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Detectives on the Air: Classic Radio Sleuths from the Golden Age Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to...
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Detectives on the Air: Classic Radio Sleuths from the Golden Age
Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to the greatest detective dramas from the golden age of radio. Join iconic sleuths like Johnny Dollar, Richard Diamond, Philip Marlowe, Philo Vance, and more as they solve thrilling mysteries and navigate the noir landscapes of classic crime. Each episode brings you a timeless tale of intrigue, suspense, and old-time detective work, perfect for fans of vintage radio and true crime. Rediscover these radio legends, and let their gripping stories captivate your imagination once more!
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Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to the greatest detective dramas from the golden age of radio. Join iconic sleuths like Johnny Dollar, Richard Diamond, Philip Marlowe, Philo Vance, and more as they solve thrilling mysteries and navigate the noir landscapes of classic crime. Each episode brings you a timeless tale of intrigue, suspense, and old-time detective work, perfect for fans of vintage radio and true crime. Rediscover these radio legends, and let their gripping stories captivate your imagination once more!
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27 OCT 2024 · In the classic episode “Who Took the Taxis for a Ride?” from Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Charles Russell stars as Johnny Dollar, the clever and quick-witted insurance investigator who tracks down missing vehicles and uncovers a web of deception. The story opens with Dollar investigating the disappearance of a dozen taxis, only to discover their connection to a priceless artifact known as the “Scarlet Madonna.” As the plot unfolds, listeners are introduced to “Fat Stuff,” a character inspired by Sydney Greenstreet’s iconic roles, bringing the classic noir vibe into play. Writers Paul Dudley and Alan Botzer skillfully intertwine suspense and intrigue, while Leith Stevens’ music heightens the tension at every turn.
With twists that echo the famed mystery of The Maltese Falcon, Johnny encounters a sultry femme fatale, a reformed bootlegger, and a series of suspects who keep him guessing. As he follows the clues across New York’s streets, Dollar’s trademark expense-account narrative style adds humor and authenticity, capturing the 1949 noir detective atmosphere perfectly. This captivating episode combines mystery, drama, and suspense, as Johnny Dollar once again delivers justice and keeps listeners hanging on every word.
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18 OCT 2024 · In “The Case of Barton Drake,” Johnny Dollar is tasked with tracking down Barton Drake, a man who disappeared seven years ago and is on the verge of being declared legally dead. As the clock ticks towards Drake’s official demise, Johnny follows a lead that places Drake at a prize fight in New York, setting the stage for a thrilling pursuit. What starts as a case to prevent a $30,000 insurance payout turns into a web of deception, a mysterious grandmother, and a high-stakes boat chase. Join Johnny as he navigates through false leads and deadly encounters to uncover the truth about the elusive Barton Drake in this gripping episode of “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar.”
11 OCT 2024 · In this intriguing episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, originally airing on April 15, 1949, freelance insurance investigator Johnny Dollar heads to Hollywood for a unique assignment: to protect the $100,000 insurance policy on a movie star’s legs. What starts as a straightforward bodyguard job quickly turns into a murder investigation when the star, Marilyn Major, is found dead, her famous legs intact but her life tragically cut short.
Johnny is thrust into a web of deception and danger, navigating the glamorous yet treacherous world of Hollywood. His investigation takes him through a tangle of love letters, suspicious characters, and hidden motives, all while trying to clear his own name after being framed by a mysterious woman. As the bodies pile up and the suspects close in, Johnny must rely on his wits and a bit of luck to unravel the truth behind the murder.
Featuring Charles Russell as Johnny Dollar and the skillful direction of Richard Sanville, this episode combines the charm of 1940s Hollywood with the gripping suspense that defines Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar. Listeners are treated to a thrilling mix of high-stakes insurance, noir-style intrigue, and sharp dialogue, making this a standout entry in the series.
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7 OCT 2024 · In this thrilling episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Johnny Dollar heads to post-war London to solve a high-stakes art theft. The priceless portrait of the Duke of Massen has disappeared, and Johnny is tasked with recovering it. What begins as a simple case of stolen art quickly spirals into a dangerous investigation filled with murder, smuggling, and deception. As Johnny navigates London’s criminal underworld, he must outsmart a group of dangerous criminals and untangle a web of intrigue to recover the painting and uncover the truth behind the theft.
Featuring the talented Charles Russell as Johnny Dollar, this episode showcases the intense and suspenseful drama that made Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar a standout in the world of radio detective fiction.
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29 SEP 2024 · In this intriguing episode of “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar,” Johnny investigates a case that revolves around a seemingly wealthy man named Milford Brooks III, who has taken out a $2 million insurance policy with a unique clause: it pays out in full in the event of suicide. When Milford Brooks suddenly disappears, Johnny Dollar is hired to get to the bottom of things, but he quickly discovers that there’s more to this mystery than meets the eye.
What begins as a routine insurance investigation soon takes a sinister turn when Johnny discovers that Milford Brooks had debts, gambling habits, and a fiancée he left behind. As Johnny digs deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of deceit, double-crossing, and high-stakes intrigue that leads him from the posh hotels of New York City to its seedy underbelly. With time running out and more questions than answers, can Johnny uncover the truth behind Milford Brooks’ disappearance before it’s too late?
Starring Charles Russell as Johnny Dollar, this episode showcases his sharp wit, relentless determination, and the razor-sharp dialogue that made “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar” one of the most popular detective radio dramas of its time. The suspenseful storyline keeps listeners on the edge of their seats, as Johnny navigates a labyrinth of lies, greed, and danger in his quest to solve the Milford Brooks III matter.
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25 SEP 2024 · In this thrilling episode of “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar,” freelance insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is tasked with looking into a series of mysterious accidents at the Funfair and Weatherly Carnival Shows. These “accidents” have been leaving a trail of injured victims and hefty insurance claims, and it’s up to Johnny to find out whether foul play is involved.
As he digs deeper into the chaotic world of carnivals, Johnny finds himself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse, with everyone seemingly harboring secrets. The investigation takes a chilling turn when Johnny learns of a man named Carter Lacy who recently left prison and might be out for revenge against those running the carnival. But is Carter the mastermind, or is he just another pawn in a bigger, more dangerous game?
With a cast of suspicious characters, a shadowy history, and a ticking clock, Johnny must unravel the mystery before the merry-go-round stops—and someone else gets hurt.
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Tune in to hear how Johnny Dollar navigates the twisted paths of deceit, danger, and murder in this classic episode of “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar.”
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22 SEP 2024 · In this suspenseful episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is assigned to protect businessman Robert Perry, but things quickly go wrong when Perry is blown to pieces shortly after Johnny arrives. With a beautiful but unfaithful wife, secretive business dealings, and explosive danger lurking at every turn, Johnny must navigate a tangled web of deceit and danger to uncover the truth. Originally aired on March 4, 1949, this episode delivers intrigue, mystery, and classic detective drama as Johnny tracks down the killer and uncovers a shocking conspiracy.
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17 SEP 2024 · In this thrilling episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Johnny sets sail for Singapore to expedite a shipment of tin, only to find himself entangled in a web of mystery. Everyone is searching for a mysterious "it," but what could it be? With a cast of suspicious characters, including a villain who could be Sydney Greenstreet's double, this adventure takes Johnny on a wild ride through intrigue and danger. Originally aired on February 25, 1949, this episode showcases the quick wit and fearless detective work that made Johnny Dollar a radio icon.
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16 SEP 2024 · In this inaugural episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Johnny tackles "The Parakoff Policy" case, filled with mystery, murder, and deception. A routine insurance investigation quickly spirals into a web of intrigue involving a seductive widow, a pair of crooked cops, and a deadly motive. Originally airing on February 18, 1949, this episode marks Johnny Dollar's first appearance as the "man with the action-packed expense account." Follow along as Johnny unravels the truth behind the Parakoff murder, a classic detective story from the golden age of radio!
Detectives on the Air: Classic Radio Sleuths from the Golden Age Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to...
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Detectives on the Air: Classic Radio Sleuths from the Golden Age
Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to the greatest detective dramas from the golden age of radio. Join iconic sleuths like Johnny Dollar, Richard Diamond, Philip Marlowe, Philo Vance, and more as they solve thrilling mysteries and navigate the noir landscapes of classic crime. Each episode brings you a timeless tale of intrigue, suspense, and old-time detective work, perfect for fans of vintage radio and true crime. Rediscover these radio legends, and let their gripping stories captivate your imagination once more!
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Step into the world of shadowy alleys, smoky offices, and cunning criminals with Detectives on the Air—your portal to the greatest detective dramas from the golden age of radio. Join iconic sleuths like Johnny Dollar, Richard Diamond, Philip Marlowe, Philo Vance, and more as they solve thrilling mysteries and navigate the noir landscapes of classic crime. Each episode brings you a timeless tale of intrigue, suspense, and old-time detective work, perfect for fans of vintage radio and true crime. Rediscover these radio legends, and let their gripping stories captivate your imagination once more!
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