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Suspense, Adventure · 1947–1977

Escape

218 episodes · CBS

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About this show

Escape is a suspense, adventure radio series (1947–1977) on CBS. Hosted by Roy Rowan.

Episodes

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1952

  1. Ep 155

    Nov 2, 1952 · The Running Man

    In The Running Man, a man finds himself alone in the sultry Caribbean night, where he encounters the enchanting yet ominous Selena. As he struggles with mounting debts and a recent tragic accident, he is torn between his feelings for her and the warnings of those around him. The…

    29:01
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Romance
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  2. Ep 156

    Nov 9, 1952 · The Return

    In The Return, a weary traveler arrives in North Africa, yearning for an escape from the relentless struggles of life. He meets a blind beggar named Negar, who promises to lead him to a perfect place devoid of conflict. As he journeys through the walled Arab town, he grapples wit…

    28:01
    • Ominous
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  3. Ep 157

    Nov 16, 1952 · The Loup-Garou

    In The Loup-Garou, the murky waters of the Louisiana bayou serve as the backdrop for a tale of fear and superstition. Marie, a headstrong young woman, finds herself drawn to a stranger, igniting the ire of the villagers who suspect him of dark deeds, including the death of a loca…

    29:11
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Supernatural
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  4. Ep 160

    Dec 7, 1952 · Incident in Quito

    In the gripping episode Incident in Quito from Escape, listeners are thrust into the heart of the Ecuadorian jungle, where Frank Harvey's expedition takes a sinister turn. As he and his wife Edith argue over their strained relationship, the looming threat of the Popo Yon Headhunt…

    29:30
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  5. Ep 161

    Dec 14, 1952 · Four Went Home

    In Escape's episode Four Went Home, four American soldiers in a Nazi prison camp decide to risk everything for freedom as the war draws to a close. With their lives on the line and the enemy closing in, they must navigate the treacherous landscape of both the camp and their own f…

    29:46
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • War
    • Drama
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
  6. Ep 162

    Dec 21, 1952 · The Man Who Liked Dickens

    In The Man Who Liked Dickens, an Englishman is held captive in the Brazilian jungle by a deranged individual who forces him to read the works of Charles Dickens repeatedly. As he battles fever and isolation, he faces not only the madness of his captor but also the creeping despai…

    28:58

1953

  1. Ep 165

    Jan 11, 1953 · Conqueror's Isle (Harry Bartell)

    In Conqueror's Isle, Lieutenant Brady shares his incredible story of survival after being lost at sea for seven years. After a plane crash during a typhoon, he and his crew find themselves on a strange island inhabited by beings with extraordinary powers. As he struggles to convi…

    26:50
  2. Ep 166

    Jan 18, 1953 · A Matter of Conscience

    In A Matter of Conscience, the tranquility of Bali is shattered when three British tourists desecrate a sacred temple, leading to a potential uprising among the offended natives. The government resident, caught between his duty and the cultural pride of the Balinese people, must…

    28:30
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Can I stream Escape free on Goldie?
Yes. Escape episodes are free to stream on goldie.fm. Create a free account for unlimited listening; anonymous visitors get a daily sample stream.
How many Escape episodes are on Goldie?
Goldie has 218 playable Escape episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
When did Escape originally air?
Escape originally aired 1947–1977 on CBS. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
Does Goldie include transcripts for Escape?
Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.
    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 167

    Jan 25, 1953 · Diary of a Madman

    In Diary of a Madman, a band of Nazi deserters embarks on a perilous journey through the Sahara Desert, driven by dreams of power and kingship over the native tribes. Led by Unteroffizier Hans Brock, they plan to seize control of the Empire of the Niger, believing that they can e…

    29:30
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
  • Ep 168

    Feb 1, 1953 · A Study in Wax

    In A Study in Wax, two men, Cabell and Jack, are trapped in a remote Arctic cabin as winter closes in. With their radio destroyed, they face the harsh reality of isolation, and as the cold intensifies, so do their fraying nerves. Cabell's mental state deteriorates, leading to a t…

    26:31
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  • Ep 169

    Feb 8, 1953 · Jetsam

    In Jetsam, Junius Peabody is a washed-up alcoholic who stumbles upon a fortune in ambergris while on a desolate island. As he grapples with his past and the choices that led him to this point, he encounters a cynical man named Bendemeer who offers him a choice: take charge of an…

    29:33
    • Tense
    • Survival
    • Psychological
    • Murder
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 170

    Feb 15, 1953 · Wild Jack Rhett (Harry Bartell)

    In the gripping episode Wild Jack Rhett, the town of Red Mesa faces a dilemma as they seek a new sheriff to bring peace to their lawless streets. The committee decides to hire Jack Rhett, a feared gunfighter known for his cold-blooded nature, believing he can eliminate the threat…

    28:39
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Revenge
    • Western
    • Drama
    • Thriller
  • Ep 171

    Feb 22, 1953 · I Saw Myself Running

    In I Saw Myself Running, a woman grapples with a haunting dream that recurs night after night. She finds herself running from an unseen threat, only to discover that she is not alone; another version of herself accompanies her in this surreal nightmare. As she delves deeper into…

    29:11
    • Tense
    • Psychological
    • Supernatural
    • Murder
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 172

    Mar 1, 1953 · The Tramp

    In The Tramp, a group of ruthless men sets their sights on a dilapidated tramp steamer, the Lacewing, and its inebriated captain, Blee. They believe this ship, laden with scrap, is their ticket to a lucrative heist. However, as they prepare to execute their plan, they must naviga…

    29:30
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Thriller
    • Mystery
    • Drama
  • Ep 173

    Mar 8, 1953 · The Island (Stacy Harris)

    In the gripping episode The Island, Corporal Robert Lacey, weary from the brutalities of war, escapes into his dreams of a serene island paradise. However, his fantasies become intertwined with reality when he and his companion, Tabori, encounter a mysterious woman who may not be…

    28:01