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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 632: Anything for a Friend

    Jul 27, 2025 · 27 min

    In this episode, Phil Harvey, the treasurer of Midfield Automatic Timer Incorporated, finds himself in a tight spot when his gambling friend demands $5,000. To save his career and win the woman he loves, Phil embarks on a dangerous game of manipulation, setting off a series of calculated events that threaten the lives of those around him. As his devious plan unfolds, Phil must race against time to prevent a tragic outcome for his friend Larry and his fiancée, Francis Adams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  2. Episode 631: Mister Pettibones Last Journey

    Jul 26, 2025 · 25 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Russ Anders, an American in London, encounters a small, wiry man named Mr. Pettibone at a pub. It is revealed that Pettibone knows a dark secret about Russ involving his missing wife. As the story unfolds, dead bodies, blackmail, and unexpected alliances come into play, leading to a complex web of deception and betrayal. Ultimately, the tables turn, and Russ finds himself in a precarious position, while the plot takes surprising twists and turns, leading to a dramatic conclusion involving a surprise visit from the Scotland Yard inspector. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  3. Episode 626: Dark Pattern

    Jul 25, 2025 · 22 min

    Norma Wells, after the death of her business partner Benji, becomes increasingly nervous as strange events unfold at her Bel Air home. After a witness sees Rick Mason near the scene of the accident and a former chauffeur is implicated, it is revealed that Rick had hired the chauffeur to carry out the deed. However, before Rick can warn the chauffeur, the police intervene and take Rick into custody. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  4. Episode 625: Round Trip Tickets

    Jul 24, 2025 · 22 min

    Eve Benton, feeling sorry for herself and low on funds, overhears a conversation in the hotel room next door about a $30,000 deal with no questions asked. She seizes an opportunity when she discovers the money and a train ticket in the room after a murder. While trying to flee with the money, she encounters the man she suspects committed the murder. Ultimately, she becomes embroiled in a dangerous partnership and treacherous circumstances involving the stolen Paramount necklace. Her attempt to outsmart her partner takes a shocking turn as she finds herself caught up in a web of lies and mystery, leading to an unexpected and dangerous outcome on a train to Los Angeles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  5. Episode 624: That Cutlerville Affair

    Jul 23, 2025 · 24 min

    David Talbot, a man with a secret past, encounters an old acquaintance, Nora, during a train ride. Nora's presence reignites memories of a case they worked on years ago involving a missing heiress. The encounter becomes more sinister as Nora hints at knowing David's past, and the tensions intensify when David's wife inherits a substantial sum of money. As the story unfolds, the situation takes a dark turn, leading to unexpected and tragic consequences involving Nora and her husband Frank. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  6. Episode 623: The Dolls Name Was Suzy

    Jul 22, 2025 · 23 min

    Laura Haven, a secretary treasurer of a stationary company, finds herself in a difficult situation after using company funds for a market venture. She seeks help from others, leading her to uncover a diamond smuggling operation involving her boss, Lester, and his wife, Ruth. As events unfold, Laura becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger, ultimately leading to a twist of fate and a surprising turn of events involving an attempted murder and the unexpected intervention of a benefactor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  7. Episode 622: She Wanted Too Much

    Jul 21, 2025 · 23 min

    Ruth Walker, a secretary at a jewelry store, becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger. Ruth's infatuation with her married employer, Charles Verden, leads her to manipulate and collaborate with a shady character named Fred. Her plans take a sinister turn when Fred turns violent, leading to a series of unfortunate events that implicates Ruth in a murder investigation. As the truth unravels, Ruth's desperate actions ultimately lead to her arrest and a dramatic confrontation with the police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  8. Episode 621: Gentlemen from Oxford

    Jul 20, 2025 · 25 min

    Hugo Hayden, a returning Oxford University student, struggles to find success in the business world and turns to writing a novel. When his novel is rejected, he encounters Babs, a mysterious singer, and gets involved in a dangerous love triangle with her and the powerful gangster, Bert Morgan. Desperate for success and stability, Hugo concocts a plan to eliminate Bert but is ultimately confronted by the police for murder. The truth behind Bert's extortion activities is uncovered, leading to a surprising twist of events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  9. Episode 619: Spell in Green

    Jul 19, 2025 · 24 min

    Nola Norton tries to bribe Chuck Williams with liquor to meet a deadline for his column. However, their conversation escalates into a confrontation over the content of the column, leading to a tragic event. Months later, Nola is successful in her career and seemingly moving on, but secrets from the past resurface during a party, leading to a fateful balcony encounter with Paul Wallace. The episode ends with a shocking turn of events involving Nola and the building's balcony. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  10. Episode 618: Days of Fear

    Jul 18, 2025 · 22 min

    Roseanne Wixom becomes suspicious and fearful after listening to the terms of her late father's will, suspecting her stepmother of unduly influencing her father. As she investigates her father's final months, she becomes convinced that his heart attack was murder. In a series of dangerous incidents and confrontations, Roseanne's suspicions are clarified and she learns the truth about her stepmother and her late father's intentions, leading to a surprising revelation and a resolution to the mystery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  11. Episode 614: Perilous Weekend

    Jul 17, 2025 · 23 min

    In this episode, Clay Bowman finds himself in a perilous situation after a chance encounter leads to a shocking discovery. When he stumbles upon a lifeless body in a penthouse, he becomes entangled in a web of deception and murder. Suffering from the fear of being implicated in the crime, Clay seeks help from a friend, only to realize that his friend is the true perpetrator. As he tries to escape the dangerous situation, he grapples with the dilemma of turning himself in or trying to clear his name. The unfolding events force Clay to confront the dark truth about those around him, ultimately leading to a surprising resolution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  12. Episode 613: Escape to Doom

    Jul 16, 2025 · 25 min

    Paul Wilson and his accomplice Jane plan to steal a diamond necklace from wealthy Diane Kimberly, but Paul becomes infatuated with Diane and sets his sights on marrying her instead. Jane becomes jealous and confronts Paul, leading to her departure. Paul then plans to steal the necklace alone, but Diane catches him in the act. In a struggle, Paul overpowers her and flees to the ship Panda, attempting to escape to Hong Kong. However, he is intercepted by a formation of planes and caught before he can make his getaway. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  13. Episode 612: Hudson Bay Incident

    Jul 15, 2025 · 23 min

    The episode begins with a secret international business conference at the Hudson Bay Hunting Lodge, focusing on the rare metal Britanium. As the events unfold, an accidental shooting occurs and leads to a precarious situation for Elliot Bradley. Charles Reeves seizes the opportunity to manipulate the situation to his advantage. However, an unexpected turn of events reveals the true identity of a suspicious visitor, exposing a clever plot and saving Bradley from potential danger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. Episode 611: Feature Story

    Jul 14, 2025 · 25 min

    Darrow and Hazel Martin visit a town in southern California to track down the embezzled money of Joe Gibson, who they believe is masquerading as Harmon Telford. The couple's investigation leads to a shocking revelation and a dangerous encounter, ultimately resulting in unexpected consequences. As their plan unravels, the local sheriff becomes involved, uncovering the truth behind the identities and motives of the characters involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  15. Episode 608: Man from Calais

    Jul 13, 2025 · 22 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Laura Ames, a former American living in London, finds herself embroiled in a dangerous game of deceit and intrigue. With a killer on the loose in the city, suspicions arise at her boarding house, leading Laura to uncover a web of forged passports and criminal activity. As she becomes entangled with a man from Calais, her life takes a perilous turn, ultimately leading to unexpected revelations and a shocking confrontation. Join us next week for another thrilling episode of The Whistler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. Episode 607: Dance Team

    Jul 12, 2025 · 24 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, Paul Fennelly, a nightclub owner in Los Angeles, becomes entangled in a plot to eliminate his partner, Frank Wilson, in order to gain full control of their club. Fennelly sees an opportunity to use the jealousy of Ramon, the Spanish dancer, to his advantage and creates a series of events to incriminate Ramon and frame him for attempted murder. However, as the truth unravels, it becomes clear that Fennelly was the one behind the crime, and the intricate web of deceit he weaves ultimately leads to his own downfall. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. Episode 606: Garveys Folly

    Jul 11, 2025 · 22 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, titled 'Garvey's Folly,' the main character, Paul Garvey, is a Broadway director-producer facing a critical point in his career. Despite facing failures in his recent productions, he remains determined to make a comeback. As he struggles to secure financial backing for his latest play, 'Island Night,' a series of events involving his estranged wife, Dorothy, and his leading lady, Jessica Marlin, lead to a desperate and disastrous decision that unravels into a chain of deception and betrayal, ultimately culminating in a shocking murder and a potential unraveling of the truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. Episode 604: Fatal Fraud

    Jul 10, 2025 · 22 min

    In this episode, the Whistler tells a tale of a complex crime involving a plan to hijack a plane carrying a large sum of money. The story revolves around Christopher Holmes, a talented impersonator, and his involvement with a woman named Katherine and her associate René Simonow. As the plot unfolds, Holmes finds himself entangled in a web of deception and betrayal, ultimately leading to a life-or-death decision with unexpected consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  19. Episode 602: Lonely Highway

    Jul 9, 2025 · 22 min

    Ted Mallory, a truck driver, plans to murder his partner, Harry, to take over their freight business. However, things go awry when his partner's body mysteriously disappears and the truck is found hijacked. Ted's troubles only escalate as he confronts a new threat in the form of a colleague, Lenny Phillips. Desperate to protect his nefarious secrets, Ted takes drastic measures to eliminate Lenny, but his efforts are thwarted when Lenny survives an attempt on his life. As Ted unravels under pressure, his remaining secrets are exposed when the police arrive with incriminating evidence connecting him to the crime. The tables turn as Ted's deceptions come to light, leading to a dramatic turn of events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  20. Episode 601: The Huntress

    Jul 8, 2025 · 24 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, the private secretary, Anne Barry, finds herself in a troubled situation after using her employer's money for personal stock speculations. She seeks to marry wealthy bachelor Mark Bradford, but as the story unfolds, her scheme becomes more complex and ultimately takes a dark turn, leading to unexpected consequences. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  21. Episode 599: Generous Host

    Jul 7, 2025 · 24 min

    Steve Neal, a traveling artist, comes to the aid of an elderly man being mugged in a quiet district of Silverton. Grateful for Steve's help, Gerald Jameson, the owner of the mansion nearby, offers Steve a job painting for him. Despite initial success, Steve becomes embroiled in a dangerous scheme involving Jameson's safe and his niece, Ruth Royce. As events unfold, Steve finds himself facing unexpected consequences and a shocking twist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  22. Episode 598: Lady on a Yacht

    Jul 6, 2025 · 24 min

    In this episode, a beautiful woman, Guerta Infante, rapidly loses money at a gaming table and attracts the attention of a wealthy American, Philip Collins. Guerta plans to marry him and sail from Argentina on his yacht, hoping to escape her past and wartime activities in Europe. However, a portrait artist named Marlin, also known as Kruger, recognizes her true identity and attempts to use the portrait to further his own interests. As the situation becomes increasingly dangerous and complex, Guerta's plans to leave for America are compromised when a hidden wedding portrait of her and a notorious Nazi general is uncovered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  23. Episode 597: Perilous Meeting

    Jul 5, 2025 · 24 min

    In this thrilling episode of The Whistler, a dangerous plan involving counterfeit plates and a forger named Garando takes a perilous turn for those involved. The story unfolds in the abandoned mining town of Morristown, where a web of deception and double-crossing leads to unexpected consequences. As the plot thickens, alliances are tested, and a tense standoff culminates in an immigration service agent's dramatic revelation and the apprehension of the perpetrators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  24. Episode 596: Fading Star

    Jul 4, 2025 · 23 min

    In this episode of The Whistler, fading movie star Don Carlton sees his career waning and decides to marry upcoming star Dulcey Winslow to revive his popularity. However, when Dulcey shows interest in a cowboy singer named Wally Varden, Don's jealousy turns to hate, leading him to orchestrate an accident during a filming sequence. But the plan backfires, causing a tragic accident and revealing Wally's recent marriage to Dulcey, ultimately leading to Don's demise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  25. Episode 595: Impulse

    Jul 3, 2025 · 24 min

    In this episode titled 'Impulse', Christopher Daniels, a professor of English, faces a critical decision at a New York airport. Torn between his dull life and a sudden opportunity to assume a new identity, he embarks on a path that leads to unexpected consequences. As he adopts the persona of Neil Baldwin and journeys to Bermuda, he finds himself entangled in a web of deceit, love, and potential danger. His decisions and actions ultimately lead to a collision of past and present, forcing him to confront the repercussions of his impulsive choices. The story unfolds through a series of twists and turns, culminating in a confrontation that unravels the complexities of Christopher's impulsive actions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.