The Whistler: Classic Radio Drama

Episode 611: Feature Story

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.

Episode 612: Hudson Bay Incident

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.

Episode 613: Escape to Doom

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.

Episode 614: Perilous Weekend

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.

Episode 618: Days of Fear

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.

Episode 619: Spell in Green

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.

Episode 621: Gentlemen from Oxford

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.

Episode 622: She Wanted Too Much

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.

Episode 623: The Dolls Name Was Suzy

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.

Episode 624: That Cutlerville Affair

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.