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Great Detectives of Old Time Radio Volume 2|Mystery Audio Dramas

Adam Graham|Old Time Radio Detective Host
Murder
Johnny Dollar
Nick Carter
Insurance Investigation
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar
San Francisco
Murder Investigation
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar
Insurance Fraud
Gregory Hood
New York
Murder Mystery
The Line Up
New Orleans
Manhunt
Police Investigation
Christmas
New York City
The Sea Legs Matter
San Francisco, United States

Adam Graham continues his journey through Old Time Radio Detective programs from their first available adventure to their final bow in Seasons 4-6 which were released between 2012 and 2015, featuring nearly 1,000 Old Time Radio episodes. You can listen to the current podcast feed of The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio here.Picking up where we left off at the end of Volume 1, Volume 2 begins by ... more

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Release Date: July 15, 2014

Pat Novak is hired by an attorney to keep an eye on a woman whose husband has returned from the Navy. The Attorney alleges the husband is an imposter.

Original Air Date: May 8, 1949

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Release Date: July 14, 2014

Inspector Black is called in to investigate threats against a beloved local vicar.

Original Air Date: August 21, 1951

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Release Date: July 12, 2014

The police go to investigate a suicide but find evidence that suggests it was a fame in “Deadly Poker Game.”

A Judge is missing and a reporter and his faithful photographer are on the trail but are sidetracked at a fire ... more

Release Date: July 11, 2014

Johnny goes to Lake Mojave to investigate the death of a fishing guide/retiree with a greedy family.

Original Air Date: February 3, 1957

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Recent Guests

Gloria Blondell
Cast member featured in tonight's cast
Entertainment/Radio
Episode: Philip Marlowe: The Heart of Gold (EP1301)
Ben Wright
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Entertainment/Radio
Episode: Philip Marlowe: The Heart of Gold (EP1301)
Jack Moyles
Cast member featured in tonight's cast
Entertainment/Radio
Episode: Philip Marlowe: The Heart of Gold (EP1301)
John Zaner
Cast member featured in tonight's cast
Entertainment/Radio
Episode: Philip Marlowe: The Heart of Gold (EP1301)
Gerald Moore
Actor, Philip Marlowe
Radio program cast
Episode: Philip Marlowe: Where There’s a Will (EP1295)
Laura Olson Rasmussen
Daughter-in-law of Ellis Rasmussen, central figure in the Rasmussen matter
Rasmussen family
Episode: Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Rasmussen Matter (EP1273)
Dorothy Patrick
Actress in Lux Radio Theater adaptation of Lady in the Lake
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (mentioned in dialogue)
Episode: Lux Radio Theater: The Lady in the Lake (EP1271)
Noel Donley
Actor playing the character Donley on the episode
Episode: The Chase: Elliott Preston Is Framed for Murder (EP1250s)
Irving Pitchell
Guest producer on Lux Radio Theater adaptation
Lux Radio Theater
Episode: Lux Radio Theatre: Murder My Sweet (EP1241)

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Adam Graham
Host and curator of classic detective and crime radio, specializing in reviving vintage series and providing historical context around Golden Age productions.

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Long Shot Matter, Parts One and Two (EP1149)
Q: What do you want here? You can see she isn't well.
Eric Palmquist confronts Johnny Dollar, revealing the family's distress over their mother's condition.
The Line Up: The Sobbin’ Sisters Saga (EP1148)
Q: What time was that?
Beth mentions Hank left around 4 AM after they had dinner together.
The Line Up: The Sobbin’ Sisters Saga (EP1148)
Q: Do you have any enemies in town?
Mrs. Leonard insists she has no enemies.
Amazing Mr. Malone: The Dude (EP1132)
Q: What will you do if you don't learn anything by noon?
I will still surrender to the cops.
Nick Carter: The Missing Harold Ascort (EP1098)
Q: What shall we do about it, Mr. Carter?
Nick instructs Mrs. Ascort to follow the kidnappers' instructions regarding the exchange for her son.

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This show curates a wide range of Golden Age detective and crime drama from classic radio, focusing on iconic investigators and hard‑boiled storytelling. Episodes cover private eyes, police procedurals, and courtroom‑style mysteries, often highlighting sharp dialogue, atmospheric sound design, and era‑specific sponsorships. Notable strengths include a deep catalog approach, thoughtful host narration that frames historical context, and a commitment to reviving long‑running series alongside lesser‑known mysteries. For potential listeners, the appeal lies in thorough explorations of vintage mysteries, with accessible discussions that illuminate both the plots and the era's production style.

A distinctive aspect is the breadth of franchises co... more

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