Greatest Story – Retro Radio Podcast

The city sleeps peacefully, not knowing what goes on in the house of Caiaphas, the high priest. What is it about Jesus that he should be feared? If he is…

Daniel and his mother discuss the ruthless nature of the Roman troops who occupy the land, it’s nothing for them to kill a local citizen. Will there be an uprising…

The first installment of a 5-part Christmas serial in this production that spanned through much of the life of Jesus. Artistic liberties are taken, and few biblical truths appear. However,…

A fine crew stands by, while their sailing vessel is made ready. Is there a problem with it? Will the ship ever fulfill the dreams of carrying cargo to the far reaches of the Roman Empire? An accident finds the strong man of Ephraim on his sick bed. His old friend, Urriah comes to cheer him up. Humbled, and not able to walk, the proud man wants only to bathe in his own pity party.

It seems that all of the holy land is on the move, responding to an edict from Rome to register for the tax. Joseph talks with fellow traveller, Abraham, and we learn more about the tax, and the expectation of a coming Messiah. Has God deserted his people? We see a portrayal of the kindness of Joseph, as he deals with his fellow travelers.

Preparing to celebrate the Passover, crowds throng in the streets. Joseph of Arimathea is amazed at the cheers of the people. Elsewhere, Caiaphas is far from pleased with the palm…

Under cover of darkness, a couple youth raid the juicy grapes of a vineyard. What will David’s mother think of the prank when he is caught? An example needs to…

Most days, Jerusalem is a quiet town, but on a day when the Master is there, excitement is in the air. Is the message of eternal life true? Religious leaders heckle, and to answer the question of what must be done to inherit eternal life, a parable is told that becomes the feature of today’s radio drama. Love God, and love your neighbor, but who is my neighbor? Esther worries about her husband, Samuel, and the journey his to make. His son Jonathan has a suggestion, but when Samuel learns the friends are Samaritans, dad has to set his boy straight on why those darned, dirty, Samaritans are to be avoided.

The good deeds of Syrus the just are well known. We find him in his shop in the marketplace, and he gives time off, so his young worker can see…

It’s harvest season in Galilee, and with the sheaves tied, threshing can begin. Young Gideon’s mother tries to advise him on spending money from the harvest wisely, but will he…

A pious, and self righteous man named Amos, confronts Peter to identify a host of sinners who have come to follow the Master. Won’t all this riff raft bring down…

Audio is good, but has spots where the level jumps from low to high. The newly widowed Abigail is the talk of the town, or at least the gossip in…

Audio is good. In a modest farmhouse in Galillee, we find Raphael. Always concerned about being prepared, is he expecting too much from his daughter? Are his worries for her…

Audio is Good, a little loud, and voices a little clipped A poor family finds happiness in the teachings of the Master. When an overbearing grandfather arrives to criticize their…

Audio is good. Though he is known as a trendsetter, Amos is feeling empty, despite successes, and feasting. At this feast, Amos is making his son Jonathan a partner in…

Audio is excellent. As the sun sets over the little town, a dusty traveller arrives, seeking just a little cool water to drink. . There isn’t much, and citizens are…

In the small town of Kadeesh, Simon plans a feast to impress the important men in town, and a traveling sage named Jethro. Aided by his wife, Rebecca all the stops are pulled in storing up favors for himself. Jethro arrives, and is humbled by the extravagances.

The city of Tiberias was one with prominent artistic craftsmen. Silas is approached by Nathaniel, a merchant. Why the interest in an heirloom that has also caught the attention of…

Does being strong make a person right? What if a stronger man comes along to lay down the rules? Peter claims the better way us in following he master, and…

Lepers prepare to leave the colony behind, and return to society, clean and healed. Nathaniel and Absalom discuss their return, and the apprehension about seeing their families again. In just…

A young couple have a girl who is deathly sick. The Master is to be in town soon, but he hasn’t arrived yet. Desparate, Jonathan sets out on his own…

The sound of approaching marching Roman feet strike terror in one small village. Is Saul, the town elder shielding a murderer. A Roman soldier was killed, but why is the…

As the Master speaks the parable of the man with two sons, we join a drama that unfolds. One son demands his inheritance now, with dreams of the city, investing,…

A young couple are desperate to get to Tiberius, but don’t have money to travel with the caravan. Pooling resources with another poor traveler, a donkey is hired for the…

Two men gossip about why nobody has seen Simeon lately? The suspected reason is that Simeon has leprosy. Malachi sticks up for his friend. Is he just being soft? The…

A woman grieves to another about the loss of her son. She’ll do anything to see him again, even trying to bring him back if she could. The distraught Rebecca…

The merchant, Boaz, issues commands for his clerk, Nathan, to collect and account for every coin of accounts receivable to the business. On his way to make the collection, Nathan…

Audio is Fair. Record noise, and muffled, but OK. Through the narrow streets of Galilee, two men walk, but do they have time to help a poor child? The street…

On a ship being tossed on stormy seas, prayers are made. The storms still rage, but crew and passengers are calmed. Tragedy strikes, and the ship breaks apart. All that…

A special guest is to arrive, and Silas gives instructions to the household servants. Silas and Rhoda plan to adopt the child, whose parents died. Though they have provided well…

A couple of youth talk about being accepted. One is shabbily dressed, but the other is confident that won’t be a problem in meeting the family. Jonathan is given a…

Silas is a man with a past to hide, and has found a perfect place along a major travel route in Galilee. Who is chasing him? What has he done…

Two men find themselves in the shackles of slavery when they each have debts that couldn’t be paid. The older seems resigned to his fate, while the younger is resentful…

For some, the only facts and details are those that can be seen, touched, or proved out in the course of business. Life is all about minimizing risk, and making…

A pair of kids dream of having the hands of their uncle healed. Grown ups aren’t so prone to such wishful dreaming, but the kids insist on taking their uncle…

New and possibly disturbing changes in the household could mean, there will have to be some uncomfortable lifestyle adjustments. A returning world traveller has come home to share his experiences…

An old merchant has a business of writing letters for illiterate men. When a young, and seemingly educated man needs an anonymous letter composed, a bit of friendly advice comes…

A hard working man seeks peace and rest at the end of the long day. Knowledge is for the mind, and wisdom for the heart and spirit, a concept that…

Missing at sea for over 4 years, a woman eagerly checks the port for her missing sailor husband. Has anybody seen or heard of his ship? As she watches the…

Worshippers from all over Judea and Galilee have come to the temple to observe Passover. Joseph of Aramathea and his wife are among the crowds that fill the streets. High priests are offended at the spectacle of palm branches spread before the approaching Jesus. Something must be done about this, and arrangements are made with Judas to capture the Master.

Audio could use a gain boost, and noise filter. I tried, but it's as good as I can get it. To observe a couple of men, their bickering would lead you to think they were anything but father and son. Rifts of unforgiveness have caused each other to feel misunderstood, and dishonored. demands are made that go beyond reason.

Disciples wonder at the Master's decision to not bypass traveling through Samaria. The ill feelings aren't just directed at the Samaritans, those of Samaria also had trouble accepting their Jewish brothers. Sentries keep a watchful eye on traveller through their gates.

One bit of gossip spreads through town. Shepherds had been heard going through town, proclaiming the birth of a savior. The gossip has even reached the ears of Herod, the king. Will he have any reason to worry? Will he be able to find the shepherds to question them? Instead, a report of a caravan is told. A caravan where the people are seeking the newborn king.

The maiden Mary has been staying in the house of her older relatives, Zechariah and Elizabeth. Her parents Joachim and Anna arrive, and learn the news that their daughter is pregnant, but without being with a man. The news of how the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary has her parents stunned.

In the little town, downtrodden by Romans, Mary is living in Nazareth. We find Joseph calling on her father to ask to marry her. Her mother Anna, seems to her husband Joachim, to be a prophet in feeling that the Lord is present in the house. Great news is hinted at, but is set aside in the preparations the betrothal begins.

Wanting to have a regular social life for his family’s sake, Matthew wants to give up his career as a tax collector. His reputation as someone who is in league…

Not one for kind words, Sampson complains to his wife, Rachel, about his son. Is he coming across too harsh, when all he wants is for his boy to be…

Community leaders argue among themselves about who will get the seat of honor. Since the Master is about to arrive, they decide to ask him. A drama about wedding preparations…

Most days, Jerusalem is a quiet town, but on a day when the Master is there, excitement is in the air. Is the message of eternal life true? Religious leaders…

Daniel is concerned over his aged father, Zechariah, who wants to travel to Galilee to see the Master. A family in need means that six kids need to be cared…