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Published May 22, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

Dark Knight of the Airwaves: The Batman Audio Dramas

Dark Knight of the Airwaves: The Batman Audio Dramas Did You Know? The 1950s Batman audio shows introduced the Batcave's grandfather clock entrance years before it appeared in comics! Gotham in Your

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Published May 17, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

American Radio Theater: Reviving the Golden Age of Audio Drama

American Radio Theater: Reviving the Golden Age of Audio Drama Did You Know? ART has brought over 100 "lost" radio plays back to life through meticulous script recreations! Bridging Classic and

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Published May 03, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

5 Forgotten 1940s Radio Shows That Deserve a Revival

5 Forgotten 1940s Radio Shows That Deserve a Revival Tip: Click the show titles below to hear these vintage gems on Archive.org! 1. "The Cinnamon Bear" (1937) A whimsical Christmas adventure with a

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Published May 02, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

Jim Jordan, Marion Jordan, and the Creation of Fibber McGee & Molly

Fibber McGee & Molly: Radio's First Power Couple Trivia: Each closet crash required 29 seconds of precisely timed sound effects! From Vaudeville to Radio Royalty Peoria natives Jim and Marion

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Uncover crackling tales from radio’s golden era! This blog revives forgotten 1940s–50s audio dramas—spine-tingling mysteries, whimsical adventures, and hardboiled detective tales—with links to listen for free. Perfect for OTR collectors, podcast lovers, and anyone who believes stories sound better with a little static.
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