Episode 215 - Robert Taylor (Part 2)

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Episode 215 - Robert Taylor (Part 2)

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Nov 25, 2020

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Leading man Robert Taylor made his Suspense debut as a reporter who stumbles into the story of the century in "The Argyle Album" (originally aired on CBS on December 13, 1945). Then we'll hear him join Mary, Phil, Dennis, and Don when he guest hosts The Jack Benny Program (originally aired on NBC on May 16, 1948).

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Nov 25, 2020

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Episode 2 - Peter Lorre: An actor who could play both mysterious heroes and dastardly villains, Peter Lorre was able to employ the full range of his talents when he appeared on Suspense. We’ll hear the star of The Maltese Falcon and Casablanca as a jealous husband with... by Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)
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