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Podcast: Classic Streams: Old Time Retro Radio
Episode: The Whistler: Seattle Take Three (05-27-1951)
Description: The Whistler was a long-running radio show that aired from 1942 to 1955. It was a popular suspense thriller that featured tales of mystery, intrigue, and the supernatural. The show's signature character was The Whistler, a mysterious figure who introduced each episode and provided commentary throughout.
The Whistler was created by J. Donald Wilson, who also wrote many of the show's episodes. Wilson was inspired by the success of other radio shows such as "Inner Sanctum" and "Lights Out," and he wanted to create a show that would be even more suspenseful and thrilling.
The Whistler was...