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Police · 1952–1952

The Black Museum

50 episodes

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The Black Museum is a police radio series (1952–1952).

Episodes

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Ep 32

Aug 5, 1952 · The Pink Powder Puff

In this episode of The Black Museum, Orson Welles introduces us to a faded pink powder puff that holds a sinister secret. Once a beauty accessory, it is now a key piece of evidence in the brutal murders of two women. The narrative unfolds around Richard William Heisen, a man whos…

29:41
  • Ominous
  • Murder
  • Psychological
  • Crime
  • Mystery
  • Thriller
  • Drama
  • Ep 33

    Aug 12, 1952 · The Post Card

    In The Post Card, Alfie Vine brings his mother to see his new home, only to find his fiancée, Alice, brutally murdered. The police investigation reveals a complicated web of relationships and secrets, as Inspector Wood and Sergeant Cross delve into the lives of the people connect…

    26:17
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 34

    Aug 19, 1952 · A Prescription

    In this episode of The Black Museum, Orson Welles narrates the chilling tale of a nurse, May Smith, who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation following the suspicious death of her patient, June Dawson. The story unfolds as John Begley, June's cousin, seeks to ensure his fam…

    27:39
  • Ep 35

    Aug 26, 1952 · The Raincoat

    In The Raincoat, a grim tale unfolds within the walls of Scotland Yard's Black Museum, where a raincoat linked to a murder case becomes the centerpiece of a gripping narrative. The story follows John Agard, an insurance salesman, who finds himself embroiled in a tragic incident w…

    29:02
  • Ep 36

    Sep 2, 1952 · The Sash Cord

    In The Sash Cord, a seemingly ordinary piece of sash cord becomes the centerpiece of a murder investigation when a stagehand is found dead outside a theater. The police quickly focus on the theater's stage manager, David Ellis, after discovering a pistol linked to the crime. As t…

    25:07
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 37

    Sep 9, 1952 · A Service Card

    In A Service Card, Orson Welles narrates the harrowing tale of George Dalton, whose life spirals into chaos after the brutal murder of his parents. The investigation reveals that George, a troubled young man with a history of issues, was the last person seen with them. A service…

    25:51
    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 38

    Sep 16, 1952 · The Sheath Knife

    In The Sheath Knife, Orson Welles narrates a chilling tale of murder and betrayal. Fred Winters is murdered one cold night as he returns home with his wife, Evelyn. Inspector Bell is called to piece together the events leading up to the crime, uncovering a web of deceit involving…

    29:27
  • Ep 39

    Sep 23, 1952 · The Shopping Bag

    In this episode of The Black Museum, Orson Welles recounts the grim story of Stanley Haynes, a murderer who used a faded green shopping bag to suffocate his victims. The bag, once an ordinary object, becomes a symbol of horror as it is linked to the deaths of five individuals, in…

    27:13
    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Noir
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 40

    Sep 30, 1952 · A Shilling

    In A Shilling, Orson Welles introduces a gripping tale centered around a murder that unfolds in a London nightclub. The narrative revolves around two brothers, Joey and Davy Bart, whose strained relationship culminates in violence when Joey is released from prison and confronts D…

    25:17
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Crime
    • Noir
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 41

    Oct 7, 1952 · The Silencer

    In The Silencer, Orson Welles introduces a chilling tale of murder that unfolds in a quiet suburban neighborhood. Herbert Martin, a man with no known enemies, is shot dead in his home while pulling down a window blind, and his wife, Josie, hears no gunshot. As Inspector Foster de…

    28:01
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Psychological
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 42

    Oct 14, 1952 · The White Boxes ( Small White Boxes)

    In The White Boxes, Orson Welles narrates a chilling tale from Scotland Yard's Black Museum, where everyday objects are linked to murder. The focus is on small white boxes that, while appearing innocuous, contained arsenic. The narrative delves into the trial of Madeline Smith, w…

    26:22
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
  • Ep 43

    Oct 21, 1952 · The Sheet ( Spotted Bedsheet)

    In The Sheet, Orson Welles introduces a chilling tale centered around a bed sheet marked with the SS Bengal Tower insignia. The story follows the murder of Natalie Parsons, a young actress traveling home, whose life is cut short under mysterious circumstances. As the investigatio…

    23:46
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Crime
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 44

    Nov 11, 1952 · The Straight Razor

    In The Straight Razor, a seemingly ordinary object becomes a key piece of evidence in a series of grim murders. The episode follows the investigation into Larry Wilson, a barber with a troubling history, as detectives uncover the deaths of his three wives, each shrouded in myster…

    29:06
  • Ep 45

    Nov 18, 1952 · The Shoe ( Tan Shoe)

    In this episode of The Black Museum, Orson Welles introduces a tan shoe that holds the key to a chilling murder mystery. The shoe belonged to Wallace Bennett, a meek paymaster who was murdered while traveling with a large sum of money. As Scotland Yard investigates, they uncover…

    24:34
    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
  • Ep 46

    Nov 25, 1952 · The Telegram

    In The Telegram, Orson Welles narrates a haunting tale from the Black Museum, where everyday objects reveal dark secrets of murder. A young woman, responding to an urgent telegram, is picked up by a chauffeur who has sinister intentions. As she travels to her new job, the atmosph…

    25:35
    • Ominous
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Mystery
    • Thriller
    • Drama
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    FAQ

    Can I stream The Black Museum free on Goldie?
    Yes. The Black Museum episodes are free to stream on goldie.fm. Create a free account for unlimited listening; anonymous visitors get a daily sample stream.
    How many The Black Museum episodes are on Goldie?
    Goldie has 50 playable The Black Museum episodes available to stream, with show art and metadata (and transcripts where available). That count is surviving recordings in the catalog, not every historical broadcast.
    When did The Black Museum originally air?
    The Black Museum originally aired 1952–1952. Stream free episodes on Goldie.
    Does Goldie include transcripts for The Black Museum?
    Where timed text exists, Goldie shows a searchable transcript alongside the player so you can find dialogue, plot points, and sponsor mentions.