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Gunsmoke presents “Thoroughbreds,” episode 179 of the classic CBS Radio Network series, originally broadcast on September 17, 1955. Written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell, it stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester. While on patrol outside Dodge, Dillon and Chester encounter a well-dressed stranger traveling with two exceptional thoroughbred horses. When the man’s behavior and the horses’ distinctive brand raise questions, a routine meeting develops into a troubling frontier investigation. John Dehner, Lawrence Dobkin, and Harry Bartell are featured in the supporting cast. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:59 Original Broadcast 25:29 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “The Blacksmith,” episode 111 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on June 5, 1954. Written by John Meston and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell, the episode stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester. In Dodge City, Emil, a good-natured German blacksmith, faces repeated harassment from local bully Gil Tallman. As tensions rise, Dillon and the town witness a searching test of the blacksmith’s patience, dignity, and resolve. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:53 Original Broadcast 23:54 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Cheyennes,” episode 147 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast February 5, 1955. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this Norman Macdonnell-produced episode, written by John Meston. After a settler family is attacked, Dillon learns that a Cheyenne party led by Stone Eagle is carrying Spencer repeating rifles. With fear building across the frontier, he must uncover what is driving the newly armed threat before violence spreads. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:46 Original Broadcast 25:25 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Cow Doctor,” episode 163 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast May 28, 1955. Written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell, it stars William Conrad as Marshal Matt Dillon and Howard McNear as Doc Adams. When young Jerry Pitcher rides into Dodge asking for Doc, Matt is cautious: Jerry’s father has a reputation for hating doctors. Matt accompanies Doc to the isolated Pitcher farm, where an urgent call tests Doc’s sense of duty and leaves Dodge without its physician. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 24:41 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Target,” episode 324 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on June 22, 1958. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this Les Crutchfield story, produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell. Around Dodge City and the nearby ranch country, young Danny Leeds clashes with his father over his relationship with Naomi, a young woman from a traveling community. As family authority and local prejudice raise the stakes, Matt Dillon is drawn into a tense and deeply personal dispute. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:44 Original Broadcast 19:40 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Gunsmuggler,” episode 93 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on January 30, 1954. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester. The episode was written by John Meston and directed by Norman Macdonnell. When a homesteading family is killed by rifles linked to Pawnee raiders, Dillon investigates signs that someone is illegally supplying weapons on the frontier. With Chester and an Indigenous scout, he follows a dangerous trail through the country surrounding Dodge City before the violence can spread further. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:47 Original Broadcast 25:03 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Lost Rifle,” episode 225 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast July 29, 1956. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this John Meston script, produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell. When Dillon steps in to stop a brewing gunfight between Frank Paris and Ben Tipper, a shooting and the presence of a young boy leave Dodge City facing troubling questions. As suspicion settles quickly on one man, Dillon must look beyond the most obvious evidence. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:40 Original Broadcast 20:01 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Fawn,” episode 75 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast September 26, 1953. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester; the episode was written by John Meston and produced by Norman Macdonnell. Matt and Chester travel to an Army fort to escort Mrs. Phillips, returning after ten years among the Cheyenne, and Fawn, the young Cheyenne girl accompanying her. As they head toward Dodge City, questions of home, family, and prejudice shadow the journey. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:43 Original Broadcast 28:33 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Brother Whelp,” episode 241 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on November 18, 1956. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, in a script by Les Crutchfield. A gunman returns to Dodge City after six years away and finds his brother has inherited the family ranch—and married the woman he once loved. As old resentments flare at the Rutger ranch, Matt Dillon must contend with a volatile family conflict. Guest performers include Lawrence Dobkin, Vic Perrin, and Lillian Buyeff. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:51 Original Broadcast 20:05 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “The Tragedian,” episode 342 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast October 26, 1958. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this Les Crutchfield script, produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell. In Dodge City, Dillon prepares for trouble when Brad Kyler may attempt to free his jailed brother. A down-and-out Shakespearean actor, compromised by drink and a questionable card game, adds another volatile element to the tense situation. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:44 Original Broadcast 20:03 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Sundown,” episode 59 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast June 6, 1953. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester Proudfoot and Howard McNear as Doc Adams. Conrad also wrote this early-series episode, produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell. After days of bitter weather on the plains outside Dodge City, Dillon and Chester discover a gravely ill young Arapaho woman. A gold wedding ring and troubling clues lead Dillon toward Great Eagle—and a growing threat that fear and suspicion could bring violence to town. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:51 Original Broadcast 28:49 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “The Wolfer,” episode 353 of the classic CBS radio series, originally broadcast on January 11, 1959. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer, Georgia Ellis, and Howard McNear; the script was written by John Dunkel and produced by Norman Macdonnell. A solitary hunter known as Webb refuses to leave land claimed by Nate Guthrie, where a great white wolf has been blamed for killing horses. As the dispute deepens, Matt Dillon is drawn into a tense frontier pursuit shaped by one man’s consuming obsession. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:45 Original Broadcast 25:24 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Xmas Story,” episode 35 of the classic radio series, originally broadcast on CBS on December 20, 1952. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester, Howard McNear as Doc Adams, and Georgia Ellis as Kitty Russell. Written by Antony Ellis and directed by Norman Macdonnell. On a cold Christmas Eve near Dodge City, Matt is stranded on the winter prairie when a passing stranger offers him a ride. As they make their slow way through the snow, Matt recalls an earlier Christmas in town—a reflective holiday story of lamplit streets, familiar friends, and the small rituals that bring Dodge together. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:47 Original Broadcast 28:20 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “The Guitar Reused Script,” episode 308, originally broadcast March 2, 1958. This local archival recording revisits a story first heard as “The Guitar” in 1953, written by John Meston and produced for CBS by Norman Macdonnell. In Dodge City, a gentle, impoverished drifter arrives on a mule with a guitar he refuses to play. His quiet manner and Union past draw the attention of hostile former Confederates, leaving Marshal Matt Dillon and the town regulars to weigh how best to protect a vulnerable outsider. William Conrad stars as Dillon, with Parley Baer, Howard McNear, and Georgia Ellis. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:56 Original Broadcast 19:25 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

Gunsmoke presents “Bum’s Rush” (also cataloged as “Bums Rush”), episode 52 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast on April 18, 1953. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon in this 30-minute sustaining broadcast, written by John Meston and produced by Norman Macdonnell. Dillon brings two men accused of murder back to Dodge City, but the case grows more uncertain when unexpected witnesses come forward with evidence on their behalf. Featuring the regular radio ensemble with guest performers including John Dehner and Lawrence Dobkin. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:44 Original Broadcast 27:56 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support. Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio