Avarice (1942) – The Whistler: Old Time Radio Mystery

Avarice (11-29-42)John and Marsha have what looks like a respectable marriage—comfortable home, polite smiles, and not a trace of affection between them. She has money. He has debts. And when John’s $4000 problem becomes too big to ignore, temptation takes a deadly turn. After all, Marsha’s fortune could solve everything… if only she weren’t around to spend it.In this darkly ironic tale from The Whistler, greed becomes the secret ingredient in a sinister plan involving arsenic‑laced ice cream and a scheme that seems foolproof. But in the world of old‑time radio suspense, even the most carefully measured recipe can curdle. As motives collide and loyalties shift, John discovers that avarice has a flavor all its own—and the final twist is one he never saw coming.A perfect listen for fans of classic radio crime, noir‑style morality tales, and the deliciously wicked surprises that define The Whistler.Presented by the WOTR Radio Network — home of four 24/7 Old Time Radio stations: Old Time Radio USA, Suspense Radio USA, Crime Time Radio USA, and Nightmare Radio USA. Explore more classic radio storytelling on our companion podcast Classic Radio Rewind.