X Minus One - "Early Model" (Old Time Radio, 1957)

X Minus One, “Early Model” (episode 102), originally broadcast on July 11, 1957. This NBC Radio Network science-fiction drama adapts Robert Sheckley’s short story, with radio adaptation by Ernest Kinoy and direction by Daniel Sutter.On humanity’s first scouting mission to an alien planet, Bentley relies on an experimental, bulky protective device designed to make first contact safe. Its remarkable protection comes with unexpected practical complications in this wry tale of technology and exploration. The cast includes Bob Hastings, Joseph Bell, and Alistair Duncan.Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:43 Original Broadcast22:49 ClosingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/x-minus-one-old-time-radio--7222646/support.Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio