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Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Author Jack Boyle created the modern Robin Hood-like character, Horatio Black, known to friend and foe as Boston Blackie. Blackie was a reformed jewel thief and safecracker, constantly suspected of crimes he did not commit. Forced to defend himself against the accusations of New York Police Inspector Faraday, Blackie always managed to stay one step ahead of the cops in solving a crime. The wisecracks exchanged between Blackie and Faraday made the program an enjoyable mix of comedy and mystery. Enjoy 12 of the finest detective adventures of Boston Blackie in this thrilling collection!

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Boston Blackie is a fictional character originally created by author Jack Boyle. He's a fascinating figure in crime fiction history due to his evolution across different media.Here's a breakdown of the character:Origin as a Gentleman Thief: In Jack Boyle's original short stories (starting in 1914), Boston Blackie was a jewel thief and safecracker. Boyle himself had a criminal past and wrote the first stories while incarcerated. Blackie was depicted as a "gentleman thief" with his own code of honor, sometimes willing to help out a friend and often exposing flaws in the justice ...

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

Chronicles the exploits of a reformed thief turned detective, solving crimes with wit and charm.

"Boston Blackie Radio" revitalizes the iconic radio detective in a format tailored for today’s podcast listeners. Relive the intrigue and excitement of Boston Blackie's adventures with daily episodes that capture the spirit of the original broadcasts, but with a modern twist. Ideal for those who love mystery, history, and timeless radio tales.https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

"Boston Blackie Daily" for a daily dose of thrilling mysteries and adventures. Each episode resurrects the classic charm of the 1940s detective radio shows, following the enigmatic Boston Blackie as he outsmarts crooks and charms listeners with his wit and bravery. This podcast is perfect for fans of vintage crime stories and those who relish daily storytelling.https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free! Tune into

The purpose of LIFTED is to inspire all generations to aspire for financial dependency through educated decisions. The podcast will be a vessel to carry the stories of successful people in all lines of work. The hope is that these stories will shed light on all aspects of not only the successes, but also all the hard work, failures and lessons learned along the way. The goal is that what is shared on the LIFTED podcast will help motivate and guide anyone to success emotionally and financially.

Peggy Williams' pearl necklace has gone missing from her safe, and Boston Blackie was at the scene of the crime, so of course in Faraday’s book he’s the prime suspect. But the insurance company thinks it may be staged for a false insurance claim.

Blackie visits Joe Garland to pays a friend's gambling debt. Joe is murdered while Blackie is locked in an adjacent room.

The Boston Blackie radio series, starring Chester Morris, began June 23, 1944, on NBC as a summer replacement for The Amos 'n' Andy Show. Boston Blackie was "an enemy to those who make him an enemy, friend to those who have no friend." Sponsored by Rinso, the series continued until September 15 of that year. Lesley Woods appeared as Blackie's girlfriend Mary Wesley, and Harlow Wilcox was the shows announcer. On April 11, 1945, Richard Kollmar took over the title role in a radio series syndicated by Frederic W. Ziv to Mutual and other network outlets. Over 200 episodes of this series were ...

Step back in time with "Old Time Radio Boston Blackie," a podcast that offers a unique blend of nostalgia and contemporary audio entertainment. Daily episodes feature the cunning detective Boston Blackie as he solves mysteries and battles adversaries, all set against the backdrop of old-time radio aesthetics. A perfect mix of history, mystery, and daily intrigue.https://www.solgoodmedia.com - Listen to hundreds of audiobooks, thousands of short stories, and ambient sounds all ad free!

Boston Blackie was created by writer Jack Boyle as a jewel thief and safecracker with a heart of gold. The character was featured in nine silent films. In 1941, Blackie returned to film in the era of talkies.Much like the Saint, the character reformed from a thief into a detective. Blackie was always Inspector Farraday’s prime suspect in any major crime. The films were very popular with fourteen films made starring Chester Morris.Morris brought Blackie to the radio in a summer replacement radio series for NBC in 1944. Then in 1945, first-run syndication king Frederick Ziv created a new ...