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E50. Fort Laramie: The Loving Cup (6/24/1956)

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 07:25:51 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Fort Laramie. Featuring vocal talent by Raymond Burr.

Fort Laramie was a CBS Radio Western series starring Raymond Burr. It originally aired Sunday afternoons from January 22–October 28, 1956, at 5:30 pm ET. Produced and directed by Norman Macdonnell, this Western drama depicted life at old Fort Laramie during the 19th Century. The 41 episodes starred Raymond Burr as Lee Quince, captain of the cavalry. One year later, Burr became a television star in his defining role as Perry Mason. Talk about some fascinating radio and television history... huh?

Originally airing 6/24/1956, get ready for another western adventure in "The Loving Cup," with Captain Lee Quince!

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E49. Night Beat: The Bomb on Flight 63 (9/4/1952)

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 07:05:04 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Night Beat. Featuring vocal talent by Frank Lovejoy.

In this series, Frank Lovejoy stars as Randy Stone, a reporter who covered the night beat for the Chicago Star, encountering criminals, eccentrics, and troubled souls. On each episode, listeners were invited to join Stone as he "searches through the city for the strange stories waiting for him in the darkness." Most episodes leaned towards suspense, crime and thriller themes, but Night Beat also featured occasional humorous or sentimental stories. Each episode ended with Stone at his desk as he finished typing a news story based on his latest exploits, and shouting for the copy boy to deliver his story to an editor.

Originally airing 9/4/1952, gather around for "The Bomb on Flight 63," with Randy Stone!

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E48. The Cavalcade of America: Billy the Kid (12/30/1952)

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 07:01:21 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we gallop into this week's episode of The Cavalcade of America. Featuring narration by Van Johnson.

Did you know that Cavalcade of America documented historical events using stories of individual courage, initiative and achievement, often with feel-good dramatizations of the human spirit's triumph against all odds? The series was intended to improve DuPont's public image after World War I. The company's motto, "Maker of better things for better living through chemistry," was read at the beginning of each program, and the dramas emphasized humanitarian progress, particularly improvements in the lives of women, often through technological innovation.

Originally airing 12/30/1952 gather around for "Billy the Kid," in the week's episode of The Cavalcade of America!

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E47. I Was A Communist for the FBI: Fifteen Minutes to Murder (6/7/1953)

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 07:36:57 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of I Was A Communist for the FBI. Featuring narration by Dana Andrews.

Did you know that The radio version of I Was a Communist for the FBI consisted of 78 episodes syndicated by the Frederick W. Ziv Company to more than 600 stations, including KNX in Los Angeles, California, with original episodes running from March 30, 1952, to September 20, 1953? The program was made without the cooperation of the FBI. However, real-life undercover agent Matt Cvetic detailed his stories and was portrayed by Dana Andrews. The show also had a budget of $12,000 per week, a very high cost to produce a radio show at the time.

Originally airing 6/7/1953, come one, come all, for "Fifteen Minutes to Murder," from I Was A Communist for the FBI!

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E46. Philo Vance, Detective: The Magic Murder Case (1/1/1949)

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:35:23 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Philo Vance, Detective. Featuring vocal talent by Jackson Beck.

Originally appearing as a fictional amateur detective featured in 12 crime novels by S. S. Van Dine in the 1920s and 1930s, the radio adventures of Detective Philo Vance were first broadcast to listeners across the airwaves in 1945. Did you know that three radio drama series were created with Philo Vance as the title character? The first series, broadcast by NBC, starred José Ferrer. A summer replacement series in 1946 starred John Emery as Vance, and the best-known series (and the one of which most episodes survived) ran from 1948 to 1950 in Frederick Ziv syndication and starred Jackson Beck.

Originally airing 1/1/1949, gather around for this week's episode in "The Magic Murder Case," with Philo Vance!

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E45. Murder By Experts: The Dark Island (8/8/1949)

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 07:44:46 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Murder By Experts. Hosted by John Dickson Carr.

In 1949, Mutual Radio brought Murder By Experts to its airwaves. Each week on Murder By Experts, listeners were treated to a crime story selected by an expert, typically a detective story author. Though these authors usually had little involvement in each episode's script and rather used their name as an endorsement, proclaimed mystery author John Dickson Carr came on to become the series host. As the series popularity amongst listeners of the period soared to further cement its legacy, Murder By Experts has since gone on to be recognized as one of the pinnacle radio mystery series of the era.

Originally airing 8/8/1949, gather around for this week's episode of "The Dark Island," on Murder By Experts!

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E44. The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe: The Case of the Vanishing Shells (2/2/1951)

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 07:01:19 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe. Featuring vocal talent by Sydney Greenstreet.

Starring Sydney Greenstreet as Rex Stout's fictional armchair detective, Nero Wolfe. The series was based on Stout's principal characters but not his stories, airing from October 20, 1950 to April 27, 1951, on NBC, it is regarded as the series that is most responsible for popularizing Nero Wolfe on radio. The series had gained recognition through associating each episode with a notable fictional mystery author. However, these authors typically had little say in the series scripts that were associated with their name. Regardless, The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe rose to prominence through the guided efforts of famed author and series host, John Dickson Carr.

Originally airing 2/2/1951, get ready for this week's new adventure in "The Case of the Vanishing Shells," with Nero Wolfe!

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E43. The Life of Riley: Anniversary Party (11/08/1947)

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:00:50 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Life of Riley. Featuring vocal talent by William Bendix.

Did you know that The Life of Riley initially aired on the Blue Network (later known as ABC) from January 16, 1944, to July 8, 1945, before moving over to NBC, where it was broadcast from September 8, 1945, to June 29, 1951? Irving Brecher pitched the radio series for friend Groucho Marx under the title The Flotsam Family, but the sponsor balked at what would have been essentially a straight head-of-household role for Marx. Brecher then saw William Bendix as a taxicab company owner in Hal Roach's The McGuerins from Brooklyn (1942), leading him to giving the leading role as Chester A. Riley to Bendix. The iconic situation comedy series was an immediate success, leading to numerous adaptions through film and television, including William Bendix's reprisal of the role throughout numerous iterations of the series.

Originally airing 11/08/1947, get ready to laugh until you cry in "Anniversary Party," with Chester A. Riley!

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E42. The Screen Guild Theater: The Maltese Falcon (9/20/1943)

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 07:53:04 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a special radio re-broadcast of The Screen Guild Theater. Featuring narration by Humphrey Bogart.

First broadcast from 1939 until 1952, The Screen Guild Theater was a radio anthology series that featured leading Hollywood stars as they performed adaptations of popular motion pictures. Originating on CBS Radio, it aired under several different titles including The Gulf Screen Guild Show, The Gulf Screen Guild Theater, The Lady Esther Screen Guild Theater and The Camel Screen Guild Players. Fees that would ordinarily have been paid to the stars and studios were instead donated to the Motion Picture Relief Fund, and were used for the construction and maintenance of the Motion Picture Country House for retired actors.

Originally airing 9/20/1943, join us for this week's adventure in "The Maltese Falcon," with Humphrey Bogart!

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E41. The Man Called X: A Tiny Bit of Microfilm (2/24/1951)

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 07:48:59 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Man Called X. Featuring narration by Herbert Marshall.

An espionage radio drama which premiered July 10, 1944 on CBS, Herbert Marshall had the lead role of Ken Thurston, an American Intelligence Agent. The series was an immediate favorite amongst its audience, as The Man Called X took listeners on nail-biting adventures that often took place in some of the world's most exotic locations. From tracking hot diamonds in Argentina to recovering a cholera virus in Guatemala, The Man Called X serves up perfect listening for anyone who loves a good spy adventure!

Originally airing 2/24/1951, gather around for this week's spy adventure in "A Tiny Bit of Microfilm," with Agent Ken Thurston!

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E40. Dimension X: The Embassy (6/3/1950)

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 07:34:14 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Dimension X. Featuring narration by Norman Rose and Joseph Julian.

Initially conceived as an NBC radio program, Dimension X was an original science fiction series that was broadcast mostly on an unsponsored, sustaining basis from April 8, 1950 to September 29, 1951. Fred Wiehe and Edward King were the series directors, and Norman Rose was heard as both announcer and narrator, famously opening the show with: "Adventures in time and space... told [or transcribed] in future tense...". Each episode, listeners nationwide were eager to sit around as these various tales of science fiction unraveled, coming from some of the greatest minds that the genre has ever seen, including Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Robert A. Heinlein, and Kurt Vonnegut Jr.

Originally airing 6/3/1950, get ready for a journey beyond space and time with "The Embassy," on Dimension X!

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Film Detective Focus August 2022: April Clemmer from Old Hollywood Walking Tours

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:00:30 GMT

The Film Detective is honored to welcome April Clemmer to this month's edition of The Film Detective Focus; a special monthly segment where we dive into a selected topic and explore what is upcoming.

April Clemmer is a Hollywood historian, best known as the creator of the Old Hollywood Walking Tour. Her vision is to preserve the stories and style of the Classic Hollywood era by creating experiences that enable others to relive the glamorous past of Hollywood’s iconic places and personalities. April, an avid reader, became fascinated with classic Hollywood while reading biographies of classic film stars. After moving to Hollywood she continued exploring the city’s rich history and interesting locations. Her depth of knowledge led to being hired for research projects, one of which became the Old Hollywood Walking Tour. She also served as a research consultant on the web series "Hollywood Trades."

In Hollywood? Join April on her Weekly Tours: Saturdays at 11 AM

Private tours are available by appointment. To inquire, please email April@aprilclemmer.com

If you would like to follow April on social media, find her on Instagram @aprilshollywood

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E39. Casey, Crime Photographer: The Piggy Bank Robbery (1/29/1948)

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:33:46 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Casey, Crime Photographer. Featuring narration by Staats Cotsworth and Jan Miner.

For those who could not get enough of B-movie murder mysteries, Casey, Crime Photographer was the true radio equivalent. The series employed similar plot devices, such as the suspect about to reveal important information, ultimately to be shot and killed by the guilty party. Loose ends, disappearing corpses, a lack of clues, and too many suspects were the hallmarks of this show. Jack "Flashgun" Casey was played by Staats Cotsworth, a top-notch photo journalist for the fictional "Morning Express", who used his keen eye for detail to solve tough cases. Often recounting his assignments at the "Blue Note Cafe", a cozy-jazz bar in a great city populated by murderers, kidnapped victims, and ex-cons framed for crimes they didn't commit; listeners were treated to wonderful tales of detective adventure, as Casey tells them to his friends at the bar.

Originally airing 1/29/1948, gather around the radio for this week's episode of "The Piggy Banker Robbery," with Jack Casey!

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E38. Broadway is My Beat: The Mary Demming Murder Case (8/14/1950)

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:18:58 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Broadway is My Beat. Featuring narration by Larry Thor.

Running on CBS Radio from February 27, 1949 to August 1st, 1950, Broadway is My Beat introduced listeners to Detective Danny Clover, a hard-boiled New York City cop who worked in the homicide unit. With a jurisdiction from Times Square to Columbus Circle, the series listeners were treated to various tales of crime and murder straight from the gaudiest, most violent, and the most lonesome mile in the world. Originally portrayed by Anthony Ross for the first three months of its airing, the role of Detective Danny Clover then transitioned to radio icon Larry Thor. Although the series went relatively under-the-radar amongst other series at the time, it had done a wonderful job tapping into the darker side of radio detective adventures.

Originally airing 08/14/1950, gather around for this week's murder mystery in "The Mary Demming Murder Case," with Detective Danny Clover!

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E37. My Friend Irma: Wall Street Magazine Contest (11/22/1948)

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 07:05:24 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for an exciting re-broadcast of My Friend Irma. Featuring narration by Marie Wilson and Cathy Lewis.

Originating as a radio series created by writer-producer-director Cy Howard in 1947, My Friend Irma was a successful, long-running radio situation comedy that escalated into film, television, and even a comic strip helmed by none other than Marvel's Stan Lee. Dependable, level-headed Jane Stacy (Cathy Lewis) began each weekly radio program by narrating a misadventure of her innocent, bewildered roommate Irma (Marie Wilson), a scatterbrained stenographer from Minnesota. Immensely popular right from the series debut on CBS radio, My Friend Irma's legacy would go on to be cemented with the 1949 film of the same name, featuring both Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis in early roles for their career.

Originally airing 11/22/1948, gather around for this classic radio situation comedy in "Wall Street Magazine Contest," with Irma Peterson!

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E36. Box 13: The First Letter (08/22/1948)

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 07:49:56 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Box 13. Featuring vocal talent by Alan Ladd and Sylvia Picker.

First incepted in 1947, motion picture actor Alan Ladd created Mayfair Productions, a company that specialized in radio syndication. Mayfair developed several successful radio series including the Damon Runyon Theater and Box 13. Covering the exciting escapades of a newspaperman-turned-mystery novelist named Dan Holiday, the series was an immediate success running in various cities at different dates and times. In the series, Ladd starred as Holiday, with Sylvia Picker appearing as Holiday's scatterbrained secretary, Suzy. As a means to seek out new ideas for his fiction, Holiday ran a classified ad in the Star Times Newspaper where he formerly worked. Reading "Adventure wanted, will go anywhere, do anything – write Box 13, Star-Times," each week Holiday would receive a new letter to kick off an exciting adventure much to the amusement of series listeners.

Originally airing 08/22/1948, get ready for this week's adventure of "The First Letter," with Dan Holiday!

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Film Detective Focus July 2022: Author Don Stradley & The Movie Loft Host Dana Hersey

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 07:33:19 GMT

Welcome to the July '22 edition of The Film Detective Focus, starring author/journalist Don Stradley and The Movie Loft host, Dana Hersey!

Join us for this month's special episode as Don and Dana discuss the highlighted features that are showing this month on The Film Detective. This month, The Film Detective shines the spotlight on Summer classics with Friday night Drive-In double features, birthday marathons celebrating icon actors Olivia de Havilland, Barbara Stanwyck, Ginger Rogers, and The Smartest Horse in the Movies, Trigger!

Serving up a perfect conversation for any connoisseur who has an affinity for classic cinema, be sure to gather around for this month's The Film Detective Focus!

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E35. The Falcon: The Case of the Widow's Gorilla (11/12/1950)

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:30:05 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a special radio re-broadcast of The Falcon. Featuring narration by Les Damon.

First created by Drexel Drake in 1936 for a series of novels, "The Falcon" was an alternate identity for freelance investigator and troubleshooter, Michael Waring. By 1941, the character could be seen for the first time on the silver screen by RKO Pictures, with George Sanders taking on the leading role. Two years later, The Falcon made his radio debut with Berry Kroeger taking on narration duties for this iconic detective. Like The Falcon films, the radio series plot mixed elements of danger, romance, and comedy in equal parts to entice listeners nationwide. Often focusing on cases that involved oppressed men and repressed women, The Falcon was a detective series that stood to be truly ahead of its time.

Originally airing 11/12/1950, prepare for yet another amazing radio detective adventure in "The Case of the Widow's Gorilla," with The Falcon!

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E34. The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet: Five Dollars Too Much Change (7/20/1950)

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:06:31 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Featuring vocal talent by Ozzie Nelson and Harriet Hilliard.

Considered to be one of America's longest running sitcoms, The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet documented the life of Ozzie and Harriet Nelson as they raised their two sons, Ricky and David. The series was ultimately a huge television success, airing on ABC for a whopping 14 seasons, from October 3rd, 1952 to April 23rd, 1966. Though the television series is perhaps the most known iteration of The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, the couple had originated the series over the airwaves. First appearing regularly on The Baker's Broadcast radio series from 1933 to 1938, one of Hollywood's most beloved couples were then prompted to build their own series based around their own family situation comedy, solidifying one of the greatest sitcom series to ever grace nationwide listeners.

Originally airing on 07/20/1950, prepare to laugh until you cry in "Five Dollars Too Much Change," with Ozzie and Harriet Nelson!

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E33. Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Henry J. Unger Matter (7/20/1950)

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:13:13 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar. Featuring narration by the legendary Edmund O'Brien.

Originally conceived to be a smart, tough, and wisecracking detective who tossed silver-dollar tips to waiters and bellhops, Johnny Dollar was easily one of the Golden Age of Radio's most beloved detective characters. Fitting amongst the ranks of Richard Diamond, Sam Spade, and Phillip Marlowe, Johnny's character was known to purvey his own sense of the law when it came to handling his various cases. First voiced by Dick Powell in the audition show, he eventually withdrew from the role to pursue other detective series, with the leading duties of the character then going to talents Charles Russell, Edmond O'Brien, and John Lund.

Originally airing 07/20/1950, get ready for yet another exciting detective adventure in "The Henry J. Unger Matter," with Detective Johnny Dollar!

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Film Detective Focus June 2022: Actor Joyce Meadows & The Brain from Planet Arous

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 07:14:09 GMT

Welcome to the June '22 edition of The Film Detective Focus. This month we bring Actor Joyce Meadows and Director David Schecter on to talk about our upcoming release, "The Brain from Planet Arous!"

The release, available to audiences on June 21, 2022, features Joyce herself and is a delightful treat to sci-fi fans everywhere. Join in on this conversation as we go behind the scenes of that special film set.

Serving up a perfect conversation for any connoisseur who has an affinity for classic cinema, be sure to gather around for this month's The Film Detective Focus!

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E32. The New Adventures of Michael Shayne, Detective: The Case of the Grey-Eyed Blonde (10/26/1949)

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:12:54 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The New Adventures of Michael Shayne, Detective. Featuring vocal talent from Jeff Chandler.

First created as a fictionalized private detective character during the late 1930s by writer Davis Dresser, Detective Michael Shayne first appeared in a series of seven films starring Lloyd Nolan for Twentieth Century Fox. From that point on, Michael Shayne became a household figure by further appearing in five more films from Producers Releasing Corporation, a radio series under a variety of titles between 1944 and 1953, and later appearing in 1960 to 1961 for a 32-episode NBC television series, that starred Richard Denning. On this particular episode, Michael Shayne is voiced by Jeff Chandler, who had become a regular for voicing the fictionalized character during the radio stint of the series.

Originally airing in 1948, prepare yourself for yet another great radio detective adventure in this week's episode of "The Grey-Eyed Blonde," with Michael Shayne!

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E31. Murder At Midnight: The Ape Song (11/1/1946)

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 21:34:10 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a chilling radio re-broadcast of Murder at Midnight. Featuring narration by Raymond Edward Johnson.

Produced in New York and first syndicating the airwaves in 1946, Murder at Midnight was a classic horror series that featured macabre tales of suspense, often with a supernatural twist. By the time the series wrapped production, it had become one of radio's premiere horror series, featuring a memorable opening that had served as clear horror inspiration for generations to come. Although the series had only lasted a year from 1946 to 1947, listeners were graced with 50 episodes of pure terror. Featuring top notch writing from the industry's finest including Robert Newman, Joseph Ruscoll, Max Ehrlich, and William Norwood, Murder at Midnight has continued to frighten listeners up until this very day.

Originally airing 10/11/1946, be sure to gather around for some spooktastic scares in "The Ape Song," from Murder at Midnight!

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E30. My Favorite Husband: Katie and Roscoe (11/11/1948)

Wed, 25 May 2022 08:20:33 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of the hit comedy series My Favorite Husband. Featuring vocal talent by the legendary Lucille Ball and Richard Denning.

Perhaps one of the most pivotal sitcoms to grace the Golden Age of Radio, My Favorite Husband first aired to listeners on CBS Radio in 1948. Originally based on the novels Mr. and Mrs. Cugat, the Record of a Happy Marriage (1940) and Outside Eden (1945), each episode of the series was filled with laughs for nationwide listeners. With a plot that would naturally progress into a minor crisis or problem, typically caused by one of Liz's (Lucille Ball) funny ideas. As the popularity of the series continued to heighten, it would eventually lay the ground work for the groundbreaking television sitcom, I Love Lucy, which had also starred Lucille Ball alongside her real life husband, Desi Arnaz.

Originally airing 11/11/1948, get ready to laugh until you cry in "My Favorite Husband", with Mr. and Mrs. Cooper!

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E29. Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator: Corpse on the Town (3/9/1955)

Wed, 18 May 2022 08:17:12 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Barry Craig, Confidential Investigator. Featuring narration by William Gargan and Ralph Bell.

A popular whodunnit detective series that aired on NBC from aired from 1951 until 1955, the series was based around the thrilling investigations of New York detective Barry Craig (William Gargan). Billed as "Your man when you can't go to the cops," Barry Craig solved his cases efficiently and liked to work alone. Unlike his contemporaries Sam Spade and Philip Marlowe, Craig's character had a laid back personality, contrary to the popular hard-boiled stereotype that was dominating various radio detective series of the period. The series featured a well rounded supporting cast including Ralph Bell, Elspeth Eric, and Santos Ortega, and was broadcast from New York until 1954, when it had then moved to LA before ultimately ending its broadcast run in 1955.

Originally airing 3/9/1955, get ready for another nail-biting detective adventure in this week's episode of "Corpse on the Town," with Barry Craig!

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Film Detective Focus May 2022: Author Don Stradley & The Movie Loft Host Dana Hersey

Thu, 12 May 2022 07:01:38 GMT

Welcome to the May '22 edition of The Film Detective Focus, starring author/journalist Don Stradley and The Movie Loft host, Dana Hersey!

Join us for this month's special episode as Don and Dana discuss the highlighted features that showing this month on The Film Detective. The duo also do a deep dive into a conversation on The Duke, John Wayne, and Vincent Price; both of who have birthday anniversaries at the end of this month. Also mentioned is Anna May Wong, who is featured in some films on TheFilmDetective.tv.

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E28. Lights Out! The Devil's Due (4/26/1939)

Wed, 11 May 2022 08:56:47 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a special radio re-broadcast of Lights Out! Featuring an original script from the legendary, Arch Oboler!

Predating both Suspense and Inner Sanctum, Lights Out! is considered to be one of the earliest radio horror programs. Created by Wyllis Cooper, the series had originated in the WENR Studios of Chicago, and eventually expanded the series as an NBC broadcast after garnering a cult following nationwide. Seething with vampires, invisible monsters, evil beings, and survivors of an apocalypse, the stories that Lights Out! features as absolutely chilling, and had even served as inspiration for some of Hollywood's greatest storytellers, including the Twilight Zone's own, Rod Serling.

Originally airing 4/26/1939, be sure to turn off the lights and gather around the radio for this week's episode of "The Devil's Due," from the iconic horror series, Lights Out!

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E27. Fibber McGee & Molly: Fibber Builds a Lamp (2/3/1948)

Wed, 04 May 2022 10:40:33 GMT

Join Host, Carl Amari, for a splendid radio re-broadcast of Fibber McGee & Molly.

Featuring narration by Jim and Marian Jordan. Considered to be one of the most beloved and popular radio comedy series of the time, the series became an iconic staple of NBC as they hosted the show from 1935 to 1959. Fibber McGee & Molly followed the adventures of a working class couple, and was portrayed (and co-produced) by the real-life couple of Jim and Marian Jordan as a direct follow-up to their fan favorite situation comedy series, Smackout.

Originally airing 2/3/1948, get ready to laugh until you cry, while we listen to "Fibber Builds a Lamp," with Fibber and Molly McGee!

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E26. The Thin Man: The Adventure of the Passionate Palooka (7/6/1948)

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:00:47 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a thrilling re-broadcast of The Thin Man. Featuring vocal talent by Les Damon and Claudia Morgan.

First appearing in movie theaters in 1934, The Thin Man featured a slightly more seductive tone compared to other detective works from the period. Thus in turn, The Thin Man was promptly banned in Canada, as the sexy references between Detective Nick Charles and his beautiful wife Nora Charles violated the Canadian film code. However, in 1941 the film was eventually adapted into a radio series that was broadcast on all four major networks during the years 1941 to 1950.

Originally airing 07/06/1948, be sure to gather around the fireplace as we unravel the slightly seductive mystery in "The Adventure of the Passionate Palooka," with Detective Nick Charles!

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E25. Tales of the Texas Rangers: Little Sister (5/4/1952)

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:00:12 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we gallop into this week's episode of Tales of the Texas Rangers. Featuring narration by Joel McCrea.

Hopping on the Western van wagon, did you know that NBC's Tales of the Texas Rangers featured actual case files which involved the Texas Rangers? Throughout the series history, Captain Manuel T. "Lone Wolf" Gonzaullas, who was said to have killed thirty-one men during his 30-year career as a Texas Ranger, served as a consultant to ensure accurate portrayal of these case files. With such enticing tales to tell its listeners, the series was an immediate success that eventually carried over to a CBS television series from 1955 to 1958.

Originally airing 05/04/1952, be sure to grab those saddles and lassos as we travel back out west in "Little Sister," on Tales of the Texas Ranger!

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E24. The Great Gildersleeve: Vacation at Grass Lake (8/29/1945)

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 09:00:09 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Great Gildersleeve. Featuring narration from the legendary Harold "Hal" Peary.

Serving as a radio situation comedy from 1941 to 1958, did you know that The Great Gildersleeve was one of broadcast history's earliest spin-off programs? The series was built around the character of Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve, who was a regular character from the hit radio situation comedy series, Fibber McGee and Molly. With Hal Peary taking on the role of Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve after the transition from its parent show, the series saw eventual success, and had even spawned four feature films during the height of its popularity.

Originally airing 8/29/1945, come one and come all, as we gather around the radio for this week's episode of "Vacation at Grass Lake," with Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve!

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E23. Inner Sanctum Mystery: The Devils Fortune (1/31/1949)

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 09:00:40 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a thrilling radio re-broadcast of Inner Sanctum Mystery, with narration from Paul McGrath.

Did you know that the opening to Inner Sanctum Mystery served as direct inspiration for many of your favorite horror hosts? Filled with looming atmosphere and a sense of dread, the opening included an organist hitting a frightening chord, a door knob eerily turning, and the famous creaking door that slowly began to open. In years since, famous figures such as Elvira and the Crypt Keeper adapted on these elements for their own programs, thus solidifying the series legacy amongst the horror genre.

Originally airing 1/31/1949, be sure to turn off those lights and gather around the fireplace, as we delve into "The Devil's Fortune," with Inner Sanctum Mystery!

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Author Jennifer Churchill & Don Stradley : Film Detective Focus April 2022

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:05:46 GMT

This month we welcome author, Jennifer Churchill to The Film Detective Focus!

Join us as we sit down with Jennifer and discuss her book "Movies Are Magic: A Kid's History of the Moving Image from the Dawn of Time to About 1939", as well as her new series "Classic Films for Kids" which will be featured on The Film Detective. Diving deeper into their conversation, Don and Jennifer also discuss the significance of children viewing classic films at a young age as a means to help preserve the generational art of storytelling. For all the parents tuning in, Jennifer even manages to list out some personal recommendations of classic titles that are bound to resonate with your children for years to come!

Serving up a perfect conversation for any connoisseur who has an affinity for classic cinema, be sure to gather around for this month's The Film Detective Focus!

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E22. X Minus One: End as a World ( 8/1/1957)

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for an exciting re-broadcast of X Minus One. Featuring narration by Peter Fernandez.

If you're a science fiction fanatic looking to deep dive into some great storytelling from the Golden Age of Radio, look no further! Originally developed to showcase top notch writing from the period, X Minus One provided listeners with exciting tales of science fiction. Often considered to be one of the best science fiction series in any medium, this 126-episode series has gone on to draw quite the reputation, and has garnered a massive cult following in the years since.

Originally airing 08/01/1957, be sure to gather around as we voyage into the land of the unknown for this week's episode of "End as a World," on X Minus One!

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E21. Have Gun, Will Travel: Comanche (07/05/1959)

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 09:00:02 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we journey out West in this week's episode of Have Gun - Will Travel. Starring the legendary John Dehner.

Playing off of the phrase "Have tux, will travel", did you know that Have Gun - Will Travel is one of the few radio series that had actually been adapted from a television show? Originally premiering on television in 1957, the series starred Richard Boone as a gunfighter that went by the name of Paladin. Throughout the series, listeners were treated to tales of action and adventure throughout the Old West as we follow the happenings of one of our favorite gunslingers.

Originally airing 07/05/1959, be sure to grab those boots and saddles as we journey out West in "Comanche," on Have Gun - Will Travel.

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E20. Richard Diamond, Private Detective: Little Chiva (3/23/1951)

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:00:27 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a thrilling re-broadcast of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, featuring vocal talent from Dick Powell and Virginia Gregg.

Did you know that when Richard Diamond, Private Detective saw a transition to television in 1957, production for the series was overseen by Dick Powell? Although Dick Powell starred as Richard Diamond in the original radio series, he decided against reprising the role for television (which was passed on to David Janssen), but still played a major role in the series efforts when his company, Four Star Television, took on the responsibility of producing the television series.

Originally airing 3/23/1951, be sure to pack your suitcases and gather around, as we travel to Haiti in this week's episode of "Little Chiva," with Richard Diamond!

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Author Don Stradley & The Movie Loft Host Dana Hersey : Film Detective Focus March 2022

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 09:00:05 GMT

Welcome to the March '22 edition of The Film Detective Focus, starring author/journalist Don Stradley and The Movie Loft host, Dana Hersey!

Join us this week, as Don and Dana discuss the highlighted features that are showing this month on The Film Detective, including our annual Oscar season celebration, which features Academy Award winning titles such as: A Farewell to Arms (1932), Of Human Bondage (1934), Algiers (1938), and Cyrano de Bergerac (1950). The duo also reminisce over the glory days of Hollywood, as they deep dive into iconic films & actors, including a discussion of One-Eyed Jacks (1961), and the life and career of Marlon Brando. Serving up a perfect conversation for any connoisseur who has an affinity for classic cinema, be sure to gather around for this month's The Film Detective Focus!

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E19. Our Miss Brooks: Real Estate Partnership (3/25/1951)

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 10:00:59 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for an exciting re-broadcast of Our Miss Brooks, featuring narration from Eve Arden and Gale Gordon.

If you're looking for a great time filled with laughs and good fun, look no further! Originally airing on CBS in 1948, Our Miss Brooks follows a sardonic high school English teacher named Connie Brooks (Eve Arden) as she traverses through her classroom and the hallways of Madison High School. Thanks to the comedic talent of Eve Arden, the series had a successful run that lasted up until 1957, and had even received an eventual film adaption in 1956 that further solidified the series legacy in the comedic world.

Originally airing 3/25/1951, be sure to grab those backpacks and get ready to travel back to the classrooms of Madison High for this weeks episode of "Real Estate Partnership," with Connie Brooks!

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E18. The Whistler: Poison is Quicker (12/3/1945)

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:00:49 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for this week's thrilling radio re-broadcast of The Whistler, featuring vocal talent from the legendary Hans Conried.

Always looming in the shadows, The Whistler served as an omnipresent figure that seemingly acted as a guilty conscience. Foreseeing the fate of the show's protagonists, he nevertheless urged them on as he was strangely aware of their motives. Often considered a sister series to Suspense but without the celebrity guests, The Whistler wrapped up every episode with the antagonist's demise through a careless mistake or twist of fate, much to the delight of the program's audience.

With an original air date of 12/03/1945, be sure to grab your trench coat and magnifying glass as we jump into this week's episode of "Poison is Quicker," from The Whistler.

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E17. Gunsmoke: Post Martin (12/13/1952)

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 10:00:40 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we journey to Dodge City, Kansas in this week's episode of Gunsmoke. Starring William Conrad and Parley Baer.

Debuting as a radio series in 1952, Gunsmoke was one of the first Western series that catered to a mature audience. Unlike the family friendly series of the time, Gunsmoke offered a much more realistic and gritty depiction of the West that hadn't been introduced to audiences prior. Picked up by CBS radio, the series featured a successful run which led to an eventual television adaption that lasted for two decades, from 1955 to 1975.

Originally airing 12/13/1952, be sure to grab your saddle and gather around for this week's action packed episode of "Post Martin," on Gunsmoke.

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E16. Escape: Three Skeleton Key (3/17/1950)

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:00:31 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a special radio re-broadcast of Escape, featuring William Conrad, Paul Frees, and the legendary Vincent Price.

Originally designed to free the listener from the four-walls of today through a half hour of high adventure. Escape features both original stories and adaptions that involved the protagonists in dire life or death situations, much like its cousins series known as Suspense. Perfect for any listener hoping to take a quick break from life and all of its qualms, this particularly iconic tale featuring theater legend Vincent Price is sure to leave you hanging at the edge of your seat.

Originally airing on 03/17/1950, this week's episode of "Three Skeleton Key," from Escape will surely serve up some perfect thrills for the entire family!

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E15. Gang Busters: The Case of the Kidnapped Paymaster (10/4/1947)

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:00:13 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Gang Busters , featuring narration by the legendary radio icon, Joseph Julian.

Did you know that the hit crime series would frequently feature New York's own ex-police commissioner? With criminal activity from the period being glorified throughout film, television, and radio, Phillips H. Lord sought a more realistic approach to solving cases in Gang Busters, thus enlisting Lewis J. Valentine as the opening narrator. First hitting the airwaves on January 15th, 1936, Gang Busters was an immediate hit that ran successfully all the way up until 1957.

Originally airing on 10/04/1947, be sure to grab those case files and gather around for "The Case of the Kidnapped Paymaster", from Gang Busters!

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E14. The Adventures of Philip Marlowe: The Lonesome Reunion (12/12/1949)

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 10:00:12 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for an exciting radio re-broadcast of The Adventures of Philip Marlowe, featuring vocal talent from the legendary Gerald Mohr.

If you're a fanatic of those thrilling detective adventure series from the golden age of radio, look no further! Originally derived by a fictional character in Raymond Chandler's Philip Marlowe novels, the NBC radio adaption of the series served as a Summer replacement for Bob Hope, and first garnered the ear's of eager listeners on June 17th, 1949. Noted for being a more hard-boiled program than many of the other detective shows of the period, The Adventures of Philip Marlowe is sure to deliver a dinner-sized plate of gut-wrenching suspense, that will keep you hooked until the very end!

Originally airing on 12/12/1949, come one and come all, as we gather around the radio for this week's episode of "The Lonesome Reunion," with Philip Marlowe!

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E13. Boston Blackie: The Jonathan Diamond (06/23/1944)

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:00:59 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we spend this week delving into the criminal underworld in this week's episode of, Boston Blackie. Featuring vocal talent by legendary American stage actor Chester Morris, Lesley Woods, and Richard Lane.

Did you know that the inception of the radio series came after a successful run of Columbia Pictures films, in which Chester Morris had also starred as detective Boston Blackie? Originally transitioning the role to radio for NBC in 1944, Morris had only appeared in the episodes that dated from June 23rd to September 15th, until passing along the role to Richard Kollmar due to conflicts in time commitment.

Originally airing 06/23/1944, this week's episode of "The Jonathan Diamond," will surely deliver on nail-biting thrills as we adventure alongside Boston Blackie!

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E12. The Jack Benny Program: The Road To Bali (01/11/1953)

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:56 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we shine the spotlight on the high watermark of 20th century American comedy, in this week's episode of The Jack Benny Program. Starring the comedic legend Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone, Dennis Day, Eddie Rochester Anderson, Phil Harris, Don Wilson, Bob Hope, and Bob Cosby.

Did you know that at a very young age, Jack Benny's parents encouraged him to become a concert violinist? He had learned to play quite well, and hit the Vaudeville stage to play popular songs soon after. It was during this period where he became quite known for developing a comedic act, by emphasizing his fragile personality through self-deprecating jokes. He soon went on to become a legendary American comedian with The Jack Benny Program radio series, which successfully transitioned into a hit television series from 1950 to 1965.

Originally airing 01/11/1953, this week's episode of "The Road to Bali," from The Jack Benny Program, will surely deliver on comedic value that is perfect for the whole family.

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E11. The Roy Rogers Show: The Range War (11/06/1952)

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 10:00:13 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we journey to the past in this week's episode of The Roy Rogers Show. Starring the iconic Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, and George "Gabby" Hayes.

First reaching the airwaves in 1944, The Roy Rogers Show served as a Western series that starred legendary countryman Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, the iconic western couple who wed in 1947. Throughout the course of the series, listeners were treated to a wide variety of exciting tales that integrated the prevailing period (1950s), rather than the old west, much like the classic Western series of the time. The radio series went on to become a massive success while also drawing a devoted following, eventually leading to a television adaption that originally ran for six seasons from 1951 to 1957.

Originally airing 11/06/1952, be sure to gather around the campfire for this week's episode of "The Range War," on The Roy Rogers Show.

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E10. Mr and Mrs North: Touch of Death (03/30/1954)

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 10:00:06 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of Mr. and Mrs. North , with vocal talent from Richard Denning and Barbara Britton.

If you love those classic murder mysteries from the golden age of radio, you'll surely love this radio thriller stemming from the streets of New York City in, Mr. and Mrs. North! First appearing as amateur detectives derived from a fictional set of novels, this radio adaption of Mr. and Mrs. North contains carefully crafted puzzles, that will leave the listener guessing throughout every twist and turn.

Originally aired on 03/30/1954, gather around and join us for "Touch of Death", with Mr. and Mrs. North!

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E9. Four Star Playhouse: The Haunted (08/14/1949)

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 10:00:18 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a star studded radio re-broadcast of Four Star Playhouse, featuring vocal talent from Fred MacMurray, Loretta Young, Rosalind Russell, and Robert Cummings.

First broadcast over the airwaves in 1949, Four Star Playhouse served as NBC's development to counteract CBS's emerging talent rate in the late 1940s, as television was starting to become the premiere entertainment medium. Initially, the series had a runtime of only three months but was later adapted for a Emmy nominated television series that lasted from 1952 up until 1956.

Originally airing on 08/14/1949, be sure to gather around for this week's nail-biting episode of, "The Hunted," on Four Star Playhouse.

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E8. Father Knows Best: The Elusive Card Game (1/12/1950)

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 10:00:35 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, as we spend this week's episode of Father Knows Best with the Anderson family. Starring the magnificent Robert Young, Jean Vander Pyle, June Whitely, Rhoda Williams, Ted Donaldson, and Norma Jean Nilsson.

If you love those classic American sitcoms from yesteryear, you'll love this radio re-broadcast of Father Knows Best! Featuring narration from Radio icon Robert Young, the success around the radio series eventually allowed him to transition the role into an Emmy Award-winning television adaption, that was broadcast from 1954 to 1960.

Originally airing August 25th, 1949 on NBC Radio, the series serves as a wholesome American sitcom filled with laughs and excitement perfect for the whole family. Come one, come all, and gather around for, "The Elusive Card Game," on Father Knows Best!

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E7. Dangerous Assignment: Solve Your Own Murder (3/10/1951)

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 10:00:22 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a thrilling episode of Dangerous Assignment, starring Hollywood legend Brian Donlevy as U.S. special agent Steve Mitchell, and guest starring radio personality Herb Butterfield as The Commissioner.

If you can't get enough of the iconic action-adventures from the golden age of Hollywood, look no further! Adapted into a television series from 1951 to 1952, this original radio edition of Dangerous Assignment will surely deliver on action-packed excitement perfect for the whole family.

Originally aired on 03/10/1951, gather around and join us for this week's nail-biting episode of Dangerous Assignment, with Brian Donlevy and Herb Butterfield.

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E6. The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Bohemia (12/10/1945)

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:26 GMT

Sherlock superstars Nigel Bruce and Basil Rathbone star in this episode of The Film Detective Podcast! Originally airing on 12/10/1945, "A Scandal in Bohemia" from The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is sure to leave you guessing until the very end.

Narrated by Dr. Watson (Nigel Bruce), this case follows our beloved Detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his partner, Dr. Watson as they embark on a case for the King of Bohemia. Along the way they encounter the illusive, infamous to Sherlockians, character of Irene Adler!

We invite you to brew yourself a cup of tea and enjoy, "A Scandal in Bohemia" (12/10/1945) from The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes .

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E5. Dragnet: The Big Bop (9/1/1953)

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT

The story you are about to hear is true, only the names have been changed to protect the innocent.

Jack Webb stars as Sergeant Joe Friday with, just the facts, ma'am. In this case Sgt. Friday tracks a robber-turned murderer in this thrilling re-enactment of a case from the Los Angeles Police Department.

Did you know that Jack Webb not only stars as Sgt. Joe Friday, he also directed, produced AND came up with the original idea for this series turned franchise? The show was eventually turned into a film, television series, and had accompanying books and comics. Dragnet also had great cultural impact and was credited with improving public opinion of police officers at the time. Now, the show still provides a template for police procedural dramas with "unpretentious acting."

And now, presenting a case from the files of Dragnet: The Big Bop, originally aired on 9/1/1953.

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E4. Suspense: Out of Control (3/28/1946)

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Join your host, Carl Amari, for this episode of The Film Detective Podcast! This time we're bringing back a long-running classic, Suspense! Brian Donlevy stars as a blind detective in "Out of Control" (3/28/1946).

Originally conceived as a radio epic for the great Alfred Hitchcock to direct, Suspense was one the most thrilling radio dramas from the Golden Age of Radio. The biggest stars in Hollywood flocked to the program, which ran for almost 20 years and produced nearly 1,000 original radio broadcasts. Though the show eventually made its way to television, the original radio drama remained the star, the medium perfectly suited to showcase the theater of thrills!

This Suspense episode, directed by William Spier, is "Out of Control," which originally aired on 3/28/1946 and was presented by Roma Wines.

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E3. The Cisco Kid: The Night of the Fire (4/9/1953)

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

Join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Cisco Kid, with vocal talent from Jack Mather and Mel Blanc.

If you love those classic Western B-films from yesteryear, you'll love this radio dramatization of, The Cisco Kid! A popular TV show from 1950–1956, the radio edition of this program was toned down for younger audiences and was a huge hit.

Originally aired on 8/8/1953, grab the whole family and join us for, "The Night of the Fire," with The Cisco Kid and Pancho!

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E2. The Burns and Allen Show (1/25/1950)

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT

In this episode of The Film Detective Podcast, we join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Burns and Allen Show!

Did you know that George Burns and Gracie Allen were married in real life? The duo together were comedic gold, and had a running show for 2 decades on the radio! So popular, they took their act to the small screen and had a decade-long run on television.

Originally aired on 1/25/1950, this radio rebroadcast of The Burns and Allen Show features George Burns, Gracie Allen, and special guest, Ronald Reagan!

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E1. The Adventures of Sam Spade, Detective: The Bluebeard Caper (8/8/1948)

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT

In this premiere episode of The Film Detective Podcast we join host, Carl Amari, for a radio re-broadcast of The Adventures of Sam Spade, Detective!

The character of Sam Spade is inspired from Dashiell Hammett's, The Maltese Falcon. Join Sam in "The Bluebeard Caper," where he is hired to protect a woman from marrying a Gigolo whose last 3 wives didn't survive the honeymoon; can he act in time to protect wife #4?!

Originally aired on 8/8/1948, it's "The Bluebeard Caper," with Sam Spade, voiced by Howard Duff.

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The Film Detective Podcast, Trailer

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:31:53 GMT

Coming soon — get ready to be transported back in time to the Golden Age of Radio! It's the original theater of the mind, with your host, Carl Amari! Join Carl as he dives into a world with our heroes from the past: Detectives such as Sam Spade, Comedy geniuses like Burns & Allen, and Adventurers like The Cisco Kid are all coming soon to The Film Detective Podcast.

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