Dark Fantasy radio series sixth episode The House of Bread

"The House of Bread," the sixth episode of the Dark Fantasy radio series, aired on December 26, 1941, and is a unique, spiritually tinged fantasy written by Scott Bishop. Unlike the series' typical horror and supernatural thrillers, this episode is a reflective, allegorical tale. It begins with Scott Bishop himself narrating, describing how he falls asleep at his typewriter and dreams of sitting on a high precipice overlooking the world. In the dream, a wise old man named "Word" speaks to him, imparting profound wisdom and urging him to seek the "House of Bread," a place symbolizing truth, peace, and enlightenment. Inspired, Bishop abandons his career and, accompanied by his girlfriend Sonia, embarks on a multi-year journey to find this elusive destination. The quest leads them to Bethlehem, which translates to "House of Bread," revealing a subtle Christian undertone, with "Word" implied to be Jesus Christ. The episode, serving as Dark Fantasy's Christmas show, stands out for its lack of horror, focusing instead on spiritual exploration and hope, making it a distinctive and uplifting entry in the series.

"The House of Bread" is confirmed as episode 6 of Dark Fantasy, aired on December 26, 1941, as part of the series' 31-episode run from November 14, 1941, to June 19, 1942, originating from WKY in Oklahoma City and broadcast on NBC.