Classic Radio Drama

Out-of-work showgirl Maisie takes a job on a farm owned by widowed farmer Jed Parker, leading to humorous adventures.

Orson Welles narrates a story about Harry Lime, exploring the concept of a 'sucker' as a gambler who believes in sure things in a world full of uncertainty.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar investigates the murder of Horace Lockhart, dealing with a complex case involving multiple deaths and a $200,000 insurance question.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar recounts his assignment to stop a con artist posing as a salesman who scams department stores during the Christmas rush.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar recounts his travel expenses and encounters a mysterious situation at a hotel while investigating the Paracraft policy.

This episode of Gangbusters presents an authentic police case history from the early days of radio, featuring a crime-fighting story in cooperation with law enforcement agencies.

Orson Welles narrates as Harry Lime, who finds himself in Sicily running from something while briefly noticing the scenic beauty of the island.

This episode of Gangbusters presents authentic police case histories in cooperation with law enforcement, featuring former police commissioner Louis J.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is assigned to investigate a stolen jewel case in Cuba, following a tip about a jailed man who may know the location of the missing gems.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is hired to handle a delicate kidnapping case involving Sidney Rykoff, who will be dead in seven hours unless a ransom is paid.

This episode dramatizes the story of Stanley Phillips, a bank teller who embezzles money to buy a speedboat and flees before an audit, exploring his personal life and the consequences of his actions.

Freelance investigator Johnny Dollar recounts his investigation into the Jack Madigan matter, beginning with a phone call to check the reputation of a bail bond agency.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar investigates the disappearance of archaeologist Bruce Lampert, beginning with a meeting with his sister in New York City.

Maisie Revere, a show business performer played by Anne Southern, recounts being hired for a society banquet in upstate New York and her early travel mishaps.

This episode presents a radio drama adaptation of Mary Orr's story 'The Wisdom of Eve', starring Claudia Morgan, about Hollywood intrigue surrounding a character named Eve Harrington.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar begins investigating the mysterious disappearance of Jackie Cleaver after being hired by Carl Mason at a Hartford hotel.

A newspaper reporter investigates a story about Lorainne Adams, who is scheduled for execution in the electric chair at Joliet prison.

Harry Lime recounts a trip to Greece to acquire valuable art objects, but ends up in quarantine due to a measles diagnosis.

A comedic radio play about Peggy Mark and her mother obsessing over society wedding announcements in the Sunday Times.

The Chicago Motor Club introduces its Wayside Theater program, featuring a promotional segment about travel services followed by the beginning of a play titled 'Food for Thought'.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar recounts his humorous assignment as bodyguard to a prize-winning pig at an Iowa county fair, detailing his expenses and initial encounters.

Orson Welles introduces a Campbell Playhouse episode about William Archer, a renowned dramatic critic who broke his own playwriting rules to create the successful 1920 play 'The Green Goddess'.

Orson Welles narrates a dramatic story about Harry Lime's involvement in a real revolution in Central America, contrasting it with theatrical portrayals.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar travels to North Dakota to investigate two elderly policyholders who are threatening suicide, uncovering a mysterious situation involving a gravedigger.

This episode of Encore Theater presents a dramatic story about Florence Nightingale, highlighting the human aspects of medical science and heroism.

This episode follows Mr.

Maisie Revere recounts her misadventure of unknowingly driving a stolen car from Brooklyn to Nevada, leaving her broke in a wealthy town while reflecting on her perpetual bad luck.

A mysterious tale set in the Caribbean featuring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, where a character returns from the jungle to civilization and encounters intrigue involving gold.

Orson Welles narrates the backstory of Harry Lime, a character from The Third Man, exploring his life before his death in Vienna and his connections to Nazis in Buenos Aires.

A night beat reporter in Chicago stumbles upon a story at a boxing gym on Madison Street, setting up a dramatic encounter.

A reporter named Randy Stone describes his nightly beat covering the dark, dangerous, and lonely aspects of urban life in Chicago.

This episode of Radio City Playhouse features a focus on the outstanding American writer Willis Cooper.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar begins investigating the disappearance of Leland Case by contacting his wife and checking with the Missing Persons Bureau.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar is called to investigate a serious case involving pleasure boat policies with no survivors and million-dollar liability claims on the West Coast.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar travels to Los Angeles to investigate the Nora Faulkner matter, involving potential crimes like murder, theft, or arson.

Harry Lime recounts a mysterious encounter with a fortune teller in an Italian hotel bar who connects him to a lime rind from his drink.

This episode features a radio drama called 'A Fifth of Tears', written and narrated by comedian Bob Sweeney, about policewomen patrolling urban areas like skid row, with Kathy and Elliot Lewis performing the roles.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar details his expense account for the case of Barton Drake, beginning with charges for a missed phone call and breakfast.

This episode of Gang Busters features Chief Clem W.

A radio drama featuring actor David Gothard as Babe Sherman in a story involving ponies, gambling, blackmail, and marital secrets.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar investigates the Colburn shooting case in Blood River, detailing his expenses and travel arrangements.

This episode presents a radio play titled 'Romance in Old Monterey' set in 1847 California, sponsored by the Chicago Motor Club as part of their weekly Wayside Theater series.

A family drama unfolds as characters discuss following directions about an inheritance and stock at the old Gordon place, revealing connections to Mississippi swamp folk history.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar travels to Los Angeles to investigate an attempted murder on wealthy client Harold Trandum after a large life insurance policy raises suspicions.

Insurance investigator Johnny Dollar recounts his expenses and arrival at a meeting with policyholder Robert Perry, only to discover Perry's dead body.

A radio drama host takes listeners to the opening night of a new comedy romance play called 'Love is Stranger than Fiction' at the Little Theatre of Times Square.

Orson Welles narrates a fictional story about Harry Lime's past life in London where he breaks three music boxes and establishes an orphan asylum, presented as part of The Lives of Harry Lime series.

A young boy encounters a mysterious stranger who offers him an adventure to escape the boredom of his sickbed, leading to a disorienting experience in a familiar neighborhood.

Harry Lime seeks refuge in a sleepy English village where he meets Helen and her scientist uncles obsessed with alchemy.

Johnny Dollar investigates a stolen jewelry case for Plymouth Insurance, meeting policyholder Roy Underwood in New York, where mysterious interruptions and tense dialogue hint at deeper secrets.