Old Time Radio Shows

  Les Damon in Old Time Radio : A hard-working actor, Les Damon seemed more dedicated to Radio than furthering his Movie career The Radio Industry rose on the fame and attraction of Hollywood A-Listers who took time from their busy schedules to appear (usually with a healthy compensation) on the Air. However, the backbone of the Radio Business as the community of "Radio Row" players who commuted from microphone to microphone, appearing on several shows each week (often, several each day). For most of these players, acting began as a passion, but they ultimately kept at the demanding profession to pay the bills. One of the more prolific Radio Row Players was Providence, Rhode Island native Les Damon . Born on March 31, 1908, Lester Joseph Damon would matriculate at Brown University before taking up acting professionally. Damon began working with a series of stock theater companies in 1930. This meant acting in various roles on different stages in different towns, often a new t...

There are several apps available that offer free access to old-time radio shows.  While free apps can be convenient and offer useful functionality, be aware of potential risks and dangers that may come with them. Common concerns associated with free apps: Privacy Issues: Free apps often rely on advertising and data collection as a means of generating revenue. Some apps may collect and share your personal information, such as your location, browsing habits, and device identifiers, with third parties without your explicit consent. This can lead to targeted advertising, unwanted tracking, or even data breaches. Malware and Security Risks: Free apps may contain malware or malicious code that can compromise the security of your device. These apps can be designed to steal personal data, inject unwanted advertisements, or even take control of your device. It's important to download apps from trusted sources and be cautious of suspicious permissions or excessive requests for access to you...

These well-known voice actors from old time radio who voiced cartoon characters, along with their birth and death dates, the old time radio shows they appeared in, and the animations they are known for: Mel Blanc (May 30, 1908 - July 10, 1989):  voiced Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and many other classic Warner Bros. cartoon characters. He was also a regular on the radio programs " The Jack Benny Program " and " The Burns and Allen Show ." June Foray (September 18, 1917 - July 26, 2017):  voiced Rocky the Flying Squirrel and Natasha Fatale in "Rocky and His Friends" and "The Bullwinkle Show." She also appeared on several old time radio shows, including " The CBS Radio Workshop ." Bill Scott (August 20, 1920 - November 29, 1985):  voiced Bullwinkle J. Moose and Dudley Do-Right in "Rocky and His Friends" and "The Bullwinkle Show." He also appeared on the old time radio show " The Fred Allen Show ....

Those of us who grew up in the Rock and Roll era don't really appreciate what a labor intensive endeavor the Big Band sound was. In both cases, the music found its audience over the radio, but the delivery was completely different. Rock and Roll has similar roots with Big Band, both coming to us through the "whitening" process of African American Jazz and Blues. Rock was usually the product of a four or five person band who would cut a record and then a disc jockey would play it on a local radio station. Big Band music was performed live over the networks.  Although the Big Bands made "more expensive" music, it was the sound of the OTR era, especially the War years. Rather than the four to five piece combos that formed Rock Bands, a typical Big Band Orchestra would have 17 or more individual players. However, the publicity usually went to the band leader whose name was on the outfit. To a certain extent, the players of the individual instruments were interchan...

Listening to old-time radio shows can be a wonderful experience that takes you back in time . Here are several ways you can enjoy these classic broadcasts: Online Radio Archives: Many websites provide extensive collections of old-time radio shows. Websites like Old Time Radio Downloads , and Old Time Radio Network offer a wide variety of shows across different genres. You can stream or download the episodes directly from these websites. Streaming Services: Some streaming platforms offer curated collections of old-time radio shows. You can search for specific shows or browse through their playlists to find classic broadcasts. Radio Drama Podcasts: Several podcasts focus on reimagining or broadcasting classic radio shows. These podcasts often feature modern productions inspired by old-time radio. Radio Stations: Some local or online radio stations still air old-time radio shows. Check if any stations in your area dedicate specific time slots to broadcasting these nostalgic programs. Old...

There were plenty of actors who could play a convincing tough guy, but the guy audiences wanted to see, and whom producers wanted to put on the screen was Humphrey Bogart . Even for productions that could afford him, there was only so much Bogey to go around. So, there was always work for an actor who could play a convincing “thoughtful tough guy”. There could only be one Bogey, of course, and despite the many comparison's which call Gerald Mohr “the Bogey of the Bs”, Mohr was arguably the more convincing thoughtful tough guy. Mohr certainly had the intellectual chops for the job. He was raised by his mother and maternal grandfather (his father had been killed in an elevator accident). The old man was a noted psychologist and an associate of Sigmund Freud, and encouraged the boys intellectual pursuits, enrolling young Gerald in the Dwight Preparatory School. Here Gerald learned to play the piano, ride horses and speak German and French. He enrolled in pre-med courses at Columb...

  Belts are being tightened, pennies pinched, postage prices soar, gas prices waver, but one thing you can rely on is OTRCAT's prices. For over 20 years (since 1999), OTRCAT.com has offered thousands of classic radio shows for just $5 per volume . If prices for a $5.00 CDs rose with inflation, how much would OTRCAT's CDs cost today? According to the U.S. Inflation Calculator, one OTRCAT CD would cost $8.89 with a cumulative rate of inflation since 1999 at 77.8%! Wow! Since we have our thinking caps on we wanted to remind you how much prices have changed since the Golden Age of Radio :  1940 2022 New House $3,920.00 $348,000.00 Average Annual Income $1,725.00 $63,215.00 New Car $850.00 $47,000.00 Average Monthly Rent $30.00 $1,825.00 Gallon of Milk $0.52 $4.00 Gallon of Gasoline $0.25 $4.00 Movie Ticket $0.30 $9.17 It's no wonder we all have nostalgia for the good old days of radio! OTRCAT.com plans to continue to provide hours of entertainment for the low price of $5.00. ...