Night Beat Presented by the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Adam Graham Radio Detective PodcastsChicago Star Reporter Randy Stone walks the Night Beat, searching for stories for his column and finding heartache and mystery along the way in this classic and well-written 1950-52 mystery drama series. Adam Graham is your host and guide to every circulating episode of Night Beat.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 79 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Performing ArtsArts | |||
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Original Release Date: December 4, 2016
A seventy year-old man robs Randy at gunpoint and shoots him. Randy survives and sets out to find the robber at the request of the robber’s wife.
Original Air Date: March 6, 1950
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Original Release Date: November 20, 2016
A punch-drunk ex-boxing champion dreams of making peace with his ex-wife while living in a fantasy world.
Original Air Date: February 20, 1950
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Release Date: November 6, 2016
Randy Stone has to find a fastidious man who plans to commit suicide at midnight as a result of getting a false terminal diagnosis.
Original Air Date: February 6, 1950
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Release Date: October 24, 2016
Hank Mitchell’s friend is killed and he sets out to use his newspaper column to imply an infamous gangster is behind it. When Hank’s roughed up by some of the gangster’s men, he gets a gun to hunt him down.
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Really cool idea. These old radio shows had so much depth and character. It's like listening to an audio book. Great work with the intros. I would definitely recommend this podcast.
Podcast Addict52 months agolechuza007- Love your intros
Lots of OTR available. I love the backstories that you share. It sets you apart. Entertainment with history. Keep it up and thanks for your show!
Apple Podcasts5J Clam
United Statesa year ago - Randy sounds different
Why does Randy sound so distant and different later on?
Apple Podcasts3Rob900512United States4 years ago - The Host Talks Too Much
Love the show but not the host’s lengthy comments at beginning and end.
Apple Podcasts2ZeeghaUnited States4 years ago
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A classic mystery/drama set around a Chicago Star reporter who trails stories for his column, often stepping into noir scenarios filled with crime, psychological tension, and human drama. Episodes frequently center on investigative twists, intimate backstories, and moral ambiguities in midcentury urban life, with running threads of redemption, fame versus consequence, and the human cost of headlines. Notable strengths include sharp prose, well-drawn supporting characters, and a consistent mood that blends suspense with emotional depth. A standout for fans of vintage radio storytelling and hard-boiled interrogations of loyalty, pride, and danger.
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this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 79 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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