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Richard Diamond, Private Detective

Richard Diamond, Private Detective

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Dick Powell starred in the Richard Diamond, Private Detective radio series as a wisecracking, former police officer turned private detective. Episodes typically open with a client visiting or calling cash-strapped Diamond's office and agreeing to his fee of $100 a day plus expenses, or Diamond taking on a case at the behest of his friend and former partner, Lt. Walter Levinson. Diamond often suffers a blow to the head in his sleuthing pursuits. Most episodes end with Diamond at the piano, singing a standard, popular song, or showtune from Powell's repertoire to his girlfriend, Helen Asher, in her penthouse at 975 Park Avenue.
Levinson was played variously by Ed Begley, Arthur Q. Bryan, Ted DeCorsia and Alan Reed. Helen was played by Virginia Gregg and others. Another regular cast member included Wilms Herbert as Walt's bumbling sergeant, Otis, who also "doubled" on the show as Helen's butler, Francis.
Many of the shows were either written or directed by Edwards. Its theme, "Leave It to Love", was whistled by Powell at the beginning of each episode.

64 - A Corpse, A Bullet, And A Dying Secret: Who Framed "Old Number Seven"? | Richard Diamond, Private Detective
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  • 64 - A Corpse, A Bullet, And A Dying Secret: Who Framed "Old Number Seven"? | Richard Diamond, Private Detective

    A phone call in the middle of a stormy midnight, a missing mob ledger, and a ruthless killer leaving a body behind at Barlo's dive bar. In this high-stakes, suspense-filled episode of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, titled "Episode 1: Old Number Seven," Diamond takes a case where every step forward pulls him deeper into a deadly trap.When "Old Number Seven"—a shadowy insider who knows too much about the city's criminal underworld—goes silent, Diamond is forced into a pulse-pounding race against time. Can he outsmart a cold-blooded killer before his own name gets added to the hit list? Pour a glass, dim the lights, and prepare for classic noir suspense at its absolute finest.#RichardDiamond #PrivateDetective #NoirPodcast #MysteryPodcast #OldTimeRadio #DetectiveStory #CrimeThriller #ClickWorthyMystery #AudioDrama #VintageRadio

    Mon, 21 Sep 2026
  • 63 - Richard Diamond, Private Detective: Central Intelligence

    A shadow operation, high-stakes espionage, and a call for a sharp private eye who doesn't back down. In this classic episode of Richard Diamond, Private Detective, titled "Central Intelligence," Diamond finds himself entangled in a covert investigation involving government intelligence, secret agents, and deadly betrayals.When national security and private motives collide, Dick Diamond must navigate a labyrinth of double-crosses, dark alleys, and dangerous suspects. Will his quick wit, smooth charm, and steady trigger finger be enough to crack the mystery before time runs out? Pour yourself a drink, turn down the lights, and step into the noir world of classic radio detective drama.#RichardDiamond #PrivateDetective #AudioDrama #FictionPodcast #ClassicRadio #OldTimeRadio #NoirMystery #DetectiveFiction #CrimeDrama #AudioStorytelling

    Fri, 18 Sep 2026
  • 62 - Escape Pod: Extrasolar Ghosts | Science Fiction Audio Drama

    Escape Pod: Extrasolar Ghosts takes listeners into a mysterious science fiction world filled with suspense, strange encounters, and futuristic storytelling. Enjoy this immersive fictional audio drama on Richard Diamond, Private Detective.
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    Thu, 17 Sep 2026
  • 61 - Aunt Claire & Remember | Richard Diamond, Private Detective | Classic Mystery Radio

    Listen to Aunt Claire & Remember, a classic mystery episode from Richard Diamond, Private Detective. Follow Richard Diamond through a suspenseful investigation filled with mystery, clues, and unexpected twists. Perfect for fans of old time radio, classic detective stories, vintage mystery, and classic crime drama.
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    Wed, 16 Sep 2026
  • 60 - We Broke Into an Abandoned House | Richard Diamond, Private Detective

    Listen to We Broke Into an Abandoned House, a suspenseful mystery episode from Richard Diamond, Private Detective. Follow a chilling investigation filled with mystery, danger, and unexpected twists. Perfect for fans of classic detective radio, old time radio mysteries, vintage crime drama, and suspenseful storytelling.
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    Tue, 15 Sep 2026
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