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| Twice Told Tales: Richard Diamond: The Simpson Case and Johnny Dollar: The Jonathan Bellows Matter (EP4484s) | 01 Sep 2024 | 01:10:58 | |
Today's First Mystery: The wife of a wealthy oil man hires Richard Diamond to protect her husband after an attempt on his life. Original Air Date: January 18, 1952 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Dick Powell as Richard Diamond; Virginia Gregg as Helen; Alan Reed as Lieutenant Walt Levinson Virginia; Jeanne Bates; Herb Butterfield; Tony Michaels Today's Second Mystery: Johnny is called in when an insured, wealthy man is shot at. Original Air Date: June 23, 1953 Originating in Hollywood Starring: John Lund as Johnny Dollar; Clayton Post; Virginia Gregg; Tony Barrett; Ralph Moody; Howard McNear; Martha Wentworth Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Lisa, patreon Supporter since July 2015 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Loss of Memory Matter (EP4477) | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:47:42 | |
Today's Mystery: Johnny is hired to deliver an archaeological treasure to a museum. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 2 1957 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Les Tremayne; Parley Baer; Shepard Menken; Joseph Kearns; Barney Phillips; Tom Hanley When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Bill, Patreon supporter since November 2020 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Desalles Matter (EP4393) | 17 May 2024 | 00:42:37 | |
Today's Mystery:Johnny goes out west when an insurance agent is suspicious of a $100,000 death claim that another investigator was assigned to look into. Original Radio Broadcast Date: Original Air Date: January 13, 1957 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Harry Bartell; John Stephenson; Will Wright; James McCallion; Ben Wright Today's Show sponsored by Cinnamon Girl by Daniel Weizzmann, the upcoming release in the Pacific Coast Highway Mystery Series. (Released May 28) (Affiliate LInks) Become one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Lisa, Patreon Supporter since May 2021 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Hasty Marriage Murder Case (EP4392) | 16 May 2024 | 00:39:18 | |
Today's Mystery:A young wealthy man who just married a woman after a two-week romance is murdered. Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 13, 1949 Originating from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Tacy, Patreon Supporter Since October 2023 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: The Jade Dagger (EP4391) | 15 May 2024 | 00:30:36 | |
Today's Mystery: Sent to Cairo on a mission to clear the United States' name, Steve must navigate a treacherous path of false accusations and political machinations. From the bustling bazaars to the shadowy backstreets, join Steve as he unravels a conspiracy that could sabotage vital international talks. Tune in for a tale of espionage where asking to see a knife might just get you one in the back! Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 13, 1953 Originated in : Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner, Robert Boone, Paul Dubov, Byron Kane, Jan Arvan, Betty Lou Gerson Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Tom, Patreon Supporter since August 2022 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Become one of ourfriends on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Squad Room: Ferris Wheel (EP4390) | 14 May 2024 | 00:24:52 | |
Today's Mystery: A woman is found murdered on a Ferris wheel. Original Radio Broadcast Date: Around New Years Day in the mid-1950s Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Originating in New York Starring: Wynn Wright as Lt. John Douglas; Dan Ocko as Sergeant Allen; George Tanner; Sam Gray Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Patreon Supporter of the Day: Ken, Patreon Supporter since March 2020 Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Happy Hoodlum (EP4389) | 13 May 2024 | 00:36:08 | |
Today's Mystery:Sergeant Corbett wants The Falcon to find out why a man made an insane attempt to rob an express company with a gun that couldn't fire. Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 14, 1951 Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Old Time Radio Con Games Special (EP4388s) | 12 May 2024 | 01:20:31 | |
Today, I'm joined by Jim Grinstead of the Scams and Cons Podcast as we delve into two scam-related old time radio podcasts. Today's 1st Mystery:First up, there's no such thing as easy money. That's a lesson a rich young man learns as he's forced to lure his friends into the clutches of a big-time gambler to square his own debts. Can magician-turned-detective Mike Trent help? We find out in this episode of Easy Money, "The Gallopping Ivories" Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 14, 1954 Originating in New York Starring: Larry Haines as Mike Trent; Ralph Bell; Peter Fernandez; Maurice Tarplin Today's 2nd Mystery:Joe Friday and Ben Romero go after a gang of con-men who are victimizing the families of recently deceased people in the Big Betty. Original Air Date: November 23, 1950 Originating in Los AngelesStarring: Jack Webb as Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Ben Romero Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: hilip, Patreon supporter since June of 2023 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Gangster, Part Two (EP4388) | 11 May 2024 | 00:34:25 | |
Today's Mystery:When a notorious mobster is gunned down, sparking fears of a gang war, Joe Friday and Ben Romero race against time to find the killers. Smoke screens, false leads, and a mysterious woman are at the center of it all. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 30, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield; Jack Kruschen; Virginia Gregg Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Ralph, Patreon Supporter since August 2022 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/ us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Ellen Dear Matter (EP4387) | 10 May 2024 | 00:44:41 | |
Today's Mystery:Set sail on a treacherous journey with Johnny Dollar, the man with the action-packed expense account, as he embarks on a mission to safeguard a fortune in jewels. The sleek motor cruiser Ellen Dear carries a cargo worth over $300,000, but disaster strikes when the yacht sinks in deep waters. Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 6, 1957 Originated from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar,Virginia Gregg, Lawrence Dobkin, Howard McNear, Jay Novello, Jack Edwards, Barney Phillips, Raymond Burr The tragedy of Andrea Doria When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Eliza, Patreon Supporter of July 2021 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Ailing Wife Murder Case (EP4386) | 09 May 2024 | 00:37:10 | |
Today's Mystery:Are you ready to crack the case with Mister Chameleon? In this week's suspenseful episode, a seemingly devoted husband is found dead, and the suspects are closer to home than you'd think. With a failed business, an ailing wife, and a love affair that could be the motive for murder, it's up to Mister Chameleon to untangle the web of lies. Will he find the killer before the trail goes cold? Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 6, 1949 Originating from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Theresa, Patreon Supporter since October 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 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: Smuggling to the Iron Curtain (EP4385) | 08 May 2024 | 00:28:47 | |
Today's Mystery:Join government agent Steve Mitchell on a pulse-pounding journey through Europe's underbelly in 'Dangerous Assignment.' When strategic materials start vanishing, Mitchell's quest leads him to the heart of Italy, where trust is a luxury and danger lurks in every shadow. From suspicious textile mills to clandestine meetings in dimly lit coffee houses, every step brings him closer to the truth – and to the barrel of a gun. Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 6, 1953 Originated in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Don Diamond; Hal Girard; Tony Barrett; Harry Bartell; Virginia Gregg Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Glenn, Patreon Supporter since August 2021 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Girl Who Typed Murder (EP4476) | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:39:55 | |
Today's Mystery: A typist for a murder mystery writer is murdered in his home. Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 26, 1949 Originating from New York City Starring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon; Frank Butler as Sergeant Dave Arnold Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Luce, Patreon Supporter since April 2021 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Squad Room: Old Woman Found Shot (EP4384) | 07 May 2024 | 00:29:57 | |
Today's Mystery: A late-night distress call from a professional building sends Detectives Scanlon and Grady into the depths of a crime that defies expectations. Amidst the echo of multiple shots fired, they find themselves piecing together the fragments of a life lived in the shadows. An old woman's untimely death in an empty office, a janitor with a story that doesn't quite fit, and a switchboard operator who knows more than she's telling. Original Radio Broadcast Date: Mid-1950s Originating in New York:Starring: Bill Zuckert as RJ Scanlon and Chuck Webster as James Brady, Charlotte Manson, Arthur ColeSuppo Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Christine, Patreon supporter since November 2018 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call 208-991-4783 Become one of ourfriends on Facebook. Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Invisible Thug (EP4383) | 06 May 2024 | 00:42:50 | |
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired by a man who killed his ex-girlfriend's husband who hopes to dupe Mike into pinning the murder on his ex. Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 7, 1951 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Maurice Tarplin Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Gangster, Part One (EP4382) | 04 May 2024 | 00:34:47 | |
Today's Mystery:Friday and Romero have to find out who is trying to kill a major gang kingpin before they succeed and start a gang war. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 23, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Stacy Harris; Herb Butterfield Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon Supporter since July 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 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Squared Circle Matter (EP4381) | 03 May 2024 | 00:37:05 | |
Today's Mystery:Johnny goes to Joplin, Missouri to investigate an insurance agent's suspicious about an insured boxer. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 30, 1956 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Harry Bartell; Herb Ellis; Vic Perrin; Jack Kruschen; Les Tremayne; Lawrence Dobkin When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Wendy and Steve, Patreon Supporters Since May 2019 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Case of the Conceited Murderer (EP4380) | 02 May 2024 | 00:37:57 | |
Today's Mystery:A famous photographer is murdered. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 29, 1949 Originated from New York City Starring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day 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.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: Strategic Base Sabotaged (EP4379) | 01 May 2024 | 00:28:38 | |
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, 1953 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Ben Wright; Betty Lou Gerson; Martha Wentworth; Paul Frees Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Joshua, Patreon Supporter Since February 2016 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Squad Room: Mother of Two Murdered (EP4378) | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:34:33 | |
Today's Mystery:Scanlon and Webster are called in to investigate when a woman is found dead in a dirty manufacturing loft. Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1953 or 1954 Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Originating in New York Patreon Supporter of the Day: Peter, Patreon Supporter since March 2023 Starring: Bill Zuckert as RJ Scanlon; Chuck Webster as James Brady Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Baby Brother (EP4377) | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:39:21 | |
Today's Mystery:The elder brother of a man who committed suicide wants Waring to find the woman he believes drove his brother down a dark path so that he can get rid of her. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 17, 1950 Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer, Maurice Tarplin Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Margie, Patreon Supporter since September 2016 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Boys (EP4376) | 27 Apr 2024 | 00:38:02 | |
Today's Mystery: Friday and Romero get a tip on four young fugitive gunmen from San Francisco. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 16, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield; Harry Bartell Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Louis, Patreon Supporter since March 2018 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Rasmussen Matter (EP4375) | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:46:32 | |
Today's Mystery: Johnny searches Los Angeles for the widow of an insured man who died in Malaya, and whose father-in-law desperately wants to meet her. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 16, 1956 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Jeanne Tatum; Eric Snowden; Roy Glenn; Will Wright; Frank Nelson; Jack Kruschen When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Chris, Patreon Supporter since August 2019 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Broadway's My Beat: The Dr. Robbie McClure Murder Case (EP4475) | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:36:43 | |
Today's Mystery: A doctor dies in Danny's office and Danny has to find out who killed him. Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 4, 1949 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Mona, Patreon supporter since June 2016. Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Bizarre Motive Murder Case (EP4374) | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:39:59 | |
Today's Mystery:The fiancée of a classical musician is murdered at one of his concerts. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 22, 1949 Originated from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Frank, Patreon Supporter since January 2021 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: A Trap in Freedom House (EP4373) | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:31:31 | |
Today's Mystery:Steve goes to London to investigate an apparent traitor at an organization that's supposed to help refugees from behind the Iron Curtain, but is instead getting them sent back. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 22, 1953 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Jan Arvan; Jean Tatum; Jeanne Bates; Tony Barrett; Paul Dubov Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day:Ryan, Patreon Supporter since May 2023 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives. us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Thin Man: The Moon Murder (EP4372) | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:30:12 | |
Today's Mystery:Nick and Nora are hoping for romance under a full moon. Instead, they stumble across a dead man being buried in the middle of the street. Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 25, 1945 Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Luce, Patreon Supporter Since April 2021 Originating in New York Starring: Les Tremayne as Nick Charles; Claudia Morgan as Nora Charles; Larry Haines Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Raw Deal (EP4371) | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:39:20 | |
Today's Mystery:Mike Waring is hired by a group of businessmen who were robbed of $65,000 in cash at a high stakes poker game. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 10, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Larry Haines Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Margie, Patreon Supporter since September 2016 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Thank You (EP4370) | 20 Apr 2024 | 00:31:28 | |
Today's Mystery: A parole officer asks Friday and Romero to look into the apparent disappearance of a woman who had a convicted murderess paroled to her. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 9, 1950 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield; Jack Kruschen; Don Diamond Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Dan, Patreon Supporter Since March 2016 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Burning Carr Matter (EP4369) | 19 Apr 2024 | 00:36:47 | |
Today's Mystery:Johnny goes to Sarasota to investigate a series of fires at lumber yards, and finds himself investigating a murder. Original Radio Broadcast Dates: December 9, 1956 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Parley Baer; Vic Perrin; Bob Bruce; Harry Bartell; Vivi Janiss; Tony Barrett; Junius Matthews When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Michael, Patreon Supporter since March 2016 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Rooftop Murder Case (EP4368) | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:41:15 | |
Today's Mystery:A woman is pushed off the roof of an eighteen-story building. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 15, 1949 Originated from New York City Starring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Information from Kootenai County on Clark House Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Maggi, Patreon Supporter Since January 2019 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: Find Lenny Fenway (EP4367) | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:31:16 | |
Today's Mystery: Steve travels to Tibet to rescue an American pilot who provides the key to a critical mission to re-supply Chinese nationalists. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 15, 1953 Originatimg in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Frank Gerstle; Paul Dubov; Sidney Miller; Stacy Harris Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Damien, Patreon Supporter since March 2023 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Ellery Queen: The Green Gorillas (EP4366) | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:33:54 | |
Today's Mystery: Ellery Queen teams up with a teenage boy to infiltrate a street gang. Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 12, 1947 Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netOriginating in New York Patreon Supporter of the Day:Jan, Patreon Supporter Since December 2019 Starring: Lawrence Dobkin, Charlotte Keane, Bill Smith, and Ed Latimer, Mandel Kramer Armchair Detective: Jose Ferrer Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call 208-991-4783 Become one of ourfriends on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Harried Husband (EP4365) | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:37:15 | |
Today's Mystery:A gigolo who is trying to scam and doublecross various people is murdered. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 3, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Paxtor as Sergeant Corbett; Jackson Beck Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Julie, Patreon Supporter Since September 2018 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Bulldog Drummond: The Case of the Fatal Right (EP4474) | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:38:07 | |
Today's Mystery:A prize fighter is killed by cyanide poisoning. Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 14, 1946 Originating in New York Starring: Ned Wever as Bulldog Drummond; Luis Van Rooten as Denny; Jackson Beck Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Christine, Patreon supporter since August 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 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Kill (EP4364) | 13 Apr 2024 | 00:35:36 | |
Today's Mystery:Friday and Romero investigate the murder of a police officer in his home.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 2, 1950 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Stacy Harris; Jack Kruschen; Herb Butterfield Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Don, Patreon Supporter since October 2021 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Royal Street Matter (EP4363) | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:39:14 | |
Today's Mystery:Johnny goes to New Orleans to investigate why the owner of an insured, burnt-out antique shop hasn't filed a claim, and has expressed no interest in doing so .Original Radio Broadcast Dates: November 25, 1956 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Forrest Lewis, Lou Merrill; Lawrence Dobkin; Frank Gerstle When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Ric, Patreon Supporter Since April 2022 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Organ Grinder Murder Case (EP4362) | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:39:11 | |
Today's Mystery:A young man is shot to death after trying to quit stealing jewelry. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 8, 1949 Originating from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Lisa, Patreon Supporter since July 2015 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: Boy Is Used as Courier (EP4361) | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:29:33 | |
Today's Mystery: Steve is hired as tutor to a French boy with a near photographic memory whose father believes his current tutor is using to smuggle top secret information. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 8, 1953 Originated in HollywoodStars: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner, Jeanne Bates, Paul Frees, Larry Dobkin, Jay Novello Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Laura, Patreon Supporter since November 2023 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Become one of ourfriends on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Ellery Queen: The Adventure of the Wounded Lieutenant (EP4360) | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:24:06 | |
Today's Mystery :A former police detective is disabled while serving overseas and his battalion members are killed after a native waiter reports their planned attack. But how did the spy know? Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 18, 1943 Originating in New York From the Office of War Information, taken from the network broadcast of a 30 minute episode Starring: Sydney Smith as Ellery Queen, Marian Shockley, Santos Ortega, Ted de Corsia Armchair Detectives: Virginia Fields and Ed Sullivan Website Referenced: Ellery Queen, A Website of Deduction Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Kerry, Patreon Supporter since November 2018 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Stooge's Errand (EP4359) | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:37:12 | |
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired to locate a boxing promoter who cheated two men out of a combined $40,000, but has a clever way to make sure they can't collect. Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 26, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ralph Bell; Bill Zuckert Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Bruce, Patreon Supporter since November 2019 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Grifter (EP4358) | 06 Apr 2024 | 00:33:38 | |
Today's Mystery:Friday and Romero face off against a veteran con-man. Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 23, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon Supporter since October 2019 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Markham Matter (EP4357) | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:36:55 | |
Today's Mystery:Johnny goes to San Francisco because a high value company client has seemingly disappeared and her husband is acting suspicious. Original Radio Broadcast Dates: November 18, 1956 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Lois Corbett; Frank Nelson; Virginia Gregg; Bert Holland; Paula Winslowe; John Dehner When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.com Become one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.net Thank you to our Patreon Supporters of the Day:Joe, Tom, and Carol Ann-Supporting the Podcast since April 2019 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Mr. Chameleon: The Case of the Murdered Gold-Digger (EP4356) | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:44:21 | |
Today's Mystery:A woman in flashy clothes is murdered in the driveway of a married man who swears he never ever saw her before. Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 1, 1949Originating from New York City Starring: Karl Swenson as Mister Chameleon Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day:Shawna, Patreon Supporter since June 2019 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dangerous Assignment: Rescue Rick Perez (EP4355) | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:31:41 | |
Today's Mystery:Steve goes to Venezuela to rescue a U.S. agent who was investigating a Latin American revolutionary organization. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 1, 1953 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Paul Frees; Paul Dubov; Ben Wright; Betty Lou Gerson; Don Diamond Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Doug, Patreon Supporter since June 2015 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Shopkeeper's Gun (EP4473) | 18 Aug 2024 | 00:37:24 | |
Today's Mystery: A storekeeper is suspected of murdering a conman after confronting him with the gun that was used in the murder. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 15, 1951 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Larry Haines; Bill Zuckert Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Judith, Patreon supporter since May 2021. Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Ellery Queen: The Adventure of the Income Tax Robbery (EP4354) | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:35:59 | |
Today’s Mystery:A private detective turns to Ellery for help when his income tax blank is stolen, along with sensitive information that could expose his wealthy clients to blackmail. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 12, 1942 Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Originating in New York Starring: Carleton Young as Ellery Queen; Marian Shockley; Ted De Corsia; Santos Ortega; Maurice Tarplin Armchair Detectives: Manda Hedrom and Mayor Howard W. Jackson of Baltimore (Over the phone, not heard on broadcast) Patreon Supporter of the Day: GbO, Patreon Supporter since December 2022 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| The Falcon: The Case of the Puzzling Pinup (EP4353) | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:37:29 | |
Today's Mystery:A reporter comes to The Falcon to ask him to take part in a blackmail scheme and then dies. Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 19, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Larry Haines Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Martin, Patreon Supporter since September 2017 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Hollywood Star Time: Hot Spot (EP4352s) | 31 Mar 2024 | 00:36:59 | |
Today's Mystery:Based on the movie I Wake Up Screaming, a Broadway promoter is suspected of murdering an up-and-coming actress, by a dogged police officer who always gets his man .Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 27, 1946 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Brian Donlevy as Frankie Christopher; Vincent Price as Ed Cornell; Lurene Tuttle; Gloria Blondell; Theodore Von Elt; Harry Bartell; David Ellis; Elliott Reid My review of I Wake Up Screaming Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Susan, Patreon Supporter Since October 2018 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
| Dragnet: The Big Girl (EP4352) | 30 Mar 2024 | 00:42:01 | |
Today's Mystery:Friday and Romero investigating a series of robberies, beatings, and shootings committed by a beautiful woman. Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 9, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: David, Patreon Supporter since March 2021 Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.net Give us a call at 208-991-4783 Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives Join us again on Monday for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio. | |||
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