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Imani Ellis has always believed community is a superpower. What began as a small gathering in her Harlem apartment grew into The Creative Collective NYC and CultureCon — one of the largest conferences celebrating creators of color. But behind the highlight reels and celebrity speakers, Imani’s journey has been defined by burnout, bold leaps and learning when to pause. In this episode, Ben and Kathleen sit down with Imani and explore what it takes to transform a passion project into a cultural movement. From balancing a demanding career at NBCUniversal with late-night CultureCon planning, to walking away from work at the height of burnout for a self-designed “creative residency” in Paris, Imani shares the realities of leadership, rest and why joy and community must stay at the center of her work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Mr. District Attorney - The Case of the Hungry Hobo 26:07

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On a Saturday night in a Roadside Diner near a railroad crossing, Charlie Porter is working his usual late shift and listening to a prizefight on the radio, when his unemployed brother-in law, Jack Houseman, walks in. Jack is brother to Nina, Charlie's wife. Jack has been living with his sister and Charlie for quite some time. Jack says "Hi Charlie". Charlie says "Oh, it's you". Jack says "That's s a happy greeting for your favorite brother-in-law". Charlie says "Stop clowning, Jack, you're not my favorite anything and you know it". Jack asks "How's the fight going?" Charlie says "It could go either way. Did Nina send you down here for something?" Jack says "No, it's something I want to see you about Charlie. Mind if I turn this down a little? Charlie says "What is this Jack, another touch? Because if it is, you're wasting your time". Jack says "It's Saturday night and I got a date. I need five bucks". Charlie says "Try working, that might be a way to get it. Why don't you ask your sister?" Jack says "Don't kid me, Charlie. You know why she wouldn't give it to me. You told her not to". Charlie says "I told her to use her own judgment, Jack". He says "Turning my own sister against me". Charlie says "She happens to be my wife and I'd like to see her get herself a decent dress instead of shelling out fives and tens to you". Jack says "No? Alright, then maybe I'll just help myself from the register". Charlie says "I wouldn't touch that if I were you, Jack". He says "You just stay on that stool and count your hamburger patties, brother-in-law". Charlie says "Jack, stop. Don't get any crazier than you already are, put that gun back under the counter. Put it back and get out of here or I'll call the cops!" Jack asks "Do I get the dough, or don't I?" Charlie says "No!" Jack says "Too bad", and fires two shots at Charlie! As he gets the money from the register and leaves, Jack says "That's the way you wanted it, cheapskate".…

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Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons - The Telephone Book Murder Case 25:40

6 hours тому25:40

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In his fashionable New York mansion, wealthy bachelor, Bradley Andrews is standing before a mirror in the drawing room, putting the finishing touches to his evening clothes as his valet, Edwards, stands nearby. Andrews says "Well, how do I look?" Edwards says "Perfect, sir. Your new dinner jacket is an excellent job of tailoring, Mr. Andrews". He says "Thank you, Edwards. Oh, you may take the evening off. These bachelor dinners usually go on for hours and I won't be home until late" Edwards says "Very good, sir. Good night, Mr. Andrews". A few seconds after Edwards leaves the room, Andrews says to himself "Now where did he put that top hat? Oh, here it is". Andrews then hears someone open the drawing room door. He asks "Something you want, Edwards? Oh, I thought it was my valet. What are you doing with that gun, you..." Two shots are heard, then Andrews drops to the floor! As he lay dying, he says "I should have known. I should have known..." Edwards, upon hearing the gunshots, rushes back into the drawing room. He says "Mr. Andrews! Mr. Andrews!" At that moment, the door bell rings. Edwards opens the door and says "Mr. Temple. Come quick. He's been shot! He's lying over here on the floor, sir." Temple rushes in, but sees that Andrews is dead. He says "No, a doctor won't help, Edwards. Better call the police. Brad Andrews is dead". The next morning, Edwards goes to see Mr. Keen and says "My name is Edwards, Mr. Keen. Have you read this morning's paper, sir, about Mr. Andrews' murder?" Mike Clancy says "We were talking about that a minute ago". Edwards says "I was Mr. Andrews' valet, sir. I've come to ask you to enter the case, Mr. Keen. I don't have much money, but...." Keen says "Sit down, Edwards, and try to calm yourself". Edwards says "It's been like a nightmare, sir. I found Mr. Andrews' body only a minute or two after I left him in the drawing room of his home. I heard the shots, but when I ran into the room, he was already dead".…

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This Is Your FBI - The Cautious Killer 23:33

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John and Mary Clifton live in a small mining town of Larkin, Ohio. Mary is the young attractive wife who, unfortunately, is the target of idol gossip of the envious. Her husband, John, is a jealous man, who always drinks too much at the corner bar and sometimes gets wind of the gossip. Tonight, as usual, Mary has put supper in the warming oven while waiting for the sound of footsteps on the porch. Tonight, the steps are heavier than usual. John walks into their home and says "Mary....Mary?" She says "I'm right here. John". He asks "Oh, is supper ready?" Mary says "Yes. Let me have your dinner pale, dear". John says "I can take care of myself. And don't call me that". Mary asks "Call you what?" John says "Dear. Let me have your dinner pale, dear. Supper's ready, dear. Wash up, dear". Mary says "John, please". John asks "You know why I don't like the word?" Mary says "No". John says "Because I know that's what you call him, too". Mary asks "Who are you talking about?" John says "You know who I'm talking about. He was here again today, wasn't he?" Mary asks "Who do you mean?" John says "Jim Monroe". Mary says "Yes, Jim was here. He came to see you". John says "Don't give me that. Everybody in town knows who he comes to see. He's in love with you". Mary says "John, don't say that. Now look, you've been drinking". John says "That's what you always say when I start talking about you and him". Mary says "Please". John says "You don't like to hear me talk about it, do you? But you like it when he comes here to see you". Mary says "Stop it, John, I can't stand this". John says "But you can stand him loving you, can't you, Can't You?" In his jealous anger, John slaps Mary across her face. A few seconds later, Mary says "Thank you, John. Thank you for slapping me. It helped me get hold of myself so I can tell you something". He says "What?" She says "I'm leaving you". John says "Oh, no. You're not leaving. You don't think I'm going to let you go away with him, do you?"…

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Gang Busters - The Case of the Inside Track 23:58

1 day тому23:58

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In a night club on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, a sharply dressed man, with the nickname of "Ginger" is standing against a wall several feet from the piano player observing what went on at the bar. After a half hour or so, he walks across the floor to the office door in the back of the club. He opens the door and says "Hutch? He says "Come in, Ginger. How's business out there?" Ginger says "Slow, but that redhead is at the bar again". Hutch says "Yeah?" Ginger says "Yeah, she walked in about ten minutes ago alone, but I guarantee you she won't go out alone. She started working a guy already. What do you want me to do, throw her out?" Hutch says "Bring her in here. I want to talk to her". Ginger says "What she need is a good boot and then...." Hutch says "Ginger!" He says "I'll get her". Hutch says "Wait a second". Ginger asks "What's this going to be, another lecture?" Hutch says "It's going to be the same lecture. This has got to be a clean joint, Ginger. I don't want nobody kicked around. Let the others live on rough stuff. This joint has got to stay without bruises". Ginger says "Okay, I'll go home get my kid gloves". Hutch says "If there's any kicking around to be done here, I'll do it myself. Just watch out you're not on the receiving end. Now, go get her". Ginger says "Yeah, okay Hutch". Ginger goes up to the redhead and says "You, sister, come on". The guy she was talking to says "Now, see here. Leave the lady alone". Ginger says "Pal, I'm doing you a favor, believe me. She's a lush worker. You're better off. Harry, drink on the house for this gentleman". The guy says "Thanks a lot". Ginger says "The boss wants to see you". He takes her back to the office. Ginger says "Here she is, Hutch". Hutch says "Sit down, sister. She says "What is the beef? Just tell me and let me get out of here". Hutch says "It's very simple. I don't care how many drunks you roll or how much you take off them, more power to you, just don't set up your marks in my place".…

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Jeff Regan, Investigator - The Pilgrim's Progress 29:05

2 дні тому29:05

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Jeff Regan went to the office Friday night about 5:20 answering the Lyon's call. He was sitting behind the desk sucking on a quarter cigar. He looked real pleased like a fat lady locked in a cream puff factory. The Lyon says "A man I know had a baby. He's a plumber named Broman or Groman, something like that". Jeff says "Mazel Tov". Lyon says "Cancel any arrangements you got for the night. I got something for you to do. You got your car?" Jeff says "It's in the lot". Lyon says "Gas it up, you're taking a trip to Calabasas. A man wants to see you". Jeff says "I got no friends out there". Lyon says "He's a friend of mine named Hendricks. He counts his money with an adding machine, and his fingers are always swollen". Jeff asks "What's the problem?" Lyon says "I don't know. He didn't say. He just called and told me to send out a man". Jeff asks "How much did he give you for a retainer?" Lyon says "When an important man like Hendricks calls, you don't insult him by asking for money". Jeff says "Oh, stop it, will you? You're the kind of guy who would steal pennies out of parking meters". Lyon says "That's enough". Jeff says "If one of them turned up empty, you'd sue the city". Lyon says "Here's the Hendrick's address. Now get out there". Jeff says "Alright". Lyon says "Regan, remember, do a good job and I'll give you Thanksgiving off, and I'll pay you". Jeff says "With what, cranberries?" It was dark by the time Jeff found the Hendricks place. In the front yard was a big fat guy who was holding a six foot gun in the shape of a straightened out tuba. He was wearing a high hat with a buckle on it. He was dressed in black and he had buckles all over him. Jeff figured that he been eating too much Quaker Oats. The man asks "Did the shooting makes you nervous?" Jeff says "That's a big gun there". The man says "It shoots musket balls. It's good for Indians". Jeff says "Well, I'm no Indian". The man says "I wasn't aiming at you". Jeff says "Well, that gun wouldn't know the difference". The man says "This is a Blunderbuss. It's a great weapon". Jeff asks "Do you live here?" The man says "Of course not, pilgrim. I'm Miles Standish".…

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The Epic Casebook - Warnings Anonymous 27:08

2 дні тому27:08

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The telephone call came through just as Inspector Carr is about to leave for home at approximately 5:30 one Friday afternoon. The Inspector picked up the phone and says "Carr speaking". The dispatch says "There's someone on the line that says he wants to talk to you personally, sir. He says he's got a tip off". Carr says "A tip off? That's not my department, put him through to the X Branch". The dispatch says "He insists on speaking to you, sir. He says he knows you're the Murder Squad, and it's a matter of life and death". Carr says "Oh, one of those. Trying to trace the call are you?" Dispatch says "Oh, yes". Carr says "Good, well I'll try and keep him talking". Dispatch says "Right, sir. You're going through, speak up please". The anonymous speaker says "Inspector Carr?" He says "Yes, what can I do for you ?" The speaker asks "Does the name of Gunner Kane mean anything to you?" Carr says "Gunner Kane, should it?" The speaker says "It was you that got him life imprisonment. Fifteen years ago it is". Carr says "Oh, Gunner Kane, of course. Well, what about him?" The speaker says "I just want to tell you he's out. He's going to kill the judge that sentenced him and the lawyer that double-crossed him". Carr asks "Why do you want to tell me all this? Is he going to kill me too?" The speaker says "Ain't that enough? Oh, I see. You'll keep me talking. I'm speaking from a call box. I'm leaving now. Tell your boys don't even bother looking for fingerprints on this telephone. There won't be none, goodbye". Carr says "Just a minute....he's hung up." The dispatch gets back on the line and says "That call came from a telephone box in Leicester Square station, sir. A car is on his way" Carr says "Radio them and tell them not to bother. He's run off. There is something else you can do for me. I want you to get me all you can on the Gunner Kane case some time ago. I was a sergeant at the time. He shot and killed a constable, and I helped to get him convicted. He was a lucky man". The dispatch says "Lucky, Inspector?" Carr says "Very lucky. The government suspended capital punishment for a time".…

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Radio City Playhouse - Hit and Run 29:03

3 дні тому29:03

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It is Friday afternoon, and Hal Lawrence, traveling salesman, is on his way home, looking forward to a nice weekend. He was driving a little faster than he should have, but it was a beautiful day and he was thinking about his wife, Ellen, and his young son, Jackie. He was driving on the hilly and winding section of Highway 11B and just getting into town when it happened. Hal did not see him. He was watching the road, but the young boy just ran right out front of his car. Hal says to himself "I hit him! The boy screamed, I know he screamed, but I couldn't hear him over the sound of the brakes. I hit him hard. He couldn't have been more than eight or nine years old. I hit him and then saw him fly through the air! I didn't mean to do it, but I didn't even see him hit the ground, because I didn't stop". Soon, Hal arrived home, despite being unable to stop himself from shaking and being terribly upset. He stops in front of his house, but can not get out of his car, because he is afraid somebody would see him and know what happened. Then, Hal hears a distant siren, slowly coming closer. He couldn't move. Suddenly, the siren goes past him. It was an ambulance passing by. He felt wet and cold with fear. He wished it was dark so that he could sneak into the house. Nervously, Hal opens the door of the car and hurries into his house. His wife, Ellen says "Hal? Hal is that you?" He says "Yes, it's me". Ellen says "You're home early, did everything go alright?" Hal says "Yes, yes". Ellen says "Would you like something to eat, darling?" Hal says "I don't want anything. I'm alright". Ellen says "Well, don't bite my ears off, I'm just asking". Hal says "I'm sorry Ellen, I didn't mean to." Ellen says "Well, dinner will be ready soon. You must be hungry after that terrible trip". Hal says "Stop talking about my trip" Ellen says "Something is wrong, Hal. You are not yourself".…

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The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Disappearing Diamonds 28:39

4 дні тому28:39

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The telephone is ringing in Mr. Wolfe's office. Archie answers it and says "Mr. Wolfe's Office. Archie Goodwin speaking. Willie Inch did you say? Just a second. Do you want to talk to a fellow named Willie Inch, which I doubt?" Mr. Wolfe says "No". Archie says "He says he's got to see you". Mr. Wolfe asks "Who is he?" Archie says "I'll ask. Mr. Wolfe doesn't recognize your name. He wants to know who you are". Archie listens for a few seconds, and says "Just a second, I'll tell him. Mr. Inch says he's a sneak thief. He says you never heard of him, but he's heard of you. Should I tell him to get lost?" Wolfe says "Wait a minute, Archie. Ask him what he wants". Archie says "Mr. Inch, Mr. Wolfe wants to know what you want to see him about. Archie says "It's about a phony murder rap". Wolfe says "It would have to be, wouldn't it, Archie?" Archie asks "How do you mean?" Wolfe says "Phony, I mean. Did you ever hear of a sneak thief committing murder, if it could possibly be avoided? Tell Mr. Inch I'll listen to his story". Later, in Wolfe's office, Mr. Inch says "Look, Mr. Wolfe, they're going to claim that I killed a woman I never even touched. And I'm going to fry for something I never even done". Wolfe says "Mr. Inch, you say you're a thief. Can you prove it?" Inch says "I got a record. Why?" Wolfe says "I was wondering about that bulge in your pocket". Inch says "Oh. Oh, here? It's a silver cigarette lighter. It gets sort of dropped into my pocket as I was going by. You see the way it happened..." Wolfe says "Never mind, Mr. Inch. Now tell me how you didn't kill the woman for whose murder you were frying". Inch says "Well, Mr. Wolfe, sir, it was like this. There was a window half open, you see, and I happened to crawl inside the house. I find myself in the bedroom, see? I was roaming around and I hear there's like a party going on. You know, people and music. So I locked the door. That's the mistake I make". Wolfe says "Mistake?" Inch says "Maybe I leave my fingerprints on the door. So later, a dame gets herself knocked off in the same room and they look for fingerprints. And they find mine. I'm it. That's all. I got a record. So it's the chair".…

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Box 13 - Design for Danger 26:28

4 дні тому26:28

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Dan Holiday receives a letter in Box 13 that reads: "Dear Dan, I need your help desperately. Johnny Tide was released from the State Penitentiary this morning with murder in his heart. I don't know any of the details but I'm sure that he'll be back here in Watertown by nightfall, at the latest. If you mean what you say in your ad in the Star Times, be at the waterfront tonight and stop him. Remember, if you fail, Johnny Tide will kill or be killed by morning and that would be wrong because there's lots of good in him. I know, I love him, Janice Reed". That's the way it started, just a girl worrying about a boy, but before it was all over, a lot of people were worrying about that boy. They had to, if they wanted to live. Once Dan arrived in Watertown, he notices there are none of the usual rowdy noises, none at all. Watertown seems quiet, too quiet. Dan could feel a peculiar tension in the air as he walks the streets. The people he sees are hurrying along and vanishing into their dark doorways and shuttered houses, afraid. Suddenly, Dan hears two men talking. He stops in the shadows and listens. The first man says "I know what I'm talking about, Fatty. Johnny Tide was sprung this morning and he headed straight for here". Fatty says "Oh, maybe he ain't in Watertown, maybe he'd be afraid to come back". The man says "Oh, Johnny Tide afraid of what? You, Fatty Ralston? You know him, Fatty, or have you forgot?" Fatty says "Oh, shut up. You guys make me sick. That punk is headed for someplace else. He ain't coming back to Watertown". The man says "Just the same, Fatty, if I was you I'd be holding up someplace". Fatty says "Aww, go on, beat it. Get out of here". The man leaves and Fatty says "I ain't afraid of Johnny Tide. I ain't." Dan says "Why not, Fatty? Why should you be?" Fatty is startled, and asks "Who are you? What are you doing here?" Dan says "I just wanted to ask you a question". Fatty says "You don't know me, and I don't know you". Dan says "That's right". Fatty says "Then, run along and mind your own business, Mister". Dan says "I got business here".…

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Bold Venture - A Muncie Murderess in Havana 26:34

5 днів тому26:34

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Robert and Martha Palmer from Muncie, Indiana, are visiting Havana and staying at Shannon's Place. After a full day of sightseeing, shopping, and enjoying the Havana hospitality, they are being entertained in the bar by King Moses. Saylor says "You must be tired, Mrs. Palmer, all the sightseeing you've done today, you and your husband. Martha says "Oh, Robert and I couldn't go to sleep now. We'll just go over there and sit in those handsome wicker chairs, discuss our follies and watch the lights of Havana, the colors. That's what we'll do, won't we, Robert?" He says "Whatever you wish, Martha". She says "Oh, I love you, Robert. You didn't mind all those things I bought today, do you? Robert says "Anything you do, Martha, it's alright". Saylor turns to Slate and says "I hope you were paying attention, Slate. Lesson one in how a gentleman treats a lady". Just then, a local peddler named Chico comes in to the bar hoping to make a sale. Slate says "Not tonight, Chico. We've got everything we need". Saylor says "Don't take it too hard, Chico. Here's a buck". Chico says "Please, I cannot take dollar and give nothing in return. Here, have a picture postcard and wear it in good health, adios". Slate says "A buck for a postcard?" Saylor said "It was my buck. I can.... hey, look at this, Slate. It's already been written on. It's addressed to you. It reads: I need you, Slate, right now. Drop everything, right now. Signed, Sam Meston". Slate says "Sam Meston? What does he want with me?" Saylor says "You won't go, will you, Slate? Not to help anyone like Meston". Slate says "He said he needed me, didn't he? You coming, Saylor?" She says "Sure. I love to help people like Sam Meston. They're so grateful they kick you in the teeth. Good night, Mr. and Mrs. Palmer, we have to go out". As soon as they leave, Martha says "You see, Robert, I told you it would work". Robert says "You're very clever, Martha". She says "Here's your coat, Robert. You'll need it in the chill night air. We'll lose them if you don't hurry".…

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The Crime Club - Death Never Doubles 28:28

5 днів тому28:28

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It is early evening and Peter Woods, a young lawyer, is in his apartment getting dressed to go see his fiancé, Hilda Ryan, when suddenly, his telephone starts ringing. A man named Steve Jackson is calling him. About five minutes later, Peter says "Oh sure Mr. Jackson, don't worry. I'll be there. Yes, I know at a quarter to eight. Yes, I got the address, 1052 West 52nd Street. All right Mr. Jackson, thanks very much, bye". Peter says to himself "Wow, this is my lucky day!" He calls Hilda and says "Hello honey, guess what?" Hilda says "You're going to be late again". Peter laughs and says "No". She says "You're drunk". Peter says "I'm delirious, I just fell into a pot of gold. Mr. Jackson just phoned me, Steve Jackson". Hilda asks "Who's he?" Peter says "Well, I don't know but he's going to do a big operation and he needs a lawyer. He promised me 5,000 dollars!" Hilda says "Five thousand? Who recommended him to you?" Peter says "Nobody, just picked my name right out of the phone book". Hilda says "Uh-huh". Peter says "What's the matter?" Hilda says "Oh, nothing". Peter says "Now you know I've gotten several clients that way". Hilda asks "Did they pay you 5,000 dollar fees?" Peter says "Oh Hilda, now look I know it's a lot, but after all...." Hilda says "Yes honey, after all, he may be a nut with a bolt loose". Peter says "He sounded perfectly all right to me". Hilda says "So do you, when you're not listening. What time will you pick me up?" Peter says "What? um oh well honey, I'm afraid I can't make it tonight". Hilda says "Mr. Jackson?" Peter says "Yeah, I've got to be on time, at a quarter to eight". Hilda asks "Would he mind if you brought your secretary along?" Peter says "You know I haven't got one". Hilda says "You do from now on. One that is going to keep an eye on you". Later, Peter and Hilda arrive, on time, at 1052 West 52nd Street. Hilda asks "Are you sure this address is correct? Peter says "Yes". Hilda says "But there's no building here. Just a big hole in the ground".…

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R.D. Wingfield - Adequate Reasons 47:11

6 днів тому47:11

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Two police officers are standing next to their squad car when a driver speeds past. The first officer says "He's in a hurry. Hey, what was the license plate of that car we're supposed to look out for? The second officer says "UYT-576G". First officer says "Well, that was him, come on". They jump into their car and pursue the driver. After a few seconds, the driver slows down, pulls off the roadway, and stops. The first officer approaches the driver and says "Hurrying it on a bit weren't you sir?" The driver says "I might have been touching 40 MPH" First officer says "A bit more than that I'd say, sir". The driver asks "Are you going to charge me?" Officer says "Oh, no I....". Driver says "Then, I'm not in the mood to listen to lectures. I'll drive more slowly. Good night...." Officer says "Just a moment, sir. Is your name Hallet, David George Hallet?" Driver says "Yes, why?" Officer says "We've been asked to look out for you, sir. Would you please phone your home as soon as possible?" David says "Phone my home? What's wrong?" Officer says "That's all I know, sir. Just to ask you to phone home. If you continue up this road for about 4 miles, you'll see some public kiosks outside an all night garage, and, I wouldn't go quite so fast this time, sir. Good night". David soon reached the garage and called his home. Someone picked up the phone and David says "Hello, Claire?" A man's voice asks "What is your name?" David says "My name is Hallet. I live there. Who the devil are you? I want to speak to my wife". The man says "Oh, one moment please, Mr. Hallet". Claire comes to the phone and says "David". He says "Claire, who was that man?" She says "A policeman". David says "A policeman? What's happened?" Claire says "Can you come home, David, please?" David says "I want to know what's happened?" The policeman returns to the phone and says "Hello, Mr. Hallet. I'm afraid your wife isn't feeling too well. Do you think you could come home at once? Your son's been missing since 1 o'clock this morning".…

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The Big Story - Murder and a Frustrated Father 25:32

7 днів тому25:32

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For Sam Melnick, a Police Reporter for the United Press operating out of the Kansas City Bureau, it has been a long, dull day. It is now time for dinner, and there is one place he always goes. It's the best meal in Kansas City, so he gets on the phone to make a reservation. She picks up the phone and says "Hello?" Sam says "Hello, Ma, it's Sam". She asks "What time will you be home for dinner?" Sam says "About an hour. What's for dinner?" She says "Pot roast, with potato pancakes and applesauce". Sam says "Tell me more. What's for dessert?" She says "Your favorite". Sam says "You don't mean lemon meringue pie!" She says "I do, and now son, you'll have to excuse me. I've got to get back to the kitchen. I'll expect you in an hour". Sam says "Oh Mom, wait a minute. I've changed my mind. Better make that, a half hour". On his way home, Sam stops in at Frank's Bar, just for a quick one. Sam arrives at his mother's house a little after dinner time. His mother asks him "Sam, where have you been?" Sam says "On the way home, I stopped at Frank's place". She says "Oh, I wondered what happened to you. Well, I've got everything all ready. You better get washed up and ...." Just then, the phone rings. His mother says "Oh no. Sam don't answer it". Sam says "I'd better, Mom". She says "It's probably that night manager down at the bureau again. And if that man thinks he's going to take you away from my dinner again, just because of a story...." Sam says "Forget it, Ma, It's been a dull day. I'll just brush him off and sit down to dinner". Sam answers the phone and talks to the night manager for a few minutes. He suddenly hangs up the phone and says "Mom, I've got to rush". She asks "What about my pot roast and pancakes?" Sam says "Keep it warm, Mom, I'll be back as soon as I can. A big story is breaking". She asks "What big story?" Sam says "A father just murdered his daughter".…

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Calling All Cars - Milk Bottle Murder 25:42

7 днів тому25:42

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Early morning in downtown Los Angeles on November 4th, Merchant Fire Dispatch Officer H.J. "Harry" Ruud's attention is suddenly attracted by a cry of "Stop Thief!" and the sound of hard shoes pounding on the concrete sidewalk ahead of him. Looking up, he sees a man disappearing around the next corner on a dead run. For three blocks, the mad race continues. Then, at the corner of Third and Alameda Streets, Officer Oliver Densmore spots the fugitive and joins the strange pursuit. Two blocks later, the two officers apprehend the breathless suspect and bring him to a halt. The suspect says "Only one bottle of milk, that's all I got". Densmore says "I don't care whether it's one bottle of milk or the Bank of Italy, you stole it, didn't you?" Suspect says "Yes, I only wanted to borrow it". Densmore asks "Did you see him take this milk?" Ruud says "No, that old watchman down by the warehouse spotted him. Densmore says "I see. Well, come on, let's take a walk down to the station. I think the desk sergeant can handle this". Suspect says "You're going to arrest me for just borrowing one bottle of milk? I told you I'd give it back". Densmore says "Sure, they all want to give it back, after it's too late. Come on get moving". The suspect, accompanied by Officer Densmore and Fire Officer Ruud, start a more leisurely walk, this time in the direction of the police station. For two blocks, the three walk in silence, then the suspect says "Hey, I got something I want to ask you". Densmore says "Go ahead". Suspect says "You won't get sore?" Densmore says "I don't know. Suppose you ask me and find out". Suspect says "I live up here in this block. I got a room in a hotel so I want to know if I can I stop for a minute and get something?" Densmore says "You won't need anything where you're going. The city supplies everything". Suspect says "But, I want to get some money for bail so I can start my new job tomorrow".…

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