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The Whistler | Old Time Radio brings you classic mystery, crime, suspense, and psychological thrillers from the golden age of radio. Enter dark stories of murder, deception, greed, obsession, and desperate choices, guided by the eerie presence of the Whistler. Each episode is an Old Time Retro Radio production, presenting the original broadcast with gently cleaned and mastered audio, a newly produced introduction and closing, and custom episode artwork. The Whistler became one of radio’s most distinctive suspense anthologies, known for atmospheric storytelling, morally complex characters, ironic twists, and its unforgettable whistled theme. Rediscover classic old time radio suspense, mystery, crime drama, psychological thrillers, noir, and vintage radio.












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143 - The Whistler - "Till Death Do Us Part" (Old Time Radio, 1950)
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  • 143 - The Whistler - "Till Death Do Us Part" (Old Time Radio, 1950)

    The Whistler presents “Till Death Do Us Part,” originally broadcast November 26, 1950. Episode 443 of the CBS Pacific Network series was sponsored by Signal Oil and written by Joel Malone.

    In Los Angeles, financially desperate Roy Layton faces eviction when Linda McKelvey offers him $5,000 for a temporary marriage that may secure her inheritance. Featuring Bill Forman, Wally Maher, and Jean Spaulding, this suspenseful tale follows an arrangement where necessity and calculation lead into dangerous moral territory.

    Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
    00:36 Original Broadcast
    30:01 Closing

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-whistler-old-time-radio--7222654/support.

    Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    Mon, 02 Nov 2026
  • 142 - The Whistler - "Seven Steps to Murder" (Old Time Radio, 1947)

    The Whistler presents “Seven Steps to Murder,” originally broadcast on February 3, 1947, as episode 245. This CBS Pacific Network production was sponsored by Signal Oil and written by Meyer Dolinsky.

    When drama critic Archer Atkins demolishes a new play by playwright and columnist Everett Clayton, a professional dispute becomes an increasingly bitter battle of pride, reputation, and public humiliation in New York’s theater and publishing world. William Johnstone and John Brown star, with Bill Forman as The Whistler.

    Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
    00:56 Original Broadcast
    30:28 Closing

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-whistler-old-time-radio--7222654/support.

    Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    Sun, 01 Nov 2026
  • 141 - The Whistler - "The Tale the Dead Man Told" (Old Time Radio, 1944)

    The Whistler presents “The Tale the Dead Man Told,” originally broadcast October 16, 1944. This 29-minute episode is episode 126 of the Signal Oil-sponsored CBS Pacific network series.

    Bert Williams and Sandra Albers, the wife of Bert’s business partner Arthur, find themselves caught in a dangerous situation after Arthur is discovered dead in his office. As questions mount around the circumstances of the death, suspicion, conflicting accounts, and high financial stakes turn their efforts to protect themselves into a tense web of deception.

    Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
    00:44 Original Broadcast
    30:17 Closing

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-whistler-old-time-radio--7222654/support.

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    Sat, 31 Oct 2026
  • 140 - The Whistler - "Death Sees Double" (Old Time Radio, 1944)

    The Whistler, “Death Sees Double,” originally broadcast November 20, 1944, is episode 130 of the CBS Pacific network suspense series. Sponsored by Signal Oil, this installment features Lurene Tuttle in the demanding dual role of identical twin sisters Mona and Martha Spencer.

    Long-held jealousy erupts when Mona’s engagement to successful Bill Everett appears to confirm that one sister has always had the better life. Their striking resemblance opens the door to a dangerous plan in this compact domestic noir of identity, envy, and cruel irony. Written by Ralph Rose and produced and directed by George W. Allen.

    Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned and mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
    00:40 Original Broadcast
    30:13 Closing

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    Fri, 30 Oct 2026
  • 139 - The Whistler - "High Death" (Old Time Radio, 1951)

    The Whistler presents “High Death,” originally broadcast on CBS on March 11, 1951. Episode 458 was written by Edwin Spangenberg and sponsored by Signal Oil.

    In a remote Swiss Alpine valley, Jim and Laura Mason join Mona Williams and Peter Bennett for a mountain holiday. Romantic and financial tensions simmer as the group prepares to climb, where the unforgiving heights—and the ropes connecting them—raise the stakes. The cast includes John Dehner and Marvin Miller.

    Old Time Retro Radio presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.

    Chapters:
    00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction
    00:48 Original Broadcast
    27:23 Closing

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-whistler-old-time-radio--7222654/support.

    Support Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

    Thu, 29 Oct 2026
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