Episodes

  • The Racehorse Piledriver: Death in the Stable

    The Racehorse Piledriver: Death in the Stable
    Nov 24 2024
    Johnny Dollar is drawn into a web of deceit and danger when he investigates a high-stakes insurance policy on a prized racehorse named Piledriver. Set against the backdrop of Chicago’s racing circuit, Johnny must unravel a sinister plot involving a desperate owner, a crooked gambler, and a string of deadly events. When fire and murder strike, Johnny discovers just how far some will go for money and revenge. Will Johnny outpace the danger and save Piledriver, or will he be trampled in the process? Tune in for suspense, betrayal, and the fast-paced world of horse racing in this thrilling episode.

    Cast: Charles Russell, Bill Conrad, Dora Singleton, Jerry Housner, Herb Butterfield, Hal March
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    30 mins
  • The Fishing Boat Affair: A Sunken Mystery

    The Fishing Boat Affair: A Sunken Mystery
    Nov 21 2024
    Johnny Dollar dives into dangerous waters in this thrilling episode. Tasked with investigating the mysterious loss of two fishing boats, Johnny uncovers a tangled web of fraud, murder, and smuggled gold off the California coast. With shady suspects, explosive evidence, and treacherous allies, Johnny risks life and limb to reveal the truth beneath the waves. Can Johnny outsmart a scheming salvage expert and survive a deadly trap at sea? Tune in to find out in this high-stakes tale of deception and deep-sea drama.

    Cast: Charles Russell, Willard Waterman, Junius Matthews, Edmund McDonald, Georgia Ellis, Larry Dobkin, Paul Dubois
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    30 mins
  • The Search for Michelle: Mystery in Boston

    The Search for Michelle: Mystery in Boston
    Nov 20 2024
    Johnny Dollar is on the trail of a missing policyholder, Michelle March, but what begins as a routine insurance investigation quickly escalates into a deadly game of cat and mouse. In the shadow of Boston’s Bunker Hill Monument, Johnny finds himself tangled in a web of lies, stolen money, and dangerous criminals. With a missing girl, two rival gangsters, and a ticking clock, Johnny must navigate double-crosses and bullets to uncover the truth. Will he save Michelle and solve the case before the past catches up with everyone? Tune in for suspense, action, and the wit of America’s favorite freelance investigator.

    Cast: Charles Russell, Bill Boucher, Myra Marsh, Dick Ryan, Larry Dobkin, Charles Seal, Dorothy Lovett
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    30 mins
  • The Expiring Nickels: Egyptian Jackpot

    The Expiring Nickels: Egyptian Jackpot
    Nov 18 2024
    Johnny Dollar races against time to clear the name of an innocent man set to hang in Cairo for a crime he didn’t commit. With a dying witness, a murder weapon, and a stowaway with her own secrets, Johnny finds himself entangled in a high-stakes game of international intrigue. As betrayal, danger, and a daring rooftop chase push him to his limits, can Johnny uncover the truth and save both lives and reputations before it’s too late? Don’t miss this gripping tale of adventure, mystery, and unexpected allies!

    Cast: Charles Russell, Georgia Ellis, Jack Edwards, Parley Bear, Paul DuBois
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    30 mins
  • Out of the Fire: The Prize Hog Bodyguard

    Out of the Fire: The Prize Hog Bodyguard
    Nov 17 2024
    Johnny Dollar is sent to the Carver County Fair to protect a prized hog, Rosie Baron of Iowa, insured for $25,000. What starts as a seemingly simple assignment turns into chaos when a diamond brooch is stolen, a local sheriff complicates matters, and Johnny finds himself face-to-face with thieves and a hog on the loose. With his trademark wit and resourcefulness, Johnny uncovers a plot that involves jewel heists, swine hijinks, and a daring rescue. Will he solve the case and keep Rosie safe? Tune in for a rollicking tale of humor, action, and old-time radio charm!

    Cast: Charles Russell, Parley Bear, Sammy Hill, John Danaer, Junius Matthews, Anne Morrison, Jack Krushin, Paul Dubow, Pinto Colvig
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    30 mins
  • Johnny Dollar Takes on the Case of Bonnie Goodwin

    Johnny Dollar Takes on the Case of Bonnie Goodwin
    Nov 10 2024
    In this suspenseful episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, freelance investigator Johnny Dollar is hired by an unusual client, King Hart, who isn’t exactly in the insurance business. Hart, a former convict with a vested interest in finding his missing girl, Bonnie Goodwin, brings Johnny into a case with unexpected complications. Hart, portrayed with a hardened demeanor, needs Johnny to locate Bonnie to change the beneficiary on an insurance policy. Johnny follows her trail through a network of shady hotels and seedy bars in Chicago, uncovering a web of deceit and danger.

    With his signature wit, Johnny navigates a maze of dubious characters, including Bonnie’s unsavory associates, and encounters twists that put him directly in harm’s way. But even as the trail leads to Bonnie’s murder, Johnny must piece together the clues left behind to discover the true motivations behind Hart’s desperate search. This classic episode is filled with intrigue, danger, and the relentless determination that makes Johnny Dollar a fan favorite in the golden age of radio drama.

    Keywords: “Johnny Dollar Murder Ain’t Minor,” “Johnny Dollar 1949 episode,” “Yours Truly Johnny Dollar insurance investigation,” “Chicago mystery radio drama,” “Charles Russell Johnny Dollar,” “classic radio detective episode,” “Bonnie Goodwin mystery episode.”

    Tune in to Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar as Johnny unravels the truth in “Murder Ain’t Minor”—an unforgettable tale of danger, deceit, and the relentless pursuit of justice.
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    30 mins
  • Who Took the Taxis for a Ride?

    Who Took the Taxis for a Ride?
    Oct 27 2024
    In the classic episode “Who Took the Taxis for a Ride?” from Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Charles Russell stars as Johnny Dollar, the clever and quick-witted insurance investigator who tracks down missing vehicles and uncovers a web of deception. The story opens with Dollar investigating the disappearance of a dozen taxis, only to discover their connection to a priceless artifact known as the “Scarlet Madonna.” As the plot unfolds, listeners are introduced to “Fat Stuff,” a character inspired by Sydney Greenstreet’s iconic roles, bringing the classic noir vibe into play. Writers Paul Dudley and Alan Botzer skillfully intertwine suspense and intrigue, while Leith Stevens’ music heightens the tension at every turn.

    With twists that echo the famed mystery of The Maltese Falcon, Johnny encounters a sultry femme fatale, a reformed bootlegger, and a series of suspects who keep him guessing. As he follows the clues across New York’s streets, Dollar’s trademark expense-account narrative style adds humor and authenticity, capturing the 1949 noir detective atmosphere perfectly. This captivating episode combines mystery, drama, and suspense, as Johnny Dollar once again delivers justice and keeps listeners hanging on every word.
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    29 mins
  • The Case of Barton Drake

    The Case of Barton Drake
    Oct 18 2024
    In “The Case of Barton Drake,” Johnny Dollar is tasked with tracking down Barton Drake, a man who disappeared seven years ago and is on the verge of being declared legally dead. As the clock ticks towards Drake’s official demise, Johnny follows a lead that places Drake at a prize fight in New York, setting the stage for a thrilling pursuit. What starts as a case to prevent a $30,000 insurance payout turns into a web of deception, a mysterious grandmother, and a high-stakes boat chase. Join Johnny as he navigates through false leads and deadly encounters to uncover the truth about the elusive Barton Drake in this gripping episode of “Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar.”
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    29 mins