Blackstone, the Magic Detective | Classic Radio Mysteries

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Discover mysteries and stage illusions with Blackstone, the Magic Detective, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays Blackstone in the radio mystery series associated with magician Harry Blackstone. Stories combine crime-solving with explanations of magic tricks and theatrical illusions. The programme’s radio run is documented in 1948–1950.   This collection contains 83 archive recordings, including dated files and existing undated versions. Titles cut short or corrupted in source labels have been restored where a dated programme log supports the correction. Descriptions identify source dates and leave unknown dates unconfirmed.   Choose a mystery, follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective, and explore more classic detective radio in Heritage Radio Vault.

  1. 3d ago

    Deathless Shot | Blackstone, the Magic Detective - Stolen Necklace Mystery

    A stolen necklace. One recovered gemstone. A curio dealer whose explanation leaves Blackstone with more questions. Deathless Shot brings a missing-jewellery case to Blackstone, the Magic Detective. A woman asks him to recover a distinctive necklace of rubies and pearls, after the insurance company traces one of its stones to a dealer’s shop. Ed Jerome portrays the magician whose knowledge of illusion gives him a different way of looking at evidence. An unusual pair of old guns frames the story, while a seemingly slender clue draws him into the investigation. Listen for the series’ combination of detective storytelling, theatrical misdirection and a magic explanation after the case. This compact old time radio mystery is a stand-alone listen for fans of clever clues and stage illusion. Episode: Deathless Shot Series: Blackstone, the Magic Detective Performer: Ed Jerome as Blackstone Archive version: Previously listed as undated; exact original broadcast date unconfirmed Presented by Heritage Radio Vault. Follow Blackstone for more classic radio mysteries where appearances can deceive. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  2. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Aztec Fire God (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Aztec Fire God   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  3. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Coins of Cleopatra (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Coins of Cleopatra   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  4. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Coins of Confucius (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Coins of Confucius   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  5. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Curse of the Yogi (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Curse of the Yogi   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  6. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Educated Dummy (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Educated Dummy   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  7. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Frozen Lady (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Frozen Lady   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

  8. Oct 18

    Blackstone – Hooded Rider (Undated Version) | Radio Mystery

    Hooded Rider   Listen to this preserved Blackstone, the Magic Detective recording, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays the magician-detective Blackstone in a radio series that combines mystery stories with explanations of stage illusions and magic tricks.   This source recording has no confirmed broadcast date. It is retained as an undated archive version.   Follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective and discover more classic mystery radio in Heritage Radio Vault. Heritage Radio Vault — Discover Another Mystery   Enjoying Blackstone, the Magic Detective? Follow this collection for more preserved stories of mystery, deduction and stage illusion.   Listen next   21st Precinct Continue with another collection of classic police stories.   33 Half Moon Street Explore more vintage detective drama.   A Case for Dr Morelle Discover another distinctive radio investigator.   Air Mail Mystery Explore another preserved radio mystery.   Find your next programme Explore Heritage Radio Vault for mystery, crime, adventure, comedy and drama.   Follow the shows you enjoy and share a favourite recording with another classic radio listener.

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Discover mysteries and stage illusions with Blackstone, the Magic Detective, presented by Heritage Radio Vault.   Ed Jerome portrays Blackstone in the radio mystery series associated with magician Harry Blackstone. Stories combine crime-solving with explanations of magic tricks and theatrical illusions. The programme’s radio run is documented in 1948–1950.   This collection contains 83 archive recordings, including dated files and existing undated versions. Titles cut short or corrupted in source labels have been restored where a dated programme log supports the correction. Descriptions identify source dates and leave unknown dates unconfirmed.   Choose a mystery, follow Blackstone, the Magic Detective, and explore more classic detective radio in Heritage Radio Vault.

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