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:

On the Two Front Wheels | The Lone Ranger (03-24-43) Sep 21, 2026

Show notes

Pop Hendrix tells many stories some are true while others a bit of stretch to his imagination.

Original Air Date: March 24, 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

The First Steel Plow | Adventures in Research (07-24-51) Sep 20, 2026

Show notes

The story of how John Deere came up with the first Steel Plow

Original Air Date: July 24, 1951
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Western Stories
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Narrator:
• Paul Shannon

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

Election Day at Placer | The Lone Ranger (08-25-41) Sep 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 25, 1941
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

Mighty Mouse | Frontier Gentleman (07-20-58) Sep 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: July 20, 1958
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Frontier Gentleman
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• John Dehner (J.B. Kendall)
Special Guests:
• Ted de Corsia
• Harry Bartell
• Lawrence Dobkin
• Jack Moyles
• Vic Perrin
• Stacy Harris
Writer:
• Antony Ellis
Producer:
• Antony Ellis
Music:
• Wilbur Hatch

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

Livvie’s Loss | Gunsmoke (04-13-58) Sep 20, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 13, 1958
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)

Producer:
• Norman Macdonnell

Music:
• Rex Koury

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

The Breaking | The Lone Ranger (08-15-41) Sep 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 15, 1941
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 Missing Reporter | Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok (04-28-54) Sep 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 28, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Guy Madison (Hickok)
• Andy Devine (Jingles)

Special Guests:
• John Stephenson
• Lou Merrill
• Ralph Moody
• Jack Moyles

Producer:
• Paul Pierce

Writer:
• Larry Hayes

Music:
• Dick Aurandt

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

Skiers In the Sky | Ranger Bill (01-16-57) Sep 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: January 16, 1957
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Ranger Bill
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Miron Canaday (Ranger Bill)
• Stumpy Jenkins (Grey Wolf)

Writers:
• Joal Hanson
• John Rowan

Producer:
• Jim Grant

Music:
• John McCombe

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

Yorky | Gunsmoke (04-06-58) Sep 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 06, 1958
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)

Producer:
• Norman Macdonnell

Music:
• Rex Koury

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

Thicker Than Water | The Six Shooter (03-14-54) Sep 18, 2026

Show notes

A no-good gambler comes to town to see his son after twelve years. There have been some surprising changes...in both of them!

Original Air Date: March 14, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Six Shooter
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• James Stewart (Britt Ponset)
Special Guests:
• Shirley Mitchell
• Dick Beals
• Barney Phillips
• Robert Griffin
Writer:
• Frank Burt
Producer:
• Jack Johnstone
Music:
• Basil Adlam

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

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