Popular Hollywood couple Ronald and Benita Colman had a legacy on the silver screen in the states and in their native England, and on radio starred as husband and wife on the ,"Halls of Ivy" program, which made its debut on this day.

1/5 Phil Spitalne

Jan 5th, 2011 4m 9s

Phil Spitalne was known best during the golden age of radio for his novelty 'all-girl' orchestra. Hear the background on this bandleader along with one of his well known tunes.

1/4 Carnation Contented Hour

Jan 4th, 2011 4m 48s

A program that lasted nearly two decades made its debut on this day, the variety show, "Carnation Contented Hour". Listen to a profile of this popular program.

1/3 Lord Haw Haw

Jan 3rd, 2011 5m 37s

On this day one of World War 2's best known radio propagandists was hanged for treason. Tune in for a profile of 'Lord Haw Haw', with an excerpt of him on the air.

1/2 Last Soap Opera Day

Jan 2nd, 2011 5m 31s

A sad day for soap opera fans happened on this day in 1961. Tune in for the background on what is now known as the last day of the radio soap opera.

1/1 Rose Bowl

Jan 1st, 2011 6m 12s

The first radio broadcast collegiate football's Rose Bowl was heard on this day many years ago, marking the first time a college game was on the air. Listen in to the history of the event, and some fun at the Bowl with Jack Benny.

12/31 Wild Bill Hickok

Dec 31st, 2010 6m 38s

Even though this legendary figure recently missed his pardon, we bring you a profile of Wild Bill Hickok as translated on the air.

12/30 Mutual - Don Lee Network

Dec 30th, 2010 7m 26s

The powerhouse Mutual and Don Lee radio networks merged on this day, and we bring you a moment from their on-air celebration of this monumental radio event.

12/29 Paul Whiteman

Dec 29th, 2010 10m 13s

The self-proclaimed 'king of jazz' Paul Whiteman is remembered with the full version of his signature song, "Rhapsody in Blue".

12/28 Red Skelton / Pledge of Alliegence

Dec 28th, 2010 4m 20s

Though comedian Red Skelton was a hit on television, his talents translated to radio well before with his talented cast of self-made characters. Tune in to hear a different side of Skelton as he relates his interpretation of the Pledge of Allie

12/27 Breakfast Club

Dec 27th, 2010 9m 19s

Don McNeil's, 'Breakfast Club' program entertained radio listeners for 35 and a half years, and we celebrate the last day of the show with an excerpt.

12/26 Daniel Frohman

Dec 26th, 2010 4m 16s

Legendary Broadway and film producer Daniel Frohman is remembered on the day of his passing. Hear the history of this pivitol figure in entertainment.

12/5 The Green Hornet

Dec 5th, 2010 6m 27s

Heard for the final time on this day we remember one of radio's most popular action/adventure programs, "The Green Hornet".

12/4 Walter Winchell

Dec 4th, 2010 9m 18s

Reporter, broadcaster, gossip. Much can be said about controversial columnist Walter Winchell, from his time on the Hollywood beat to taking on the Nazi regime in his newspaper and subsequent radio program. Tune in to hear a brief history of hi

12/3 Gertrude Lawrence

Dec 3rd, 2010 9m 11s

One of the premier stars of the English and American stage, Gertrude Lawrence is profiled on the anniversary of her radio debut in the US.

12/2 Crime Club

Dec 2nd, 2010 6m 37s

The anthology series, "Crime Club" made its debut on this day. Hear a profile of the series that was put together by some of the best in the radio business during its golden era.

12/1 Boys Town

Dec 1st, 2010 4m 38s

Humanitarian Father Flanagan's influence was widespread, so much so that he was portrayed on screen by Spencer Tracy in the film, "Boys Town". Tune in for a profile of Father Flanagan, and hear him on air during the golden age of radio.

11/30 I Love Lucy

Nov 30th, 2010 7m 35s

Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz were a powerhouse comedy team during televisions' early years, but on radio it was given a pilot broadcast to see if it would catch on. Listen in to an excerpt from, "I Love Lucy".

11/29 NBC Chimes

Nov 29th, 2010 5m 32s

One of only two patented sounds in the country, we bring you a comprhensive history of the NBC chimes, on the anniversary of their on-air debut.

11/28 World War II Rationing

Nov 28th, 2010 4m 20s

On this day in 1942, coffee rationing went into effect. We bring you a synopsis of war-time rationing, along with an explainer from radio's golden age.

11/27 First Nighter

Nov 27th, 2010 3m 13s

For 23 years, radio's, "First Nighter" program entertained with it's drama and comedy, but also with a unique sound device. Listen in to an excerpt on the anniversary of its debut.

11/26 Bride and Groom

Nov 26th, 2010 6m 31s

An entertaining, heartwarming show made its radio debut on this day. Listen in to a profile of a newlywed radio program called, "Bride and Groom".

11/25 FBI In Peace and War

Nov 25th, 2010 7m 17s

With stories based on the nation's most powerful law enforcement agency, the "FBI in Peace and War" is featured with a profile and an excerpt on the day of its radio debut.

11/24 Andrews Sisters

Nov 24th, 2010 6m

On the day they recorded one of their biggest hits, we bring you a profile of the singing trio, The Andrews Sisters, along with a medly of their top tunes.