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Let George Do It Presented by the Great Detectives of Old TIme Radio

Adam Graham
Let George Do It
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Joe Burke
Detective Stories
Housing Shortage
George Valentine
World War II
Kessling Limited
Old Time Radio
William Harding
Mother Goose
Harriet
Frank Harding
Alice Barry
Dog Shows
Santa Claus
Post-War America
Hillcrest Sanitarium
Detective George Valentine
Mr. Winters

Adam Graham serves as your host, providing his idiosyncratic as he goes, as we go through the much underrated 1946-54 detective series starring a pre-Johnny Dollar Bob Bailey as Detective George Valentine a World War II vet, who along with his secretary and assistant Brooksie take on every case that's mailed to them.

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Latest Episodes

Original Release Date: November 23, 2011

The police find a boy apparently struck silent by a traumatic event and Lt. Riley asks George’s help in finding out who the boy is.

Original Air Date: November 20, 1950

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Original Release Date: November 16, 2011

George is called in by the husband of a woman who blames her marriage for the death of her father because he died while she was getting married.

Original Air Date: July 31, 1950

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Original Release Date: November 9, 2011

George is hired to buy an expensive luxury yacht. Instead, he finds the yacht’s not for sale and young men who have been working on it have died under mysterious circumstances.

Original Air Date: July 24, 195... more

Original Release Date: November 2, 2011

George is called to a college at the request of an uncle concerned with his nice who is a student. When George arrives, she dashes in front of his car.

Original Air Date: July 17, 1950

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Recent Guests

Lorraine Tuttle
Actress heard as Miss Abby
Episode: Let George Do It: The Witch of Mill Hollow
Rocco Banyan
Notorious gangster
Episode: Let George Do It: Death Begins at 45
Bernice Hillery
A young woman caught in a dilemma, traveling to Mexico City
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Episode: Let George Do It: The Floaters
Rachel Botsman
Lecturer at Oxford University and world-renowned trust expert
Oxford University
Episode: You Might Also Like: Revisionist History
Don Hejny
Founder of Nerdwax, a surf wax-inspired anti-slip solution for glasses.
Nerdwax
Episode: You Might Also Like: The Unshakeables
Kathleen Griffith
Co-host and commentator on entrepreneurship topics and small business journeys.
Episode: You Might Also Like: The Unshakeables
Brandon Littleton
Co-owner of Bag Lady's Fry Joint
Bag Lady's Fry Joint
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Jimmy Jones
Actor known for cowboy pictures and hero to children
Episode: Let George Do It: The Brooksdale Orphanage
Jeff Williams
A farmer from Three Oaks and cousin of George Valentine
Episode: Let George Do It: Cousin Jeff and the Pigs

Host

Adam Graham
Host and conduit for archival mystery content, with a focus on classic radio drama and sponsor integration.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 92 ratings
  • Sorry to see it end!

    I found this late. Sorry to see it go.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LumpyGolf
    United States12 years ago
  • The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio - Let George Do It

    Bob Bailey is one of the many great radio actors who added his voice to many listeners pleasures to listen to many old time radio shows.

    He is great in this show and in Yours Truly Johnny Dollar.

    He is the best.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    onlyjoan
    Canada13 years ago
  • Perfect mix!

    Despite some complaints from Adam, I absolutely love the mixture of comedy and mystery! Sometimes the murder mysteries and such can get a little too serious and bland and this makes it fun and silly, yet still the show in the "detective" category! Kind of reminds me of a radio version of Magnum P.I because of his humor :-)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hhgirl91
    United States14 years ago
  • The csi of old time radio

    If you like csi you'll like this!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sycondrin
    United States14 years ago

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The show is often likened to a radio-era experience, echoing classic detective vibes with modern accessibility.
High production value and strong voice acting are frequently praised, along with nostalgic framing.
Listeners appreciate the mix of humor and mystery, with some episodes leaning fun and entertaining rather than dark and grim.
The host's commentary is engaging, though a few listeners wish for tighter pacing in some episodes.

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Let George Do It: The Father Who Had Nothing to Say
Q: Why would Mr. Peterson want George to help him?
Mr. Peterson feels ashamed but wants to reconnect with his son if he's proven innocent.
Let George Do It: The Father Who Had Nothing to Say
Q: What does Ralph want George to find out?
He wants George to find out if his father, who is convicted of murder, is actually innocent.
Let George Do It: The Seven Murder
Q: What makes you so sure Neil Denquist is lying about the robbery?
His past behavior and the way he handled the situation suggest he is not being truthful.
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Q: What is one piece of advice for either aspiring or current business owners out there?
Work harder, work smarter, and understand that this is a cyclical process where both approaches are necessary.
Let George Do It: Cousin Jeff and the Pigs
Q: Why can't you have dinner with her?
Kathy reveals she cannot attend dinner because she has a husband.

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A longtime archival mystery and detective series is analyzed through classic radio episodes that blend noir, wit, and procedural twists. Listeners can expect intricate whodunits, cross-border capers, and character-driven puzzles featuring George Valentine, his secretary Brooksie, and a rotating cast of era-appropriate suspects. The show often balances suspense with lighthearted humor and meta-commentary, set against sponsor reads and vintage advertising. Noteworthy is the long-running format, strong vocal performances, and the way each episode threads clever misdirection with moral conclusions, making it appealing for fans of vintage mystery, audio drama, and media history.

A standout attribute is its consistent restoration of a pre-Johnny... more

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2. Rocco Banyan
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7. Brandon Littleton
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