Detective and Mystery – Retro Radio Podcast

Molle Mystery Theater – KillerComeBackToMe. 460517

By Keith August 5, 2026Detective and Mystery, Molle Mystery TheaterNo Comments

A modern hardboiled adventure written by Ray Bradbury, the tale of a killer who suffers from delusions of grandeur. Guns blaze, but thanks to a getaway car driven by a…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Innocent Flirtation Murder Case. 500316

By Keith August 4, 2026Detective and Mystery, Mr KeenNo Comments

Late at night, in a large suburban home, a man is gunned down. The very next day in Mr. Keen's office a man tells his story of how he was…

The image shows three men sitting inside a car at night. The driver is seen from behind, looking to his left. The man in the middle, wearing a suit, sits with his hands clasped, appearing serious. The man on the right wears a trench coat and a fedora hat, looking straight ahead with a focused expression. Outside the car window, city lights and rainy streets are visible, suggesting a somber or tense atmosphere. The interior is dimly lit.

Nero Wolfe (CBC) Before I Die. ep2, 820123

By Keith July 31, 2026Detective and Mystery, Nero WolfeNo Comments

Audio quality is excellent. The king of the black market doesn't take no for an answer, so Archie Goodwin isn't taking any chances when he's invited to go for a…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Bedside Manners. ep86, 500530

By Keith July 30, 2026Detective and Mystery, Philip MarloweNo Comments

Out on the streets, our hardboiled detective suffers a broken leg bad enough to land him in a hospital bed. While flat on his back, a dame comes to him…

A vintage-style promotional poster for "The Adventures of Sam Spade," featuring a radio episode titled "Case of the Broken Window." A man in a trench coat and fedora, presumably Sam Spade, leans forward on a cluttered desk in a dim office. A broken window with a bullet hole is visible, casting shadow on the wall. The setting includes an old telephone, papers, a microphone, and an "ON AIR" sign, evoking a classic detective-radio drama ambiance.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Champion Caper. ep163, 490807

By Keith July 29, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sam SpadeNo Comments

Sam gets hired by Champion to be a bodyguard. The blustery man claims to be dangerous, and not play games, but soon there are slugs flying through his office window. The chase is on to track down the shooter, and discover who he is working for.

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – Case of the Iron Box. ep196, 451231

By Keith July 28, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sherlock HolmesNo Comments

Reliving another New Year's Eve, Dr. Watson recalls a memorable trip from 1899. Aboard a long train journey, Holmes listens as Watson lays out the details of their latest case:…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Tales of the Texas Rangers – Play for Keeps. ep9, 500902

By Keith July 24, 2026Detective and Mystery, Texas RangersNo Comments

Walton is a known racketeer, and the sheriff is sure he's up to no good. The trouble is that there isn't any evidence the that the lawman can haul him…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Carisio Diamond Matter. ep52, 500608

By Keith July 23, 2026Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny DollarNo Comments

There's a matter of a stolen diamond, and a murdered body that has Johnny Dollar on the case. He goes to interview the family to learn what he can about…

21st Precinct – Body Found in Sewer ep21, 531124

By Keith July 22, 202621st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

Or, Case of the Ditch, After turning out the evening patrol officers, and near the end of his tour, Captain Frank Canelli responds to a call regarding the body found…

Black Museum – The Leather Bag. ep23, 520605

By Keith July 21, 2026Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

A body is reported to the local constables, and the slow but steady wheels of policework begin. Evidence is gathered and examined, people in the area are questioned to start…