Detective OTR, hosted by Dennis Humphrey and produced by Old Time Radio DVD, replays classic American detective and crime radio dramas such as Dragnet, Sam Spade and Boston Blackie. The show has 50 episodes, roughly weekly cadence (about every 3.5 days), and typical episodes run 20 to 30 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 5,000 to 25,000 (estimated), with a sponsorship rate of about $90 to $620 per episode.
Vintage detective drama fans, a loyal 242-rating audience, weekly episodes
- Replays classic American crime radio series including Dragnet, Sam Spade and Boston Blackie.
- Weekly cadence over 50 episodes gives sponsors a steady, predictable slot.
- Apple Podcasts shows 242 ratings averaging 3.9 stars, a sign of an engaged niche audience.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- archival audio drama, narrated replay
- Tone
- nostalgic, suspenseful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Home recording
- Typical length
- 14 to 31 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Old Time Radio DVD
- Categories promoted
- Vintage audio collections
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show promotes its parent company's website oldtimeradiodvd.com.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Classic crime drama episodes such as A Killing In London and Case of Bigamy involve murder and violence, though the show is not explicit; the feed is not flagged explicit.
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 | oldtimeradiodvd.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id859298296 |
| RSS feed | detectiveotr.libsyn.com/rss |
Benchmark score: 63 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| A_Killing_In_London | 2026-10-14 | 14 min |
| A_Spy_Airplane_Crashes | 2026-10-12 | 14 min |
| Case_of_the_Bad_Actor | 2026-10-07 | 26 min |
| 450520_-_Case_of_Bigamy_Time_To_Kill | 2026-10-05 | 21 min |
| Payback_in_Blood_E.Brookleaf | 2026-10-01 | 24 min |
| Unknown_Heirs_Jean_and_Bill | 2026-09-28 | 25 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 5 days ago, a new one about every 4 days.
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About Detective OTR
Detective OTR is an old time radio podcast hosted by Dennis Humphrey and produced by Old Time Radio DVD. Each episode replays a classic American detective or crime drama, including Dragnet, Richard Diamond, Night Beat and The Adventures of Sam Spade, as described in the feed and on the show's website.
The show has 50 episodes and publishes about every 3.5 days, with episodes typically running 14 to 31 minutes according to the feed. Its Apple Podcasts listing shows 242 ratings averaging 3.9 stars. Listener figures are estimates derived from those ratings and the show's cadence; the feed does not disclose real download numbers.
No sponsors are named in the feed; the show promotes its parent site, oldtimeradiodvd.com. Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $90 to $620 per episode, suited to vintage collectibles and heritage consumer brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Detective OTR can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Detective OTR
How much does Detective OTR charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $90 to $620 per host-read mid-roll episode, based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing depends on the sponsor's package and is set through Starbooked.
What is Detective OTR about?
Detective OTR replays classic American detective and crime radio dramas from the old time radio era, such as Dragnet, Sam Spade and Boston Blackie. It is hosted by Dennis Humphrey and publishes weekly episodes.
How do I contact Detective OTR 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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