the case and the motivations behind Lane's request.
Ep 126 · Friday, March 14, 1952 · 29:31
Same series — shared cast and standout nights
Lux Radio Theatre
The classic western about a strong, silent type, who's fast on the draw when he has to be. Guest Sidney Skolsky does a funny "cowboy column."
Ep 105 · Monday, November 2, 1936 · 57:40
A comedy-romance about an impoverished Duchess and a bumbling waiter. Vince Barnett is interviewed (a character actor who bills himself as "Public Pest #1")
Ep 110 · Monday, December 7, 1936 · 61:23
An excellent drama of an English couple from 1900 to 1936, from the Boer War to the "present" day. Well done! Noel Coward speaks from his dressing room at the National Theatre in
Ep 113 · Monday, December 28, 1936 · 59:49
A beautiful pearl thief takes advantage of a British auto engineer on holiday....and then falls in love with him.
Ep 124 · Monday, March 15, 1937 · 59:59
A well-done dramatization of the story of love and death in Italy during the first war.
Ep 127 · Monday, April 5, 1937 · 60:55
A turbulent family drama about an overbearing mother and a son trying to find himself. Sarah Delano Roosevelt (mother of the president) is interviewed after the story.
Ep 133 · Monday, May 17, 1937 · 59:43
The third anniversary show of the series. A tearful story of mother love and sacrifice, "soon to be made into a radio serial."
Ep 145 · Monday, October 11, 1937 · 58:59
Lux Radio Theatre, Episode 321
Buck Privates
Monday, October 13, 1941 · 59:34
Two boys duck into a movie theatre to escape a cop, and find themselves in the pre-war Army.
Drama Desk
Character, craft, and living-room stage plays.
Early Forties
1940–1942: the hinge years.
The Forties
A whole decade on the dial.
Hour-Long Nights
When you want a full-length appointment.
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An Evening With Groucho
Groucho Marx shares humorous anecdotes about his encounters with priests, blending wit and charm in his storytelling. His experiences highlight the contrast between his comedic worldview and the solemnity often associated with religious figures.
Ep 36 · Saturday, May 6, 1972 · 2:00
Victor Borge Collection
Victor Borge entertains the audience with humor and music while reflecting on his time in America and the joy of performing.
Ep 5831 · Wednesday, December 23, 1953 · 10:07
Bright Star
Susan's cousin Emily arrives in Hillsdale, determined to maintain her romance with Peter Andrews, despite her family's wishes. As tensions rise, Susan and George scramble to keep the couple apart.
Ep 52 · Thursday, October 15, 1953 · 27:28
A drama of the home front, and the women who wait for their men. Cecil B. DeMille announces that the show has been named "Outstanding Dramatic Program" by Radio Daily magazine. T
Ep 467 · Monday, January 22, 1945 · 59:45
An unusual Lux presentation, in that it was based on Bob's book and not a motion picture. The story of Bob's trip overseas to entertain the troops during wartime.
Ep 465 · Monday, January 8, 1945 · 59:42
A melodrama of a love affair interrupted by the war and only slowed down by blindness. The program runs 62:30 and sounds on-speed. Perhaps it's a rehearsal. James Montgomery Fla
Ep 86 · Monday, June 22, 1936 · 59:33