Sherlock Holmes -Rathbone & Bruce

Sherlock Holmes -Rathbone & Bruce



The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes was an exceedingly popular Old-time Radio (OTR) show that aired in the United States, and starred Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce from October 1939 to July 1947. Edith Meiser, Dennis Green and Anthony Boucher wrote the episodes. Together, Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce appeared in 220 episodes as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson.In this podcast episode, Dr. Watson tells the story of the Hampstead Heath murders to a live audience at Camp Roberts, and the inspector from Scotland Yard provides details about the case. Unidentified characters, including victims of the murderer, also speak. The story involves a series of murders of young women, and Scotland Yard turns to Sherlock Holmes for help. Dr. Watson and Sherlock Holmes visit a wax museum in search of clues about the murderer and discover that the wax figure of the murderer is missing. They suspect that the owner of the museum, Lavec, may be involved and are confronted by him. They manage to outsmart him and escape, and the episode ends with Holmes admitting that he was unable to recognize the pattern and suggesting that if Watson were to chronicle the story, he should title it "The Education of an Idiot." Listen to our radio station Old Time Radio https://link.radioking.com/otradioListen to other Shows at My Classic Radio https://www.myclassicradio.net/Podcast Service I Recommend https://redcircleinc.grsm.io/entertainmentradio7148Remember that times have changed, and some shows might not reflect the standards of today’s politically correct society. The shows do not necessarily reflect the views, standards, or beliefs of Entertainment Radio

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12 May 2025

Adventure Of The Missing Bloodstain

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In this captivating episode, we delve into the intriguing world of classic radio dramas, focusing on the unique journey of "The Avengers" series in South Africa, where it gained exposure through film rentals due to the absence of national television until 1976. The episode also features a thrilling rebroadcast of "The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes," starring Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, originally intended for the American armed forces and their allies. Listeners are transported to a Turkish bath where Holmes and Watson find themselves embroiled in a murder mystery involving political figures, deceit, and the notorious Professor Moriarty.

As the story unfolds, Holmes and Watson navigate a web of political intrigue and murder, with Holmes employing his legendary deductive skills to unravel the mystery. The tension escalates in the steam room, where a deadly plot by Moriarty threatens their lives. This episode showcases the timeless appeal of Sherlock Holmes, blending suspense, humor, and the classic charm of radio storytelling, leaving listeners on the edge of their seats.

(00:04) The Avengers in South Africa

(01:03) Sherlock Holmes and the Turkish Bath

(03:09) The Battle with Moriarty

(05:07) The Murder of Lord Canterbury

(15:25) The Search for Blood Stains

(19:22) The Explosive Conclusion



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