Crime Classics | Old Time Radio

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Crime Classics is a documentary-style podcast presenting restored episodes of the legendary old time radio series of the same name. Originally broadcast during the Golden Age of Radio, Crime Classics dramatized some of history’s most notorious crimes, infamous criminals, and darkly ironic true cases, all delivered with sharp narration and period-authentic storytelling.

Each episode recreates real criminal events from history, blending factual detail with dramatic radio performance. The series is known for its distinctive tone, combining grim subject matter with refined narration and subtle dark humor, offering listeners a unique window into how crime stories were told in mid-twentieth-century radio.

All episodes featured on this podcast are sourced from verified public domain recordings and carefully curated to preserve their original sound and atmosphere. Crime Classics is ideal for listeners interested in true crime history, classic radio drama, and the enduring art of vintage audio storytelling.

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Episodes

Blackbeard’s Fourteenth Wife, Why She Was Not Good For Him [episode 20], Broadcast 11/11/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Untitled Feed Blackbeard's Fourteenth Wife, Why She Was Not Good For Him [episode 20], Broadcast 11/11/1953 Blackbeard's Fourteenth Wife, Why She Was Not Good For Him [episode 20], Broadcast 11/11/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and acces...

Mar 26, 2026•30 min

Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953 Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to e...

Mar 23, 2026•30 min

Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played (AFRTS) [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played (AFRTS) [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953 Raschi Among the Crocodiles, and the Prank He Played (AFRTS) [episode 19], Broadcast 11/4/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content,...

Mar 11, 2026•30 min

John Hayes, His Head and How They Were Parted [episode 18], Broadcast 10/28/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) John Hayes, His Head and How They Were Parted [episode 18], Broadcast 10/28/1953 John Hayes, His Head and How They Were Parted [episode 18], Broadcast 10/28/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on...

Mar 02, 2026•30 min

Billy Bonny Bloodletter [episode 17], Broadcast 10/21/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Billy Bonny Bloodletter [episode 17], Broadcast 10/21/1953 Billy Bonny Bloodletter [episode 17], Broadcast 10/21/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network — only on P...

Feb 24, 2026•30 min

The Seven-layered Arsenic Cake of Madame Lafarge [episode 16], Broadcast 10/14/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Seven-layered Arsenic Cake of Madame Lafarge [episode 16], Broadcast 10/14/1953 The Seven-layered Arsenic Cake of Madame Lafarge [episode 16], Broadcast 10/14/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everyth...

Feb 16, 2026•30 min

The Hangman and William Palmer, Who Won [episode 15], Broadcast 10/7/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Hangman and William Palmer, Who Won [episode 15], Broadcast 10/7/1953 The Hangman and William Palmer, Who Won [episode 15], Broadcast 10/7/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden...

Feb 09, 2026•30 min

The Bloody, Bloody Banks of Fall River [episode 14], Broadcast 9/30/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Bloody, Bloody Banks of Fall River [episode 14], Broadcast 9/30/1953 The Bloody, Bloody Banks of Fall River [episode 14], Broadcast 9/30/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden K...

Feb 02, 2026•30 min

The Torment of Henrietta Robinson, and Why She Killed (AFRTS) [episode 13], Broadcast 9/7/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Torment of Henrietta Robinson, and Why She Killed (AFRTS) [episode 13], Broadcast 9/7/1953 The Torment of Henrietta Robinson, and Why She Killed (AFRTS) [episode 13], Broadcast 9/7/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content,...

Jan 27, 2026•30 min

Your Loving Son, Nero [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Your Loving Son, Nero [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953 Your Loving Son, Nero [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network — only on Patreon...

Jan 21, 2026•29 min

Your Loving Son, Nero (AFRTS) [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Your Loving Son, Nero (AFRTS) [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953 Your Loving Son, Nero (AFRTS) [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network —...

Jan 20, 2026•30 min

Your Loving Son, Nero (AFRTS) [episode 12], Broadcast 8/31/1953

Jan 20, 2026•30 min

The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953 The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to every...

Jan 18, 2026•30 min

The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again (AFRTS) [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again (AFRTS) [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953 The Alsop Family, How It Diminished and Grew Again (AFRTS) [episode 11], Broadcast 8/24/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and...

Jan 17, 2026•30 min

The Incredible Trial of Laura D. Fair (AFRTS) [episode 10], Broadcast 8/17/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Incredible Trial of Laura D. Fair (AFRTS) [episode 10], Broadcast 8/17/1953 The Incredible Trial of Laura D. Fair (AFRTS) [episode 10], Broadcast 8/17/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on T...

Jan 10, 2026•30 min

The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953 The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The F...

Jan 04, 2026•30 min

The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared (AFRTS) [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared (AFRTS) [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953 The Axe and the Droot Family, How They Fared (AFRTS) [episode 9], Broadcast 8/10/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to eve...

Jan 01, 2026•30 min

Mr. Thrower’s Hammer [episode 8], Broadcast 8/3/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) Mr. Thrower's Hammer [episode 8], Broadcast 8/3/1953 Mr. Thrower's Hammer [episode 8], Broadcast 8/3/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network — only on Patreon. http...

Dec 28, 2025•30 min

The Final Day of General Ketchum, and How He Died [episode 7], Broadcast 7/27/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Final Day of General Ketchum, and How He Died [episode 7], Broadcast 7/27/1953 The Final Day of General Ketchum, and How He Died [episode 7], Broadcast 7/27/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everythin...

Dec 25, 2025•30 min

The Final Day of General Ketchum, and How He Died [episode 7], Broadcast 7/27/1953

Dec 22, 2025•29 min

The Death of a Picture Hanger [episode 6], Broadcast 7/20/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Death of a Picture Hanger [episode 6], Broadcast 7/20/1953 The Death of a Picture Hanger [episode 6], Broadcast 7/20/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network — o...

Dec 17, 2025•30 min

The Terrible Deed of John White Webster [episode 5], Broadcast 7/13/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Terrible Deed of John White Webster [episode 5], Broadcast 7/13/1953 The Terrible Deed of John White Webster [episode 5], Broadcast 7/13/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden K...

Dec 17, 2025•30 min

The Shrapnelled Body of Charles Drew, Sr. [episode 4], Broadcast 7/6/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Shrapnelled Body of Charles Drew, Sr. [episode 4], Broadcast 7/6/1953 The Shrapnelled Body of Charles Drew, Sr. [episode 4], Broadcast 7/6/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden...

Dec 17, 2025•30 min

The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953 The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus conten...

Dec 17, 2025•30 min

The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. (AFRTS) [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. (AFRTS) [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953 The Checkered Life and Sudden Death of Colonel James Fisk, Jr. (AFRTS) [episode 3], Broadcast 6/29/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclus...

Dec 17, 2025•29 min

The Shockingly Peaceful Passing of Thomas Edwin Bartlett, Green Grocer (AFRTS) [episode 2], Broadcast 6/22/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Shockingly Peaceful Passing of Thomas Edwin Bartlett, Green Grocer (AFRTS) [episode 2], Broadcast 6/22/1953 The Shockingly Peaceful Passing of Thomas Edwin Bartlett, Green Grocer (AFRTS) [episode 2], Broadcast 6/22/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video ...

Dec 16, 2025•30 min

The Crime of Bathsheba Spooner [episode 1], Broadcast 6/15/1953

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Crime Classics (OTRR) The Crime of Bathsheba Spooner [episode 1], Broadcast 6/15/1953 The Crime of Bathsheba Spooner [episode 1], Broadcast 6/15/1953 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by Crime Classics | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Want the full experience? Get complete video episodes, exclusive bonus content, and access to everything on The Forbidden Knowledge Network —...

Dec 16, 2025•30 min

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