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Title: The White God

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-12-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

A little different

Any additional comments?

This time The Shadow helps the Navy solve a crime of mass disappearance in the South Pacific of ships and planes.

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Title: White Legion

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles, Agnes Moorehead

Format: Original Recording

Length: 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-12-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Orson Welles' last time as "The Shadow"

This was Orson Welles' last episode as The Shadow at the end of the Winter season.

"As you sew evil, so shall you reap evil. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!" -the voice was that of Frank Readick, the most famous & creepy voice of "The Shadow."

The Dark vs the white.

Another great Shadow adventure. Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead will always be my favorite Shadow and Margo Lane Team. Long live the Shadow.

A gang called the White Legion

Any additional comments?

The Shadow stories are short and enjoyable but they can be difficult to hear due to the age of the original media. I prefer the stronger voice of Bret Morrison over Bill Johnstone, Bret's voice carries more cleanly across the years of the aging media storage.

Try to listen to these audio stories at home or with some serious noise canceling headphones. It will make the listening time more enjoyable. Stories vary in quality of writing. Pick these up in the sets of audio instead of individuals.

This one was read by Orson Welles. The district attorney has been threatened.

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Title: The Creeper

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-12-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 31 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Murder, burglary and kidnapping

Any additional comments?

The Shadow is out to catch the man who is entering and leaving houses in a wealthy district without being seen.

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Title: Death from the Deep

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles, Agnes Moorehead

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 71 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Submerine Pirates.

Another exciting adventure of the Shadow. Another mad man is out mastered by the Master crime fighter. Seems all the Shadows villains are all mad men. They make some of Batman's foes look mild in comparison. This was also the first Shadow adventure I ever listened to. I must of been nine and it was on a tape cassette I listened to. The memory makes me feel old. I've been a shadow fan for almost 30 years. Long live the Shadow.

Ships are being sunk

Any additional comments?

A submarine is attacking ships from various nations. It is found to be a private sub and secretly built vessel that is destroying the ships.

A show that embodies the evil that men do!

What made the experience of listening to Death from the Deep the most enjoyable?

The realism of the plot and situations.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Death from the Deep?

The surgeons willingness to amputate sailors limbs.

What about Orson Welles and Agnes Moorehead s performance did you like?

Every last word! They are exceptional actors.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men?

Any additional comments?

One of my favorite episodes, have listened to it several times and it never gets old, especially in a dim quite room or driving at night!

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Title: The Bride of Death

Author: The Shadow

Narrator: Orson Welles, Agnes Moorehead

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!" From 1930-1954, the wealthy Lamont Cranston was one of the best-known characters on radio, using his mystical powers to fight crime. The only person who knew The Shadow's true identity was his "friend and companion, the lovely Margot Lane". Through the years, The Shadow was portrayed by Frank Readick, Orson Welles, Bill Johnstone, Bret Morrison, and others. As listeners were reminded at the end of every episode, "The weed of crime bears bitter fruit. Crime does not pay! The Shadow knows!"

Critic Reviews:

"As one of the basic prototypes of what has come to be called Pop Art, the Shadow is unique and irreplaceable, a legend in his own time. A classic character who looms slouch hat and shoulders above all others of his kind, he is an inevitable as a guilty conscience, an unseen power that awakens within all of us our most deep-rooted fears of mortal retribution. There has never been a force quite like him." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

The Bride.

Another great Shadow adventure. These stories are great to listen to during the month of October. The Shadow is just made for Halloween.

Weird story

Any additional comments?

A young woman finds herself in trouble and The Shadow must save her from religious fanatics.

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Title: The Farmer's Daughter Caper

Author: The Adventures of Sam Spade

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Dashiell Hammett's classic detective burst out of the pages of The Maltese Falcon and into his own radio series on July 12, 1946. Featuring Howard Duff as Spade and Lureen Tuttle as his faithful secretary, Effie, the series appeared on three different radio networks: ABC (1946), CBS (1946-49), and NBC (1949-51). Toward the end of the series' run, Steve Dunne replaced Howard Duff in the title role. The program won a 1947 Edgar Award for Best Radio Drama.

Critic Reviews:

"A show that still seems fresh and alive." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Howard Duff is the Greatest!

Wonderful radio script from Hitchcock screenplay author John Michael Hayes.

Sam in the sticks with "Old Tom" Dundy's protégée as Sheriff.

A funny mystery.

Not a bad mystery. Based on the famous dirty joke the Farmers daughter. This program was both funny and thrilling.

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Title: The Mad Scientist Caper

Author: The Adventures of Sam Spade

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-07

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Dashiell Hammett's classic detective burst out of the pages of The Maltese Falcon and into his own radio series on July 12, 1946. Featuring Howard Duff as Spade and Lureen Tuttle as his faithful secretary, Effie, the series appeared on three different radio networks: ABC (1946), CBS (1946-49), and NBC (1949-51). Toward the end of the series' run, Steve Dunne replaced Howard Duff in the title role. The program won a 1947 Edgar Award for Best Radio Drama.

Critic Reviews:

"A show that still seems fresh and alive." (Jim Harmon, The Great Radio Heroes)

Members Reviews:

Howard Duff never goes wrong as Sam!

Howard Duff makes Sam Spade his own unique & wonderful character. Enjoy another caper masterpiece. The greatest radio detective of them all dials in perfection at the microphone.

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Title: Case of the Hasty Will

Author: Adventures of Nero Wolfe

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-21-06

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Nero Wolfe, featured in 46 novels, movies, and television series, first came to radio on April 7, 1943. The great character actor Sydney Greenstreet played him from 1950-51. Wolfe, the "gargantuan gourmet", solved crimes with an attention to detail that rivaled the great Sherlock Holmes. The overweight detective of Rex Stout's novels refused to leave his elegant brownstone on business, sending his wisecracking, two-fisted assistant, Archie Goodwin, out to do his legwork. This peculiar private investigator preferred tending to his beloved orchids over solving crimes. In fact, the only reason he worked at all was to keep up his lavish lifestyle.

Members Reviews:

Cry Wolfe.

Not the best story. I was bored and didn't care for the plot or the characters. I hope the stories keep getting Better as I keep listing.

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Title: Case of the Careworn Cuff

Author: Adventures of Nero Wolfe

Format: Original Recording

Length: 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-21-06

Publisher: Radio Spirits, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 137 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

Nero Wolfe, featured in 46 novels, movies, and television series, first came to radio on April 7, 1943. The great character actor Sydney Greenstreet played him from 1950-51. Wolfe, the "gargantuan gourmet", solved crimes with an attention to detail that rivaled the great Sherlock Holmes. The overweight detective of Rex Stout's novels refused to leave his elegant brownstone on business, sending his wisecracking, two-fisted assistant, Archie Goodwin, out to do his legwork. This peculiar private investigator preferred tending to his beloved orchids over solving crimes. In fact, the only reason he worked at all was to keep up his lavish lifestyle.

Members Reviews:

A Really good Story

One of the most entertaining stories of the series and well worth a listen to.

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Title: Bulldog Drummond: Out of the Fog

Author: H. C. McNeile, Allan E. Sloane, Leonard Leslie

Narrator: George Colouris, Ned Wever, Jackson Beck

Format: Original Recording

Length: 4 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-14

Publisher: Radio Spirits

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Nostalgia Radio, Crime & Mystery

Publisher's Summary:

"Out of the fog...out of the night...and into his American adventures comes...Bulldog Drummond." Footsteps in the dark presage the coming of H. C. "Sapper" McNeile's famous British crime-solver! This collection of classic radio adventures stars George Coulouris and Ned Wever. The Captain, along with his sidekick Denny, solves cases of slayings, submarines, and sabotage in ten digitally restored and remastered episodes, hosted by Jackson Beck.

Episodes include: "First American Adventure" 09-26-41; "The Case of the Axis Submarine" 09-20-43; "The Case of the Double Death" 04-16-45; "The Case of the Fatal Right" 10-14-46; "The Case of the Atomic Murders" 01-17-47; "The Bookstore" 12-24-47; "Death Loops the Loop" 03-10-48; "Death Uses Disappearing Ink" 06-09-48; "Death in the Deep" 06-16-48; "The Deadly Stand-In" 07-14-48.

Members Reviews:

Imagine you're back in time -- the 1930s.

I selected this book because I happened to see on TCM one of the Bulldog Drummond movies filmed in the 1930s. It was a fun, very 1930s movie to watch and I noticed in the credits that the screenplay was based on the book -- so I had to read it. The book is written in that very stilted style of the 1930s. The plot is neatly wrapped up. Both could be turn-offs to modern audiences but reading "Bulldog Drummond" is like reading an historical novel from, well, the 1930s. McNeile wrote lots of other Bulldog Drummond books and I'll read them as soon as I get past five other books I've purchased recently. Bottom line - give McNeile a chance. Imagine you're back in time. The 1930s. Reading the latest from H.C. McNeile. You'll love it.

Precursor of James Bond; not politically correct by today's standards

I somehow had this title/character in mind before I was exposed to the book in Amazon, so I was pleased to read it.

First, you need to know that Sapper is a pseudonym used because the British officers were prohibited from publishing in their own names. Sapper was the colloquial name for Engineers who were also trained to fight. Second, please know that all of the books attributed to Sapper are not by the original author but the later ones are by a friend. Wikipedia will explain all this thoroughly and separate the books by author, if you are interested. Third, you need to know that the racist comments were thoroughly acceptable at the time, specifically against Germans and Jews. And women, of course, need to be rescued, flowers that they are. Fourth, the book presented here is the one I read and includes, at the end, a commentary by a British professor which is totally accessible to anyone. I found this to be really helpful in dealing with the racism but also the books' fame as the predecessor of James Bond.