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Brett Orchard

Hello you,

I’m Brett Orchard, and welcome to Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — a little corner of the internet where the lights go down, the modern world can wait, and some of the greatest stories from radio’s golden age come back to life.

Three nights a week, I’ll be here with a carefully chosen classic, a little friendly Brett chat, and some good old-fashioned late-night company.

If you love old time radio, classic radio drama, vintage mysteries, suspense, comedy and espionage, you’re very much in the right place.

Along the way you’ll hear favourites including 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 treasures from the archives.

For many listeners, the show has become part of the evening routine — something to put on when the day is done, the house is quiet and you fancy escaping into another time for a while. Whether you’re listening in bed, working late, travelling, or simply enjoying a quiet drink at the end of the day, you’re always welcome here.

And this show is only one part of my world.

Away from the microphone, I’m an author, broadcaster and content creator, sharing family adventures, stories, books, travel, nostalgia and everyday life through DaysLikeThis.Life, alongside Vikki, George, William and Lola.

So if you’ve discovered me through old time radio, come and have a look at everything else we’re getting up to — and if you’ve arrived here from DaysLikeThis.Life, welcome to the quieter side of things.

You’ll find the whole lot at:

dayslikethis.life

If you enjoy the show, please follow or subscribe, leave a review if your platform allows it, and perhaps share it with someone who’d appreciate a little old-fashioned radio company too.

For now though, get comfortable.

I’m Brett Orchard.

And this is Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show.

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#1416
Sunday · 30 min
Dad’s Army: Sergeant, Save My Boy! on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1416
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Sergeant, Save My Boy! One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1415
Friday · 30 min
Hancock’s Half Hour - The Election Candidate on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1415
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Election Candidate Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1414
Wednesday · 26 min
Dangerous Assignment - Ghost Ship on Brett's Radio Show Halloween Special Episode 1414
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment - Ghost Ship — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1413
October 25 · 29 min
Dad’s Army: Boots, Boots, Boots on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1413
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Boots, Boots, Boots One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1412
October 23 · 30 min
Hancock’s Half Hour, The Americans Hit Town on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1412
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Americans Hit Town Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1411
October 21 · 30 min
Dangerous Assignment - Heinrich Schwandorff on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1411
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment - Heinrich Schwandorff — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1410
October 18 · 29 min
Dad’s Army: Put That Light Out! on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1410
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Put That Light Out! One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1409
October 16 · 31 min
Hancock’s Half Hour: Around The World in 80 Days on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1409
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: Around The World in 80 Days Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1408
October 14 · 26 min
Dangerous Assignment - Black Market in Jewels on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1408
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment - Black Market in Jewels — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1407
October 11 · 28 min
Dad’s Army, If The Cap Fits on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1407
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: If The Cap Fits One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1406
October 9 · 31 min
Hancock’s Half Hour, Hancock's School on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1406
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: Hancock's School. Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1405
October 7 · 25 min
Dangerous Assignment - Dr Mitsuko Kidnapped on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1404
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment - Dr Mitsuko Kidnapped — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1404
October 4 · 20 min
Dad’s Army, Don't Forget the Diver on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1404
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Don't Forget the Diver One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1403
October 2 · 30 min
Hancock’s Half Hour, The Unexploded Bomb on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1403
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Unexploded Bomb. Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1402
September 30 · 25 min
Dangerous Assignment, Family Squabble on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1402
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment: Family Squabble — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1401
September 27 · 1 hr 1 min
Dad’s Army: Present Arms on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1401
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Present Arms One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1400
September 25 · 30 min
Hancock’s Half Hour, The Publicity Photograph Episode 1400 on Brett's Radio Show
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Publicity Photograph. Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1399
September 23 · 25 min
Dangerous Assignment: Arnold Freed Kidnapped on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1399
Wednesday night means another appointment with the golden age of radio. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, Brian Donlevy stars as international troubleshooter Steve Mitchell in Dangerous Assignment: Arnold Freed Kidnapped — a classic slice of radio espionage packed with secret missions, shadowy enemies and vintage suspense. It’s the perfect midweek escape: the day is done, the lights are lower, and for a little while we can leave the modern world behind and disappear into another era. So whether you’re settling down with a late drink, listening in bed or simply looking for some good old-fashioned company, get comfortable and join me. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DangerousAssignment #OldTimeRadio #ClassicRadio #SpyThriller #BrettOrchard
#1398
September 20 · 29 min
Dad’s Army: Sons of the Sea on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1398
Sunday night means easing gently into the week with an old favourite. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re heading back to Walmington-on-Sea for Dad’s Army: Sons of the Sea One of Britain’s best-loved comedies, Dad’s Army has that wonderful mixture of gentle humour, familiar characters and wartime nostalgia — the sort of programme that still somehow carries the comforting feeling of Sunday evenings, family television and a much less hurried world. Whether you grew up with Captain Mainwaring, Sergeant Wilson, Corporal Jones and Private Pike, or you’re discovering them for the first time, this is classic British comedy at its warmest. So put the kettle on, get comfortable and let’s leave Monday behind for a little while. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #DadsArmy #ClassicBritishComedy #OldTimeRadio #BritishComedy #BrettOrchard
#1397
September 18 · 30 min
Hancock’s Half Hour: The Insurance Policy on Brett's Radio Show Episode 1397
Friday night means it’s time to put the week down for a while. Tonight on Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show, we’re settling in with a true British comedy classic — Hancock’s Half Hour: The Insurance Policy. Tony Hancock is in wonderfully grumbling form, joined by Sid James, Bill Kerr, Kenneth Williams and Hattie Jacques for another slice of that unmistakable BBC radio magic. It’s exactly the sort of programme Friday nights were made for — something familiar, funny and wonderfully uncomplicated while you make a late cuppa, pour a drink or simply switch off from the week. So get comfortable and join me for a little old-fashioned radio company before the weekend properly begins. Brett Orchard’s Old Time Radio Show — classic radio and late-night company every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Discover more from Brett Orchard and the wider DaysLikeThis.Life world at dayslikethis.life. #HancocksHalfHour #TonyHancock #OldTimeRadio #ClassicBritishComedy #BrettOrchard

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