Classic Radio Rewind #72 - The Adventures of Phillip Marlowe & Suspense (Old Time Radio)

🕵️ Classic Radio Rewind #72: “The Heat Wave” & “The Name of the Beast”

Get ready to sweat—this week on Classic Radio Rewind, we turn up the temperature with two unforgettable broadcasts from the golden age of radio!

🌡️ First, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe hits hard with “The Heat Wave” (1950), a sweltering noir that pits Marlowe against sun-scorched deception, desperate ambition, and a curiously valuable antique. When a simple delivery turns into a murder mystery, it’s up to Marlowe to keep his cool and crack the case.

😱 Then, we venture into darker psychological terrain with Suspense’s chilling tale, “The Name of the Beast” (1954). This gripping drama explores the fine line between sanity and obsession, as a man grapples with forces—real or imagined—that threaten to consume him. Featuring a haunting performance and razor-sharp writing, it’s one story that lingers long after the closing credits.

Classic Radio Rewind is your weekly trip back to the golden age of radio — when the airwaves were packed with drama, comedy, mystery, and adventure. Each episode gives you an hour of standout shows from the 1930s through the 1950s, featuring legends like The Fibber McGee and Molly Show, Gunsmoke, The Jack Benny Program, X Minus One and plenty of other familiar series and voices.

Whether you’re already an old‑time radio fan or you’re just curious about how broadcasting got its start, this podcast makes it easy to dive in. Kick back, tune in, and enjoy a little nostalgia.

Brought to you by the WOTR Radio Network — home to four great live stations: Old Time Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA.