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Madison On The Air

Chrisi Talyn Sajewww.madisonontheair.com
Do you love old time radio? Don't know anything about old time radio? Well, if you enjoy comedy, we're the show for you. Follow Madison Standish, a modern day influencer, as she gets zapped back into the Golden Age of Radio. Actual OTR scripts adapted! It's as if the MST3K/Riff Trax guys were in the movies they riff. Every episode is stand-alone. Start at the beginning or jump to a title that grabs you. New episodes premiere the first of every month!
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Episodes

Ep. 30 - Dangerous Assignment - "Madison's Birthday"

On her first dangerous assignment as a government agent, Madison is sent to Haiti to retrieve lost anti-submarine plans. But Madison knows the assignment is really a cover story for her big birthday celebration! Madison accepts her Birthday Quest and travels deep into the Haitian jungle for the ultimate party. But obstacles stand in her way including a magazine photographer, a Haitian jungle guide, a folklore professor, a white plant man, and a boy in a leather flight jacket. And are those Vodou...

Apr 01, 202343 minSeason 3Ep. 30

Trailer - Dangerous Assignment - Ep. 30

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! On her first dangerous assignment as a government agent, Madison is sent to Haiti to retrieve lost anti-submarine plans. But Madison knows the assignment is really a cover story for her big birthday celebration! Madison accepts her Birthday Quest and travels deep into the Haitian jungle for the ultimate party. But obstacles stand her way including a magazine photographer, a Haitian jungle guide, a folklore professor, a white plant man, and a boy in a leather flight ja...

Mar 20, 20231 min

Ep. 29 - X Minus One - "The Embassy"

With an office in New York and an assistant to fetch her coffee, Madison is ready to be a detective in her own right. But when her very first client asks her to find Martians living in the city, will working the case prove he’s crazy, or drive Madison crazy? TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/xminusone29_transcript/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MadisonontheAir KOFI: https://ko-fi.com/mota CREDITS: Written/Produced/Edited: Chrisi Talyn Saje Original Music/Audio Engin...

Mar 01, 202335 minSeason 3Ep. 29

Madison on the Air - Comedy Audio Drama - Series Trailer

Have we been properly introduced? It's our "Madison on the Air" series trailer. Whether you love old time radio or have never heard a single episode, Madison is here for comedy and snarky commentary. We're in Year Three. Lots of titles/genres to choose from. All episodes are stand-alone. Start at the beginning or jump to a title that grabs you. Thanks for listening! Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Feb 27, 20231 min

Trailer - X Minus One - Ep. 29

FULL EPISODE NOW AVAILABLE! With an office in New York and an assistant to fetch her coffee, Madison is ready to be a detective in her own right. But when her very first client asks her to find Martians living in the city, will working the case prove he’s crazy, or drive Madison crazy? Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Feb 20, 20231 minSeason 3Ep. 29

Ep. 28 - The Wizard of Oz

**Our 2nd Anniversary Special!** Thanks to the Lux Radio Theater, we have this 1950 broadcast of "The Wizard of Oz." When Madison steps into the ruby slippers, her trip over the rainbow is a journey unlike any Dorothy could ever have dreamed up. The citizens of Oz will do their best to get Madison home, whether she wants to leave or not. TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/thewizardofoz_transcript/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MadisonontheAir KOFI: https://ko-fi.com/...

Feb 01, 202354 minSeason 3Ep. 28

Trailer - The Wizard of Oz - Ep. 28

FULL EPISODE NOW AVAILABLE **Our 2nd Anniversary Special!** Thanks to the Lux Radio Theater, we have this 1950 broadcast of “The Wizard of Oz.” When Madison steps into the ruby slippers, her trip over the rainbow is a journey unlike any Dorothy could ever have dreamed up. The citizens of Oz will do their best to get Madison home, whether she wants to leave or not. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Jan 20, 20231 min

Ep. 27 - Richard Diamond, Private Detective - "The Canary & The Seal"

CROSSOVER EPISODE WITH CANARY P.I. PODCAST ! When Madison and Canary both show up to Richard Diamond’s office while he’s out of town, the two will have to work together on a very unusual case. It’s diamonds, a double cross, and a very hungry sea lion. Can Canary P.I. work with a partner? Especially when that partner is Madison ? Grab a bag of Cheetos and join us for “The Canary and the Seal.” TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/richarddiamond27_transcript/ PATREON: https:/...

Jan 01, 202339 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Trailer - Richard Diamond, Private Detective - Ep. 27

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! CROSSOVER EPISODE WITH CANARY P.I. PODCAST ! When Madison and Canary both show up to Richard Diamond’s office while he’s out of town, the two will have to work together on a very unusual case. It’s diamonds, a double cross, and a very hungry sea lion. Can Canary P.I. work with a partner? Especially when that partner is Madison ? Grab a bag of Cheetos and join us for “The Canary and the Seal.” Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com...

Dec 20, 20221 min

Ep. 26 - Batman & Robin and Wonder Woman - "Christmas Special"

TWO Christmas Adventures in ONE! First, it’s Christmas Eve, yet it’s anything but a silent night when a villainous plot tries to keep Batman and Madison from a charity event at the Southside Mission! Then, stepping in for Diana Prince, Madison has to face one of Wonder Woman’s most evil foes who has done the unthinkable… kidnapped Santa! DON’T CHANGE THAT DIAL! It’s an action-packed holiday season! TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/batmanrobin_wonderwoman26_transcript/ P...

Dec 01, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Trailer - Batman & Robin/Wonder Woman - Ep. 26

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! TWO Christmas Adventures in ONE! First, it’s Christmas Eve, yet it’s anything but a silent night when a villainous plot tries to keep Batman and Madison from a charity event at the Southside Mission! Then, stepping in for Diana Prince, Madison has to face one of Wonder Woman’s most evil foes who has done the unthinkable… kidnapped Santa! DON’T CHANGE THAT DIAL! It’s an action-packed holiday season! Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com...

Nov 20, 20221 minSeason 2Ep. 26

Bonus Feature - Defense Attorney: Parricide, When Kids Kill Their Parents

In our episode of "Defense Attorney," a father worries his sons want to kill him for his money. A storyline found in a lot of OTR. But how often does parricide (murder of a parent or close family member) actually happen? CROSSOVER EPISODE! Join Madison as she chats with Keely from the true crime/paranormal podcast, Misty Mysteries ! Find us on the web at: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Nov 10, 202212 min

Ep. 25 - Defense Attorney - "The Joshua Masters' Case"

In the early 1950s, the show “Defense Attorney” centered around female attorney, Martha Ellis Bryant. Ah-mazing, right? So, natch, Madison had to put on her best Elle Woods and step in for the lady lawyer. The case: a wealthy elderly man worries that one of his three no-good sons is trying to kill him for the inheritance. Can Madison figure out just which son in time to stop a murder? And can she score with one of the other rich sons? (No judgement!) The defense won’t rest while Madison is on th...

Nov 01, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 25

Trailer - Defense Attorney - Ep. 25

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! In the early 1950s, the show “Defense Attorney” centered around female attorney, Martha Ellis Bryant. Ah-mazing, right? So, natch, Madison had to put on her best Elle Woods and step in for the lady lawyer. The case: a wealthy elderly man worries that one of his three no-good sons is trying to kill him for the inheritance. Can Madison figure out just which son in time to stop a murder? And can she score with one of the other rich sons? (No judgement!) The defense won’t...

Oct 20, 20221 min

Bonus Feature - Madison, War of the Worlds & Sci-Fi Remnant

Once again, freaky-deaky science-stuff has landed Madison someplace she wasn't expecting... on the Science Fiction Remnant podcast! Listen as she talks about her experience of the Martian invasion during "War of the Worlds" with Robert, Ray and Giancarlo! Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Oct 15, 202232 min

Bonus Feature - War of the Worlds: Truth about the Panic

Since the news splashed across the headlines following Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater's broadcast of "War of the Worlds," we've all been told the radio play caused widespread mayhem and panic. Are you ready to learn the actual facts of what happened? Karim Kronfli joins Madison to shed the truth on the story that is still being told today. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Oct 10, 202210 min

Ep. 24 - War of the Worlds - 1938 Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre

On October 30th, 1938, Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater re-envisioned the 1897 H.G. Wells’ classic “War of the Worlds” as a Halloween treat and created a global sensation. Adapted from Orson Welles’ adaptation, Madison embarks upon her own journey through the infamous Martian invasion in her hometown of Los Angeles across landmarks like the Griffith Park Observatory, Hollywood Boulevard and the La Brea Tar Pits. It’s Madison vs. Martians… who will survive the invasion? TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBS...

Oct 01, 202242 minSeason 2Ep. 24

Trailer - War of the Worlds - Ep. 24

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! On October 30th, 1938, Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater re-envisioned the 1897 H.G. Wells' classic "War of the Worlds" as a Halloween treat and created a global sensation. Adapted from Orson Welles' adaptation, Madison embarks upon her own journey through the infamous Martian invasion in her hometown of Los Angeles across landmarks like the Griffith Park Observatory, Hollywood Boulevard and the La Brea Tar Pits. It's Madison vs. Martians... who will survive the in...

Sep 20, 20221 min

Bonus Feature - Women, Gyms & Exercise

From not being "ladylike" to "Wellness Trends" to body sculpting to please your husband, women have had society frowning on them breaking a sweat. Madison talks with Julie Hoverson , the voice of the women's gym owner from our Philip Marlowe episode, about a brief history of women and working out. Find us on the web at: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Sep 10, 202212 min

Ep. 23 - The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - "Ladies' Night"

When Madison shows up at Philip Marlowe’s bachelor pad only to find him out of town, she’ll answer the call to help find Henrietta Lawrence, a young writer who disappeared under suspicious circumstances. With an editor of trashy romance, an ex-wrestler, an opportunistic assistant, and a Southern Belle, it’s a bloody girls’ night out. TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/philipmarlowe23_transcript/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MadisonontheAir KOFI: https://ko-fi.com/mo...

Sep 01, 202240 minSeason 2Ep. 23

Trailer - The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - Ep. 23

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! When Madison shows up at Philip Marlowe’s bachelor pad only to find him out of town, she’ll answer the call to help find Henrietta Lawrence, a young writer who disappeared under suspicious circumstances. With an editor of trashy romance, an ex-wrestler, an opportunistic assistant, and a Southern Belle, it’s a bloody girls’ night out. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Aug 20, 20221 min

Bonus Feature - Ladies of Law Enforcement

Join Madison and Sharon Grünwald for our brief history of women in law enforcement. Learn about the first policewoman in Chicago who protected children, a Texas Sheriff who filled her husband's shoes, the first female U.S. Marshal and the hard-fought appointment of women to the Texas Rangers. Find us at: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Aug 10, 20229 min

Ep. 22 - Tales of the Texas Rangers - "Blood Trail"

Sheriff Madison Standish (I know! Cool, right??) finds a murdered country doctor and enlists the help of Texas Ranger Jace Pearson to find his killer. It’s a good ol’ fashioned 1950’s Western with cattle ranchers, horses, guns, the hot desert and a great train escape. Can Madison hack it as a Texas Sheriff? Ranger Pearson sure has his work cut out for him. TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/talestexasrangers_transcript/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MadisonontheAir K...

Aug 01, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 22

Trailer - Tales of the Texas Rangers - Ep. 22

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! When Madison discovers a dead man in her hotel room, she tracks down crime writer Dan Holiday for help. Dan needs to prove Madison isn’t the killer before she gets targeted by the real killer. Will a dead body, a big time gangster, a disinterested police lieutenant and Madison make a good story for Dan’s next book? Perhaps… if they all make it out alive. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com...

Jul 20, 20221 min

Bonus Feature - Slang

From the beginnings of slang in language, to the Noir slang of OTR, to modern day. Madison and the "Hood" from our Box 13 episode, Scott Barry, talk about how we talk. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Jul 10, 20227 min

Ep. 21 - Box 13 - "Blackmail is Murder"

When Madison discovers a dead man in her hotel room, she tracks down crime writer Dan Holiday for help. Dan needs to prove Madison isn’t the killer before she gets targeted by the real killer. Will a dead body, a big time gangster, a disinterested police lieutenant and Madison make a good story for Dan’s next book? Perhaps… if they all make it out alive. TRANSCRIPT ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.madisonontheair.com/box13_transcript/ PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/c/MadisonontheAir KOFI: https://k...

Jul 01, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 21

Trailer - Box 13 - Ep. 21

FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW! When Madison discovers a dead man in her hotel room, she tracks down crime writer Dan Holiday for help. Dan needs to prove Madison isn't the killer before she gets targeted by the real killer. Will a dead body, a big time gangster, a disinterested police lieutenant and Madison make a good story for Dan's next book? Perhaps... if they all make it out alive. Find us on the web: MadisonOnTheAir.com...

Jun 20, 20221 min

Bonus Feature - Dogs of the Yukon

"The Challenge of the Yukon" showcases the brave Husky, King, who helps the North-West Mounted Police officer, Sergeant Preston. Now learn more about the dogs of the 1890's Klondike Gold Rush in our latest Mad Facts conversation featuring Matthew Burd . Find us at: MadisonOnTheAir.com

Jun 10, 202210 min
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