The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mysteries

A chilling tale of guilt, fate, and the quiet voice that knows your every secret.

In this debut episode of The Whistler, “Retribution,” from May 16th, 1942, a man’s desperate attempt to escape the consequences of his actions leads him down a twisting path where justice waits in the shadows. This restored presentation brings you one of the earliest surviving broadcasts of the iconic mystery series that defined radio suspense in the 1940s.

Listeners will hear:

• A classic morality‑driven crime story

• The Whistler’s signature ironic twist

• Atmospheric music and narration that shaped the golden age of radio drama

The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mysteries is a WOTR Radio Network podcast dedicated to preserving and presenting the complete surviving episodes of this legendary series.