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In the gripping episode Death Pitch from the classic radio series Suspense, the audience is transported under the vibrant yet treacherous world of the circus, where ambition and betrayal intertwine in a deadly dance. The story centers around Nick Arnold, a man whose aspirations to own the circus consume him, leading him down a dark path of manipulation and murder. As the episode opens, Nick stands at the entrance of the big top, captivated by the dazzling performances of trapeze artists, a stark contrast to his own tumultuous life. He dreams of owning the show, but his ambitions are thwarted by his brother Lee, a partner he views as incompetent and a hindrance to his dreams.
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