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Nick Carter, Master Detective is a radio crime drama that revolves around the tales of the fictional private detective, Nick Carter. The show features Lon Clark as Nick Carter, the master detective who tirelessly works to solve crimes while navigating through various clues littered across the scenes. Carter's assistant, Patsy Bowen, is played by Helen Choate and later Charlotte Manson, adding wit and intelligence to the crime-solving duo. The show is characterized by its dramatic narrative, organ-led background music, and sound effects that keep the energy high and the story moving along. The radio program provides a thrilling experience for listeners as they attempt to solve the cases alongside Nick Carter and Patsy Bowen.

The show aired from April 11, 1943 to September 25, 1955, spanning well over a decade. Nick Carter, Master Detective was first broadcasted on Mutual Broadcasting System and changed networks multiple times during its run. In total, 124 episodes aired, all of which can still be listened to today. Additionally, there was a spinoff called Chick Carter, Boy Detective, which aired from July 1943 to July 1945 and targeted a younger audience. Nick Carter's popularity extended beyond radio, as the character was featured in movies, television shows, and books. The radio series itself was sponsored by various advertisers and companies, including Acme Paints, Lin-X, Cudahy Packing, Old Dutch Cleanser, and Libby Packing. The production team included talented writers such as Walter B. Gibson, Milton J. Kramer, David Kogan, and Alfred Bester, along with producers and directors Jock MacGregor and Ferrin Fraser, who helped to bring the intriguing world of Nick Carter to life for radio listeners.

Sources: archive.org, wikipedia.org, otrcat.com