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Dangerous Assignment
Espionage
American Cancer Society
Iron Curtain
Venezuela
Puerto Montego
Caribbean Legion
The Maracaibo Club
Cairo
Bomb
Saigon
Oslo
Freedom House
Rabaul, New Guinea
Leto Sands
Smuggling
Alexander
Ken Merrick
World War II
The Bureau

Adam Graham is your guide as each week we present another episode of Dangerous Assignment, a 1949-53 radio starring Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell, a troubleshooter who throws into danger all around the world in stories of mystery and international intrigue.

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Latest Episodes

Today's Mystery:Steve goes to New Guinea, hoping to discover through talking with a notorious smuggler the identity and location of a Mr. Big in a gun-smuggling operation.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 7, 1953Originating in Hollywood

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Steve goes to Trieste, Italy to meet someone on a street car with information about the location of a report on foreign knowledge of US atomic secrets.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 31, 1952

Originating in Hollywood

Starring: Brian Donle... more

Today's Mystery: The son of a lecturing professor is missing from a boarding school in Stockholm and Steve needs to find him in order to break up an international spy ring.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 24, 1952

Originated in Hollywood

S... more

Today's Mystery: Steve goes to Turkey to investigate sabotage on a road project that the U.S. is subsidizing and providing expertise for.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 17, 1952

Originating in Hollywood

tars: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitche... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Barlow
School teacher from the College of New England, embarking on a new career as a writer.
College of New England
Episode: Dangerous Assignment: Recover a Hospital Chart
Lord Byron
Calypso singer and Steve's ally
Episode: Dangerous Assignment: Forged Identification Papers Racket
Brian Donlevy
Star of Dangerous Assignment as Steve Mitchell
NBC
Episode: Dangerous Assignment: Contact Lefty the Trained Seal

Host

Adam Graham
Host of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Wayback machine

    These are great. A cool look back in time with the issues of the day and old ads. Some things never change. I enjoy these adventures as cheesy as they are. It translates well for a podcast. Steve is out to save the world or American interests. There’s always a “dame.” Adam’s post show recaps are enjoyable as well. Not all of the old time detective shows from the other series have a good sound mix. This one is generally good and easy to hear during a car ride. The studio orchestra can sometimes m... more

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    NormeeB
    United States3 years ago

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#235
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#151
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#190
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#212
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#243
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Dangerous Assignment: Who Killed Captain Rocq?
Q: Did you get anything out of Rocq before he died?
No, but a few hours before his death, he was seen at Hassim's.

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This podcast centers around classic radio dramas featuring exciting tales of espionage and international intrigue with a lead character as a government troubleshooter navigating complex global scenarios. Each episode presents a new mission involving elements of danger, mystery, and occasional humor, often set against the backdrop of historical events or locations that enhance the storytelling. Through rich soundscapes and engaging narratives, listeners are transported to a world where every episode encapsulates the thrill of detective work and the challenges of espionage, making it particularly appealing to fans of old-time radio and enthusiasts of classic storytelling.

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