Today's Mystery: Johnny is sent to a small midwestern town where a corrupt police chief has been murdered, and his widow has filed a claim for payment on his insurance thirteen hours later.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 23 and 24, 1956Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Paul Dubov; Joseph Kearns; Stacy Harris; Russell ThorsonWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Trevor, Supporter since November 2022Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Open Town Matter, Epiosdes One and Two (EP4252)

Today's Mystery: A man whose about to be executed asks the Falcon to prevent his brother from murdering his cheating wife.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 27, 1945Originated from New YorkStarred: James Meighan as the Falcon, Jackson Beck, John GibsonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Laura, Patreon Supporter since June 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

The Falcon: Murder is a Family Affair (EP4251)

The Australian Commonwealth Investigation Branch (CIB) seeks a gang of counterfeiters that are passing forged 10 pound notes.Original Radio Broadcast Date: Mid-1950sOriginating from Sydney, AustraliaAustralian Dragnet episode, "The Big Revenge" on SoundcloudSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: William since July 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Police File: Mr. One by One (EP4250s)

Today's Mystery: Friday and Romero have to find out why a man shot down a traffic cop.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 17, 1949Originating from HollywoodStarred: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday, Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero, Raymond Burr as Ed Backstrand, Chief of Detectives, Harry Morgan, and Herb VigrandSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netWelcome to our new Patreon Supporter, KathleenPatreon Supporter of the Day:George, Patreon Supporter since November 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectives Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Dragnet: James Vickers (EP4250)

Today's Mystery: After being knocked out, Johnny takes a helicoper to board a cruise ship that contains the stolen diamond.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 18, 19, and 20, 1956Originating from HollywoodStars: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar. Jeanne Tatum, Virginia Gregg, Harry Bartell, Chester Stratton, Marvin Miller, D. J. Thompson, Tom Hanley, Ray KemperPost episode discussion: Status of Bold Venture for Old Time Radio Adventure PodcastAlso, are post-1955 Johnny Dollar and Jim Rockford of The Rockford Files effectively the same person?When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporters of the Day: Deborah and Robert, Patreon Supporters Since December 2018Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Star of Capetown Matter, Episodes Three, Four, and Five (EP4249)

Today's Mystery:A man is murdered within a few minutes of being married.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 9, 1948Originating from New York CityStarred: Karl Swenson as Mister ChameleonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Max, Patreon Supporter since July 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Mr. Chameleon: The Case of the Marriage of Death (EP4248)

Today's Mystery:Steve goes to Nice, Italy to find out who is behind a ring blackmailing American citizens by threatening relatives living in foreign countries.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 3, 1952Originating from HollywoodStarring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Howard McNear; Betty Lou Gerson; Nester Paiva; Ben Wright; and Paul DubovLink to Pat Novak for Hire Quotes.Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Suzie, Patreon Supporter Since September 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.'Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Dangerous Assignment: Italian Actress (EP4247)

Today's Mystery:Johnny is sent to Capetown by a nervous insurance company to help protect a diamond owned by an eccentric and careless playboy.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 16 and 17, 1956Originated from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Virginia Gregg; Harry Bartell; Chester Stratton; Marvin Miller; D. J. Thompson; Tom Hanley; Ray KemperWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Rose, Patreon Supporter since June, 2023Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Star of Capetown Matter, Episode One and Two (EP4246)

Today's Mystery:While on vacation in Mexico, the Falcon finds himself tangling with a racketeer.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 13, 1945Originated from New YorkStarring: James Meighan as the FalconThis episode includes discussion of the literary history of the Falcon and background on the second actor to play the Falcon, James MeighanSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: David, Patreon Supporter Since January 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

The Falcon: Murder Knows No Borderline (EP4245)

Diamond is hired by a man who insists he was framed for passing counterfeit bills.Original Rebroadcast Date: September 13, 1953Originating from HollywoodStarring Dick Powell as Richard DiamondThe Great Detectives Present Richard Diamond podcast feedSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Richard Diamond: The Charles Johnson Matter (Encore) (EP4244e)

Todays Mystery:The daughter of the vice-president of a bank is kidnapped.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 10, 1949Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Raymond Burr as Ed Backstrand, Chief of Detectives; Herb Butterfield; Herb Vigranost-episode Question: Should AI be used to reconstruct lost episodes of old time radio from existing scripts?Gotham Radio Players Recreation of The Big Cop (Recreation begins at 35:43)Hot Copy Radio TheaterAmerican Radio TheaterSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netWelcome to our latest Patreon supporter, ChristinePatreon Supporter of the Day: Tom, Patreon Supporter since December 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-478Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Dragnet: The Sullivan Kidnapping (EP4244)

Today's Mystery:Johnny learns that someone involved in the murder of a farmer's disabled wife has faced a murder charge before.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 11, 12, and 13, 1956Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanette Nolan; Forrest Lewis; Shirley Mitchell; Will Wright; Bert Holland; John DehnerWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Azita, Patreon Supporter since August 2019Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter, Episodes Three, Four, and Five (EP4243)

Today's Mystery:Two private detectives are found shot by the police in a way that looks like they killed each other in a duel.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 2, 1949Originating from New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister ChameleonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon of the Day: Boz, Patreon Supporter Since April 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Mr. Chameleon: The Duel to the Death Murder Case (EP4242)

Today's Mystery:Steve goes to Stockholm to investigate a leak from a project the U.S. is participating in. He finds the head of the project murdered, and a nursery rhyme is the only clue to his killer.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 26, 1952Originating from HollywoodStarring: Brian Donlevy as Steve Mitchell; Herb Butterfield as the Commissioner; Ken Peters; Kay Stewart; Tony Barrett; Dan Riss; Herb VigranSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Adriane, Patreon Supporter since January 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.'Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Dangerous Assignment: Nursery Rhyme (EP4241)

Today's Mystery:Johnny goes to a small Vermont town where an anonymously written note implicates a husband in the murder of his disabled, and insured, wife.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 9 and 10, 1956Originated from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanette Nolan; Forrest Lewis; Shirley Mitchell; Will Wright; Bert Holland; John DehnerWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Magda, Patreon Supporter since March 2018Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Shady Lane Matter, Episodes One and Two (EP4240)

Today's Mystery: Sam Spade's search for the murderer in his partner puts him in the midst of intrigue among four dangerous characters, all trying to gain possession of an enameled jeweled falcon.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 3, 1946Originated from HollywoodStarring: Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade; Mary Astor as Brigid O'Shaughnessy; Sidney Greenstreet as Kasper Gutman; Gerald MohrSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon Supporter Since October 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Academy Award Theatre: The Maltese Falcon (EP4239)

Today's Mystery:Riley calls George in to help out a speechless boy who may have witnessed a murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 20, 1950Originated from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as George Valentine; Virginia Gregg as Brooksie; Wally Maher as Lieutenant Riley; Alan Reed; Dick Ryan; Tony Barrett; Jeffrey Silver; Steven ChaseSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Max, Patreon Supporter since November 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Let George Do It: Cause for Thanksgiving (EP4238s)

Todays Mystery:A man reports his wife missing, but investigators suspect murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 3, 1949Originated from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Harry Morgan as Captain Kearney; Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netWelcome to our new Patreon Supporters: Ken and LauraPatreon Supporter of the Day: Peter-Patreon Supporter Since April 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.netMail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Dragnet: Eric Kelby (EP4238)

Today's Mystery:Johnny continues his investigation into the death of three men insured for up to a million dollars each.Original Radio Broadcast Dates: July 4, 5, and 6, 1956Originated from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Johnny Jacobs; Herb Butterfield; Parley Baer; Barney Phillips; Shepard Menken; Roland WintersSponsored by Green Archer Comics, makers of the new Yours Truly Johnny Dollar Comic Book series. You can buy the first issue and help crowdfund the second issue at https://www.johnnydollar.ioBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Andrew,Patreon Supporter since April 2021Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Midas Touch Matter, Episodes Three, Four, and Five (EP4237)

Today's Mystery:The matron of an orphanage was murdered after writing a letter indicating that someone looked like one of the orphans.Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 26, 1949Originated in: New York CityStarring: Karl Swenson as Mister ChameleonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Mimi Patreon Support SInce February 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4607052/advertisement

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