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THE HIGH COLLARED CAPE and THE SEA HORSE JOCKEY ADVENTURES OF PHILIP MARLOWE, P.D.
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- 1001 Radio Crime Solvers
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- Jul 19, 2026
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- 3695
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ccc 1001 Radio Crime Solvers The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – Episode Show Notes ⭐ Episode: "The High‑Collared Cape" Series: The Adventures of Philip Marlowe Starring: Gerald Mohr Episode Summary "The High‑Collared Cape" is a classic slice of radio noir—moody, stylish, and full of twists. It begins with a simple request for help and spirals into a tale of obsession, jealousy, and murder. Philip Marlowe finds himself chasing a killer whose signature is as theatrical as it is deadly. Story Overview Marlowe is hired by a nervous client who fears he's being followed by a mysterious figure wearing a distinctive high‑collared cape. The man insists the cape‑wearer is stalking him with murderous intent—but the story feels too strange even for Marlowe. Still, Marlowe takes the case. As he digs deeper: He uncovers a tangled web of romantic betrayal A jealous rival with a flair for dramatic entrances A trail of threats that escalate into violence A murder staged with theatrical precision The cape becomes the symbol of a killer who hides behind style and shadow. Marlowe must separate costume from motive, illusion from truth, and fear from fact. The climax delivers classic Marlowe grit—sharp dialogue, a sudden reversal, and a confrontation that strips away the cape and reveals the real killer beneath. Key Themes The danger of obsession Theatricality as a mask for violence Marlowe's instinct for cutting through melodrama How jealousy fuels noir's darkest crimes Why It Resonates This episode is pure Raymond Chandler atmosphere—fog, fear, and a killer who hides behind a flourish of fabric. It's stylish, tense, and quintessentially Marlowe. ⭐ Episode: "The Seahorse Jockey" Series: The Adventures of Philip Marlowe Starring: Gerald Mohr Episode Summary "The Seahorse Jockey" is one of t…