Best FZiffel Podcasts (2025)

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Barrie Craig, Confidential Investigator - Kitchens Come with Knives 27:13

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16m ago27:13

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Barrie Craig, in his latest assignment as a confidential investigator, found himself in a situation where he was standing outside, in a drafty doorway in the rain, watching a house across the street. All he had to do was wait in the doorway until a man named Sam Jenkins made an appearance, then go home. The next morning he was to type up a report t…

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Richard Diamond, Private Detective - The Jacoby Case 29:00

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Lieutenant Walt Levinson calls Richard at his office. He says "Rick, I got a big headache. I think maybe you can help me with it". Richard says "Trouble?" Walt says "All over the place. You don't have to, but I'd like to, well, sort of kick it around with you". Richard says "Sure, I'll be right down". Walt says "Oh, thanks, Rick". Richard closes up…

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The Lives of Harry Lime - Too Many Crooks 25:45

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Harry Lime receives a telegram from Budapest, Hungary, that reads: "Dear Mr. Lime, My bank is going to be robbed and I need your help. Signed, Feckety" Harry believed it to be a man's name, but it was not anyone that he knew. However, as he knew all about bank robberies, he was dying to help. Besides, he loves eating the goulashes, so he starts pac…

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CBS Radio Mystery Theater - The Million Dollar Murder 43:40

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Richard "Dick" Nelson, owner of the Nelson Furniture Factory, has led a charmed life for most of his 35 years. He's had nothing but good luck in personal life and in his business ventures, until recently. For the past few months, he has had one problem after another at his factory. After one particularly bad morning, he goes to lunch at the club an…

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The Adventures of Rocky Jordan - High Pressure 26:14

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Rocky closed the Tambourine early that night, at about eleven o'clock. All of his employees had left, and he had just climbed into bed in his room upstairs for some extra sleep. Suddenly, Rocky hears the roar of motor cars coming down the street. He looked out of his open window to see two identical sedans stop directly in front of the Tambourine. …

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Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar - The Evaporated Clue Matter 20:02

6h ago20:02

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Henry "Hank" Bascom of the Four State Insurance Company in New York wants Johnny to investigate the murder of a wealthy copper mill owner named Jonathan Kenworthy, who had previously purchased a life insurance policy worth almost 200 thousand dollars. The sole beneficiary of this policy is Carlton Kenworthy, his grandson. Johnny asks Hank "Do you o…

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Mr. District Attorney - The Case of the Hungry Hobo 26:07

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On a Saturday night in a Roadside Diner near a railroad crossing, Charlie Porter is working his usual late shift and listening to a prizefight on the radio, when his unemployed brother-in law, Jack Houseman, walks in. Jack is brother to Nina, Charlie's wife. Jack has been living with his sister and Charlie for quite some time. Jack says "Hi Charlie…

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Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons - The Telephone Book Murder Case 25:40

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In his fashionable New York mansion, wealthy bachelor, Bradley Andrews is standing before a mirror in the drawing room, putting the finishing touches to his evening clothes as his valet, Edwards, stands nearby. Andrews says "Well, how do I look?" Edwards says "Perfect, sir. Your new dinner jacket is an excellent job of tailoring, Mr. Andrews". He s…

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This Is Your FBI - The Cautious Killer 23:33

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John and Mary Clifton live in a small mining town of Larkin, Ohio. Mary is the young attractive wife who, unfortunately, is the target of idol gossip of the envious. Her husband, John, is a jealous man, who always drinks too much at the corner bar and sometimes gets wind of the gossip. Tonight, as usual, Mary has put supper in the warming oven whil…

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Gang Busters - The Case of the Inside Track 23:58

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In a night club on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, a sharply dressed man, with the nickname of "Ginger" is standing against a wall several feet from the piano player observing what went on at the bar. After a half hour or so, he walks across the floor to the office door in the back of the club. He opens the door and says "Hutch? He says "Come in, Gi…

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Jeff Regan, Investigator - The Pilgrim's Progress 29:05

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Jeff Regan went to the office Friday night about 5:20 answering the Lyon's call. He was sitting behind the desk sucking on a quarter cigar. He looked real pleased like a fat lady locked in a cream puff factory. The Lyon says "A man I know had a baby. He's a plumber named Broman or Groman, something like that". Jeff says "Mazel Tov". Lyon says "Canc…

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The Epic Casebook - Warnings Anonymous 27:08

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The telephone call came through just as Inspector Carr is about to leave for home at approximately 5:30 one Friday afternoon. The Inspector picked up the phone and says "Carr speaking". The dispatch says "There's someone on the line that says he wants to talk to you personally, sir. He says he's got a tip off". Carr says "A tip off? That's not my d…

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Radio City Playhouse - Hit and Run 29:03

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It is Friday afternoon, and Hal Lawrence, traveling salesman, is on his way home, looking forward to a nice weekend. He was driving a little faster than he should have, but it was a beautiful day and he was thinking about his wife, Ellen, and his young son, Jackie. He was driving on the hilly and winding section of Highway 11B and just getting into…

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The New Adventures of Nero Wolfe - The Disappearing Diamonds 28:39

1h ago28:39

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The telephone is ringing in Mr. Wolfe's office. Archie answers it and says "Mr. Wolfe's Office. Archie Goodwin speaking. Willie Inch did you say? Just a second. Do you want to talk to a fellow named Willie Inch, which I doubt?" Mr. Wolfe says "No". Archie says "He says he's got to see you". Mr. Wolfe asks "Who is he?" Archie says "I'll ask. Mr. Wol…

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Box 13 - Design for Danger 26:28

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Dan Holiday receives a letter in Box 13 that reads: "Dear Dan, I need your help desperately. Johnny Tide was released from the State Penitentiary this morning with murder in his heart. I don't know any of the details but I'm sure that he'll be back here in Watertown by nightfall, at the latest. If you mean what you say in your ad in the Star Times,…

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Bold Venture - A Muncie Murderess in Havana 26:34

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Robert and Martha Palmer from Muncie, Indiana, are visiting Havana and staying at Shannon's Place. After a full day of sightseeing, shopping, and enjoying the Havana hospitality, they are being entertained in the bar by King Moses. Saylor says "You must be tired, Mrs. Palmer, all the sightseeing you've done today, you and your husband. Martha says …

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The Crime Club - Death Never Doubles 28:28

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It is early evening and Peter Woods, a young lawyer, is in his apartment getting dressed to go see his fiancé, Hilda Ryan, when suddenly, his telephone starts ringing. A man named Steve Jackson is calling him. About five minutes later, Peter says "Oh sure Mr. Jackson, don't worry. I'll be there. Yes, I know at a quarter to eight. Yes, I got the add…

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R.D. Wingfield - Adequate Reasons 47:11

22h ago47:11

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Two police officers are standing next to their squad car when a driver speeds past. The first officer says "He's in a hurry. Hey, what was the license plate of that car we're supposed to look out for? The second officer says "UYT-576G". First officer says "Well, that was him, come on". They jump into their car and pursue the driver. After a few sec…

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The Big Story - Murder and a Frustrated Father 25:32

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For Sam Melnick, a Police Reporter for the United Press operating out of the Kansas City Bureau, it has been a long, dull day. It is now time for dinner, and there is one place he always goes. It's the best meal in Kansas City, so he gets on the phone to make a reservation. She picks up the phone and says "Hello?" Sam says "Hello, Ma, it's Sam". Sh…

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Calling All Cars - Milk Bottle Murder 25:42

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Early morning in downtown Los Angeles on November 4th, Merchant Fire Dispatch Officer H.J. "Harry" Ruud's attention is suddenly attracted by a cry of "Stop Thief!" and the sound of hard shoes pounding on the concrete sidewalk ahead of him. Looking up, he sees a man disappearing around the next corner on a dead run. For three blocks, the mad race co…

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Theater Five - My Brother's Keeper 20:18

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Dr. McGraw is making his rounds at the hospital. As he is nearing his office, a woman is waiting for him. She says "Dr. McGraw, I've been waiting for you. Are you about through for the day?" Dr. McGraw asks "Why?" She says "A doctor takes care of people, doesn't he? I want you to come look at somebody. My car's outside. Can you leave now?" McGraw s…

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Suspense - On a Country Road 25:43

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Married couple David and Dorothy are driving back home in their car after a picnic. Dorothy says "Relax, David there's no hurry to get home". David says "Who can relax in this mess of traffic? There must be a wreck or something up ahead" Dorothy says "If this keeps up, we'll get caught in the rain". David says "Yeah, looks like a big storm building…

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A Case for Dr. Morelle - The Gambler 28:50

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Dr. Morelle and Miss Frayle are walking along the Chelsea bank. Miss Frayle says "Oh, it's a lovely night, doctor. Even if there is a bit of a mist off the river". Morelle says "We'll walk a little way further, and then get a taxi". They soon hear a telephone ringing. Miss Frayle says "That ringing. Do you hear that doctor?" Morelle says "I do Miss…

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I Was a Communist for the FBI - I Can't Sleep 26:11

6d ago26:11

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Matt Cvetic is talking on the telephone to his contact at the FBI. He says "I've got to see you right away. I'm heading for a conference with a big wheel and if it's about what I think it is, I'd better talk to you". The contact asks "Where are you calling from?" Matt says "Drugstore phone booth". The contact says "Then, let me do the talking. Do y…

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The Mysterious Traveler - Death Writes a Letter 27:53

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Martin Drake, a well known financier, is having an argument about the world of the spiritualism with his older brother John, an ardent believer. Martin's daughter, Susan, enters the room unnoticed. Martin says "John, how can you possibly believe in such things. Spiritualism?, nonsense is a better word for it". John says "To a skeptic everything is …

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Dragnet - The Big Badge 26:20

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Detective Sergeant Joe Friday was on the way home from the office. It was 2 25 a.m. when he got to 4656 Collis Avenue, Walking in the back door, he hears his mother ask "Joseph? Is that you?" He says "Yeah, Ma. Did I wake you?" She asks "What time is it?" He says "A little after two". She says "Oh, you can't keep this up. You've got to have your re…

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Night Beat - The Black Cat 28:11

16d ago28:11

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It was pouring rain, but Randy still had to have a story for tomorrow's paper. He was in the Madison District of Chicago, on the corner of Martin Street when he saw two or three shadowy figures staring at a big ugly black cat on the street. The cat walks around in circles like some demented thing. It's yellow eyes catching the light from the street…

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Dangerous Assignment - Berlin Kidnapping Ring 25:05

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Steve Mitchell walks into the Commissioner's office. Steve says "Good morning, Commissioner. Ruth said you had an assignment for me". The Commissioner says "I do Steve, ever been kidnapped?" Steve says "Kidnapped? Well, I remember a redhead once who claimed we were out of gas". Commissioner says "I'm sure you put up a terrific struggle". Steve says…

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The Adventures of the Falcon - The Case of the Superfluous Murder 25:29

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On a Sunday night in New York, Pudgy Wesley Endicott opens the door to his apartment and reaches for the light switch, but stops when he hears a noise in the darkened living room. He pauses for a few seconds, then clicks the switch. He sees Dennis Fulton jumping back from the sofa, on which Endicott's startled wife, Gail, is sitting. She says "Wesl…

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Tales of the Texas Rangers - Fool's Gold 26:12

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Shortly after 9 o'clock in the morning on the Tuesday after Labor Day, two men named Joseph Foy and John Thomas are in a late model black sedan cruising slowly along the main street of the town of Live Oak in West Texas. Joe says "Alright, let's go over it once more...." John says we've been over it twenty times, Foy. Let's get it done". Joe says "…

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Stand By for Crime - Mines of Murder 23:53

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A gold mining speculator named John Hendricks purchased an abandoned mine up near Las Vegas on the California side of the Nevada boundary. After three months work, three of Hendrick's employees have met their deaths on the job. Chuck Morgan learned that each of the three had been insured for a sizable amount, with Mr. Hendricks himself named as ben…

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Broadway is My Beat - The Laura Burton Murder Case 28:06

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Detective Danny Clover is assigned to look into the death of Laura Burton. She was found in a room of a waterfront hotel. When Danny arrives at the scene, Detective Muggerman is already there. Mrs. Burton was found sprawled on the floor, with her head resting on the edge of a bed. Muggerman hands Danny a cigarette, and asks "Need a light, Danny?" D…

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Nick Carter, Master Detective - Ready for Murder 23:47

19d ago23:47

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Nick and Patsy are entering the hotel room of John Ames, a young friend of Nick's. John says "Oh hello, Nick and Patsy, glad to see you. Come on in". Nick says "Thanks, good to see you again". Patsy says "Oh Nick, look at that darling Scotty on the bed". John says "Hey Mac, get down off that bed". Patsy says "Oh, he looks so cute there with his hea…

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The Adventures of Frank Race - The Adventure of the House Divided 26:29

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Frank was in San Francisco on Chestnut Street when he smells the aroma of hot fresh baked bread. He quickly makes his way toward the door of an old-fashioned bakery. There were several customers at the counter, so he is forced to wait. Suddenly, a hand touches his arm. A man says "You're Frank Race ain't you?" Frank says "Yes, I know you don't I?" …

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Mr. and Mrs. North - Bet on Murder 24:09

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It's a warm Manhattan evening when tall, well-dressed Bruce Daniel steps from his car, turns, and almost bumps into a worried looking little man named Freddy. At the sight of Daniels, the worry on Freddy's face gives way to fear. He turns and starts to run. He turns a corner, bumps into someone, rights himself, pushes past, and runs again. He reach…

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Walk Softly, Peter Troy - A Question of Propriety 23:43

18d ago23:43

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Detective Inspector Caswell is in a meeting with plain clothes Sergeant of Police Jim Barrett. Caswell says "Sit down Barrett. There is no need to tell you that this is a most unfortunate and irritating business. You had no right to meet that hoodlum in that alley alone, you know that". Barrett says "I suppose so, sir, but, I thought perhaps I coul…

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Counterspy - The Case of the Hideous Hijacker 27:59

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George Dillon, a disbarred lawyer, is meeting with Carl Shelby and his girlfriend, Myra. Shelby asks "Would you care for a drink, Dillon?" He says "Don't mind if I do, Mr. Shelby". Shelby says "Myra would you mind...." She asks "Anything for you, Carl?" He says "No, thank you my dear". Dillon says "It's a nice view of the ocean you have, Mr Shelby.…

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Cloak and Dagger - The Frank Baker Story 28:36

19d ago28:36

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Frank Baker, volunteer for the Office of Strategic Services, is receiving his last minute instructions from an OSS Colonel. He says "Remember, from now on you'll be Friedrich Schmidt, German soldier. You have your military pass, forged signatures, hospital certificates, ration coupons, and permit to travel. You know what to do". Frank says "Yes, Co…

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Whitehall 1212 - The Case of William George Greenley 28:20

19d ago28:20

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The Chief Constable of Essex telephoned the Criminal Investigation Division from Romford at 9:05 on the morning of Tuesday, September the 27th, asking that officers be sent to Stapleford Abbotts, a village halfway between Romford and Ongar on the London Chelmsford Road. Chief Inspector Quinton Tabset of Scotland Yard, accompanied by Detective Serge…

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The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - The Man with the Twisted Lip 44:06

20d ago44:06

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At the end of a long and tiring day at his practice, Dr. Watson was contemplating the joys of a good night's sleep, while Mary, his wife, was engaged with her needlework. Suddenly, Kate Whitney, a personal friend of the Watsons, stops by for a visit. Kate says "Please excuse my calling so late, but I need a little help. I didn't know what to do. It…

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Boston Blackie - The Search for Jim Gary 26:13

20d ago26:13

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Insurance Investigator John Rodney, has been hunting for a fugitive named Jim Gary for about five years. He is known to be involved in murder and jewelry theft. Rodney calls his employer, Mr. Adams of the National Insurance Company, regularly, reporting on his status in the ongoing search. Rodney is making a call. Adams picks up the phone and says …

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The Chase - Special Delivery 28:58

21d ago28:58

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Hilda Bradley and her husband, Neil Bradley, have been having difficulties in their marriage. Their relationship is now unstable, and has gotten to the point of Neil packing and leaving the home. In her anger, Hilda writes a scathing letter to her father, Judge James T. Tomlins, in Washington, DC. After completing it, she says to herself "That, my …

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The Line-Up - The Goldberg Murder Case 28:32

21d ago28:32

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Lieutenant Ben Guthrie escorts the witnesses to the viewing area. He says "You can sit right there, just any one of those empty seats. Sergeant Quine, which line are the Yudo Boys in?" Quine says "First line, I think. Let's see, yeah Tommy Young, number one, Ernest Conway, number two, and George Holstamp, number three, Yes, all in the first line". …

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Lux Radio Theater - High Wall 49:14

22d ago49:14

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At the Central Homicide Bureau of the Police Headquarters in a large city, Assistant District Attorney Wallace is speaking with Mr. Wickham. Wallace says "Sit down, Mr. Wickham. My name is David Wallace, Assistant D.A." Wickham says "Well, I would have been here sooner, but they asked me to identify the body. Mrs. Kenet was my secretary". Wallace a…

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Let George Do It - There Ain't No Justice 26:20

23d ago26:20

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Miss Brooks, answering the phone for George Valentine, receives a call from a confused little man named Abner. Brooksie says "Hello?" Abner says "I would, but I can't, you see. It's a great ad. I've seen it lots of times. Oh, a great ad, I said to myself. There's a kind of a guy that when a guy's in a pinch can...." Brooksie says "Well, just a minu…

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The FBI in Peace and War - Will Power 20:18

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Mr. Walter Merritt, Attorney, is in the backseat of a taxicab nearing his destination, Miss Edna Fergo's home. He says "Alright driver, I'll get out here". The driver asks him "Mister, you sure this is the place you want?" Merritt says "It's 1504 Avenue L isn't it?" Driver says "Oh it's the house number you gave me. I only meant, uh, well a gent li…

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Escape - Violent Night 27:49

24d ago27:49

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Barry O'Grady, plantation owner in the Caribbean Islands, is suddenly awakened from his sleep by an unfamiliar noise outside his bungalow. He quickly becomes wide awake. It's a trick he learned around the back countries of the Caribbean, out of necessity. He didn't move, or make a sound. He just stared into the darkness and listened. Again, he hear…

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Casey, Crime Photographer - The Camera Bug 25:54

29d ago25:54

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Mid-afternoon, in the photographic department of the Morning Express, Casey sits at his battered desk, wearing the scowl of a man who began his day with a dull razor and cold coffee. The door opens and a young man enters. He asks "Excuse me, is Mr. Casey in?" Casey says "Yeah, that's me". The young man says "My name's Forester, Alan Forester. I've …

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Mr. Chameleon - The Dusty Room Murder Case 26:56

25d ago26:56

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In the study of an old mansion in midtown New York, a man about 50 years old sits at an old-fashioned oak desk. He is Hiram Stevens, a wealthy inventor, and he is speaking into the telephone. He says "Hello there, Fitch. The connection was broken. I'll go back to where I was. No, I didn't misunderstand you, I know exactly what I want to do. I know …

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The Adventures of Philip Marlowe - The Promise to Pay 27:25

26d ago27:25

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Philip was making chicken cacciatore. Everything was ready for the pan, when, about 7:15 PM, his telephone rang. It was Garfield Randall, a former client who, at the age of 32, was currently setting the Los Angeles business world on its ear. Garfield says "Say, Marlowe, did you see the article about me in this morning's paper?" Marlowe says "Young …