Detective and Mystery – Retro Radio Podcast

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Shrieking Prisoner Murder Case (Part 3). 540624

By Keith June 2, 2026Detective and Mystery, Mr KeenNo Comments

Looking into the murder of Donald Traviss, Mr. Keen and Mike Clancey have found a nest of suspicious characters where one aunt has held her mentally unstable sister locked up…

Nero Wolfe – The Lost Heir. ep25, 510420

By Keith May 29, 2026Detective and Mystery, Nero WolfeNo Comments

Nero ponders whether he should take the case that may prevent a murder. And he will... After the pressing matter of a game of solitaire is resolved, Nero gives the…

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.

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Hiding Place. ep83, 500509

By Keith May 28, 2026Detective and Mystery, Philip MarloweNo Comments

The opening scene brings bad news for Martha Bryant. Philip goes into flashback mode to tell how the sweet, gray-haired lady came to ask his help with her son. Chip…

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.

Richard Diamond – The Betty Moran Case. ep6, 490529

By Keith May 27, 2026Detective and Mystery, Richard DiamondNo Comments

A blackmailer from the mob comes around to collect from Betty Moran. The strong-willed woman refuses him, kills the mobster, then shoots herself. The news story gets the attention of…

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Apple of Eve Caper. ep156, 490619

By Keith May 26, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sam SpadeNo Comments

In the office, Effie is acting awfully nervous. Does she have a surprise to spring on Sam? Moving from the unpleasant surprise of his missing calendar... and he even met…

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

Sherlock Holmes – A Scandal in Bohemia. ep193, 451210

By Keith May 22, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sherlock HolmesNo Comments

Intro by Peggy Webber, explaining emotional attitudes of Sherlock Holmes, especially his skeptical nature, and his distrust for emotional displays. Irene Adler, or the person who Holmes only refers to…

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

Whitehall 1212 – Case Of Donald Simms. 520120

By Keith May 21, 2026Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212No Comments

The phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Earl Chadwick Matter. ep50, 500523

By Keith May 20, 2026Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny DollarNo Comments

A man who has been claimed to be dead four years ago is seen alive. Now the insurance company needs to verify the matter and either prove fraud, or learn…

21st Precinct – Abandoned Baby

By Keith May 19, 202621st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

On the night tour, Captain Canelli learns about a baby that was left with a couple. Mrs. Heffle hasn't been heard from in weeks. She made arrangements to board her…

Boston Blackie – Carl Grady Golf Instructor. ep194, 480929

By Keith May 15, 2026Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

Blackie butts into a murder investigation that Farraday is working on. There even seems to be some gangsters who would like to figure this one out. Blackie checks out the…