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The Pulp Nostalgia & Old Time Radio Podcast

By Brick Pickle Media LLC

Old time radio and new audio versions of classic pulp stories and novels.
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Our Miss Brooks - Babysitting on New Year's Eve

The Pulp Nostalgia & Old Time Radio PodcastDec 30, 2019

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Suspense - Love's Lovely Counterfeit by James M. Cain

Suspense - Love's Lovely Counterfeit by James M. Cain

This week we have “Love’s Lovely Counterfeit,” an episode of Suspense that first aired on January 17, 1948. It stars James Cagney and is based on a novel of the same name by James M. Cain. Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Mar 27, 202401:00:49
George Bruce's Air Stories - Zero Flight

George Bruce's Air Stories - Zero Flight

This week, we have an episode of George Bruce’s Air Stories, a 1932 syndicated series that told stories from World War I, written by pulp legend George Bruce. These stories were adapted from Bruce’s stories in Aces magazine.

Find more about The Beginner’s Guide to Pulp Fiction, Volume 2 at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide2/.

Mar 20, 202416:29
Lights Out - Murder Castle - H.H. Holmes

Lights Out - Murder Castle - H.H. Holmes

This week, we have Murder Castle, an episode of Lights Out written by Arch Oboler. This episode first aired on August 3, 1943, over CBS. The story is based on the real-life Chicago serial killer H.H. Holmes.

Find more about The Beginner’s Guide to Pulp Fiction, Volume 2 at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide2/.


Mar 13, 202427:04
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Killer Cards

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Killer Cards

This week, we have The Case of the Killer Cards, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on January 12, 1951. For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Mar 06, 202430:05
The Weird Circle - The Phantom Picture

The Weird Circle - The Phantom Picture

This week we have the July 14, 1944, episode of The Weird Circle, “The Phantom Picture.”

Find more about The Beginner’s Guide to Pulp Fiction, Volume 2 at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide2/.

Feb 28, 202427:29
The Black Castle - Escape to Death

The Black Castle - Escape to Death

This week we have an episode of The Black Castle, “Escape to Death,” from December 16, 1942. The Black Castle aired from 1942 to 1944 over the Mutual network. It was hosted by and starred the multi-talented Don Douglas in all roles.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Feb 21, 202414:59
Suspense - The Merry Widower by Roy Vickers

Suspense - The Merry Widower by Roy Vickers

This week we have “The Merry Widower,” an episode of Suspense, one of the most popular shows of the old-time radio era. Suspense aired over CBS from 1942 to 1962. This episode first aired on October 12, 1944, and is based on a short story by Roy Vickers.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Feb 14, 202430:56
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Calculated Risk

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Calculated Risk

This week, we have The Case of the Calculated Risk, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on January 19, 1951.


For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Feb 07, 202431:31
Inner Sanctum - Elixir No. 4 by Emile Tepperman

Inner Sanctum - Elixir No. 4 by Emile Tepperman

This week, we have Elixir No. 4, an episode of Inner Sanctum. This episode was first broadcast over CBS on February 12, 1948. It was written by prolific pulpster Emile Tepperman.

Find more on The Beginner's Guide to Pulp Fiction at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide/.

Jan 31, 202430:44
The Haunting Hour - Revenge (Annabel Lee by Edgar Allan Poe)

The Haunting Hour - Revenge (Annabel Lee by Edgar Allan Poe)

This week we have a tale from Edgar Allan Poe, born this month in 1809. Our episode features Revenge, a 1945 episode of The Haunting Hour, inspired by Poe’s poem Annabel Lee.

For more on Pulp With a Bite, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulp-with-a-bite/

Jan 24, 202426:43
The Weird Circle - Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe

The Weird Circle - Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe

This week we have a tale from Edgar Allan Poe, born this week in 1809. Our episode features The Fall of the House of Usher, the August 29, 1943, episode of The Weird Circle, based on Poe’s story of the same name.

For more on Pulp With a Bite, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulp-with-a-bite/.

Jan 17, 202428:20
The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - Glass Donkey

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - Glass Donkey

This week, we have “The Glass Donkey,” an episode of The Adventures of Philip Marlowe. It first aired on July 28, 1950, over CBS. Gerald Mohr stars as Marlowe.

For more on Thrilling Detective Pulp Tales, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/thrilling-detectives-1/.

Jan 10, 202431:01
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Midnight Ride

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - Case of the Midnight Ride

This week, we have The Case of the Midnight Ride, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on March 16, 1951.

For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Jan 03, 202430:31
Family Theater - The Gold Bug by Edgar Allan Poe

Family Theater - The Gold Bug by Edgar Allan Poe

As we close out 2023, we’re replaying our most popular episode of the year. It’s Edgar Allan Poe’s The Gold Bug as it was presented on Family Theater on October 5, 1949.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.


Dec 27, 202330:42
CBS Radio Mystery Theater - A Christmas Carol

CBS Radio Mystery Theater - A Christmas Carol

This week, we have the December 24, 1975, episode of the CBS Radio Mystery Theater. It’s their adaptation of the classic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol. The Mystery Theater was part of the radio drama revival of the 1970s and aired more than 1,000 episodes over CBS from 1974 to 1982.

For more on Deck the Pulps, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/deck-the-pulps/.

Dec 20, 202345:45
Abbott & Costello Show - Lou's Christmas Party

Abbott & Costello Show - Lou's Christmas Party

This week, we have some holiday humor, featuring the legendary Bud Abbott & Lou Costello. It’s the 1945 Christmas episode of the Abbott & Costello Show as it aired over NBC on December 20, 1945.

For more on Deck the Pulps, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/deck-the-pulps/.


Dec 13, 202330:21
The Mysterious Traveler - Christmas Story

The Mysterious Traveler - Christmas Story

This week, we have the December 25, 1951, episode of the Mysterious Traveler, entitled, simply, “Christmas Story.”

For more on Deck the Pulps, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/deck-the-pulps/.

Dec 06, 202331:24
CBS Radio Mystery Theater - Two Plus Two Equals Death

CBS Radio Mystery Theater - Two Plus Two Equals Death

This week, we have Two Plus Two Equals Death, an episode of the CBS Radio Mystery Theater that first aired on April 29, 1976. It was written by pulp writer Alfred Bester.

Find more on The Beginner's Guide to Pulp Fiction at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide/.

Nov 29, 202348:13
Jack Benny Show - Jack Dreams He is a Turkey

Jack Benny Show - Jack Dreams He is a Turkey

This week we have something a little different, a Thanksgiving comedic treat from Jack Benny. It’s his November 21, 1943, episode, “Jack Dreams He is a Turkey.”

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Nov 22, 202330:53
Suspense - The Screaming Woman by Ray Bradbury

Suspense - The Screaming Woman by Ray Bradbury

This week we have “The Screaming Woman,” an episode of Suspense, one of the most popular shows of the old-time radio era. Based on a Ray Bradbury story, this episode aired on March 1, 1955. It was the second time Suspense had produced this Thanksgiving story, with the original version broadcast on November 25, 1948. Silvia Richards adapted the story for Suspense.

Find more on The Beginner's Guide to Pulp Fiction at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide/.


Nov 15, 202325:43
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Disappearing Diamonds

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Disappearing Diamonds

This week, we have The Case of the Disappearing Diamonds, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on March 9, 1951.

For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Nov 08, 202330:50
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 13

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 13

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. Today we offer the final episode of the series.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 31, 202313:51
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 12

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 12

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 30, 202313:30
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 11

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 11

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 29, 202313:24
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 10

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 10

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 28, 202313:23
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 9

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 9

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 27, 202313:58
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 8

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 8

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 26, 202314:02
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 7

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 7

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 25, 202313:44
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 6

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 6

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 24, 202314:00
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 5

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 5

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 23, 202313:09
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 4

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 4

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 22, 202314:09
Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 3

Frankenstein (1932 serial) Episode 3

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 21, 202313:40
Frankenstein (1932 Serial) Episode 2

Frankenstein (1932 Serial) Episode 2

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 20, 202313:50
Frankenstein (1932 Serial) Episode 1

Frankenstein (1932 Serial) Episode 1

To wrap up the month, we’re offering the 1932 radio serial of Frankenstein. Obviously designed to capitalize on the Frankenstein mania caused by the Universal film, this version of the classic story from George Edwards is told in 13 episodes. We will be airing an episode every day leading up to Halloween. Today, we bring you episode 1.

Find more from Brick Pickle Pulps at https://brickpicklemedia.com/podcasts/.

Oct 19, 202313:30
Suspense - Ghost Hunt

Suspense - Ghost Hunt

This week, we have Ghost Hunt, an episode of Suspense that first aired on CBS on June 23, 1949.

Oct 11, 202330:33
Lights Out - The Signal Man by Charles Dickens

Lights Out - The Signal Man by Charles Dickens

This week, we have The Signal Man, an episode of Lights Out, based on the short story by Charles Dickens. This episode aired over NBC on October 24, 1946.

For more on Pulp With a Bite, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulp-with-a-bite/.

Oct 04, 202331:18
Suspense - Sam Spade - The Kandy Tooth

Suspense - Sam Spade - The Kandy Tooth

This week we have “The Kandy Tooth,” an episode of Suspense from January 10. 1948. The story stars Howard Duff in his famous radio role of Sam Spade.

Find more on The Beginner's Guide to Pulp Fiction at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide/.

Sep 27, 202301:01:10
The Mysterious Traveler - Death is My Caller

The Mysterious Traveler - Death is My Caller

This week we have “Death is My Caller,” the October 21, 1947, episode of The Mysterious Traveler as it aired over the Mutual Broadcasting System. For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Sep 20, 202331:15
The Weird Circle - The Warning

The Weird Circle - The Warning

This week, we have The Warning, the November 3, 1944, episode of The Weird Circle. For more on Pulp With a Bite, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulp-with-a-bite/.

Sep 13, 202326:38
The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - Last Wish

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - Last Wish

This week, we have an episode of The Adventures of Philip Marlowe, Last Wish. It first aired on July 19, 1950, over CBS. Gerald Mohr stars as Marlowe.

For more on Thrilling Detective Pulp Tales, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/thrilling-detectives-1/.

Sep 06, 202331:03
CBS Radio Mystery Theater - License to Kill

CBS Radio Mystery Theater - License to Kill

This week, we have License to Kill, an episode of the CBS Radio Mystery Theater that first aired on December 26, 1975. Based on the commercials, this would appear to be the May 30, 1976, rebroadcast of the episode. The Mystery Theater was part of the radio drama revival of the 1970s and aired more than 1,000 episodes over CBS from 1974 to 1982.

Aug 30, 202353:40
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Killer Cards

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Killer Cards

This week, we have The Case of the Killer Cards, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on January 12, 1951.

For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Aug 23, 202330:17
Escape - Three Good Witnesses

Escape - Three Good Witnesses

This week we have an episode of Escape, Three Good Witnesses. The episode originally aired on January 28, 1948. It was based on a story of the same name by prolific pulp writer Harold Lamb, which first appeared in the January 1945 issue of Blue Book.

Find more about The Beginner’s Guide to Pulp Fiction, Volume 2 at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide2/.

Aug 16, 202331:02
Candy Matson - The Movie Company

Candy Matson - The Movie Company

This week we have “The Movie Company,” an episode of Candy Matson. The episode originally aired in September 1950.

For more on Thrilling Detective Pulp Tales, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/thrilling-detectives-1/.

Aug 09, 202329:15
Lights Out - The Story of Mr. Maggs

Lights Out - The Story of Mr. Maggs

This week, we have The Story of Mr. Maggs, an episode of Lights Out, written by Arch Oboler. This episode first aired on December 1, 1942, over CBS.

Find more about The Beginner’s Guide to Pulp Fiction, Volume 2 at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide2/.

Aug 02, 202329:21
Suspense - The Black Curtain by Cornell Woolrich

Suspense - The Black Curtain by Cornell Woolrich

This week we have “The Black Curtain,” an episode of Suspense, one of the most popular shows of the old-time radio era. Suspense aired over CBS from 1942 to 1962. This hour-long episode first aired on January 3, 1948.

The story is based on the 1941 Cornell Woolrich novel of the same name. This is the third time Suspense presented the story, having previously broadcast 30 minute versions in 1943 and 1944. Find more on The Beginner's Guide to Pulp Fiction at https://brickpicklemedia.com/pulpguide/.

Jul 26, 202356:41
New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Deadly Sellout

New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Case of the Deadly Sellout

This week, we have The Case of the Deadly Sellout, an episode of the New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. This version of Nero Wolfe aired over NBC from 1950 to 1951 and starred Sydney Greenstreet. This episode was first broadcast on January 5, 1951.

For more on The Best of Thrilling Detective, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/best-of-thrilling-detective-1/.

Jul 19, 202329:59
X Minus One - To the Future by Ray Bradbury

X Minus One - To the Future by Ray Bradbury

This week, we have "To the Future," an episode of X Minus One that first aired on December 14, 1955. The episode is based on “The Fox and the Forest,” a short story by Ray Bradbury, first published in the U.S. in Collier’s magazine. It was also published in the U.K. edition of Argosy in 1950 under the title “Escape.”

Find more at athrillingpublication.com.

Jul 12, 202330:31
Our Miss Brooks - 4th of July Trip to Eagle Springs

Our Miss Brooks - 4th of July Trip to Eagle Springs

This week, we’ll take a little holiday break, with an episode of Our Miss Brooks, Fourth of July Trip to Eagle Springs. It was broadcast over CBS on July 3, 1949.

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Jul 04, 202330:30
The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - The Iron Coffin

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - The Iron Coffin

This week, we have an episode of The Adventures of Philip Marlowe, The Iron Coffin. It first aired on July 12, 1950, over CBS. Gerald Mohr stars as Marlowe.

For more on Thrilling Detective Pulp Tales, visit https://brickpicklemedia.com/thrilling-detectives-1/.

Jun 28, 202331:04