Best Bob Herberts Podcasts (2025)

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Eric Alterman: What Kind of Journalism Supports Democracy? 26:29

5d ago26:29

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Historian Eric Alterman loves footnotes and cares a lot about where information comes from. Concerned that bad information is crowding out good information-and that the GOP doesn't care, he is unwilling to simply accept what he's read or heard. Alterman urges students to think critically: to evaluate the quality of the source providing the informat…

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Broadway's My Beat: The Joe Quito Murder Case (EP4607) 36:16

10m ago36:16

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Today's Mystery: An ex-con who just got out of prison is murdered right after speaking to Danny. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 3, 1950 Originated in Hollywood Stars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: K…

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Mathew Slade: A Case of Murder (EP4606) 33:06

1h ago33:06

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Today's Mystery: The widow of a man who was shot asks Slade to hide the body. Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 16, 1964 Originating in Hollywood Starring: William Wintersole as Mathew Slade; Norman Belkin; Joyce Reed; Michael Fox; William O'ConnellAired as Starlight Mystery Theater. Also known as Matthew Slade, Private Investigator. Support th…

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The Falcon: The Case of the Killer's Key (EP4605) 31:31

2h ago31:31

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Today's Mystery: A man who is suspected of murdering a former employee who had turned him in for tax invasion hires Waring to find the girlfriend who may have witnessed the crime. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 9, 1952 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett Support the show monthly at pa…

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Lux Radio Theater: Street With No Name (EP4604s) 1:09:45

41m ago1:09:45

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Today's Mystery: An FBI agent (Mark Stevens) goes undercover in the gang of an up-and-coming racketeer (Richard Widmark). Origianl Air Date: January 31, 1949 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Mark Stevens as Agent Gene Cordell; Richard Widmark; Lloyd Nolan; John McIntire; Ed Begley; William Johnstone; Jeff Chandler; Cliff Clark; Sam Edwards; Edwar…

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Dragnet: The Big Mother (EP4604) 32:30

14m ago32:30

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Today's Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero search for a three-day-old baby who was kidnapped from a local hospital. Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 9, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb Butterfield Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net …

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Silver Belle Matter (EP4603) 40:26

13m ago40:26

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Today's Mystery: Johnny is sent to a small town near Butte to investigate the disappearance of a long-term policy holder. Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 13, 1957 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; D. J. Thompson; G. Stanley Jones; Frank Nelson; Sam Edwards; Will Wright When making your travel p…

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NBA Draft talk with Jonathan Wasserman 1:21:02

1h ago1:21:02

1:21:02

It's never too early to start talking about the draft, but here at The Unrestricted Area, we were fortunate enough to be the first to pick the brain of Bleacher Report's draft expert, Jonathan Wasserman, who recently dropped his Mock Draft 2.0. Aaron Bollwinkel (Live. Breathe. Ball. and No Gimmes) and Jonathan talk about his current projected lotte…

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Mr. and Mrs. North: The Milkman's Ring (EP4602) 30:34

1h ago30:34

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Today's Mystery: The Norths' car breaks down and they end up catching ride with a milk wagon, only to be robbed by a man with a gun who breaks all the milk bottles in the wagon. Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 15, 1947 Originating from New York City Starring: Joseph Curtain as Jerry North, Alice Frost as Pamela North Support the show monthly at…

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Broadway's My Beat: The Ben Elliot Murder Case (EP4601) 39:53

3d ago39:53

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Today's Mystery: The daughter of a deceased dentist insists that he was murdered and that she's being murdered too. Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 24, 1950 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Howard McNear; Lou Merrill; Joy…

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Mathew Slade, Private Investigator: The Bachelor's Club (EP4600) 43:14

8h ago43:14

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Today's Mystery:The president of a prominent bachelor's club thinks one of the members murdered a woman who had lunch at one of their meetings. Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 2, 1964 Originating in Hollywood Starring: William Wintersole as Mathew Slade; Sylvia Walden as Jonesy; Norman Belkin; Barton Heyman as Sergeant Sid Dinelli; John Anist…

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The Falcon: The Case of the Natural Seven (EP4599) 37:24

1d ago37:24

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Today's Mystery:A desperate man who lost $5,000 at an illegal gambling den robs and shoots his boss to pay his debt. Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 2, 1952 Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Ralph Bell; Maurice Tarplin; Mandel Kramer Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetective…

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13 (Second Edition): The Battle of the Chesapeake & the World Turns Upside Down at Yorktown 1:12:06

9d ago1:12:06

1:12:06

"The British officers in general behaved like boys who had been whipped at school.” This is the story of the beginning of the Revolution's end. Following Lord Cornwallis’ vow to take the fight to Virginia, infamous Lieutenant Colonel Tarleton raids Charlottesville, takes a few legislators captive, and forces Governor Thomas Jefferson to flee. Tom o…

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Suspense: The Cave of Ali Baba (Encore) (EP4598e) 33:57

2d ago33:57

33:57

There’s a traitor in a society of masked criminals. Original Air Date: August 19, 1942 Originating in New York Starring: Romney Brent Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715 Take the l…

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Crime Club: Death Blew Out the Match (Encore) (EP4598) 33:47

3d ago33:47

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A woman visits a peaceful Maine town, only to find herself the prime suspect in a rival’s murder. Original Air Date: December 2, 1946 Originating in New York Starring Richard Kollmar Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Gr…

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Molle Mystery Theatre: Murder in the City Hall (Encore) (EP4597) 32:54

4d ago32:54

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Today's Mystery: Sam Delaguerra investigates the murder of a judge who is tied up in a cycle of corruption. Original Air Date: April 5, 1946 Originating in New York Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913…

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Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Speckled Band (Encore) (EP4596) 35:26

5d ago35:26

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Today's Mystery: Sherlock Holmes helps a young woman who fears strange goings-on at her home and the odd behavior of her stepfather. Original Air Date: December 19,1948 Starring John Stanley as Sherlock Holmes and Ian Martin as Doctor Watson Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http…

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"Balls of Confusion" interview with author Bob Kuska 1:11:42

8d ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Ray LeBov and Aaron Bollwinkel interview author and basketball historian Bob Kuska about his new book, Balls of Confusion: Pro Basketball Goes to War (1965-1970)—the most in-depth look we've been provided about the early days of the ABA. Please click the link to purchase your own copy of Bob's excellently written book: Balls of Confusion: Pro Baske…

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Murder Clinic: A Scrap of Lace (Encore) (EP4595) 33:58

6d ago33:58

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Today's Mystery: A charming young woman is murdered. Madam Rosika Storey is called in to find out who did it and save a prominent family from scandal. Original Air Date: September 22, 1942 Originating in New York Starring Elizabeth Morgan as Madam Rosika Storey Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a on…

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Philip Marlowe: Red Wind (Encore) (EP4594) 36:08

7d ago36:08

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Today's Myster: Marlowe witnesses a murder and is drawn into the problems of a woman being blackmailed. Original Air Date: September 26, 1948Originating in Hollywood Starring Gerald Mohr as Philip Marlowe Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail …

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Sherlock Holmes: The Red Headed League (Encore) (EP4593) 34:15

8d ago34:15

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Today’s Mystery: Sherlock Holmes investigates the case of a man who was hired to do nominal work for a mysterious league of red-headed men. Original Air Date: October 12, 1947Originating in New York Starring: John Stanley as Sherlock Holmes and Alfred Shirley as Doctor Watson Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show …

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NBC University Theater: Trent’s Last Case (Encore) (EP4592e) 1:02:19

9d ago1:02:19

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Today's Mystery: Amateur detective Philip Trent tells the story of the case that ended his detective career. Original Air Date: July 30, 1950 Originating in Hollywood Starring Dan O'Herlihy as Philip Trent Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail…

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Miss Pinkerton Incorporated (Encore) (EP4592) 35:53

10d ago35:53

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Today's Mystery: A young female law student inherits her uncle’s detective agency, planning to sell it, but decides to take on a job guarding a priceless emerald. Original Air Date: July 12, 1941 Originating in Hollywood Starring Joan Blondell and Dick Powell For more series with one or two episodes in circulation, check out the Rare Detectives of …

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San Francisco Final (Encore) (EP4591) 32:40

11d ago32:40

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Today's Mystery: Reporter Mike Rivera investigates mass extortion in Chinatown. Recorded: July 26, 1954 Originating in Hollywood Starring Jeff Chandler as Mike Rivera For more series with one or two episodes in circulation, check out the Rare Detectives of Old TIme Radio feed. Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support …

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The Lone Wolf: The Golden Santa (Encore) (EP4590) 31:38

12d ago31:38

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Today's Mystery: A woman gets Michael to help her search for her six-inch-high golden statue of Santa Claus. Original Air Date: January 1, 1949 Originating in Hollywood Starring Walter Loy as Michael Lanyard For more series with one or two episodes in circulation, check out the Rare Detectives of Old TIme Radio feed. Support the show monthly at htt…

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Casey, Crime Photographer: Hot New Year’s Eve Party (Encore) (EP4589) 38:53

13d ago38:53

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Today's Mystery: Casey and Ann begin the New Year by looking into an arson/murder and the related kidnapping of a college professor. Original Air Date: January 1, 1948 Originating in New YorkStarring Staats Cotsworth as Casey Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.great…

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Let George Do It: Needle in the Haystack (Encore) (EP4588) 33:05

14d ago33:05

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Today's Mystery: A florist from Mexico City hires George to find a dozen roses in Pasadena ... during the Tournament of Roses. Murder follows. Original Air Date: January 2, 1950 Originating in Hollywood Starring Bob Bailey as George Valentine and Virginia Gregg as Brooksie Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the …

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Philip Marlowe: The House that Jacqueline Built (Encore) (EP4587) 34:00

15d ago34:00

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Marlowe is hired to find a missing house on New Year’s Eve.Original Air Date: December 31, 1949 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Gerald Mohr as Philip Marlowe Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net. Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Bo…

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12 (Second Edition): An American Judas Betrays & Nathanael Greene Saves! 1:07:53

15d ago1:07:53

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"Arnold has betrayed us! Whom can we trust now?" This isn't a story of betrayal; this is THE story of betrayal. After half a decade of giving his all for the Patriot cause, Benedict Arnold becomes America's Judas Iscariot. He betrays his brothers-in-arms for a commission in the British army and cold hard cash (a lot more than thirty pieces of silve…

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Lux Radio Theater: Captain Carey, USA (Encore) (EP4586e) 1:06:13

16d ago1:06:13

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Today's Mystery: A former O.S.S. officer returns to Italy after World War II to locate the person who betrayed him and his compatriots to the Nazis. Original Air Date: February 2, 1953Originating in Hollywood Starring Charlton Heston as Webster Carey Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Support the show on a one-time basi…

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Dragnet: The Big Church (EP4586) 31:59

17d ago31:59

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Today's Mystery: A woman reports receiving threats for attending a new church. Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 2, 1950 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Virginia Gregg Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Pippen, P…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Bum Steer Matter (EP4585) 33:34

18d ago33:34

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Today's Mystery:Johnny gets a mysterious invitation to a ranch in Colorado and finds the insured owner dead of anthrax. The owner's daughter suspects murder. Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 6, 1957 Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Jeanne Tatum; Will Wright; Jack Edwards; Howard McNear; Sam Edwa…

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Mr. and Mrs. North: The Mystery of the Triggerman (EP4584) 36:58

19d ago36:58

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Today's Mystery:An ex-con wants the Norths' help to save a man his boss asked him to kill. Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 30, 1945 Originating from New York CityStarring: Joseph Curtain as Jerry North; Alice Frost as Pamela North; Ralph Bell Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Cathy, Pat…

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Broadway's My Beat: The Dion Hartley Murder Case (EP4583) 41:15

20d ago41:15

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Today's Mystery:A satirist with many enemies offers Danny $50,000 to his favorite charity to prevent his murder. Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 17, 1950 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Mugavin; Anne Stone; Virginia Gregg; Elliott…

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This is Your FBI: The Return of Saint Nick (EP4582) 39:11

21d ago39:11

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Today's Mystery: FBI Special Agent Jim Taylor delays his vacation home. to find a Settlement House Santa Claus who disappeared. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 22, 1950 Starring Stacy Harris as Special Agent Jim Taylor, Jeffrey Silver, Peggy Webber, Roland Winters, Victor Rodman Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreo…

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The Falcon: The Case of the Unwelcome Christmas Present (EP4581) 31:55

22d ago31:55

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Today's Mystery: A man who bought a fur coat goes for his girlfriend for Christmas turns to The Falcon when dangerous people want it back. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 24, 1950 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Larry Haines; Ralph Bell Support the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of…

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Nick Shurn Matter Omnibus (EP4580s) 1:24:10

23d ago1:24:10

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Today's Mystery: At Christmastime, Johnny has to find a beautiful woman, who is the only one who knows the truth behind the murder of a New York club owner, before the killer does. Original Radio Broadcast Dates: December 19-23, 1956 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Virginia Gregg; Peggy Webber; Don Diamond; Ben Wri…

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Dragnet: Production 8 (aka the Big Missing/Juanita Lasky) (EP4580) 40:05

24d ago40:05

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Todays Mystery: At Christmastime, Joe Friday and Ben Romero try to find a missing daughter from Utah. Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 28, 1949 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Raymond Burr as Sergeant Ed Backstrand, Chief of Detectives; Herb Butterfield Support the …

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Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Missing Mouse Matter (EP4579) 36:09

25d ago36:09

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Today's Mystery: Johnny is called in around Christmas to find a "singing mouse" that disappeared from a wealthy man's house ahead of a performance at a children's hospital. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 23, 1956 Originating from Hollywood Starring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Mary Jane Croft; Howard McNear; Parley Baer; G. Stanley Jones;…

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Mr. and Mrs. North: Frisbie Proves His Point (EP4578) 37:45

26d ago37:45

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Today's Mystery: When a mystery tries to stage a mock murder in the middle of a crowd in Times Square, the Norths find themselves in a real murder. Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 17, 1945 Originated from New York City Starred: Joseph Curtain as Jerry North, Alice Frost as Pamela North Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetecti…

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Broadway's My Beat: Nick Norman, Santa Claus (EP4577) 35:40

29d ago35:40

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Today's Mystery: On Christmas Eve, a recently released convict who's set to play Santa Claus at a Police Athletic League club Christmas party is taken away in a big car by mobsters. Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 24, 1949 Originating in Hollywood Starring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; H…

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Martin Kane: October 29, 1953 (EP4576) 34:02

28d ago34:02

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Today's Mystery:Martin Kane is hired by a man accused of robbery and murder to find the gun and the real killer. Original Air Date: October 29, 1953 Originating in New YorkStarring: Mark Stevens at Martin Kane; King Calder as Lieutenant Gray Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Shiralee, Patr…

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The Falcon: The Case of the Gold Ring (EP4575) 34:36

29d ago34:36

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Today's Mystery: While on vacation in the Florida Keys, Waring gets mixed up in a murder when a woman comes to his room to plead for his help with a dangerous Cuban criminal. Rehearsal of program that aired on February 21, 1952 Originating from New York Starring: Les Damon as The FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon…

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172: Breadlines, Bank Failures, & the Bonus Army: Hoover & the Early Great Depression 1:06:40

30d ago1:06:40

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"Too much praise cannot be given to the President for the prompt and resolute and skillful way in which he has set about reassuring the country after the financial collapse.” This is the story of Herbert Hoover’s facing the early years of the Great Depression. Just after the stock market crash of 1929, people aren’t expecting the worst. Most, inclu…

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