After years of building a solid brand for himself Adam introduced an advertising feed that was, and still is, incongruent with his brand but the introduction of unsolicited “Something You Might Like” downloads in the podcast subscription is too much! From 5 stars to 1.

I LOVE this podcast. Great mysteries and I don’t want to understate the effort to produce a daily podcast. I don’t mind the ads before and after the episodes. BUT the random addition of totally unrelated podcasts into my subscription feed is not appreciated. I’m going to unsubscribe and just pick the episodes I want to listen to on a one by one basis. Sorry Adam, I know you want to support yourself from podcasts but this is too much.

Adam refers to himself a host, but I think of him more as a highly qualified volunteer docent leading a tour in a museum. He applies his knowledge to provide insightful context, and his passion for old time radio is as palpable as it is infectious. Like a good docent, Adam curates the best and points out things I never would have noticed. It is so great that he’s keeping these shows alive and sharing his hobby. My all time favorite is Pat Novak. I really wish more episodes had survived. The evolution (or change perhaps?) of Jack Webb is puzzling to me. Cynical to uncritical. The police as flawed and bumbling to the police as infallible. I’ll write to Adam one day and ask him about this. In the meantime, keep up the good work and Illegitimi non Carborundum (don’t let the trolls get you down).

I listen to many old time radio podcast but this is one of the best. Adam has a great deal of knowledge and share’s information regarding shows or episodes that not found elsewhere . The quality of the shows is generally good. Trivial matter of Adams voice or daring to spread out episode are best ignore as the value of this podcast far exceeds these petty remarks. Enjoy!

Adam introduced me to OTR several years ago and I love it! Great job, Adam - keep up the good work. And, thanks.

The programs are great and the host presents well and provides good background information and insight. However, the number of ads has steadily increased and the hour of infomercials (waste of internet data) at the end as of late is a bit too much. Hopefully this changes.

People that complain about commercials or Adam’s voice should consider what it takes for someone like Adam who built this podcast many years ago and made it more robust as a sideline to his day job on his own with nothing but love of old time radio behind him. I for one have grown to love the sound and feel of this podcast. Before we complain can we first take stock of what’s involved putting this together and if you the complainer can do better. After all, I would LOVE to listen to any of his detractors podcast to compare. Have a great day!🫤

I'm not a fan of Dangerous Assignment and shows of that nature. In my opinion they just don't fit in a detective show podcast. Other than that, I really enjoy the podcast and it's still worth five stars. Dragnet and Tales of the Texas Rangers are my favorites.

I appreciate Adam’s collection of detective serials. I do wonder why he pronounces Idaho as Addahoe. While I enjoy the vintage gumshoe serials, I am not a fan of him advertising for an MLM. I’m not going to give the name, but it’s tacky to do a promo for a business that likes to sucker gullible SAHM by thinking they can be a “boss babe” by selling accessories. Also, what is with the app hijacking? Why is a mental health podcast playing after an OTR episode? I’m starting to think any episode over an hour or close to an hour is going to have an unrelated podcast.

Like a curator at a massive art gallery, Adam takes great care to thoughtfully present radio detective shows from long ago. These shows might otherwise be lost to time! Keep up the good work.

…the host Adam’s voice sounds like a voice invented by Mel Blanc for a character that didn’t quite make it into the Warner Brothers cartoons.

Adam is a true old time radio show aficionado! Thank you Adam for all the research you do on the shows! More Dragnet and Johnny Dollar!!

I gave it a five out of five because of everything even the accents are amazing

The reason why I give it a four star is because the host has a terrible accent but other than that I love it

Appreciate all the work you do to present quality product

The episodes are good, however Adam’s (the host) over the top, cartoon voice is so annoying, he makes it difficult to tune in. Every time I listen, I have to skip his intros... and when he interrupts an episode, I have to stop to skip his babble. It’s a shame. He ruins a potentially great podcast.

I enjoyed the show tremendously, and the host did I nice job on the presentation as well. Just gave five stars as my response.

A great podcast featuring OTR detective and detective-adjacent shows from decades past. Adam Graham provides insightful commentary on the shows, from the truly memorable to the painfully lame. It’s a window into the world of radio entertainment as it used to be, and an opportunity to enjoy some of the great radio actors in their many guises.

30 minutes of infomercials at end of episode is enough to make me look elsewhere for listening

Adam does a great job presenting a comprehensive archive of early radio dramas. I appreciate his post-commentary and his knowledge of the actors performing in the various shows. I don’t mind the ads if it means that it helps keeps these old radio shows available.

I really love this podcast. The content and audio quality of the shows presented in this podcast is very good, but unlike other podcast which broadcast old radio shows, the host Adam Graham makes them come alive. I really enjoy his commentary and insights into each episode. If you are looking for a pod cast for old time radio shows, this is number 1 on my list. Well done Adam!!

I have been listening to this podcast for over ten years. I know there are other OTR podcasts and I’ve even downloaded some of the Audible collections. But Adam is so true to the original play times and his thorough research of actors and shows makes it so much more enjoyable. I love the way he organizes each show so I can go back and binge my favorites like Barrie Craig or Candy Matson. I like that he leaves the commercials intact. They reveal so much of the era. My kids are grown now, but when they were little they always heard me belt out “where we take better care of your car!” And today know what that means when they see pictures of old Standard gas stations in businesses around Portland. Anyway, truly grateful for Adam and that he has been able to share his passion with others.

1) this is packed to the gills with loud, crappy and unwanted ad breaks from front to back, which completely ruins both the story and the overall mood of a classic radio drama. 2) as if the ad breaks weren’t already pathetic in their own money grubbing way, the nerd who “hosts” this podcast also derails each program with interludes in an accent and tone that I can only describe as bizarre and off putting. There are plenty of classic radio dramas on the podcast market that don’t self-sabotage. Find one of them, this guy obviously has no respect for them.

The guy needs to shut up. No one needs 10 minutes of his liberal comments on each show. It’s annoying.

The actual programs are great, however the host needs to hire someone to read his intros/ outros, terrible voice

As a rural mail carrier in rural Maine spending 6 plus hours in a car 6 days a week I’d be lost without it! Have been listening for a few years and finally getting around to reviewing. I truly thank you for what your doing!

I listen to this podcast everyday. Love the shows. The detective/private detective in each show are interesting. The shows are GREAT.

A great way to escape the grim reality of today

Distracting me while I do dishes and housework

I love Adams insight along with the history coming to life!

Adam hosts a great cast focused exclusively on detectives and mystery OTR. Thank you and well done, cheers!

Back when there was no foul language and an actual mystery! I’ve been listening for years! This is my favorite way to pass the time during my daily travels and commute.

Adam does a great job finding and sharing radio detective shows.

Adam finds and produces the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of this genre. He has lead to the Discovery

This podcast is a must-listen for anyone who is a fan of the Golden Age of Radio. Not only is it great to hear some well-known and popular series and characters (such as Johnny Dollar and Dragnet), but I’ve also been exposed to numerous shows I had never heard of before. Adam is a wealth of knowledge about old-time radio, and his commentary is equal parts insightful, humorous, and informative. Cannot recommend the podcast enough; please keep up the great work!

This used to be my favorite old time radio podcast but there are too many minutes of commercials now. It has become unbearable to wade through the ads to get to the content. Sorry Adam, I appreciate that you are an entrepreneur and have monetized your shows but the ads have ruined it for me. Best of luck to you.

Love these shows and Adam Grants insights

There are a number of ways to consume old time radio detective stories, but I have not found a more exhaustive, organized podcast, often presenting the harder to find episodes. The ads of the time, and sometimes long intros and closing music are left intact, leading to long modern intros and ads before and after. I will admit to not always being in the mood for Adam Graham, and his unique style, and I will skip forward and set a podcast to played when there is no more of interest to me. The 90 second scenes for up coming episodes really seems to be a misstep, and the host not being able to keep his voice levels consistent mean that sometime I am done listening when the better part of 5 minutes still remains.

The new excessive ads and talk of Patreon really takes away from an otherwise good show. Last check there were over 4 minutes of advertising.

As a lifelong fan of OTR, (I’m 40 years too young to have heard the original broadcasts), I appreciate these podcasts. Adam Graham provides not only original air dates, but also show descriptions. That is something sadly lacking in most OTR podcasts. Give a listen and check out the other offerings.

I’m so happy to have discovered this pod cast! Never since the demise of the Old Time Radio Convention have I had so much enjoyment. As a young person my favorites were Nick Carter, Mr Keen and. Mr Chameleon and Hearthstone of the Death Quad. Although these are not necessarily played on this website I was a Communist for the FBI is and I’m hooked. GREAT!

I have been listening to the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio for quite some time now, and I must say how much I really enjoy it. I have also listened to other old-time radio detective podcasts, but this one is my absolute favorite, bar none. Why? Mainly because of the host, Adam Graham. He not only hosts the show, but he also gives interesting background information about each and every episode—interesting tidbits about the actors and actresses in each episode as well as pertinent and interesting information about the episodes themselves. He makes each episode truly enjoyable and fun, and I always look forward to listening to this program because of that. Adam presents all the old time detective greats: Philip Marlowe, Sherlock Holmes, Richard Diamond, Johnny Dollar, Night Beat, Dragnet, Boston Blackie, Box 13, Casey Crime Photographer, and many, many more. I find myself tuning into The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio while I’m out hiking, while working on projects at home, while driving, while working jigsaw puzzles, and simply when relaxing and winding down for the day. If you are a big old-time detective fan like I am, I would highly recommend that you give The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio a listen. I think you will be pleasantly surprised, and that you will enjoy this program as much as I have.

What a great podcast, its a real time capsule. I look forward to every single episode that is release.

This classic radio podcast is amazingly comprehensive. Graham does a good job of acquiring the range of each season. But the sound is sometimes awful. Curator doesn't work on the sound at all. Most of all, he talks way too much in a very annoying voice. He gets complaints about this but he's super devoted to his grating voice. It's a shame. This could be the best of classic radio podcasts. He has a lot of knowledge - that could go onto a blog. And his "Weeeeelllcome back" at the end of each show shocks me every time I hear it!

I keep trying to listen to your podcast but it’s really hard to make it through the introduction with that hokey accent and circus clown introduction music followed by the commercials. I live in Boise and would like to be enthusiastic with regard to the shows host and place of origin but…Dump the accent, please!

Puts me to sleep every night. Adam has cleaned up these old shows magically !

I agree with everything from previous review. Thank You Adam😊

Thank you so much for this podcast! Love mysteries and to hear this old radio mysteries is just fantastic!

I Love this podcast!! The shows featured are great and the best part is Adam’s in depth knowledge of the shows he presents. His commentary after each show is really enlightening and interesting. He really knows his stuff!

I like Adam’s voice. I used to listen to this so much, it’s one of the only podcasts that helps me sleep. Now i am woken up by LOUD yelling commercials. It’s unfortunate however there are other channels that play the same shows. Too bad.