25 episodes

New Stories; Vintage Vibes!
Take an exciting leap back in time to celebrate the tradition of radio drama! Shortwave Kitsch is a comedic peek into a slice of history that’ll keep you wanting more! Each show is a new work written, performed, and recorded by local Charlestonians in front of a live audience. Every episode will be available here on the modern-day interwebs so you never have to miss out on any of our stories as we travel back in time, through space, out into the great Wild West, and all around the world.
Come with us on your next adventure and hold on tight for this thrilling ride! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shortwavekitschradioshow/support

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    • 5.0 • 4 Ratings

New Stories; Vintage Vibes!
Take an exciting leap back in time to celebrate the tradition of radio drama! Shortwave Kitsch is a comedic peek into a slice of history that’ll keep you wanting more! Each show is a new work written, performed, and recorded by local Charlestonians in front of a live audience. Every episode will be available here on the modern-day interwebs so you never have to miss out on any of our stories as we travel back in time, through space, out into the great Wild West, and all around the world.
Come with us on your next adventure and hold on tight for this thrilling ride! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shortwavekitschradioshow/support

    Hollywood Hunters - “There's No Such Thing as a Tree Lunch!”

    Hollywood Hunters - “There's No Such Thing as a Tree Lunch!”

    Shortwave Kitsch

    Season 3, Episode 5

    Hollywood Hunters - “There's No Such Thing as a Tree Lunch!”



    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Synopsis: 

    In the latest episode of "Hollywood Hunters," Patty Odd and Jesse Ball find themselves facing their biggest challenge yet when they encounter Lola Thistlewood, a mystical being with dreams of stardom. Determined to help Lola break into the film industry, Patty and Jesse concoct a daring publicity stunt to showcase her talent. However, their plans take an unexpected turn when Lola is suddenly kidnapped by two inept criminals, Sammy and Mugsy. As Patty and Jesse race to rescue Lola, they find themselves caught in a whirlwind of chaos, deception, and astonishing revelations. Will they be able to save Lola and salvage their reputations in the cutthroat world of Hollywood?



    Cast:

    Lizzie Harris - Patty Odd

    Phillip Cingolani - Jessie Ball

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Lola Thistlewood

    Brandon L. Joyner - Everett Van Buren

    Michael Catangay - Sammy Caruso

    Angel Ortiz - Mugsy Malone

    Fred Hutter - Delivery Boy



    “Pioneer Soup Company Commercial” 

    Lizzie Harris - Alice Whitaker

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Clara Winslow

    Larry Perewiznyk - Grover Whitaker

    Fred Hutter - Sherman Winslow



    Song - "That Means Your Beautiful"

    Sung by Brandon L. Joyner

    Music by Pedro M. Toro 

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - "Until Next Time"

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Narrated by David Joyner 



    “Hollywood Hunters Theme” by Pedro M. Toro 

    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro 



    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash



    Production Team:

    Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash



    Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

    Recorded by: Matt Ciclon



    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 

    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler



    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!



    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow 

    For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.

    Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 35 min
    To Whom It May Concern… - “And Then There's Fraud!”

    To Whom It May Concern… - “And Then There's Fraud!”

    Shortwave Kitsch

    Season 3, Episode 4



    To Whom It May Concern… - “And Then There's Fraud!”

    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Synopsis: 

    In the heart of the glittering art world, Adriana Agony is thrust into a whirlwind of mystery when she receives a cryptic letter from the esteemed Felicity Bigelow. With Inspector Cunningham by her side, they embark on a mission to safeguard priceless treasures from the clutches of potential thieves. Amidst the opulence of a grand gala, they encounter Percival Smythe, Felicity's enigmatic financial advisor, whose motives remain shrouded in suspicion. As tensions simmer and secrets unravel, Adriana faces a pivotal moment that could alter the course of the investigation. Will her intuition guide her true, or will unforeseen twists lead them astray? Tune in to the next captivating episode of "To Whom It May Concern..." as Adriana navigates the treacherous waters of deception and intrigue, where every step forward brings her closer to the truth... or peril.



    Cast:

    Maddie Casto - Adriana Agony

    Brandon L. Joyner - Reginald

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Felicity Bigelow

    Jay Shadix - Inspector Frederick Cunningham 

    Michael Catangay - Percival Smythe



    “Tower Optics Camera Commercial” 

    Tiffany Parker Copeland -  Cat Kilpatrick

    Brandon L. Joyner - Jay Kilpatrick

    Michael Catangay - Tom Abbott

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Detective 

    Destiny Robinson - Photographer 



    Song - "The Swingin’ Spider Samba"

    Sung by Tiffany Parker Copeland, Maddie Casto & Kristen N. Granet 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro 

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - "Until Next Time"

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Narrated by David Joyner 



    “To Whom It May Concern… Theme” by Pedro M. Toro 



    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro 

    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash



    Production Team:

    Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

    Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

    Recorded by: Matt Ciclon

    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 



    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler



    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!



    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow

    Read episode transcripts! (Coming Soon!) 

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.

    Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 39 min
    Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Lifestyles of the Letch and Heinous!”

    Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Lifestyles of the Letch and Heinous!”

    Shortwave Kitsch

    Season 3, Episode 3

    Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity - “Lifestyles of the Letch and Heinous!”



    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 





    Synopsis: 

    Former FBI agent turned detective, Jack Finger, teams up with his new partner, Maxine Turner, to investigate a murder at a wealthy mansion. As they delve into the case, they uncover illegal gambling operations and face off against dangerous suspects. Tensions rise as Jack's reckless methods clash with Maxine's eagerness to prove herself. Can they solve the case and bring the perpetrators to justice? Tune in to find out in this action-packed crime thriller.



    Cast:

    Larry Perewiznyk - Jack Finger

    Fred Hutter - Captain Dunkeld

    Lizzie Mears - Maxine Turner

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Peggy Flynn

    Phillip Cingolani - Sammy Jenkins

    Angel Ortiz - Eddie Sullivan 



    “Electroshock Circuitry Workshop” 

    Brandon L. Joyner - Melvin Walker

    Michael Catangay - Clay Walker

    Lizzie Harris - Susie Walker



    Song - "One Note Serenade"

    Sung by Luciana Marcial-Vincion

    Music by Pedro M. Toro 

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - "Until Next Time"

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Narrated by David Joyner 



    “Fidelity, Bravery, Integrity Theme” by Pedro M. Toro 



    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro 

    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash



    Production Team:

    Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

    Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

    Recorded by: Matt Ciclon

    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 



    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler



    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!



    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow

    Read episode transcripts! (Coming Soon!) 

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 32 min
    Extra Intelligence - “No Job is Finished Until the Paperwork is Done”

    Extra Intelligence - “No Job is Finished Until the Paperwork is Done”

    Shortwave Kitsch
    Season 3, Episode 2

    Extra Intelligence - “No Job is Finished Until the Paperwork is Done”



    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 





    Synopsis: 

    Castor Lovis faces a daunting task as he must retrieve a mysterious device left behind during a risky mission. With the help of his resourceful young roommate, Jonas Graf, Castor devises a plan to recover the device from the clutches of Wolfgang Klein, a cunning adversary within the Nazi intelligence. But, will Castor and his faithful sidekick be able to stop Wolfgang before it aids those willing and wanting the destruction of the world? Find out on the next exciting episode of "Extra Intelligence!"



    Cast:

    Chad Estel - Castor Lovis

    Michelle Junga-Murphy - Jonas Graf

    Michael Catangay - Wolfgang Klein

    Andrew Williams - Boy 



    “Victory Electric’s Liberty Loafer”

    Chad Estel - Walter

    Brandon L. Joyner - Stanley



    Song - “Closing Ranks”

    Sung by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Music by Pedro Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - “Until Next Time”

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 



    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Narrated by David Joyner 



    "Extra Intelligence Theme" by Pedro M. Toro 

    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro

    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash





    Production Team:

    Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

    Sound Engineer: Kristen N. Granet

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

    Recorded by: Brandon L. Joyner

    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 



    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler

    Logo: Linkon





    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!





    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow

    Read episode transcripts! (Coming Soon!) 



    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.

    Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 31 min
    A Hog Killin’ Time - “He's in the Cat House Now”

    A Hog Killin’ Time - “He's in the Cat House Now”

    SEASON 3 EPISODE 1

    Shortwave Kitsch

    A Hog Killin’ Time - “He's in the Cat House Now”



    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Synopsis: 

    In the lively Wild West town of Giddy-Up Gulch, protagonist Lucky Allman finds himself at the center of a brewing conflict between the spirited saloon owner, Pru Beaumont, and the alluring newcomer, Lilith Dunn, who opens the controversial establishment "Bawdy By Nature." As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Lucky must navigate a web of intrigue and deception. With the town's fate hanging in the balance, will Lucky and his companions emerge victorious, or will Giddy-Up Gulch succumb to the forces of greed and corruption? 



    Cast:

    Jennifer Holstein - Pru Beaumont

    Michael Catangay - Lucky Allman

    Maddie Casto - Birdie Bell

    Brandon L. Joyner - Cleveland

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Lilith Dunn

    Kerry Bowers - Whitley Jack



    “Dr. Clutterbuck's Miraculous Moisturizing Luxurious Lipstick”

    Tiffany Parker-Copeland - Evelyn

    Luciana Marcial-Vincion - Jean

    Michael Catangay - Donald



    Song - “A Lonely Cowgirl’s Dream”

    Sung by Maddie Casto

    Music by Pedro Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - “Until Next Time”

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Narrated by David Joyner 



    "A Hog Killin’ Time Theme" by Pedro M. Toro 

    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro

    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash



    Production Team:

    Producers: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

    Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon 

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon

    Recorded by: Ed Blanton

    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 



    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler

    Logo: Linkon



    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!



    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow

    Read episode transcripts! (Coming Soon!) 

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.

    Support Our SWK Pod: patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 38 min
    Call the Lady Physician - “I'm a Communist? So-VEE-It!”

    Call the Lady Physician - “I'm a Communist? So-VEE-It!”

    Shortwave Kitsch

    Season 2, Episode 6



    Call the Lady Physician - “I'm a Communist? So-VEE-It!”

    Written by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Synopsis:

    Cliff Ryder and Dr. Elise Banks navigate through Communist Territory, uncovering a clandestine German pilot training operation. With quick thinking and daring maneuvers, they outsmart the enemy, but danger lurks at every turn. As they race against time, can they decode the sinister plans before it's too late? Will they emerge victorious, or will their mission lead them into the jaws of peril? Tune in for twists, turns, and a pulse-pounding ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat! 



    Cast:

    Tiffany Parker Copeland - Elise Banks

    Brandon L. Joyner - Cliff Ryder

    Kerry Bowers - Rostya Zakharov

    Maddie Casto - Mina Fuchs

    Jennifer Holstein - Delivery Boy 



    “Dr. Clutterbuck’s Big Bad B.B. Gun”

    Michael Catangay - Aidan Brooks

    Jennifer Holstein - Margaret 

    Brandon L. Joyner - Officer Byrne



    Song -  "My Momma's My Gal"

    Sung by Brandon L. Joyner

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 



    Song - ”Until Next Time”

    Sung by David Joyner, Jeannie Joyner, John Joyner, Kristen N. Granet and the Cast of SWK 

    Music by Pedro M. Toro

    Lyrics by Brandon L. Joyner 

    Narrated by David Joyner 



    “Call the Lady Physician Theme” by Pedro M. Toro 

    Music Direction and Accompaniment by Pedro M. Toro

    Sound Effects performed LIVE by Brooke Rash



    Production Team:

    Producer: Maddie Casto-Koebler, Kristen N. Granet, Brandon L. Joyner, Brooke Rash

    Sound Engineer: Matt Ciclon

    Sound Mixing: Matt Ciclon 

    Recorded by: Ed Blanton



    Business Manager: Kristen N. Granet 

    Original episode art by Maddie Casto-Koebler

    Logo: Linkon



    Special Thanks to:

    Lesa Spillers, Julia Sorenson, Tara O'Shields, Rose Newman, Josh Anderson, Kerry Bowers, Jeff & Teri Ziccardi, The Joyner Family, Eileen Lucas, Cheryl Granet, Seth Milling-Furchgott, Jef Bailey, Alison Le, Brad Walbeck along with other marvelous yet anonymous donors!




    Connect with Us: Facebook, Instagram @swkradioshow

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.


    For more information on who we are and what we're about, visit:
    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.shortwavekitsch.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Our show thrives with the support of our Patreon community! If you're able, we invite you to be part of the journey and help sustain the laughter for episodes to come.

    Support Our SWK Pod: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/SWKRadioShow


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    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
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So much fun!

SWK is a fun step back in time, reminding us how to use our imaginations to envision all the fun banter and silly antics of the characters of each delightful story!

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