The Great Detectives Present The Falcon
Arts
Fiction
Adam Graham
Each week, join us for an adventure with the Falcon, a detective from radio's golden age based very loosely on the literary creation of Drexel Drake. Michael Waring is a detective who goes by the name, The Falcon was a private detective and adventurer solving mysteries during radio's Golden Age. The Falcon was originally heard between 1943-55 with five different t actors playing the lead role. This podcast will feature all circulating episodes beginning with those starring James Meighan and Les Tremayne, before moving on to episodes starring Les Damon and finally George Petrie. Every Monday you can expect another mystery from the files of the Falcon. This feed is brought you as part of the Great Detectives of Old Time Radio where you can hear five more Golden Age Detective programs each week.
Total 47 episodes
1
The Falcon: The Case of the Cautious Cousin
The Falcon: The Case of the Cautious Cousin
Today's Mystery: A man is poisoned in the presence of the Falcon and the finger of suspicion is pointed at his cousin.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 18, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon, Chuck Webster as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the DaySupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectives
30:4204/11/2024
The Falcon: The Case of Vanishing Varmit
The Falcon: The Case of Vanishing Varmit
Today's Mystery: A criminal with a grudge against The Falcon escapes prison.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 11, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Ralph Bell John GibsonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Donna, Patreon Supporter since March 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
35:2028/10/2024
The Falcon: The Case of Everybody's Gun
The Falcon: The Case of Everybody's Gun
Today's Mystery: Mike is hired to investigate a charity grifter, and then his client is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: July 4, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the DaySupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
40:3821/10/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Nervous Shakedown
The Falcon: The Case of the Nervous Shakedown
Today's Mystery: A blackmailer is killed after the fiancé of a victim confronts him.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 27, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon, Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett, Mandel Kramer, Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Greg, Patreon supporter since February 2024.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of our friends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectives
32:2914/10/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Broken Fingerprint
The Falcon: The Case of the Broken Fingerprint
Today's Mystery: A man who is having an affair is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date:June 20, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Pam, Patreon Supporter since February 2024Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
32:5107/10/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Sweet Swindle
The Falcon: The Case of the Sweet Swindle
Today's Mystery: An unethical competing detective tries to pass off a young woman as the long-lost daughter of a friend of The Falcon.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 13, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Florence Halop; Jackson Beck; Ralph BellSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Joanna, Patreon Supporter since June 2022.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
35:4430/09/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Proud Papa
The Falcon: The Case of the Proud Papa
Today's Mystery: A woman, who was trying to con a gullible married man into robbing his loan shark father-in-law, is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: June 6, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the DaySupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
38:2623/09/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Unwelcome Wife
The Falcon: The Case of the Unwelcome Wife
Today's Mystery: A manager of a gambling den faces death if he doesn't recover $100,000 he embezzled to give to a conwoman.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 27, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Maurice Tarplin; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Rae, Patreon Supporter since July 2020.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
41:2216/09/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Curious Cop
The Falcon: The Case of the Curious Cop
Today's Mystery: A policeman disappears while trying to shake down a gambling joint owner.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 20, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Mark, Patreon supporter since January 2016.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
46:3609/09/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Big Talker
The Falcon: The Case of the Big Talker
Today's Mystery: A thug balks at murdering his boss's rival and is then murdered himself.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 29, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Larry Haines; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Kpass, Patreon supporter since May 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
38:1702/09/2024
The Falcon:  The Case of the Missing Miss
The Falcon: The Case of the Missing Miss
Today's Mystery: A Senator commits suicide rather than own up to his role in an oil company and a man who was contact begins to sense their might be something crooked about it and hires the Falcon.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 22, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon, Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett, Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Eddie, Patreon Supporter since July 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
47:4826/08/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Missing Miss
The Falcon: The Case of the Missing Miss
Today's Mystery: A storekeeper is suspected of murdering a conman after confronting him with the gun that was used in the murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 15, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Larry Haines; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Judith, Patreon supporter since May 2021.Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
37:2418/08/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Carved Ham
The Falcon: The Case of the Carved Ham
Today's Mystery:A racketeer's henchman is murdered after disfiguring an actor's face.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 8, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Jackson BeckSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectivesJoin us again tomorrow for another detective drama from the Golden Age of Radio.
33:3612/08/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Worried Wife
The Falcon: The Case of the Worried Wife
Today's Mystery:A woman hires The Falcon after an old flame of her husband's tried to kill him.Original Radio Broadcast Date: April 1, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; William ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lisa, Patreon Supporter since October 2021Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
34:4105/08/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Talented Texan
The Falcon: The Case of the Talented Texan
Today's Mystery: A woman in a love triangle, who is suspected of murdering her husband, comes to the Falcon for help.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 25, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Ken, Patreon Supporter since January 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectives
34:2829/07/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Witty Widow
The Falcon: The Case of the Witty Widow
Today's Mystery: A blackmailer is murdered and suspicion falls on the woman he was blackmailing.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 18, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Mike, Patreon Supporter since March 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
34:2122/07/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Unsilent Butler
The Falcon: The Case of the Unsilent Butler
Today's Mystery:Mike has to protect a model for a new oil detector from an unscrupulous private investigator.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 11, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ralph Bell; Maurice Tarplin; Elspeth EricSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, Patreon Supporter since May 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
35:5515/07/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Gangster's Girl
The Falcon: The Case of the Gangster's Girl
Today's Mystery:The girlfriend of a man in the numbers racket hires The Falcon to get her boyfriend sent to prison so she can get away from him.Original Radio Broadcast Date: March 4, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Jan Miner; Larry Haines; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Ken, Patreon Supporter since November 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
31:2701/07/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Practical Choker
The Falcon: The Case of the Practical Choker
Today's Mystery:Mike is hired by a gambler who is suspsected of murdering a man who owed him a large debt.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 25, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ann WilliamsArticle on the history of laws on margarineSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Tammee, Patreon Supporter Since September 2022Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
39:1324/06/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Superfluous Murder
The Falcon: The Case of the Superfluous Murder
Today's Mystery: A man calls The Falcon to find out who betrayed him. The Falcon arrives to find him dead with a suicide note written. However, Sergeant Corbett suspects murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 18, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: April, Patreon Supporter Since February 2017Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
35:2817/06/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Mighty Muscle
The Falcon: The Case of the Mighty Muscle
Today's Mystery: The Falcon is hired by the girlfriend of a member of a criminal syndicate who'd been extorted to doublecross his boss and then murdered right in front of her.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 11, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Ralph Bell; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Sergey, Patreon Supporter since May 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
34:5510/06/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Neighbor's Nightmare
The Falcon: The Case of the Neighbor's Nightmare
Today's Mystery:A man is persuaded by a beautiful neighbor to invest in a company. He turns to The Falcon when he has trouble getting his money back.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 4, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Andy. Patreon Supporter since May 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
34:1403/06/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Bellicose Boxer
The Falcon: The Case of the Bellicose Boxer
Today's Mystery:A boxer, who won the championship after doublecrossing multiple people, is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 28, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Larry Haines; Ralph BellSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Mark, Partreon Supporter since July 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
31:0827/05/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Substitute Target
The Falcon: The Case of the Substitute Target
Today's Mystery:To protect the girlfriend of a man murdered by the mob, the Falcon sets himself up as a target.Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 21, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton at Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.nePatreon Supporter of the Day: Leslie, Patreon supporter since November 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
34:4720/05/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Happy Hoodlum
The Falcon: The Case of the Happy Hoodlum
ay's Mystery:Sergeant Corbett wants The Falcon to find out why a man made an insane attempt to rob an express company with a gun that couldn't fire.Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 14, 1951Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the DaySupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
36:0813/05/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Invisible Thug
The Falcon: The Case of the Invisible Thug
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired by a man who killed his ex-girlfriend's husband who hopes to dupe Mike into pinning the murder on his ex.Original Radio Broadcast Date: January 7, 1951Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netSupport the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
42:5006/05/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Baby Brother
The Falcon: The Case of the Baby Brother
Today's Mystery:The elder brother of a man who committed suicide wants Waring to find the woman he believes drove his brother down a dark path so that he can get rid of her.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 17, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer, Maurice TarplinSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Margie, Patreon Supporter since September 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
39:2129/04/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Raw Deal
The Falcon: The Case of the Raw Deal
Today's Mystery:Mike Waring is hired by a group of businessmen who were robbed of $65,000 in cash at a high stakes poker game.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 10, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Paxton as Sergeant Corbett; Larry HainesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Margie, Patreon Supporter since September 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
39:2022/04/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Harried Husband
The Falcon: The Case of the Harried Husband
Today's Mystery:A gigolo who is trying to scam and doublecross various people is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: December 3, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Paxtor as Sergeant Corbett; Jackson BeckSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Julie, Patreon Supporter Since September 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
37:1515/04/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Stooge's Errand
The Falcon: The Case of the Stooge's Errand
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired to locate a boxing promoter who cheated two men out of a combined $40,000, but has a clever way to make sure they can't collect.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 26, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel Kramer; Ralph Bell; Bill ZuckertSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Bruce, Patreon Supporter since November 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
37:1208/04/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Puzzling Pinup
The Falcon: The Case of the Puzzling Pinup
Today's Mystery:A reporter comes to The Falcon to ask him to take part in a blackmail scheme and then dies.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 19, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Larry HainesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Martin, Patreon Supporter since September 2017Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
37:2901/04/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Widow's Gorilla
The Falcon: The Case of the Widow's Gorilla
Today's Mystery:A businessman who drove his rival out of business wants Waring to prove he didn't kill him and suggests suicide.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 12, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Bill Zuckert; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Philip, Patreon Supporter since December 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
36:1525/03/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Rich Racketeer
The Falcon: The Case of the Rich Racketeer
Today's Mystery:A racketeer hires The Falcon to protect him in a forest cabin, but is killed before Waring arrives from New York.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 5, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Anton, Patreon Supporter since December 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
40:1418/03/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Double Exposure
The Falcon: The Case of the Double Exposure
Today's Mystery:A man is murdered soon after his business partner was killed, and the contingency beneficiary hires Mike to prove who hired the killer.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 29, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Maurice Tarplin; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Mick, Patreon Supporter since June 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
36:1411/03/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Double Nephews
The Falcon: The Case of the Double Nephews
Today's Mystery:The manager of a jewelry concern calls in The Falcon when he's accused of stealing thousands in jewels.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 22, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Gavin, Patreon Supporter Since November 2021Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
33:4604/03/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Careless Client
The Falcon: The Case of the Careless Client
Today's Mystery:A woman hires The Falcon to protect her from a racketeer who wants to kill her, but she isn't telling him the whole story.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 15, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon, Mandel KramerSupport our Listener Support campaign!Take our Special Advertising survey at https://adsurvey.greatdetectives.net Become one of our Patreon supporters at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Delilah, Patreon Supporter since December 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
43:4526/02/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Talented Twin
The Falcon: The Case of the Talented Twin
Today's Mystery:A woman hires Mike Waring to find a hit-and-run driver.Original Radio Broadcast Date: October 1, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Lesley, Patreon Supporter Since November 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
29:1819/02/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Friendly Target
The Falcon: The Case of the Friendly Target
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired to find out who tried to kill an ex-crook.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 24, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as The FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Jonathan, Patreon Supporter Since March 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
29:3812/02/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Worried Champion
The Falcon: The Case of the Worried Champion
Today's Mystery:A boxing champ trying to defend his title calls in the Falcon with suspicions that his opponent is concealing a gambling operation around the fights.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 10, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the FalconSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netWelcome to our latest Patreon supporter: KarenPatreon Supporter of the Day: Ken, Patreon supporter since March of 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
33:0705/02/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Quarrelsome Quartet
The Falcon: The Case of the Quarrelsome Quartet
Today's Mystery:After collecting the ransom from kidnapping a racketeer, four crooks have a falling-out that leads to murder.Original Radio Broadcast Date: September 3, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant Corbett; Jackson Beck; Larry HainesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: John and Kristine, Patreon Supporters March of 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
36:3929/01/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Disappearing Doll
The Falcon: The Case of the Disappearing Doll
Today's Mystery:The leader of a gang of robbers hires The Falcon to find his girlfriend, who disappeared with $80,000 that they stole from a payroll.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 30, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Mandel KramerSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Russell, Patreon Supporter Since October 2016Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
31:1822/01/2024
The Falcon: The Case of the Larcenous Lark
The Falcon: The Case of the Larcenous Lark
Today's Mystery:A song writer, whose business manager is embezzling from him, is murdered.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 23, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ralph Bell; Larry HainesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Robert, Patreon Supporter Since December 2018Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
29:3415/01/2024
The Falcon: The Amourous Bookkeeper
The Falcon: The Amourous Bookkeeper
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired to find an unassuming bookkeeper who stole $30,000 from a dress company.Original Radio Broadcast Date: May 14, 1950Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Damon as the Falcon; Ken Lynch as Sergeant CorbettSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Guy, Patreon Supporter since September 2022Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
38:3608/01/2024
The Falcon: Murder is a Knock Out
The Falcon: Murder is a Knock Out
Today's Mystery:A Los Angeles mobster comes to New York searching for a woman who stole $75,000. Murder follows.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 20, 1949Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Tremayne as the Falcon; Beverly RobertsI'm appearing on the Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio as part of our Round Robin CrossoverSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: John Eric Patreon Support SInce March 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
40:1318/12/2023
The Falcon: Murder is a Bad Bluff
The Falcon: Murder is a Bad Bluff
Today's Mystery:The Falcon is hired by a woman who's afraid that her fiancé is earning his money in the rackets.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 1, 1948Originating from New YorkStarring: Les Tremayne as The Falcon; Joe DeSantisSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.net Patreon Supporter of the Day: Steve, since June 2015Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
38:4511/12/2023
The Falcon: Murder is a Family Affair
The Falcon: Murder is a Family Affair
Today's Mystery: A man whose about to be executed asks the Falcon to prevent his brother from murdering his cheating wife.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 27, 1945Originated from New YorkStarred: James Meighan as the Falcon, Jackson Beck, John GibsonSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Laura, Patreon Supporter since June 2020Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey…http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call 208-991-4783Become one of ourfriends on Facebook.Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter@radiodetectives
36:2104/12/2023
The Falcon: Murder Knows No Borderline
The Falcon: Murder Knows No Borderline
Today's Mystery:While on vacation in Mexico, the Falcon finds himself tangling with a racketeer.Original Radio Broadcast Date: November 13, 1945Originated from New YorkStarring: James Meighan as the FalconThis episode includes discussion of the literary history of the Falcon and background on the second actor to play the Falcon, James MeighanSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: David, Patreon Supporter Since January 2019Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http://survey.greatdetectives.netGive us a call at 208-991-4783Follow us on Instagram at http://instagram.com/greatdetectivesFollow us on Twitter @radiodetectives
31:4227/11/2023