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A dazzling fantasy of unimaginable riches, hidden power, and the illusion of the American Dream.
đ One of the most imaginative stories ever broadcast on CBS Radio's legendary Escape series.
Young John T. Unger accepts an invitation to spend the summer with his wealthy college friend Percy Washington. What begins as an ordinary visit soon becomes an extraordinary journey into a hidden world unlike any otherâa secluded mountain estate built around the greatest treasure on Earth: a diamond so vast that its very existence must remain a secret at any cost.
As John is drawn deeper into the Washington family's glittering paradise, he discovers that limitless wealth comes with unimaginable consequences. Luxury and beauty conceal fear, isolation, and a ruthless determination to protect a secret that could change the world forever.
Adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald's celebrated 1922 novella, The Diamond as Big as the Ritz blends fantasy, adventure, romance, satire, and suspense into one of the most memorable productions of the classic CBS series Escape. Fitzgerald's timeless story explores ambition, privilege, greed, and the dangerous pursuit of perfection with wit, imagination, and unforgettable style.
Originally broadcast during the Golden Age of Radio, Escape was renowned for bringing great works of literature and thrilling original stories to life through exceptional performances, dramatic music, and richly atmospheric sound effects. This adaptation remains one of the series' most entertaining literary productions.
About Chesterton Radio
Welcome to Chesterton Radioâthe little station on Commercial Street in Atchison, Kansas, where the Golden Age of Radio lives on.
Our mission is to preserve and share the finest radio dramas, mysteries, comedies, adventures, science fiction, westerns, detective stories, and literary classics ever produced. From Escape and Suspense to Lux Radio Theatre, CBS Radio Workshop, Dimension X, The Whistler, and hundreds more, you'll find thousands of classic broadcasts waiting to be rediscovered.
Subscribe for new uploads every week, and join a growing community of listeners who believe great stories never grow old.
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đť Listen live 24/7: live.chestertonradio.com
đ§ Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
If you enjoy these broadcasts, please like, subscribe, share your favorite episodes, and help us preserve the remarkable legacy of the Golden Age of Radio for future generations.
Thank you for listening, and welcome to Chesterton Radio.
A dazzling fantasy of unimaginable riches, hidden power, and the illusion of the American Dream.
đ One of the most imaginative stories ever broadcast on CBS Radio's legendary Escape series.
Young John T. Unger accepts an invitation to spend the summer with his wealthy college friend Percy Washington. What begins as an ordinary visit soon becomes an extraordinary journey into a hidden world unlike any otherâa secluded mountain estate built around the greatest treasure on Earth: a diamond so vast that its very existence must remain a secret at any cost.
As John is drawn deeper into the Washington family's glittering paradise, he discovers that limitless wealth comes with unimaginable consequences. Luxury and beauty conceal fear, isolation, and a ruthless determination to protect a secret that could change the world forever.
Adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald's celebrated 1922 novella, The Diamond as Big as the Ritz blends fantasy, adventure, romance, satire, and suspense into one of the most memorable productions of the classic CBS series Escape. Fitzgerald's timeless story explores ambition, privilege, greed, and the dangerous pursuit of perfection with wit, imagination, and unforgettable style.
Originally broadcast during the Golden Age of Radio, Escape was renowned for bringing great works of literature and thrilling original stories to life through exceptional performances, dramatic music, and richly atmospheric sound effects. This adaptation remains one of the series' most entertaining literary productions.
About Chesterton Radio
Welcome to Chesterton Radioâthe little station on Commercial Street in Atchison, Kansas, where the Golden Age of Radio lives on.
Our mission is to preserve and share the finest radio dramas, mysteries, comedies, adventures, science fiction, westerns, detective stories, and literary classics ever produced. From Escape and Suspense to Lux Radio Theatre, CBS Radio Workshop, Dimension X, The Whistler, and hundreds more, you'll find thousands of classic broadcasts waiting to be rediscovered.
Subscribe for new uploads every week, and join a growing community of listeners who believe great stories never grow old.
đď¸ YouTube: youtube.com/@ChestertonRadio
đ° Substack: chestertonradio.substack.com
đť Listen live 24/7: live.chestertonradio.com
đ§ Also available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
If you enjoy these broadcasts, please like, subscribe, share your favorite episodes, and help us preserve the remarkable legacy of the Golden Age of Radio for future generations.
Thank you for listening, and welcome to Chesterton Radio.
