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Murder
Los Angeles
Los Angeles Police Department
Dragnet
Murder Investigation
San Francisco
Sam Spade
Homicide
Broadway
Insurance Fraud
Johnny Dollar
New York
Philip Marlowe
Insurance Investigation
Robbery
Wild Root Cream Oil
Juvenile Delinquency
Barrie Craig
Domestic Violence
California

Welcome to 1001 Radio Crime Solvers - where you can enjoy the best radio detective stories from the golden age of radio. This was a time when TV was still in its infancy and radio was in its creative heyday- using top writers and top talent to capture huge audiences, and shows featuring hard boiled detectives like Sam Spade, Richard Diamond, Philip Marlowe, and Johnny Dollar competed for prime tim... more

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Latest Episodes

⭐ SHOW NOTES — 1001 Radio Crime Solvers Richard Diamond, Private Detective "The Renee Benet Murder Case" & "The Bill Kirby Murder Case" Episode 1 — The Renee Benet Murder Case This episode opens with Richard Diamond stepping into a world of elegance,... more

🎙️ SHOW NOTES — Mr. and Mrs. North: "The Last Escape" 1001 Radio Crime Solvers Podcast

In "The Last Escape," Pam and Jerry North find themselves caught up in a mystery involving a magician whose final act becomes far too real. When a celebrated es... more

🎙️ SHOW NOTES — Richard Diamond, Private Detective: "The Charles Welsh and Bob Walch Case" 1001 Radio Crime Solvers Podcast

In "The Charles Welsh and Bob Walch Case," Richard Diamond is pulled into a tense investigation involving two men whose liv... more

🎙️ SHOW NOTES — Dragnet: "The Big Mannequin" 1001 Radio Crime Solvers Podcast

In "The Big Mannequin," Friday and Smith are called to investigate a case that begins with a bizarre discovery inside a department store window. What looks like an ordin... more

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Victoria Jamieson
Maternal figure seeking custody and exposing family dynamics
Jamison family
Episode: THE LAST ESCAPE and FOOL'S GOLD MR. AND MRS. NORTH
William Gargon
Star of Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator
Episode: A VERY ODD JOB and DIARY OF DEATH BARRIE CRAIG CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATOR
Elspeth Eric
Featured in the role of Ann Kelly
Episode: A VERY ODD JOB and DIARY OF DEATH BARRIE CRAIG CONFIDENTIAL INVESTIGATOR
Eugene Lawrence
Publisher, invited guest on the episode
Episode: MISSING SPARKLER and PAM TAKES A MESSAGE MR. ND MRS NORTH
Bob Bailey
Actor known for portraying Johnny Dollar in the series
CBS Radio
Episode: THE UNHOLY TWO and THE EVAPORATED CLUE MATTER YOURS TRULY, JOHNNY DOLLAR
Antonina Aguirre
Woman deported from the United States to Portugal; connected to subversive groups
Portugal / immigration case
Episode: STOLEN INFORMATION GROUP (NORWAY) and FIND ANTONINA (PORTUGAL) DANGEROUS ASSIGNMENT
Joyce Harrods
Miss Harrods who brings a case to Father Brown
Character in the episode
Episode: THE THREE TOOLS OF DEATH and THE MYSTIFIED MIND ADVENTURES OF FATHER BROWN
Little White Lilac
The fairest Indian maid of all who becomes a pivotal character in one of the mysteries.
Nipmuc tribe
Episode: THE INDIAN CAPER and THE HONEST THIEF ADVENTURES OF SAM SPADE
Chief Black Cloud
Chief of the Santee Dakota, involved in a mystery surrounding the disappearance of an engineer.
Episode: THE INDIAN CAPER and THE HONEST THIEF ADVENTURES OF SAM SPADE

Host

John Hagedorn
Host associated with multiple episodes; linked to 1001 Stories Network/CBS Radio presence.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 116 ratings
  • Well curated podcast

    There are dozens of OTR podcasts, but I find this one particularly well curated, and the embedded ads are not too annoying. Thanks for your continued effort.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcast-lover-now-in-pnw
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Selection!

    Great selection and assortment of radio crime stories. So much fun to hear the stories I imagine my parents used to listen to. Keep up the great work Jon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New Mexico Gal
    United States2 years ago
  • So good!

    I’ve been looking for something like this for ages! Excellent cast of characters, wonderful recreation of vintage mysteries. Super fun to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DancingWeos
    United States3 years ago
  • What a great find!

    What a great find of vintage detective shows. I am hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TreeMac4
    United States3 years ago
  • Super Collection of Crime stories

    1001 has a fantastic collection of radio crime stories very interesting and entertaining.Look forward to hearing each episode.

    Sean Yonkers New York

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Irish gal 333
    United States3 years ago

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Guests and reenactments are a standout, contributing to a vivid, theater-like listening experience.
The show is a great entry point for fans of classic detectives and offers a satisfying mix of suspense and wit.
Listeners praise the careful curation of vintage crime stories and the balance of nostalgia with high-quality production.

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THE BIG JOLT and THE BIG LIE
Q: Do they allow girls in this place, too?
Yeah, as long as you know the $5 bill gimmick, anybody can get in.
THE BIG JOLT and THE BIG LIE
Q: Where'd you get the liquor?
Doug said it was from a place near school called Sam's Club.
THE BIG JOLT and THE BIG LIE
Q: Where did you get the liquor, son?
He admitted to having a couple of drinks before the fight, although he could not remember where he got it.
THE BIG JOLT and THE BIG LIE
Q: What started the fight, son?
He said something about wanting to cause trouble, implying that he did not feel guilty and was adamant that the other kid was wrong.
THE LOW TIDE MATTER and THE IMPERFECT CRIME MATTER YOURS TRULY, JOHNNY DOLLAR
Q: What did Johnny Dollar uncover about Michael Brady?
Johnny uncovers that Michael Brady has a history of suspicious behavior and may have ulterior motives regarding his partner's death in order to benefit from the insurance policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1001 Radio Crime Solvers

What is 1001 Radio Crime Solvers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers immersive classic-era crime dramas drawn from golden-age radio. Listeners can expect sharp banter, hard-boiled detectives, and intricate whodunits featuring iconic sleuths such as Spade, Marlowe, and The Falcon, often with noir atmospherics, clever plot twists, and period-appropriate production. The episodes tend to blend suspense, wit, and character-driven storytelling, making it appealing to fans of vintage mystery and radio drama, as well as sponsors seeking nostalgic, character-rich narratives with broad cross-generational appeal. A notable strength is the consistent curation of well-known detectives and a rotating cast that preserves a feel of live-era radio theater while delivering polished, modern-looked recaps and r... more

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1. Victoria Jamieson
2. William Gargon
3. Elspeth Eric
4. Eugene Lawrence
5. Bob Bailey
6. Antonina Aguirre
7. Joyce Harrods
8. Little White Lilac

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