# Gunsmoke - "The Piano" (Old Time Radio, 1958)

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Podcast: [Gunsmoke | Old Time Radio](https://stenobird.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio-7580398)
Published: 2026-09-10T14:05:26+00:00
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## Resource

Gunsmoke presents “The Piano,” episode 332 of the classic CBS Radio series, originally broadcast on August 17, 1958. William Conrad stars as Marshal Matt Dillon, with Parley Baer as Chester Proudfoot. After a stagecoach carrying a $20,000 currency shipment is robbed, Dillon and Chester follow the trail toward Hutton Creek. Their search leads to Mrs. Hamford, an elderly former Southern belle whose memories—and cherished cherry-wood piano—hold a powerful place in her isolated life. Written by Marian Clark and produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell. Gunsmoke presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience. Chapters: 00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction 00:56 Original Broadcast 20:03 Closing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gunsmoke-old-time-radio--7219125/support . Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

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