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Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

Brett Orchard
Brett’s Old Time Radio Show
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  • Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

    Sherlock Holmes Mystery for Sleep 🔍 | The Notorious Canary Trainer Brett's Old Time Radio Show 1292

    2026/05/19 | 28 mins.
    🔍 Tonight on Brett’s Old Time Radio Show: Sherlock Holmes — The Notorious Canary Trainer

    Broadcast from our home studio overlooking beautiful Lyme Bay between Beer and Seaton, tonight we head into the fog-covered streets of London for one of the greatest detective stories ever told.

    Join Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson for a classic old time radio mystery filled with intrigue, deduction and vintage atmosphere. Whether you're settling in for bed, relaxing after a long day or simply love classic detective stories, this is the perfect late-night escape.

    Tonight’s episode:
    The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes — The Notorious Canary Trainer

    Close your eyes, dim the lights and let the world fade for a while.

    Subscribe for daily old time radio, classic mysteries, vintage suspense and cosy night-time listening.

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  • Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

    Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1291, Suspense - Two Birds With One Stone

    2026/05/18 | 30 mins.
    🎙️ America’s Most Chilling Radio Drama… as Your Perfect Night-Time Listen

    Hello, I’m Brett Orchard, and welcome back to Brett’s Old Time Radio Show — your nightly escape into the world of classic radio, old time stories, and timeless audio drama, from my studio overlooking the quiet waters between Beer and Seaton looking out across Lyme Bay in the UK 🌙🌊

    Tonight’s episode comes from one of the greatest and most atmospheric radio series ever made: Suspense — the legendary Theatre of Thrills. Famous for its haunting storytelling, dramatic twists, and unforgettable performances, Suspense became one of America’s most loved radio dramas for good reason.

    This evening’s story is Suspense - Two Birds With One Stone — a beautifully written slice of vintage radio suspense, perfect for listeners who enjoy classic thrillers, old time radio mysteries, and those wonderfully eerie late-night productions from the golden age of broadcasting.

    So whether you’re winding down for the evening, listening in bed, struggling to sleep, or simply looking for a comforting night-time companion, settle in and let the world fade for a while. There’s something very special about old radio in the dark.

    If you enjoy old time radio, vintage suspense, classic audio drama, radio mysteries, and relaxing night-time listening, you’re in exactly the right place.

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    If you enjoy the show, please follow, subscribe, and share it. It really helps more listeners discover these wonderful classic radio dramas — and helps keep this nightly tradition going.

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  • Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

    Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1290, Dad's Army - Museum Piece

    2026/05/17 | 29 mins.
    Dad’s Army | Sunday Night Classic Comedy & Cosy Old Time Radio from Lyme Bay

    Hello you, Brett here — and welcome to a very special Sunday night edition of Brett’s Old Time Radio Show, broadcasting from my cosy corner of Lyme Bay.

    Dad's Army - Museum Piece

    Tonight, we’re settling in with the timeless comfort of Dad’s Army, one of Britain’s best-loved classic comedies and a true golden-era favourite. Full of gentle humour, unforgettable characters, wartime nostalgia and that wonderfully familiar feeling of Sunday evenings gone by, Dad’s Army is the perfect way to wind down before the week begins again.

    Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones, Private Pike and the rest of the Walmington-on-Sea Home Guard, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest.

    For many listeners, Sunday night is about slowing down, switching off and finding something comforting to end the weekend with — and that’s exactly what this little corner of old time radio is all about.

    So make yourself comfortable, put the kettle on, dim the lights, and join me for another cosy journey back into the golden age of radio.

    If you enjoy classic British comedy, old time radio, vintage BBC comedy, nostalgic Sunday night listening, bedtime audio, calm evening storytelling and timeless characters, you’re very welcome here.

    Subscribe for daily old time radio, classic mystery, vintage suspense, golden age comedy and calm night-time listening from beautiful Lyme Bay.

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  • Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

    Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1289, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar — The Henderson Matter

    2026/05/16 | 1h 11 mins.
    Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true old time radio favourite —
    Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar — The Henderson Matter

    If you enjoy ending the day with something sharp, atmospheric, and quietly gripping, this is a lovely one to put on tonight. Johnny Dollar brings that unmistakable blend of vintage detective drama, radio noir, and clever old-school storytelling that still sounds beautifully rich all these years later.

    For many listeners, Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show is part of a nightly wind-down — a chance to switch off, relax, and disappear for a while into the voices and mysteries of another era. Tonight’s episode fits that perfectly.

    So whether you’re easing into your Saturday night, having a late drink, or looking for a little calm company before sleep, this is a fine one to settle in with.

    Tonight’s episode: Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar — The Henderson Matter

    Please follow, subscribe, and share with someone who loves classic radio, vintage mystery, and calm late-night listening with Brett Orchard.

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  • Brett’s Old Time Radio Show

    Brett's Old Time Radio Show Episode 1288, Philo Vance — The Blue Penny Murder Case

    2026/05/15 | 28 mins.
    Tonight on Brett’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a stylish classic radio mystery — Philo Vance — The Blue Penny Murder Case

    If you enjoy ending the day with something atmospheric, intelligent, and full of old-school intrigue, this is a lovely one to put on tonight. Philo Vance brings a very different kind of detective story — sharp, elegant, and quietly gripping, where wit and observation matter just as much as the mystery itself.

    For many listeners, Brett Orchard's Old Time Radio Show is part of a nightly wind-down — a chance to switch off, relax, and disappear for a while into the voices and storytelling of another era. Tonight’s episode fits that perfectly.

    So whether you’re easing out of a busy Friday, listening with a late drink, or looking for a little calm company before sleep, this is a fine one to settle in with.

    Tonight’s episode: Philo Vance — The Blue Penny Murder Case

    Please follow, subscribe, and share with someone who loves classic radio, vintage mystery, and calm late-night listening.

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    #PhiloVance #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #VintageMystery #BedtimeListening #brettorchard
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About Brett’s Old Time Radio Show
Hello you,I’m Brett Orchard, and welcome to Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, broadcasting from my cosy corner of Lyme Bay in the UK. If you love old time radio, classic radio drama, vintage mystery, and that wonderfully calm late-night feeling of slipping back into another era, you’re in the right place. Each evening, I bring you a carefully chosen classic from the golden age of radio, with a little friendly Brett chat before we settle in together. Expect Suspense, Sherlock Holmes, Dangerous Assignment, Hancock’s Half Hour, Dad’s Army, Philo Vance, Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, The Man Called X, and plenty more timeless favourites from the archives. For many listeners, this show is part of a nightly wind-down, a chance to relax, switch off, and enjoy the comforting voices and storytelling of another time. Perfect for bedtime listening, quiet company at night, or anyone who loves classic radio, nostalgia, and a calmer end to the day. Find more from Brett Orchard at dayslikethis.life. If you enjoy the show, please follow or subscribe and share it with someone who loves old time radio too.
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