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Dancing Dan's Christmas by Damon Runyon
Dec 25, 2025
54m 26s
The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle by Arthur Conan Doyle
Dec 19, 2025
1h 08m 41s
Rear WIndow by Cornell Woolrich
Dec 11, 2025
1h 37m 21s
The Inoffensive Captain by E C Bentley
Dec 3, 2025
1h 12m 49s
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Nov 27, 2025
1h 07m 14s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 12/25/25 | ![]() Dancing Dan's Christmas by Damon Runyon✨ | ProhibitionChristmas+4 | — | Good Time Charley'sDancing Dan's Christmas+1 | — | Damon RunyonDancing Dan+6 | — | 54m 26s | |
| 12/19/25 | ![]() The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle by Arthur Conan Doyle✨ | detective fictionmystery+3 | — | The Strand Magazine | — | Sherlock HolmesArthur Conan Doyle+5 | — | 1h 08m 41s | |
| 12/11/25 | ![]() Rear WIndow by Cornell Woolrich✨ | suspensenoir fiction+3 | Brendan Sullivan | Dime Detective MagazineRear Window+1 | — | Cornell WoolrichRear Window+4 | — | 1h 37m 21s | |
| 12/3/25 | ![]() The Inoffensive Captain by E C Bentley✨ | mysterydetective+4 | — | The Strand MagazineTrent Intervenes+1 | — | DartmoorInspector Muirhead+6 | — | 1h 12m 49s | |
| 11/27/25 | ![]() The Mystery of the Child's Toy by Leslie Charteris✨ | mysterydetective stories+3 | — | Great Short Stories of Detection, Mystery and HorrorThe Mammoth Book of Great Detective Stories | — | mysterydetective+3 | — | 1h 07m 14s | |
| 11/5/25 | ![]() The Adventure of the Speckled Band by Arthur Conan Doyle✨ | detective fictionmystery+3 | — | The Adventure of the Speckled BandThe Strand Magazine+1 | — | Sherlock HolmesArthur Conan Doyle+5 | — | 1h 04m 32s | |
| 4/12/25 | ![]() Death on the Air by Ngaio Marsh✨ | murder mysterydetective fiction+3 | — | HarperCollins PublishersDeath on the Air+1 | — | murderdetective+5 | — | 1h 33m 56s | |
| 3/29/25 | ![]() The Red-Headed League by Arthur Conan Doyle✨ | Sherlock Holmesmystery+4 | — | Audiblemegaphone.fm+1 | — | Sherlock HolmesRed-Headed League+5 | Patreon | 1h 18m 20s | |
| 3/22/25 | ![]() Abraham Lincoln's Clue by Ellery Queen✨ | detective fictionGolden Age+3 | Brendan Sullivan | Abraham Lincoln's ClueEllery Queen | — | detectivefiction+5 | — | 59m 09s | |
| 3/15/25 | ![]() Cheating the Gallows by Israel Zwangill✨ | mysteryVictorian London+4 | — | PatreonAudible+1 | — | mysteryVictorian London+5 | — | 50m 59s | |
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| 3/8/25 | ![]() Wrong Pigeon by Raymond Chandler | How far does corruption reach? A single pencil, sharpened to a point, sends a shiver down Marlowe's spine. The message is clear: stay out. But for a man with a code, some lines can't be crossed. Dive into a world where cops and criminals dance a dangerous tango, and a good deed might get you killed. Tune in. ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 40m 34s | ||||||
| 3/1/25 | ![]() The Footprint in the Sky by John Dickson Carr (1940) | A woman is found beaten, her home ransacked. Outside, the fresh snow holds only one set of footprints—leading straight to the scene and back again. They belong to a young woman known for sleepwalking. She has no memory of the crime… but with no other tracks, who else could it have been? The case seems clear. The evidence is certain. And yet… something is wrong. This impossible crime is the work of John Dickson Carr, a master of the locked-room mystery and one of the greatest minds of Golden Age detective fiction. An American who lived in England for years, Carr crafted intricate puzzles that defied logic—until his brilliant detectives unravelled them. Join me for The Footprint in the Sky, a story of silent proof, restless sleep, and a mystery only Colonel March can solve. ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 56m 43s | ||||||
| 2/22/25 | ![]() The Mystery of the Sleeping-Car Express by Freeman Wills Crofts | "The Mystery of the Sleeping Car Express" plunges readers into an intricate railway puzzle where a seemingly impossible crime unfolds within the confines of a sleeping car. The story, set against the backdrop of early 20th-century train travel, presents an engaging enigma wherein the limitations of space and time serve to deepen the intrigue. As suspicions mount and alibis clash, the truth remains elusive, testing the skills of investigators and leaving readers to ponder the intricate planning behind the crime and the complexities of human motivation. Freeman Wills Crofts, the author behind this tantalising tale, was an Irish engineer turned masterful writer of detective fiction. Born in Dublin in 1879, Crofts initially pursued a career in civil engineering, an occupation that profoundly influenced his literary style. His meticulous attention to detail, logical plotting, and keen understanding of mechanics permeated his narratives, setting him apart as a distinctive voice during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. With a penchant for railway themes and intricate alibis, Crofts masterfully crafted mysteries that challenged both his sleuths and his readers, solidifying his legacy as a significant contributor to the genre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 17m 53s | ||||||
| 2/15/25 | ![]() We Know You're Busy Writing... by Edmund Crispin | In "We Know You're Busy Writing, But We Thought You Wouldn't Mind If We Just Dropped in for a Minute", Edmund Crispin crafts a darkly humorous tale of a writer's frustration. Mr Bradley, a detective story author, struggles to meet his deadline in his quiet Devon cottage. His work is derailed by the arrival of two unexpected visitors who can't seem to remember his name. As the interlopers make themselves at home and steadily deplete Bradley's alcohol supply, his patience wears thin. The visitors, oblivious to his growing irritation, continue to interrupt his work, believing writing to be an easy task. Crispin deftly balances comedy and mounting tension as Bradley searches for a way to rid himself of his unwelcome guests. The story builds to a surprisingly dark conclusion, offering a wry commentary on the challenges of the writing life. ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 46m 33s | ||||||
| 2/8/25 | ![]() A Scandal in Bohemia by Arthur Conan Doyle | In the shadowy streets of Victorian London, Sherlock Holmes faces a challenge unlike any other. A monarch's past threatens to shatter the delicate balance of European politics. A single photograph holds the power to ruin reputations and topple a throne. At the centre of this intrigue stands the enigmatic Irene Adler, a woman whose wit and resolve may rival Holmes's own. As the great detective delves into the case, he finds himself drawn into a world of high-stakes deception and unexpected twists. With time running out and the fate of a kingdom hanging in the balance, Holmes must navigate a labyrinth of clues and misdirections. Will his legendary skills be enough to unravel this most delicate of puzzles? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 08m 50s | ||||||
| 1/25/25 | ![]() Light Fingers by Francis Durbridge | A quiet New Year's drive takes an unexpected turn for Paul Temple, when a speeding car nearly tosses him and his wife, Steve, into darkness. Yet, beneath the chill of the winter night, a hidden pursuit beckons—more than just a collision on a lonely road. When an old acquaintance in uniform appears, revealing the chase for the assailant is well underway, Temple feels the familiar pull of intrigue. His mind sharpens, and an investigation begins. A tale of clues, deception, and the obscured paths of truth unfolds, inviting you to wander deeper into the enigma alongside Temple. Join as pieces of the mystery align, and see if you, too, can unravel the threads within this puzzling escapade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 30m 13s | ||||||
| 1/18/25 | ![]() Rumpole and The Hanging Judge by John Mortimer | In "Rumpole and the Hanging Judge," the echoes of an unresolved past reverberate as Horace Rumpole meets Lord Justice Truscott, a formidable hanging judge. Their paths cross once more, reigniting old tensions and stirring memories of a case that haunts Rumpole deeply. Truscott, now at the twilight of his career, seeks Rumpole’s company for lunch, exuding an unsettling confidence that reveals layers of complexity beneath his authoritative exterior. With a veneer of geniality, he shares personal reflections, yet his past decisions loom large in the conversation, creating a charged atmosphere rife with unspoken truths. As Rumpole navigates this peculiar reunion, the themes of justice, guilt, and the burden of choice take centre stage. It is one of the otherwise unpublished stories but David McKinley has collected these and produced a pdf which you can get here https://www.davidmckinlay.com/rumpole/uncollected.html ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 56m 46s | ||||||
| 1/11/25 | ![]() The Woman In The Big Hat (1910) by Baroness Orczy | In a Regent Street tea room in the heart of Edwardian London, a man lies dead. The only clue: a woman wearing an enormous hat. As Scotland Yard's finest struggle to unravel the mystery, Lady Molly Robertson-Kirk steps forward. With her keen eye for fashion and uncanny ability to see what others miss, she delves into a world where appearances deceive and class tensions simmer. But even Lady Molly may find herself outmatched as she pursues a killer who wields fashion as deftly as any weapon. Will her vaunted intuition be enough to unmask the murderer, or will the woman in the big hat elude justice? Join us for a tale of intrigue, where every sip of tea may be laced with danger, and every polite conversation might conceal a deadly secret. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 11m 08s | ||||||
| 1/4/25 | ![]() The Boscombe Valley Mystery by Arthur Conan Doyle | In the tranquil countryside of Boscombe Valley, a shocking murder shatters the peace, and all evidence points to an obvious suspect. But Sherlock Holmes, with his keen eye and brilliant mind, senses a deeper mystery lurking beneath the surface. As he delves into the case, Holmes uncovers a web of long-buried secrets and hidden motives that challenge everything Scotland Yard believes. With each step, the great detective draws closer to a truth that will test not only his deductive skills but also his understanding of justice itself. Watch as Holmes navigates through a maze of misleading clues and conflicting testimonies, proving once again why he is London's most celebrated consulting detective. Join us for "The Boscombe Valley Mystery," a tale that showcases Holmes at his most perceptive and morally complex. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 18m 49s | ||||||
| 12/21/24 | ![]() The Necklace of Pearls by Dorothy L Sayers | "Tinsel, trinkets, and... treachery? At Sir Septimus Shale's grand country house, where Christmas cheer blankets every nook and cranny, a string of precious pearls has vanished faster than a mince pie in a hungry caroler's mouth. Lord Peter Wimsey, our intrepid sleuth, finds himself knee-deep in Yuletide shenanigans and upper-crust eccentricities. As carols echo through holly-decked halls and the aroma of roasting chestnuts fills the air, Wimsey must sort through a cast of characters more colorful than a box of Christmas crackers. Is the culprit lurking behind the Christmas tree, or hiding in plain sight among the festive finery? With wit as sharp as icicles and charm as warm as mulled wine, Wimsey races to solve the mystery before the last log on the fire turns to ash. Grab a cozy blanket and a steaming cup of cocoa – this Christmas puzzle is more delightful than finding an extra gift in your stocking!" ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 41m 22s | ||||||
| 12/7/24 | ![]() Murder at Pentecost by Dorothy L Sayers | Whose hand strikes the fatal blow? Within the ancient walls of Pentecost College a murder shatters the scholarly peace. Montague Egg, a sharp-eyed wine salesman, steps into a web of whispered secrets and hidden motives. Confusion looms large as confessions echo through the halls, and lies mask truths yet to be uncovered. Join us as we navigate a world where appearances deceive and academic knowledge conceal as much as it reveals. Listen closely and perhaps you can work out who the murderer is before Egg does! ⭐ Join my Patreon ⭐ https://patreon.com/barcud Go here for a library of ad-free stories, a monthly members only story and early access to the regular stories I put out. You can choose to have ghost stories only, or detective stories or classic literature, or all of them for either $5 or $10 a month. Many hundreds of hours of stories. Who needs Audible? Or, if you'd just like to make a one-off gesture of thanks for my work https://buymeacoffee.com/10mn8sk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 43m 22s | ||||||
| 11/30/24 | ![]() The Oxford Way of Death by Robert Barnard | Would you kill for a glass of port? Join us in The Oxford Way of Death, where the hallowed halls of St. Pothinus’s are alive with more than just dusty books. The Fellows, entangled in their routines and rituals, find their complacency disrupted with hilariously dark consequences. As new ideas ripple through, academic eccentricities give way to unexpected chaos—and even a touch of murder. Robert Barnard delivers a captivating comedic tale where mysterious mishaps meet sharp humor, turning scholarly life into a brilliant farce. Listen in for a story where wit, whimsy, and a hint of deadly intrigue redefine the academic experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 48m 45s | ||||||
| 11/23/24 | ![]() A Dangerous Thing by H R F Keating | In the hushed halls of the British Library Reading Room, a sanctuary of knowledge hides a chilling secret. When an elderly professor is found murdered amidst at his desk, the scholarly calm of the Reading Room is shattered. Enter Mrs. Craggs, a humble charwoman with a sharp eye and a knack for uncovering truths others overlook. Overlooked herself by a world of scholars and "whizzers," she carries a quiet determination that surprises everyone—even herself. When Mrs. Craggs stumbles upon the crime, she finds herself drawn into a labyrinth of smooth-talking ambition and deceit. With the authorities sceptical and the suspect eager to cast blame elsewhere, can the stakes grow higher? Can Mrs. Craggs, armed with little more than her mp and her working-class common sense, expose the murderer before the wrong person is condemned? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 02m 32s | ||||||
| 11/16/24 | ![]() The Killing of Michael Finnegan | Is patriotism worth the cost? In the volatile landscape of 1980s Britain, this question haunts every counter-terrorism operative. Michael Gilbert's "The Killing of Michael Finnegan" draws you into a high-stakes game where loyalty is fleeting and deception is currency. As seasoned agents Calder and Behrens race to thwart an IRA plot, they navigate a maze of half-truths and double-crosses. With each revelation, the line between ally and enemy blurs further. Gilbert's razor-sharp prose and intricate plotting keep you guessing until the final moment. The clock is ticking, lives hang in the balance, and no one is above suspicion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 59m 58s | ||||||
| 11/9/24 | ![]() Hunted Down by Charles Dickens | Can perfect manners mask a murderer? In Victorian London, Charles Dickens crafted a tale of calculated evil lurking behind a respectable smile. A gentleman whose perfectly groomed appearance and cultured conversation conceal something far more sinister. In the gaslit streets and elegant drawing rooms, a deadly game unfolds. Someone watches from the shadows - but nothing is quite what it seems. Dickens knew the dark corners of London, walked with real detectives, studied the faces of criminals. In "Hunted Down," he reveals what he learned about evil wearing a gentleman's mask. Join me for Dickens's only pure detective story, where appearances can be fatally deceptive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices | 1h 16m 35s | ||||||
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