Suspense and Horror – Retro Radio Podcast

The SI image is a vintage-style illustration for "Suspense – The Burning Court," Episode 1 from 1942. It depicts a courtroom scene with a solemn judge, an older white-haired man, and two younger individuals, a man and a woman dressed in early 20th-century attire. In the background, a large painting of a woman in period clothing hangs on the wall. The setting is dim and dramatic, illuminated by candles, creating a tense, mysterious atmosphere. The text is bold and prominently displayed at the top.

Suspense – The Burning Court. ep1, 420617

By Keith October 23, 2026Suspense, Suspense and HorrorNo Comments

When a 17th-century portrait of a convicted poisoner bears a striking resemblance to his young bride, Ted Stevens is pulled into a dark web of murder, superstition, and suspense.

The SI image shows a vintage-style microphone on a stand, centered on a stage with a dark curtain backdrop. A focused spotlight from above illuminates the microphone, creating a dramatic effect. The surrounding area is mostly dark, emphasizing the single microphone. Smoke or mist lightly swirls near the microphone under the spotlight, adding atmosphere. This setup suggests a performance or recording scene, evoking a classic, intimate ambiance typical of live music or spoken word events.

The Shadow – Tenor With A Broken Voice. 380814

By Keith October 22, 2026Shadow, Suspense and HorrorNo Comments

Margot Lane accompanies Lamont Cranston to a concert to hear a world-famous tenor. In an unexplained disaster, the singer suddenly loses his voice in mid-note. Shortly after, a replacement tenor…

The SI generated image shows a shadowy figure in a hat and coat speaking into a vintage-style microphone. Behind the figure, a glowing red sign reads "WARNING: ON AIR." The setting appears dim and somewhat eerie, with dark walls and an overall moody atmosphere. There is a partially visible adjacent room with a door slightly open, revealing a brighter, more modern interior. The image evokes a mysterious or suspenseful radio broadcast scene.

The Whistler – Backfire. ep231, 461028

By Keith October 20, 2026Suspense and Horror, WhistlerNo Comments

When an unfaithful wife and her vengeful ex-con chauffeur set a deadly plot in motion, a murder quickly turns into a chilling game of cat and mouse. Tune in to a classic 1946 episode of The Whistler to discover who will ultimately take the fall.

an AI depiction of avintage-style horror poster titled "The Weird Circle The Werewolf." A frightened couple, a man and a woman, cling to each other inside a dimly lit room. Outside the window, under a dark eerie sky, a large, menacing werewolf with glowing yellow eyes stares in. A ghostly figure looms behind the couple, adding to the suspense. The overall mood is tense and ominous, with muted, dark colors emphasizing the fear and supernatural theme. The bottom right reads "An Old World Legend."

Weird Circle – The Werewolf. 440507

By Keith October 9, 2026Suspense and Horror, Wierd Circle

When a mysterious white wolf terrorizes a family's cottage, a man realizes too late that a strange marriage oath he swore has come back to haunt him. Explore this classic adaptation of Old World werewolf folklore from The Weird Circle.

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Quiet Please – Berlin 1945. 481226

By Keith December 26, 2025Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

A group of soldiers are around a table talking about Christmas. Being away from home for the holiday, they compare notes on how their holiday would be spent bac home,…

A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Quiet Please – Clarissa. ep46, 480421

By Keith December 12, 2025Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

As a desperate man on the witness stand, Ernest Chapel describes the dingy little cottage, and the elderly man he knew who occupied it. In flashback, we learn about the…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Message From The Hills. ep131, 380731

By Keith June 28, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A pilot of a mail plane has a problem and finds his path has crossed with Margot Lane and Lamont Cranston. What weird things are going on in the hills?…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Hole in the Sky. ep978, 790509

By Keith June 20, 2025CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

Forced to take on a job smuggling contraband, an ace pilot must take a short-cut through a dangerous wormhole to get to his destination on schedule. --Find more at, CBS…

The Shadow – Murders In Wax. 380724

By Keith June 14, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

At a circus side show, wax figures are on display. The figures are posed in a scene of a recent famous mobster coming to justice, but imagine the shock of…

Rows of gravestones and headstones in a military cemetery, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and trees. The gravestones are arranged in neat rows and columns, with some bearing the insignia of different military branches. The sky is overcast and the trees in the background are in the midst of changing colors, indicating autumn.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Letter of Love, Letter of Death. ep974, 790425.

By Keith June 2, 2025CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

A police detective puts his career on the line in order to prove the innocence of the rival of a murdered theatrical producer when he is accused of the crime.…