Old Time Radio Classics

Escape - "The Abominable Snowman" (1953)

Old Time Radio Classics

Show Notes

Escape, “The Abominable Snowman,” originally broadcast on CBS on September 13, 1953, is episode 200 of the classic radio adventure series. Written by Antony Ellis, the episode stars William Conrad.

In Darjeeling, Paul and fellow American climbers Allen Ferris and Frank Davis recruit the Sherpa guide Nahsong for an unusual Himalayan expedition: they intend to capture the elusive Yeti, known locally as Metocahmee. With monsoon season closing in and the high country offering ominous warnings, the small party ventures into the snowbound mountains in search of the legendary Wild Man.

Old Time Radio Classics presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:42 Original Broadcast 29:43 Closing

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