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E29. Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator: Corpse on the Town (3/9/1955)

E29. Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator: Corpse on the Town (3/9/1955)

FromThe Film Detective Podcast


E29. Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator: Corpse on the Town (3/9/1955)

FromThe Film Detective Podcast

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Length:
28 minutes
Released:
May 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Barry Craig, Confidential Investigator. Featuring narration by William Gargan and Ralph Bell.A popular whodunnit detective series that aired on NBC from aired from 1951 until 1955, the series was based around the thrilling investigations of New York detective Barry Craig (William Gargan). Billed as "Your man when you can't go to the cops," Barry Craig solved his cases efficiently and liked to work alone. Unlike his contemporaries Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe, Craig's character had a laid back personality, contrary to the popular hard-boiled stereotype that was dominating various radio detective series of the period. The series featured a well rounded supporting cast including Ralph Bell, Elspeth Eric, and Santos Ortega, and was broadcast from New York until 1954, when it had then moved to LA before ultimately ending its broadcast run in 1955.Originally airing 3/9/1955, get ready for another nail-biting detective adventure in this week's episode of "Corpse on the Town," with Barry Craig!Enjoying The Film Detective?You can watch this episode here.Or connect with us here:FacebookInstagramTwitterYouTubeWant even more? Subscribe to our Newsletter here. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Released:
May 18, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Film Detective Podcast is your weekly source of nostalgia from the Golden Age of Radio. Hosted by Carl Amari, The Film Detective Podcast is placing the spotlight on the old-time radio era, revisiting the best classic radio programs that captivated households for decades. We're stepping back in time to the theater of the mind and (re)discovering the magic of old-time radio! Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.