The Whistler: Old Time Radio MysteriesPerforming Arts

The Whistler old time radio series ran from May 16, 1942, until September 22, 1955. It was a popular West Coast thriller anthology known for its eerie tone and moral storytelling, though it never matched nationwide success despite several attempts. Sponsored by Signal Oil, it captivated listeners with tales of ordinary people driven to dark choices by fate, greed, or circumstance. Its omniscient narrator embodied conscience or destiny, ensuring justice in chilling endings. The show inspired eight films by Columbia Pictures. Produced by George W. Allen with music by Wilbur Hatch.


The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mysteries

Death Wears A White Robe (10-1-45) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Wed, 10 Jun 2026

Death Wears A White Robe (10-1-45)



Two women who can barely stand each other end up snowed in together at a remote mountain cabin. With tempers flaring and plenty of dramatic fireworks, this one serves up a blizzard of over-the-top theatrics!


Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.


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The Man Who Died Twice (9-24-45) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Mon, 08 Jun 2026

The Man Who Died Twice (9-24-45)


When $400,000 is up for grabs, even thieves have trust issues.


Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.


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Sing A Song Of Murder (9-17-45) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Sat, 06 Jun 2026

Sing A Song Of Murder (9-17-45)



A pop singer is desperate to ditch his money-hungry manager, but getting out of the contract might take more than a catchy tune. When he belts out a song about death, things take a darkly fun turn!



Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.


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Phone Call From Death (9-10-45) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Tue, 02 Jun 2026

Phone Call From Death (9-10-45)


A woman is on the phone with her best friend when she suddenly hears her being murdered...or does she? Nothing is quite what it seems in this one, and the ending delivers not one, but two surprises!

Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.


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Ambition Perilous (9-3-45) - The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Mon, 01 Jun 2026

Ambition Perilous (9-3-45)


A scheming politician thinks handing a job to an ex-con he helped put behind bars will be the perfect move to boost his career—but things don’t exactly go according to plan.

Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.


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