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Published June 11, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

Johnny Chase: Agent of Space – CBC’s Forgotten Space Opera

Johnny Chase: Agent of Space – CBC's Forgotten Space Opera Trivia: The show's theme music was composed by Canadian progressive-rock band FM! From Air Farce to Outer Space Before becoming a staple

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Published June 05, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

Don’t Panic: The Definitive Guide to BBC’s Hitchhiker’s Radio Saga

Don't Panic: The Definitive Guide to BBC's Hitchhiker's Radio Saga Did You Know? The series was the first BBC radio comedy recorded in stereo—with sound effects mixed *live* using tape loops strung

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Vintage Radio Sci-Fi Comedy BBC Douglas Adams Audio Drama 1970s Culture

Published May 05, 2025 by Rumsey Retro Radio

Soundings: Jeff Green’s Visionary Radio Sci-Fi Universe

Soundings: Jeff Green's Visionary Radio Sci-Fi Universe Did You Know? The series was recorded using binaural audio technology for immersive 3D soundscapes! Ottawa's Answer to Twilight Zone Produced

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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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