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Episode 509: The Whistler: The Croupier’s Wife
This week, we're joined once again by radio historian Dr. Joe Webb for a new 10-week series, this time dedicated to the popular thriller series, The Whistler. We’re starting off with a rare episode that few listeners have ever heard. Originally broadcast in 1946 from Chicago's WBBM, "The Croupier's Wife" was recently rediscovered, making this a lost-and-found treasure. The story follows a quiet casino roulette dealer whose life takes a dangerous turn as he and his ambitious wife become entangled in a scheme driven by the promise of easy money. After the drama, John and Joe explore the…
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