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Old Time Radio Mystery Specials

Adam Graham
Maltese Falcon
Sam Spade
Suspense
Humphrey Bogart
Thunder On the Hill
Murder
Mary Astor
Sidney Greenstreet
Crime Investigation
Roseville Murders
Old Time Radio
Barbara Rush
Claudette Colbert
Vic Kennedy
Arthur Matson
Laura Manson
Sherlock Holmes
Richard Diamond
Johnny Dollar
Masafuera

Enjoy a series of unusual episodes of the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio including old time radio mystery movie adaptations from the Lux Radio Theater, Screen Guild Theater, and similar programs. As well as episodes Escape, Suspense, and Murder Clinic, along with some truly different programs including Roy Rogers, Mayor of the Town, Superman, and Cavalcade of America. Also comparisons of how t... more

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Release Date: July 16, 2011

This Suspense doublebill features two episodes of CBS’ signature anthology series.

First in "Menace in Wax," a reporter is summoned to a wax museum and finds a code that could spell trouble for a war plant in Great Brita... more

Today we take a look at the evolution of E. Jack Neumann's story that became the five-part Johnny Dollar serial.

Jeff Regan: The Man in the Church

Regan is hired for a simple job of delivering $5,000 to a man, but finds himself wanted for murder.

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Today's Mystery: Andy Hardy takes a job as a night watchman only to seemingly have the whole warehouse he's guarding disappear.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 10, 1951

Originating from Hollywood

Starring: Mickey Rooney as Andy Hardy; Fay Hol... more

Release Date: May 07, 2011

A man (Edmund O’Brien) is poisoned and spends his last days trying to find the man who murdered him.

Original Air Date: June 21, 1951

Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net

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Jim Grinstead
Host of the Scams and Cons Podcast, and a former journalist with expertise in scams
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Episode: Old Time Radio Con Games Special
Tom Fox
Owner of the Compliance Podcast Network, host of multiple compliance-related podcasts
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Donna Fletcher Crow
A novelist of British history, who has written over 50 books across various genres.
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Adam Graham
Host of the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio, specializing in classic detective stories and adaptations of old-time radio shows. He brings a wealth of knowledge on historical contexts and storytelling techniques from the era.

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Decent enough podcast playing olde timey radio plays. I only listened to hear the Orson Welles version of The Man Who Was Thursday by G. K. Chesterton, which would be have been fine and worthy of a decent or no review, but the throwaway way in which the host likened Anarchists to Al-Qaeda was repugnant, misleading and dangerous.

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    4 years ago

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Q: What are the compliance lessons that you could draw from the elusive agent?
The lesson includes thorough investigation, attention to detail, ethical conduct, critical thinking, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Old Time Radio Con Games Special
Q: How do you pull off a con on the whole world so that they think you're something you're not?
Jim explains the premise of his Vanishing series, emphasizing the difficulty of maintaining such a deception on a large scale.
Old Time Radio Con Games Special
Q: Do you think people are more wary of these sort of cons than they might have been in the past?
Jim reflects that despite expectations, many people still fall victim to scams due to naivety and trusting nature, exemplifying how some individuals, even those in the financial industry, can be deceived.
Old Time Radio Con Games Special
Q: What are some of the sneaky ways that con men will use in these sort of gambling cons?
Jim discusses the Three Card Monte and describes how shills are used to influence marks, ultimately leading them to believe they can win money.

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A unique exploration of old-time radio mystery adaptations and detective stories marks this audio series, drawing from classic programs such as Lux Radio Theater and Screen Guild Theater. Episodes feature a mix of humor, suspense, and dramatic storytelling, often showcasing adaptations of notable films and literary works. The discussions also include analyses of different interpretations of the same narrative across various detective shows, offering a multifaceted view of storytelling techniques in the early days of radio entertainment. Listeners can expect to enjoy engaging performances, memorable characters, and a nostalgic journey through radio history.

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