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"The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe" was a popular radio detective show that aired from 1950 to 1951. Based on the fictional detective created by Rex Stout, the show starred Sydney Greenstreet as the titular character, Nero Wolfe, and was produced by the prolific radio producer Himan Brown. The show was known for its intricate plots, complex characters, and top-notch acting.Each episode of "The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe" followed the cases of Nero Wolfe, a brilliant and eccentric detective who solves crimes with the help of his loyal assistant, Archie Goodwin, played by Lawrence Dobkin. Wolfe...

"The Secrets of Scotland Yard" was a radio show that aired in the United States from 1949 to 1952. It was a dramatization of true crimes that were solved by Scotland Yard, the famous police force in London, England. Each episode featured a different case and provided an inside look into the investigative techniques used by the Yard to solve the crime. The show was popular for its attention to detail and accuracy in portraying the real-life cases. Many of the cases featured were high-profile and had captured the public's attention at the time they occurred. The program was hosted by Clive Brook...

"The Black Museum" was a radio crime series that aired in the United Kingdom from 1951 to 1952. The show was produced by Harry Alan Towers and hosted by Orson Welles, who introduced each episode from the titular Black Museum, a collection of criminal memorabilia located in Scotland Yard. Each episode of the show was based on a real-life crime, and the stories were often grisly and disturbing. The show's writers took great care to ensure that the details of each crime were accurate, and the episodes were designed to educate listeners about the methods of criminals and the work of law ...

"The Adventures of Philip Marlowe" is a radio show that was broadcast from 1948 to 1951. The show is based on the character of Philip Marlowe, a private detective created by Raymond Chandler. Gerald Mohr starred as Marlowe, and the show was known for its gritty and realistic portrayal of crime and the criminal underworld. Each episode of "The Adventures of Philip Marlowe" featured a different case for Marlowe to solve, often involving murder, theft, or other serious crimes. The show's writing was praised for its use of Chandler's hard-boiled style and for its ability to capture the seedy ...

"The Adventures of Superman" was a popular radio show that aired from 1940 to 1951. The show starred Clayton "Bud" Collyer as Superman and his alter ego, the mild-mannered reporter Clark Kent. The series was based on the DC Comics character Superman, who was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938.The show was known for its thrilling storylines and special effects, including the iconic opening sequence that featured the famous line, "Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!" The show's writers also introduced several...

"Screen Directors Playhouse" was a radio anthology series that aired from 1949 to 1951 on NBC and was produced and directed by the Hollywood filmmaker King Vidor. The show was sponsored by the National Safety Council and aimed to promote safety and responsible behavior among listeners. Each episode was an adaptation of a popular Hollywood film, with the original director of the film serving as the host of the radio show. The show's tagline was "Hollywood's finest, in stories of Hollywood and the world!"The show's format allowed for adaptations of a wide range of films from different genres, ...

The Perry Mason radio show is an American old-time radio program that aired from 1943 to 1955. The show is based on the fictional character Perry Mason, a brilliant criminal defense lawyer created by author Erle Stanley Gardner. The radio show was produced and directed by the legendary William N. Robson, and it starred several actors as Perry Mason over its twelve-year run.The Perry Mason radio show was one of the most popular and enduring detective dramas of the golden age of radio. The show followed the exploits of Mason, as he defended clients accused of various crimes, ranging from petty ...

"Gangbusters" was a long-running radio program that aired from 1936 to 1957. The show was created to promote cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the public in their fight against crime. Each episode dramatized real-life criminal cases, with a focus on the efforts of law enforcement to apprehend the perpetrators.The show's opening featured a distinctive siren sound that became one of the most recognizable in radio history. The program was known for its attention to detail and its use of actual case files, with each episode being introduced by a member of law enforcement who had ...

X Minus One was a science fiction radio drama series that aired from 1955 to 1958. The series was a revival of the earlier program, Dimension X, and featured adaptations of classic science fiction stories written by some of the most acclaimed authors of the time, including Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, and Robert Heinlein. The show was produced by NBC and aired on their radio network. Each episode of X Minus One was a self-contained story, with themes ranging from time travel and space exploration to artificial intelligence and alien invasion. The series was known for its high-quality writing ...

The "Casebook of Gregory Hood" was a popular radio detective show that aired on NBC radio from 1946 to 1950. The series was created and produced by Himan Brown and starred Gale Gordon as the titular character, Gregory Hood. The show was notable for its intelligent plots, atmospheric sound effects, and tight pacing, which kept listeners on the edge of their seats.These episodes have been digitally remastered and are presented by SolvedMystery.com Each episode of "The Casebook of Gregory Hood" followed the adventures of Hood, a wealthy importer and amateur detective, as he solved crimes and ...

“Dimension X” was a science fiction radio series that aired on NBC from April 1950 to September 1951, and was later revived on Mutual from May to September 1952. The show presented adaptations of classic and contemporary science fiction stories, and often featured original scripts written by some of the genre’s most prominent authors, including Ray Bradbury and Robert Heinlein. The series was produced by Frederic Pohl, who later became a notable science fiction writer in his own right.The stories featured on “Dimension X” covered a wide range of topics, including space exploration, ...

"Tales of the Texas Rangers" was a radio show that aired from 1950 to 1952. It featured stories based on the experiences of the Texas Rangers, a legendary law enforcement agency in the state of Texas. The show was notable for its authenticity and attention to detail, as it was based on actual cases handled by the Texas Rangers.The show followed the adventures of fictional Texas Ranger Jace Pearson, played by actor Joel McCrea. Each episode would start with a prologue by Pearson, explaining the nature of the case and the challenges he and his fellow Rangers would face in solving it. The show ...

“Bold Venture” was a radio show that aired between 1951 and 1952. The series was set in Havana, Cuba, and followed the adventures of Slate Shannon (played by Humphrey Bogart) and his partner, Sailor Duval (played by Lauren Bacall). Slate Shannon was a former sailor and owner of the "Bold Venture" - a shipping line that primarily focused on fishing charters. Sailor Duval was his loyal companion, who also served as the ship's first mate. Together, the two ran the business and solved various mysteries that came their way.The show was created by Morton Fine and David Friedkin, and its ...

This is Your FBI was a radio crime drama series that aired from 1945 to 1953. It was produced with the cooperation of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and aimed to educate the public about the work of the FBI and to promote patriotism. The show was hosted by announcer Dean Carlton and featured a cast of actors who portrayed FBI agents and criminals. Each episode of This is Your FBI was based on a real case that the FBI had worked on, although the names of the people involved were changed. The show covered a variety of crimes, including bank robberies, kidnappings, and espionage. The ...

“Crime Classics” was a radio true crime series that aired from 1953 to 1954, and was created, produced, and directed by Elliott Lewis. The show was unique in its format, as each episode recreated a historical murder or crime, detailing the events leading up to the crime, the crime itself, and its aftermath. The show’s writers relied heavily on historical documents and accounts to ensure accuracy in their storytelling. One of the most notable aspects of “Crime Classics” was its use of humor and satire to lighten the tone of some of the more gruesome or shocking stories. This allowed ...

"The Shadow" was a radio show that aired from 1937 to 1954, based on a pulp magazine character of the same name. The show follows the adventures of Lamont Cranston, a wealthy man who uses his hypnotic powers to become the mysterious vigilante known as "The Shadow." The character was voiced by several actors over the years, but the most iconic voice was that of Orson Welles, who played the role in the early years of the show. Each episode featured a new mystery or crime that Cranston and his allies would attempt to solve or prevent. The show was known for its distinctive opening, in which the ...

"Buck Rogers in the 25th Century" was a science fiction radio show that aired from 1932 to 1947. Based on the comic strip of the same name, the program followed the adventures of Buck Rogers, a World War I veteran who was frozen in suspended animation for 500 years. When he awakens, he finds himself in the 25th century, where he battles villains and saves the day with the help of his love interest, Wilma Deering, and his sidekick, Buddy Wade.The show was notable for its futuristic technology, which included spaceships, ray guns, and other high-tech gadgets. It was also one of the first science...

"The Shadow of Fu Manchu" was a radio show that aired from 1939 to 1940, based on the character created by British author Sax Rohmer. The show followed the adventures of the evil genius, Dr. Fu Manchu, and his relentless pursuit of world domination. The show's protagonist was a fictional character called Nayland Smith, a British government agent who was assigned to stop Fu Manchu's nefarious plans. The show was noted for its fast-paced action, suspenseful storytelling, and vivid depictions of exotic locations and cultures. The character of Fu Manchu was portrayed as a formidable and cunning ...

“Pat Novak for Hire" was a popular radio detective show that aired from 1946 to 1949. Created by writer Richard L. Breen, the show starred Jack Webb as Pat Novak, a tough-talking private detective who always found himself in the middle of trouble. The show was known for its gritty realism, hard-boiled dialogue, and atmospheric sound effects.Each episode of "Pat Novak for Hire" followed the exploits of Pat Novak as he navigated the seedy underworld of San Francisco, taking on dangerous cases and outsmarting the city's criminal element. Novak was often aided in his investigations by his loyal ...

"Mr. Chameleon" was a popular radio detective show that aired on NBC radio from 1947 to 1952. The series was created by Lawrence Klee and starred Clayton Collyer as the titular character, Mr. Chameleon. The show was known for its clever plots, fast-paced action, and Collyer's dynamic performance, which kept listeners hooked throughout the series' run.Each episode of "Mr. Chameleon" followed the adventures of the title character, a master of disguise who used his skills to solve crimes and bring criminals to justice. Mr. Chameleon was often assisted in his investigations by his loyal secretary,...