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Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast

by Keith Heltsley

Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.

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Episodes

  1. X Minus One – real gone. ep90, 570227

    the secret life of an artist who produces amazing miniature statuary.

  2. Gunsmoke – Wind. ep61, 530620

    Wind 6/20/53 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to 1961…

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  3. Gunsmoke – The Cabin. ep36, 521227

    The Cabin 12/27/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to...

  4. Lone Ranger – The Black Lamb. 470818

    The Black Lamb 8/18/47 A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio.

  5. Gunsmoke – Post Martin. 521213

    Post Martin 12/13/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to...

  6. The Lone Ranger – Crooks Are Where You Find Them. 470815

    Crooks Are Where You Find Them 8/15/47 A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio.

  7. Gunsmoke – I Don’t Know. 521206

    I Don't Know 12/6/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to...

  8. X Minus One – castaways. ep18, 550915

    Episode 018. Nuclear testing on a remote Pacific island goes awry when the natives, rather than be relocated, threaten to commit mass suicide to put a curse on the project.

  9. Gunsmoke – Kitty. 11/29/52

    Kitty 11/29/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to 1961,...

  10. X Minus One – hello tomorrow. ep23, 551103

    Episode 023. To escape a world devastated by nuclear radiation, Mankind has retreated underground, but the Final War still rages on. A woman betrays her country by falling in love with an Asiatic POW from the other side, a capital crime punishable by exile to the ruined surface.

  11. Fibber McGee and Molly – The Fish Dinner. ep592, 490927

    Fibber decides to invite friends over for dinner. Doc Gamble visits for a dose of abuse. Teeny stops in to tell about school. Billy Mills plays, Fiddle Dee Dee. Milt…

  12. Gunsmoke – Fingered. 521121

    Fingered 11/21/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to...

  13. Gunsmoke – The Square Triangle. 521114

    The Square Triangle 11/14/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from...

  14. The Lone Ranger – Jail Breaker. 470806

    Jail Breaker 8/6/47 A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio.

  15. Lone Ranger – Outpost In Despair. 470730

    Outpost In Despair 7/30/47 A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio.

  16. Box 13 – Dead Man Walks. 490612

    Episode 43. A man Dan sees dead at 2:15 is alive at 4:20.

  17. Box 13 actors alibi 480912

    Episode 04. Murder in a radio studio, death by electrical transcription.

  18. Box 13 – Design for danger. 490605

    Episode 42. Exconvict Johnny Tide is returning to Watertown seeking revenge.

  19. Gunsmoke – The Indian Horse. ep105, 540515

    Gunsmoke. May 15, 1954. CBS net. "The Indian Horse". Sustaining. Obnoxious Lieutenant Flagg wins a horse race against Sy Pilcher, old Howling Dog is another matter however. William Conrad, Parley Baer, Harry Bartell, Ralph Moody, Paul Savage, John Dehner, Norman Macdonnell (writer, director),...

  20. X Minus One – martian sam 570403

    Episode 095. The story of the Dodgers baseball team and their Martian player hired by the new owner.

  21. X Minus One – Pictures Don’t Lie ep71, 56-10-24

    Episode 071. A close encounter of the third kind being told by a newspaperman who follows the story by deciphering radio siginals.

  22. Gunsmoke – Billy The Kid. ep1, 520426

    Billy The Kid-4/26/52 Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952…

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  23. X Minus One – lulu ep118, 571031

    Episode 118. 3 spacers are saddled with a lovesick ship's computer who is unwilling to return home unless they indulge her romantic inclinations.

  24. Gunsmoke – The Constable. ep102, 540508

    Gunsmoke. May 8, 1954. CBS net. "The Constable". Sustaining. When a trail boss objects to Marshal Dillon's peacekeeping methods, and the town's merchants ask him to ease off, Dillon vows to make no further arrests. The town then hires an unusual "constable" to keep the peace. William Conrad…

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  25. Gunsmoke – Cara. ep100, 540501

    Gunsmoke. May 1, 1954. CBS net. "Cara". Sustaining. Ben Tolliver and his gang are coming to Dodge to rob the bank. Marshal Dillon suspects his old girlfriend Cara is a member of the gang. George Walsh (announcer), Georgia Ellis, Harry Bartell, Howard McNear, Jill Jarmyn, John Dehner, John Meston...

  26. Gunsmoke – Murder Warrant. ep104, – 540424

    Gunsmoke. April 24, 1954. CBS net. "Murder Warrant". Sustaining. Likeable Lee Prentiss has been shot from ambush. Jake Harbin is not so likeable, but he's a deputy sheriff with a warrant for Prentiss' arrest. George Walsh (announcer), Georgia Ellis, Howard McNear, James Nusser, John Dehner, John...

  27. Gunsmoke – What The Whiskey Drummer Heard. ep98, 540417

    Gunsmoke. April 17, 1954. CBS net. "What The Whiskey Drummer Heard". Sustaining. Wilbur Hawkins tells Marshal Dillon about a plot against his life. When Dillon pretends to be dead, two different people brag about killing him! William Conrad, Parley Baer, Edgar Barrier, John Dehner, Vic Perrin…

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  28. The Lone Ranger – Sheriff Gordon. ep83, 550513

    The Lone Ranger. May 13, 1955. ABC net. " "/"Stolen Money". Sustaining. Ozark Riley is murdered by two thieves who take the moeny that Ozark himself has taken. The program was originally broadcast September 4, 1953 (this may be the 1953 broadcast). Brace Beemer, John Todd, Fred Foy (announcer),...

  29. Gunsmoke – Greater Love. ep107, 540410

    Gunsmoke. April 10, 1954. CBS net. "Greater Love". Sustaining. Two gunmen are wounded while holding up the stage. Howard Brand is one of the robbers, and he's been fatally wounded. Doc is kidnapped by the other members of the gang. A good story. John Meston (writer), John Dehner, Joyce McCluskey,...

  30. Gunsmoke – Blood Money. ep99, 540327

    Gunsmoke. March 27, 1954. CBS net. "Blood Money". Sustaining. Joe Harp is a likeable fellow who turns out to have a price on his head. Harry Speener has been helped by Joe, but isn't very grateful. William Conrad, Harry Bartell, James Nusser, John Dehner, Parley Baer, Norman Macdonnell…

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  31. The Lone Ranger – Outcast 550209

    Outcast 2/9/55 A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio. Today's Old Time Radio Station NOW ON AIR!! SUPPORT US BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS...

  32. Gunsmoke – Old Friend ep97, 540320

    Gunsmoke. March 20, 1954. CBS net. "Old Friend". Sustaining. After trying to bribe Marshal Dillon, a gambler named Ben Corder hires Toque Morlan to kill Matt! William Conrad, John Meston (writer), John Dehner, Lawrence Dobkin, Vic Perrin, Norman Macdonnell (director), Rex Koury (composer,...

  33. Box 13 – 113.5 490320

    Episode 31. Murder and a wealthy recluse with a clue on a book.

  34. X Minus One – Lifeboat Mutiny 560911

    Episode 067. Two men planning an expedition across the sea of an alien planet buy a lifeboat from a junk dealer, unaware that said boat is a relic of an ancient alien war. The boat's computer is programmed to protect its occupants at all costs, which is fine if you happen to be a Drome instead of…

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  35. X Minus One – Lights on Precipice Peak 570313

    Episode 092. Two men determine to find the cause of strange glowing lights emanating from atop a high Wyoming mountain.

  36. X Minus One – mans best friend 570424

    Episode 098. In the 28th century, a reclusive man is chosen by a central computer to assassinate the Overlord and take his place. All of society is egging him on, including the Overlord himself, but the computer has ulterior motives.

About this show

Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.

Hosted by

Keith Heltsley

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast have?

Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast has 50 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 22, 2026.

What is Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast about?

Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.

How often does Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast release new episodes?

Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast publishes about every 90 days, based on its 50 episodes since August 2014.

Who hosts Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast?

Contributors – Retro Radio Podcast is created and hosted by Keith Heltsley.
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