Old Time Radio Mystery, Detective & Suspense – Bold Venture “Shannon Framed For Murder” (4/30/51) & Box 13 “The First Letter” (5/5/48)

Enjoy two classic Old Time Radio episodes from the Golden Age of Radio featuring mystery, detective work, crime, and suspense.

First, Bold Venture presents “Shannon Framed For Murder” (4/30/51). Slate Shannon finds himself in deep trouble when he’s suddenly accused of murder.

Then, Alan Ladd stars in the series premiere of Box 13. In "The First Letter," (5/5/48) mystery novelist Dan Holiday answers his first classified ad, sparking a legacy of adventure.

Old Time Radio Mystery, Detective & Suspense – The Man From Homicide “The Drowned Girl Case” (1951) & The Mysterious Traveler “Symphony of Death” (1946)

Enjoy two classic Old Time Radio episodes from the Golden Age of Radio featuring mystery, detective work, crime, and suspense.

First, The Man From Homicide presents “The Drowned Girl Case” (August 6, 1951). Lieutenant Lou Dana investigates the suspicious drowning of a young woman, uncovering clues that point to murder in this gripping vintage radio detective drama.

Next, The Mysterious Traveler delivers “Symphony of Death” (September 8, 1946), a chilling Old Time Radio horror and suspense story about a brilliant composer whose obsession with creating a masterpiece leads him down a dark and dangerous path.

Listen to more classic radio shows, including Old Time Radio mystery, crime, horror, and sci-fi, on Classic Radio Rewind.

This week on Classic Radio Rewind, We guide you through two gripping mysteries from radio’s golden era. We open with a tense psychological drama from The Molle Mystery Theater: “Female of the Species” (June 7, 1946). A seemingly ordinary woman becomes the focus of a chilling investigation when a murder exposes the darker corners of her personality. The deeper the detectives dig, the more unsettling the truth becomes.

Then, we shift into the eerie world of Mystery In The Air with Peter Lorre starring in “Beyond Good and Evil” (August 28, 1947). This haunting tale follows a man who believes he’s risen above morality itself — a belief that leads him down a path of obsession, violence, and psychological unraveling. Lorre’s unmistakable voice brings the story’s tension and madness to life.

Settle in and enjoy two unforgettable journeys into suspense, brought to you by the WOTR Radio Network. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode of Classic Radio Rewind.

Classic Radio Rewind - Episode 77

Step back into the golden age of radio with this week’s episode of Classic Radio Rewind, brought to you by Barry Slinker and the WOTR Radio Network. This installment features two gripping adventures from opposite ends of the old‑time radio universe — a Western mystery and a chilling tale of suspense.

📻 Episode 1: The Adventures of Red Ryder — “Eli Corbin Murdered” (05/07/1942)

Red Ryder and Little Beaver ride straight into trouble when the quiet rancher Eli Corbin is found murdered under suspicious circumstances. As Red digs deeper, he uncovers a web of deceit, hidden motives, and dangerous secrets threatening to tear the community apart. Justice on the frontier is never simple — and this case proves it.

🕵️ Episode 2: The Shadow — “Hounds in the Hill” (02/20/1938)

Lamont Cranston and Margot Lane travel to a remote mountain settlement plagued by eerie howls, strange disappearances, and a legend that has terrified locals for generations. As The Shadow investigates, he discovers that the truth behind the “hounds” is far more sinister — and far more human — than anyone suspects. A classic blend of mystery, atmosphere, and psychological tension.

Whether you love Western action or spine‑tingling suspense, this episode delivers a double feature of classic radio storytelling at its finest. Sit back, relax, and rewind with us.

🎙️ Classic Radio Rewind – Episode 76: "The Red Skelton Show & The Whistler"

This week, we rewind to two unforgettable gems from radio’s golden age:

🧥 The Red Skelton Show – “Job Hunting”
Red’s back with his signature blend of slapstick and satire as Junior the Mean Widdle Kid tries his hand at employment—with predictably chaotic results. From misfired interviews to workplace mayhem, this episode delivers classic Skelton laughs and timeless charm.

🕵️ The Whistler – “The Death of Mr. Penny”
A haunting tale of greed, guilt, and grim consequences. When a mild-mannered clerk named Mr. Penny meets an untimely end, the whispers of suspicion grow louder. The Whistler’s chilling narration guides us through a web of secrets where every motive casts a shadow.

Tune in for comedy and crime, laughter and suspense—all in one nostalgic rewind.