Mathew Slade: Passage to Tangiers (EP4642)

Summary

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Episode: Mathew Slade: Passage to Tangiers (EP4642)
Release Date: March 4, 2025
Host: Adam Graham

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Introduction

In this thrilling episode of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio, host Adam Graham delves into the adventurous escapade of Matthew Slade, a private investigator, in the exotic landscapes of Tangier, Morocco. Released on March 4, 2025, "Passage to Tangiers" takes listeners on a suspense-filled treasure hunt filled with deceit, danger, and the relentless pursuit of a legendary artifact.

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Episode Synopsis

Setting the Scene (00:17 - 05:41) The story begins on November 8, 1964, as Matthew Slade arrives in the enigmatic city of Tangier. Sent by Mr. Peters and Associates, Slade's mission is immediate and handsomely paid—an envelope containing five $1,000 bills, an airline ticket, and a cryptic note directs him to Instant Hotel Cartage at Place Molotov.

However, upon arriving, Slade discovers that Mr. Peters is nowhere to be found. After several days of waiting with no sign of his employer, tension mounts when Slade is confronted by a mysterious figure wielding a Webley automatic pistol. Demonstrating his composure, Slade responds, "Sir, I'm Mr. Peters" (00:58), revealing his true identity in a test of character.

Introducing Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy (04:56 - 10:01) Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy, an Australian officer with a storied past, joins Slade. The captain's introduction is vivid: "He looked like something out of Gunga Din" (05:41), painting a picture of a seasoned and rugged adventurer. Together, they discuss their objective—a valuable gold medallion named Medallion Remeliar, rumored to be worth over $1 million and cursed to bring sudden death to its owners.

The Quest for the Medallion (10:01 - 21:39) Slade and O'Shaughnessy embark on their perilous journey to Zagora, Morocco, navigating through scorching heat, treacherous terrains, and hostile encounters. Their partnership is tested multiple times, especially when faced with hostile tribesmen intent on hindering their mission.

At one critical moment (12:37), Slade asserts dominance, saying, "We will be back, America to take your head," highlighting the escalating tension with the local adversaries. The dynamic between Slade's calculated approach and O'Shaughnessy's aggressive tactics adds depth to their characters.

Their relentless search leads them to a deserted Legion post near Zagora, where unexpected challenges arise, including natural obstacles and internal conflicts within the team. The discovery of the medallion is met with greed and mistrust, culminating in betrayal when Peters absconds with the prized artifact, leaving Slade and O'Shaughnessy stranded.

Climactic Twist and Resolution (20:29 - 21:39) In a dramatic turn of events, Slade reveals his plan to leave O'Shaughnessy behind to ensure his safe return. "Arrangements were made in Tangier for a small plane to pick us up on the 12th. That's today" (20:31) emphasizes the end of their tumultuous partnership. Slade's departure is bittersweet, as he leaves O'Shaughnessy with a promise of a third of the medallion's proceeds, despite the betrayal.

The episode closes with Slade's reflection on the adventure and the revelation that the medallion was a fake, leaving listeners pondering the true value of trust and camaraderie in the face of greed.

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Notable Quotes

• Matthew Slade: "Sir, I'm Mr. Peters." (00:58)
  Slade unveils his true identity during a tense confrontation, demonstrating his quick wit and adaptability.

• Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy: "You pass with flying colors." (05:41)
  Acknowledging Slade's composure under pressure, solidifying their partnership.

• Matthew Slade: "We require the services of a man of strength. A man of cunning." (07:38)
  Outlining the qualities needed for their dangerous mission.

• Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy: "We will be back, America to take your head." (13:09)
  Expressing the escalating threat from hostile tribesmen.

• Matthew Slade: "I've enjoyed having you along. You're a man after my own heart." (21:13)
  Sarcastically acknowledging O'Shaughnessy's role in his departure plan.

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Host Commentary and Insights

Character Analysis and Performance (23:11 - 30:26) Adam Graham provides a nuanced analysis of the characters, particularly highlighting the portrayal of Mr. Peters. He notes, "Mr. Peters is such an obvious Sydney Greenstreet character... a composite of a lot of Greenstreet roles," drawing parallels to iconic characters like Signor Ferrari from Casablanca. This comparison underscores the depth and homage paid to classic radio acting within the episode.

Graham also discusses the episode's pacing and structure, praising its ability to condense action, adventure, and mystery into a tight 21-minute format. He remarks, "They make the most of each minute in this and it's just fun to listen to all the way through," emphasizing the episode's engaging storytelling.

Listener Feedback and Technical Quality (30:26 - 31:38) Addressing listener comments, Adam engages with feedback regarding audio quality and acting performances. Responding to concerns about the speed and pitch of voices, he explains the challenges of transferring older recordings, stating, "If I were to guess the root cause, I would say that they remind me most of a lot of the indictment episodes that I've heard."

Graham acknowledges the limitations while maintaining the integrity of the podcast's archival content: "I think the actress who played the mother who hired Matthew Slade... did a pretty good job."

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Conclusion

"Mathew Slade: Passage to Tangiers" is a masterfully crafted episode that encapsulates the essence of old-time radio detective dramas. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and immersive storytelling, it serves both nostalgia for seasoned listeners and an engaging introduction for newcomers. Host Adam Graham's insightful commentary enriches the listening experience, providing deeper appreciation for the art of radio detective storytelling.

Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering the genre for the first time, this episode offers a compelling adventure that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

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Listener Engagement

Adam Graham concludes the episode by addressing listener comments and encouraging continued engagement through platforms like YouTube and Patreon. He acknowledges constructive feedback, fostering a community of dedicated fans who appreciate the blend of classic radio charm and modern storytelling.

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Thank you for joining us on this adventure. Until next time, keep your detective hats on and your ears tuned to the mysteries of old-time radio!

Transcript

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Welcome to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio from Boise, Idaho. This is your host, Adam Graham. In a moment, I'm going to bring you this week's episode of Matthew Slade. But first, I do want to encourage you, if you're enjoying the podcast, to follow us using your favorite podcast software. And also our listener support and appreciation campaign continues. And and you can support the show for as little as $2 per month by going to patreon.greatdetectives.net but now, from November 8, 1964, here is passage to Tangiers.

[Matthew Slade]

From Hollyw.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Welcome to Starlight Mystery Theater and another.

[Matthew Slade]

Episode in the series. Matthew Slade, Private Investigator.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

We invite you to take your seat as Slade unfolds Passage to Pangea. In my job, the hours are odd. So are the circumstances and the people I meet. You could even call some of them dangerous. My calling card reads. Matthew Slade, Private Investigator. Morocco, our ancient history peers over your 20th century shoulder. Land of the unusual, of white walled in cities with narrow terraced streets dotted with full on desolate beggars. Of bazaars where you can barter for anything from fine silks to an evil eye. Land of the wandering street vendor hawking grilled camel liver, sticky, sweet and hot mint tea. Morocco, Land of the broiling African sun. Land of mystery intrigue. Up until its independence in 1956, Morocco was split into three zones. French, Spanish, and the international zone of Tangier. That's where I was sent to meet them at my office in San Francisco. I'd received an envelope postmarked cashmere. Inside were five $1,000 bills, an airline ticket and a note that read, your services required immediately enclosed part payment. Kindly meet us on the 23rd. Instant Hotel Cartage 14 Place Molotov, Tangier. It was signed, Mr. Peters and Associates, now the 25th. I'd arrived in Tangier two days ago and checked into the hotel as directed. There was no Mr. Peters registered nor was one expected? I waited three more days. Still no Mr. Peters. It was the 28th. I was in the Cartage bar sampling a brandy, lime and soda. A bellhop handed me a telegram. It too had been sent from Cashmere. It read, unfortunate delay, stop arriving tomorrow the 29th. Stop Mr. Peters and associate. I downed the last of the brandy and soda, winked at a cute looking French girl sitting alone at the bar, then retired to my room. I'd been in bed about two hours. Suddenly the lights went on. I turned my head, looking up into the muzzle of a Webley automatic.

[Matthew Slade]

I. Sir, I'm Mr. Peters.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Mr. Peters? Short, overly large. He wore an outdated double breasted white suit, the kind they make up in Hong Kong for $10. He wore a fez from behind. Thick black horn rimmed glasses popped huge brown eyes. Over by the door stood a tall, lean, good looking man of about 55. He was decked out in a British officer's uniform, the kind they wore in India at the turn of the century. He carried a swagger stick. A black patch covered his left eye, a monocle his right. He held a pith helmet under his arm. He looked like something out of Gunga Din. So you're Peters. Welcome to Tangier. And if you don't mind, would you remove that instrument from my face?

[Matthew Slade]

It was a sort of test. So you passed with flying colors. I'd have been unhappy to find I'd hired the services of a man who cringed at the sight of a revolver confronting him. You, sir, did not blink an eye. I like that. Say it again. You pass with flying colors. Would you agree to that, Jack? Flying colors. Peters O'Boy come forward. Captain. I am Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy of Australia. Aye, sir. Standing alone, my cutlet raised, faced 50 of the demons as they came charging through the pass. Aye, sir. Unafraid. Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, Captain. Mr. Slade will hear about that some other time. We've got 20 minutes to make our connection.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Connection?

[Matthew Slade]

We leave immediately for Zagora. Or if you will be kind enough to there to gather your belongings, Sir.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Would you kindly get that gun out of my face?

[Matthew Slade]

I wouldn't hesitate to move you should you. Supplies immediately, sir. You're a member of my company and disobeyed such an order. I'd have had you horsewhipped. I tell you, Peters in the old. Yes, yes, yes, yes, Captain. You gone down to the front desk and take care of Mr. Slaves. The captain up about it. These young people need of them.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Is he all right, Jack?

[Matthew Slade]

Yes, sir. He Likes to go back into the past. Our train departs in 16 minutes. Shall we proceed? Hold the train, conductor. Now come. It's a cave Captain quickly.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Going to be asking too much of you gentlemen to inform me as to where we're going.

[Matthew Slade]

Shall we begin by beginning at the beginning? And man. If you'll excuse me, gentlemen, I have to. You'll find it to your left, Captain. Thank you, Peter. As I was about to say. A man worth knowing is a man worth knowing.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Get to the point.

[Matthew Slade]

It's like this. We require the services of a man of strength. A man of cunning, unable to think fast. Who take command of the situation at hand. One able to use his fist and.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

If necessary, a gun.

[Matthew Slade]

We, sir, are embarking upon a most dangerous gun here. One that may entail the loss of life.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Whose life?

[Matthew Slade]

Well, let us say that that will depend upon you.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

I don't know who's more confused at this point. Me or that half witted captain.

[Matthew Slade]

Now don't let Captain Jack hear you express that term. He can be mighty dangerous when provoked. And so I take you. It is I, Captain Jack. I've returned. I left Australia as a young shaver to join the Bengal Lancers. I served most of my time in the interior of India. Fighting tribesmen sworn to wipe out British rule. In 1940 I enlisted with an Australian force in the Middle east in the fight against Rommel. At the close of the war I became a man of the world. A regular soldier of fortune, you might say. I served under many flags. I'm presently a dealer in artifacts. That's how I met Peter. Yes, that was in Damascus. Crossroads of the world. I was born and raised in that city of cities. There I met the captain quite by accident. We were both at an auction bidding on a bronze falcon. Bidding against one another. Each pushing the price higher and higher. The good captain whispered in my ear this suggestion that we pool horses and purchase the falcon together. This we did. We then formed a partnership. NATO selling a organ as a handsome pocket. About a month ago he was in Captain read of a series of valuable artifacts have been buried in various places throughout the world by Mussolini. One item of particular interest to us was a gold medallion. A full 8 inches in diameter. On good authority reported to be worth in excess of immortality. $1 million should we find it. You would be in for a third.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Then it's medallion we're after.

[Matthew Slade]

Correct. He bears the name Medallion Remeliar. Which translated means medallion of death. He carries with it a curse, sudden and unexplainable death. Has befallen all who have owned it. Anyway, the medallion has passed through the hands of some 11 owners. 30 years or so. It just disappeared altogether. It turned up in India in 1908, in Egypt in 1913. Then it was purchased by Shah Agrama in 1990.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

How'd it get out here?

[Matthew Slade]

During the war, it was stored for safekeeping by Mussolini.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

You know the exact spot?

[Matthew Slade]

Proxima Spot? Yes. We extracted that information from a former Mussolini aide. Yes, he ran into the man in Istanbul a few weeks ago. During the war. He was captured in the desert by an Australian patrol and brought in for Quitsley. Captain Jack was an interrogating officer. He learned that the man had been sent by Mussolini into Zagoro to bury a treasure. My strange coincidence. The captain Scott after him in Istanbul hotel lobby. Working as a porter. He'd been hiding out in Istanbul trying to save sufficient money to get the Zagora to retrieve the medallion. We managed to get him to draw a map of the area where he buried the medallion. He used to give it to us in return for our silent about his part and one third interest in whatever we reclaim from the sale of the medallion. Our cagey Italian gave us this slip before we'd seen his map. We found him hiding out in Tiranaga. We confronted him with his statue right then and there. We made him draw us another map and hand it over.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

How come he's not with you?

[Matthew Slade]

Cap mysteriously disappeared.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Where is it we're going?

[Matthew Slade]

To a small oasis some 40 miles south of Zagora. You know, it should take us five days. Ah, I see. We're arriving at City Bua. Shall we light and party to breakfast?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

We'd be arriving at Fez around noon. Peters was sitting beside me reading Cairo on 250 a day. The captain was sleeping. I peered through the window, watched the barren countryside path as the train rocked its way south. The motion and the heat of the day were getting to me. I doze was awakened by Peters tugging at my arm.

[Matthew Slade]

Hey, come. We must leave the train.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Fez, ancient city of beauty. We stopped barely an hour, long enough to pick up equipment, hire a car and driver. Our route let us southwest. The heat was becoming unbearable. Peter's huge frame was perspiring profusely. The captain was up front humming Waltzing Matilda. He didn't seem to disturb him in the slightest. The guide for the past hour had been driving at breakneck speed along the single lane road. A blowout. Pump the brakes.

[Matthew Slade]

Don't jam them on. We'll all be killed. Peter's own. Shut up, Jack. Shut up. Fortunate. Fortunate indeed. Rather exciting, wouldn't you say, Peter?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Now let's give him a hand to remove that wheel.

[Matthew Slade]

Stinger. By Godzilla. We're in for trouble. The machine gun. Travelers. I am Tindara, cheek of the Civil Legion. You have wares to trade. Why do you hide behind those guns? Send out a friend.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Come forward.

[Matthew Slade]

No hums from began. I say we let go with a jolly round of fire.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Keep that gun trained on them. I'm an American. These are my friends. We're traveling to Zangora. We. We do not carry anything to trade.

[Matthew Slade]

Ah, American. American. Very rich. You have money, jewelry?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

No, neither. Ah, no money train.

[Matthew Slade]

How you rent car, buy food?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

We have a few francs. Nothing that amounts to anything. I don't believe you.

[Matthew Slade]

Tell them that a lie.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

I search. Just mount from that horse. I'll put bullet through you. You give big order to Tindara.

[Matthew Slade]

You shoot me, my men will kill you and your friends. We have you outnumbered. You give us money, we give you your lives.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Let's avoid trouble. You take your men and ride on.

[Matthew Slade]

You are in no position to give order, American. I give order. I think we just kill you, Captain.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Give them a warning first.

[Matthew Slade]

We will be back, America to take your head.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

We arrived at Conifer at sundown, checked into a small hotel situated in the heart of the market area. Peters set about hiring a Sengalese porter, mules and six Bedouin chargemen as an escort. We were in Peter's room charting our course.

[Matthew Slade]

Lieutenant Belliere, administrative service. Farnese. Come in. Left up. Fellow officer, I salute you, sir. And are you, sir? Am I you, sir? Yes, yes, yes, Captain. That's enough of that. What can we do for you, sir? It has come to my attention you intend making the trip to Sagaro. It's extremely dangerous crossing for foreigners unescorted. You'd be well advised to wait for the regular caravan. Oh, the caravan doesn't leave for another five weeks. We can't wait that long.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

I see.

[Matthew Slade]

Then, gentlemen, if you insist upon making this trip, I cannot be responsible for your safety. We'll be all right, father. I have heard that from many who have set out alone. For some, the trip was successful.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

And for the others, relate killed. I trust this will not be your fate.

[Matthew Slade]

Arm yourselves well and good luck. You will surely need it. Hey, Steve. What is it? Instruct the guide to horse. We'll camp here. We don't want to get lost in this storm.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

All right, driver.

[Matthew Slade]

We'll set up camp over here for the night. Host two guards, rig the tents over by the trees. Let's get out of this storm.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

At dinner. Here, an ancient walled in city situated at the southwest base of the Atlas. We engaged a camel driver and four of his straggly dromedaries. We arrived at Zagora on the sixth day, bypassing the town to camp at the deserted Legion post 10 miles to the south. The fort looked like something out of bo gest. A faded and ripped tricolor flew from the lookout tower. I half expected to be greeted by an assistant director from Paramount.

[Matthew Slade]

After all, every single he's. Unpack the equipment, will seek suitable quarters and follow with our personal belongings.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

And close those gates. And post a couple of your men on watch. Now this looks like the officer's barracks. This will be all right at dawn, sir.

[Matthew Slade]

Let's lose no time to seek out our little dingus. The medallion. Romelia. Abdul. Yes? What are all these people doing here? And these animals? Berber is the fat word, boyfriend. Where did they come from? From Africa, fat boys. They have lived here many centuries. I know that, you fool. I mean where did this bunch come from? And who let them in? They come during the night. From where? I do not know. How dare you let strange people into the fort without my approval. Mother, a thousand apologies. I will not want to disturb you, fat boy. Will you stop calling me fat boy? Yes, boy. Get that goat away from me. Look, it's trying to eat my shoe.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Now what's all the commotion, Peters? Well.

[Matthew Slade]

Oh, I'd go let this wandering tribe in here. Here could be mighty dangerous. Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a glorious morning? Oh, shut up, Jack.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Let's get on our way. Another couple of hours and that sun will be broiling us alive.

[Matthew Slade]

Do you have the map, Captain, or has the goat eaten under my gun belt?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Abdul will take three tribesmen with us and the Singales porter. The others remain. You bet you. All right, let's mount up. We crossed the Moroccan frontier into Algeria. We were now 20 miles or so south of the fort and well into the Sahara. The mid morning sun was firing off its burning rays. Sudden stabs of pain made me double up a feverish. The hot red rays of the sun blinded my vision. The sand began to ripple, then roar like a huge surf. That was the last thing I seemed to remember. I was slowly brought to consciousness by the sound of someone digging out of a small lingus. Abdul and the three tribes almost stretched out beside the cannon, sleeping. Peters and Jack were by the waterhole studying the map. The Senegalese was waist deep in a hole Shoveling out sand, I rose and stumbled toward them.

[Matthew Slade]

Smith. Good to see you up and about.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

It doesn't look as though you're having much luck.

[Matthew Slade]

I can't understand it unless the Italian tricked us again. Peter, he's uncovered something. A small chest. Caution, man. Easy with it. Easy. Give it to me. Go on. Now you join the other. It's locked. Peter. Yeah? Force it open with this. Remove the padding, my child. Peters, we've got it. A veritable fortune lies in our hands. And by right of possession, its whole all hours. Think of it, man. We are holding in excess of a million dollars. Popping. Oh, boy. Popping. A rare specimen of beauty. And beauty. And it's all mine.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Hours, Peters. Hours. Oh, yes, Captain.

[Matthew Slade]

How ripe you are.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Hours, you say? It's solid gold.

[Matthew Slade]

Oh, solid gold, through and through. Let's return to the fort. I don't want to spend another night out here. Abdul. Get up, you lazy blighter. Get everything back. We're moving out.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

The medallion looked impressive and real. But something bothered me about it. Something I couldn't pinpoint. It was dusk when we arrived back at the fort. Thin columns of smoke from the Berber campfires rose and trailed off into the night. Close the gates. Captain. Get that machine gun out here. Abdul, can we count on the Berbers?

[Matthew Slade]

Yes. Watch this fight.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Line them up around the wall and have the veterans cover the gate.

[Matthew Slade]

Yes, yes. And out.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

The gun. Over here, Captain. Here they come.

[Matthew Slade]

But 100 of them. Come on, you demons.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Look at the. Run.

[Matthew Slade]

Come back, you cowards.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Hold your fire.

[Matthew Slade]

Ado. Tell the Berbers to hold their fire. They're regrouping. Here they come again. Who are you?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Got them. I don't think they'll trouble us anymore tonight. Captain, you take over. I'm going down to get some sleep. You better stay with them, Peters. Wake me at dawn, and I suggest you leave the medallion with me. It'll be safer in our quarters.

[Matthew Slade]

Safer with me along.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

As you wish. Peters wasn't about to trust anyone with his prized medallions. He had it out the moment we reached our quarter.

[Matthew Slade]

Feel the sheer wealth. Doesn't it give you the strangest feeling to hold a million dollars in your hands? Here, Be careful. Hold on to it, man. Oh, I can see that it was too much for you. Pass it back to me.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Let's put it away for safekeeping. The effects of sunstroke were still with me. The moment I hit the sack, I was out. I slept a full 24 hours. I was awakened by Peters tugging at my.

[Matthew Slade]

Wake up, man. Wake up.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

What is it?

[Matthew Slade]

What is it? The captain and I have come to say goodbye.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Goodbye? What do you mean, goodbye? Where are you going?

[Matthew Slade]

Arrangements were made in Tangier for a small plane to pick us up on the 12th. That's today. The plane seats only four. And through an oversight, I failed to mention that there would be three people to take out. The pilot brought along his wife and, well, understandably, he refuses to leave her behind. One of us must stay.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

You can't leave me here.

[Matthew Slade]

Oh, have to, sir. Must. I'm leaving you an additional $5,000 to cover any necessary expenses you may incur along the way. Absolutely. Back to plenty Fir. You can take a car to Fez and a train. Tangier. I promise when we sell the medallion, one third will be sent to you. I've enjoyed having you along. You're a man after my own heart. It's been fun. Yes, yes, fun.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Well played.

[Matthew Slade]

My hat. And thank you, sir, for everything. Good luck, old boy. You've been a jolly good sport about it all.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Goodbye, gentlemen. Abdul.

[Matthew Slade]

Yes, boss?

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

You wouldn't happen to have a camel going to Tangier, would you?

[Matthew Slade]

Pretty mad, boss. Tribesmen leave us. A shot was paid above. They steal my camels, leave me one donkey.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Yes, that's what I thought. Well, we can take turns at writing.

[Matthew Slade]

You pretty funny, boss. Don't have donkeys. Stolen by barber.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Oh, no. Well, it's only a 10 mile walk to the. Come on, I'll buy you a drink. Dateline San Francisco. Today I got in from Tangier. Exactly two months following that fateful day, I received a telegram from Cashmere. If I ever run into those two angels, that's the way they'll end up. Angel. Oh, I nearly forgot the medallion. It was a fake. When I accidentally on purpose dropped it, a fine crack appeared. I've been told solid gold doesn't do that sort of thing. I wonder how Peters and Jack reacted when they found out. If you happen by my office and see a sign that reads, don't call me, I'll call you. I know you'll understand. This is the United States Armed Forces Radio and Television Service.

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[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. Well, how do you know someone's an iconic actor when people are still evoking their performance two decades later. Mr. Peters is such an obvious Sydney Green street character, unlike some thinly disguised Maltese Falcon pastiches we've heard on this podcast, he's not a Casper Gutman character. He's a composite of a lot of Green street roles. Not only Gutman, but Signor Ferrari from Casablanca. The FEZ particularly called that role to mind. There are probably a few other Easter eggs that Green street experts might identify and refer back to a specific role, but those are the ones that stood out to me and I have to say that I really enjoyed this episode. It was just a great old fashioned treasure hunt with a lot of action, adventure, mystery and fun characters all compressed into a neat 21 minute package. They make the most of each minute in this and it's just fun to listen to all the way through. Now, I wouldn't necessarily call Slade's action why someone you've never met tells you to hop a plane to Morocco. It's generally not a good idea. However, unlike golden Age detectives like Pap Novak, who can be persuaded to take stupid risk for $50 at least, Slade really got a huge bankroll for putting his life at risk. And you have to give Peters credit for taking care of him financially, then shelling out a few thousand more to make sure that he was able to get home. Though given that the whole thing took two months away from Slade's main practice, he didn't really come out ahead on the deal. Maybe broke even, perhaps. But given the risk, the sickness, the heat, the discomfort, and the sheer amount of danger he ended up in during this whole case, I can understand why he's in no hurry to work with him again. I do wonder what Jonesy was doing this whole time, though. I kind of suspect we won't find out. All right, listener comments and feedback now. And we have a comment on YouTube from Mechanics6682 regarding the episode A Sweet Scent of Mystery, I suspected the Advisor of killing the daughter. The twist was good, but the acting of the secondary actors was pretty flat. Well, I appreciate the comment, and I would say that there are maybe some of the secondary performances in Matthew Slade are not as good, but I guess it depends on how you count the secondary. I think the actress who played the mother who hired Matthew Slade, she actually did a pretty good job. But again, thanks so much for the comment. Then I received a Facebook message from Patton who writes, I was listening to the Matthew Slade Private Investigator podcast. I've been listening for a few weeks now and Enjoy the show. But is it played at a faster speed or higher pitch? The speakers seem to talk so fast. In today's episode 4630, many of the voices appear to be familiar radioactors was the district attorney played by John Hoyt. I've been listening since the early Dragnet days. From then until now, you've improved exponentially. This is a professional podcast. We all appreciate you and the content you provide. Well, thanks so much. In answer to your question, while these are listenable, they are not as high quality as many other programs that we play. If I were to guess the root cause, I would say that they remind me most of a lot of the indictment episodes that I've heard. And many of these programs, indictment in particular when you get to the late 50s, or if they were preserved at all, were preserved on tape, which to my ear just does not come across as well as the transcription disc. Even if the tapes are more recent, if the transcription disc are properly taken care of, or even if there's some damage and it's corrected when it is transferred and cleaned up, even just a little bit. Sounds so beautiful and so crisp. And it's great when we have a series that has that quality where it's a first generation transfer where someone who knows what they're doing took the transcription disc and digitized the recording. That did not happen with any Matthew Slade episode we have in circulation. I can't tell you what exactly did happen, but not that. As to identifying actors, that is because of the issue that you identified with the quality. I mean, if I didn't know that from documentation that Carl Swenson played Barney Flagg, I'd never guess in a million years that Carl Swenson was in this. And my exposure to John Hoyt is somewhat limited. The main thing I can recall him being in, just because I just been recording these episodes, was he was in Shorty Bell, which is the Amazing World of Radio spring series that we're doing. But on that one, honestly, your guess is as good as mine. Thanks so much. Appreciate the comment. And now it's time to thank our Patreon supporter of the day. And I want to go ahead and thank Doc. Doc has been one of our patreon supporters since February 2016, currently supporting the podcast at the shamus level of $4 or more per month. Thanks so much for your support, Doc. And that will do it for today. If you're enjoying the podcast, please follow us using your favorite podcast software. And if you're enjoying the podcast on YouTube, be sure to like the video, subscribe to the channel and mark the notification bell. All those great things that help YouTube channels to grow. We'll be back next Tuesday with the last episode of Matthew Slade, but join us back here tomorrow for Broadway's My Beat.

[Gerald Fuffman]

The crowd shivered against the rising mist and against the memory that death had walked the carnival, that somewhere on the midway its wing had touched them. In the morning, I had a call to make to the place of one Gerald Fuffman, esquire Jewels, et cetera. That's what it said on the window inside. Gerald Fuffman, Esq. Was very elegant, very, etc. Welcome to my establishment. Make yourself comfortable. Browse, indulge, etc, Etc. Thank you, I will. If you permit me, I could be of rather remarkable assistance. What you had in mind was it for an amant, a girl, a mother, a wife, a souvenir of 20 years. Splendid service in your splendid factory. That would be nice. Could you make a replica of this in diamonds? Dear boy, I can make a replica of anything in anything.

[Adam Graham]

I hope you'll be with us then. In the meantime, send your comments to box Thirteenreatdetectives.net Follow us on Twitter at radiodetectives and check us out on Instagram instagram.com greatdetectives from Boise, Idaho, this is your host, Adam Graham, signing off. Hi, this is Adam Graham. Our listener support and appreciation campaign is ongoing and if you're enjoying the podcast and would like to support us, you can become one of our ongoing Patreon supporters for as little as $2 per month at pat patreon.greatdetives.net among the benefits, in addition to supporting the show, you'll receive a monthly update from me and you'll also get a chance to pick our summer series on the amazing world of radio. If you're interested, go to patreon greatdetectives.net Coming up this week on the Old Time Radio Snack Wagon.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Now I am mad at that elephant. He knocks me down.

[Matthew Slade]

Yippee, Kaya, yippee.

[Captain Jack O'Shaughnessy]

Would seem the mammal has won the first round. I catches the beast, but I need extra muscle.

[Adam Graham]

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