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Gunsmoke | Old Time Radio brings you classic Western drama from the golden age of radio, following U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon as he keeps the peace in Dodge City and faces outlaws, violence, frontier justice, and the difficult choices of life in the Old West. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. Starring William Conrad as Matt Dillon, Gunsmoke became one of the most acclaimed and influential Western dramas in radio history, known for its mature storytelling, memorable characters, and realistic frontier atmosphere. Rediscover classic old time radio westerns, Western drama, frontier stories, adventure, crime, historical fiction, and vintage radio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww
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- Today22 min
Gunsmoke - "The Constable Reused Script" (Old Time Radio, 1960)
Gunsmoke presents “The Constable Reused Script,” episode 415, originally broadcast March 20, 1960. This CBS radio drama stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Bartlett Robinson featured as a guest performer.When a cattle drive arrives in Dodge City, the trail boss and his cowboys bring both spending money and mounting trouble. Matt Dillon’s efforts to keep order concern local merchants, who worry that tough enforcement could send valuable business elsewhere—placing a newly hired constable at the center of a tense debate over authority and public safety. Written by John Meston, this broadcast reuses the script from the May 8, 1954 radio episode.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:53 Original Broadcast22:40 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 2 days ago20 min
Gunsmoke - "How To Cure a Friend" (Old Time Radio, 1956)
Gunsmoke presents “How To Cure a Friend,” episode 197 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast January 15, 1956. Written by John Meston and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell, it stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer, Howard McNear, and Georgia Ellis.Matt’s old friend Nick Search arrives in Dodge City to make his living as a gambler. When troubling rumors and uneasy card games test Search’s reputation, Dillon must balance loyalty to a friend with his responsibility to keep the peace.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:45 Original Broadcast19:57 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 3 days ago28 min
Gunsmoke - "Flashback" (Old Time Radio, 1953)
Gunsmoke presents “Flashback,” episode 62 of the classic CBS Radio Network series, originally broadcast on June 27, 1953. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this Norman Macdonnell-produced and directed episode, written by Les Crutchfield.Retired Army Colonel Beck and his son Brian arrive in Dodge City as trouble builds around the colonel’s cattle operation. A dispute involving range boss Bud Stark brings Dillon into a tense conflict of pride, old resentments, and family strain. Parley Baer, Georgia Ellis, and Howard McNear also appear as Chester, Kitty, and Doc.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:21 Original Broadcast28:18 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 4 days ago25 min
Gunsmoke - "Robin Hood" (Old Time Radio, 1955)
Gunsmoke presents “Robin Hood,” episode 143 of the classic CBS Radio Network western, originally broadcast January 8, 1955. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this John Meston script, directed by Norman Macdonnell.When a stagecoach arrives late from Rocky Ford, its passengers describe a peculiar holdup: a masked gunman took only the banker’s money and the coach’s treasure box. As the outlaw’s selective crimes begin building a Robin Hood legend around Dodge City, Matt Dillon must confront both the thief and the dangerous reputation growing around him.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:50 Original Broadcast24:55 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 5 days ago25 min
Gunsmoke - "Bloody Hands" (Old Time Radio, 1955)
Gunsmoke presents “Bloody Hands,” episode 155 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast April 2, 1955. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester, Georgia Ellis as Kitty, and Howard McNear as Doc.After pursuing outlaw Jack Brand and his gang, Matt returns to Dodge City carrying the weight of a violent encounter. Written by John Meston and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell, this tense drama explores the personal cost of a marshal’s duty as a new danger gathers around the town.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:52 Original Broadcast25:32 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 6 days ago25 min
Gunsmoke - "Skid Row" (Old Time Radio, 1955)
Gunsmoke presents “Skid Row,” episode 156 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on April 9, 1955. Written by John Meston and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell, it stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon.When Ann Cabot arrives in Dodge City from Connecticut searching for Jack Shomer, Matt, Chester, Doc, and Kitty know that the man she expects to find has been changed by hard times and drink. As Shomer struggles to face his past, a local troublemaker raises the stakes in this tense redemption drama.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:47 Original Broadcast25:13 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 1 weeks ago23 min
Gunsmoke - "The Cover-Up" (Old Time Radio, 1954)
Gunsmoke presents “The Cover-Up,” episode 112 of the classic radio series, originally broadcast on CBS on June 12, 1954. In this second-season installment, William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in a story written by John Meston and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell.After Barnaby Hoffer threatens Art Long, both men are found dead, and suspicion quickly falls on cattleman Sam Baxtin. Dillon must look beyond the apparent answer as he investigates the deadly dispute in Dodge City.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:45 Original Broadcast23:11 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
- 1 weeks ago22 min
Gunsmoke - "The Lady Killer" (Old Time Radio, 1961)
Gunsmoke presents “The Lady Killer,” episode 475 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast on May 14, 1961. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer, Howard McNear, and Georgia Ellis in their continuing roles.As Dodge City prepares for a case involving Cy Welch, a key witness is shot after an encounter with a Long Branch saloon girl. Her claim of self-defense leaves Dillon with questions—and a possible connection to Welch’s past. Written by John Meston and adapted for radio by Frank Paris, this late-run episode was produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell.Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:51 Original Broadcast22:07 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio
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Gunsmoke | Old Time Radio brings you classic Western drama from the golden age of radio, following U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon as he keeps the peace in Dodge City and faces outlaws, violence, frontier justice, and the difficult choices of life in the Old West. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. Starring William Conrad as Matt Dillon, Gunsmoke became one of the most acclaimed and influential Western dramas in radio history, known for its mature storytelling, memorable characters, and realistic frontier atmosphere. Rediscover classic old time radio westerns, Western drama, frontier stories, adventure, crime, historical fiction, and vintage radio.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww
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