Podcasts about Dragnet

Today's Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigating the murder of the philandering owner of a habadashery store.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 13,1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Kevin, Patreon supporter since July 2025Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, which aired from 1949 to 1957. Today we bring to you the episode titled “The Big Gone.”   Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

The parable of the dragnet in Matthew 13:47–50 presents a vivid depiction of the end-time judgment, where the kingdom of heaven is likened to a net cast into the sea, gathering every kind of fish—symbolizing all humanity—before being drawn to shore for separation. This event, rooted in the eschatological vision of Matthew 25, portrays the final gathering of all nations at Christ's return, when angels will sever the wicked from the righteous, casting the unrepentant into eternal punishment. The passage underscores that survival through the tribulation or outward religious activity is insufficient for salvation; true faith is demonstrated by a life aligned with God's will, not by works alone. The judgment is both inevitable and final, yet it is delivered by the same Savior who sacrificed Himself to redeem His people, calling all to repent and believe now, before the day of reckoning arrives. This sobering warning emphasizes the urgency of present faith, as the time of grace is not endless, and no one will escape the final separation.

Big Ray

The Great Separation: What the Dragnet Really Means by Tim Hatch

Today's Mystery:Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate teens going wild in a neighborhood, culminating in a small riot in a theater.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 6, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Marla, Patreon supporter since January 2018.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, which aired from 1949 to 1957. Today we bring to you the episode titled “The Big Switch.”   Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

Big Test

Today's Mystery: A woman is missing and her sister suspects her milquetoast husband of murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 30, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben RomeroSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Kirk, Patreon supporter since January 2024.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Today we're dipping into a popular post-war genre, suspense and noir. The series is The Whistler, one of the leading crime-thriller shows of the era. The story is from June 12, 1949, broadcast over CBS, Perfect Alibi, complete with that Signal Oil sponsorship and the unmistakable voice of Jack Webb before his Dragnet days. We have the original transcription discs of this one, and it's firing on all the proper tropes: a slick private eye named Johnny Seltzer, a dangerous woman named Alice Collins, and a gangster called Frankie Benson. What starts as a clever setup to frame a mobster for murder quickly spirals into a deadly double-cross, ending with The Whistler's signature twist. Visit our website: https://goodolddaysofradio.com/ Subscribe to our Facebook Group for news, discussions, and the latest podcast: https://www.facebook.com/groups/881779245938297 Our theme music is "Why Am I So Romantic?" from Animal Crackers: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KHJKAKS/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_MK8MVCY4DVBAM8ZK39WD

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, which aired from 1949 to 1957. Today we bring to you the episode titled “The Big Dog.”   Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

Newsletter: https://mysterytheateroldtimeradio.substack.com/Sam Spade: The Calcutta Trunk Caper | Classic Detective Radio DramaSlip into the smoky world of noir with The Adventures of Sam Spade, radio's most sardonic and street-smart detective. In this thrilling episode, “The Calcutta Trunk Caper,” Spade finds himself tangled in a web of deceit, danger, and double-crosses that begin with an innocent-looking piece of luggage — and end with murder.Originally broadcast in the late 1940s and starring the incomparable Howard Duff as Sam Spade, this story is dripping with all the classic elements of the hard-boiled detective genre: razor-sharp wit, femme fatales, and a hero who never backs down — even when the odds are stacked higher than a pile of poker chips in a backroom saloon.

Today's Mystery: Joe Friday and Ben Romero investigate a series of truck hijackings.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 23, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben Romero; Barney Philips; Stacy HarrisSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Allan, Patreon supporter since February 2024.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

In this episode, we delve into the controversial Arctic Frost investigation with insights from Congressman Austin Scott, Attorney General Alan Wilson, and Bobby Charles, the national spokesman for AMAC. Join us as we dissect the complexities of accountability in political investigations, particularly focusing on the Arctic Frost case and its implications. We discuss the implications of the recent whistleblower revelations, the extensive reach of subpoenas targeting Republican figures, and the concerns surrounding civil liberties. Congressman Scott shares insights on the potential impacts of cutting food stamp benefits and military pay, and the ongoing negotiations for a clean continuing resolution. He addresses the challenges facing the healthcare system, particularly regarding the Affordable Care Act, and advocates for increased competition in the insurance market by empowering states. Additionally, Congressman Scott discusses the need for reforms within the intelligence community and the importance of protecting citizens' constitutional rights. South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson is leading an 18-state coalition supporting the effort to keep divisive materials out of schools. We discuss the implications of critical race theory and the recent Oklahoma case that could redefine educational curricula. Wilson also shares insights on birthright citizenship and the ongoing fight against illegal drugs in South Carolina. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today's Mystery: An elderly man is found shot to death in his home. While it initially looks like a suicide, there's reason to think it might be a homicide.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 16 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Jack Webb as Sergeant Joe Friday; Barton Yarborough as Sergeant Ben RomeroSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day:John, Patreon supporter since September 2016.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.