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:

Silver’s Escape | The Lone Ranger (08-11-41) Sep 12, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 11, 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

Indian | Gunsmoke (03-23-58) Sep 12, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 23, 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

Sound Patterns:
• Ray Kemper
• Bill James

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

Placerville Posse | The Lone Ranger (03-10-43) Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 10, 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

A Marshal Quits the Service | Lightning Jim (1952) Sep 11, 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 Crystal Ball | The Lone Ranger (04-07-54) Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 07, 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

Border of Nowhere | Hopalong Cassidy (06-11-50) Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 11, 1950
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Hopalong Cassidy
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

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

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

Cheyenne Express | The Six Shooter (03-07-54) Sep 11, 2026

Show notes

Wilbur English, the man who shot Floyd Winters, needs protection from Winters' brother.

Original Air Date: March 07, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: The Six Shooter
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• James Stewart (Britt Ponset)

Special Guests:
• Frank Gerstle
• Herb Vigran
• Barney Phillips
• Paul Richards

Writer:
• Frank Burt

Producer:
• Jack Johnstone

Music:
• Basil Adlam

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

Boy | Gunsmoke (08-01-53) Sep 10, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 01, 1953
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Gunsmoke
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

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

Special Guests:
• Lawrence Dobkin
• John Dehner
• Howard McNear
• Charlotte Lawrence

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

Hideout | The Lone Ranger (04-05-54) Sep 10, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: April 05, 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

Double Cross Waller | The Lone Ranger (03-08-43) Sep 10, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: March 08, 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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