Hello, friends. Did you hear that your very own Fireside Mystery Theater was written up in the New York Times as one of five recommended podcasts to bring theater into your home?

And this very all-a-board series was mentioned. So, hey, we may just be doing

something right. Hooray for theater. Anyway, we begin this story in the observation car,

where scattered groups of weary travelers take an opportunity to lounge, indulge in some discourse,

admire the majestic scenery, and perhaps dabble in the dark arts?

The Observation Car is part three of our audio journey, all aboard.

It was taped live in New York City on January 26th, 2020.

Music There goes our magnificent rolling machine, gliding on cushioned springs for the smoothest ride known to exist.

Unless you happen to be in the observation car that night.

A little bit about the observation car.

The observation car contains a spacious lounge that offers the most spectacular views

from both sides as well as a glass-domed ceiling.

It's a place where one can enjoy the informal flow of social interaction and casual and friendly

conversation, but it could also be just a quiet and restful spot to pass the time on this

luxury hotel on wheels.

Let's go there now. Gerald. Yes, darling. Gerald. Yes, darling. Don't tell me you're going to have your nose buried in that old paper even while we're here. Oh, just look out this window,

won't you? You're missing the lovely scenery. This is no mere mess of paper. This is a dossier

straight from Huac. The House on American Activities Committee? You'll be absolutely revolted to read what I'm reading here.

Well, you know, instead of being revolted,

you could try appreciating this beautiful sunset.

We probably have the best seat in the observation car,

yet you choose.

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