Another Man’s Poison

Originally Aired: September 29, 1957

In Gunsmoke #286, “Another Man’s Poison,” Marshal Matt Dillon is drawn into a volatile triangle when Sally Bogan’s past resurfaces in Dodge City. Long believing her first husband drowned at sea, Sally is now confronted by Jeff Lightly—very much alive—and his sudden return puts her current marriage to Ben Bogan in jeopardy. As jealousy and wounded pride flare, Dillon struggles to keep the peace between two men determined to settle the matter with guns. The crisis reaches its breaking point when Sally makes a decisive choice that neither man expects, forcing both to face an uncomfortable truth about love, possession, and pride in the Old West. A tense moral drama that undercuts frontier bravado with bitter irony.

Cast:
William Conrad, Parley Baer, Howard McNear, Georgia Ellis

Tags:

western, drama, loveTriangle, jealousy, marriage, frontierJustice, MattDillon, DodgeCity, oldtimeradio, classicwestern, radioDrama, GunsmokePodcast, moralConflict, showdown, 1950sradio

Welcome to Gunsmoke: Old West Stories, a podcast that takes you back to the rugged plains of 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Rediscover the timeless tales of bravery, justice, and survival in the American frontier with our re-broadcasts of the classic Gunsmoke radio program.

First airing on April 26, 1952, Gunsmoke was celebrated as the first adult western radio show, renowned for its superb storytelling and exceptional production quality. Join Marshal Matt Dillon, portrayed by the incomparable William Conrad, as he faces the challenges of maintaining law and order in a tumultuous town. Alongside him are unforgettable characters like Chester Proudfoot (Parley Baer), the steadfast deputy; Kitty (Georgia Ellis), the resilient saloon owner; and Doc Adams (Howard McNear), the town’s compassionate physician.

What sets Gunsmoke apart is not just its stellar cast and engaging plots but the immersive sound effects that bring each scene to life. Every gunshot, horse gallop, and whisper of the wind transports you directly to the heart of the Old West.

Whether you're a longtime fan or a new listener, Gunsmoke: Old West Stories promises to deliver gripping adventures and a nostalgic journey through one of radio’s most iconic series. Tune in and let the legends of Dodge City captivate your imagination.