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    The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery Dramas

    Are you ready for a mystery? Get ready to unleash your inner sleuth. Every day Monday-Saturday, we feature a different detective audio drama from the Golden Age of Radio. Our current mystery-solving line-up of radio detectives includes The Adventures of the Falcon, Charlie Chan, Broadway’s My Beat, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, and Dragnet.

    Whether you want to listen to a mystery before going to sleep or enjoy some drama while driving, or just feel nostalgia for old-school radio fiction, we have you covered with six audio dramas every week.

    Podcast Award finalist Host Adam Graham has been your guide through dozens of old-time radio detective series since 2009. He provides insightful commentary and humor after each episode and responds to listener questions and feedback. You can subscribe to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio from your favorite podcast app or by visiting our website at http://www.greatdetectives.net.

    We are currently in our fifteenth season of provided suspenseful mystery dramas. Our podcast feed captures the last 1,000 episodes we’ve released including all of seasons thirteen and fourteen, and part of season twelve. We have created two archive feeds: Volume 1, which features our first three seasons and Volume 2, which features seasons four-six, and Volume 3 which will feature Seasons Seven through Nine.

    Our feed includes old time radio recorded in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and also Australia.

    The current actors featured in our old time radio detective podcast include Les Damon, Bob Bailey, Larry Thor, Walter Connolly, and Jack Webb. Other actors featured within the past 1,000 include Alice Frost, Howard Duff, Glenn Langan, Herbert Marshall, Gerald Mohr, Joel McCrea, Les Tremayne, Jackson Beck, Santos Ortega, Ned Wever, Karl Swenson, and more.

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    Counterspy: Flatbush Fagin (A0112) Aug 08, 2026
    Show notes

    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 of crime.
    Original Radio Broadcast:Septemnber 13, 1949
    Originating from New York
    Cast:Don MacLaughlin as David Harding
    Mandel Kramer as Harry PetersDirected by Leonard L. Bass
    Dramatized by Edward Adamson
    Music by Jesse Crawford
    A Philip H. Lord production for Pepsi-Cola
    To subscribe to this podcast and, go to https://greatadventures.info/
    Become one of our ongoing Patreon supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, Patreon supporter since May 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


    Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Only One Butt Matter (EP5035) Aug 07, 2026
    Show notes

    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 Broadcast Date: July 5, 1959
    Originated from Hollywood
    Stars:
    Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar
    Virginia Gregg
    Les Tremayne
    Herb Vigran
    Alan Reed
    Frank Gerstle
    Jack Edwards
    Jack Grimes
    Written, produced, and directed by Jack Johnstone
    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: James, Patreon supporter since April 2016.
    Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.net
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    Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.


    Dragnet: The Big Safe (EP5034) Aug 06, 2026
    Show notes

    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 Date: May 1, 1952
    Originating from Hollywood
    Cast:
    Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday
    Harry Bartell
    Stacey Harris
    Jack Kruschen
    Script by Jim Moser
    Music by Walter Schumann
    Technical advice from the Office of Chief of Police, W. H. Parker, Los Angeles Police Department
    Technical advisors: Captain Jack Donohoe, Sergeant Marty Wynn, and Sergeant Vance Brasher
    Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Jeffrey, Patreon Supporter since October2023
    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
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    Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.


    Broadway's My Beat: The Lois Conrad Murder Case (EP5033) Aug 05, 2026
    Show notes

    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 in HollywoodCast:

    • Larry Thor as Detective Danny Clover
    • Charles Calvert as Sgt. Gino Tartaglia
    • Jack Kruschen as Detective Muggavan
    • Paula Winslow as Sylvia Hewitt
    • Ted Osborne as Carl Hewitt
    • Lou Merrill as Mr. Conrad
    • Featured: Truda Marson and Shep Mencken
    • Written by Morton Fine and David Friedkin
    • Produced and directed by Elliott Lewis
    • Musical score composed and conducted by Alexander Courage
    Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day:Jeff, 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.net
    Give us a call 208-991-4783
    Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives
    Become one of our friends on Facebook.
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    Join us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

    The Big Story: Forty Minutes to Meet a Deadline (EP5032) Aug 04, 2026
    Show notes

    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 Nat Polen as Bus Bergen
    Also featuring Kathleen Nadeau, Brad Barker, Mel Ruick, Phil Sterling, Larry Robinson, Court Benson, and Les Darcy (unconfirmed)
    Based on the true experiences of Cleveland Press reporter Bus Bergen
    .Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Jeff, Patreon supporter since May 2023
    Platinum Patreon Supporters: Ian, Michael, Gary, and Robert, supporting the podcast since August 201
    6Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
    Take our listener survey at https://survey.greatdetectives.net
    Give us a call: 208-991-4783
    Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/greatdetectives
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    The Saint: The Horrible Hamburger (EP5031) Aug 03, 2026
    Show notes

    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 10, 1950
    Originating from Hollywood
    Starring Vincent Price as Simon Templar, The Saint. Also featuring Louise Erickson, Noreen Gammill, Arthur Q. Bryan, Dave Light, and Larry Dobkin as Louie.
    Written by Louis Vittes. Music composed and conducted by Van Dexter.
    Directed by Helen Mack.
    Announced by Don Stanley.
    Based on characters created by Leslie Charteris. A James L. Saphier production.
    Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Martin, Patreon supporter since September 2017.
    Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
    Take our listener survey at https://survey.greatdetectives.net
    Give us a call at 208-991-4783
    Become one of our friends on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/radiodetectives
    Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/greatdetectives
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    Join us again next time for another adventure of The Saint.


    Counterspy: The Courageous Come-On (A0110) Aug 01, 2026
    Show notes

    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 New York
    Starring Don MacLaughlin as David Harding and Mandel Kramer as PetersAlso featuring Virginia Gregg
    Directed by William M. Sweets
    Dramatized by Palmer Thompson
    Music by Jesse Crawford
    A Philip H. Lord production for Pepsi-Cola
    The program concludes with a special message prepared by Vice President Alvin W.
    Barkley regarding employment opportunities for disabled veterans and workers.
    Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: David, Patreon supporter since January 2019
    Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
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    Join us again next time for another adventure on Counterspy.


    Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Mei-Ling Buddha Matter (EP5030) Jul 31, 2026
    Show notes

    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.
    Original Radio Broadcast: June 28, 1959
    Originating from Hollywood
    Starring Bob Bailey as Johnny DollarAlso featuring Virginia Gregg, Paul Dubov, Will Wright, and Boris Aplon
    Written, produced, and directed by Jack Johnstone
    Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: None
    Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
    Take our listener survey at https://survey.greatdetectives.net
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    Join us again next time for another adventure with Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar.


    Dragnet: The Big Elevator (EP5029) Jul 30, 2026
    Show notes

    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.
    Original Radio Broadcast: April 24, 1952
    Originating from Hollywood
    Starring Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday and Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero's successor, Bill Lockwood
    Also featuring Martin Milner, Vic Perrin, and Gwen DelanoScript by Jim MoserMusic by Walter Schumann
    Technical advice from the Office of Chief of Police, W. H. Parker, Los Angeles Police Department, with technical advisors Captain Jack Donohoe, Sergeant Marty Wynn, and Sergeant Vance Brasher
    Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Damien, Patreon supporter since March 2024
    Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
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    Join us again next time for another case from the files of Dragnet.


    Broadway's My Beat: The John Elgin Murder Case (EP5028) Jul 29, 2026
    Show notes

    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 from Hollywood
    Starring Larry Thor as Detective Danny Clover. Also featuring Charles Calvert as Sgt. Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Detective Muggavan, Louise Lewis as Margaret Elgin, Bill Bouchey as Ray Ford, Charlotte Lawrence, Billy Halop, and Steve Roberts
    Written by Morton Fine and David Friedkin
    Produced and directed by Elliott Lewis
    Musical score composed and conducted by Alexander Courage
    Support the podcast monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net
    Patreon Supporter of the Day: Catherine, Patreon supporter since November 2025
    Support the show on a one-time basis at https://support.greatdetectives.net
    Mail a donation to:Adam Graham
    PO Box 15913
    Boise, ID 83715
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    Follow us on Instagram at https://instagram.com/greatdetectives
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