Sherlock Holmes -Rathbone & Bruce

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of the radio series "The Avengers" and its impact on South African audiences, who were largely unfamiliar with the show due to the absence of national television until 1976. Despite this, the series managed to gain some exposure through film rentals. We then transition to an exciting episode of…

In this thrilling episode, we delve into a gripping tale set in the vibrant city of Vienna in 1889. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find themselves amidst the grandeur of an aristocratic ball, only to witness a shocking murder. The beautiful Princess Stephanie is shot dead during the debut of a new waltz by the Hungarian composer Janus Horvath. As…

In this intriguing episode, we delve into the mysterious disappearance of a sacred white elephant in India, which leads to a series of shocking events. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are summoned by the Maharaja of Parbatipur to solve the enigma surrounding the elephant's vanishing act. As they navigate through the opulent yet paradoxical landscape…

In this thrilling episode, join us as we dive into a mystery involving a stolen ruby, a frightened girl, and an Egyptian shadowing her every move. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find themselves in the midst of a theatrical production where the line between fiction and reality blurs. As they unravel the mystery, they encounter the legendary…

In this captivating episode, we delve into the intriguing world of classic radio dramas, exploring the impact of "The Avengers" in South Africa and the challenges faced due to the lack of national television until 1976. We also journey into the thrilling adventures of Sherlock Holmes, as portrayed by Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce, with a…

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of classic radio dramas, exploring the impact of the radio series "The Avengers" in South Africa, a country without national television until 1976. We discuss how the series, which took Britain and America by storm, managed to gain exposure in South Africa through film rentals. Additionally, we…

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of classic radio dramas, focusing on the unique challenges faced by South Africa in accessing popular television series like The Avengers before 1976. Despite these challenges, the series managed to gain some exposure through film rentals, showcasing the global impact of British television. We…

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of the radio series "The Avengers" and its impact on South African audiences, who were initially unfamiliar with the show due to the lack of national television until 1976. Despite this, the series managed to gain some exposure through film rentals, allowing South Africans to enjoy the…

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of classic radio dramas, exploring the impact of the radio series "The Avengers" in South Africa, where television was not available until 1976. We discuss how the series, which was a sensation in Britain and America, managed to gain exposure in South Africa through film rentals. Additionally, we…

In this thrilling episode, we delve into a gripping tale from the life of Sherlock Holmes, set against the backdrop of the glamorous South of France in 1900. Holmes and Watson find themselves amidst the opulence and intrigue of a Riviera casino, where the roulette wheel spins fortunes and fates. The story unfolds with the mysterious death of a…