Gunsmoke

Gunsmoke was a gritty and groundbreaking Western radio drama from the 1950s that portrayed life on the American frontier with realism and depth. Centered around Marshal Matt Dillon in Dodge City, the show blended action, morality, and complex characters to redefine the Western genre for radio audiences.

7/11/2025 – Buffalo Killers

In the Gunsmoke radio episode Buffalo Killers, Marshal Matt Dillon investigates a series of violent encounters between settlers and a group of ruthless buffalo hunters. Tensions rise as the hunters, driven by greed, disregard treaties and provoke conflict with Native tribes. Dillon must navigate the dangerous frontier politics to bring justice and prevent further bloodshed. The episode highlights the moral complexities of the Old West, blending action with thoughtful storytelling.

7/04/2025 – Carmen

In the Gunsmoke radio episode titled “Carmen,” Marshal Matt Dillon becomes involved when a mysterious woman named Carmen arrives in Dodge City, bringing with her secrets and trouble. As tensions rise, Dillon must uncover her true intentions while protecting the town from impending danger. The episode delivers gritty Western drama filled with suspense and complex characters.

6/27/2025 – Ben Thompson’s Saloon

In the Gunsmoke radio episode titled “Ben Thompson’s Saloon,” Marshal Matt Dillon faces rising tension when a new saloon opens in Dodge City, attracting a rough crowd and stirring trouble. As violence brews, Dillon must confront Ben Thompson and decide whether the saloon is a threat to the town’s fragile peace. The episode delivers classic Western drama, moral conflict, and the gritty realism that defines Gunsmoke.

6/20/2025 – Jalisco Pete

In the Gunsmoke radio episode titled Jalisco Pete, Marshal Matt Dillon faces a tough decision when a charming but unpredictable drifter named Pete stirs up trouble in Dodge City. Though Pete claims to be harmless, his past hints at violence, forcing Dillon to dig deeper. The episode explores trust, redemption, and the fine line between justice and mercy.

6/13/2025 – Billy the Kid

Detective-turned-Marshal Matt Dillon investigates when prominent outlaw Clay Richards—nicknamed “Billy the Kid”—is found murdered near Dodge City, and suspicion falls on a local German immigrant named Ziggler. As tensions and mob mentality grow, Dillon works to uncover the true killer, restore justice, and calm the town’s volatile emotions

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