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Matthew Slade, Private Investigator 10 Episodes
Matthew Slade, Private Investigator was a hard-boiled detective radio drama that brought fast-paced action, sharp dialogue, and tough-guy narration to the airwaves during the height of America’s fascination with private eyes. Set in a gritty urban landscape filled with crooks, femme fatales, and shady deals, the show followed the cases of Matthew Slade, a street-smart, no-nonsense private investigator who wasn’t afraid to bend the rules to get justice. With its moody tone and suspenseful plots, the series delivered classic pulp-style detective fiction straight into the homes of eager listeners.
Stylish and relentless, Matthew Slade, Private Investigator carried the torch of post-war crime radio with grit and swagger.
The Stars
Matthew Slade was voiced by veteran radio actor Lawson Zerbe, whose gravelly delivery and tough demeanor perfectly suited the noir-style storytelling. As Slade, Zerbe offered voiceover narration in the first person, drawing listeners into the story with lines like “It was a Thursday, and the kind of case that walks in when you're not expecting trouble…”
Supporting characters varied from episode to episode, with other voices drawn from New York’s pool of seasoned radio performers.
Key Dates
• Matthew Slade, Private Investigator aired in syndication in 1964, produced by Walter Grauman Productions.
• The series was distributed via transcription and aired on local stations throughout the United States.
• A total of 52 half-hour episodes were produced.
Other Information
The stories were told in classic detective fashion — a client with a secret, a dangerous adversary, a twist in the middle, and a confrontation at the end. Slade investigated murders, blackmail schemes, missing persons, and the occasional double-cross, all while delivering hard-edged observations in a steady, cynical tone.
While the show aired during the 1960s—well after the peak of golden-age radio—it maintained the style and feel of 1940s and 1950s noir, appealing to audiences still hungry for classic detective drama in the age of television. The use of moody music, atmospheric sound effects, and narration-rich scripts made it an ideal late entry in the OTR crime genre.
Today, Matthew Slade, Private Investigator is appreciated as one of the final original detective series of the old-time radio era. Its sharp writing and classic noir aesthetic make it a nostalgic favorite among fans of vintage private eye fiction.
This collection comes preloaded on a USB stick, allowing you to easily transfer all episodes to the device of your choice. Enjoy seamless playback a perfect blend of vintage charm and modern convenience.
Suggested Retail Price: $9.99
Mice Price: $7.69
Length: 10
Width: 10
Weight: 0.0500 pounds
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