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David Attenborough reads his own bestselling memoir 'An enthralling autobiography from one of the linchpins of television' Good Book Guide David Attenborough is the acknowledged voice of nature, loved and revered worldwide for his groundbreaking wildlife documentaries. Over the course of his...

Encounter the death who walks, rats, descents into madness, ghosts, mad scientists, crimes against nature, and much more in this classic collection presenting 22 tales of the supernatural from authors such as Mary Shelley, Bram Stoker, Charles Dickens, and Ambrose Bierce. Features performances from Peter Lorre, Hal Holbrooke, Boris Karloff, and the work of many leading radio directors, writers, and actors of the day. Also included are episodes from Strange, a rarely heard series narrated by Walter Gibson, creator and author of The Shadow.

Playing on Air is a radio show and free podcast dedicated to short plays by America's best contemporary playwrights - a new way to experience theater on demand, absolutely free. We are dedicated to increasing the accessibility of high-caliber theater, promoting the work of the stage's greatest storytellers, and encouraging the next generation of theater-makers across the country. We are committed to bringing theater to everyone at no cost - on radio and on demand. But our programming is only possible with the help of listeners like you! Please visit www.playingonair.org/donate to contribute - ...

Join us on a delightful journey through the golden era of radio comedy with Laughter in the Air. This engaging exploration delves into the rich history of vintage radio and offers personal glimpses into the lives and careers of legendary comedians from the 1930s and 1940s. Discover the genius of icons like Jack Benny, Fred Allen, Fibber McGee and Molly, Burns and Allen, and Amos n Andy as Gaver and Stanley bring their stories to life. Get ready for a nostalgic ride filled with laughter and insight!

A first-time-ever exploration of the 290 songs from the entirety of Twin Peaks, sure to entice fans of the David Lynch-Mark Frost's cult classic that revolutionized TV, with brand-new interviews with Frost and several of the key composers and musicians involved.

Empire of the Air tells the story of three American visionaries - Lee de Forest, Edwin Howard Armstrong, and David Sarnoff - whose imagination and dreams turned a hobbyist's toy into radio, launching the modern communications age. Tom Lewis weaves the story of these men and their achievements into a richly detailed and moving narrative that spans the first half of the 20th century, a time when the American romance with science and technology was at its peak. 

"The Air Adventures of Jimmy Allen" was a popular American old-time radio adventure series that aired during the 1930s. The show was aimed primarily at a young audience and centered around the thrilling exploits of its title character, Jimmy Allen, a young aviator. Jimmy Allen was portrayed as a courageous and skilled teenager with a passion for flying. The character was a role model for young listeners, embodying virtues such as bravery, determination, and honesty. Jimmy's adventures often involved him solving mysteries, thwarting criminals, and engaging in daring rescues, all while ...

Bloomsbury presents Dead Air by William Elliott Hazelgrove, read by John Moraitis A "granular history" (Wall Street Journal) of the greatest hoax in radio history and the panic that followed, which Publishers Weekly calls "a rollicking portrait of a director on the cusp of greatness" and...

This “one-of-a-kind” (Jeff Pearlman, New York Times bestselling author) cultural history of the beloved nineties sitcom that launched Will Smith to superstardom—The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air—is perfect for fans of Seinfeldia and Best Wishes, Warmest Regards. More than thirty years have...

Radio Pro is several books in one, covering every aspect of personality radio - from the history of pioneer broadcasters to how to become a successful personality. Forty-one-year radio pro Joe Martelle also brings together a richly varied selection of candid comments on the subject from over 150 of America's best broadcasters - seasoned pros who tell it like it is and what it takes to be a successful air and online personality.

Yellow Fun Entertainment is proud to present "YFE Theater on the Air," a podcast dedicated to bringing you 3-4 yearly radio plays. Our radio plays are either original works or works derived from literary and theatrical classics.The aim of these radio plays is to inspire and bring enjoyment to the mind, for there is no greater stage than one's own imagination. Produced as an old-fashioned radio show from the 1940s, on a similar shoe-string budget.All radio plays are between 45-60 minutes in length.Season One Premiered December 21, 2024 and ended on October 31, 2025.Season Two will premier on ...

Join Mircea Oprea and Christopher Wheatley on Roaring Fork Mountain Air as they have a conversation about local Roaring Fork Valley Colorado seasonal outdoor events, positive climate updates, the "Wheatley Story of the Week", local Roaring Fork Valley Entertainment updates, Unpopular Idea of the Week and a Moment of Hope. A positive, forward-thinking podcast for the good people of the Roaring Fork River Valley Colorado

La Radio di Aria Performing Art Festival.Organizzato da Senza Confini Di Pelle.www.senzaconfinidipelle.com

https://www.oldtimeretroradio.com Orson Welles’ Mercury Theater on the Air stands as one of the most groundbreaking achievements of the golden age of radio. Featuring bold dramatizations, cinematic soundscapes, and Welles’ unmistakable voice, each restored episode showcases the creativity and power of the legendary Mercury players. From classic literature to gripping adventure tales, the series brought stories to life with unmatched intensity, atmosphere, and innovation—laying the foundation for modern audio drama and forever changing the medium. 🎧 Fully restored and professionally ...

Kris Kourtis OnAir

Meet the musicians, filmmakers, writers, theater makers, and artists of all stripes that make their home in what we affectionately call “Upstate Manhattan”.

Broadcast presentations of some of the world's most gifted playwrights

Live the dream with Turi Ryder, a music jock and talk host on major-market stations from Chicago to Los Angeles, with stops in Minneapolis, Portland, and San Francisco along the way. This darkly comical, bitingly accurate, and lovingly fictionalized memoir will ring true for anyone who has longed for both a creative life and a family to come home to.

"The Air Adventures of Jimmie Allen" was indeed a popular American radio adventure serial that aired from 1933 to 1937. It was created by two World War I flying aces, Bob Burtt and Bill Moore, and originated from WDAF-FM in Kansas City, Missouri.Here's some additional information about the show:Target Audience: The serial was primarily aimed at children and teenagers. It capitalized on the growing fascination with aviation during the "Golden Age of Aviation" in the 1930s.Sponsorship and Promotion: The original and primary sponsor was Skelly Oil Company. They used the show as a major ...

Eric Klinenberg's Fighting for Air takes us into the world of preprogrammed radio shows, empty television news stations, and copycat newspapers to show how corporate ownership and control of local media has remade American political and cultural life. Klinenberg argues that the demise of truly local media stems from the federal government's malign neglect.