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Choice Classic Radio brings to you old time radio’s greatest detectives! Each day we feature a program chosen from the most popular shows of the period. So sit back and enjoy the best detectives The Golden Age of Radio has to offer! Our current lineup Monday: Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar & Richard Diamond, Private Detective Tuesday: Dragnet & Johnny Madero, Pier 23 Wednesday: Broadway Is My Beat & Dangerous Assignment Thursday: The Falcon & The Shadow Friday: Sherlock Holmes Saturday: Pat Novak for Hire & Boston Blackie Sunday: This Is Your FBI & The Saint Please rate us on Apple Podcasts/iTunes. Thanks for listening!

Episodes

24 min
Jun 6, 2026Episode 2075
Boston Blackie: The Disappearing Body 01/22/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents Boston Blackie, featuring today’s episode titled “The Disappearing Body.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

26 min
Jun 6, 2026Episode 2074
Philo Vance: Tree Trunk Murder Case 11/23/1948

Choice Classic Radio presents Philo Vance, featuring today’s episode titled “Tree Trunk Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 5, 2026Episode 2072
Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Dying Detective 02/03/1947 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Adventure of the Dying Detective.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 5, 2026Episode 2073
Sherlock Holmes: The Singular Affair of the Babbling Butler 01/27/1947 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Singular Affair of the Babbling Butler.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 2071
The Shadow: Revenge on the Shadow 07/31/1938

Choice Classic Radio presents The Shadow, featuring today’s episode titled “Revenge on the Shadow.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
Jun 4, 2026Episode 2070
Rocky Fortune: On the Trail of a Killer 01/05/1954

Choice Classic Radio presents Rocky Fortune, featuring today’s episode titled “On the Trail of a Killer.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 2069
Dangerous Assignment: Contact Lefty the Trained Seal (Turkey) 09/20/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Dangerous Assignment, featuring today’s episode titled “Contact Lefty the Trained Seal.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 3, 2026Episode 2068
Broadway Is My Beat: The Paul Tracy Murder Case 09/27/1952

Choice Classic Radio presents Broadway Is My Beat, featuring today’s episode titled “The Paul Tracy Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

30 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 2067
Michael Shayne: Re-Create a Murder Party 05/28/1945

Choice Classic Radio presents Michael Shayne, featuring today’s episode titled “Re-Create a Murder Party.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 2, 2026Episode 2066
Dragnet: The Big Ruling 9/06/1955

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, featuring today’s episode titled “The Big Ruling” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 2065
Richard Diamond, Private Detective: The Blind Man and the Cop Killer 02/26/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Richard Diamond, Private Detective, featuring today’s episode titled “The Blind Man and the Cop Killer.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

25 min
Jun 1, 2026Episode 2064
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Saturday Night Matter 03/20/1960

Choice Classic Radio presents Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, featuring today’s episode titled “The Saturday Night Matter.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 31, 2026Episode 2063
The Saint: Simon Minds the Baby 12/17/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents The Saint, featuring today’s episode titled “Simon Minds the Baby.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 31, 2026Episode 2062
This Is Your FBI: Lady of Larceny 08/09/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents This Is Your FBI, featuring today’s episode titled “Lady of Larceny.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

23 min
May 30, 2026Episode 2061
Boston Blackie: The Murdered Sword Swallower 01/03/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents Boston Blackie, featuring today’s episode titled “The Murdered Sword Swallower.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

26 min
May 30, 2026Episode 2060
Philo Vance: Heavyweight Murder Case 11/16/1948

Choice Classic Radio presents Philo Vance, featuring today’s episode titled “Heavyweight Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 29, 2026Episode 2059
Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Devil's Foot 01/13/1947 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Adventure of the Devil's Foot.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 29, 2026Episode 2059
Sherlock Holmes: The Darlington Substitution Case 01/04/1947 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Darlington Substitution Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 28, 2026Episode 2058
The Shadow: The Mark of the Bat 07/24/1938

Choice Classic Radio presents The Shadow, featuring today’s episode titled “The Mark of the Bat.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 28, 2026Episode 2057
Rocky Fortune: The Plot to Murder Santa Claus 12/22/1953

Choice Classic Radio presents Rocky Fortune, featuring today’s episode titled “The Plot to Murder Santa Claus.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 27, 2026Episode 2056
Dangerous Assignment: Chromite Mine Disaster (Balkans) 09/06/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Dangerous Assignment, featuring today’s episode titled “Chromite Mine Disaster.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

28 min
May 27, 2026Episode 2055
Broadway Is My Beat: The Tony Blair Murder Case 09/20/1952

Choice Classic Radio presents Broadway Is My Beat, featuring today’s episode titled “The Tony Blair Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 26, 2026Episode 2054
Michael Shayne: Date with a Wedding 05/14/1945

Choice Classic Radio presents Michael Shayne, featuring today’s episode titled “Date with a Wedding.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 26, 2026Episode 2053
Dragnet: The Big Fellow 08/30/1955

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, featuring today’s episode titled “The Big Fellow.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 25, 2026Episode 2052
Richard Diamond, Private Detective: The Jewel Thief 02/19/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Richard Diamond, Private Detective, featuring today’s episode titled “The Jewel Thief.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

25 min
May 25, 2026Episode 2051
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Deep Down Matter 03/13/1960

Choice Classic Radio presents Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, featuring today’s episode titled “The Deep Down Matter.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 24, 2026Episode 2050
The Saint: The Chiseling Chimpanzee 12/10/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents The Saint, featuring today’s episode titled “The Chiseling Chimpanzee.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 24, 2026Episode 2049
This Is Your FBI: The Sinister Witness 07/26/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents This Is Your FBI, featuring today’s episode titled “The Sinister Witness.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 23, 2026Episode 2048
Boston Blackie: The Masters Diamond 12/27/1945

Choice Classic Radio presents Boston Blackie, featuring today’s episode titled “The Masters Diamond.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

27 min
May 23, 2026Episode 2047
Philo Vance: The Bulletin Murder Case 10/05/1948

Choice Classic Radio presents Philo Vance, featuring today’s episode titled “The Bulletin Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 22, 2026Episode 2046
Sherlock Holmes: The Singular Affair of the White Cockerel 12/28/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Singular Affair of the White Cockerel.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 22, 2026Episode 2045
Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Grand Old Man 12/21/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Adventure of the Grand Old Man.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 21, 2026Episode 2044
The Shadow: The Reincarnation of Michael 07/17/1938

Choice Classic Radio presents The Shadow, featuring today’s episode titled “The Reincarnation of Michael.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 21, 2026Episode 2043
Rocky Fortune: Companion to a Chimp 12/15/1953

Choice Classic Radio presents Rocky Fortune, featuring today’s episode titled “Companion to a Chimp.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 20, 2026Episode 2042
Dangerous Assignment: Guided Missile Plans 08/30/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Dangerous Assignment, featuring today’s episode titled “Guided Missile Plans.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 20, 2026Episode 2041
Broadway Is My Beat: The Stacy Parker Murder Case 07/05/1952

Choice Classic Radio presents Broadway Is My Beat, featuring today’s episode titled “The Stacy Parker Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 19, 2026Episode 2040
Michael Shayne: Big Voice Means a Big Body 05/07/1945

Choice Classic Radio presents Michael Shayne, featuring today’s episode titled “Big Voice Means a Big Body.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

26 min
May 19, 2026Episode 2039
Dragnet: The Big Beer 08/16/1955

Choice Classic Radio presents Dragnet, featuring today’s episode titled “The Big Beer.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 18, 2026Episode 2038
Richard Diamond, Private Detective: Elaine Tanner Case 02/12/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents Richard Diamond Private Detective, featuring today’s episode titled “Elaine Tanner Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 18, 2026Episode 2037
Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Look Before the Leap Matter 02/28/1960

Choice Classic Radio presents Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, featuring today’s episode titled “The Look Before the Leap Matter.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

28 min
May 17, 2026Episode 2036
The Saint: Martin Hickerson, Private Eye 12/03/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents The Saint, featuring today’s episode titled “Martin Hickerson, Private Eye.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 17, 2026Episode 2035
This Is Your FBI: The Walkie-Talkie Stick-Up 07/19/1946

Choice Classic Radio presents This Is Your FBI, featuring today’s episode titled “The Walkie-Talkie Stick-Up.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

26 min
May 16, 2026Episode 2034
Boston Blackie: TV Poisoning 12/20/1945

Choice Classic Radio presents Boston Blackie, featuring today’s episode titled “TV Poisoning.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

27 min
May 16, 2026Episode 2033
Philo Vance: The Argus Murder Case 09/28/1948

Choice Classic Radio presents Philo Vance, featuring today’s episode titled “The Argus Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 15, 2026Episode 2032
Sherlock Holmes: The Adventure of the Elusive Emerald 12/14/1946 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Adventure of the Elusive Emerald.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 15, 2026Episode 2031
Sherlock Holmes: The Singular Affair of the Coptic Compass 12/07/1946 (Conway & Bruce)

Choice Classic Radio presents Sherlock Holmes, featuring today’s episode titled “The Singular Affair of the Coptic Compass.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 14, 2026Episode 2030
The Shadow: He Died at Twelve 07/10/1938

Choice Classic Radio presents The Shadow, featuring today’s episode titled “He Died at Twelve.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

24 min
May 14, 2026Episode 2029
Rocky Fortune: Murder on the Midway 12/08/1953

Choice Classic Radio presents Rocky Fortune, featuring today’s episode titled “Murder on the Midway.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

29 min
May 13, 2026Episode 2028
Dangerous Assignment: Get Gouda Before the Gun Runners (Bombay) 08/23/1950

Choice Classic Radio presents to you Dangerous Assignment, which aired from 1949 to 1953. Today we bring to you the episode titled “Get Gouda Before the Gun Runners.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!

26 min
May 13, 2026Episode 2027
Broadway Is My Beat: The Joey Croft Murder Case 06/23/1952

Choice Classic Radio presents Broadway Is My Beat, which aired from 1949 to 1954. Today we bring to you the episode titled "The Joey Croft Murder Case.” Please consider supporting our show by becoming a patron at  http://choiceclassicradio.com We hope you enjoy the show!