Old Time Radio Programs
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By John Stokes |
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Hollywood StarsEver since the invention of Hollywood as the movie capital of the world, we have all had a fascination for Hollywood Stars. ..... 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' No use 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 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.
Alec BaldwinAlec Baldwin is a famous America actor, producer, and director. He is the oldest and most famous of the ‘Baldwin brothers’, his younger ..... 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 superhero 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.
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. They proved there was an audience for highly stylized stories beyond a reader’s imagination, and that this entertainment would not have to be limited to a stage.
J C PenneysRemember way back when you were a kid, and your mom would always want to ..... 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.
Ansel Adams PosterNot one at the time who was all that into “nature,” I was still riveted the first time I saw an Ansel Adams .....
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