Bold Venture
The Johnny Rice Story
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Bold Venture is an adventure series set in Havana, where charter-boat captain Slate Shannon and his partner, Sailor Duval, take on dangerous jobs and become entangled in trouble around the Caribbean. The stories center on the pair’s resourcefulness, their uneasy alliances, and the risks that come with life on the waterfront.
Each episode unfolds as a radio drama, using dialogue, sound effects, and music to bring its action and atmosphere to life. The series mixes mystery, suspense, and adventure, with Shannon and Sailor navigating shifting loyalties and perilous situations in a vivid tropical setting.
Its appeal lies in the contrast between the tough, capable Shannon and the quick-witted Sailor, whose partnership gives the adventures both tension and personality. The result is a brisk, atmospheric listen for fans of classic radio adventure and crime drama.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.