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A Trap of Many Teeth | The Cisco Kid (03-15-55)

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Tue Mar 31 2026

Summary

Old Time Radio Westerns: "A Trap of Many Teeth" | The Cisco Kid

Podcast Host: Andrew Rhynes
Episode Date: March 31, 2026
Original Airdate: March 15, 1955
Featured Show: The Cisco Kid
Episode Title: "A Trap of Many Teeth"

Episode Overview

This episode of Old Time Radio Westerns showcases a classic tale from The Cisco Kid, titled "A Trap of Many Teeth." With digitally restored audio, listeners are plunged into a compelling adventure of cunning bank robbers, mistaken identities, and the trademark heroism of Cisco and his loyal sidekick, Pancho. The narrative is a whirlwind ride through Silver City as Cisco faces off against a criminal mastermind and his ruthless gang, while also contending with the law’s misplaced suspicion.

Key Discussion Points & Plot Highlights

1. A Mastermind’s Deception (02:26–06:04)

The story opens with the introduction of Randolph Meeker, a notorious yet charming bank robber. He cunningly disguises his criminal intent by claiming to be a writer interested in learning about banks.
Meeker manipulates his way into Silver City by befriending Mr. De Vincent and his daughter Jenny on the stagecoach.

"Why, what would an officer be doing with a gun? I've never carried one in my life."
— Meeker feigning innocence during the stagecoach hold-up (03:50)
When the stagecoach is attacked, Meeker quickly negotiates with the bandits Yancy and Keefer, proposing a partnership for a much larger heist — the Silver City bank payroll of $25,000.

"With that much money at stake, you can afford to take a chance."
— Meeker to the bandits, cementing their alliance (05:21)

2. Cisco and Pancho Arrive on the Scene (06:04–07:54)

Cisco and Pancho, aiming to visit their old friend (the town banker), encounter the runaway stagecoach and learn of the deadly robbery.
Cisco vows justice for the slain driver and guard, setting out to track down the bandits.

"Two hombres are dead. Two killers must pay for it."
— Cisco affirming his resolve (07:54)

3. False Accusations and a Deadly Trap (09:23–13:40)

Meeker cleverly plants suspicion on Cisco and Pancho, telling the sheriff they were the stage robbers, spurring a posse to pursue them.
The real murderers lay an ambush for Cisco and Pancho at Lone Steer Pass, resulting in a fierce gunfight and near capture.

"You mean you told the sheriff that Cisco and Poncho held up the stage and killed the driver and the guard?"
— Bandit reacting to Meeker’s ruse (10:06)

"This ambush got brains, Keefer. While Cisco's tracking us anyhow, he'll ride right smack dab into the middle of a dry gulch."
— Yancy mapping out the trap (10:46)

4. The Law Turns – Plan for Redemption (15:55–18:24)

Narrowly escaping death, Cisco convinces the sheriff that he and Pancho are innocent and sets up a counter-plan to outwit Meeker and his gang.
The sheriff agrees to pretend Cisco and Pancho have been killed, baiting the criminals into proceeding with their heist plans.

"You want me to pretend like I’m holding you two in jail so as we can find out what he’s up to?"
— Sheriff negotiating with Cisco (18:00)

5. How to Rob a Bank—Accidentally Revealed (19:43–21:14)

Meeker, still posing as a writer, persuades the banker and his daughter to show him around the bank. They innocently reveal both building layout and the best time and method for a robbery.

"Getting the banker to tell you how to rob his own bank."
— Keefer, amused by Meeker’s manipulation (21:35)
Meeker refines the plan: two explosions at opposite ends of town will distract from the true target— the bank.

6. Double-Crossed and Foiled (22:32–24:38)

The criminal gang executes their plan by setting off explosions at both ends of town. The town’s defenders split up, but Cisco and Pancho head to the bank, suspecting a trick.
They arrive in time for a final confrontation. The bandits are caught, and Meeker is outwitted by Cisco’s detective work and quick thinking.

"The trap you set was so clever, it caught you."
— Cisco to Meeker, after the arrest (24:56)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Plot Twists and Character Moments

On Meeker’s Manipulation:
"It’s the results that count, not the work you put into it."
— Meeker, showing his calculating nature (21:04)
Cisco on Justice:
"Your bank will not be robbed, Señor Bill, if we can help it. And I think we can."
— Cisco reassuring the banker (23:26)
Pancho’s Comic Relief:
"Pancho’s pantalones got caught on the saddle."
— Pancho, after a wild horseback ride (26:29)

Satisfying Conclusion

The townsfolk offer Cisco and Pancho jobs, but the heroes politely decline, staying true to their wandering ways.

"Thanks, senores, for your offers, but Pancho and I would not be happy in one place."
— Cisco, affirming his freedom-loving spirit (25:36)

Heartwarming Goodbye

Jenny and Cisco’s Relationship:
"You know, Cisco, this is the only time that you’ve ever visited us that we haven’t argued."
— Jenny, marking a rare peaceful parting (25:43)

Timestamps for Major Segments

[02:26–06:04] – Meeker manipulates the stagecoach robbery and forms his gang.
[06:04–07:54] – Cisco and Pancho arrive, take over the stage, and vow to pursue justice.
[09:23–13:40] – Meeker frames Cisco and Pancho; ambush is set and narrowly escaped.
[15:55–18:24] – Cisco persuades the sheriff to play along with a faked execution.
[19:43–21:14] – Meeker learns the bank’s weak points from the unsuspecting banker.
[22:32–24:38] – Explosions distract the town while Cisco and Pancho stop the real heist.
[25:36–26:30] – Comic sendoff and wrap-up with Cisco and Pancho declining jobs.

Summary & Takeaways

This episode is a quintessential Cisco Kid adventure, brimming with clever plotting, tension, and a dash of warmth and humor. The story’s villain is undone not only by Cisco’s sharp mind but also by his own arrogance and the trust of a tight-knit frontier community. The dynamic between Cisco and Pancho adds charm, while the vivid sound restoration transports listeners directly into the pulse of the Old West.

For fans of vintage audio drama and Western heroes, "A Trap of Many Teeth" is a masterfully restored, thrilling, and wholesome listen.

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Transcript

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their trade in the early days of

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our west, by far the cleverest and most dangerous was Randolph Meacher. Instead of the evil face and sneaky eyes usually associated with men of his kind, Meeker's smile was pleasant and his manner friendly. It served him well in his chosen profession and he capitalized on it whenever he could. As our story opens, Meeker is a passenger on the stage to Silver City.

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The sheriff and his posse went after Cisco and Pancho, who rode into a dry gulch set up by the killers Yancy and Keeper, who are in lead with Meeker. Several shots rang out and Diablo goes down. Now what Puncher can do? I'm all right, Poncho. The albaba stumbled in the go for horn. Better we get behind those locks and shoot us. Circle around try to get them, Poncho. Ho there. You're under arrest under the name of the law. Ho. You take another step, Cisco, and I'll put a bullet through you. Those two killers were ambushed. Cisco and Pancho. Either way, the sheriff not stopped talking. They are the coyotes you are after, Sheriff. That birdie. I have been trailing them from the spot where the stagecoach was held up. Your fancy talk don't fool me, non Cisco. I got an eyewitness that you're the ones that done it. Who is this eyewitness? Sheriff Birdie one hombre that you didn't kill the easterner Randolph Meeker. Dad homily tell you Cisco and Pine to do the killing. Yeah, you'll find out in good time. Now get going. So Meeker told you, eh? Do you not want my guns before I mount, Sheriff? Yeah, that's right. Hand them over. Very well with a gun. But caught me see Sheriff, here they are. Flip of the hand. Now the bears are tortured. Fire you now audio. Do not move. This gun is pointed at the sheriff's head. Take it easy, boys. Do like Cisco says. Now listen to me, senor Sheriff Bancho and I stopped the runaway horses of that stagecoach after the killings had already happened. And those bandidos had no way of knowing we were on their trail. So what? Unless they were warned. Why don't you think that Nicarombre is the only one that could wound them? They're telling the truth about an ambush, Sheriff. There's footprints and empty Cochrane shells over at the sides of these rafts. Well, I never know what to believe about you two. This should prove we have done nothing wrong. Senior sheriff. Here are my guns. This time there will be no reverse roll. Well, I reckon you wouldn't give me your guns if you was really guilty. Nah, the sheriff uses head. Well, I better see if we and the posse can pick up them two bandits that tried to dry Vulture. You know, Sheriff, I think they and Mika are in some deal together. And that you can catch all three of them at the same time if you are willing to take a chance. Whatever it is Mika wants to do, he will not do it until Poncho and I are out of the way. You want me to pretend like I'm holding you two in jail so as we can find out what he's up to? Better yet, that everyone in Silver City think you and your posse had to kill Pancho and me because we would not surrender. And that gives Cisco and P The chance to catch up with those homies when they not know it. All right, Cisco, I'll do what you say. I'll take the chance. But if you go to make a fool of me, the only ones to be fooled, Sheriff Pie, are those bandidos. If my plan works, they will fall into their own trap. Of all the kinds hardest things I ever heard. What do you mean you had to shoot Cisco and Poncho? Sheriff Ferdy? Well, Bill, give him warning. They wouldn't stop, so I just naturally had to shoot him.