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And Nothing But The Truth
“And Nothing But the Truth” is Episode 18 of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, first broadcast on January 23, 1974. The story follows a young investigator who reconstructs a hit‑and‑run case, convinced that a convicted man took the blame to protect his son—yet he struggles to prove this belief to his superiors. The episode runs approximately 42 minutes and exemplifies the series’ early, tightly paced moral mysteries.
Episode basics
- Series: CBS Radio Mystery Theater
- Episode number: 18
- Original air date: January 23, 1974
- Runtime: About 42 minutes
Plot overview
At the heart of the episode is an investigator driven by intuition and conscience. As he pieces together witness statements and circumstantial evidence from a hit‑and‑run, he becomes convinced that the man convicted of the crime is not the true culprit. Instead, the investigator believes the accused willingly accepted guilt to shield his own son from prosecution. The tension builds as the investigator’s theory clashes with official conclusions, raising questions about truth, justice, and the limits of proof.
Themes and tone
- Truth versus certainty: The episode explores how facts can be interpreted—and misinterpreted—when motives are hidden.
- Moral sacrifice: A central idea is whether protecting family can justify accepting punishment for a crime.
- Procedural suspense: Rather than relying on shock, the drama unfolds through interviews, deductions, and ethical debate, a hallmark of the series’ early seasons.
Production notes
Like other early 1974 entries, the episode reflects CBS Radio Mystery Theater’s classic format: a host‑introduced drama with atmospheric sound design and a focus on character psychology. The pacing is deliberate, allowing listeners to weigh the investigator’s reasoning alongside the official narrative.
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By Entertainment Radio“And Nothing But the Truth” is Episode 18 of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, first broadcast on January 23, 1974. The story follows a young investigator who reconstructs a hit‑and‑run case, convinced that a convicted man took the blame to protect his son—yet he struggles to prove this belief to his superiors. The episode runs approximately 42 minutes and exemplifies the series’ early, tightly paced moral mysteries.
Episode basics
- Series: CBS Radio Mystery Theater
- Episode number: 18
- Original air date: January 23, 1974
- Runtime: About 42 minutes
Plot overview
At the heart of the episode is an investigator driven by intuition and conscience. As he pieces together witness statements and circumstantial evidence from a hit‑and‑run, he becomes convinced that the man convicted of the crime is not the true culprit. Instead, the investigator believes the accused willingly accepted guilt to shield his own son from prosecution. The tension builds as the investigator’s theory clashes with official conclusions, raising questions about truth, justice, and the limits of proof.
Themes and tone
- Truth versus certainty: The episode explores how facts can be interpreted—and misinterpreted—when motives are hidden.
- Moral sacrifice: A central idea is whether protecting family can justify accepting punishment for a crime.
- Procedural suspense: Rather than relying on shock, the drama unfolds through interviews, deductions, and ethical debate, a hallmark of the series’ early seasons.
Production notes
Like other early 1974 entries, the episode reflects CBS Radio Mystery Theater’s classic format: a host‑introduced drama with atmospheric sound design and a focus on character psychology. The pacing is deliberate, allowing listeners to weigh the investigator’s reasoning alongside the official narrative.
Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradio
Listen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/
Entertainment Radio | Broadcasting Classic Radio Shows | Patreon
Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio