Unknown Broadcast | "On a Country Road"

In this episode of the radio show, the listener is drawn into an ominous narrative that showcases a thrilling tale, steeped in suspense and psychological tension. The setting begins in an evocative atmosphere by a warm fire, creating an inviting environment which sharply contrasts with the unfolding story's dread. The protagonist reminisces about stories from the past while setting the stage for what is about to unfold. The listener is encouraged to prepare for a gripping story titled “On a Country Road,” featuring Howard Duff and Ida Lupino, which serves as the backbone of the episode.
As the narrative shifts focus, we meet a couple caught in a harrowing traffic jam, leading them to consider taking a shortcut through a lonely country road. This seemingly innocent decision is quickly complicated when they’re warned of an escaped convict, Nellie Goller, described as a dangerous and unstable woman who has escaped from a mental hospital after committing heinous crimes, including a brutal murder. The tensions build as the couple debates their route, with the wife expressing fear over the warnings from the radio about avoiding lonely roads, a sentiment dismissed by her husband who is keenly focused on avoiding the traffic jam.
The couple's fears are amplified as they encounter worsening weather conditions and the realization that their car is running out of gas. The descent into darkness, further complicated by the imminent storm, creates a suffocating sense of isolation. The woman’s anxiety escalates as they find themselves stranded, forced to confront their worst fears. Murmurs of rain and thunder frame their conversation, setting the tone for growing dread and paranoia.
As the couple anxiously waits for help, they begin to hear unsettling noises outside their vehicle, highlighting their isolation. The air grows thick with tension as they both grapple with the idea that the dangerous woman on the loose could be lurking nearby. Suddenly, a stranger appears: a soaked and frantic woman who begs to be let into the car, claiming she’s being pursued. Her desperate plea creates chaos. The couple, mired in their own fear, struggles with the choice of whether to help this unknown woman amid the rising paranoia and uncertainty about her true identity.
The tension crescendos as accusations and fears spiral out of control. Each character in the car exhibits growing distrust as they grapple with their survival instincts. Suspicion escalates to violence when the couple is pushed to their limits, leading to a tragic confrontation marked by panic and desperation. The couple's struggle reaches a climax when they confront the stranger; the chaotic energy of the moment leads to bloodshed at the hands of the husband in a desperate attempt to protect his wife.
As the dust settles, the arrival of the police brings a reprieve, yet the confusion remains. The officer reveals the grim truth that the couple never encountered the real threat—the dangerous woman they feared had already been captured long before their encounter with the stranger. The husband faces the chilling reality of the situation, realizing he has critically misjudged the nature of both the real danger and the stranger begging for help.
Toward the episode's conclusion, the atmosphere shifts from malignant to reflective as the narrator draws a poetic conclusion, reminding listeners of the cyclical nature of fear and the warmth of safety in familiar spaces. The show cleverly loops back to the warmth of the fire, contrasting the grim ordeal experienced by the couple. As the sun rises, a sense of hope is imparted that rekindles the listener’s awareness of their own safe comforts amid the chills of night. The host's final words remind audiences of the complexities of human nature, the lurking dangers in the shadows, and the intrinsic warmth found in human connection—leaving them with a lingering sense of suspense, reflection, and appreciation for the safety of their own surroundings.
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