Gunsmoke: Old West Stories

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Gunsmoke: Old West Stories

Welcome to Gunsmoke: Old West Stories, a podcast that takes you back to the rugged plains of 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Rediscover the timeless tales of bravery, justice, and survival in the American frontier with our re-broadcasts of the classic Gunsmoke radio program. First airing on April 26, 1952, Gunsmoke was celebrated as the first adult western radio show, renowned for its superb storytelling and exceptional production quality. Join Marshal Matt Dillon, portrayed by the incomparable William Conrad, as he faces the challenges of maintaining law and order in a tumultuous town. Alongside him are unforgettable characters like Chester Proudfoot (Parley Baer), the steadfast deputy; Kitty (Georgia Ellis), the resilient saloon owner; and Doc Adams (Howard McNear), the town’s compassionate physician. What sets Gunsmoke apart is not just its stellar cast and engaging plots but the immersive sound effects that bring each scene to life. Every gunshot, horse gallop, and whisper of the wind transports you directly to the heart of the Old West. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, Gunsmoke: Old West Stories promises to deliver gripping adventures and a nostalgic journey through one of radio’s most iconic series. Tune in and let the legends of Dodge City captivate your imagination.

  1. 2 МАР.

    The Mistake: A Costly Error

    Originally Aired: March 19, 1955 The Mistake: A Costly Error: In this tense episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon makes a critical misjudgment that leads to tragic consequences. When a saloon dealer named Earl Haney is found brutally beaten and robbed in an alley, he manages to identify his attacker before succumbing to his injuries. The culprit, he claims, is a tall man with red hair—a description that immediately points to gambler Jim Bostick. Matt wastes no time in arresting Bostick, despite the man’s protests and claims of an alibi. But before Doc Adams can confirm Bostick’s whereabouts, the accused man escapes jail, riding hard for Coldwater. Determined to bring him back, Matt and Chester pursue him across the prairie, certain they’ve got their man. But just as they catch up to Bostick and haul him back to Dodge, a second murder takes place under eerily similar circumstances. This time, the real killer unknowingly exposes himself, bragging about how easy it was to strike again while Matt was out chasing the wrong man. Realizing his error too late, Matt is forced to let Bostick go, grappling with the weight of his mistake. The episode ends on a somber note, with Matt acknowledging that even lawmen aren’t infallible—and that justice, once delayed, can sometimes come at a terrible price. Keywords: "Gunsmoke The Mistake episode," "March 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon Jim Bostick arrest," "Dodge City saloon robbery," "marshal’s wrong judgment," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts," "classic Western radio drama." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, John Dehner, Lawrence Dobkin, James Nusser.

    26 мин.

  2. 10 ФЕВР.

    The Trial: Justice Corrupted

    In this riveting episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon watches as the frontier legal system is twisted into a weapon of injustice. When Homer Tisdale, a starving homesteader, is accused of stealing a handful of potatoes, Matt refuses to jail him. But days later, Homer is charged with a far worse crime—robbing the stage office and murdering Charlie Reynolds. Despite his protests of innocence, Homer is swiftly put on trial before the newly arrived Judge Stokes, a man whose interest in whiskey far outweighs his interest in the law. With two supposed eyewitnesses—storekeeper Van Walcott and stage agent Jay Buford—testifying against him, the outcome seems inevitable. But the true injustice unfolds when Homer’s court-appointed lawyer refuses to mount any defense at all. As Matt investigates, he realizes that the real criminals are the very men accusing Homer. Walcott, Buford, and Judge Stokes are all part of a conspiracy to steal $10,000 from the stage office—and pin the crime on a man too poor and powerless to fight back. In a dramatic climax, Matt corners the conspirators, exposing their plot and arresting the corrupt judge in a rare act of frontier justice. This episode is a gripping examination of power, corruption, and the resilience of one man standing against a broken system. Keywords: "Gunsmoke The Trial episode," "March 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon vs corrupt Judge Stokes," "Homer Tisdale framed for murder," "Dodge City stage office robbery," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts," "classic Western radio drama." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Lawrence Dobkin, Vic Perrin, John Dehner, Harry Bartell.

    26 мин.

  3. 8 ФЕВР.

    Kite’s Reward: Justice Denied

    In this tragic episode of Gunsmoke, a drifter named Andy Travis finds himself at the mercy of Dodge City’s justice system after a self-defense killing in a saloon. Marshal Matt Dillon sees something in Andy—a young man who doesn’t want to live by the gun—and offers him a fresh start. Andy gives up his weapon and finds work at the stable, determined to leave his violent past behind. But trouble soon arrives in the form of Joe Kite, a bounty hunter who claims that Andy isn’t just a drifting cowboy—he’s Andy Haycox, a wanted outlaw from Wyoming. When Kite guns Andy down in cold blood, he smugly demands his reward, believing himself to be justified in the killing. As Andy lies dying, he reveals to Matt that he had indeed been part of an outlaw gang—but had left before they committed murder. He wanted to start over, but his past caught up with him too soon. In a final act of frontier justice, Matt ensures Kite never sees a dime of the bounty money, branding him as nothing more than a thief with blood on his hands. This episode explores themes of redemption, fate, and the cruel consequences of a man trying to escape his past. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Kite’s Reward episode," "March 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon Andy Travis story," "Joe Kite bounty hunter injustice," "Western redemption and tragedy," "Dodge City outlaw bounty drama," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Sam Edwards, Joe Duvall, John Dehner, Vic Perrin.

    26 мин.

  4. 1 ФЕВР.

    Crack-Up: The Gunman’s Last Stand:

    Originally Aired: February 26, 1955 Crack-Up: The Gunman’s Last Stand: In this intense episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon confronts Nate Springer, a once-feared gunman whose reputation for being nerveless is crumbling fast. When Springer arrives in Dodge City, his erratic behavior and quick temper reveal a man haunted by his past. He’s no longer the cold-blooded killer people once whispered about—now, he’s unpredictable and dangerous in a different way. Matt tries to keep the peace as Springer lashes out at innocent townsfolk, nearly killing a young girl and even shooting a harmless dog in a fit of paranoia. But the final twist comes when Matt learns that Springer wasn’t hired by anyone else—he hired himself. Springer’s real mission is to face Matt Dillon in a gunfight, hoping that defeating the Marshal will restore the nerve he lost in prison. The story builds to a tense showdown on Front Street, where Springer forces Matt’s hand. But the confrontation doesn’t end the way Springer hopes. Instead, it marks the tragic end of a man who couldn’t outrun his own fear. This gripping episode delves into the psychological unraveling of a man once feared across the West, highlighting the toll that violence and a life of crime can take on the human spirit. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Crack-Up episode," "February 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon vs Nate Springer," "gunman loses nerve Gunsmoke," "Dodge City shootout drama," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts," "classic Western radio series." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, John Dehner, Harry Bartell.

    26 мин.

  5. 29 ЯНВ.

    Poor Pearl: A Fatal Mistake

    In this tragic episode of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon finds himself entangled in a deadly love triangle that ends in murder. Willie Calhoun, a lonely homesteader, arrives in Dodge City determined to marry Pearl Bender, a saloon girl he believes returns his affections. But Pearl has long been involved with the volatile and controlling Web Thorne, a gambler who has no intention of letting her go. Calhoun, armed and stubborn, refuses to accept reality, threatening anyone who might stand in his way. Matt steps in to prevent bloodshed, forcing Pearl to choose once and for all. To Calhoun’s devastation, Pearl refuses his proposal, leaving him heartbroken and humiliated. Days later, Matt is awakened by news of a shooting—Pearl has been gunned down in her own home. With her dying breath, she names her killer: Willie Calhoun. Fueled by grief and rage, Matt and Chester track Calhoun to his homestead, where the truth is finally revealed—Calhoun had meant to kill Web Thorne, not Pearl. In a cruel twist of fate, his blind devotion to Pearl led to her death by his own hand. This haunting episode explores themes of obsession, jealousy, and the irreversible consequences of a man unable to let go of love. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Poor Pearl episode," "February 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon Willie Calhoun tragedy," "Pearl Bender and Web Thorne," "Western love triangle gone wrong," "Dodge City murder mystery," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Vic Perrin, Virginia Christine, Harry Bartell.

    26 мин.

  6. 25 ЯНВ.

    Chester’s Hanging: A Deadly Ultimatum:

    In one of the most harrowing episodes of Gunsmoke, Marshal Matt Dillon faces a race against time when Chester Proudfoot is taken hostage by a pair of ruthless killers. After arresting Jim Kando, a wanted murderer, Matt believes the case is closed—until he discovers that Kando’s partner, Lee Binders, is still at large and willing to do anything to break him out of jail. When Binders and a hired gunman, Jack Haney, ambush Chester inside the jail, Matt is forced into a brutal standoff. The outlaws demand Kando’s release, but Matt refuses, knowing it would spell disaster for Dodge City. As tensions reach a boiling point, the killers resort to a terrifying strategy—stringing Chester up with a noose, threatening to hang him unless Matt hands over the cell key. With Chester’s life hanging in the balance, Matt refuses to back down, relying on quick thinking and the element of surprise to turn the tables. In a final, heart-stopping moment, the tide shifts as Matt and his men overpower the outlaws, saving Chester from the gallows just in time. Kando, now desperate, turns on Binders, ensuring they both face justice. This gripping episode showcases Matt Dillon’s unwavering resolve, Chester’s quiet bravery, and the deadly consequences of frontier justice. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Chester’s Hanging episode," "February 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon Jim Kando arrest," "Lee Binders jail escape plot," "Western hostage crisis drama," "Dodge City hanging standoff," "classic John Meston Gunsmoke scripts." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Paul Dubov, Clayton Post, James Nusser, Joe Cranston.

    27 мин.

  7. 21 ЯНВ.

    Cheyennes: A Dangerous Trade

    Marshal Matt Dillon stumbles upon the gruesome remains of a homestead massacre north of Dodge, the work of a well-armed Cheyenne war party. But when Matt and Chester investigate further, they discover a chilling truth—these Cheyennes weren’t just armed with traditional bows and arrows; they carried Spencer repeating rifles. Someone has been selling weapons to the tribes, fueling unrest and setting the stage for a violent uprising. As Matt and Chester follow the trail of the gunrunners, they cross paths with a newly stationed cavalry unit, led by the overly cautious Captain Nichols. Misunderstanding Matt’s presence at the scene, Nichols arrests him and Chester, believing they might be connected to the illicit weapons trade. But once Major Honeyman intervenes, Matt is released and given permission to investigate deeper. Risking his life, Matt ventures into a Cheyenne reservation to speak with Chief Long Robe, an old friend. Long Robe confirms that a rogue band of Cheyennes, led by a young warrior named Stone Eagle, has been receiving shipments of rifles at a secret meeting point near Rock Mound. With a war on the horizon, Matt and Chester must track the gunrunners before the weapons fall into more hands. In a high-stakes ambush, Matt and Chester intercept the criminals at a hidden cabin just as a wagonload of rifles arrives. A gunfight erupts, leaving the gunrunners dead—but with Cheyenne scouts already watching, Matt knows it’s only a matter of time before the rest of the war party arrives. Just when all seems lost, Captain Nichols and his cavalry troop appear, scattering the warriors before they can retrieve the weapons. With Stone Eagle out of ammunition, the threat of an all-out war is narrowly avoided, but Matt is left reflecting on the fragile peace in the West, where one bad deal can mean the difference between survival and destruction. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Cheyennes episode," "February 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon and Chief Long Robe," "Stone Eagle Cheyenne uprising," "gunrunners selling rifles to Indians," "Dodge City cavalry conflict," "classic Western radio series." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Harry Bartell, Ralph Moody, Florence Dobkin, Barney Phillips, Vic Perrin.

    27 мин.

  8. 17 ЯНВ.

    Young Love: Caught Between Loyalty and the Law

    In this dramatic episode of Gunsmoke, a tragic love story unfolds as Marshal Matt Dillon investigates the murder of Jesse Wheat, a rancher found shot in his buggy. Suspicion quickly falls on two cowboys, Jim Box and Rod Allison, who worked for Wheat and were the last to see him alive. However, as Matt digs deeper, he discovers that the case is more complicated than it seems. The investigation takes an emotional turn when Matt learns that Rod is in love with Jesse's young widow, Anna. As Matt tightens the noose around the suspects, Box turns violent, attempting to eliminate anyone who might expose his crimes. In a deadly showdown, Matt takes Box down, leaving Rod alone to face the law. Wounded and desperate, Rod proclaims his innocence, and Anna pleads for Matt to believe him. In an unexpected act of mercy, Matt allows Rod to recover under Anna's care, with the understanding that when he’s well, he must return to Dodge—to either face justice or marry the woman he loves. This episode weaves together themes of justice, redemption, and the power of love in a world where the law is often unforgiving. Keywords: "Gunsmoke Young Love episode," "January 1955 Gunsmoke radio," "Matt Dillon Jesse Wheat murder," "Jim Box Rod Allison showdown," "Western love and justice drama," "John Meston Gunsmoke scripts," "classic Western radio series." Cast: William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis, Sam Edwards, Eleanor Tannen, Vic Perrin, Don Diamond, Frank Cady.

    27 мин.
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    Welcome to Gunsmoke: Old West Stories, a podcast that takes you back to the rugged plains of 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Rediscover the timeless tales of bravery, justice, and survival in the American frontier with our re-broadcasts of the classic Gunsmoke radio program. First airing on April 26, 1952, Gunsmoke was celebrated as the first adult western radio show, renowned for its superb storytelling and exceptional production quality. Join Marshal Matt Dillon, portrayed by the incomparable William Conrad, as he faces the challenges of maintaining law and order in a tumultuous town. Alongside him are unforgettable characters like Chester Proudfoot (Parley Baer), the steadfast deputy; Kitty (Georgia Ellis), the resilient saloon owner; and Doc Adams (Howard McNear), the town’s compassionate physician. What sets Gunsmoke apart is not just its stellar cast and engaging plots but the immersive sound effects that bring each scene to life. Every gunshot, horse gallop, and whisper of the wind transports you directly to the heart of the Old West. Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, Gunsmoke: Old West Stories promises to deliver gripping adventures and a nostalgic journey through one of radio’s most iconic series. Tune in and let the legends of Dodge City captivate your imagination.

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