Arch Oboler's Plays

This Precious Freedom

English · Dramatic Readings, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller

Arch Oboler's Plays presents radio dramas written by Arch Oboler, known for imaginative and often unsettling stories that explore human fears, moral choices, and the consequences of scientific or social change. The program places listeners inside self-contained dramatic worlds, where ordinary lives can be disrupted by extraordinary circumstances.

Each broadcast is built around a scripted story brought to life through actors, dialogue, sound effects, and music. Oboler's writing often uses suspense and speculative ideas to examine questions of freedom, responsibility, and what people may become under pressure. The title “This Precious Freedom” suggests a story centered on liberty, though its specific events are left to the drama itself.

The listening experience is intimate and theatrical: voices and carefully shaped sound create the setting, while the writing gives the story its momentum. Oboler's plays can be provocative as well as suspenseful, making this series a compelling choice for listeners drawn to thoughtful, atmospheric radio drama.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.