Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio

Suspense: Donovan's Brain, Part Two (Orson Welles) (05-25-1944)


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"Suspense" was a radio drama series that captivated audiences from 1940 to 1962, delivering heart-pounding stories with leading Hollywood actors. Over its lengthy run, approximately 945 episodes were aired, with over 900 still in existence, making it an enduring classic.

The show evolved through phases, each with distinct hosts, sponsors, and director/producers, while maintaining a consistent formula of plot devices. "Suspense" featured ordinary protagonists in extraordinary situations, withheld resolutions until the end, and explored moral consequences, all enhanced by skilled use of sound effects and music.

Its contributions to suspenseful storytelling in the audio medium continue to be celebrated, leaving a lasting impact on the genre.

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