When Radio Was!

WHEN RADIO WAS features digitally-restored episodes of classic old-time radio. This highly popular show is hosted by old-time radio expert Greg Bell.



It\'s a fun, family-friendly show for listeners of every generation.



WHEN RADIO WAS presents classic shows including Abbott & Costello, Sam Spade, Hopalong Cassidy, The Shadow, Fibber McGee and Molly, The Jack Benny Show, Gang Busters, Gunsmoke, Suspense, Dragnet, and many more.



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April 10, 2026

The Whistler & Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar

Today, it\'s another pair of CBS/Hollywood-produced programs. First, we present a tale of mystery and terror, courtesy of The Whistler. That\'s followed by the Part 1 of \"The Picture Postcard Matter,\" on Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar.

April 09, 2026

The Sealed Book & Chandu The Magician

Today, we feature the scary stuff, opening with an episode of The Sealed Book. Then, it\'s another episode of Chandu The Magician.

April 08, 2026

Tales Of The Texas Rangers & The Adv. Of Superman

First, we have an episode of a Western-style series that took real cases and recreated them for radio. It\'s called Tales of the Texas Rangers and starred big-screen leading man Joel McCrea. Then, it\'s Part 7 of \"The Secret Rocket\" on The Adventures of Superman.

April 07, 2026

The Green Hornet & Mary Foster, The Editor's Daughter

Today we present a 1943 episode of The Green Hornet, followed by the popular daytime soap, Mary Foster, the Editor\'s Daughter.