TV & Radio Audiobooks

Philip Marlowe is a fictional private eye created by Raymond Chandler. Marlowe first appeared, under that name, in The Big Sleep, published in 1939. The Adventures of Philip Marlowe was a radio series featuring the Marlowe character. It first aired 17 June 1947 on NBC radio under the title The New Adventures of Philip Marlowe, and moved to CBS radio a few months later. By 1949, it had the largest audience in radio. The CBS version ran for 114 episodes. While many fans of classic hard-boiled detective stories are familiar with Chandler's novels and short stories, few have heard these radio shows. They are a testament to Chandler's skill in creating a world and a character that are engaging in many forms of media.

Gene Levitt, Gene Levitt, Kathleen Hite, Kathleen Hite, Mel Dinelli, Mel Dinelli, Parley Baer, Parley Baer, Raymond Chandler, Raymond Chandler, Robert Mitchell, Robert Mitchell (Author), Gerald Mohr, Gerald Mohr, Howard McNear, Howard McNear, Jeff Corey, Jeff Corey (Narrator)

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Aepyornis Island

Classic Tales of Mystery, Classic Tales of Mystery (Author), Nina Salzar & Others, Nina Salzar & Others (Narrator)

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Al Martino

Al Martino's success began in 1952 with the single "Here in My Heart." The self-taught crooner went on to find his biggest success in an unlikely source in 1963 with a version of "I Love You Because," which was originally a country tune. In August of 1972, he sat down for an interview with host Wink Martindale to reflect on his storied career. Martino discusses his early life growing up, some of his musical influences and the highs and lows of his musical journey.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Alan & Marilyn Bergman

For Alan and Marilyn Bergman, being married and working together as songwriters had many perks. The two found that their relationship allowed them to be uninhibited in sharing ideas while crafting a song. In this interview recorded with Wink Martindale in the 1980s, they discussed their lives, lyrics and careers as songwriters. The couple provides an intimate and detailed look at the songwriting process along with sharing interesting stories about some of the songs they've written.

Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Author), Wink Martindale, Wink Martindale (Narrator)

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Alfred Hitchcock and the Making of Psycho

Here is a gripping, behind-the-scenes look inside the classic suspense shocker Psycho-and the creative genius who revolutionized filmmaking. First released in June 1960, Psycho altered the landscape of horror films forever. But just as compelling as the movie itself is the story behind it. Stephen Rebello brings to life the creation of one of Hollywood's most iconic films, from the story of Wisconsin murderer Ed Gein, the real-life inspiration for the character of Norman Bates, to Hitchcock's groundbreaking achievements in cinematography, sound, editing, and promotion. Packed with captivating insights from the film's stars, writers, and crew members, Hitchcock is a riveting and definitive history of a signature Hitchcock cinematic masterpiece. "Meticulous history...helps the reader comprehend the original shock of the film."-New York Times Book Review

Stephen Rebello, Stephen Rebello (Author), Paul Michael Garcia, Paul Michael Garcia, Richard Powers (Narrator)

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All Shook Up: Music, Passion, and Politics

The national debate over popular music's effect on character is both furious and confused. Carson Holloway is out to shatter the assumptions of pop's critics and defenders alike, showing that music is more beneficial than we think. Plato and Aristotle, Holloway finds, were aware that music can either inflame the soul with passion or can awaken it to reason and help to cultivate temperance. What Holloway proposes-a rediscovery of the musical wisdom of Plato and Aristotle-will completely change the way we think about music.

Carson Holloway, Carson Holloway (Author), Nadia May, Nadia May, Wanda Mccaddon (Narrator)

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