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Step into the past with the Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast, where we present digitally restored classic Western radio dramas in a way that transcends the limitations of their original recordings. Immerse yourself in the golden age of radio, now reborn with a richness and clarity that surpasses the vintage versions. As specialists in digital restoration, we’ve meticulously enhanced every episode, elevating the audio quality to new heights. The sounds of birds chirping, the creak of a saloon door, the thundering hooves of a pursuing posse, and the crack of gunfire are now delivered with a richness and depth that breathes new life into these timeless tales of the Wild West. Our podcast is a homage to the iconic shows like Gunsmoke, The Lone Ranger, and many more. Each episode is a journey into the untamed frontier, featuring the captivating performances of legendary radio actors and the vivid storytelling that once enthralled audiences nationwide.
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Original Air Date: October 04, 1947Host: Andrew RhynesShow: All Star Western TheatrePhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Music:• Foy Willing and The Riders of The Purple Sage Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
Original Air Date: June 07, 1959Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Have Gun Will TravelPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• John Dehner (Paladin)• Ben Wright (Heyboy)• Virginia Gregg (Miss. Wong)Special Guests:• Vic Perrin• Jeanne Bates• Joseph KearnsWriters:• Frank MichaelProducer:• Norman MacDonnell Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
Original Air Date: September 30, 1956Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Fort LaramiePhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Raymond Burr (Captain Lee Quince)• Vic Perrin (Sgt. Goerss)• Jack Moyles (Major Daggett)• Harry Bartel (Lt. Siberts)Special Guests:• Jess Kirkpatrick• Jack Kruschen• Howard Culver• Lawrence Dobkin• John Dehner• Sam EdwardsWriters:• Kathleen HiteProducer:• Norman MacdonnellMusic:• Amerigo Moreno Exit music from: Roundup...
Original Air Date: March 10, 1954Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Adventures of Wild Bill HickokPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Guy Madison (Hickok)• Andy Devine (Jingles) Special Guests:• Tyler McVey• Leo Curley Producer:• Paul Pierce Writer:• Larry Hayes Music:• Dick Aurandt For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.comExit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by...
Original Air Date: September 29, 1957Host: Andrew RhynesShow: GunsmokePhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)• Parley Baer (Chester)• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)• Howard McNear (Doc) Producer:• Norman Macdonnell Editorial Supervisor:• John Meston Writer:• Les Crutchfield Music:• Rex Koury Sound Patterns:• Ray Kemper• Bill James Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron...
Original Air Date: April 06, 1958Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Frontier GentlemanPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• John Dehner (J.B. Kendall) Special Guests:• Joseph Kearns• Paula Winslowe• Lawrence Dobkin• Barney Phillips• Robert Rudie Writer/ Producer:• Antony Ellis Music:• Wilbur Hatch Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
Original Air Date: June 09, 1952Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Western StoriesPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Joan Banks• John DehnerSpecial Guests:• Jeanette Nolan• Lawrence Dobkin• Harry Bartell• Paul DubovWriter:• Michael Foster• John MestonProducer/Director:• Norman MacdonnellMusic:• Earl Towner Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
Original Air Date: March 28, 1956Host: Andrew RhynesShow: Ranger BillPhone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739) Stars:• Miron Canaday (Ranger Bill)• Stumpy Jenkins (Grey Wolf) Writers:• Joal Hanson• John Rowan Producer:• Jim Grant Music:• John McCombe For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.comExit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK
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Step into the past with the Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast, where we present digitally restored classic Western radio dramas in a way that transcends the limitations of their original recordings. Immerse yourself in the golden age of radio, now reborn with a richness and clarity that surpasses the vintage versions. As specialists in digital restoration, we’ve meticulously enhanced every episode, elevating the audio quality to new heights. The sounds of birds chirping, the creak of a saloon door, the thundering hooves of a pursuing posse, and the crack of gunfire are now delivered with a richness and depth that breathes new life into these timeless tales of the Wild West. Our podcast is a homage to the iconic shows like Gunsmoke, The Lone Ranger, and many more. Each episode is a journey into the untamed frontier, featuring the captivating performances of legendary radio actors and the vivid storytelling that once enthralled audiences nationwide.
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