The Whistler: Classic Radio Drama

Episode 71: Blind Alley

In the episode "Blind Alley," Young Henry Cotterett III finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and extortion after a night of drinking and gambling takes a dark turn. When Henry is involved in a car accident that leads to the supposed death of a man, he becomes a target of blackmail by Nella Goodwin and her brother Jerry. However, it is later revealed that the supposed victim was not dead, and Jerry's scheme to intimidate Henry and Nella into marriage for blackmail purposes unravels as the truth comes to light, clearing Henry's name. The episode concludes with Henry learning an important lesson and the revelation that the supposed victim and Jerry orchestrated the entire plot. The Whistler will be changing its air time to 10:15 p.m. starting on October 3rd.

Episode 72: Mirage

Fred Adams, a promising young attorney, becomes entangled in a web of jealousy and revenge when his old flame, Gloria, becomes furious upon discovering his marriage to Brenda. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed and a series of shocking events unfold, leading to unexpected twists and turns. Culminating in a dramatic climax, the consequences of jealousy and betrayal come to a head in a surprising and chilling conclusion.

Episode 79: Patients for the Doctor

Dr. James Herrick and his wife Mary live in an isolated cabin high in the Snoqualmie mountains. Mary is determined to keep James from tending to his patients during a treacherous storm, which leads to a tense confrontation. Meanwhile, a car carrying Paul, Jane, and Mrs. Whitcomb encounters a dangerous situation on the mountain road, eventually seeking help from Dr. Harris. But as the night unfolds, dark secrets about Dr. Harris come to light, leading to a shocking and tragic conclusion.

Episode 83: Death Demands a Payment

In this episode of The Whistler, a tale of avarice and greed unfolds as John Hendricks, an inmate serving time for murder, plans an escape with a fellow inmate, Bill Smith. Five years later, John escapes and, amidst a storm, seeks refuge in a deserted mansion. His encounter with an old lady and her son takes a terrifying turn, leading to a shocking revelation. However, it's revealed that the old lady and her son were not real but a part of a cleverly planned scheme by Bill Smith to scare John and steal the hidden money. Ultimately, the officer's dismissal of the supernatural occurrences is explained by the intricate plot orchestrated by Bill. The episode sheds light on the devious nature of human behavior and the consequences of greed and betrayal.

Episode 108: The Doctor Prescribes Death

In this episode, Professor Arthur Rugby, a psychologist, shares a theory with his publisher, Mr. Hellman, that a person inclined towards suicide can be swayed to commit murder. After convincing a troubled woman named Gladys to kill Hellman, the professor's plan backfires when Gladys recognizes a snapshot of Hellman with the professor's wife. In a twist of events, the professor's obsession for scientific experimentation turns into a pursuit of revenge and ultimately leads to a tragic outcome.

Episode 114: Last of the Devereaux

In this episode of The Whistler, Paul Vertel aims to take possession of the Cypresses estate from the Devereaux family by means of a foreclosure. However, he meets resistance from the elderly Master Devereaux, and a mysterious curse seems to hang over the estate. After a series of unsettling events and Devereaux's untimely death, Paul marries Anne, only to discover that she is actually Anne Devereaux, seeking revenge for her father's murder. A deadly game of cat and mouse ensues, ultimately leading to Anne's insanity and a tragic outcome for them both.

Episode 115: Till Death Do Us Part

Roy Layton, living in a cheap boarding house, meets Linda McKelvey, who offers him $5,000 to marry her before her 25th birthday to inherit a quarter of a million dollars. They marry, but Roy's attempt to make Linda fall in love with him fails, so he plots to kill her. His first attempt fails, and his second plan, to loosen the handrail on the balcony, ultimately leads to his arrest when he confesses his motive to the police.

Episode 120: Practically Foolproof

In this episode of The Whistler, Edward Bowman and Marco Lorenz plan a carefully orchestrated robbery with Shorty Johnson, but their plan goes awry when Shorty murders Mrs. Miles and is subsequently shot by Eddie and Marco. However, Shorty survives and becomes a hopeless paralytic, while Eddie and Marco are wrongly accused of the murder and face the consequences. The episode ends with Shorty escaping punishment but living as a paralytic, and Eddie and Marco facing the consequences of a crime they didn't commit.

Episode 121: Local Storm

In the episode 'Local Storm' of The Whistler, the story unfolds in the remote village of Stone Cross in Devon, where an invalid widow, Mrs. Wentworth, lives a lonely life. Her interactions with her masseur, Dr. Brooks, and her maid, Olive, take a dark turn as a series of events lead to a frightening and unexpected twist. As the storm rages outside, the unexpected arrival of the police from Scotland Yard reveals shocking secrets and uncovers a sinister plan, ultimately leading to unforeseen consequences for all involved.

Episode 122: Black Magic

In this episode of The Whistler, set in the vast wilderness of equatorial Africa, a small village is plagued by a deadly form of malaria. Dr. Kent and his wife Nora arrive to assist, but tensions arise as old relationships resurface. As the mysterious illness escalates, a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder unfolds, ultimately leading to a shocking turn of events for the characters involved.