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CBS Radio Mystery Theater – The Witches' Almanac (1975)

The Witches' Almanac (1975) is a classic episode of CBS Radio Mystery Theater, featuring a chilling narrative rooted in New England folklore and the supernatural. Written by Ian Martin and hosted by E.G. Marshall, this broadcast exemplifies the artistry of late-era radio storytelling. 🎙️ Program: CBS Radio Mystery Theater Episode: #0280 - The Witches' Almanac Original Air Date: May 26, 1975 Genre: Supernatural Mystery Running Time: 45:00 Host: E.G. Marshall When Dr. Henry Jerviss and his wife relocate to an isolated New England farmhouse, they discover a centuries-old almanac hidden within the walls. Unlike a standard record of seasons, this volume appears to predict local events with terrifying precision, including a series of grisly accidents. As Henry, a rational scientist, attempts to debunk the book's power, he is drawn into a localized web of occultism involving a modern-day coven. The residents of the nearby village harbor a dark secret regarding the source of their prosperity, leading to a harrowing climax where the boundary between superstition and reality dissolves, and a human sacrifice is demanded to ensure the arrival of spring. 🎭 Starring Cast • Mason Adams: Known for frequent appearances in CBS Radio Mystery Theater and veteran radio performer active during the mid-20th century. • Marian Seldes: Prolific stage actress and radio performer who appeared in more episodes of this series than any other actor. • Robert Dryden: Versatile radio actor who performed in thousands of broadcasts throughout the Golden Age and the 1970s revival. • Patricia Kilgarriff: Character actress with multiple credits in dramatic radio series and Broadway productions. 👉 Did you guess the ending? Like the video if you did! 📻 Production Notes & Historical Context • Writer Ian Martin was one of the most prolific contributors to the series, often specializing in stories involving ancient curses or regional folklore. • The episode features the signature creaking door sound effect, which producer Himan Brown brought over from his earlier series, Inner Sanctum Mysteries. • Mason Adams and Marian Seldes frequently worked together as a leading duo, providing a chemistry that made them favorites of director Himan Brown. • This episode was part of the second season of the series, which was credited with reviving interest in scripted radio drama during the mid-1970s. 💬 Character Quote "This almanac doesn't just record the weather, Henry. It dictates the very fabric of our lives, and the price for such knowledge is written in blood." 📡 Broadcasting History The 50,000-watt clear-channel stations, such as WLW in Cincinnati, were often called 'flamethrowers' because their signals could be heard across multiple states and even into other countries at night. 📻 Vintage Radio Spotlight Zenith Trans-Oceanic H500 (1951). This 'Super Trans-Oceanic' features a black stag-covered cabinet and uses five vacuum tubes to cover shortwave and standard AM bands. Its marketing slogan was 'The world is yours with a Zenith.' Hashtags #CBSRMT #OldTimeRadio #RadioMysteryTheater #Supernatural #1970sRadio #MasonAdams #MarianSeldes #HorrorAnthology #VintageAudio #AudioDrama #RadioHistory #MysteryFiction