Old Time Radio Programs

Discovering Old Time Radio Programs

The Joy of Old Time Radio Programs

Remember the days before television, when all you had was the radio programs?

Maybe, maybe not. Old time radio programs peaked during the 1950’s, nearly sixty years ago.

What matters is that they are all gone now, right? Why waste time reflecting on the forgotten past?

Actually, that’s not true. Believe it or not, vintage old time radio programs have been preserved through the years.

Shouldn’t recordings of original old time radio shows should be preserved in a museum somewhere? They most likely are and fortunately for people who enjoy them, they can now be purchased.

You can listen to unedited old time radio programs on CD, cassette or even in the newest format, MP3 files.

While some CDs and cassettes may cost about $10.00, some Internet companies offer shows in MP3 for free or at low membership costs.

When I was in the military (way back in the dark ages), I was stationed in Germany for nearly a year and a half.

Since my wife and I lived off base, we didn't own a TV so the only entertainment we could get was reading and listening to the Armed Forces Network.

Well, we became hooked on the old time radio programs broadcast through the good 'ole AFN. We listened to Jack Benny, Amos & Andy among others.

The difference between watching TV and listening to old time radio programs is that, with TV, you use very little imagination.

With the old time radio shows and programs we listened to, I could visualize the story in my head, much like the results of reading a book.

If you've never experienced the joy of listening to an old time radio program, you really should give it a try ... At least once!

Like to laugh? Other old time radio program options

Why not treat yourself to some laughter medication and listen to some funny old time radio programs like Abbott & Costello (the radio predecessor to Seinfeld), Amos & Andy, The Bob Hope Show, and an Evening with George Burns?

In the mood for drama? If your own life isn’t dramatic enough you can listen to classics like Gunsmoke, Gene Autry, The Avengers, Charlie Chan, Cloak and Dagger and Sherlock Holmes.

Also enjoy the classic age of super hero serials like Batman and Superman before their mega-million dollar film productions.

Want a glimpse into future? Err too late, it’s the 21st century, but Buck Rogers and 2000 Plus may still offer nostalgic entertainment.

Can’t concentrate on plots and drive at the same time?

Why not listen to some musical old time radio programs?

The Al Jolson Show, Arthur Godrey and His Talent Scouts, and Benny Goodman can provide some variety and musical entertainment. Big band music was also a fixture in old time radio programs in the golden age of entertainment.

Radio - The cutting edge

Before the invention of the Internet, before television, radio was the only entertainment medium available besides reading a good book. Though the repercussions are mostly forgotten now, radio changed the world at one time.

Without the success of old time radio programs we would not have the mediums of motion pictures, animation or virtual reality.

The success of the old time radio programs proved there was an audience for highly stylized stories beyond a reader’s imagination, and that entertainment would not have to be limited to a stage or a book.

Own some old time radio programs and start a collection

Now you can own a piece of history. If you’re looking for these programs you can buy them online or download some of them for free directly to your computer.

Why just remember old time radio programs? You can listen to a classic any time you want.