Gary Cooper (Sergeant York, High Noon) hosts this Family Theater radio drama originally broadcast April 27, 1949. Shelley Winters (Poseidon Adventure) and Henry Morgan (MASH) were both at the start of their long careers in Hollywood when they agreed to be on Father Peyton's radio show. This restored version is introduced by Father David Guffey, CSC.

Jack Haley (Wizard of Oz-Tin Man) hosts this episode of Family Theater originally broadcast on March 23, 1949. World War II was still very much in people's minds. This a story of the bond among soldiers and the universal need for prayer. The show was originally produced by Father Patrick Peyton. This restored version is introduced by Father David Guffey, CSC.

Hedda Hopper, legendary entertainment journalist, and Dan Dailey (My Baby Smiles at Me) star in this episode originally broadcast March on the Family Theater Radio Show. Comedian Fred Allen hosts.

Dennis Day hosts this episode of Family Theater Radio Show, starring Ann Blyth (Mildred Piece) and Philip Terry (Lost Weekend). The show was originally produced by Father Patrick Peyton and broadcast live on March 2, 1949. This restored version is introduced by Father David Guffey, CSC.

Jack Benny hosts this week’s show, starring Dan O'Herlihy and Rod O'Connor, telling the tragic story of Francis Thompson, mystic and poet who found grace in the midst of much suffering. Originally broadcast in 1949, the program has been digitally remastered and is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey, C.S.C.

The great Ethel Barrymore narrates the story of the Passion of Jesus Christ, a story heard in these days leading up to Easter. Originally broadcast in 1947, the program has been digitally remastered and is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey, C.S.C.

Glenn Langan and Rita Wilson play a couple who have suffered one of the greatest losses possible, the death of a child. What could help heal their hearts and open their lives again? Meet Tommy an orphaned boy. Originally broadcast in 1949, the program has been digitally remastered and is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey, C.S.C.

Guy Madison played all-America hero types in "golden age" Hollywood movies. In this show he plays a stranger who comes to town and changes lives with his coaching, but can he convince people that he has changed? The play also stars Coleen Townsend and is hosted by John Lund. Originally broadcast in 1949, the program has been digitally remastered and is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey, C.S.C.

Jimmy Gleason and Nancy Olson star in this classic radio play from Family Theater Productions. Gleason plays Brownie, a third shift elevator operator who observes unfolding drama and helps lift people up. This remastered classic originally aired with a live orchestra on April 6, 1949. It is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey, CSC.

Hollywood legend Edmund Gwenn (Santa in Miracle on 34th Street) narrates this delightful Irish tale of a precocious leprechaun. The radio play is hosted by academy award winning actor, Ray Milland (Lost Weekend). Originally broadcast live from Hollywood on March 16, 1949, the show is presented here remastered, with a new introduction from Father David Guffey of Family Theater Productions.

Family Theater Productions presents this remastered family radio play from January 1949. The Host is Lizabeth Scott. The play tells the story of a boy, David, drawn to show business and the mentor who helped him. David in youth is played by a young Dean Stockwell (Quantum Leap, Battle Star Galactica) and the older David by the great Lionel Barrymore (great uncle to Drew, known best as Mr. Potter in It’s a Wonderful Life). Presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey.

Family Theater Productions and Father David Guffey present this remastered family radio play from February 1949. Roddy McDowall hosts. Anne Revere played some strong mothers in films like Song of Bernadette, National Velvet, and Gentleman’s Agreement. In this story she again plays a mother whose sons are called to war. At the time of this broadcast, many families were still mourning the loss of their loved ones or waiting for them to come home. Based on a true story, fitting for the upcoming Presidents’ Holiday.

Family Theater Productions presents this remastered family radio play from January 1949. The Host is Adolphe Menjou. This is a story of an English war orphan sent to live with her aunt Helen(Jeanne Bates) in New York City. It stars Gigi Perreau, Peter Miles, Steven Dunne and Jeanne Bates. Gigi Perreau was just a child at this time but went on to act as an adult on TV and on stage. Father David Guffey offers interesting insights.

Joan Leslie plays multiple roles in this radio play showing the resolve and strength of women through generations. This radio show was aired live on January 19, 1949, in the wake of WWII. It also stars Barry Kroeger and Robert Young. The show has been remastered by Family Theater productions, with a new introduction by Father David Guffey.

Actor John Beal (Trip to the Bountiful, 12 Angry Men) hosts this show starring Jack Smith (Known as "The Man wth A Smile in his Voice), and Janet Waldo, (The Woman of 1000 voices, including: Judy Jetson, Morticia Adams on the animated series, and many others). The show aired live on December 8, 1948. A special message on family comes at the conclusion of the show.

Hosted by Edward G. Robinson and stars Pat O'Brien(Knute Rockne All American, Angels with Dirty Faces) who plays a priest retiring from a beloved assignment as a prison chaplain to take on a new role in a parish. This remastered classic first aired March 25, 1947. Presented her with a new introduction from Father David Guffey.

The great Beulah Bondi (It's A Wonderful Life) plays a teacher who really cares for her students including a struggling girl, played by Jeanne Cagney(Yankee Doodle Dandy). Don McNeil, popular morning radio personality, hosts the show which originally aired on February 2, 1949.

FBI director, J Edgar Hoover, hosted this radio story, starring Ruth Hussey (Philadelphia Story) and Glenn Langan(Dragonwyck, Margie) who play a couple struggling to keep together in the WWII era. This remastered show aired live on January 1, 1948, and is presented here with a new introduction from Father David Guffey.

Child actress, Margaret O'Brien, plays a blind girl who makes a Christmas wish, and sees more than most ever see. Also stars the original singer on the Jack Benny Radio Show, Kenny Baker, who shares his talents in this episode. This program originally aired live December 22, 1948, and is presented here with remastered audio and a new introduction from Father David Guffey.

Classic Radio Podcast-Stars Margaret O'Brien, and Kenny Baker by Family Theater Classic Radio