
Listen to the adventures of that man with the action-packed account, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar. From 1949-62, the freelance insurance investigator relayed his adventures to the golden age of radio listeners via his action-packed account. In one of the longest-running old-time radio mystery detective programs.Six actors played Johnny Dollar. Currently, we're posting episodes starring Bob Bailey, th... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 693 | Founded | 15 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DramaPerforming ArtsFictionArts | |||

Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to California to investigate a case of modern day pilots robbing a yacht at sea.
Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 15, 1959
Originated from Hollywood
Stars: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar.Virginia Gregg, Eleanor Audley... more
Today's Mystery: Johnny investigates a theft from a men's clothing store that has apparently left the night watchman dead.
Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 8, 1959
Originating from Hollywood
Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Lillian Buyef... more
Today's Mystery: Johnny Dollar receives a telephone call from a denizen of the Parisian underworld about an insured oil painting.
Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 22, 1959
Originating from Hollywood
Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; G.... more
Today's Mystery: An eccentric elderly woman has Johnny guard her while she's wearing a valuable necklace to a party.
Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 15, 1959
Originating from Hollywood
Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Lillian Buyeff;... more
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The actual Johnny Dollar show itself is really good. Good quality and plot. However the commentary before and after the show takes a lot of time and frankly is quite annoying. The voice of the commentator is very annoying and the commentary he gives is second-rate.
Perhaps my favorite podcast!
I enjoy Adam’s compilations of OTR episodes; but sorry dood, Adam’s voice is not fun to listen to. And the intro music is clown car music. Just stinking play the episodes and call it a day.
This is by far my #1 podcast! I am a huge fan of classic radio drama shows and Yours Truly is my favorite. I listen while driving, I listening while doing dishes, I listen next to the fireplace in the winter and I even go to sleep with it playing.
Adam - thank you for putting this together week after week!
Years ago, I enjoyed listening to the SiriusXM old-time radio channel when driving. I found the old dramas to be good company on long drives. I no longer need to drive as much, but still found these old dramas great company when going on my walks, and was happy to find this channel on a podcast format. Adam is truly exceptional in this genre, my family now does a great impression of his “Welcome back” when he starts his post- show, which is a great tribute! I now follow his Patreon, well worth s... more
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The series showcases the thrilling escapades of Johnny Dollar, a freelance insurance investigator, through his action-packed, mystery-laden journey in the golden age of radio. Each episode promises intricate plots revolving around insurance fraud, murder mysteries, and suspenseful investigations with a variety of engaging storylines that reflect societal issues of the time. The host, providing insightful commentary and humor, adds a layer of context that enriches the listening experience, creating both nostalgia and a vibrant connection to the past. Episodes feature a rotation of actors portraying Dollar over the years, offering listeners a unique chance to enjoy classic performances alongside behind-the-scenes insights.
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