Classic Radio Rewind | Old Time Radio
The Mercury Theater On The Air (Old Time Radio Variety)
Published on Jun 28, 2026, 12:05:50 AM
Total time: 01:03:01
Classic Radio Rewind | Old Time Radio
Published on Jun 28, 2026, 12:05:50 AM
Total time: 01:03:01
Step into the world of radio’s most celebrated detective as Classic Radio Rewind brings you a landmark broadcast from The Mercury Theater on the Air. This week, we feature “The Immortal Sherlock Holmes,” originally aired on September 25th, 1938. This sweeping dramatization explores Holmes’ beginnings, his unmatched deductive genius, and his first meeting with Dr. Watson—setting the stage for one of the most enduring partnerships in mystery fiction.
Hosted by Jarnathan Cross of the WOTR Radio Network, Episode 95 invites you to revisit the artistry, atmosphere, and storytelling mastery that made the Mercury Theater a titan of radio drama.
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Classic Radio Rewind is an Old Time Radio podcast featuring classic radio shows from the Golden Age of Radio, including mystery, suspense, crime, detective, horror, westerns, comedy, and sci-fi.
Each episode brings you carefully curated Old Time Radio broadcasts with original air dates, cast information, and historical context, preserving the timeless storytelling of vintage radio drama. From gripping mystery and crime stories to chilling horror and suspense, Classic Radio Rewind delivers the best of classic radio entertainment.
Listen to legendary Old Time Radio series like Suspense, Dragnet, Gunsmoke, Fibber McGee & Molly, and The Shadow, along with rare and hard-to-find episodes that capture the full range of Golden Age radio. Whether you enjoy detective stories, western adventures, comedy classics, or sci-fi thrillers, there’s something here for every Old Time Radio fan.
Classic Radio Rewind is part of the WOTR Radio Network, also featuring Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA—dedicated to preserving and sharing classic radio shows for modern audiences. New episodes are released regularly, making this podcast a top destination for Old Time Radio lovers and new listeners alike.
Relive the Golden Age of Radio and discover why Old Time Radio continues to captivate audiences today.