Old Time Radio Snack Wagon|Rare Historic Radio Programs
Get ready for the first-ever snackable Old Time Radio podcast, featuring mostly obscure treasures from radio's golden age. Each week listen for a bite-sized sample of the Golden Age of Radio and journey back to the twentieth century. Gain keen insights into life in the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s through short-form old-time radio programs including comedic moments, full-cast short audio dramas, stories from the greatest storytellers of the past, powerful dramatic readings, and even memorable old time radio ads. Unearth legends and rediscover those who have long been forgotten, all while gaining keen insights into life in a world that was. Each episode brings you self-contained short programs or excerpts from longer programs, skillfully introduced by Adam, who provides brief commentary and historical background. For history enthusiasts seeking a tantalizing trip through time, the Old Time Radio Snack Wagon awaits you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-radio-snack-wagon-rare-historic-radio-programs--5919985/support.
Episodes
This episode of House Party features an early edition of “Kids Say the Darndest Things,” the beloved segment hosted by Art Linkletter that would later become one of the most enduring concepts in television history. Long before it became a TV staple, Linkletter was already charming radio audiences with candid conversations featuring schoolchildren and their wonderfully unpredictable answers.
In this broadcast, a...
As the storm intensifies and isolation closes in, ordinary sounds begin to take on terrifying meanin...
This episode of Yarns for Yanks features acclaimed actor Ronald ColEman reading H.G. Wells’ imaginative fantasy tale “The Man Who Could Work Miracles.”
Unlike Wells’ darker works of science fiction, this story takes a lighter and more whimsical approach, following an ordinary clerk who suddenly discovers he has the power to bend reality simply by willing things to happen. What begins with sma...
The journey begins along the coastal waters, where sailors encounter the famous dolphin Pelorus Jack, long said t...
The story follows Julia Kaye, once a celebrated Broadway figure, whose life has been upended by morphine addiction. When she discovers she is expecting a child, she turns to a determined physician who offers a slim but urgent hope: saving the baby from the same fate.
As Julia ...
This episode features “Granny’s All-Time Baseball Team,” drawn from The Tumult and the Shouting, the autobiography of legendary sportswriter Grantland Rice. Narrated by Jimmy Powers, the program brings Rice’s firsthand reflections on baseball’s greatest players to life, blending storytelling with commentary shaped by decades of observation.
Looking back across the early decades of professional baseball, R...
In this condensed version, listeners experience the show’s signature mix of playful deception, aud...
In this festive episode of The Old Time Radio Snack Wagon, host Adam Graham celebrates Tartan Day by serving up a delightful portion of Scottish heritage through the enchanting sounds of the Glasgow Police Pipe Band. Broadcasting originally over the BBC, this installment of *Pipes of Scotland* showcases the band’s vibrant performances, clad in their striking Royal Stuart tartan, as they march with pride and prec...
This episode of Treasury Star Parade presents “The Bishop of Münster,” a powerful Easter-season dramatization performed by Henry Hull and adapted from a work by H. S. Kraft. Set in a German cathedral during the rise of Nazi rule, the story centers on a bishop who faces mounting pressure from authorities to remain silent in the face of injustice.
As the congregation gathers for Easter services, the b...
This episode of The Driver’s Playhouse tells the story of a man known as “Lucky,” a small-time gambler who learns that chance isn’t as random as it seems. After repeated losses, he encounters a mysterious figure who teaches him to think in terms of odds, probability, and risk—lessons that begin at the card table but soon extend far beyond it.
As Lucky’s fortunes improve, his confidence grows—until he’s forced to co...
This St. Patrick’s Day–themed episode comes from the early Hollywood radio program Little Old Hollywood, hosted by actor and announcer Ben Alexander. Broadcasting several days before the holiday, the program celebrates Irish heritage in the film industry with music, humor, and conversation.
Guest Priscilla Lane joins the festivities, playfully embracing her Irish roots while sharing stories about the ...
This episode of Soldiers of the Press presents “The Return of the Soldier,” a powerful dramatization inspired by reporting from United Press correspondent Joan Younger. Rather than focusing on battlefield exploits, the story turns to a different kind of struggle—the moment when wounded servicemen must confront their greatest challenge: returning home and facing the people who love them.
Set at a military ho...
This episode features a rare and powerful recording from John Nesbitt’s Passing Parade—a special defense-themed program created in the tense months before America’s entry into World War II.
Unlike his regular sponsored broadcasts, this installment was produced as a voluntary contribution, intended to stir public awareness and engagement in national defense. Through three vivid true stories—a Hollywood prop man’s unexpected military...
This episode of The Family Doctor, titled “Cupid Without Wings,” returns listeners to the small town of Cedarton, where Dr. Grant Adams finds himself entangled in matters of the heart rather than matters of health. When a church sociable brings together old friends, new faces, and unspoken feelings, a well-intentioned effort to help one troubled young woman sets off a chain of unexpected consequences.
As romantic tensions...
This episode of Old Time Radio Snack Wagon features a lively installment of Guest Star showcasing the unlikely but memorable comedy pairing of Jimmy Durante and Gary Moore.
Brought together by circumstance rather than long partnership, the two performers blend contrasting styles—Durante’s gravel-voiced exuberance and Moore’s quick, urbane wit—into a warm, fast-moving half hour of radio comedy.
Originally produced...
This episode of Old Time Radio Snack Wagon features a rare and engaging interview from Hollywood Profile, a syndicated series connected with General Electric Theater. In this special edition, the usual interviewer, Ronald Reagan, finds himself on the other side of the microphone, questioned by Nancy Reagan in a wide-ranging and remarkably candid conversation.
Recorded in 1960, the interview captures Reagan at a...
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.
Subscribe to the Podcast at http://www.snackwagon.net or wherever you download your podcasts from.
Become a supporter of this podcast:...
Starts Gene and Kathleen Lockhart
Originally Aired in 1930
Subscribe to the Podcast at https://www.snackwagon.net or wherever you download your podcasts from.
Become a supporter of this podcast:...
Originally Aired in 1949
Subscribe to the Podcast at https//www.snackwagon.net or wherever you download your podcasts from.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/old-time-radio-snack-wagon-rare-historic-radio-programs--5919985/support.
Dive into the duo's candid interview as they reminisce about their early days, from the struggle for their next gig to their big break on Kate Smith's radio show. But it's their legendary...
Popular Podcasts
Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
Former Bachelor Clayton Echard’s casual one-night fling turned into a paternity nightmare. When the news broke about the scandal, no one believed Clayton at first. He was a reality TV star, and an unpopular one at that. Clayton found himself trying to prove the truth, while trapped in a web of lies, manipulation, and threats. He would soon discover he was not the only one. At its core, this is a story about who you believe and why. It’s an epic battle that would take a group of strangers, citizen sleuths from across the world, to crack the case and finally hold someone accountable. New episodes of Love Trapped are released every Thursday, starting February 26th, 2026. If you would like to reach out to the Love Trapped team, email us at lovetrappedpod@gmail.com and follow along on Instagram @glasspodcasts.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.