Classic Detective Stories

By: John Anthony Walker
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  • Step into the shadows with Tony Walker in the captivating podcast, "Classic Detective Stories." From the intricate puzzles of the Golden Age to the gritty streets of the Hardboiled era, this podcast traverses the thrilling landscape of crime fiction. Each week, delve into timeless tales penned by masters like Agatha Christie, Arthur Conan Doyle, Raymond Chandler, Edgar Allan Poe, and Dashiell Hammett. Starting from Edgar Allan Poe’s groundbreaking "The Murders in the Rue Morgue," the series spans decades up to the 1950s, exploring the rich heritage of detective literature. Alongside a host of guest narrators, and occasional visits from the legendary Sherlock Holmes himself, "Classic Detective Stories" revives the intrigue and suspense of classic whodunits. Tune in for a weekly dose of mystery, where each story promises a twist that will keep you guessing until the very end.
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  • The Final Problem by Arthur Conan Doyle

    The Final Problem by Arthur Conan Doyle
    Oct 12 2024
    Thank you to Gavin Critchley for sponsoring this episode. In the shadowy streets of Victorian London, Sherlock Holmes faces his greatest challenge yet. As the detective's brilliant career reaches its zenith, a sinister presence emerges from the criminal underworld—Professor James Moriarty, the Napoleon of Crime. With the stakes higher than ever before, Holmes and Watson embark on a perilous journey across Europe, leading to a fateful confrontation at the edge of the Reichenbach Falls. Arthur Conan Doyle's "The Final Problem" pits the world's foremost detective against his intellectual equal in a battle of wits that will test the limits of reason, loyalty, and sacrifice. This is Holmes as you've never heard him before—vulnerable, hunted, and all too human. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Murder! by Arnold Bennett - 1927

    Murder! by Arnold Bennett - 1927
    Oct 12 2024
    Arnold Bennett's "Murder!" is a thought-provoking subversion of the classic detective story. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Britain, this tale delves into the murky waters of morality and justice, challenging readers to question their preconceptions about right and wrong. Bennett skilfully weaves a narrative that goes beyond the simple question of 'whodunit', instead inviting us to grapple with the ethical implications of actions taken in the name of protection. As the story unfolds, we are confronted with the limitations of conventional justice and the complexities of human nature. With its nuanced exploration of moral ambiguity, "Murder!" remains as relevant and engaging today as it was upon its publication in 1927, offering a reading experience that lingers long after the final page is turned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • The Adventure of the Three Students by Arthur Conan Doyle

    The Adventure of the Three Students by Arthur Conan Doyle
    Oct 5 2024
    In a quiet university town, Sherlock Holmes confronts a crime that threatens to destroy more than just academic reputations. As he investigates the theft of crucial examination papers, Holmes uncovers a web of ambition, desperation, and long-buried secrets. With each clue—a scrap of clay, a peculiar pencil, a torn leather surface—the great detective inches closer to a truth that will challenge his notions of justice and redemption. In "The Adventure of the Three Students," Holmes must solve not just a crime, but a moral conundrum that strikes at the heart of privilege, integrity, and the price of success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 20 mins

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