Episode 66: The Hitchhiker

Dr. P's Daily Time Machine

Welcome back to the Time Machine, Today, we're taking a trip back to 1942, to experience the iconic episode of "Suspense" - "The Hitchhiker."

This episode was written by Lucille Fletcher, who is considered one of the most successful female writers of the Golden Age of Radio. It was widely popular and adapted into several other forms of media, including a television episode and a stage play. It is considered a classic of the suspense genre and still remembered and appreciated by many radio enthusiasts.

"Suspense" was a long-running anthology series that specialized in tales of mystery, suspense, and the macabre. The show was on the air from 1942 to 1962 and is considered to be one of the most important and influential programs in the history of radio drama.

It's a story that will transport you to a world of darkness and uncertainty, where every twist and turn of the plot is like a flicker of lightning in a stormy night sky. The story is a symphony of suspense, mystery, and terror that will keep you captivated from start to finish. The talented cast of actors, masterful direction, and evocative sound effects will create an immersive experience like you've never heard before, an experience that will be etched in your mind forever.

So sit back, relax, and join me as we travel back to 1942 and experience the groundbreaking episode of "The Hitchhiker" from "Suspense" radio program. And as always, thank you for joining me on the Time Machine. Be sure to rate and subscribe to the podcast. If you would like to contact me at any time, please do so at [e-mail] and join me tomorrow for more great stories from the past.