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Now 9.30 WCBS AM and FM, New York. Tired of the everyday grind? Ever dream of a life of romantic adventure? Want to get away from it all? We offer you Escape. Escape, designed to free you from the four walls of today for a half hour of high adventure. You are standing in inky blackness, looking up a long flight of stairs, at the top of which lurks something unbelievably evil. But in the moving shadows behind you, coming closer to you, is the shadowy figure of something that…

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Synopsis

In I Saw Myself Running, a woman named Susan is plagued by a recurring nightmare that leaves her feeling trapped and terrified. Each night, she finds herself in a dream where she is running from an unseen force, accompanied by another version of herself. This duality creates a sense of unease as she struggles to understand the meaning behind her dreams and the identity of the figure that haunts her.

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Drive-Time Dial

Open road, closed case — half-hour windows.

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Suspense

Sorry, Wrong Number

An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment.

Ep 43 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 29:38

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons

The Shrieking Prisoner Murder Case (Pt. 2)

Mr. Keen investigates the murder of Donald Travers in a creepy old house, where he encounters strange sisters and a potential murderer with a violent past. Tensions rise as secrets and insanity threaten to unravel the truth.

Ep 1506 · Wednesday, June 23, 1954 · 14:43

Let George Do It

The Common Denominator

Mrs. Trask seeks George Valentine's help to prevent a murder she has foreseen through premonitions. With two previous murders linked to her visions, the stakes are high as time runs out.

Ep 281 · Monday, January 28, 1952 · 29:08

Philip Marlowe, The Adventures of

The Iron Coffin

Philip Marlowe investigates the mysterious disappearance of a young man named Bennett and his fiancée, Irene, who seem to have vanished into a historical obsession. The case leads him to a peculiar castle with dark secrets.

Ep 92 · Wednesday, July 12, 1950 · 29:50

Candy Matson, Yukon 28209

Symphony of Death

Candy Matson investigates the troubled mind of songwriter Gordon Gray, who believes he is destined to die. As she delves into his psyche, she uncovers the dark connection between his mental breakdown and his latest composition, the 'Symphony of Death.'

Ep 50 · Monday, June 19, 1950 · 29:43

Casey, Crime Photographer

Witchcraft

In Witchcraft, Casey investigates the murder of Amos Jenkins in Frogtown, a community steeped in superstition. As he delves into the case, he encounters a fortune teller and a web of local beliefs that complicate the investigation.

Ep 225 · Thursday, February 19, 1948 · 29:32

Tense›

Same mood, other nights on the dial

Suspense

Sorry, Wrong Number

An invalid woman overhears a chilling conversation about a planned murder while struggling with a malfunctioning telephone. As she fights to alert the authorities, the stakes rise with each passing moment.

Ep 43 · Tuesday, May 25, 1943 · 29:38

The Lone Ranger

Cold Spring Showdown (Last Original 'Live' Broadcast)

The Lone Ranger and Tonto prepare to defend Cold Spring against a band of outlaws led by Red Eagle, who are intent on stealing a chest of gold. Tensions rise as the outlaws launch their attack on the stagecoach station.

Ep 3377 · Friday, September 3, 1954 · 23:25

Dangerously Yours

The Highwayman

In The Highwayman, a daring outlaw confronts a wealthy coachman while seeking romance with the landlord's daughter, Bess. The stakes rise as love and danger intertwine under the moonlit sky.

Ep 1 · Sunday, July 2, 1944 · 29:39

X Minus One

At the Post

A race track tout struggles to save his wife, who has fallen into a catatonic state, believing she is being controlled by aliens. He uses his knowledge of horse racing to uncover the truth behind her condition and the impending doom of mankind.

Ep 94 · Wednesday, March 27, 1957 · 22:03

The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe

Stamped for Murder

Nero Wolfe faces a pressing dilemma when a young woman seeks his help to recover her inheritance, which her father has squandered on a dubious treasure map. As Wolfe reluctantly takes on the case, the stakes rise with the revelation of swindlers and hidden value.

Ep 1 · Friday, October 20, 1950 · 29:48

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An Evening With Groucho

London Stories - Churchill & 2nd World War

Groucho Marx shares humorous anecdotes about Winston Churchill during World War II, highlighting the lighter side of a serious historical figure.

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Rocket from Manhattan

In Rocket from Manhattan, a group of astronauts returns from the moon, but their journey takes a dark turn as they face a dire situation in space. Tensions rise as they confront the consequences of their mission and the implications of their discoveries.

Ep 22 · Friday, February 11, 1972 · 28:36

The Six Shooter

Jenny

The Six Shooter encounters a young man injured in a gully and helps him reach safety, only to find himself in a tense situation with a mysterious woman at a nearby cabin.

Ep 1 · Sunday, September 20, 1953 · 28:24

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Escape_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).

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Escape, Episode 171

I Saw Myself Running

Sunday, February 22, 1953 · 29:11

Escape, Episode 171

I Saw Myself Running

Sunday, February 22, 1953 · 29:11

Summary

A woman experiences a recurring dream where she sees herself running from an unknown terror. As she navigates this dreamscape, she confronts her fears and the nature of her own identity.

  • Tense
  • Psychological
  • Supernatural
  • Murder
  • Mystery
  • Thriller
  • Drama

Chapters

Detective Desk

Private eyes, hardboiled and soft.

24 episodes

Ghost Story Hour

Spirits on the network.

24 episodes

Tense Nights

Edge-of-seat radio.

24 episodes

Twist Ending Club

Don’t peek. The last minute is the point.

24 episodes

Psychological Thrillers

The danger is inside the room.

24 episodes

Morning Coffee Mystery

Puzzles that pair with caffeine.

24 episodes

Essential Thrillers

Pulse-up nights across the golden age.

24 episodes

Mr. and Mrs. North

Call Me Choo Choo (aka-Clarinet In The Country, Murder in A-Flat, Jam Session)

Pam and Jerry North find themselves on a dark, deserted road after a weekend getaway, where they encounter a mysterious clarinet player and a potential murder scene. As they search for answers, they become entangled in a web of danger and deception.

Ep 232 · Tuesday, December 9, 1947 · 24:48

Molle' Mystery Theater

Burn Witch Burn AFRS MystPhs 166

A doctor confronts a supernatural force after a gangster's gunman dies in his hospital under mysterious circumstances. He struggles to reconcile his scientific beliefs with the terrifying events surrounding the death.

Ep 107 · Friday, January 25, 1946 · 24:48

Escape

The Invader

A timid man makes contact with an alien spaceship, but his wife dismisses his discovery as a joke. As tensions rise, the fate of the extraterrestrial visitors hangs in the balance.

Ep 176 · Sunday, March 29, 1953 · 29:30

Escape

The Man Who Could Work Miracles

In a quiet English village, a reasonable man named George Fotheringay discovers he has the power to perform miracles, leading to unexpected chaos and challenges to his rational beliefs.

Ep 139 · Sunday, December 31, 1950 · 29:30

The Adventures of Superman

Superman Vs. Kryptonite - Pt 09

Batman and Robin race against time to find Superman, who is in danger after being captured by the corrupt George Latimer, who possesses kryptonite. The stakes are high as they attempt to outsmart Latimer and rescue their friend.

Ep 1557 · Monday, May 26, 1947 · 14:23

Dimension X

The Outer Limit

In The Outer Limit, a test pilot prepares for a groundbreaking space mission while grappling with personal anxieties about impending fatherhood. As he launches into the unknown, the stakes rise with the potential for disaster looming over the mission.

Ep 1 · Saturday, April 8, 1950 · 30:11

Dragnet

Red Light Bandit

A ruthless robber impersonates a police officer, preying on unsuspecting citizens at red traffic lights. Detectives Friday and Romero must track him down before he strikes again.

Ep 6 · Thursday, July 14, 1949 · 29:37

That night in history

On the air that night›

  1. DragnetThe Big SmokeEpisode 192
  2. EscapeI Saw Myself RunningCurrently listeningEpisode 171
  3. The Jack Benny ProgramThe Beavers Impersonate the ShowEpisode 835