Suspense and Horror – Page 8 – Retro Radio Podcast

A scary face costume, standing against a plain background. The costume consists of a hood with a grotesque, exaggerated face, with sharp teeth and sunken eyes. The man is wearing a black hooded robe and holding his hands up in a menacing gesture. The overall effect is creepy and unsettling.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Fall of Gentryville. ep959, 790305

By Keith March 1, 2023CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

Title:The Fall of Gentryville. Plot:When an entire mountain town vanishes from a map, a reporter is dispatched to uncover the mystery. There he discovers the village's sole survivor and she…

Rows of gravestones and headstones in a military cemetery, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and trees. The gravestones are arranged in neat rows and columns, with some bearing the insignia of different military branches. The sky is overcast and the trees in the background are in the midst of changing colors, indicating autumn.

Creaking Door – Cat Woman.

By Keith February 27, 2023Creaking Door, Suspense and Horror

Alan is sure that Carl is lieing about what happened to his sister, Julia. In a darkened room, Alan confronts Julia, but he refuses to leave her until he learns…

"Vintage radio microphone against a black background with the words 'Suspense' written in bold white letters. The microphone is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs in gold and white, giving a sense of classic elegance and drama."

Suspense – Thieves Fall Out. ep66, 431116

By Keith February 11, 2023Suspense, Suspense and Horror

Features Gene Kelley. A small gang of thieves is led by Arthur, played by Gene Kelley. Arttie owes money, and he hasn't been having much luck on his takes lately.…

"Vintage radio with a wooden exterior and large speaker grille sits on a table. Its black dials and knobs are visible, and the illuminated green signal indicates that it is powered on."

The Whistler – The Strange Sisters. ep192, 460128

By Keith February 1, 2023Suspense and Horror, Whistler

The three Randal girls were as different as could be. Pamela and Cathy were of two extremes, and Sally was in the middle. Pamela is overbearing, while Cathy is timid…

Suspense – Cabin B13. ep65, 431109

By Keith January 25, 2023Suspense, Suspense and Horror

A ship loads up in preparation for it's ocean voyage. A married couple set out on a honeymoon cruise. The bride is prone to having nightmares, and dark fantasies. She…

A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Dark Fantasy – Resolution, 1841. ep7, 420102

By Keith December 27, 2022CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

Laura Cabot, in the current time in 1942, tells of an event that began for her just a few days ago on New Years Eve. As we join her in…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Joey’s Christmas Story. 401222

By Keith December 1, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror1 Comment

Lamonte Cranston and Margot Lane help Joey and his poor family every year. Joey aspires to be a detective, and observes Lamonte in action on a case. When things don't…

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

The Shadow (MBS) The Stockings Were Hung. 391224

By Keith November 23, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Looking in on the Grover family, we find they are a family in need. Margot, and Lamont learn from the newsboy about the business loss, and the single father who…

The Shadow (MBS) Man Who Murdered Time. ep153, 390101

By Keith November 17, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Lamonte Cranston celebrates the New Year, and a new hope for everyone. Things aren't so happy though when a death threat from a man claiming to have a time machine…

Lights Out (NBC) Uninhabited Christmas Story 1918. 371222

By Keith November 9, 2022Lights Out, Suspense and Horror

A tale about a Christmas from the last war. That means World War 1. A train comes to a halt at a railroad station in France. Both Austrailian and French…