Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator

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"Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator" was a popular detective drama that aired on NBC Radio from October 3, 1951, to June 30, 1955.Here are some key facts about the show: • Protagonist: Barrie Craig was a private detective who worked alone from his Madison Avenue office in New York City. Unlike some of the more hard-boiled detectives of the era, Craig was known for his laid-back personality. • Starring: William Gargan, who also played a similar role in "Martin Kane, Private Eye," lent his voice to Barrie Craig. • Supporting Cast: Ralph Bell played his associate, Lt. Travis Rogers, and Parker Fennelly was the elevator operator, Jake. Don Pardo was the announcer. • Format: Each episode was typically 30 minutes long and featured Barrie Craig solving mysteries. • Production: The series was produced in New York from 1951 to 1954, then moved to Hollywood for its final year. • TV Pilot: An unsuccessful television pilot based on the series, titled "Death