Old Time Radio Westerns

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**Old Time Radio Westerns**

Step into the past with the Old Time Radio Westerns Podcast, where we proudly present digitally restored classic Western radio dramas in a way that transcends the limitations of their original recordings. Immerse yourself in the golden age of radio, now reborn with a richness and clarity that surpasses the vintage versions. As specialists in digital restoration, we’ve meticulously enhanced every episode, elevating the audio quality to new heights. The sounds of birds chirping, the creak of a saloon door, the thundering hooves of a pursuing posse, and the crack of gunfire are now delivered with a richness and depth that breathes new life into these timeless tales of the Wild West. Our podcast is a homage to the iconic shows like Gunsmoke, The Lone Ranger, and many more. Each episode is a journey into the untamed frontier, featuring the captivating performances of legendary radio actors and the vivid storytelling that once enthralled audiences nationwide.

Latest Episodes:

Little Lord Bernard | Lightning Jim (1952) Sep 25, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: 1952
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Lightning Jim
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Flying Outlaw – Hopalong Cassidy (06-25-50) Sep 25, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 25, 1950
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Hopalong Cassidy
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• William Boyd (Hopalong Cassidy)
• Andy Clyde (California Carlson)
Creator:
• Clarence Mulford
Producer:
• Walter White Jr.
Music:
• Albert Glaser

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Death Trail | The Lone Ranger (04-30-54) Sep 24, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 30, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Lone Ranger
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)
• John Todd (Tonto)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Charles D. Livingston

Music:
• Ben Bonnell

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

The Vallera Diamond | Challenge of the Yukon (03-09-44) Sep 24, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 09, 1944
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Challenge of the Yukon
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Paul Sutton (Sgt. Preston)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Fred Flowerday

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Jesse | Gunsmoke (08-29-53) Sep 24, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 29, 1953
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Gunsmoke
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)
• Parley Baer (Chester)
• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)
• Howard McNear (Doc)

Special Guests:
• Sam Edwards
• Lawrence Dobkin
• Harry Bartell
• John Dehner

Writer:
• John Meston

Producer:
• Norman Macdonnell

Music:
• Rex Koury

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Temple of the Sun | The Lone Ranger (03-31-43) Sep 24, 2026

Show notes

Part 2 of the Aztec Gang; The Lone Ranger does what he can to eliminate the gangs power.

Original Air Date: March 31, 1943
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Lone Ranger
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)
• John Todd (Tonto)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Charles D. Livingston

Music:
• Ben Bonnell

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Stardust | Have Gun Will Travel (10-16-60) Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: October 16, 1960
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Have Gun Will Travel
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• John Dehner (Paladin)
• Ben Wright (Heyboy)
• Virginia Gregg (Miss. Wong)
Special Guests:
• Anne Whitfield
• Tim Graham
• Lawrence Dobkin
• Jeanne Bates
Producer/Writer:
• Frank Paris

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Tracks Out of Tombstone | Luke Slaughter of Tombstone (03-02-58) Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 02, 1958
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Luke Slaughter of Tombstone
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Sam Buffington (Luke Slaughter)
• Junius Matthews (Wichita)

Special Guests:
• Sam Edwards
• Vic Perrin
• Lawrence Dobkin
• Jack Moyles
• Frank Gerstle

Writers:
• Robert Stan Lee
• Tom Hanley

Producer:
• William N. Robson

Music:
• Wilbur Hatch

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Badman Unmasked | Straight Arrow (03-21-49) Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 21, 1949
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Straight Arrow
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Howard Culver (Steve Adams)
• Fred Howard (Packy McCloud)
• Gwen Delano (Mesquite Molly)

Music:
• Milton Charles

Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

Aztec Mystery | The Lone Ranger (03-29-43) Sep 23, 2026

Show notes

Part 1 of the Aztec Gang; A disputed piece of land between Mexico and the United States contains an Aztec Temple that houses a criminal gang.

Original Air Date: March 29, 1943
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Lone Ranger
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Brace Beemer (Lone Ranger)
• John Todd (Tonto)

Writer:
• Fran Striker

Producer:
• George W. Trendle

Director:
• Charles D. Livingston

Music:
• Ben Bonnell

For more great shows check out our site: https://www.otrwesterns.com
Exit music from: Roundup on the Prairie by Aaron Kenny https://bit.ly/3kTj0kK

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