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Gunsmoke | OTRWesterns.com

Andrew Rhynes
Dodge City
Gunsmoke
Child Labor
Horses
Matt Dillon
U.S. Marshal
US Marshal
Western Drama
Death
Health Care
Doctors
Texas
Bank Robbery
Sugar Crinkles
Post Toasties
Kiowa
Murder Mystery
Tascosa
West
Kitty

Gunsmoke was a long-running old-time radio and television Western drama program set in Dodge City, Kansas during the settlement of the American West. The radio show first aired on April 26, 1952 and ran until June 18, 1961 on the CBS radio network.

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Original Air Date: December 16, 1956

Host: Andrew Rhynes

Show: Gunsmoke

Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:

• William Conrad (Matt Dillion)

• Parley Baer (Chester)

• Georgia Ellis (Kitty)

• Howard McNear (Doc)

Special Guests:

• Sammie Hill

• Vic ... more

Dennis Cullen, raised as a white boy but really an Indian, leaves to join the Cheyenne during an Indian uprising.

Original Air Date: September 24, 1955

Host: Andrew Rhynes

Show: Gunsmoke

Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

Stars:

• William Conrad (Matt ... more

The Story of Gunsmoke, revisit some of the classic episodes and get some insight into the stories we love told from those who were involved.

Original Air Date: April 25, 1976

Host: Andrew Rhynes

Show: Gunsmoke

Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739)

For mor... more

Part 1 of the Story of Gunsmoke, revisit some of the classic episodes and get some insight into the stories we love told from those who were involved.

Original Air Date: April 25, 1976

Host: Andrew Rhynes

Show: Gunsmoke

Phone: (707) 98 OTRDW (6-8739... more

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Vic Perrin
Voice actor and narrator, featured actor in this episode
Episode: Letter of the Law {Vic Perrin}{reused script} | Gunsmoke (06-18-61)
William Conrad
Star of Gunsmoke, portraying Matt Dillon
Episode: Letter of the Law {Vic Perrin}{reused script} | Gunsmoke (06-18-61)
Kitty Russell
Caretaker of Crowbait Bob and a pivotal figure in the local community
The Long Branch Saloon
Episode: Crowbait Bob | Gunsmoke (11-10-56)
Crowbait Bob
A frequently neglected character who seeks to make amends before his passing
Episode: Crowbait Bob | Gunsmoke (11-10-56)
Minerva Cobb
Wife of Jesse Cobb, who expresses her struggles with domestic abuse.
Episode: ‘Til Death Do Us | Gunsmoke (10-21-56)
Dean Murdoch
A man recently injured and seeking help in Dodge City.
Episode: Kitty Love | Gunsmoke (02-19-61)
Bobby Haggard
One of the country's best-known jazz musicians and arrangers
Episode: Lynching Man | Gunsmoke (07-22-56)
Georgia Ellis
Actor in the role of Kitty
Episode: Gun for Chester | Gunsmoke (07-01-56)
Howard McNear
Actor in the role of Doc
Episode: Gun for Chester | Gunsmoke (07-01-56)

Host

Andrew Rhynes
Host of the OTR Westerns, committed to bringing classic Western radio dramas to modern audiences, with a focus on preserving and enhancing the audio quality of these timeless stories.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 523 ratings
  • Best OTR Western Podcast

    Andrew Rhynes has been a long time contributor to OTR with Adam Graham and his network of podcasts. The audio quality of this Gunsmoke OTR podcast is exceptional.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcast-lover-now-in-pnw
    United States6 months ago
  • Charlie Horse

    Well prepared with great hearing quality

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Srteuth
    Australia8 months ago
  • Good show!

    Recommend strongly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trump 2024 bro
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ruined

    Ads, ads, more ads. Now even during the show dialogue. This podcast is no longer worth listening too because of all the ads. I’m done.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    childish drivel
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ads ads ads and …

    More ads!! This podcast is no longer worth listening too because of all the ads! I’m out.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    childish drivel
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, the series remains a treasured resource for fans of classic Westerns, with many expressing deep emotional connections to the stories and characters.
There are concerns regarding the increasing number of ads interrupting the narrative flow, causing some listeners to reconsider their continued engagement with the show.
Listeners praise the podcast for its exceptional audio quality and engaging storytelling, often highlighting the nostalgic value it provides.

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#18
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Apple Podcasts
#140
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Apple Podcasts
#17
Canada/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#117
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Apple Podcasts
#150
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Apple Podcasts
#58
Australia/Arts/Performing Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Interview with George Walsh | Spotlight on a Star (07-22-69)
Q: What do you think of an idea of a museum or some type of place set aside so our children and grandchildren can know what real radio is like?
George thinks it's a good idea, but also believes that radio will not revert to its glory days.
Interview with George Walsh | Spotlight on a Star (07-22-69)
Q: Was Gunsmoke the longest association you had with a radio show?
He suspects it was the longest or at least the most enjoyable association he had with a show.
Interview with George Walsh | Spotlight on a Star (07-22-69)
Q: How many years then have you been in radio?
George has been in radio since 1935, marking several decades of experience.
Interview with George Walsh | Spotlight on a Star (07-22-69)
Q: What brought you to radio as a career?
George began his radio career as a high school student, giving a speech on the possibility of being a radio performer, which led to him developing an impersonation act.
Crowbait Bob | Gunsmoke (11-10-56)
Q: What's wrong with Crowbait Bob?
Matt explains they moved him to the jail as he is sick, mentioning he's got Chester attending to him.

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What is Gunsmoke about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging with the iconic themes and narratives of the American West, this podcast focuses on timeless stories from the classic radio show set in Dodge City. Episodes often highlight the morally complex life of U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon, as he grapples with crime, justice, and the intertwined fates of townsfolk and outlaws. Topics of interest include the treatment of Indigenous people, family loyalty, the hardships of frontier life, and moral dilemmas faced in a lawless environment, all enhanced by captivating character interactions and storytelling. The blend of drama, nostalgia, and historical context makes this podcast appealing for those interested in classic Americana and Westerns.

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Recent guests on Gunsmoke include:

1. Vic Perrin
2. William Conrad
3. Kitty Russell
4. Crowbait Bob
5. Minerva Cobb
6. Dean Murdoch
7. Bobby Haggard
8. Georgia Ellis

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