
Welcome to Gunsmoke: Old West Stories, a podcast that takes you back to the rugged plains of 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Rediscover the timeless tales of bravery, justice, and survival in the American frontier with our re-broadcasts of the classic Gunsmoke radio program.
First airing on April 26, 1952, Gunsmoke was celebrated as the first adult western radio show, renowned for its superb storytelli... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 371 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionDrama | |||

Originally Aired: May 17, 1959
Gunsmoke #371, "Scared Boy," begins when a violent confrontation erupts in the kitchen of Cora Meadows and her young son Tad. A desperate man bursts into their home seeking refuge, only to be shot down in cold blood b... more
Originally Aired: May 10, 1959
Gunsmoke #370, "Dowagers Visit," finds Marshal Matt Dillon facing an unusual challenge when Mrs. Junius Chamberlain, widow of a late senator, arrives in Dodge City demanding his help. The formidable dowager is searchi... more
Originally Aired: May 3, 1959
Gunsmoke #369, "Unwanted Deputy," finds Matt Dillon facing an unusual problem when Vince Wiley rides into Dodge City with a hidden agenda. Wiley eagerly offers his services as a deputy, claiming he has a deep interest ... more
Originally Aired: April 26, 1959
Gunsmoke #368, "The Badge," finds Marshal Matt Dillon ambushed on a lonely trail by two outlaws, Rack and Augy. The simple-minded Augy shoots Dillon and becomes obsessed with claiming the marshal's badge for himself... more
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The program presents classic Gunsmoke radio stories re-broadcasts that center on life in Dodge City, focusing on law, justice, community tensions, and frontier ethics. Across episodes, listeners encounter medical crises, feuds, vigilante justice, lynch mobs, moral dilemmas, and the daily rhythms of a rough-and-ready town, all anchored by Marshal Matt Dillon and a memorable supporting cast. Produced with distinctive sound design and strong character-driven plots, the show blends action with moral scrutiny, offering both entertainment and a window into mid‑century American radio drama. Its enduring appeal likely comes from crisp Western storytelling, timeless themes of duty and humanity, and the nostalgia of a celebrated era of audio fiction.... more
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Recent guests on Gunsmoke: Old West Stories include:
1. Junius Chamberlain III
2. Harvey Finney
3. Merle Finney
4. Reed Norton
5. Billy Critt
6. Philip Locke
7. Cryley Tobin
8. Jess Ricker
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