September 21, 2025
Old Time Radio Snack Wagon Smorgasboard #2 (EP4805e)
The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery DramasAbout this episode
In this episode, we give you a look at the type of programs we share on the Old Time Radio Snack Wagon: Wings Over Jordan Journey back to the 1940s and listen to an episode of Wings Over Jordan, a top-rated network radio program originating from Cleveland. The series featured a performance by all-Black Choir based in Cleveland, Ohio. We talk about the group's history and then listen to one of their network radio programs. Diamond Dramas: The Pitt Diamond This episode of Diamond Dramas takes a look at British Governor Thomas Pitt's acquisition of what became known as the Regent Diamond. Originated from Salt Lake City Original Air Date: October 14, 1935 Famous Escapes: Escapes from Robespierre Embark on a daring journey to 1793 France with Adam Graham as he presents a gripping tale from the Australian golden age of radio. In this episode of "Famous Escapes," we're thrust into the tumultuous era of the French Revolution, where the fierce Robespierre reigns and the threat of the guillotine looms large. Discover the cunning plan of the Count de Mayu and his allies to outwit their oppressors and secure freedom against all odds. Original Air Date: 1938 Abroad with the Lockharts: Planning a Trip to Europe Real-life husband and wife Gene and Kathleen Lockhart star in this travel radio series.In the first episode, Mrs. Lockhart sets out to persuade her businessman/husband Will to take her to Europe for their tenth anniversary. But does he really have a choice? This program originally aired in August 1930 Subscribe to the Old TIme Radio Snack Wagon at http://www.snackwagon.net or wherever you download your podcasts from. Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.