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X Minus One Episode 1: “No Contact” | Old Time Radio Sci-Fi Classic

Step into the golden age of science fiction with X Minus One Episode 1: “No Contact.” First broadcast on April 24, 1955, this legendary Old Time Radio sci-fi drama launches listeners into a gripping mystery at the edge of the universe.

In this classic episode, humanity’s attempts to explore deep space are brought to a halt by a strange, invisible barrier. Five space expeditions have vanished without a trace—no recordings, no signals, no survivors. Now, a sixth voyage sets out to uncover the truth. Is it a natural phenomenon… or something far more unsettling?

Based on a story by George Lefferts and Ernest Kinoy, and performed by a stellar cast including Ken Williams, Luis Van Rooten, Matt Crowley, Wendell Holmes, William Griffis, Bill Smith, and Donald Buka, “No Contact” blends suspense, mystery, and cosmic dread in one of the most iconic openings to any Old Time Radio sci-fi series.

Whether you're a longtime fan of classic radio dramas or discovering X Minus One for the first time, this episode delivers timeless storytelling, atmospheric sound design, and the thrilling exploration themes that defined 1950s science fiction.

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The Adventures of Sam Spade: The Adam Figg Caper

When private detective Sam Spade answers a late-night call from a desperate client, he soon finds himself entangled in a case full of deception, double-crosses, and cold cash. What begins as a simple missing-person case turns into a dangerous hunt involving stolen identities, shady partners, and an unexpected twist only Spade could unravel.

Step back into postwar San Francisco as Howard Duff stars as the wisecracking detective with a sharp mind and a sharper tongue. Produced by William Spier and written by Bob Tallman and Gil Doud, The Adam Figg Caper captures everything fans love about this classic noir series—fast talk, dark humor, and a case that keeps you guessing until the end.

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In this classic noir adventure, private detective Sam Spade returns in The Convertible Caper — a sharp, fast-talking mystery straight from the golden age of radio. When a stolen car turns into a deadly case of deception, Spade must navigate a maze of lies, danger, and charm the way only he can — with wit, grit, and a perfectly timed wisecrack.

Originally broadcast during radio’s most thrilling era, this episode captures everything fans love about vintage mystery storytelling: clever dialogue, smoky atmosphere, and unforgettable performances.

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