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The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery Dramas

Adam Graham|Old Time Radio Detective Host
Fraud
Insurance Fraud
Confidence Men
Criminal Justice
The Falcon
Ellery Queen
Murder Investigation
Mrs. Leslie Markham
Floyd Markham
Obituary Scams
Dangerous Assignment
Murder
Los Angeles Police Department
New York
Insurance Investigation
Endowment Policy
Burton James Secor
Caribbean Legion
San Francisco
Violent Crime

Are you ready for a mystery? Get ready to unleash your inner sleuth. Every day Monday-Saturday, we feature a different detective audio drama from the Golden Age of Radio. Our current mystery-solving line-up of radio detectives includes The Adventures of the Falcon, Charlie Chan, Broadway's My Beat, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar, and Dragnet.Whether you want to listen to a mystery before going to sleep... more

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Latest Episodes

Today's Mystery: A musician is implicated in a burglary that led to murder.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1950 or 1951

Originating from Sydney

Starring: William Rees as Charlie Chan; Rodney Jacobs

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Today's Mystery: Grainger encounters a terrified woman on a rainy night who is running from a man whom she says she saw murder another man.

Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1956 or 1957

Originating from Australia

Starring: Harp McGuire as Steve Grai... more

Gregory Hood Importers acquires a ceremonial sacrificial dagger and then receives a death threat from a woman claiming to be an Aztec priestess.

Original Air Date: June 10, 1946

Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net

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Today's Adventure: A husband and wife team of geologists are recruited by the IRS to journey into Tibet to seek the favor of the Dalai Lama. They find themselves in competition with two Nazi officers.

Original Radio Broadcast: August 13, 1950

Origi... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Garson
Suspect involved in the burglary gang
Episode: Dragnet: The Big Set-Up (EP4809)
Virginia Ramsey
Leader of the burglary gang
Episode: Dragnet: The Big Set-Up (EP4809)
Robert Playfield
A well-known scientist and electronics expert.
Episode: Danger with Grainger: The FBI and the Scientist (EP4806)
Larry Santos
Club owner with ties to the Benton case and Claire Benton.
Episode: Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Killer's List Matter (EP4759)
Alvin Whiting
A character involved in the business deal with Benton and Mayfield, who claims to have vital information regarding their deaths.
Episode: Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Killer's List Matter (EP4759)
Art Flynn
Business editor of Sporting News
Sporting News
Episode: Ellery Queen: The World Series Crime (Encore) (EP4708)
Ken Sears
New York Yankee catcher
New York Yankees
Episode: Ellery Queen: The World Series Crime (Encore) (EP4708)
Jackie Robinson
Famous baseball player and star of the episode
Brooklyn Dodgers
Episode: The Adventures of Abbotts: The Blood Red Diamond (EP4707)
Vincent Price
Famous actor and radio star
Not specified
Episode: Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Price of Fame Matter (EP4699)

Host

Adam Graham
Host of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • No i won’t might like

    The slip ins are never relevant but always irritating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liz in Texas
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love Adam's podcasts!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KBMcG
    2 months ago
  • Exceptionally good podcast

    This podcast is great! They curate and clean up old recordings from the golden age of radio (1920’s to 1950’s). The radio plays are usually entertaining and provide an interesting, educational window to the past. Because these are old recordings some are too raspy to listen comfortably, but they have many hundreds of shows.

    The host of the podcast is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic and provides interesting commentary, perspective and analysis about these whodunit stories. Unfortunately... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SouperDave99
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show

    Love this show. Lots of variety and clear recordings. Those who don’t like the host’s dialect should get over yourselves… we all have one. Maybe spend more time being grateful than critical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Failed communication
    United States3 months ago
  • Best in the genre

    Wide variety that changes semi-regularly. With a different show six days a week, there is a show for anyone. There have been a few over the years that I haven’t connected with, but with six shows a week this is a trifle. I know some have a problem with Adam’s voice and or commentary, but that is not the basis of this podcast. I for one appreciate the historical context and for those who don’t there is a skip button and Adam always puts in a small pause between his opening and the start of the ra... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scholaracerecords
    United States4 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many fans emphasize the nostalgia factor, making it a favorite for those with fond memories of old-time radio.
Listeners appreciate the broad variety of classic detective stories offered daily.
There is a consistent request for less intrusive ads and marketing interruptions within episodes.
The personal commentary and humor from the host enrich the listening experience, despite some criticism regarding his voice.

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#8
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#36
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#5
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#13
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#14
United Kingdom/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#110
United Kingdom/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dragnet: The Big Sophomore (EP4814)
Q: Did your mother know that you were stealing the food and medicine that you used to bring home?
Harry implies that his mother probably knew about the stealing, but felt compelled to bring her whiskey instead.
Dragnet: The Big Sophomore (EP4814)
Q: What was it, then? Was somebody forcing you to steal?
No, Harry denied anyone forced him to steal, saying it was something he had to do.
Cloak and Dagger: A Recommendation from Rommel (A0022)
Q: Did he think they spoke Spanish?
This confusion arose regarding the interactions with the characters.
Broadway's My Beat: The John Webster Murder Case (EP4777)
Q: When did you see him last?
October 17, 135, in the PM, the year of our Lord, 1941, the day we were divorced.
Broadway's My Beat: The John Webster Murder Case (EP4777)
Q: Did you fight with him?
I don't know. Do you remember screaming?

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Daily episodes feature classic detective audio dramas, primarily from the Golden Age of Radio, encompassing well-known series like 'Yours Truly Johnny Dollar', 'Dragnet', and 'Charlie Chan'. The content combines gripping narratives with insightful commentary, enhancing the listening experience for those nostalgic for vintage radio dramas or newer audiences eager for suspenseful stories. Each episode is enriched by the host's humor and commentary, making it an engaging journey through different mystery genres and styles. Unique in its commitment to daily releases, this podcast offers a broad range of classic detective tales, effectively appealing to both dedicated fans of old-time radio and inquisitive newcomers alike.

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Recent guests on The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio include:

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2. Virginia Ramsey
3. Robert Playfield
4. Larry Santos
5. Alvin Whiting
6. Art Flynn
7. Ken Sears
8. Jackie Robinson

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