Back Seat Driver

Back Seat Driver aired on the iconic radio series, Suspense, on March 17 1949. It was written by Sally Thorson for Jim and Marian Jordan who were the main stars of the ever popular radio series Fibber McGee and Molly which aired from 1935 to 1959. This play not only showcased the Jordan’s versatility but it also brought even more notoriety to the Suspense series. The Suspense radio series, often referred to as “Radio’s Outstanding Theater of Thrills,” ran for over 20 years. It debuted on June 17, 1942 and continued until its final episode on September 30, 1962. Over the course of its run, it aired more than 900 episodes, becoming one of the longest-running radio dramas during the Golden Age of Radio.The series was famous for its intense plots, unexpected twists, and notable guest stars, making it a key part of American radio history.This Repertoire Radio Theatre production features the vocal talents of: Janie Ballurio as Ellie and Miranda, Mitchell Frank as Matrick, Nathan Eichhorn as Mike and Michael Troop as Joe. This audio file was recorded, mixed and mastered by Michael Troop.Music and sound effects were obtained through a special license from pond5.com and may not be copied or reproduced for any reason.This performance is presented as a historical recreation of a classic radio broadcast. All rights to the original script and characters remain with their respective copyright holders. This production is non-commercial and for educational and entertainment purposes only. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit repertoireradiotheatre.substack.com