Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar: The Parakoff Policy - Feb 18, 1949 – Mystery Theater Old Time Radio Detective
28m | Sep 17, 2026🎙️ Step back into 1949 with the case that started it all! 🔎💵
Before he became "America’s fabulous freelance insurance investigator," Johnny Dollar took on his very first case in "The Parakoff Policy"—the inaugural premiere episode of Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, originally airing on February 18, 1949!
Starring Charles Russell as the original voice of Johnny Dollar, this classic Old Time Radio mystery kicks off the legendary series with atmospheric noir, high stakes, and sharp dialogue.
🕵️♂️ The Case Breakdown
- The Setup: Johnny travels to a snowy Benton, Ohio, to investigate a massive $100,000 insurance claim after a local man is accused of murdering his business partner, Parakoff.
- The Web of Danger: The moment Johnny lands, he’s plunged into a maze of trouble—a shadowy stranger hiding in his hotel room, a defense attorney alleging a prosecutorial frame-up, a captivating red-haired widow named Marsha, and small-town police corruption.
- The Bottom Line: Every flight, cab fare, and bribe is meticulously recorded in Johnny’s famous itemized expense account as he pieces together the truth.
Whether you're a lifelong OTR fan or discovering golden-age radio drama for the first time, this historic episode is a must-listen!
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