Sherlock Holmes -Rathbone & Bruce

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of how the iconic British series, The Avengers, made its way into South Africa despite the absence of a national television service until 1976. We explore the unique challenges and creative solutions that allowed South African audiences to experience the adventures of John Steed and Company…

In this captivating episode, we delve into the intriguing world of radio adaptations and the cultural impact of classic shows like "The Avengers" and "Sherlock Holmes." The discussion highlights how South Africa, lacking a national television service until 1976, experienced these iconic series differently, relying on radio and film rentals for…

In this intriguing episode, we delve into the world of classic radio dramas, exploring the unique cultural landscape of South Africa before the advent of national television in 1976. We discuss how iconic series like "The Avengers" gained exposure through film rentals, despite the lack of television broadcasts, and how this shaped the entertainment…

In this intriguing episode, we delve into the world of classic radio dramas, exploring the fascinating history of "The Avengers" radio series in South Africa, a country without national television until 1976. The episode highlights how the series gained exposure through film rentals, despite the lack of a television broadcast. We also journey into…

In this thrilling episode, we delve into the mysterious case of the missing submarine plans, a tale that begins on a foggy night in London. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are drawn into the investigation when Mycroft Holmes, Sherlock's brother, seeks their help. The case revolves around the death of Cadogan West, a young clerk found dead in the…

In this thrilling episode, we delve into a classic Sherlock Holmes mystery, where Holmes and Watson are on the trail of a murderer. The investigation takes them through a series of clues, from unusual footprints to a jagged stone, leading Holmes to deduce the identity of the killer. The story unfolds with Holmes' characteristic brilliance, as he…

In this captivating episode, we delve into the intriguing world of classic radio dramas, focusing on the unique challenges faced by South Africa in accessing popular shows like "The Avengers" due to the absence of a national television service until 1976. Despite these limitations, the series managed to gain some exposure through film rentals. We…

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of how the iconic British series, The Avengers, made its way to South Africa despite the absence of a national television service until 1976. We explore the unique challenges and creative solutions that allowed South African audiences to experience this cultural phenomenon through film rentals,…

In this episode, we delve into the intriguing world of classic radio dramas, exploring the impact of the British series "The Avengers" on international audiences, particularly in South Africa, where television was not yet a household staple. We also revisit the timeless adventures of Sherlock Holmes, as portrayed by Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce,…

In this intriguing episode, we delve into the world of classic radio with a focus on the adaptation of "The Avengers" in South Africa, a country that lacked a national television service until 1976. Despite the absence of television, the series managed to gain exposure through film rentals, capturing the imagination of audiences who were otherwise…