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This is Nightline, your open door to people and places, and this is Walter O'Keefe. Nightline invites you to listen in on NBC's award-winning science fiction series, X-1. Countdown for blast off. X minus five, four, three, two, X minus one, fire. From the far horizon of the unknown come tales of new dimensions in time and space. These are stories of the future. Adventures in which you'll live in a million could be years on a thousand maybe worlds. The National Broadcasting C…

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Synopsis

In The Light, the story begins with a crew of astronauts preparing for their momentous journey to the moon. As they launch into space, the tension among the crew members is palpable. Captain Baird, the engineer Hernandez, and a historian are tasked with the mission, but their differing backgrounds lead to friction. The historian, who appreciates art and culture, finds himself at odds with the more pragmatic crew members, who view the mission primarily through a lens of power and prestige.

Host

Fred Collins

Cast›

Bob Hastings

D

David Kerman

Karl Weber

Network›

NBC

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Report on the Barnhouse Effect

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Ep 3 · Saturday, April 22, 1950 · 29:59

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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

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In Operation Sellout, two OSS agents embark on a perilous mission into Nazi-occupied France to locate submarine bases, only to find themselves joined by a German officer with a questionable allegiance. Tensions rise as they navigate the dangers of espionage and betrayal.

Ep 20 · Friday, September 22, 1950 · 29:30

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

Planet Man

Encounter with Pirates

Danco the Planet Man and his crew embark on a journey to Mercury, but they encounter a distress signal from a freighter claiming to be attacked by space pirates. As they investigate, the stakes rise with the potential for danger lurking nearby.

Ep 22 · Sunday, January 1, 1950 · 11:57

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Child's Play

Sam Webber, a successful attorney, receives a mysterious 'Build-A-Man' kit from the future, leading him to confront his past and the implications of playing God.

Ep 21 · Thursday, October 20, 1955 · 23:08

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Dwellers in Silence

A spaceship from Mars returns to Earth twenty years after humanity's departure, discovering a seemingly abandoned city filled with signs of life. The crew encounters an old man who reveals the truth about his family and their existence in a post-apocalyptic world.

Ep 24 · Thursday, November 10, 1955 · 23:47

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Appointment in Tomorrow

In a near-future America, George Helmut navigates the oppressive regime of 'The Thinkers' and their powerful computer, Maisie, as he contemplates a crucial project that could alter humanity's future in space. The stakes rise as he faces manipulation and betrayal from those in power.

Ep 74 · Wednesday, November 7, 1956 · 27:31

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Man's Best Friend

In a future where machines predict destinies, a man named Schnee learns he is destined to become a ruler, but he is reluctant to fulfill this role, especially when it involves killing the current leader.

Ep 98 · Wednesday, April 24, 1957 · 22:19

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Surface Tension

Scientists discover that the sun will explode in two weeks, prompting a desperate search for a way to preserve humanity. They create a race of sub-microscopic humans living in a drop of water, raising profound questions about existence and intervention.

Ep 65 · Tuesday, August 28, 1956 · 28:36

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The Outer Limit

In The Outer Limit, a test pilot embarks on a groundbreaking space mission with dire stakes as he risks drifting into the void of space. With only ten minutes of fuel for the return trip, he must navigate the unknown while facing unexpected challenges.

Ep 25 · Wednesday, November 16, 1955 · 28:08

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Sorry, Wrong Number

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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

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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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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

Gunsmoke

Old Faces

Tom Cook confronts Ed Ivers after Ivers insults his wife, Tilda, leading to escalating tensions in Dodge City. The stakes rise as Tom's honor and safety are put on the line in a potential gunfight.

Ep 457 · Sunday, January 8, 1961 · 24:34

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In 1429 Paris, a young cavalier finds himself lost and pursued by soldiers, leading him to a mysterious house where he encounters the enigmatic Sire de Maltois and a beautiful woman named Blanche. The stakes rise as he navigates the dangers of love and honor amidst the chaos of war.

Ep 5 · Monday, August 4, 1947 · 29:33

The Six Shooter

Audition Show

Britt Ponset, known as the sixth shooter, finds himself in Clay City with a horse in need of a shoe. As he navigates the town, he uncovers a recent robbery and the mystery surrounding it.

Ep 0 · Wednesday, July 15, 1953 · 23:28

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  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_X_Minus_One_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
  • Cast and sponsor data from RadioGold Index (J. David Goldin / UMKC Libraries).
  • Historical context from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

XMinusOne57-10-24117TheLight.mp3

X Minus One, Episode 117

The Light

Thursday, October 24, 1957 · 20:02

X Minus One, Episode 117

The Light

Thursday, October 24, 1957 · 20:02

Summary

In The Light, a crew of astronauts on the first moon landing discovers mysterious footprints that suggest they are not the first to visit. The implications of this discovery could alter the balance of power in the ongoing Cold War.

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Seor Rufio

Senor Rufio seeks refuge at Shannon's place, haunted by his past sins. As tensions rise, a murder occurs, and dark secrets begin to unravel.

Ep 60 · Monday, May 12, 1952 · 26:18

The Adventures of Superman

Superman Vs. Kryptonite - Pt 33

Superman faces a dire challenge as he battles the effects of kryptonite and struggles to regain his memory. With the help of Batman and Robin, he must confront the villain Latimer and his henchmen to save himself and his friends.

Ep 1581 · Friday, June 27, 1947 · 14:29

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On a Pacific atoll, soldiers prepare to detonate a nuclear bomb, but the native Tahani refuse to evacuate, believing their ancestors' spirits are tied to the land. Tensions rise as the deadline approaches, leading to unexpected revelations about the island's true history.

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A crew of spacemen lands on Planet Nine, where they discover alien junk that causes them to forget how to operate their spaceship. As they struggle to remember, they face the terrifying possibility of being stranded forever.

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In a futuristic society, a man purchases a humanoid robot to impersonate him while he enjoys a night out, but complications arise when the robot begins to develop its own desires. The stakes escalate as the line between reality and imitation blurs.

Ep 30 · Wednesday, December 21, 1955 · 29:06

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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

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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

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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.

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That night in history

Headlines

  • 1957 — The United States Air Force starts the X-20 Dyna-Soar crewed space program.

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