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Here's Dick Powell as Richard Diamond, private detective. Hello there, this is Diamond. Hey, what about this heat? I can think of a lot of times I've been uncomfortable, but this runs itself right up to the top of my list. About the only thing good I can say about it, get your laundry dry in a hurry. I usually wash a few things out in my office because the soap's free. Come to think of it, I was scrubbing a pile of things the day we had that big wind. 97 degrees in New York…

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Synopsis

In The Man Who Hated Women, Richard Diamond, the witty private detective, is drawn into a harrowing case when a serial killer begins targeting women in New York City. The pressure mounts on the police force, particularly on Lt. Levinson, who is facing scrutiny from the commissioner and the public. Diamond, known for his sharp instincts and charm, is called in to assist with the investigation, setting the stage for a tense and gripping narrative.

Host

Ed King

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Ed Begley

S

Sidney Miller

Virginia Gregg

William Conrad

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Credits

  • Audio from Internet Archive (OTRR_Richard_Diamond_Private_Detective_Singles). Curated by OTRR. Goldie does not claim ownership of this broadcast.
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Richard Diamond 49-07-16 (013) The Man Who Hated Women.mp3

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 13

The Man Who Hated Women

Saturday, July 16, 1949 · 29:13

Richard Diamond, Private Detective, Episode 13

The Man Who Hated Women

Saturday, July 16, 1949 · 29:13

Summary

Richard Diamond investigates a serial killer targeting women, putting pressure on Lt. Levinson and the police force. Tensions rise as Diamond navigates the dangerous streets of New York to uncover the truth.

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