Join Vintage Classic Radio this week as we delve into the thrilling world of detective radio shows. Our first episode, "Find Hired Killer Lupac (Paris)," takes us on a dangerous assignment with Steve Mitchell, the international operative played by Brian Donlevy in "Dangerous Assignment." Mitchell, who never turns down a challenge, receives his mission from the mysterious Commissioner, portrayed by Herb Butterfield. Alongside Mitchell is Betty Moran as the Commissioner's secretary, adding an air of intrigue to the story. In this gripping radio play originally broadcasted on August 16th, 1950, Mitchell finds himself in Paris, hot on the trail of a hired killer named Lupac. As Mitchell navigates the city's streets, we encounter a host of captivating characters brought to life by talented veteran actors. With a genuine sense of local flavor, "Dangerous Assignment" transports listeners to faraway places with mysterious names, where danger lurks at every turn. "Dangerous Assignment" was an action-packed detective radio show that followed the exploits of Steve Mitchell, an international operative taking on perilous missions assigned by the enigmatic Commissioner. With its solid acting and authentic portrayal of worldwide locations, the show captivated audiences with its thrilling adventures. Following "Dangerous Assignment," Vintage Classic Radio presents "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar" in the episode "The Happy Family Matter." This iconic detective radio show stars Bob Bailey as Johnny Dollar, America's fearless freelance insurance investigator. Known for his knack for padding his expense account, Johnny recounts his cases with the famous signature line, "End of report...Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar." In this episode, originally broadcasted on December 15th, 1957, Johnny embarks on a thrilling investigation without the aid of a partner, assistant, or secretary. Assigned by Pat McCracken of the Universal Adjustment Bureau, Johnny finds himself entangled in the complex web of a family matter. As he untangles the secrets and lies, Johnny displays his resourcefulness and determination in true detective fashion. "Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar" centered around the cases of Johnny Dollar, a freelance insurance investigator. With its unique format of five serialized episodes per week, the show allowed for in-depth storytelling and the development of intriguing characters. Bob Bailey's portrayal of Johnny Dollar added depth and humanity to the hard-boiled detective archetype, making the series stand out among its contemporaries. Don't miss Vintage Classic Radio's Tuesday Night Detectives every Tuesday evening, featuring back-to-back episodes of the finest detective radio dramas from the 1930s through the 1960s.

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