CBS Radio Mystery Theater
CBS Radio Mystery Theater, published by Entertainment Radio, is an archive revival of the 1974 to 1982 radio drama series created by Himan Brown, featuring classic old-time radio mystery episodes introduced by E. G. Marshall. The show has 970 episodes, updated in irregular bursts, with a median episode length of about 45 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Nearly a thousand vintage mystery episodes with steady, loyal listeners
- 970 episodes of classic radio mystery drama give a deep catalog for repeat sponsorship.
- Apple Podcasts shows 416 ratings averaging 4.6 stars, a strong sign of an engaged audience.
- Roughly 45-minute episodes leave room for a host-read mid-roll in a nostalgic, low-clutter setting.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- archival drama, anthology episodes
- Tone
- suspenseful, nostalgic
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 40 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
Funding links point to a Patreon page for Entertainment Radio, and no sponsor mentions found in the feed.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Episode titles such as 'The Bullet 111' and 'The Guillotine' indicate crime and violent themes typical of 1970s mystery drama, though the feed carries an explicit flag of 0.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.spreaker.com/show/cbs-radio-mystery-theatre |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1520763407 |
| RSS feed | www.spreaker.com/show/5370385/episodes/feed |
Benchmark score: 22 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Dog | 2026-08-23 | 41 min |
| The Bullet 111 | 2026-08-21 | 45 min |
| The Return of the Moresbys | 2026-08-18 | 45 min |
| The Old Ones Are Hard to Kill | 2026-08-15 | 45 min |
| The Glass Bubble | 2026-08-12 | 45 min |
| The Finger Of God | 2026-08-08 | 46 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 57 days ago.
CBS Radio Mystery Theateralso known as Radio Mystery Theater and Mystery Theater, often abbreviated as CBSRMT) was a radio drama series created by Himan Brown It aired on CBS Radio Network affiliates from1974 to 1982 and was later carried by the satellite feed in the early 2000s. The format mirrored classic old-time radio shows such The Mysterious Traveler and The Whistler, with episodes…
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About CBS Radio Mystery Theater
CBS Radio Mystery Theater, published by Entertainment Radio, is a podcast that replays classic radio mystery drama from the series created by Himan Brown, which aired from 1974 to 1982. Episodes open and close with E. G. Marshall's introductions, and the feed lists 970 episodes with a median length of about 45 minutes. The feed does not name the hosts beyond Marshall as the original presenter. Source: the podcast feed and Apple Podcasts.
Apple Podcasts lists 416 ratings with a 4.6 average, updated monthly. The show is built around archival fiction, and its audience is estimated rather than reported: likely listeners are adults interested in old-time radio, true crime-style suspense and classic drama. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000, and the audience skews toward listeners over 45 with a United States concentration, but these figures are inferred from ratings and show age.
No sponsors appear in the feed, and the show links to a Patreon page for Entertainment Radio. At an estimated $18 to $25 per thousand downloads, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The show suits heritage brands, audio products and audiobook promotions.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. CBS Radio Mystery Theater can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about CBS Radio Mystery Theater
How much does CBS Radio Mystery Theater charge for a podcast sponsorship?
A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $90 to $625 per episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode at $18 to $25 per thousand. Actual rates depend on current booking terms.
What is CBS Radio Mystery Theater about?
It is a podcast that replays classic radio mystery drama from the 1974 to 1982 CBS series, with introductions by E. G. Marshall. The feed holds 970 episodes of archival suspense fiction.
How do I contact CBS Radio Mystery Theater about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked directly.
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