As a part of "Sounds Like Yesterday", a weekly series heard on the
Yesterday USA radio network, there is a segment from time
called "Radio Was There". This is the first episode of the
series which features recordings of breaking news and events.
We are offering the programs in the clear and as produced on the
Sonnds Like Yesterday with full background information.
For an mp3 of both the raw audio and the fully produced show for $4 click the button below.
For a cd copy (3 audio cds) of the raw audio for $10 click below.
For a cd copy (3 audio cds) of the produced program $10 click below.
WBZ Hurricane Carol 08/31/54
The 680' TV tower crashes down on the radio station
while they are on the air!
CBS Tribute to WHAS Flood Coverage 1937
WHAS Flood Documentary
A Look at how WHAS covered the Ohio River Floof of
1937
WFBR/WSM/WHAS Flood Covergae 01/27/37
This the only known coverage of this event.
It is a rare piece of sound!)
WHDH Mine Disaster 11/03/58
WPLO 1962 Plane Crash 06/02/62
Empire State Building B52 Crash 07/28/45
This recording features coverage from Mutual, ABC
and NBC radio.
USS Squalus Submarine Disaster NBC Radio 05/23/39
RFK Assassination Coverage CBS Radio 06/05/68