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Obsession Radio Show!

Obsession Radio Show!

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 After the real-life terrors of World War II, it must have been hard for most Americans to settle down to a more peaceful life and a relatively gentle radio world. Radio waves were populated, to a certain extent, with characters like Dr. Christian, Lum and Abner, and Ozzie and Harriet. When the war was over, and the GIs returned, audiences craved more dramatic programming. To fill this void, radio producers began to promote macabre and terrifying thrillers including shows like Inner Sanctum Mysteries, Lights Out, and Obsession.

Obsession was produced independently by C. P. 'Chick' MacGregor, and its first episode aired on October 9, 1950. It began on WBBM, Chicago as a filler until January 15, 1951, when Obsession earned its own time slot. The program lasted only seventeen months. Its final broadcast aired May 12, 1952.

The program starred many radio greats including Vincent Price, Ruth Warrick, William Gargan, Miriam Hopkins, and Barton Yarborough. Various writers have noted that the music was eerie and the acting was first-rate, but the quality of the scripts varied from week to week. Nevertheless, enthusiasts insist that it is well worth listening to.Copyright Radio Shows of the Past! Art World
Episodes
  • Obsession 4 Murder Deferred (aka Second Best)

    Obsession 4 Murder Deferred (aka Second Best)
    Sep 29 2024
    30 mins
  • Obsession 6 Cousin Charlie (AFRS)

    Obsession 6 Cousin Charlie (AFRS)
    Sep 29 2024
    25 mins
  • Obsession 5 Hunting Party (aka Holiday House) (AFRS)

    Obsession 5 Hunting Party (aka Holiday House) (AFRS)
    Sep 29 2024
    24 mins
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