Surprise, Surprise: Let George Do It (February 4, 1952)

“Surprise, Surprise” is an episode of Let George Do It, the old-time radio show, first broadcast February 4, 1952. Listen free on Stupid Potato.

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What happens

George Valentine is summoned by Lenore to visit her mysterious Uncle Glenn at his country estate, who has promised her a surprise. Upon arrival, they discover that Uncle Glenn has just suffered a terrible car accident and is dying. As he drifts in and out of consciousness, he summons George and asks for help with a final, urgent matter.

Uncle Glenn Justor's large country house, a few hours from the city

Characters: George Valentine, Lenore, Miss Brooks, Uncle Glenn Justor, Dr. Hammer, Miss Metzen, Uncle Jason

Listen for: The shocking discovery of Uncle Glenn's accident and his dying request for George's assistance

Written from the episode itself; it never gives away the ending. Every recording is remastered for the stream: cleaned of rumble, hiss and mains hum (and the old TV whine where we found it), then levelled in two passes to steady broadcast loudness, so one show is never quieter than the next.