Podcasts about Jack Kruschen

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Latest podcast episodes about Jack Kruschen

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Frank Dunn Murder Case (EP4858)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 35:51 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny investigates the shooting death of a bartender.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 16, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Mary Jane Croft; Joseph Granby; Gladys Holland; Mary Jane Croft; Joseph Granby; Gladys HollandSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Helen, Patreon supporter since June 2015Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Frank Dunn Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 35:51 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny investigates the shooting death of a bartender.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 16, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Mary Jane Croft; Joseph Granby; Gladys Holland; Mary Jane Croft; Joseph Granby; Gladys HollandSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Helen, Patreon supporter since June 2015Support 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Earl Lawson Murder Case (EP4853)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 36:23 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy man is knifed in Times Square.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 9, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant MuggavanSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Earl Lawson Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 36:23 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy man is knifed in Times Square.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 9, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant MuggavanSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Francesca Brown Murder Case (EP4848)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 36:15


Today's Mystery: A waitresss is strangled and knifed to death.Original Radio Broadcast Date:June 2, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lamont Johnson; Lou Merrill; Cathy Lewis; Herb Butterfield; Bea BenaderetSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon supporter since October 2019.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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Francesca Brown Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 36:15 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A waitresss is strangled and knifed to death.Original Radio Broadcast Date:June 2, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lamont Johnson; Lou Merrill; Cathy Lewis; Herb Butterfield; Bea BenaderetSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Charlie, Patreon supporter since October 2019.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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Eleanor Corbett Murder Case (EP4843)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 35:48 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A woman is found murdered with a broken neck.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 26, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Howard McNearSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lovingly, Patreon Supporter since November 2024Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Eleanor Corbett Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2025 35:48 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A woman is found murdered with a broken neck.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 26, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Howard McNearSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lovingly, Patreon Supporter since November 2024Support 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.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Charles Crandall Murder Case (EP4838)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 35:14 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A man is found murdered with the only clue to his identity being a parking ticket.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 12, 1951Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Lou Merrill, Jeanette Nolan, Adam Williams, Peggy Webber, Joy Terry.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Rachel, Patreon supporter since July 2023.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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Charles Crandall Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2025 35:14 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A man is found murdered with the only clue to his identity being a parking ticket.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 12, 1951Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Lou Merrill, Jeanette Nolan, Adam Williams, Peggy Webber, Joy Terry.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Rachel, Patreon supporter since July 2023.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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Harry Foster Murder Case (EP4833)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 35:09 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny searches for a missing man who has been stabbed.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 5, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lamont Johnson; Cathy Lewis; Virginia Gregg; Herb Vigran; John McGovernSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, Patreon supporter since May 2019Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Harry Foster Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2025 35:09 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny searches for a misssing man who has been stabbed.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 5, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lamont Johnson; Cathy Lewis; Virginia Gregg; Herb Vigran; John McGovernSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, Patreon supporter since May 2019Support 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Georgia Gray Murder Case (EP4828)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 36:33


Today's Mystery: A dance hall dancer is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 28, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Tony Barrett; Frances Chaney; Martha Wentworth; Lawrence Dobkin; Joy Terry; Leo Cleary; Junius MatthewsSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Rick, Patreon supporter since March 2020.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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Georgia Gray Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 36:33 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A dance hall dancer is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 28, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Tony Barrett; Frances Chaney; Martha Wentworth; Lawrence Dobkin; Joy Terry; Leo Cleary; Junius MatthewsSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Rick, Patreon supporter since March 2020.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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Virtuous Mobster Matter (EP4825)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 33:13 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to South Carolina to investigate the disappearance of an ex-mobster who had gone straight.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 22, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Jack Kruschen; Les Tremayne; Billy Halop; Frank Gerstle; Gil Stratton Jr.When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Carissa, Patreon supporter since March 2024.Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Virtuous Mobster Matter (EP4825)

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 33:13 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Johnny goes to South Carolina to investigate the disappearance of an ex-mobster who had gone straight.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 22, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Jeanne Tatum; Jack Kruschen; Les Tremayne; Billy Halop; Frank Gerstle; Gil Stratton Jr.When making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Carissa, Patreon supporter since March 2024.Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Philip Hunt Murder Case (EP4823)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 37:17 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy retiree is found murdered in his apartment after an impromptu party.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 21, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Cathy Lewis; Peggy Webber; Lee Millar Jr.; Russell Simpson; Michael Ann BarrettSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Sheryl, Patreon supporter since April 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Philip Hunt Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 37:17 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy retiree is found murdered in his apartment after an impromptu party.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 21, 1951Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Cathy Lewis; Peggy Webber; Lee Millar Jr.; Russell Simpson; Michael Ann BarrettSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Sheryl, Patreon supporter since April 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Thomas Hart Murder Case (EP4818)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 37:31


Today's Mystery: An errand boy at a dress shop is murdered with a pair of scissors.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 15, 1951Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Irene Tedrow, Herb Butterfield, Sidney Miller, Sylvia Syms, Mary Shipp.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day:Wendy, Patreon supporter since May 2019Support 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Thomas Hart Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 37:31 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: An errand boy at a dress shop is murdered with a pair of scissors.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 15, 1951Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Irene Tedrow, Herb Butterfield, Sidney Miller, Sylvia Syms, Mary Shipp.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day:Wendy, Patreon supporter since May 2019Support 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Ben Justin Murder Case (EP4813)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 35:46 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny investigates the murder of a former insurance investigator who was found dead in an alley.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 8, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Tony Barrett, Jack Kruschen, Michael Ann Barrett, Virgina Gregg, Sidney MillerThank you to our latest platinum Patreon supporters: George, Daniel, Jeff, and DebbieSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Pippen, Patreon supporter since March 2022Support 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Ben Justin Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 35:46 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Danny investigates the murder of a former insurance investigator who was found dead in an alley.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 8, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Tony Barrett, Jack Kruschen, Michael Ann Barrett, Virgina Gregg, Sidney MillerThank you to our latest platinum Patreon supporters: George, Daniel, Jeff, and DebbieSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Pippen, Patreon supporter since March 2022Support 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Kenneth Mitchell Murder Case (EP4808)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 39:41 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A terminally ill man is stabbed to death.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 1, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lou Merrill; Mary Lansing; Lillian Buyeff; Paul McVeigh; Byron KaneSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Mike, Patreon supporter since March 2023Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Kenneth Mitchell Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 39:41 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A terminally ill man is stabbed to death.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 1, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lou Merrill; Mary Lansing; Lillian Buyeff; Paul McVeigh; Byron KaneSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Mike, Patreon supporter since March 2023Support 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Shorty Dunn Murder (EP4803)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 35:36 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A housewife is missing and a ransom note was sent by a down-and-out man who was found murdered in a flop house.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 24, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lou Merrill; Lillian Buyeff; Byron Kane; Barton Yarborough; Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jefferey, Patreon supporter since October 2023Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Shorty Dunn Murder

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 35:36 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A housewife is missing and a ransom note was sent by a down-and-out man who was found murdered in a flop house.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 24, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lou Merrill; Lillian Buyeff; Byron Kane; Barton Yarborough; Herb ButterfieldSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jefferey, Patreon supporter since October 2023Support 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Joan Fuller Murder Case (EP4798)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 38:26 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A woman in expensive clothes is found murdered in the Central Park lake.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 17, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Irene Tedrow; Richard Crenna; Bob Bruce; Peggy Webber; Stan WaxmanSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Christine, Patreon supporter since November 2023.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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Joan Fuller Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 38:26 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A woman in expensive clothes is found murdered in the Central Park lake.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 17, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Irene Tedrow; Richard Crenna; Bob Bruce; Peggy Webber; Stan WaxmanSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Christine, Patreon supporter since November 2023.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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Johnny Hill Murder Case (EP4793)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 35:19 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A Chicago gangster is found murdered in a swank New York hotel room.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 10, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen; Howard McNear; GeGe Pearson; Marlowe Dwyer; Adrian Marden; Lou MerrillSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lewis, Patreon supporter since May 2025.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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Johnny Hill Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 35:19 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A Chicago gangster is found murdered in a swank New York hotel room.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 10, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen; Howard McNear; GeGe Pearson; Marlowe Dwyer; Adrian Marden; Lou MerrillSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lewis, Patreon supporter since May 2025.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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Laura Burton Murder Case (EP4787)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 34:25 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy socialite who had recently married a waterfront character is found murdered in a low-class hotel room.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 3, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lawrence Dobkin; Betty Lou Gerson; Edwin Max; Clayton Post; Jerry Hausner; Jody GilbertSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Susan, Patreon supporter since October 2018Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Laura Burton Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 34:25 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A wealthy socialite who had recently married a waterfront character is found murdered in a low-class hotel room.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 3, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Lawrence Dobkin; Betty Lou Gerson; Edwin Max; Clayton Post; Jerry Hausner; Jody GilbertSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Susan, Patreon supporter since October 2018Support 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 @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Harold Clark Murder Case (EP4782)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 35:00 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery:  A man is killed in an apartment and witnesses say a neighbor did it.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 27, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Cathy Lewis, Vivi Janis, Edwin Max, Leo Cleary, Tony BarrettSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jack, Patreon supporter since November 2019.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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Harold Clark Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 35:00 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery:  A man is killed in an apartment and witnesses say a neighbor did it.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 27, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Cathy Lewis, Vivi Janis, Edwin Max, Leo Cleary, Tony BarrettSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jack, Patreon supporter since November 2019.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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Village of Virtue Matter (EP4779)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 31:44 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Johnny is sent to investigate a series of thefts near a small South Carolina village that have endangered the peace between a colony of ex-mobsters and the locals.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 27, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Frank Nelson; Billy Halop; Jack Kruschen; Peter Leeds; Gil Stratton; Will WrightWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Katherine, Patreon supporter since June 2021Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Village of Virtue Matter (EP4779)

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 31:44 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: Johnny is sent to investigate a series of thefts near a small South Carolina village that have endangered the peace between a colony of ex-mobsters and the locals.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 27, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Frank Nelson; Billy Halop; Jack Kruschen; Peter Leeds; Gil Stratton; Will WrightWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day: Katherine, Patreon supporter since June 2021Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The John Webster Murder Case (EP4777)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 37:22 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A man is found murdered at the funeral for a wealthy woman.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 20, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Jeanette Nolan; Francis X. Bushman; Ted Osborne; Peggy WebberSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Adrienne, Patreon supporter since January 2020Support 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.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The John Webster Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 37:22 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: A man is found murdered at the funeral for a wealthy woman.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 20, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Jeanette Nolan; Francis X. Bushman; Ted Osborne; Peggy WebberSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Adrienne, Patreon supporter since January 2020Support 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 @radiodetectives

Breaking Walls
BW - EP96: Halloween on the Air (1943 - 1953) [Rewind]

Breaking Walls

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 192:16


This episode was originally released on 10/1/2019. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes. ____________ In Breaking Walls Episode 96, we laugh, scream, and cry while we join radio's best as they celebrate Halloween on the air. —————————— Highlights: • The Birth of the Great Gildersleeve • Sam Spade has a Halloween adventure • Ernest Chappell says, “Don't Tell Me About Halloween” • Spike Jones and His City Slickers Celebrate • Sherlock Holmes and the Laughing Lemur • The Story Behind Bing Crosby's Departure from NBC and move to ABC • Ozzie, Harriet, David, and Ricky • Jack Benny goes Trick-Or-Treating • John Guedel, Art Linkletter, and People Are Funny • Looking Ahead to the Holiday Season —————————— The WallBreakers: http://thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: http://patreon.com/TheWallBreakers —————————— The reading material used in today's episode was: • On The Air — By John Dunning • Terror On The Air!, Horror Radio in America — By Richard J. Hand • Network Radio Ratings, 1932-53 — by Jim Ramsburg As well as articles by: • TUNE IN Magazine - September 1946 • Broadcasting Magazine - April 14th, July14th, and September 15th, 1947 —————————— On the interview front: • Chuck Schaden interviewed Jack Benny, Ken Carpenter, John Guedel, Shirley Mitchell, Arch Oboler, Hal Peary, Lurene Tuttle, and Mike Wallace. Hear their full chats at SpeakingofRadio.com. • Howard Duff, June Havoc, and Bill Spier were with Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. These interviews can be heard at GoldenAge-WTIC.org. • John Gassman of SPERDVAC was with Art Linkletter in 1991. For more information, please go to SPERDVAC.com. • Jack Kruschen and Shirley Mitchell were with Jim Bohannon on September 12th, 1987. • Chuck Cecil interviewed Ozzie Nelson. • Johnny Hayes, David Nelson, and Jack Wagner were interviewed by KRLA • Johnny Carson interviewed Orson Welles, Ozzie, Harriet, and Ricky Nelson for The Tonight Show, while David Hartman interviewed David, Harriet, and Ricky for Good Morning America. • Frank Bresee interviewed Bing Crosby, John Scott Trotter • And Dick Joy was with John Dunning for 71KNUS. —————————— Selected Music featured in today's episode was: • A Wicked Thought - By John Zacharely • Ghost Bus Tours - By George Fenton for High Spirits and • Travelin Man - By Ricky Nelson

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Helen Carrol Murder Case (EP4772)|Detective Radio Drama

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 36:17


Today's Mystery: An elderly woman is found murdered in her apartment and three people confess to the crime.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 13, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergent Muggavan, Joyce McCluskey, Herb Butterfield, Peggy Webber, Lou Krugman, and David EllisSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Tristan, Patreon supporter since November 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat
Broadway's My Beat: The Helen Carrol Murder Case

The Great Detectives Present Broadway's My Beat

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 36:17 Transcription Available


Today's Mystery: An elderly woman is found murdered in her apartment and three people confess to the crime.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 13, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergent Muggavan, Joyce McCluskey, Herb Butterfield, Peggy Webber, Lou Krugman, and David EllisSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Tristan, Patreon supporter since November 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: Tom and Alice Corey Murder Case (EP4767)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 34:39


Today's Mystery: A man kills his wife on the phone with Danny and plans to end his life.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 21, 1950Originated in HollywoodStars: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover, Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia, Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan, Herb Butterfield, Anne Stone, Byron Kane, Janet Logan, Junius MatthewsSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Becky, Patreon supporter since March 2019Support 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…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesBecome one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Twitter@radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Breaking Walls
BW - EP93: Radio And The New York City Subway (1941 - 1975) [Rewind]

Breaking Walls

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 185:30


This episode was originally released on 7/1/2019. While new episodes of Breaking Walls are on hiatus I'll be going back and posting the older episodes. ____________ In Breaking Walls episode 93 we ride the rails with some of the most famous stars in radio history. During radio's golden age, there were three main production hubs: New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. With so much daily content to produce, radio's greatest minds developed programs and episodes centered around every recognizable theme, like the New York city subway. While this episode will take place in or around New York's public transportation system, we'll focus just as much on the relationships forged by radio's legends on both coasts. Highlights: • Mercedes McCambridge, Himan Brown, and Grand Central Station • How Bill Spier influenced the careers of his wife June Havoc and his protégé Elliott Lewis • From Suspense to Broadway is My Beat, Elliott Lewis shines • Jack Benny stars on Suspense • Cathy Lewis: Mrs Radio • Mandel Kramer, Jan Miner, and Subway Soaps from New York • Byron Kane and Subways Are For Sleeping • William N. Robson, Shirley Mitchell, Virginia Gregg and Jack Kruschen on radio in the 1950s • Bob and Ray head down into the Subway • Himan Brown brings dramatic radio back to life in the 1970s • Next Stop: The Soda Shop The WallBreakers: thewallbreakers.com Subscribe to Breaking Walls everywhere you get your podcasts. To support the show: patreon.com/TheWallBreakers The reading material used in today's episode was: • On The Air - By John Dunning • The CBS Radio Mystery Theater Handbook - by Gordon Payton & Martin Grams Jr. • Network Radio Ratings, 1932-53 - by Jim Ramsburg • The Museum of Broadcast Communications Encyclopedia of Radio - by Christopher H. Sterling as well as articles from: • Broadcasting Magazine - November 3rd, 1947 • And Billboard Magazine - May 1st, 1948 On the interview front: • Himan Brown, June Havoc, Mandel Kramer, Elliott Lewis, E.G. Marshall, Jan Miner, William Spier and William N. Robson were with Dick Bertel and Ed Corcoran for WTIC's The Golden Age of Radio. These interview can be heard at GoldenAge-WTIC.org. • Ralph Bell, Himan Brown, Lawrence Dobkin, Betty Lou Gerson and Byron Kane, were with SPERDVAC. For more information, please go to S-P-E-R-D-V-A-C.com. • Himan Brown, Virginia Gregg, Elliott Lewis, Mercedees McCambridge, Shirley Mitchell and Alan Reed were interviewed by Chuck Schaden. Hear their full chats and many others from Chuck's over thirty-nine year career and SpeakingofRadio.com. • Ellott Lewis was with John Dunning on May 23rd, 1982. • Jack Kruschen, Shirley Mitchell, and George Walsh were with Jim Bohannon on September 12, 1987. • And Morton Fine was with Dan Haefele on August 9th, 1988. Selected music featured in today's episode was: • It's been a Long, Long Time - by Keely Smith • Smoke Gets in Your Eyes - by the Mallet Men • The Big Heist and Salute to Charlie Christian - by Barney Kessel • Atlantis and Roller Coaster - by Les Baxter • I'll Take Manhattan - by Blossom Dearie • And Fly Me To the Moon - by Julie London

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Jack Jorno Murder Case (EP4757)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 37:06


Today's Mystery:Johnny investigates the murder of a young prize fighter.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 7, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Tony Barrett; William Conrad; Lynn Ainley; Peter LeedsSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jennifer, Patreon supporter since May 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.netMail 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.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Harry Brett Murder Case (EP4745)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 34:29


Today's Mystery: A pianist is murdered in a bar on a revolving table.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 31, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant MuggavanSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, Patreon supporter since May 2020Support 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.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Salkoff Sequel Matter (EP4741)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 30:22


Today's Mystery: Johnny was about to leave Florida, but plans change when Johnny learns that the assistant at a laboratory doing top secret research has disappeared, with foul play suspected.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 16, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Herb Ellis; Lou Merrill; Stacy Harris; Jack Kruschen; Vic Perrin; Harry BartellWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day:Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Yours Truly Johnny Dollar: The Salkoff Sequel Matter (EP4741)

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 30:22


Today's Mystery: Johnny was about to leave Florida, but plans change when Johnny learns that the assistant at a laboratory doing top secret research has disappeared, with foul play suspected.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 16, 1958Originating from HollywoodStarring: Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar; Herb Ellis; Lou Merrill; Stacy Harris; Jack Kruschen; Vic Perrin; Harry BartellWhen making your travel plans, remember http://johnnydollarair.comBecome one of our Patreon Supporters at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netThank you to our Patreon Supporter of the Day:Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Twitter @radiodetectives

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Seliah Jordan Murder Case (E{4739)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 37:58


Today's Mystery: A middle-aged man reports that a beautiful young woman was murdered, though there is no body.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 24, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen as Sergeant Muggavan; Irene Tedrow; Joyce McCluskey; Earle Ross; Jack Edwards; Tom HollandSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Emmett, Patreon supporter since March 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.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Frank Briscoe Murder Case (EP4727)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 34:49


Today's Mystery: A man is found murdered in a rooming house.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 10, 1950Originated from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen; Lou Merrill; Tony Barrett; Herb Butterfield; Jay NovelloSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Guy, Patreon supporter since September 2022.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.

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio
Broadway's My Beat: The Morris Bernstein Murder Case (EP4703)

The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 38:47


Today's Mystery: Danny investigates the beating and murder of a bakery truck driver.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 16, 1950Originating from HollywoodStarring: Larry Thor as Lieutenant Danny Clover; Charles Calvert as Sergeant Gino Tartaglia; Jack Kruschen; Harry Bartell; Barney Phillips; Maria Palmer; Howard McNear; Billy HalopSupport the show monthly at https://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.