The Suspense Radio Theatre: Recent Episodes
Thomas Duggan
Listen to one of the alltime great show a woman who hears a phone call of a plot to kill a womaan,,,HERSELF! Enjoy.
A man tries to shield his wife from the world...because she has turned into a gigantic human cat. Boris Karloff stars in this, the best of the Lights Out series, and back by popular demand. Listen and enjoy.
Two very elderly ladies are terrified by the thought that they are at the mercy of their protectors...and they do the utmost to see that they survive. Enjoy/
This show represents the last of the Sealed Book shows that I have...I hope that you enjoy it.
From a small index card , this series was heard in syndication in the year 1945, and only a few shows exist. Enjoy this one, and realize the rarity.
Hear another unusual offering from one of the most unique macabre shows of all time. Listen and enjoy.
All of The Weird Circle shows have no titles and some have broadcast dates, so bear with us please. This show is good, whether you have a title or not...sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Shows come and go, but this series seemed to last just long enough to make a name for itself. This one had no name, but it is note worthy. Enjoy.
This is but one of a series of Shadow shows produced in Australia. Check this out and see the production values of these shows. Enjoy
You are in a strange world...a world in which you are shunned. For, you see, the inhabitants are all...blind.Listen, and enjoy.
A woman overhears a telephone conversation describing a murder - her Own! Agnes Moorehead stars in one of the all time great radio shows.Listen and enjoy.
The Shadow may be able to cloud men's minds so they cannot see him...but he has a weakness. A man seeks to destroy the Shadow by using that weakness, A classic tale from the Golden Days Of Radio. Enjoy,
This program was found by accident. I was quite impressed by it...see if it does tha same for yourself. Enjoy.
Join us now as we once again visit the mancholy Housf Usher...and a terifying tale of premature burial. Listen...and enjoy.
Picture this scene in the far reaches of your mind -A man is cornered by a monster. Yes, a monster that never forgets, and this man in the first thought of the monster's memory...thoughts of death, immediate and final. Listen and enjoy this thrilling tale that will offer you...escape.
One of the most consistent shows in terms of hair raising terror, this is sure to be a most unforgettable offerings of all time. Listen and enjoy.
The famous tale of three men imprisoned in a remote lighthouse -by a huge horde of voracious rats. One of the all time great stories brilliantly retold. Listen and enjoy.
A quiet, unassuming man sits with his young wife, with a mission on his mind --TO KILL HIS WIFE! But, for what reason? Peter Lorre stars in this tale well calculated to keep you in...Suspense. Enjoy.
Imagine,,,The wonder of it - A diamond bigger than any other in the world. But...how wonderful is it? Listen... and enjoy this classic tale by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
What if one man created a machine that transported individuals through time - hundreds, maybe thousands of years to the past...or the future? This is the famous story written by H.G. Wells that tells the tale. This is the story as only radio can tell it. Sit back...take a deep breath...and enjoy.
This program is not really a Christmas story, but the content is most engrossing. Two people, married for awhile, are at odds with each other, but the husband is busy planting a death garden in the basement. For what purpose is the question. Sit back...relax...and enjoy Mr. Peter Lorre in this thriller for the holidays.
Invaders from space seek and try the formula for conquering Earth - by using the world's children to do it! One of the all-time great sci-fi stories, and written by Ray Bradbury, this chiller is sure to be memorable. Remember...ZERO HOUR IS AT 5:00!
A most dangerous game, indeed. Two men are involved- one, the prey. The other - a maniacal killer. Listen if you dare.
Do you believe that a ventriloquist's dummy can actually talk? No? Try this tale on for size, and decide. Enjoy.
Show stars Orson Welles As The Shadow. Fifteen ocean vessels have disappeared, with the Shadow setting out to investigate. Chills and thrills abound in this early program in the series.
Get set for another journey into the room the has the creaking door, and ushers you into another trek into the unknown. Relax, get set and...GO!
Ever think of that seedy Faust bargain? Well, if you did or you didn.there is a doozie of a story. Listen to the fate of one such person who was willing to give his soul to...who? Listen, and enjoy.
A couple are forced into staying in a decrepit old building after their car breaks down. There are thrills galore as this weird tale unfolds. Listen...relax...and enjoy.
A couple, stranded in a broken down car, are forced to spend the night in a decrepit old building. Creepy goings on make this a classic weird platform indeed...no doubt it. Relax, take a deep breath, and get ready to enjoy this tale.
Prepare yourself for the ultimate in horror. This adaptation of a 1926 short story will keep your imagination reeling start to finish. Keep the lights on, and enjoy.
Here is a story with a twist finale. This is a tale of a love triangle gone wrong, in a most unusual fashion.Step through the creaking door and listen to Peter Lorre as he narrates this wild story. Enjoy.
A wild tale of a typewriter that composes without a typist. Get ready...
hold on tight, and enjoy.
This is the story of an Inquest - the Inquest from Hell. Shock ending and all, it will be...unforgettable. Enjoy.
You are trapped in the ruins of an old plantation.In the pitch darkness of night you are being looked for by a homicidal killer armed with a sharp knife...and he is looking for YOU. Take a deep breath, relax...and enjoy.
A Double podcast. To Build A Fire Tells the story of one man's fight against the elements in a sub zero environment. In Three Skeleton Key a lighthouse crew tries to survive a horrifying attack by thousands of hunger-crazed ship rats. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Come through the creaking door for another half hour of horror. The place- a steaming jungle. The prize- an apeman...or...is it? This classic offering is sure to...frighten you. Sit back...relax...and enjoy.
One man tracks another down in a jungle in the caribbean; One is crazy, but- Which one? Take a deep breath, steel your nerves, and enjoy.
This is a tale of a love triangle, mixed up emotions, and a man in the middle of it all. Now, turn out your lights, relax...and enjoy.
A classic offering written by Ambrose Bierce. A man is on a thin plank overlooking a river. His neck is in a noose. A predicament from which there is no...escape. This is a classic radio show...sit back...relax...and enjoy.
A twin offering featuring the talented Nelson Olmsted. The Waxwork is the story of the reporter who spends a horrifying night in a wax Museum. The Second is The Man And The Snake. A man is confronted by a most unusual snake. Two more reasons why you will sleep no more. Listen...and enjoy.
A very early show of the series. This tale is one of giants. Yes,m giants, but there is more to this story than meets the ear. Listen...and enjoy.
Come once again through the creaking door for another session of horror and suspense. Yes - sit back...relax...and enjoy.
Listen to another of the Old Witch's tales. The following is a story of a man who worshipped the Devil himself. But- that is but part of the story. Listen...and enjoy.
This is an eerie tale of a pilot marooned on a small island. Written and produced by Nelson Olmsted, it is a story that is guaranteed to cause you to sleep no more. Enjoy.
This small podcast is a talk on the podcast "The Pathetic Fallacy", and offers insights on it. Listen, take the suggestion, and enjoy the content.
What of a dream? Is it a special thing, meaningful? Or is it something else? Edmund Gwenn stars in this rather interesting excursion into the unknown. Listen, and enjoy.
A weird story of unexplained fog, a totally abandoned ship, and all things mysterious. Listen...and enjoy.
A curious tale of characters brought to life just by writing about them on a typewriter. Weird,right? You haven't heard the half of it. Now, quiet, please.
A terrifying tale of ventriloquism gone wrong, and the mind of a man out of control. Sit back, relax, and enjoy.
Want to live forever? We all have thought of it at one time or another. The podcast centers around this topic. Get set by turning your lights out...now.
This podcast is an adaptation of the Poe classic of the macabre, starring Boris Karloff. It is a bit different from the original tale, but...listen. Do you hear it? It sounds like a heart beating. Enjoy...if you can.
Four men leave a penal colony.This tale is one of...escape. Enjoy getting away from it all, will you?
This is a love story...possibly the strangest that you have ever heard. A classic in the fullest sense of the word. A keeper, to be sure. Now...quiet,please.
Ever hear of a camera obscura? Well, this little tale is about just such a device, and it is the focal point of...murder. Excellent story with a twist ending. Now...quiet,please.
We present a most unusual tale - one of a haunted house and strange happenings. Listen to The Weird Circle. Enjoy.
What is your opinion about money? Good? Bad? Well, money is the topic of this podcast - 3000 dollars to be exact. The story? Well, check it out and find out for yourself. Turn out your lights...now.
This spine tingler is a sotry of greed out of control. It is also one of human nature unchecked. Starring Vincent Price, this tale will offer you...escape. Enjoy.
This is a love story- love and longing from a distance. It is quiet, and unusual, and unique. Now, quiet,please. Enjoy.
An early classic from the very early days of radio. Written by Wyllis Cooper, this is a real thriller...enjoy.
This is a classic tale of power - and one man's misuse of it. Listen and reflect on this story...and ponder the meaning. Enjoy.
Ever get the feeling that a new piece of clothing that you just purchased was somehow worn by someone else before you? That is the premise for the tale before you. Narrated by Boris Karloff, this final Tale Of The Frightened will make you wonder. Enjoy.
A curious story of crime and evil...and the inevitable encounter with a ladder. Narrated By Boris Karloff. This is a most iteresting little opus. Enjoy.
This is a story about vampirism. It is also a story about nobility, and what happened to a Nobleman. Narrated by Boris Karloff, this tale will intrigue you immensely. Enjoy!
This is a story about vampirism. It is also a story about nobility, and what happened to a Nobleman. Narrated by Boris Karloff, this tale will intrigue you immensely. Enjoy!
This story is one of wonder, and of obsession. It could happen to you, so listen to this tale carefully. Narrated by Boris Karloff. Enjoy!
Ever break a mirror? Are you superstitious? Well, whether you are or not, this tale will give you pause to wonder. Narrated By Boris Karloff, this one is a thriller indeed. Enjoy!
This is a tale of a salesman many miles from home- where literally anything can happen. This is no exception. Narrated by Boris Karloff, this short story is most memorable, indeed. Enjoy.
A Ventriloquist, his little partner, and incarceration. These three elements will take you -Out Of This World. Enjoy!
Ever feel like you are being followed by someone? It is a very scary feeling, and this story is just such a thing. Listen in the dark if you think that you can take it. Narrated by Boris Karloff, this one is a classic...enjoy.
Imagine a NATURE STUDY WITH A GROUP OF PEOPLE...ONE IS A MURDERER. And then another...and another, What is this? Great entry, with commentary by Arch Oboler. Enjoy!
This is a story of a man and his time machine - and who lived to regret that he made one. Quiet, please...now begin.
What is your opinion about black cats? Do they make you tremble in fear, or do they seem harmless? Well, you'll think differently after you hear this tale. Narrated by Boris Karloff. Enjoy!
One of the most horrifying stories of all time, this tale is about a most unusual creature lurking on the top of an oil rig. Do not listen to this one in the dark...yes - that bad. Enjoy (?)
Poe's classic story is retold here in a refreshing, direct way. Get set for Raymond, your host for this retelling.
A man gets a phone call that he will never forget.This classic from the 1950s features the talents of Boris Karloff at his very best. Are YOU one of the frightened?
Considered by many experts as the single greatest radio classic of all time, this is the tale of three men trapped in a lighthouse inundated by thousands of blood thirsty rats. Be sure to download this show for your collection.
Believed to be the series opener. This tale, written by Alonzo Dean Cole, is a love story, but it is the strangest one you have ever heard. This show also instructs you to listen to this tale in the dark...do so and begin.
Syndicated Series. A couple find to their horror that they are the only people in a huge metropolis that are alive. With commentary By Arch Oboler. Turn out your lights...now.
A curious story retold for the masses...those who have gathered around the Weird Circle. Listen and enjoy this tale of strangeness.
Possibly the first of the series. A frantic phone call prompts the police to investigate...a possible murder. Join Raymond and the creaking door for a half-hour of terror. Listen...and enjoy.
First episode of the series. A house sitting at 6800 feet above sea level is where our story begins. Quiet,please...this is written by Whyllis Cooper...enjoy.
Imagine a creature that wants you dead...that does not forget you no matter where you are. And now, inexplicably, you are confronted by that creature - a situation where there is no...escape.
Put all of your troubles aside and enjoy this tale by Rudyard Kipling - a show that offers you -escape.
A couple see a meteor striking earth. They find a piece of it, and something very strange happens. Ready? Turn out your lights now.
The story of a house...a most unusual house. Women disappear here,and are never seen again. A tale to be heard in the dark, so...turn out your lights...now.
The weird tale of a factory on a remote island. It is run by hundreds of non-caring, human robots. It is also a tale of a woman who tries to make sense of it all, but cannot. Ready? Turn out your lights...now.
This podcast is a tale of vengence - and also one of revenge. Ready for the ultimate? Then...turn out your lights...now.
Zombies are the topic of this podcast, and a very curious tale as well. Turn out your lights...now.
A convict is forced to spend weeks in a cell with the lights out - a cell that is haunted. This tale is the result of that horror. Are you ready? Turn out your lights...now.
This is a strange story of murder, and an old woman's confession before death. This tale is best heard the dark, so - lights out, everybody.
A decision to go down a strange road by two soldiers (one being a Captain) has serious consequences.A classic offering to be heard only in the dark. Time for...lights out.
A man's quest to live forever. Immortality. But this strange and disjointed tale has hidden secrets. Turn out your lights...now.
An airliner is heading back to Hollywood after a dreary Hollywood junket. The passengers are wanting to get back on time, but suddenly - both engines of the plane die out! Now what? Be sure to turn out your lights...NOW!
A simple dance in the wrong place...and a terrible fate to be sure. Turn out your lights for this classic...NOW!
Two young ladies visit a little old lady in a very creepy house. Something is not right...something...ominous, is wrong about it all. Ready for it? Then...turn out your lights - NOW!
Imagine a spider the size of a dog. Imagine two men in a dense jungle having captured it. Is this good fortune - OR - you tell me. Turn out your lights...now.
A chest has been purchased for just eight shillings. What is in it? Can you guess? No? This classic show is best heard with the lights out -so, turn out your lights...NOW!
A miracle potion has been concocted that has saved the life of an old woman. But...is it such a miracle after all? Turn out your lights - NOW!
Two young typists are given the job of typing copies of a script...a radio play by Arch Oboler.Ready for it? Then...turn out your lights.
Two young ladies work late typing up radio scripts - and their assignment is to type copies of a Lights Out script. Hold onto your seat and turn out your lights...now.
This podcast tells about my Grandmother - whose knowledge of OTR made her the greatest OTR fan ever. Listen and enjoy.
This is the story of a man who worshipped flames, with incredible consequences. Turn out your lights, now.
Thomas William Duggan talks about some of the performers whose performances ensured that they would be remembered for many decades. Listen, comment, and enjoy.
A group of people go into a spot in France where the Dawn Of Man Occurred. What they found is the topic of our story. Turn out your lights...now.
Thomas William Duggan talks about the role that the SFX Man has in enhancing the show he is working on by adding SFX to it. ?Also are listed some of the greatest examples of shows that wisely used their services. Listen, comment, and enjoy.
This show is actually a remake of the Arch Oboler classic "Cat Wife". Listen and compare with the original version. Turn out your lights, now.
This commentary by Thomas William Duggan, speaks of the one trait that all of the greatest shows possess. Listen, comment, and enjoy.
A story of vengence, pure and simple. A man tries to escape the death house, and is helped by another prisoner on Death Row...or...does he? A really memorable show. Turn out your lights...now.
Three girls meet a most unholy fate...in a graveyard from hell. Turn out your lights...now.
This entry was a contest winner in Chicago. Two petty thugs meet with a most sinister being...and he is overjoyed that they have met. A creepy tale, so...turn out your lights - NOW!
This little storuy is about a prison known as Sakhalin, and the murderous Official that runs it. But now...turn out your lights.
This is a story of two men...in a very crazy town. And their fate is very fitting of such am place. Now...turn out your lights...now.
An ordinary man digs in his garden, only to find something buried there. Listen for the rest, and turn out your lights, now.
A chemist tries to escape fate with disastrous results. A classic show from the mind of Arch Oboler. Turn out your lights now.
This is the frightening story of a man who had the curious job of being the county's State Executioner. It also speaks of the incredible hell of it all. A great story, with a twist ending. Turn out your lights...now.
The great Boris Karloff again appears in our podcasts. This is a super creepy show in the grand tradition of Lights Out. Ready? Then...turn out your lights...NOW!
This story is one of Science gone wild. A small chicken heart, kept in a laboratory, suddenly begins to grow...and Grow...and GROW! Based upon a story from the 1930s, it is one that still chills the listener. Turn out your lights...NOW!
A headstrong girl in Paris, all alone. She can take care of herself-OR-Can She? A real thriller, this...but first...turn out your lights- NOW!
This show is a really creepy one, and it involves murder...and a person coming back from the dead.But first - turn out your lights...NOW!
A young woman is condemned to die at the hands of thugs. There seems to be no way out... UNTIL...Listen and enjoy yourself. Turn out your lights - NOW! (20 Second pause at the beginning)
Question - is there such a being as the devil? Well, I don't have proof. But, take the following into consideration and think a bit. Turn out your lights - NOW!
Every author has at least one story for which he is most remembered. Arch Oboler wrote this piece of sheer horror a long time ago, and the story was condensed into a smaller piece for inclusion on a record set entitled "Drop Dead". Turn out your lights and listen to greatness personified. Enjoy!
What if a man could do any negative thought that comes to him just by SAYING it? The man in this story is just such a man. Listen...and turn off your lights, NOW.
This podcast is my personal Story. I hope you find it interesting and enjoyable.Listen and enjoy!