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Crime Scene Investigation
Christmas
Bog-Oak Necklace
FBI
Murder
Cattle Rustling
Broadway
Crime
Jealousy
Gambling
Forensics
New York City
Nero Wolfe
Mystery
World Series
Juvenile Crime
Fingerprint Analysis
Ballistics
Blood Analysis
Irish Sweepstakes

Vintage Radio Shows brings you the golden age of entertainment with classic comedies, mysteries, dramas, westerns, and serials from the 1930s–1950s. Enjoy restored recordings from over 40,000 episodes of old time radio, plus historic newsreels, film serials, and vintage cartoons.

PublishesDailyEpisodes169Founded21 years ago
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Latest Episodes

The Six Shooter was a Western old-time radio program starring James Stewart as Britt Ponset, a wandering gunfighter and Texas plainsman. In "Gabriel Starbuck," Britt encounters an old friend who faces a difficult situation. Gabriel Starbuck is a 65-y... more

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe was a classic American radio mystery drama series featuring the eccentric, corpulent armchair detective Nero Wolfe who solved crimes from his New York brownstone. In "A Slight Case Of Perjury," a man acquitted of murd... more

Dragnet was a groundbreaking American radio series that revolutionized the police procedural genre, created and starring Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday. Known for its documentary-style realism and authentic portrayal of police work, this milestone ... more

Fibber McGee and Molly was one of American radio's most beloved and longest-running comedy series, featuring the domestic misadventures of a working-class couple living in the fictional town of Wistful Vista. In this March 28, 1939 episode, Fibber Mc... more

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Recent Guests

Fred Tibbets
The boy next door that Betty is infatuated with.
Episode: Father Knows Best -- The Boy Next Door
Mrs. Janie Collins
Host of the cocktail party and wife of Albert Collins
Episode: Nero Wolfe -- Party For Death
Mr. Albert Collins
Husband of Janie Collins
Episode: Nero Wolfe -- Party For Death
Mr. Joe Boyce
Business partner of Albert Collins
Episode: Nero Wolfe -- Party For Death
Mrs. Georgia Boyce
Wife of Joe Boyce and a guest at the cocktail party
Episode: Nero Wolfe -- Party For Death
Frank Martin
Portrays Jeff
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Jane Webb
Plays Kathy, the showgirl
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Episode: Let George Do It -- Cousin Jeff and the Pigs
Rena Craig
Plays Margie, the waitress who becomes Jeff's bride
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Ken Sears
Catcher for the New York Yankees and son of famous National League umpire Ziggy Sears.
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Host

Roy Rowan
Narrator and host who brings stories to life through vocal talent.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Love Vintage Radio Shows!!

    Nothing gets me going like some Vintage Radio Shows! Great memories of my youth. Thanks for being here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FBurek
    United States10 months ago
  • My Favorite App!

    This update is great! I was a big fan of the other version but this has over a thousand shows I can choose from and they all sound great! A real nice feature is sharing the shows with my family. I've sent about 25 already with people from work and family and they love them.

    I'm not sure about what the other reviewer was complaining about, Abbott & Costello, and all the other shows, play fine for me and I can't understand why anyone would rate this anything but 5 stars.

    Also nice is the abil... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sambaking
    Ireland16 years ago
  • Wow! Great shows

    Wanted to let u guys know that I have been enjoying your podcasts for a while!! You have one of the coolest web sites out there! Just downloaded your free iPhone app too! Bravo!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mia Meow
    United States16 years ago
  • great show

    I like your podcasts this month! Baby Snooks is hilarious and the quality is really good .. your podcast led me to your site and I love what you're offering .. both radio and video shows seem a great deal, so I signed up!! Great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VintageFan
    United States17 years ago
  • Nice collection

    I absolutely love the shows that you have here. A lot of variety and the quality of the shows is also good. By far one of the best OTR sites.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveOTR
    United States20 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the nostalgic charm and humor of the episodes, often reminiscing about their youth and the golden age of radio.
Many praise the quality of restored recordings, ensuring that the experience feels authentic and engaging, reminiscent of their original broadcasts.
The selection of shows provides a great variety, allowing audiences to explore different genres and styles from the past.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#61
South Korea/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#143
South Korea/Fiction

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Gunsmoke -- Ben Slade's Saloon
Q: Why did you kill four men?
Eve reveals her motivations stemmed from her desire for money, indicating a deeper layer of greed behind the killings.
Gunsmoke -- Ben Slade's Saloon
Q: Did she do it, Ramirez? Did your sister kill those men?
Ramirez defends his sister but ultimately reveals that she is actually his wife, complicating the situation further.
Gunsmoke -- Ben Slade's Saloon
Q: Where was she around 3 this morning?
Ramirez claims his sister was asleep, but Dillon suspects she may be involved in the murder.
Gunsmoke -- Ben Slade's Saloon
Q: Are you saying I killed him?
The inquiry leads to tension with Slade as Dillon questions him about his whereabouts and potential motives.
Lights Out -- Bon Voyage
Q: What will be next week's episode about?
Next week's episode, titled 'Come to the Bank,' follows a man's reaction to a mysterious woman asking him to visit a bank.

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Focusing on classic entertainment from the golden age of radio, the content features a wide array of genres including comedies, mysteries, dramas, and westerns from the 1930s to the 1950s. Episodes typically showcase restored recordings of popular vintage radio programs, allowing listeners to experience beloved stories and characters from a bygone era. The exploration across episodes not only highlights humorous sketches and thrilling narratives but also intertwines historic newsreels, film serials, and vintage cartoons, offering a unique multimedia experience for those fascinated by the past.

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Recent guests on VintageRadioShows.com include:

1. Fred Tibbets
2. Mrs. Janie Collins
3. Mr. Albert Collins
4. Mr. Joe Boyce
5. Mrs. Georgia Boyce
6. Frank Martin
7. Jane Webb
8. Rena Craig

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