Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
Choice Classic Radio Detectives, published by Choice Classic Radio, rebroadcasts vintage American detective dramas from the Golden Age of Radio, including Sherlock Holmes, The Shadow and Boston Blackie. The show has 999 episodes and publishes almost daily, with typical episodes running about 30 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Daily Golden Age radio mysteries with a loyal, highly rated listener base
- Publishes almost daily across 999 episodes, giving a sponsor a steady run of placements.
- Holds a 4.6 average from 258 Apple Podcasts ratings, with most ratings at five stars.
- Listeners are drawn to nostalgic detective drama, a niche with a clear, consistent audience.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- archival audio drama, full-episode rebroadcast
- Tone
- nostalgic, suspenseful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 27 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Titles reference murder and narcotics, such as 'Dragnet: Benny Trounsel - Narcotics' and 'Shadow: The Man Who Murdered Time', typical of vintage crime drama; the feed carries no explicit flag.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | choiceclassicradiodetectives.podbean.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1561279836 |
| RSS feed | feed.podbean.com/choiceclassicradiodetectives/fe… |
Benchmark score: 35 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Blackie: The Hooded Gang Protection Racket 06/18/1946 | 2026-10-17 | 29 min |
| Philo Vance: Cipher Murder Case 04/26/1949 | 2026-10-17 | 27 min |
| Sherlock Holmes: TCOT Lucky Shilling 01/18/1948 (Stanley & Shirley) | 2026-10-16 | 30 min |
| Sherlock Holmes: The Case of Senility 01/11/1948 (Stanley & Shirley) | 2026-10-16 | 30 min |
| The Shadow: The Man Who Murdered Time 01/01/1939 | 2026-10-15 | 30 min |
| Mr. & Mrs. North: The Norths Go To the Dogs 02/02/1948 | 2026-10-15 | 30 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 0 days.
Old time radio fans! Choice Classic Radio brings to you old time radio’s greatest detectives! Each day we feature a program chosen from the most popular shows of the period. So sit back and enjoy the best detectives The Golden Age of Radio has to offer!
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About Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
Choice Classic Radio Detectives is a podcast from Choice Classic Radio that rebroadcasts detective dramas from the Golden Age of American radio. Its catalogue includes Sherlock Holmes, The Shadow, Boston Blackie, Philo Vance and Mr. and Mrs. North. The feed reports 999 episodes and a publishing rhythm close to daily, with a typical episode running about 30 minutes.
The show's Apple Podcasts listing carries 258 ratings with a 4.6 average, and the listing has existed since April 2021. No host is named in the feed, and the website is the show's Podbean page. Listener figures are estimates from these signals, and the audience is likely weighted toward older adults who enjoy classic radio.
No sponsors are visible in the feed. At an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would be priced at roughly $90 to $625 per episode. That suits heritage, comfort and vintage-themed brands looking for a steady, low-noise placement.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
How much does Choice Classic Radio Detectives charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $625 per episode. The figure is an estimate from Apple rating counts and is not a published rate card.
What is Choice Classic Radio Detectives about?
The show rebroadcasts vintage American detective radio dramas, including Sherlock Holmes, The Shadow and Boston Blackie. It publishes almost daily, with episodes that typically run about 30 minutes.
How do I contact Choice Classic Radio Detectives about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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