Ports of Call is a unique and captivating radio show that takes its listeners on a journey to different countries across the globe in each episode. The show delves into the history and culture of various nations, using dramatizations to depict and bring to life the significant events that shaped each country's identity. Setting the atmosphere, the series transports the listeners to a new destination with the help of a tramp steamer's whistle and an announcement of the series title, followed by a musical interlude.

The show is believed to have first aired in 1935 or 1936, with a limited number of episodes still existing today. While specific information on the production team, broadcast networks, advertisers, and sponsors may be scarce due to the show's obscurity, the unique format and content have continued to pique the interest of radio enthusiasts and those interested in world history.

Sources: archive.org