Mathew Slade: The Incredible Dr. Lintz (EP4612)

Summary

Summary of "Mathew Slade: The Incredible Dr. Lintz (EP4612)"

Podcast Information:

• Title: The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
• Host/Author: Adam Graham Radio Detective Podcasts
• Episode: Mathew Slade: The Incredible Dr. Lintz (EP4612)
• Release Date: January 27, 2025

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1. Episode Overview

In episode 4612, titled "Mathew Slade: The Incredible Dr. Lintz," listeners are immersed in a thrilling narrative that blends classic detective storytelling with elements of suspense and science fiction. Hosted by Adam Graham, this installment features the astute private investigator Matthew Slade as he navigates a complex web of deception, revenge, and scientific obsession orchestrated by the enigmatic Dr. Stefan Lynn.

2. Plot Summary

The episode begins with Matthew Slade enjoying an unusually quiet weekend, seeking solitude in the mountains away from his demanding job (02:20). His peace is shattered when he encounters a stranded woman, Erica Lynn, whose car has unexpectedly broken down on Highway 1 (03:33). Despite initial tensions—Erica accuses Slade of being "stupid" for running out of gas (03:54)—he agrees to assist her by driving her to the next town.

As they converse, Slade becomes suspicious of Erica's motives, especially upon recalling a past case where his investigation led to the wrongful execution of her husband, Kyle Lynn, two years prior (04:33). This revelation heightens the tension when a gun-wielding Erica forces Slade into a helicopter controlled by her hulking henchman, Franz, heading towards Lake Tahoe (04:33; 06:34).

Upon arrival, they find themselves at a castle-like manor where Dr. Stefan Lynn confronts Slade. Dr. Lynn accuses Slade of planting evidence against his son Kyle, asserting, "You planted the evidence against Kyle. You are the one who committed the murder, Mr. Slade" (08:43). Despite Slade's protests about Kyle's guilt, Dr. Lynn remains steadfast, revealing his intent to conduct a scientific experiment on Slade and Erica to study the effects of impending death on the human brain (12:25; 28:48).

As the situation escalates, Dr. Lynn employs advanced technology—a powerful laser weapon—to assert control over the premises (25:07). Slade's attempts to escape are thwarted, leading to intense confrontations and strategic maneuvers. Just as Dr. Lynn prepares to execute his experiment, Slade manages to call for reinforcements. Police officers Sergeant Donnelly and Jonesy arrive just in time, resulting in Dr. Lynn's demise and the rescue of Slade and Erica (29:57).

The episode concludes with Slade reflecting on the night's harrowing events, contrasting his initial desire for a peaceful weekend with the nightmare that ensued. He muses, "I'm not a Superstitious Man. But for the first time, I realized that this very Black Friday was also the 13th day of the month" (30:42).

3. Key Characters

• Matthew Slade: A pragmatic and resourceful private investigator seeking respite from his demanding career.
• Erica Lynn: A determined woman whose motivations intertwine with past injustices involving her late husband.
• Dr. Stefan Lynn: The antagonist, a scientist obsessed with avenging his son's wrongful execution through unethical experiments.
• Franz: Dr. Lynn's imposing henchman, tasked with enforcing his master's sinister plans.
• Sergeant Donnelly & Jonesy: Police officers who play pivotal roles in resolving the conflict and saving Slade and Erica.

4. Notable Quotes

• Matthew Slade (07:29): "Well, that answers that. Now, how about the why?"
• Dr. Stefan Lynn (08:43): "You planted the evidence against Kyle. You are the one who committed the murder, Mr. Slade."
• Dr. Stefan Lynn (12:25): "I intend to serve no purpose."
• Erica Lynn (16:46): "A Vincent. Kyle's death is not the reason you wanted, Mr. Slade."
• Matthew Slade (25:31): "What is it?"
• Dr. Stefan Lynn (25:35): "A commanding weapon. Now step this way."

5. Insights and Analysis

Adam Graham provides a comprehensive analysis post-episode, highlighting the shift in tone and style compared to previous episodes. He notes the pulpy feel of "The Incredible Dr. Lintz," drawing parallels to James Bond with the introduction of high-tech weaponry like the laser. This marks a departure from the more noir-inspired narratives previously featured, offering a refreshing variation that keeps the series dynamic.

Graham also addresses the technical aspects of the episode, pointing out inconsistencies in audio quality, particularly within scenes set inside the castle. He remarks, "the way that the program decayed whatever effects they used for the castle sound fared considerably worse than the rest of the recording" (25:30), suggesting production challenges that may have impacted the listening experience.

Furthermore, Graham delves into the contextual placement of the episode within the broader series, discussing its resyndication and the complexities involved in accurately dating and ordering episodes. Despite these hurdles, he maintains admiration for the episode's storytelling and character development, emphasizing its significance in the podcast's fifteenth season.

6. Conclusion

"The Incredible Dr. Lintz" stands out as a compelling addition to The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio series, successfully merging traditional detective elements with modern thriller components. The episode's intricate plot, coupled with strong character arcs and suspenseful pacing, offers listeners a memorable auditory experience. Adam Graham's insightful commentary enriches the episode, providing valuable context and critique that enhances appreciation for the storytelling craftsmanship inherent in old-time radio dramas.

Listeners new to the series will find Matthew Slade: The Incredible Dr. Lintz both accessible and engaging, making it an excellent entry point into the world of classic radio detective fiction. Long-time fans will appreciate the fresh narrative twists and the continued evolution of the podcast's diverse detective roster.

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Notable Transcripts with Timestamps:

• 02:20: Introduction to Matthew Slade's attempt at solitude.
• 08:43: Dr. Stefan Lynn accuses Slade of murdering Kyle Lynn.
• 12:25: Dr. Lynn reveals his plan for a scientific experiment on Slade and Erica.
• 25:07: Introduction of the laser weapon by Dr. Lynn.
• 30:42: Slade's reflective thoughts on the night's events.

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This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the episode's content, key moments, and thematic elements, ensuring that listeners gain a thorough understanding without having heard the episode firsthand.

Transcript

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Welcome to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio from Orlando, Florida. This is your host, Adam Graham. In a moment, we're going to bring you this week's episode of Matthew Slate. Before we get started, I do want to encourage you, if you enjoy the podcast, to follow us using your favorite podcast software. And I want to encourage you to check out our other podcast and I'm focusing on the Amazing World [e-mail] this is a series where we go outside the detective genre with a wide variety of different miniseries, specials and holiday shows. Last summer we did the Batman Villains of Old Time Radio and in the spring of last year we did a mini series focusing on great women in history and the way they were profiled on Old Time Radio programs. If you want something unique and always surprising, be sure to check out the Amazing world of radio, amazing.greatdetectives. or wherever you get your podcast from. Now for an episode of Matthew Slade that likely aired August 30th of 1964. I'll explain after the episode. Here is the incredible Dr. Lens.

[Matthew Slade]

We invite you to take your seat as Matthew Slade unfolds the incredible Dr. Lynch. In my job, the hours are odd, some of the circumstances and the people I meet. You can even call some of them dangerous. My calling card reads Matthew Slade, Private Investig. Friday night, and for the first time in months, an entire weekend to myself. I was driving north on Highway 1, headed for the quiet solitude of the mountains, away from people, traffic, telephones. The road ahead was black and empty. The headlights of the Continental cut a tunnel of light through the darkness. As I rounded a bend, they picked up the outline of a car pulled to the shoulder of the road. A woman stepped in the shadows and waved for me to stop.

[Erica Lynn]

Can you help me, please?

[Matthew Slade]

What's the trouble?

[Erica Lynn]

My car refuses to go. I don't know what's wrong. It just stopped.

[Matthew Slade]

You mean the engine just died out on you? Yeah, yeah. Sounds like you're out of gas yeah, that's your problem.

[Erica Lynn]

Oh, you must think me stupid to allow myself to run so out of gas.

[Matthew Slade]

It can happen to anyone. Well, there's not much we can do here. I'll drive you down to the next town.

[Erica Lynn]

Thank you.

[Matthew Slade]

Your accent sounds German. You been in the States long, lady? Where are you headed?

[Erica Lynn]

No place in particular.

[Matthew Slade]

By the way, my name's Matt Slade.

[Erica Lynn]

Erica Lynn.

[Matthew Slade]

I seem to remember that name.

[Erica Lynn]

You should.

[Matthew Slade]

We met before.

[Erica Lynn]

No, Mr. Slade, we've never met.

[Matthew Slade]

It's funny, it's where I. Oh yes, now I remember. It was Kyle Lynn. And you're his widow. I turned to look at her. I found myself staring down the muzzle of a German Luger. I make it a habit never to argue with a lady. Particularly one holding a gun. He kept the Luger leveled in my direction. A few minutes later ordered me to turn right onto a dirt road. Found of a helicopter 25 yards further on. The road emptied into an open field. A small helicopter sat there waiting. A burly, ugly looking pug sat at the controls. Erica addressed him as Franz. Seconds later, we were in the air. I tried to sort things out in my mind. I knew that Erica's husband, Kyle lynch, had been executed in San Quentin's gas chamber two years ago. My investigation into a murder case at the time had a lot to do with putting them there. I was puzzled. If she wanted revenge, why all this intricate by play? She could easily have ended it at the roadside. I could only guess that someone else was pulling the strings. We were in the air for over an hour. When the terrain bullet began to look familiar. We were over Lake Tahoe. A few minutes later. We settled down into a small clearing. A car was waiting there for us. We drove to a castle like home, set well in amongst the trees. We entered the house. Erica pointing the way with her Luger. Then we stopped outside a large door. When do I meet the Lord at the manor?

[Erica Lynn]

You're clear enough to be in. Patience will not serve your cause. You will wait. He will greet you soon enough.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

I can leave you now.

[Erica Lynn]

You will wait here, Mr. Slade.

[Matthew Slade]

I glanced about the room. The only light came from a fireplace. A fireplace large enough for a man to walk into. The vast marble floor held only two throne like chairs and a table. It was like something out of King Arthur. The silence was suddenly broken by someone at the door. I couldn't see who it was at first. Then he came closer. The light from the flames cast weird shadows across his face.

[Franz]

Welcome, mister. Please.

[Matthew Slade]

It is Dr. Lynn's, isn't it. Ah, then you have not forgotten we met only once. But then you're not the kind of person one easily forgets.

[Franz]

A compliment. Please sit down, Mr. Slave. Make yourself comfortable. Let me I borrow you some cognac.

[Matthew Slade]

Fine. Here you are.

[Franz]

Very relaxing.

[Matthew Slade]

It might also help me to relax if I knew whether I was your guest or your prisoner.

[Franz]

Consider yourself a captive visitor, Mr. Slade.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, that answers the watch. Now, how about the why?

[Franz]

I have been planning this meeting for some time. To be exact, ever since my son's execution. I am a man who believes in a scientific approach to everything. All life must have a purpose. And so must all death. Since he was innocent, my son's death has no purpose. That brings the scales to an imbalance. If you follow him to Slave. As a man of science, it is my duty to restore that balance.

[Matthew Slade]

What makes you think your son was innocent?

[Franz]

He denied his guilt. I believe him.

[Matthew Slade]

Evidence proved otherwise. The evidence?

[Franz]

The evidence you supplied the police.

[Matthew Slade]

It wasn't just the evidence I supplied. The police had their own.

[Franz]

But yours was the most damaging to my son. The doubt is the police had a circumstantial case. The best.

[Matthew Slade]

That's your opinion?

[Franz]

Ideal, in fact, Mr. Slade, not opinion.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, you're dead wrong about this.

[Franz]

Ah, no, Mr. Slave. You are the one who is dead.

[Matthew Slade]

Or am I?

[Franz]

You planted the evidence against Kyle. You are the one who committed the murder, Mr. Slade. It is the only logical answer.

[Matthew Slade]

Your logic is somewhat lacking, doctor. Assuming I did commit the Clyde, why would I pick your son to frame? I didn't even know him.

[Franz]

To me, your reason for framing my son, it has changed. Now my son is dead.

[Matthew Slade]

You have to be out of your mind.

[Franz]

You're very amusing, Mr. Slade. Does it give you comfort to think of me as a. As a madman?

[Matthew Slade]

Some sort of a doctor?

[Franz]

Are you inclined for her?

[Matthew Slade]

No comfort, I can assure you. You've deluded yourself into thinking your son was innocent instead of accepting the fact. The fact, doctor, that your son was a murderer.

[Franz]

Enough. That will be enough, Mr. Slade. The world will not buy you your freedom. Nor will they save your life.

[Matthew Slade]

My life? You plan. You plan to kill me.

[Franz]

Nothing quite that deliberate. What is it, Mr. Slade? You. You look strange.

[Matthew Slade]

Cognac. You.

[Franz]

I took the liberty of curtailing any physical action on your part. To leave by placing a drug into cognac.

[Matthew Slade]

I can't move.

[Franz]

You will find that rather difficult.

[Matthew Slade]

What are you going to do?

[Franz]

I have plans for you, Mr. Slade. Beautiful, beautiful scientific plan. Hello, Jonesy.

[Matthew Slade]

Citinelli. Do you have any idea where Matt is.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

By now he should be comfortably settled in a mountain cabin with all the comforts of a weekend frontiers man.

[Matthew Slade]

It looks like something's happened to Matt.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

No. What is it?

[Matthew Slade]

It's nothing to get alarmed about just yet. But I've received a report from traffic division. They found Matt's car abandoned near Muir Beach.

[Erica Lynn]

Muir Beach?

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

But he was going to Clear Lake.

[Matthew Slade]

I'm going down to take a look at the car.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Oh, I'd like to go to. Could I, sergeant?

[Matthew Slade]

Of course. I'll pick you up in 15 minutes. When I opened my eyes, I found myself lying on the floor of a small room. It was bare of any furniture or windows. One wall had a faint outline of where a door might be. My head was still foggy. My body felt weak from the drug.

[Franz]

Am I refusing, Mr. Slade?

[Matthew Slade]

Lyn?

[Franz]

Yes. The rest of the door should have gone off by now. Where are you? Not far from you, Mr. Slay. The ruin of England. Fire for sound and prop television. The small glass above the door is the camera lens. I can see and hear you quite clearly.

[Matthew Slade]

What do you intend doing?

[Franz]

I should be delight to tell you about Mr. Slade without your knowledge. But I intend to serve no purpose.

[Matthew Slade]

If you intend killing me, why don't you get it over with?

[Franz]

Have no fear. Who will die in good time? Now, I was about to explain my plans for you. First, I want you to know, Mrs. Slave, that you are about to make an important contribution to sight. My studies of late have taken me into an area never before pursued by any of my colleagues. What I am taking is what effect the knowledge of impending death that have on the human brain. That is to say, how many times can a person be more to the point of death with his poor knowledge. And still made a better balance? Any helping question, Adult Swapley.

[Matthew Slade]

You are insane. You're using the name of science as an excuse for your own lunacy.

[Franz]

Make your admonition, Mr. Fake. If it makes you happy, sir. You have little else left in this world. The perfect service will commence soon. True the lessons. So I betray you.

[Matthew Slade]

I had no way of knowing just how much time had passed. The second seemed like minutes. And the minutes like ours. The first experiment started. The room began to fill with water. In no time. The water level was waist high. Then up to my shoulders. I took a last gasp of air. The water reached ceiling level. I knew the end was near.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Did you find anything, Sergeant?

[Matthew Slade]

Nothing. Not a single clue.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Oh, I just don't understand it. His pleas, his luggage, everything left here in the car.

[Matthew Slade]

I can't figure it. If he was hijacked, they'd have taken the car. Hey, wait a minute. What's this? When did he have this tape recorder installed?

[Erica Lynn]

A few days ago.

[Matthew Slade]

There's something on it he may have recorded something should hear. I'll back it up a little.

[Franz]

There.

[Matthew Slade]

Now let's see what we got. For the same reason. Regards. Send one carbon to Andrew's attorney, sweetheart. And keep two filed copies in case he wants one for his reference. Where are we going, Mrs. Lynn?

[Erica Lynn]

I have a helicopter bag. I'm taking you to our home. You are about to pay for what you did to my house. All right, Dr. Clark.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, that tells us plenty. A helicopter and a woman named Lynn. Does the name mean anything to you, Jonesy?

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Gee, it sounds familiar. That voice, you know. A woman with a German accent telephoned the office shortly after Matt left. She said it was important she see him. I told her Matt was driving to Clear Lake.

[Matthew Slade]

As I remember, Matt was involved in a case a few years back. The evidence he dug up had a lot to do with convicting a man by the name of Lynn.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Of course, I remember now. It was Kyle Lynn.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, then this must be his wife.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

What are we gonna do, Sergeant?

[Matthew Slade]

Put a tracer on Mrs. Lynn, see what we come up with. It's obviously tied in with her husband's case. And I have a feeling we'll be working against.

[Erica Lynn]

How is he, Helen?

[Franz]

Best and comfortably.

[Erica Lynn]

It was very close.

[Franz]

The closer Mr. Slade comes to the brink of death, my dear, the more effective the result.

[Erica Lynn]

What we doing, Helen?

[Franz]

It's for Kyle. You must remember that. For Kyle, my dear, and for science.

[Erica Lynn]

But is it right to take the law into your own hands?

[Franz]

The law killed my son.

[Erica Lynn]

You have said you have proof of Mr. Slade's guilt. If we give it to the police.

[Franz]

I have heard enough, Erector. We'll not discuss this matter any further.

[Erica Lynn]

Then show me the proof. Perhaps then I can justify what you are doing.

[Franz]

You doubt my word?

[Erica Lynn]

I never have. In the past, I've done everything you've asked of me.

[Franz]

Do not question me now. But I must, Erica. Does it really matter now who is the guilty one?

[Erica Lynn]

What do you mean?

[Franz]

You insist on knowing the truth. Very well. Kyle was guilty.

[Adam Graham]

No.

[Franz]

The proof was from Kyle's own lips.

[Erica Lynn]

Then how can you blame Mr. Slade?

[Franz]

Whether Kyle was innocent or guilty makes no difference. Mr. Slade was the one responsible for his execution. That makes the conditions perfect for his being a subject for my experiment.

[Erica Lynn]

A Vincent. Kyle's death is not the reason you wanted, Mr. Slade. You are only looking for an excuse. A justification to subject someone to your hideous experiments. Surely you feel guilt for what you are doing to him.

[Franz]

None whatsoever.

[Erica Lynn]

Stop now before it's too late.

[Franz]

I won't allow you to interfere in my work. I won't allow it.

[Erica Lynn]

Mr. Slade. Mr. Slade.

[Matthew Slade]

I've no rice. I feel groggy. How did I get out of that room?

[Erica Lynn]

You halted the experiment. He had no intention of letting you drown.

[Matthew Slade]

He cut it rather close.

[Erica Lynn]

Oh, he must be very weak. Here, I made you some soup. It will help you regain your strength.

[Matthew Slade]

Why are you doing this?

[Erica Lynn]

Because I must.

[Matthew Slade]

Your father in law wouldn't approve.

[Erica Lynn]

He doesn't know.

[Matthew Slade]

I thought he had eyes and ears in all the walls.

[Erica Lynn]

Oh, he does, but. But now he's busy preparing your next encounter with death.

[Matthew Slade]

That's teary news. I think I'd rather have him eavesdropping.

[Erica Lynn]

Finish the soup. You need your strength if you're going to escape.

[Matthew Slade]

Escape?

[Erica Lynn]

I'm going to help you, Mr. Slade.

[Matthew Slade]

Why this change of heart?

[Erica Lynn]

I've been wrong. I thought revenge for Kyle's death was what I wanted more than anything. Until Stefan told me that Kyle was guilty.

[Matthew Slade]

He admitted that?

[Erica Lynn]

Yeah. He's lost all Contact with reality, Mr. Slade. He's obsessed with his experiment.

[Matthew Slade]

I'd say he's gone completely out of his mind.

[Erica Lynn]

You needed a reason to subject you to his experiment. To satisfy his conscience by believing he was avenging Kyle.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, that doesn't make him any the less dangerous. You have a plan for getting out of here?

[Erica Lynn]

He has all the exits monitored except for a tunnel under the house. That's our only hope.

[Matthew Slade]

How do we get to it?

[Erica Lynn]

There's an entrance from the cellar. The tunnel leads out above the river on the opposite side of the hill. The road to town is not far from there. I'll show you the way. Are you strong enough to go now?

[Matthew Slade]

Now you just lead Fraulein. I'll be right behind you. How much further?

[Erica Lynn]

Not long. Determine turn sharpie to the right. Right over here.

[Franz]

You can see the exit from there.

[Erica Lynn]

Another few can be right.

[Franz]

Davis. The iron gate is sealed off.

[Erica Lynn]

I did not know the weather gate.

[Matthew Slade]

Maybe I can move it. Won't bother now. Where do we go from here?

[Erica Lynn]

There's no place to go, Mrs. Ladies. It ex the way we came.

[Matthew Slade]

Well, we'll go back. Maybe we can find another way out.

[Franz]

Come on.

[Matthew Slade]

There's still a chance that good doctor hasn't discovered our axes.

[Franz]

I want to come on that. Mr. Slave. I am here, Mr. Slave. Right here. On the other side of the gate. It was foolish of you to try to escape. Has he harmed you, my dear?

[Erica Lynn]

No.

[Franz]

This was my army. You aiding him. I did not dream that you would be destroyed. To me.

[Matthew Slade]

To Kyle. I am not.

[Erica Lynn]

I am not joy to you or to k. You cannot continue this madness.

[Franz]

Magic. So Mr. Slade has been used by a mag.

[Erica Lynn]

I beg of you something. Forget anything.

[Franz]

There's more to this than merely. I told you that.

[Matthew Slade]

You mean your experiments?

[Franz]

Yes, my experiments.

[Matthew Slade]

They're a figment of your twisted imagination. They have no scientific basis. Lens.

[Franz]

What do you know? What do you know about science? Enough to know that what you call.

[Matthew Slade]

Science is nothing more than a mask. A master by the twisted mind.

[Erica Lynn]

Let us help you, Father.

[Franz]

Help me, dad? Yes, of course. You both can help me. You will remain here where you are for now. If I must prepare, I got to turn to events. Then you'll give me all the help I need.

[Matthew Slade]

This is Sergeant Donnelly, San Francisco Police. I'd like to speak with Sheriff Rogers. Yeah, I'll hang on. They're calling into the phone.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

I hope our time isn't running out.

[Matthew Slade]

Hello, Sheriff Rogers, this is Sergeant Sid Donelli, San Francisco Police. I'm calling on an urgent matter. Sheriff, every minute we delay could cost the man his life. Now here's what I'd like you to do. An erica Lens and Dr. Stefan Lens have a home on the north shore of the lake. They're holding a man by the name of Matthew Slade and we think they mean to kill him. I'm on my way there by plane. I should be there in an hour. I'll meet you at the Linds home. Yeah, and hurry, Sheriff. He's on his way. Jonesy. And I'd better be on mine.

[Dr. Stefan Lynn]

Let me come with you.

[Matthew Slade]

I'd rather you stayed here. Please. Okay, there's no time to argue about it. Let's go. Erica and I were still locked in our tunnel cell. I was examining the island gate which blocked our entrance back to the house, when an idea came to me.

[Erica Lynn]

What are you doing, Mr. Snake?

[Matthew Slade]

I can jam these rocks through this opening at the top of the gate. It's working.

[Erica Lynn]

Do not understand. What's your lesson?

[Matthew Slade]

It's not an immediate solution to our problem, but it may buy us some time. We can't get out. But if the gate won't open, then the good doctor can't get in there. That should keep him away for a while.

[Erica Lynn]

Oh, but good is time with me.

[Matthew Slade]

And I'm hoping by now that people are aware of what's happening?

[Erica Lynn]

How could anyone know?

[Matthew Slade]

I have a tape recorder in my car. I turned it on while we were driving to the helicopter. The police have found a car and played their recording. It should leave them right here.

[Erica Lynn]

Sister. He's coming.

[Matthew Slade]

Someone's leaving.

[Franz]

Power to keep you in. I know you are both anxious to make your contribution. Open the gate.

[Matthew Slade]

You can tell your boy to stop trying Lens. The gate won't open.

[Franz]

Her drawn from stand it. I.

[Matthew Slade]

I told you I took care of it.

[Franz]

Clever of you, Mr. Slade. Go to the laboratory. Bring the lady.

[Matthew Slade]

Quickly.

[Franz]

I admire your ingenuity, Mr. Slade. But it will always serve to delay the inevitable.

[Matthew Slade]

Maybe.

[Franz]

I dare say that. That you are the most optimistic person I have ever met. Accept your fate, Mrs. Slay. It will make it so much easier for us all.

[Matthew Slade]

Father.

[Franz]

I never intended to harm you, my dear. But you leave me no jo le, Mr. Slay.

[Matthew Slade]

I forced her to help me.

[Franz]

I am a cur. Bene Further.

[Erica Lynn]

It is no use, misses Me. You cannot be in the madness. We are going to die.

[Franz]

Die?

[Matthew Slade]

Don't worry.

[Franz]

Yes, die.

[Matthew Slade]

Lynn seemed to be in another dimension. His eyes looked right through us and talked. They grew large and maniacal. Look became more intense. Then Franz returned carrying a peculiar looking instrument that resembled a rifle, but was much bulkier. Lenz took the instrument and pointed it at the gate.

[Franz]

Stand back. Anything in the path of the laser will be instantly destroyed.

[Matthew Slade]

I pulled Erica to one side of the tunnel. Flynn steadied the instruments.

[Franz]

A series of light beams shot up on us. The iron bars were severed as neatly.

[Matthew Slade]

As if they were made of potty. Incredible. What is it?

[Franz]

A lead hazard. Scientifically. Life amplification by stimulated emission of radiation. A commanding weapon. Now step this way. And please do not be foolish enough to try anything. You've seen what the laser can do to metal. Imagine the impact on human flesh.

[Matthew Slade]

I had no inclination to tangle with Lynn. As long as he held the laser emotion us through the tunnel, into the house and finally into his laboratory on the second floor. He instructed his mute servant Franz to strap Erica and me to two large tables set in the middle of the room. He started with Erica. My mind was clouded with uncertainty. If I made my move now, what chance would I have against that laser? If I waited, how could I be sure I'd have another opportunity? I had little time to ponder. I made my decision. Franz approached me. I grabbed his arm, twisting it behind his back, pulling in between. Please send me.

[Franz]

Foolish move, Mr. Slade. Let him go.

[Matthew Slade]

Not a chance. Do you intend using that? You'll have to kill Franz too.

[Franz]

You think I wouldn't? I'll give you just three seconds to release him. If you do not need, I tell you the consequences. Three seconds.

[Matthew Slade]

Once it was obvious he wouldn't hesitate to destroy Franz to get to me with it. Reached the count of three. I him and dove to my right. I could see the flash of the laser. My head struck the table and I fell into a whirlpool of darkness. I regained consciousness. I found myself strapped to the table. A pungent odor filled the room. Rolled my head to the left and saw Franz lying on the floor. His body still smoldering from the laser blast.

[Franz]

Not a pretty sight. Mr. Slade. You are as much to blame as I. Be thankful it wasn't you or Erica.

[Matthew Slade]

Where is Erica?

[Franz]

The table behind you.

[Matthew Slade]

What have you done to her?

[Franz]

A simple injection. She is unconscious. And now, Mr. Slade. This hypodermic is for you. Will do no good. Those traps can hold a man with 10 times your trait. Only a fool continues to resist when resistance is futile. There. Ah, it is done.

[Matthew Slade]

What was in that? Flint?

[Franz]

You have a curious mind, Mr. Slade. However, I shall be happy to tell you. I have injected both you and Erica with a substance which will set into operation within your bodies. A dehydration process. Death will come slowly and painfully. You will have endless time to contemplate it.

[Matthew Slade]

Yes.

[Erica Lynn]

Yes.

[Franz]

I think I shall make this your last experiment.

[Matthew Slade]

The injection began to take effect. A numbness script my bones. My head was twirling. Lynn started removing the straps that bound me to the table. As he removed the final strap, I summoned every ounce of strength left in me and swung my right hand. With free speech, I made my way to the door, down the stairs, out into the front drive of the house. I stumbled and fell, my head ringing with a thousand bells. And then I saw the car and the two officers running toward me. Matt. Yes. What's happened to you? Drugged the house. Are they in there?

[Franz]

Yes. Wait. The girl.

[Matthew Slade]

Okay. Dr. Lynn. Mad careful. Deadly weapon. Well, someone's in the doorway. Lynn is here.

[Franz]

A cover him. Welcome Dessaliner Laser.

[Erica Lynn]

What's off?

[Matthew Slade]

One of the officers was hit by the laser. But his bullet had found its mark. Dr. Lyns was dead. Jonesy and Cinelli drove Erica and me to a nearby hospital where we were given an antidote for the drug. On our flight back to San Francisco, I thought about the night's ordeal. What I had anticipated to be a quiet weekend of solitude. It turned into an incredible nightmare. I'm not a Superstitious Man. But for the first time, I realized that this very Black Friday was also the 13th day of the month.

[Adam Graham]

Welcome back. As slade alluded to, Dr. Lenz is one of those characters who chose to do any crazy thing he wanted and just write it off. As for science, this episode had a different feel to it. While the last episode felt like a bit of a Chandler homage, this had a very pulpy feel to it, with perhaps a nod to James Bond. After all, we had a villain wielding a laser. I think this might be the first laser wielding villain we've had on the Great Detectives podcast. I don't even think that episode of X Minus One we played about 3,500 episodes ago had a villain using a sure enough laser. Now this is an episode I'd love to have a sound upgrade for. If all the episodes sounded like the scene in the castle you'd say went wrong with the audio from the start, or that there was just a whole big problem with the recording and it had been especially warped. But the scenes outside the castle sound fine, Danelli and Jonesy sound crisp. It just seems that the way that the program decayed whatever effects they used for the castle sound fared considerably worse than the rest of the recording. And I had that with an episode. There was an early episode where they decided to try to record the audio on location, and when we played it back in 2007, it sounded terrible. Now, playing that episode, it sounds fine because there was an upgraded recording found. Now, in terms of dating this episode, based on the information I have, I can account for the titles of nine of the 11 broadcast over the Pacifica Network. However, for some reason the source of the episode names, which is the KPFK Folio, which was put out by the radio station, decided for the weeks of August 27th and September 13th to go all vague and mysterious. Instead of giving us a title, it gave vague clues as to what happened in the episode. The summation for August 27 was Matthew Slade, Sleuth Sleeps Not. Given the action in this episode and the fact that the next week's was a very generic clue, it seems like this fits with this episode. Now, the only thing that gave me pause is that I thought about the punchline of Slade's misadventure happening on Friday the 13th and thought it might have been aired on September 13th. However, September 13th was a Sunday. It's also somewhat unlikely that this would have been a concern, as these were made to be resyndicated and no one was going to make sure the episode was played on the 13th. In fact, for both resyndication runs of the series, the episodes were run in different orders from what was aired over the Pacifica network, which might suggest that you could start listening to the series anywhere, and that my efforts to put these episodes in order might not be particularly relevant. Nevertheless, it's what I do here, so I persist. Well, now it's time to thank our Patreon supporter of the day, and I want to go ahead and thank David. David's been one of our patreon supporters since August 2017, currently supporting the podcast at the shamus level of $4 or more per month. Thank you so much for your support, David. 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. Those are all great ways to help YouTube channels to grow. We'll be back next Tuesday with another episode of Matthew Slade. But jo us back here tomorrow for Broadway's My Beat, where?

[Jonesy]

Oh, well, it's the hard, hard detective, huh? Where else would you find this elevator boy, huh? I'll answer that. In the sub basement.

[Matthew Slade]

Fixing this stinking elevator last night, Eddie.

[Sergeant Donnelly]

Did you have to fix the elevator before you called the police?

[Jonesy]

That's a very interesting question because I can't figure out what it means. Very mystical.

[Sergeant Donnelly]

I'll explain it to you, elevator boy.

[Jonesy]

Now go back, you come under here with me. You might get your throat caught in a steel cable or something. Under here is for experts.

[Sergeant Donnelly]

From here, then the call you made to the police, Eddie, how come it was almost an hour late? That's a long time. An hour.

[Jonesy]

Hey, you're good. You boys are real good to find out a thing like that.

[Sergeant Donnelly]

We got experts, too, Eddie. So maybe you better put your elevator away someplace and come out here and talk to me expert to expert.

[Jonesy]

Yeah, yeah, I'll do that. One more tap in its tummy. Hey, who's that?

[Franz]

Eddie, get out.

[Erica Lynn]

Get out. I can't.

[Matthew Slade]

My foot is caught.

[Franz]

Help.

[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 radiodetactives and check us out on Instagram. Instagram.com Great detectives from Orlando, Florida, this is your host, Adam Graham, signing off.