Podcast – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

The great ones are back in action.

Dragnet: The Big Gamble 08/13/2026

Dragnet: The Big Gamble Todays Mystery:Sergeant Joe Friday and his partner Bill Lockwood investigate a professional gambling ring that keeps its games moving from place to place. A tip finally gives police the opportunity they’ve been waiting for, but what begins as a vice investigation suddenly becomes a far more serious case. Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 8, 1952… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42418080

Lux Radio Theater: The Paradine Case (AWR0307) 08/12/2026

Lux Radio Theater: The Paradine Case (AWR0307) London barrister Anthony Keane takes on the defense of the beautiful Maddalena Paradine, who is accused of poisoning her wealthy, blind husband. As Keane prepares for trial, his growing fascination with his client threatens both his judgment in the courtroom and his marriage. Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 9, 1949 Cast: Joseph Cotten as Anthony… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42400380

Broadway’s My Beat: The Irene Hall Murder Case (EP5038) 08/12/2026

Broadway’s My Beat: The Irene Hall Murder Case (EP5038) Today’s Mystery:Detective Danny Clover investigates the strangling of a Broadway entertainer whose body is discovered by a frightened out-of-town businessman. His insistence that he heard the woman scream long after she apparently died presents Clover with a puzzling contradiction—and the case soon takes an even darker turn. Original Radio Broadcast Date:May 17, 1952 Originated in… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42400385

The Big Story: The Man Who Wanted What He Couldn’t Have 08/11/2026

The Big Story: The Man Who Wanted What He Couldn’t Have Today’s Mystery: Salt Lake City Tribune reporter Cluster M. Nielsen investigates the murder of a young traveler whose final journey ends on a lonely Utah highway. As the evidence begins to conflict, Nielsen races to uncover the truth before an innocent man pays the price. Original Radio Broadcast: November 14, 1951 Originating from New York… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42395840

Counterspy: Flatbush Fagin (A0112) 08/08/2026

Counterspy: Flatbush Fagin (A0112) Today’s Adventure: Counterspy chief David Harding tackles a different kind of threat when a juvenile court official asks for help breaking the grip of violent street gangs on Brooklyn’s youth. Undercover operative Harry Peters infiltrates one of the toughest gangs, hoping to expose its ruthless leader before more impressionable boys are drawn into a life… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42363530

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Only One Butt Matter (EP5035) 08/07/2026

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Only One Butt Matter (EP5035) Today’s Mystery: Johnny Dollar accepts an unusually lucrative assignment to locate the runaway daughter of one of the insurance company’s wealthiest clients. But when he finds the missing heiress in New York, his search abruptly becomes a murder investigation in which two of her closest companions each have reason to want her dead Original Radio… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42353675

Dragnet: The Big Safe 08/06/2026

Dragnet: The Big Safe Todays Mystery: Sergeant Joe Friday and his temporary partner investigate a string of expertly planned safe burglaries that has baffled the Los Angeles Police Department for months. After eliminating one suspect after another, a seemingly minor lead from a neighborhood repair shop finally gives the detectives the break they’ve been waiting for. Original Radio Broadcast… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42361060

Studio One: Gentle Julia (AWR0306) 08/05/2026

Studio One: Gentle Julia (AWR0306) Story Summary: A charming young woman seems to have no shortage of admirers, but one shy suitor can’t bring himself to compete for her attention. Meanwhile, a sharp-witted younger cousin stirs up mischief that changes the course of several romances in this warmhearted adaptation of Booth Tarkington’s Gentle Julia. Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 23,… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42323795

Broadway’s My Beat: The Lois Conrad Murder Case (EP5033) 08/05/2026

Broadway’s My Beat: The Lois Conrad Murder Case (EP5033) Today’s Mystery: Detective Danny Clover investigates the murder of a young secretarial school student whose glamorous lifestyle concealed a complicated personal life. As conflicting stories emerge from those closest to her, an unexpected confession seems to close the case—until Clover discovers the truth is far more complicated. Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 12, 1952 Originated… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42323800

The Big Story: Forty Minutes to Meet a Deadline (EP5032) 08/04/2026

The Big Story: Forty Minutes to Meet a Deadline (EP5032) Today’s Story: Cleveland Press reporter Bus Bergen believes he has an open-and-shut murder case wrapped up in just forty minutes. But as the trial unfolds, a nagging doubt – and an unlikely four-legged witness – forces him to reconsider everything he thought he knew. Original Radio Broadcast: July 25, 1951 Originating from New York Starring… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42311495

The Saint: The Horrible Hamburger (EP5031) 08/03/2026

The Saint: The Horrible Hamburger (EP5031) Today’s Mystery: After a wrong turn leaves Simon Templar and taxi driver Louie dining at a lonely roadside restaurant, a flat tire leads them to discover a corpse in the trunk of Louie’s cab. When the body mysteriously disappears, The Saint sets out to uncover the truth behind the “Happy Hamburger.” Original Radio Broadcast: September… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42297625

Counterspy: The Courageous Come-On (A0110) 08/01/2026

Counterspy: The Courageous Come-On (A0110) Today’s Adventure: Counterspy chief David Harding investigates a charity that claims to help disabled veterans and workers prepare for new careers. When a courageous insider exposes the organization’s true purpose, Harding devises a plan to protect the legitimate cause while bringing a confidence man to justice. Original Radio Broadcast: September 8, 1949 Originating from… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42284405

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Mei-Ling Buddha Matter (EP5030) 07/31/2026

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Mei-Ling Buddha Matter (EP5030) Today’s Mystery: Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is sent to Boston after a priceless jade statue known as the Mei-Ling Buddha is reportedly spotted for sale in a Paris antique shop—even though it should still be locked inside the home of its late owner. Johnny soon discovers that an impossible theft demands an equally unexpected solution.… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42275140

Dragnet: The Big Elevator (EP5029) 07/30/2026

Dragnet: The Big Elevator (EP5029) Today’s Mystery: Joe Friday and Bill Lockwood investigate the body of an unidentified woman which has been found abandoned in a hospital elevator. With no obvious cause of death and only a mysterious phone call to point them in the right direction, the detectives race to determine whether they’re dealing with murder—or something entirely different.… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42263060

Broadway’s My Beat: The John Elgin Murder Case (EP5028) 07/29/2026

Broadway’s My Beat: The John Elgin Murder Case (EP5028) Today’s Mystery: Detective Danny Clover reopens what appeared to be a straightforward suicide after a former bookie claims he witnessed the victim being pushed from a rooftop. When the eyewitness is murdered before he can identify the killer, Clover must untangle a web of jealousy, blackmail, and deception. Original Radio Broadcast: April 5, 1952 Originating… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42250590

Family Theater: Juaqin Murrieta (AWR0305) 07/29/2026

Family Theater: Juaqin Murrieta (AWR0305) Today’s Story: During California’s Gold Rush, the legendary outlaw Joaquin Murrieta finds himself torn between vengeance and the possibility of a new life after an unexpected reunion with a woman from his past. As vigilantes close in, Murrieta must choose between love and the destiny that has made him a legend. Original Radio Broadcast: June… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42250595

The Big Story: More Tragic than Murder (EP5027) 07/28/2026

The Big Story: More Tragic than Murder (EP5027) Today’s Mystery: When rumors spread through rural Kansas that a woman has concealed her mother’s death for years, Hiawatha Daily World reporter Virgil Hill uncovers a heartbreaking truth that proves far more tragic than murder. Original Radio Broadcast: April 25, 1951 Originating from New York Starring Bill Lipton as Virgil Hill Also featuring Agnes Young,… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42238760

The Saint: The Baseball Murder (EP5026) 07/27/2026

The Saint: The Baseball Murder (EP5026) Today’s Mystery: Simon Templar investigates rumors that a minor league baseball team is about to throw an important game. His inquiry leads him to a beautiful woman, a dangerous fixer, and a young pitching phenom whose promising career may be destroyed before he ever reaches the major leagues. Original Radio Broadcast: September 17, 1950 Originating… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42224130

Counterspy: The Arrogant Arsonist (A0108) 07/25/2026

Counterspy: The Arrogant Arsonist (A0108) Today’s Mystery: An international smuggling ring is threatened when a federal grand jury closes in on one of its American front companies. To cover their tracks, the organization’s ruthless mastermind summons a professional arsonist to destroy the evidence before counterspy agents can stop them. Original Radio Broadcast: March 14, 1950 Originating from New York Starring… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42211580

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Life at Stake Matter (EP5025) 07/24/2026

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Life at Stake Matter (EP5025) Today’s Mystery: Johnny is summoned by the eccentric Alvin Peabody Cartwright, who insists the matter is urgent. But when Johnny arrives, Cartwright has vanished, blood is found in the garage, and every clue points to murder—unless appearances are deceiving. Original Radio Broadcast: June 20, 1959 Originating in Hollywood Starring Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar. Also… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42201700

Dragnet: The Big Bunco (EP5024) 07/23/2026

Dragnet: The Big Bunco (EP5024) Today’s Mystery: An experienced confidence man returns to Los Angeles with the same polished investment scam, cheating trusting victims out of thousands of dollars. As Sergeant Joe Friday begins breaking in a new partner, the detectives race to stop the swindler before he can disappear with another fortune. Original Radio Broadcast: April 17, 1952 Originating… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42191335

Broadway’s My Beat: The John Mooney Murder Case (EP5023) 07/22/2026

Broadway’s My Beat: The John Mooney Murder Case (EP5023) Today’s Mystery: When a man unknowingly passes a stolen thousand-dollar bill from a long-unsolved payroll robbery, Detective Danny Clover follows a trail that leads from Broadway’s underworld to a string of murders. As more bodies fall, Danny races to uncover who has been hiding the stolen money for the past five years. Original Radio Broadcast:… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42178915

Lux Radio Theater: Angels in the Outfield (AWR0304) 07/22/2026

Lux Radio Theater: Angels in the Outfield (AWR0304) Today’s Story: A down-on-his-luck baseball manager receives some extraordinary help after the prayers of a young orphan are answered. As the Pittsburgh Pirates begin an improbable climb toward the pennant, the team’s remarkable turnaround sparks a debate over faith, miracles, and whether angels really do watch over America’s pastime. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} Original Radio Broadcast: April 6,… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42178920

The Big Story: Poker Game Ends in Death 07/21/2026

The Big Story: Poker Game Ends in Death Today’s Mystery: When a suburban poker game ends in a deadly holdup, veteran Chicago reporter Bill Doherty becomes intrigued by the teenage brother of one of the dead gunmen. As evidence mounts against the youth, Doherty sets out to determine whether the frightened suspect is a killer—or another victim of the crime. Original Radio… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42162240

The Saint: Cupid and Corpse (EP5021) 07/20/2026

The Saint: Cupid and Corpse (EP5021) Today’s Mystery: Simon Templar’s plans for a carefree day with Ann Morley are interrupted when the murder of a ticket broker draws them into a dangerous mystery. Pursued by hired gunmen and faced with a growing list of suspects, The Saint follows a twisting trail that seems to center on a prominent warehouse owner. Original… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42148635

Philip Marlowe: Heir for G-String (Encore) 07/19/2026

Philip Marlowe: Heir for G-String (Encore) Marlowe goes searching in the seedy part of town for an heir to $5,000. Original Air Date: August 25, 1951 Starring Gerald Mohr as Philip Marlowe Support the show monthly at https://patreon.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 at 208-991-4783 Follow us… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42141150

Words at War: The Ship (Encore) (A0106) 07/18/2026

Words at War: The Ship (Encore) (A0106) Today’s Adventure: A British light cruiser escorts a desperately needed convoy to Malta when the Italian fleet appears on the horizon, threatening to overwhelm the outnumbered Allied force. As the officers and crew of the HMS Artemis face impossible odds, courage, discipline, and tactical ingenuity are put to the ultimate test. Original Radio Broadcast: July… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42135105

Philip Marlowe: Young Man’s Fancy (Encore) (EP5020) 07/17/2026

Philip Marlowe: Young Man’s Fancy (Encore) (EP5020) Today’s Mystery: Marlowe becomes concerned with the strange behavior of the man who runs the neighborhood fruit stand. Original Air Date: July 28, 1951 Starring Gerald Mohr as Philip Marlowe Support the show monthly at https://patreon.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… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42125480

Philip Marlowe: The Long Way Home (Encore) (EP5019) 07/16/2026

Philip Marlowe: The Long Way Home (Encore) (EP5019) Today’s Mystery: An older man hires to Marlowe to find his pretty young wife. Original Air Date: August 4, 1951 Starring Gerald Mohr as Philip Marlowe Support the show monthly at https://patreon.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… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42110025

Suspense: The Pit and the Pendulum (AWR0303) 07/15/2026

Suspense: The Pit and the Pendulum (AWR0303) This week in our summer series featuring old-time radio appearances by actors who later played killers on Columbo, we spotlight José Ferrer. Ferrer stars as a French artillery captain condemned by the Spanish Inquisition, who must endure a terrifying psychological ordeal while struggling to preserve his sanity and his hope of survival. Original Radio Broadcast… /episode/index/show/greatdetectives/id/42098840

Podcast – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

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