the Shadow radio series

The Shadow is a classic radio series that originally aired in the 1930s and 1940s. It features a mysterious crimefighter known as The Shadow, who uses his ability to cloud men's minds to become invisible while he combats criminals. The character, voiced initially by Orson Welles, became iconic for his distinctive voice and the catchphrase, “Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows!” The series combined elements of mystery, suspense, and supernatural themes, influencing many subsequent detective stories and media, including comic books and films.