Crime Classics - The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk Jr | True Crime

Step into the shadows of history with this gripping episode of Crime Classics from June 29, 1953!

Thomas Hyland unravels the twisted circumstances behind The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk - a case that shocked society and defied easy explanation. Crime Classics was one of radio's most sophisticated true crime programs, hosted by the incomparable Lou Merrill as the scholarly and mild-mannered Thomas Hyland, "connoisseur of crime, student of violence, and teller of murders."

This episode has been digitally preserved for your listening pleasure. Features the brilliant musical score of legendary composer Bernard Herrmann (Citizen Kane, Psycho, Taxi Driver), under the masterful direction of producer Elliott Lewis. Perfect for fans of true crime, historical mysteries, old time radio, and classic American broadcasting.

Originally broadcast on CBS Radio during the golden age of radio drama.