Gunsmoke
Jealousy
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Gunsmoke is a Western radio drama set in Dodge City, Kansas, where U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon works to keep order on a rough frontier. Dillon is joined by familiar Dodge City figures including saloonkeeper Kitty Russell, deputy Chester Proudfoot, and Doc Adams, whose lives and loyalties are woven into the town’s conflicts.
The program tells its stories through acted scenes, dialogue, and sound effects that bring the frontier setting to life. Episodes often turn on the difficult choices involved in enforcing the law, settling disputes, and protecting a community where violence can erupt quickly. The title “Jealousy” points to a personal conflict at the center of this installment.
Gravelly and atmospheric, Gunsmoke balances suspense and action with thoughtful attention to character and consequence. William Conrad’s commanding performance as Dillon gives the marshal a steady presence, while the supporting cast makes Dodge City feel like a close-knit place shaped by both danger and everyday relationships.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.