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:

Fiery Death Trap | The Lone Ranger (06-11-54) Oct 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 11, 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

Horse’s Mane Is Murder Clue | Dr. Sixgun (10-14-54) Oct 19, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: October 14, 1954
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Dr. Sixgun
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• Karl Weber (Dr. Sixgun)
• William Griffis (Pablo)

Special Guests:
• Denise Alexander
• Bob Haig
• Ken Williams
• William Keene

Writers:
• George Lefferts

Adaptation:
• Ernest Kinoy

Producer:
• Fred Weihe

Music:
• Art Ryerson

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

Hot Horse Hyatt | Gunsmoke (06-08-58) Oct 18, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 08, 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

Shoo Fly | Death Valley Days (06-16-39) Oct 18, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 16, 1939
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Western Stories
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Host:
• The Old Ranger

Creator:
• Ruth Woodman

Music:
• Leith Stevens

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

Wonder Boy | Frontier Gentleman (08-17-58) Oct 18, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: August 17, 1958
Host: Andrew Rhynes
Show: Frontier Gentleman
Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:
• John Dehner (J.B. Kendall)
Special Guests:
• Virginia Gregg
• Eddie Firestone
• Stacy Harris
• Jack Kruschen
• Ben Wright
Writer:
• Antony Ellis
Producer:
• Antony Ellis
Music:
• Wilbur Hatch

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

The Fence | The Lone Ranger (09-12-41) Oct 18, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: September 12, 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 Boy Who Wouldn’t Quit | Ranger Bill (02-20-57) Oct 17, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: February 20, 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

Log Thief | Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok (05-12-54) Oct 17, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: May 12, 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:
• Barney Phillips
• Herb Vigran
• Jess Kirkpatrick

Producer:
• Paul Pierce

Writer:
• Larry Hayes

Music:
• Dick Aurandt
Announcer:
• Charles Lyon

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

Bait for the Trap | The Lone Ranger (09-10-41) Oct 17, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: September 10, 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

Quarter Horse | Gunsmoke (06-01-58) Oct 17, 2026

Show notes

Original Air Date: June 01, 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

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