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- Leiningen versus the Ants
Can man outsmart an army of ants? Find out in this gripping audio drama, Leiningen versus The Ants from the pen of Carl Stephenson. This short story was adapted for radio and aired for the first time in 1948. and is brought to life by the voice of William Conrad.
Greg and Mary discuss the superb voice acting of Conrad and co-star Lou Merrill, the sound design and effects and the music (the ants get their own theme song) and the suspenseful story-telling of Stephenson.
Listen now! You will not be disappointed!Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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Tune in for a journey back to the golden age of radio with the latest episode of The Shiver Show, where we visit the world of the iconic character, Harry Lime. This week's episode is the 1952 production of The Lives of Harry Lime: Man of Mystery, written and performed by Orson Welles in the titular role.
Orson Welles brings his renowned pacing and dramatic flair to the enigmatic Harry Lime—a character as charming as he is elusive. Lime travels the globe, navigating a labyrinth of deception and danger, while the haunting zither music of Anton Karas sets the mood.
Mary and Greg discuss what makes this audio drama so compelling and ponder the career of voice actor Robert Rieti, who plays the role of Mr Arkadan. Rieti was known as "the man of a thousand voices," for his ability with accents.
Whether you're a longtime admirer of Orson Welles or new to the Harry Lime audio drama series, this episode is sure to captivate your imagination and keep you hooked from start to finish. Tune in and let the mystery unfold!Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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Thomas Burke’s 1929 short story about a serial strangler was adapted for radio and aired on the Suspense show in 1948. The audio drama stars Claude Rains, as the sergeant and Vincent Price as a newspaper reporter.
In 1949, the Mystery Writers of America named The Hands of Mr Ottermole the Best Mystery Story of All Time. In this episode, Vincent Price lends his eerie charisma to the role of 'Mr. Newspaper Man,' while, Claude Rains delivers a nuanced performance, adding layers of intrigue and ambiguity.
Mary and Greg talk about crime fiction tropes, and the 'mid-Atlantic accent' that many actors had in the golden era of film and radio.
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Tune in to the latest episode of The Shiver Show as we delve into the chilling world of The Dead Hand. This gripping radio play first aired in 1946 and it stunned listeners (and sponsors) with its tale of passion, murder and envy. With masterful storytelling by Robert Newman and strong performances by Barry Kroeger and narrator Raymond Morgan, The Dead Hand will grip you with its dark allure.
Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn discuss hand envy, alien hand syndrome, touch typing, and the best musical instrument to use if attempting to seduce a woman.
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A Scandal in Bohemia, based on a short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first aired in 1945. This classic episode features Basil Rathbone as the brilliant Sherlock Holmes, and Nigel Bruce as his loyal companion, Dr. Watson. Together, they bring to life the tale of Holmes' encounter with the one woman who outsmarted him, Irene Adler.
Holmes is tasked with retrieving a compromising photograph from the clever and resourceful Adler, who has had a recent romantic dalliance with the King of Bohemia. Rathbone's sharp and intellectual performance captures Holmes, while Bruce's warm and affable portrayal of Watson adds humanity to their dynamic partnership.
Greg and Mary talk about the performances of Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, the radical notion of an 'intelligent woman,' and Holmes' potential sexuality. We hope you will agree that A Scandal in Bohemia is a timeless classic in the Sherlock Holmes canon.Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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The Red Wind by Raymond Chandler is a classic piece of noir fiction, and its adaptation to radio had a strong influence on the genre. The story, originally published in 1938, introduces listeners to Philip Marlowe, the hard-boiled detective who navigates the treacherous streets of Los Angeles.
The radio adaptation captures Chandler's gritty, atmospheric prose, drawing audiences into a world where the line between good and evil is blurred. Throughout the play, the Santa Ana winds howl in the background, creating a delicious sense of unease.
Greg and Mary talk about the performances of Van Heflin and Lurene Tuttle, the music score by Lyn Murray, and Chander's evocative writing.Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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This latest episode of the Shiver Show has more twists than Chubby Checker. The Bluebeard Caper is a gripping radio drama by Dashiell Hammett, featuring the cool, calm, and collected Sam Spade.
The Bluebeard Caper is classic radio noir, with rapid-fire dialogue, an intriguing femme fatale, a dodgy client, and an unexpected outcome. Howard Duff plays Sam Spade - the hard-boiled detective, with a razor-sharp wit and magnetism that women find impossible to resist.
Mary and Greg discuss what makes this episode in the Adventures of Sam Spade series so fun, including the age-old question: Bogie or Duff?
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Our latest episode from the golden age of radio is The Donna Dunham Case, featuring Candy Madson, a pioneering female detective. In an era when female detectives were rare in film and radio, Candy Madson broke barriers and defied expectations with her sharp wit, keen intellect, and fearless determination. In this week's episode of the Shiver Show, Candy Madson's brilliance shines through as she out-maneuvers the men around her and cracks the case.
Greg and Mary talk about what makes this episode so compelling, including the wonderful voice actor, Natalie Parks, the script, and the engrossing foley. Listen now!Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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Tune in to the latest chilling episode of the Shiver Show - Edgar Allan Poe's "The Fall of The House of Usher." Originally penned in 1839, this gothic masterpiece continues to captivate with its eerie atmosphere and psychological depth. Transport yourself to the decaying Usher mansion, which may be sentient, and the two Usher siblings locked in a purgatory of evil and madness. Listen to Mary and Greg and they talk about the all-star cast that brought this story to life for CBS Mystery Theatre in 1974.
Thank you for listening! If you like the show, please share us with your friends and family AND give us a review! If you have a suggestion for a show or a question, please drop it in the comments!
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Experience Edgar Allan Poe's chilling masterpiece come to life in the latest episode of the Shiver Show. Penned in 1841, and considered to be the first fiction in the crime genre, The Murders at the Rue Morgue takes you on a journey into the macabre, with an unlikely murder mystery. Join brilliant detective, C. Auguste Dupin, as he wanders the dark alleys of 19th Century Paris, in an effort to solve the enigma of a series of brutal crimes. Will Dupin untangle the web of deceit and reveal the shocking truth? Listen now!
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About The Shiver Show
From the publisher's feed
The Shiver Show brings you the most spine-tingling tales of crime, horror, and sci-fi from the golden age of radio. This was an era before TV, before screens—when families huddled around…
the radio, hearts pounding, as stories of suspense crackled through the airwaves.
From the 1930s to the 1960s, these Old Time Radio dramas captured imaginations like nothing else—and you can hear them now. Carefully curated and lovingly remastered to cut the static but keep the chills, The Shiver Show brings you the very best of that haunting era.
Co-hosts Mary Labrie and Greg Flynn prise open the coffin lid on what made these vintage dramas so unforgettable: eerie scores, masterful voice acting, immersive soundscapes, and themes that still resonate today.
Press play, close your eyes, and get ready to shiver.