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The Whistler: Classic Radio Drama

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Welcome to The Whistler: Classic Radio Drama, featuring the complete collection of this iconic suspense series that captivated audiences from 1942 to 1955. The Whistler was a unique radio series where a mysterious narrator, known only as "The Whistler," would introduce stories of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances. Each episode began with his haunting 13-note whistle and the chilling words: "I am the Whistler, and I know many things, for I walk by night." These tales of suspense, murder, and psychological drama featured stories of greed, jealousy, revenge, and the dark corners of the human psyche. What made The Whistler special was its focus on the criminal's perspective, often revealing the perpetrator's thoughts and motivations as their carefully laid plans inevitably unraveled. Join us for this comprehensive collection of classic radio drama, meticulously restored and presented for modern listeners who appreciate timeless storytelling and masterful suspense.

507 episodes

  1. Episode 347: All Damage Covered

    Jan 2, 2025 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, a nightclub singer named Maxine is plagued by thoughts of killing her invalid husband, Charlie. After a fire breaks out at her home, she encounters a man in a pinstripe suit, leading to a confrontation at a train station. As the situation unfolds, it becomes clear that there are ulterior motives at play, and the truth behind the incidents is revealed through unexpected circumstances. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Episode 346: Impulse

    Jan 1, 2025 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Christopher Daniels, a professor of English, finds himself at a crossroads, struggling with a decision that will change his life. When a chance encounter with an old friend leads to a case of mistaken identity and a tragic event, Christopher must navigate through a web of deception, guilt, and love to find his way back to the life he left behind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Episode 345: Shakedown

    Dec 31, 2024 · 26 min

    In this episode, lifeguard Marty Lindquist finds himself in a precarious situation when he saves the wife of the Pelican Bay Inn owner, Harry Evans, from drowning. As he tries to take advantage of the situation and blackmail Evans, he discovers a dark truth about the couple's dysfunctional relationship. The unfolding events lead to a surprising twist involving an attempted murder and a dramatic intervention by the police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Episode 344: Tell Tale Brand

    Dec 30, 2024 · 29 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Mark Melville arrives in the small western community of Eagle's Nest and proposes organizing a frontier week to revive the town's fortunes. He becomes involved with a woman named Helen, who is engaged to Jim Betterly. As tensions rise, Helen is found murdered and suspicion falls on an unknown stranger. However, a surprising turn of events reveals an unexpected truth and a shocking revelation about Mark Melville's involvement in the murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Episode 343: Man on the Roof

    Dec 29, 2024 · 29 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Eddie Welch, a young man who directs the parking lot from the roof of Crandall's department store, becomes entangled in a web of mystery and deceit when he witnesses a struggle between two men. After a city detective is killed, Eddie finds himself in a dangerous game of blackmail and deception, only to discover that the man he's been blackmailing is actually an undercover police lieutenant. Eddie's plans unravel as he realizes that the tables have turned, leading to a surprising and perilous revelation about the identity of the man he thought he was blackmailing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Episode 342: Delayed Christmas Present

    Dec 28, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode, Mary Winslow, posing as blues singer Candy Porter in a Panama City night spot, encounters a man who recognizes her true identity and past. Fearing the consequences of running away, Mary decides to play her last card. After a series of events and encounters, the truth about her past surfaces, leading to unexpected resolutions and revealing the real intentions of those involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Episode 341: The Hangtree Affair

    Dec 27, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Lee Ryan boards a train and meets a talkative reporter who reveals a story of hidden money and a mysterious death. As the journey unfolds, Lee becomes intrigued by a woman named Julie and a postcard addressed to Jeff Larkin. When Larkin turns up dead, Lee finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and danger as he seeks to uncover the truth about the hidden money and Julie's involvement. His pursuit leads him to a cemetery in Silver City, where unexpected revelations come to light. The story unfolds with twists and turns, culminating in a surprising revelation about the buried secrets of Silver Johnny Burgess and a deadly trap set by a vengeful partner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Episode 340: Stormy Weather

    Dec 26, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, titled 'Stormy Weather,' Kitty Gabrin's past comes back to haunt her when Niles Keating, a former acquaintance from her acting days, threatens to expose her as the mystery woman in the Brady case. As Kitty desperately tries to keep her secret from being revealed, a dramatic turn of events unfolds, leading to a life-altering decision and an unexpected outcome that leaves Kitty in a state of emotional turmoil. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  9. Episode 339: Hired Alibi

    Dec 25, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Paul Burns, a desperate man with financial troubles, meets a hitchhiker who turns out to be a wanted fugitive. Seizing the opportunity, Paul offers the fugitive, Joe Norbella, a job at his mine and even arranges for him to stay at his house. Paul has a plan to frame Joe for a robbery at the mine, but when he learns that Joe's accomplice is his own daughter, Ruth, he confesses his scheme to the sheriff, hoping to clear Joe's name and protect his daughter. In a surprising turn of events, Paul's confession reveals the truth about Joe's innocence and Ruth's involvement, leading to unforeseen consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. Episode 338: Murder in Paradise

    Dec 24, 2024 · 25 min

    In the Sierra Mountains, Danny Williams arrives at Paradise Inn to start a new job playing piano for Johnny Hedges. He meets Lucille, Hedges' wife, who tries to seduce him. As tensions rise, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and manipulation. After a violent encounter with Hedges, a tragic car accident leads to Hedges' death and Lucille's betrayal is revealed. It's a tale of love, jealousy, and fatal consequences in the idyllic setting of Mirror Lake. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  11. Episode 337: The Lovely Look

    Dec 23, 2024 · 29 min

    In this episode, Charles Belden becomes emotionally entangled with the new housekeeper, Laurie Edgley, while his marriage to Helen becomes strained. As their relationship intensifies, Charles begins to contemplate drastic measures in order to be with Laurie. However, the situation takes a surprising turn when he discovers that Laurie is hearing-impaired and did not understand his intentions. Ultimately, the events culminate in an unexpected and tragic outcome. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  12. Episode 336: Nightmare

    Dec 22, 2024 · 30 min

    In this gripping episode of The Whistler, titled 'Nightmare,' Philip Adams finds himself on the run from the police after stealing $200,000 from a local bank. As he seeks refuge in a stranger's house, he must evade the police while dealing with a twisted ankle. However, the situation takes a shocking turn when he is mistaken for the homeowner, Hudson Willett Crane, and becomes embroiled in a deadly game of mistaken identities, leading to a series of events that pose threats to his plan for escape and survival. The episode is filled with suspense, intrigue, and unexpected plot twists that keep the audience on the edge of their seats until the very end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  13. Episode 335: Cover Up

    Dec 21, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, titled 'Cover Up', Joan Harper's sister Adele is found dead, and the circumstances surrounding her death point to her husband, David Blaine. However, a mysterious letter hidden by Joan suggests a different story. As the truth slowly comes to light, suspicions and motives are called into question, leading to a surprising revelation about Adele's health and the events that transpired on the night of her death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. Episode 334: Letter from Yesterday

    Dec 20, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Arthur Wilson, a former convict, now living a double life under a new identity, is blackmailed by a butler named Jameson who knows his true past. Desperate to protect his daughter's happiness and impending marriage, Wilson attempts to obtain a letter from the Bureau of Identification that could reveal his secret. A struggle ensues, resulting in Jameson's accidental death. However, just as Wilson is arrested, he learns that his daughter has eloped and married her fiancé, bringing unexpected joy amidst the chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  15. Episode 333: Search for an Unknown

    Dec 19, 2024 · 30 min

    Private investigator Frank Ferguson becomes embroiled in a case involving gambling syndicate head Duncan McKay and a mysterious threat. As Ferguson delves into the case, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit and danger, leading to surprising revelations about the true identities and intentions of those involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. Episode 332: Package for Emily

    Dec 18, 2024 · 30 min

    Vivian Sedgwick races through stormy weather to deliver a package to Emily, while desperately trying to prevent Dr. Kenneth Thorpe from leaving Emily for a week and making him her own. A long, harrowing trip to Arrowhead has Vivian thinking of her happy past and the looming figure of her stepmother, Emily, who she believes stands in the way of her happiness. After seizing an opportunity to secure Kenneth's love through a stroke of luck which grants him a clinic, Vivian becomes frantic and schemes to prevent him from leaving by tampering with Emily's sedative prescription. However, Vivian's plans unravel when an unexpected accident results in Emily's death and a shocking turn of events reveals that Vivian's actions were not responsible for the tragedy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. Episode 331: Whirlpool

    Dec 17, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, a man named Marty South finds himself in the middle of a whirlpool of confusion after surviving a shipwreck. He is mistaken for a man named Stephen Hastings and ends up entangled in a complex plot involving a large sum of money and a woman named Lucille Hastings. As the story unfolds, Marty is faced with a moral dilemma and is ultimately arrested for a crime he claims was part of Mr. Hastings' plan. The episode is filled with twists and turns, as Marty grapples with his own feelings and the dark intentions of those around him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. Episode 330: Big Gamble

    Dec 16, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, a horse owner, Mark Croner, hatches a plan involving twin racehorses, Wonder Boy and his identical twin, to manipulate horse races for financial gain. However, when the plan unravels and Wonder Boy unexpectedly wins a crucial race, Mark finds himself in a dangerous situation with his co-conspirators. As the stakes rise, Mark realizes the lengths to which he and his associates are willing to go for their big gamble. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  19. Episode 329: Conspiracy

    Dec 15, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, titled 'Conspiracy,' a man named Joe Kennecott becomes entangled in a plot involving murder, a flood, and a cover-up. After a woman's body is found, unidentifiable, Kennecott's attempts to silence a witness lead to a tragic conclusion. The story unravels the mystery of the murder, conspiracy, and the unexpected twist involving Kennecott's true role in the chain of events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  20. Episode 328: Still Death

    Dec 14, 2024 · 30 min

    Leonard Miles, a professional artist, becomes embroiled in a deadly love triangle when he meets a mysterious woman named Anne Hamilton. As he navigates the dangerous affair and grapples with marital struggles, a shocking turn of events leads to a series of tragic outcomes. With suspicion mounting and secrets unraveling, Leonard finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and murder, leading to a surprising and unexpected conclusion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  21. Episode 327: Uncle Bens Widow

    Dec 13, 2024 · 29 min

    Monica Dawson, a cunning widow, artfully manipulates her way into the Kittridge family fortune by marrying the wealthy Uncle Ben. However, her devious ways catch up with her when she tries to ensnare Brad, Uncle Ben's nephew, by faking an injury. Her plans take a dark turn when a man named Amos Schlegel, who witnessed Monica's motor accident, appears and attempts to blackmail her. Monica's web of deceit and treachery may ultimately be unraveled, leading to unforeseen consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  22. Episode 325: Payment in Full

    Dec 12, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode, prominent criminal lawyer John Chapman becomes suspicious of his wife's activities and hires a private detective to investigate. As the events unfold, they lead to unexpected revelations and a murder trial involving Chapman's young law associate, Paul Barnes. As the case unfolds, Chapman's carefully crafted plan to frame Barnes for his wife's murder begins to unravel, leading to further unexpected twists and turns, ultimately culminating in a shocking revelation of the true mastermind behind the murder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  23. Episode 324: Trio of Rogues

    Dec 11, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Miriam Wells, Mark Hartwig's private secretary, becomes entangled in a blackmail plot with campaign manager Joe Crane. When they attempt to extort money from Hartwig, they discover a shocking revelation that puts their entire plan at risk. The situation takes a dramatic turn when a deputy sheriff from Texas arrives, leading to the arrest of Mark and his associates for a 24-year-old murder charge. The episode ends with the unexpected unraveling of their scheme, leaving Miriam and Joe facing the consequences of their actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  24. Episode 323: Bright Future

    Dec 10, 2024 · 30 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Harry Simpson discovers $35,000 hidden in a picture frame and unwittingly becomes embroiled in a complex web of deceit and intrigue involving a man named Frank Coulter, his girlfriend Rosanna Robbins, and a private detective named Joe Boyle. As Simpson tries to outmaneuver Coulter and secure the money for himself, he finds himself caught in a web of lies and betrayal that ultimately leads to unexpected consequences and a shocking revelation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  25. Episode 322: Enough Rope

    Dec 9, 2024 · 26 min

    Artist Martin Forbes receives shocking news that the man who killed his wife has been arrested, leading him to revisit the horror of her death. As he grapples with the news, he encounters a police lieutenant and a visitor, Harvey Brandt, who seems to know more about the killings than expected. Martin's world is further complicated when he learns about his girlfriend's previous acquaintance with Harvey. In a surprising turn of events, Martin confronts Harvey and a subsequent encounter with the police lieutenant leaves him in a dangerous situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.