Wayback Radio Theater Podcast

Desperate times call for desperate measures. So, what happens when you drive a man to desperation?

A serial killer is on the prowl but Eve and Philip find refuge on a secluded island.

A rare first edition Shakespeare has been taken in a burglary. Johnny's assignment: recover the stolen volume... if he can.

What mysteries lurk in the depths below our feet? Professor Dale and his companions set out on a quest to answer that question.

Mrs. Pierce wants only the best for her son, Fred. An English war bride is not exactly what she had in mind.

Detective Joey Noel investigates an unusual warehouse robbery. An original Christmas story written by Kay Lutz.

Three double indemnity claims in a nine year period? It certainly has an aroma. America's fabulous freelance insurance investigator is on the case.

Forget gift horses! NEVER look a gift Mocratian banded furtail in the mouth. Seriously!

Wayback Radio Theater proudly presents the latest episode of Mickey Slammer, Intragalactic Private Eye, written by Kay Lutz

When an old flame threatens to disrupt Peter Houston's marriage., he takes steps to prevent that from happening.

Gildersleeve is considering running for Mayor but what are his chances? He takes an informal poll to test the political waters.

Wally Johnson seems to be the perfect match for Martha Ward. She has no idea that he intends to drive her insane.

Gildersleeve resolves to balance his checkbook but the interruptions seem never-ending.

There's nothing like a challenge for the holidays. The followers of the prophet, Robert's Son, Davie, hire Mickey to find a stolen venerated icon that is essential to their winter solstice celebrations.

Gildersleeve is planning a big Christmas Eve dinner for family and friends but Birdie is off her game - and for good reason.

We revisit an original script written and first performed in 2009. This performance is from our live Christmas party presentation on Dec. 10th, 2022.

An original Christmas play by Patrick Gabridge. Jeffrey's Christmas is full of surprises but not the kind he was expecting.

Please note: This play is not recommended for younger children.

An original Christmas play by Patrick Gabridge set sometime in the future. The troubling question is... how far?

Birdie is away and Gildersleeve needs help! Aunt Hattie is more than happy to come to the rescue.

One suitor doesn't divide up very well between two sisters.

A dark country crossroad is the ideal place for a murder. Or is it?

It's Saint Patrick's Day and Gildersleeve just found a four-leaf clover. Will this be his ticket to nirvana?

Gildersleeve hopes to impress his neighbors with a fancy dinner but it proves to be more of a challenge than he originally envisioned.

Embezzler, Albert Adams, and wife, Blanche, set out in search of the good life but a chance meeting on a dark road brings ominous consequences.

An original play written by Wayback Radio Theater member, Darrell Heckman.

A restaurant owner in need of some quick cash concocts a rare bird sighting in hopes of boosting his bottom line.

An original play written by Wayback Radio Theater member, John Greenway.

With a trusty peacemaker on his nightstand, George Adams is ready for anything. Or is he?

Wayback Radio Theater presents an original story of time travel and revenge written by and presented through the kind permission of Patrick Gabridge. Copyright 2013 by the author.

Famous or not, last words are important to Ultima Verbatists. A grieving mother offers a handsome reward and Mickey finds herself entangled in "the easiest case" she's ever had.

Adapted from an un-produced Suspense script. A young woman embarks on a desperate journey to reunite with the man she loves.

A solid citizen is arrested for joyriding but when Mickey tries to find out why, she uncovers a conspiracy to end all conspiracies ... or does she?

Having run afoul of the Magruder political machine, Gildersleeve decides to end his quest to become Summerfield's mayor.

It's springtime in Summerfield and Gildersleeve is sprucing up his yard. Up on the agenda: removing a dead elm tree.

The Great Zantini faces death every time he steps out onto the high wire but now he is playing an even more dangerous game.

In a galaxy where there's dirt behind every moon and evil empires compete for the souls of sentient beings, one woman does her best to even the score. From the red dust of ancient Mars to the crystalline towers of Precipitous 4, Mickey Slammer, intragalactic private eye, uncovers the truth - for a fee.

When Park Commissioner Clanahan decides to cancel the annual Easter Egg Hunt, it's Gildersleeve to the rescue!

A hideously deformed woman will stop at nothing in her quest to become young and beautiful if only for a short time.

A man is accused of murder. The only thing that stands between him and a death sentence is the strange woman he claims to have met in the park. But is she even real?

Sam Spade in a lonely hearts club? It's all in a day's work as he investigates the death of a young reporter. But will Sam, too, find the silver key to happiness?

Are you looking for a special book? A book full of insights and surprises? One you just can't put down? Then grab your library card and check out "The Librarian's Aide" an original production written by Kay Lutz and directed by Linda Rasmussen. This live performance stars Ivan Cury and Beverly Washburn.

Sam witnesses a contract killing but the police think he did it. His only way out is to find out who ordered the hit.

Sam is hired to ensure the safe delivery of a valuable antique tankard to its new owner but finds himself investigating a suspicious death instead. This live performance features Ivan Cury as Sam Spade.

Rick agrees to help his friend, Swifty Miller, keep tabs on a magazine company bookkeeper but the job quickly becomes more than he bargained for.

After fifteen years in the desert, an old prospector appears at Martin Wilkins' door with an intriguing proposition.

Two lovers learn that even a minor crime can have major consequences. Ivan Cury and Beverly Washburn star in this live performance.

Is there any honor among thieves? With the unseen hand of Retribution lurking in the wings, it really doesn't matter.

Veteran newspaperman, Perry Brown, and his photographer, Al Vogel, are in for an unforgettable Christmas Eve adventure when their editor gives them a very special and important assignment.

George and Louise Adams are about to lose their home. Can an act of desperation save them from ruin?

Gildersleeve is planning a big Christmas dinner for family and friends but Birdie is off her game - and for good reason.

This live performance was recorded at our 2009 Christmas party. The script was written for the final Friends of Oldtime Radio script competition and took the second place prize that year.

Beverly Washburn stars in this original production written and directed by John Greenway and inspired by the oldtime radio show from the 1950s. Candy investigates the disappearance of an up and coming jazz singer in this live performance.

A true story of the American Civil War. It's 1861 and Alfred Wheeler has enlisted in the Union Army. His family anxiously awaits his letters and prays for his safe return.

This original production stars Nick Wrycha as Alfred Wheeler with Dan Schindler as best friend, Tom Higgins. They are joined by special guest stars Cliff Carpenter, as the Grandfather, and Jean Rouverol Butler as the Mother.

Leila hears a strange noise in the night and it's Gildersleeve to the rescue.

Aunt Hattie is in love. But who is the object of her affection?

Gildy's campaign for mayor is off to a rocky start until he is invited to be the principal speaker at the local grammar school's Arbor Day festivities.

Gildersleeve's efforts to craft the perfect election platform are sidetracked by the need to look for Leroy's missing dog.

Gildersleeve is having a loveless and forlorn Valentine's Day when an intriguing anonymous card appears in his office mail.

It's New Year's Day and Gildersleeve has big plans for the upcoming year.

It's the day after Christmas and all through the house... Everyone is experiencing a bit of cabin fever.

It's the day before Christmas and Gildersleeve enlists the aid of the Jolly Boys to help him search for his missing niece.

Gildersleeve doesn't approve of Marjorie's, boyfriend. After a quarrel, his niece is nowhere to be found.

Leila is in arrears on her water bill and the Commissioner finds himself in a ticklish situation.

Gildersleeve has a house guest - a famous concert pianist who is visiting Summerfield.

The Jolly Boys are off on an expedition. Their quarry - a Moose!

Gildersleeve awakes in the middle of the night with chest pains but Doctor Pettibone is no help at all.

Supervised after-school play is on the school board's agenda but Gildersleeve believes that boys should be allowed to be boys.

School starts next week and for Gildersleeve it can't happen any too soon but he does have some reservations about the new lady principal.

With Gildersleeve's impending nuptuals only a week away, Judge Hooker invites the great man to a bachelor dinner in his honor.

Gildersleeve is at odds with the city controller over his proposal to purchase a filter for the municipal water system.

Gildersleeve leads an effort to start a community victory garden but who will get the credit?

Gildersleeve is invited to join a club whose members include the movers and shakers in Summerfield.

It's Valentine's Day in Summerfield and Gildy's mailbox is bulging thanks to a little help from his nephew, Leroy.

Birdie is going home to visit her brother who is on leave from the army. How will Gildersleeve and his family get along without her?

Gildy is feeling guilty about not doing enough for the war effort so he decides to dedicate his entire day to winning the war.

Remastered August 15, 2022

Gildersleeve's new summer attire attracts the ladies a bit too well and he suddenly finds himself triple-booked for the USO dance.

Marjorie donates an old copy of "Gone With the Wind" to a book drive for servicemen. What she doesn't realize is that the book is more valuable than it appears.

Old Man Dark has lured Hezick and Monk into an enchanted forest and they fear they may never find their way home. But it's always darkest before the dawn. Starring Kathy Garver as Hezick.

Hezick and Monk are lost a long way from home. They meet Sarge, a farm dog, who wants to help them but first he has some problems of his own. Starring Kathy Garver as Hezick.

Hezick wants to leave the carnival but is there any way to escape? His friend, Monk, may have the answer. Starring Kathy Garver as Hezick.

Hezick goes to a carnival and makes some new friends. Pretty soon, he finds himself on the way to becoming a circus dog. Starring Kathy Garver as Hezick.

A little girl's favorite stuffed dog miraculously comes to life and befriends a black cat. But is that really a good idea? Starring Kathy Garver as Hezick.