The Big Story
The Thirteenth Key
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The Big Story brings newspaper reporting to radio drama, turning the work of journalists into tense, human stories. Inspired by real newspaper accounts, the series follows reporters as they pursue leads, uncover wrongdoing, and work to bring important stories before the public.
Each broadcast presents a self-contained dramatization centered on a reporter’s investigation. The newsroom and the search for reliable facts provide the setting, while interviews, discoveries, and difficult choices move the story forward. The result combines the urgency of a mystery with the grounded concerns of journalism and public service.
With its serious tone and focus on ordinary people caught up in consequential events, The Big Story offers a vivid portrait of reporting as both a profession and a responsibility. Its dramatic presentation makes the pursuit of a story feel immediate, while keeping attention on the people and circumstances behind the headlines.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.