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The Whistler: Classic Radio Drama

Episode 21: Urge to Kill

Posted October 7, 2026 · 30 min

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Henry Drake, a successful businessman, grapples with memory lapses and a troubling urge to harm others. After seeking help from a psychiatrist, he becomes increasingly paranoid and confronts his business partner, Phil, suspecting an affair with his wife, Rita. A tense confrontation ensues, resulting in Henry's failed attempt to murder Phil. Ultimately, Henry's carefully planned scheme to feign insanity in order to escape punishment for premeditated murder unravels when the psychiatrist reveals that Henry is actually sane. The episode ends with the revelation that Henry's elaborate plan has backfired, leading to his inevitable downfall and legal repercussions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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