English, Old Time Radio, 16 seasons, 1528 episodes, 4 days, 20 hours
The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
English, Old Time Radio, 16 seasons, 1528 episodes, 4 days, 20 hours
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This show features five great detectives of Old Time Radio and follows from their first available case to their final bow. Along the way, Host Adam Graham provides insight and humor with his commentary. Our line-up features Night Beat, Rocky Fortune, Richard Diamond, Boston Blackie, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, and Dragnet
Bulldog Drummond: Claim Check on Death (EP4480)
Today's Mystery:In a case of mistaken identity, Captain Drummond is given a claim check a $1,000, but what for?Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 17, 1947Originating in New YorkStarring: Ned Wever as Bulldog Drummond; Luis Van Rooten as Denny; Mercedes McCambridgeToday’s program was provided by Radio Archives. Email [email protected] to get a free audiobook, a free ebook, and free old time radio collection.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Shelia, Patreon supporter since February 2020.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
8/27/2024 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
Bulldog Drummond: The Case of the Fatal Right (EP4474)
Today's Mystery:A prize fighter is killed by cyanide poisoning.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 14, 1946Originating in New YorkStarring: Ned Wever as Bulldog Drummond; Luis Van Rooten as Denny; Jackson BeckSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Christine, Patreon supporter since August 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
8/20/2024 • 38 minutes, 7 seconds
Lux Radio Theater: Thunder on the Hill (EP4400s)
Today's Mystery:A nun becomes convinced that a condemned woman stranded at her Norfolk convent in the midst of torrential rains is innocent. Can the nun save her before her looming execution?Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 9, 1953Originating in HollywoodStarring: Claudette Colbert as Sister Mary; Barbara Rush as Valerie Carns; Norma Varden; Paul Frees; Mary Flynn; Herb Butterfield; Ottola Nesmith; Dan O'Herlihy; Joseph Kearns; Leo Britt; Jeanne Wood; Lois Corbett; Yvonne PeattieMy review of Thunder on the HillPurchase link for Thunder on the Hill DVD. (Affiliate link)Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lori, Patreon Support since April 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
5/26/2024 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 18 seconds
Dangerous Assignment: Strategic Base Sabotaged (EP4379)
Today's Mystery:Steve goes to New Guinea in search of a dock worker who is suspected of sabotaging the construction of a joint U.S.-Australia-New Zealand strategic base.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 29, 1953Originating in HollywoodStarring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Ben Wright; Betty Lou Gerson; Martha Wentworth; Paul FreesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Joshua, Patreon Supporter Since February 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
5/1/2024 • 28 minutes, 38 seconds
Mr. Chameleon: The Organ Grinder Murder Case (EP4362)
Today's Mystery:A young man is shot to death after trying to quit stealing jewelry.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 8, 1949Originating from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister ChameleonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lisa, Patreon Supporter since July 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
4/11/2024 • 39 minutes, 11 seconds
The Falcon: The Case of the Double Nephews (EP4329)
Today's Mystery:The manager of a jewelry concern calls in The Falcon when he's accused of stealing thousands in jewels.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 22, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Gavin, Patreon Supporter Since November 2021Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
3/4/2024 • 33 minutes, 46 seconds
Mr. Chameleon: The Case of the Man Who Expected Murder (EP4260)
Today's Mystery:Chameleon is called in to investigate when a playboy is found murdered, with a note indicating that if he dies unexpectedly, someone should question his fiancée.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 23, 1949Originating in New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister ChameleonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jeffrey, Patreon Supporter Since July 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement
12/14/2023 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
Let George Do It: How Gullible Can You Be? (EP4102)
Today's Mystery: A chauffeur of a rich man whose partner died in a suspicious "accident" asks George to take care of the envelope plunging George into the middle of the case.Original Radio Broadcast Date:May 28, 1951Originated from HollywoodStarred: Bob Bailey as George Valentine, Virginia Gregg as Brooksie, Ken Christy as Lieutenant Johnson, Tony BarrettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement
6/13/2023 • 34 minutes, 1 second
Sam Spade: The Cheesecake Caper (EP4053)
Today's Mystery:Sam is hired by a waiter who leaves a photo in a sandwich and tells him to find the woman in it.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 6, 1949Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us back here tomorrow for another old time radio detective audio drama.
4/17/2023 • 30 minutes, 58 seconds
Tales of the Texas Rangers: Unleashed Fury (EP4022)
Today's Mystery:The Rangers hunt for an violent escaped mental patient.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 11, 1952Become one of our monthly patreon supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham,PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
3/11/2023 • 38 minutes, 1 second
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Alvin Summers Matter, Parts One and Two (EP4018)
Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to Mexico to search for an embezzler.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: October 24 and 25, 1955When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comTake the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
