
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 265 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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The Alonzo Chapman Matter — Show Notes Summary Johnny Dollar is sent to Los Angeles to investigate the murder of Alonzo Chapman, a man gunned down in an alley shortly after leaving a hotel bar with a woman he had just met. What looks at first lik... more
The Virginia Towne Matter — Show Notes Summary Johnny Dollar is called in when a routine insurance claim involving Virginia Towne, a young woman with a spotless reputation, suddenly raises red flags. What begins as a simple verification job sends Joh... more
The Unholy Two — Show Notes Summary This episode pairs Johnny Dollar with two of the most troublesome characters he's ever had to deal with—an unlikely duo whose greed, scheming, and mutual distrust make them as dangerous to each other as they are to... more
🌍 Dangerous Assignment The series follows U.S. agent Steve Mitchell, dispatched on short‑notice missions to global hotspots. Each adventure blends espionage, undercover work, and improvised survival—an early template for the suave, globe‑hopping ope... more
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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.
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!
I’ve been looking for something like this for ages! Excellent cast of characters, wonderful recreation of vintage mysteries. Super fun to listen to!
What a great find of vintage detective shows. I am hooked!
1001 has a fantastic collection of radio crime stories very interesting and entertaining.Look forward to hearing each episode.
Sean Yonkers New York
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Listeners are treated to a diverse range of classic radio crime stories brought back to life, featuring iconic detectives such as Sam Spade, Johnny Dollar, and Philip Marlowe. Themes of mystery, suspense, betrayal, and comedy weave through episodes as listeners follow the investigations of these legendary characters. With an emphasis on storytelling, audiences experience carefully curated tales from a vibrant era in radio history, blending both traditional elements of the detective genre and rich character development. This collection is likely to resonate particularly with those who appreciate vintage narratives and the craft of storytelling through audio, making it a delightful escape for fans of mystery and crime adventure.
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1001 Radio Crime Solvers launched 3 years ago and published 265 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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