The Fat Man was a popular radio detective drama that debuted on this date (21 January) in 1946. It starred J. Scott Smart as the titular detective who, although best known as "the Fat Man," was actually named Brad Runyon. His deep, resonant, rich, and slightly theatrical voice was occasionally described as "fruity," which fit … Continue reading Old Time Radio — The Fat Man Debuted Today, on 21 January, 1946