Best Dwight Allen Podcasts (2024)

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter (Part 5) (07/13/1956) 12:08

2h ago12:08

12:08

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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Adventures of Sam Spade: The Adam Figg Caper (10-05-1947) 20:41

2h ago20:41

20:41

The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the charac…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter (07/12/1956) 12:03

1h ago12:03

12:03

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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Have Gun Will Travel: Sam Crow (10-09-1960) 19:03

8h ago19:03

19:03

Have Gun - Will Travel was a popular show, and it was nominated for a number of awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Western Series. It won the award in 1960."Have Gun Will Travel" is a Western TV series that aired on CBS from 1957 to 1963. It follows the adventures of Paladin, a gentleman gunfighter who roams the Old West helping those…

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RIP Jerry West 40:28

27m ago40:28

40:28

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The Shadow: Death Under the Chapel (08-28-1938) 23:46

1h ago23:46

23:46

The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Wa…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter (Part 3) (07/11/1956) 12:19

1h ago12:19

12:19

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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BONUS | Full Breakdown of Negro Leagues Stats Entering the Major League Record Books 20:37

1h ago20:37

20:37

Bob Kendrick reacts to the news of Negro Leagues statistics officially entering the Major League record books, following three years of intensive work by the Negro Leagues Statistical Review Committee. With the accomplishments of more than 2,300 Negro Leagues ballplayers from 1920-1948 being recognized, Bob looks at the path taken to reach the hist…

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Boston Blackie: Dynamite Thompson and Jack Morgan, Contractors (04-27-1949) {Subpar audio quality} 25:38

14m ago25:38

25:38

Boston Blackie is a fictional character created by Jack Boyle. He was originally a jewel thief and safecracker, but he became a detective in adaptations for films, radio, and television. He is known as "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Boston Blackie is a complex and interesting character. He is a thief,…

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Boston Blackie: Joe Gates Murdered on Sightseeing Tour (05-04-1949) 24:17

14m ago24:17

24:17

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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Suspense: Friend to Alexander (Robert Young, Geraldine Fitzgerald) (8/03/1943) 26:18

42m ago26:18

26:18

"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood a…

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The Avenger: The High Tide Murders 25:28

4d ago25:28

25:28

The captivating radio series features James Monks and Helen Adamson as its lead actors, delivering compelling performances that bring the characters to life. The talented Allyn Edwards takes on the role of the announcer, while Doc Whipple's skillful organ playing adds depth and atmosphere to the program. The series aired on WHN, New York City, on J…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter (07/10/1956) 11:56

1h ago11:56

11:56

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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Dwight "Doc" Gooden with Matt Musico 1:08:01

3h ago1:08:01

1:08:01

Jim is joined by the creator of MLB Daily Dingers and writer for Heavy Sports, Matt Musico, to break down the hall of fame candidacy of former MLB pitcher Dwight "Doc" Gooden. First, Jim and Matt discuss Doc's rookie season and where it ranks among the greatest rookie seasons in MLB history (6:45). Next, they cover Doc's 1996 no-hitter with the New…

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The Green Hornet: Pink Lemonade and Tan Bark (06/22/1939) 25:03

2h ago25:03

25:03

"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actor…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter (Part 1) (07/09/1956) 11:45

8m ago11:45

11:45

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Calcutta Trunk Caper (06-08-1947) 24:26

35m ago24:26

24:26

The Adventures of Sam Spade, a popular crime drama, aired from 1946 to 1951. Howard Duff portrayed Sam Spade, a hardboiled San Francisco detective. The show featured intricate cases and compelling storytelling. William Spier, a renowned radio producer, assembled a talented writing team. Duff's distinctive voice and acting prowess brought the charac…

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Have Gun Will Travel: Talika (10-02-1960) 19:58

16m ago19:58

19:58

Have Gun - Will Travel was a popular show, and it was nominated for a number of awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Western Series. It won the award in 1960."Have Gun Will Travel" is a Western TV series that aired on CBS from 1957 to 1963. It follows the adventures of Paladin, a gentleman gunfighter who roams the Old West helping those…

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Larry Allen Tribute + HOF MarketWatch 21:07

5d ago21:07

21:07

Jim first pays tribute to HOF guard Larry Allen, who tragically passed away on Sunday at the age of 52. Then, Jim discusses why he is buying Jrue Holiday HOF stock following his dominant performance in the Eastern Conference Finals (19/7/6 in ECF). Meanwhile, he reluctantly explains why he is selling off just a tiny bit of Elly De La Cruz stock, de…

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The Shadow: The Tomb of Terror (06-19-1938) 23:29

13h ago23:29

23:29

The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Wa…

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Boston Blackie: Madame Zina, Fortune Teller (04-20-1949) 24:15

1d ago24:15

24:15

Boston Blackie is a fictional character created by Jack Boyle. He was originally a jewel thief and safecracker, but he became a detective in adaptations for films, radio, and television. He is known as "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Boston Blackie is a complex and interesting character. He is a thief,…

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Suspense: The Last Letter of Dr Bronson (Laird Cregar, Helen Vincent) (07/27/1943) 27:24

9d ago27:24

27:24

"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood a…

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The Green Hornet: Money Talks Too Loud (06-20-1939) 29:17

4d ago29:17

29:17

"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actor…

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RIP Bill Walton 1:01:38

8d ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton sadly passed away last Monday at the age of 71. Walton was an all-time talent who was plagued by injuries, yet that didn't stop him from winning championships at every level. It also didn't prevent him from living life to the fullest off the court. On this week's tribute episode, Jim covers Bill Walton's basketb…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Midas Touch Matter (07/04/1956 & 07/05/1956 & 07/06/1956) 36:06

5d ago36:06

36:06

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Dead Duck Caper 24:56

6d ago24:56

24:56

So, there was this show called The Adventures of Sam Spade. It started as a summer series on ABC in 1946 and quickly became a regular fall lineup on CBS. Howard Duff played the title role, and he was a San Francisco detective who was a total badass. The show was created by William Spier, who was a bigwig in the radio world. He put together a writin…

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Have Gun Will Travel: Bringing Up Ollie (09-25-1960) 18:37

7d ago18:37

18:37

Have Gun - Will Travel was a popular show, and it was nominated for a number of awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Western Series. It won the award in 1960."Have Gun Will Travel" is a Western TV series that aired on CBS from 1957 to 1963. It follows the adventures of Paladin, a gentleman gunfighter who roams the Old West helping those…

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HOF MarketWatch: Chris Sale and Mike Conley 17:53

10d ago17:53

17:53

Jim is buying Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale's HOF stock following his resurrection from the dead (8-1, 2.12 ERA, 78 Strikeouts). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off Michael Conley HOF stock following the Minnesota Timberwolves being knocked out of the playoffs on Thursday. A championship ring was the Hail Mary Conley's HOF case needed and that door h…

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The Life of Riley: Riley take a Civil Service exam (04-13-1951) 23:52

8d ago23:52

23:52

The Life of Riley is an American radio situation comedy series that aired from 1944 to 1951. It was adapted into a 1949 feature film, a 1950s television series, and a 1958 comic book. The series follows the life of Chester A. Riley, a wing riveter at the fictional Cunningham Aircraft plant in California. Riley is a bumbling but lovable character wh…

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The Shadow: Murder On Approval (06-12-1938) 22:44

8d ago22:44

22:44

The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Wa…

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Boston Blackie: Jewelry Store Owner Is Killed for a Watch (04-13-1949) 24:35

9d ago24:35

24:35

Boston Blackie is a fictional character created by Jack Boyle. He was originally a jewel thief and safecracker, but he became a detective in adaptations for films, radio, and television. He is known as "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Boston Blackie is a complex and interesting character. He is a thief,…

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Suspense: Murder Goes for a Swim (Warran William, Eric Blore) (07/20/1943) 26:42

10d ago26:42

26:42

"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood a…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Midas Touch Matter (07/02/1956 & & 07/03/1956) 23:47

11d ago23:47

23:47

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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The Green Hornet: Justice Wears A Blindfold (06-15-1939) 22:14

15d ago22:14

22:14

"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actor…

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Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize with Jerry Grillo 46:37

17d ago46:37

46:37

Jim welcomes author Jerry Grillo to discuss his new book, “Big Cat: The Life of Baseball Hall of Famer Johnny Mize" on another POF Book Club episode. First, Jim and Jerry discuss whether Johnny Mize is the greatest player to be voted into Cooperstown by the veterans committee, as he had to wait until 1981 to receive a Hall of Fame plaque (9:50). Th…

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Have Gun Will Travel: Nellie Watsons Boy (09-18-1960) 18:46

14d ago18:46

18:46

Have Gun - Will Travel was a popular show, and it was nominated for a number of awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Western Series. It won the award in 1960."Have Gun Will Travel" is a Western TV series that aired on CBS from 1957 to 1963. It follows the adventures of Paladin, a gentleman gunfighter who roams the Old West helping those…

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The Life of Riley: Riley The Rent Collector 23:48

14d ago23:48

23:48

The Life of Riley is an American radio situation comedy series that aired from 1944 to 1951. It was adapted into a 1949 feature film, a 1950s television series, and a 1958 comic book. The series follows the life of Chester A. Riley, a wing riveter at the fictional Cunningham Aircraft plant in California. Riley is a bumbling but lovable character wh…

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HOF MarketWatch: Anthony Edwards and Paul Goldschmidt 16:19

15d ago16:19

16:19

Between being named to the All-NBA 2nd Team AND starting in Game One of the Western Conference Finals on Wednesday, Edwards' HOF stock is officially a blue chip stock. Meanwhile, Jim is selling off just a bit of his Paul Goldschmidt HOF stock, as the 36-year old first baseman is struggling in a way we have never seen during his storied MLB career (…

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The Shadow: The Tenor with the Broken Voice (06-05-1938) 23:34

15d ago23:34

23:34

The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Wa…

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Boston Blackie: Duke Murders Jo Jo (04-06-1949) 25:23

16d ago25:23

25:23

Boston Blackie is a fictional character created by Jack Boyle. He was originally a jewel thief and safecracker, but he became a detective in adaptations for films, radio, and television. He is known as "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Boston Blackie is a complex and interesting character. He is a thief,…

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Suspense: The White Rose Murders (Maureen O'Hara) (07/06/1943) 26:26

17d ago26:26

26:26

"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood a…

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The Green Hornet: Not One Cent For Tribute (06-13-1939) 23:11

18d ago23:11

23:11

"The Green Hornet" radio series, originating in 1936, featured Britt Reid, a masked vigilante fighting crime with his partner Kato. They used a secret passage in Reid's apartment to access their car, the "Black Beauty," for their night missions. Interestingly, Britt Reid is related to the Lone Ranger as his grandnephew. The series saw various actor…

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Candace Parker with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo 46:28

19d ago46:28

46:28

Jim is joined by women's basketball writer Lyndsey D'Arcangelo to discuss the career and legacy of Candace Parker. First, we cover how we have never another player at Parker's height possess her elite court vision, as well as the fact Parker may be the most complete player in WNBA history (6:58). Next, we discuss Parker's dunking ability, her MVP r…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Long Shot Matter (06/27/1956 & & 06/28/1956 & 06/29/1956) 35:17

19d ago35:17

35:17

Johnny Dollar was a fictional private investigator who appeared in a radio drama of the same name. The show ran for 12 years, from 1949 to 1961, and featured 809 episodes. In each episode, Johnny would be hired by an insurance company to investigate a suspicious claim. He would travel to the scene of the crime, interview witnesses, and follow every…

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The Life of Riley: Traffic Court (10-13-1950) 25:00

20d ago25:00

25:00

The Life of Riley is an American radio situation comedy series that aired from 1944 to 1951. It was adapted into a 1949 feature film, a 1950s television series, and a 1958 comic book. The series follows the life of Chester A. Riley, a wing riveter at the fictional Cunningham Aircraft plant in California. Riley is a bumbling but lovable character wh…

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Have Gun Will Travel: Deadline (09-11-1960) 19:10

21d ago19:10

19:10

Have Gun - Will Travel was a popular show, and it was nominated for a number of awards, including the Emmy Award for Outstanding Western Series. It won the award in 1960."Have Gun Will Travel" is a Western TV series that aired on CBS from 1957 to 1963. It follows the adventures of Paladin, a gentleman gunfighter who roams the Old West helping those…

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HOF MarketWatch: Paul Skenes and Michael Porter Jr. 14:22

21d ago14:22

14:22

Jim is buying Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes HOF stock after his 6-inning, 11 strikeout performance against the Chicago Cubs (did I mention he let up 0 hits and only walked 1 batter?). Meanwhile, Jim is selling off Michael Porter Jr. stock, as the Denver Nuggets small forward has had a less than impressive series against Minnesota th…

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The Shadow: The Creeper (05-29-1938) 24:09

22d ago24:09

24:09

The Shadow is a collection of serialized dramas originating in 1930s pulp novels and later expanding to various media. The titular character has been featured in radio dramas, pulp magazines, comic books, television, serials, video games, and films. Initially created as a radio show narrator, The Shadow was developed into a literary character by Wa…

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Boston Blackie: Amadon Pearls (03-30-1949) 23:21

23d ago23:21

23:21

Boston Blackie is a fictional character created by Jack Boyle. He was originally a jewel thief and safecracker, but he became a detective in adaptations for films, radio, and television. He is known as "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Boston Blackie is a complex and interesting character. He is a thief,…

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Suspense: Uncle Henry's Rosebush (Agnes Moorehead, Ellen Drew)(06-29-1943) 25:32

24d ago25:32

25:32

"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 through 1962 during the Golden Age of Radio. Often subtitled "radio's outstanding theater of thrills," this program was a shining example of suspense thriller entertainment. It specialized in delivering heart-pounding stories, typically featuring some of the leading Hollywood a…

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