The Life of Riley / Boston Blackie (Old Time Radio Variety)

Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 90 Classic Radio Rewind returns this week with another pair of unforgettable gems from the golden age of radio. We begin with The Life of Riley and the 1948 broadcast “Riley’s Mother’s Day Gift,” where Riley’s well‑meaning plans for the perfect present spiral into a maze of mix‑ups only he could create. Then we shift into mystery as Boston Blackie takes on the case of “Reynolds and the Stolen Goods,” originally aired September 1st, 1948—a fast‑moving tale of stolen merchandise, slippery suspects, and Blackie’s trademark wit. Plus, a special programming note: This Memorial Day Monday, Old Time Radio USA brings back Box 13: The Complete Series starting at 6:30am ET. Follow Dan Holiday as he answers letters from Box 13 and steps into one thrilling adventure after another. Tap like and subscribe on your favorite podcast app to stay updated on new episodes, explore the WOTR Radio Network’s four streaming stations, and check out our brand‑new daily podcast featuring every known episode of The Whistler in chronological order.Thanks for listening to Classic Radio Rewind! If you love old time radio, you’ll enjoy the full 24/7 experience on the WOTR Radio Network, featuring four live streaming stations dedicated to the Golden Age of Radio:Old Time Radio USA: A rich mix of classic comedy, drama, mystery, westerns, and variety shows.Suspense Radio USA: Edge‑of‑your‑seat thrillers, mystery, and high‑tension radio drama around the clock.Crime Time Radio USA: Detectives, police procedurals, noir, and hard‑boiled crime stories from radio’s golden era.Nightmare Radio USA: Chilling horror, eerie tales, and dark fantasy from classic radio’s shadowy side.Follow the podcast, share your favorite episodes, and tune in to all four stations for even more vintage radio magic. Rediscover the Golden Age of Radio — anytime, anywhere.