Free Daily Podcast Summary
HOT COPY RADIO THEATER: Daily Summaries Delivered
by HOT COPY RADIO THEATER
We re-create lost episodes of the 1940s radio show, "HOT COPY" -- all adapted from the original scripts!
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- 4 days ago10 min
THIRD GLANCE
We celebrate 4 years of episodes, by responding to various questions and comments from you, our listeners.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware, … as Ann Rogers.Samantha Thompson … as Spritely Poole.Jerry Kokich, … as Police Lt. Mike Flannigan.The following voices were also heard on this special presentation:Glenn Hascall.Rebecca Olivia Hodges.Kathleen Li. Pete Lutz.Scott R. McKinley. Patte Rosebank. Erin Suminsby.And, yours truly, … Logan Smith … as your Announcer. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA:BlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago41 min
DEATH STUDIES THE ANGLES
Newspaperwomen Anne Rogers and Spritely Poole investigate the murder of the Anti-Corruption candidate for Mayor.Adapted from the script of an episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, February 27, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware, … as Ann Rogers.Samantha Thompson … as Spritely Poole.Jerry Kokich, … as Pete McNulty, and also, Cab Driver # 2. Dan Ware … as Nicky Delyannos.Pete Lutz … as Walter Barnaby. Lisa Michaud ... as Countess Sophia Velitza.Glenn Hascall ... as the Party Chairman. Logan Smith … as Cab Driver # 2, and also, your Announcer. The voice of Kit Caren was also heard on this episode. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA:BlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jun 10, 202640 min
SMOOTH AS SILK
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers and her assistant Spritely Poole, with help from Police Lt. Flannigan, discover a gang of racketeers illegally selling nylon stockings, using thread intended for wartime parachutes.Adapted from the script of an episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, August 6th, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware, … as Ann Rogers.Samantha Thompson … as Spritely Poole.Jerry Kokich, … as Lt. Mike Flannigan.Dan Ware … as Henry Willows.Chrisi Talyn Saje ... as Dorothy Vanderemere.Pete Lutz … as Pete Watson. Scott R. McKinley ... as the Truck Driver. Logan Smith … your Announcer. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA:BlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- May 10, 202640 min
DEATH SCORES A KNOCK-OUT
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers and Police Inspector Collins attend a championship boxing match, which suddenly transforms into a murder mystery.Adapted from the script of a lost episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, February 13th, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware, … Ann Rogers.Christian Neuhaus, ... Inspector Collins. Jerry Kokich, … as Joe Mulvaney.Dan Ware, … as Danny A.K.A. “Killer” O’Dwyer.Glenn Hascall, … as Joe Franzetti.Samantha Thompson, … as Dorothy Riley.Gary Miceli, … as Butcherboy Todd.Erin Suminsby, … as Kathleen Mulvaney.Paul Arbisi, … as Mr. Foley, the Radio Engineer.Scott R. McKinley, … as Speed Riley. Pete Lutz, … as the Ringside Radio Announcer.The following voices were also heard on this episode:Kenny Hertling.Chrisi Talyn Saje.David Robbins.John R. Worsley. And …Logan Smith, … as Your Announcer. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comBlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Apr 10, 202644 min
THE ALLOTMENT SWINDLE
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers investigates a fraud scheme in which a woman tricks naive soldiers into a quick marriage, so she can get a monthly payment from the government, during their wartime service. Adapted from the script of a lost episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, November 12th, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware, … Ann Rogers.Jerry Kokich, … Lt. Mike Flannigan.Christian Neuhaus ... Inspector Collins. Erin Suminsby … Amy Lincoln.Patte Rosebank … Jane Fischer.Samantha Thompson … Spritely Poole.Dan Ware … Bobby McDonald.Pete Lutz … Lucky Bill. Logan Smith … your Announcer. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comBlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Mar 10, 202646 min
THE CASE OF THE LUCKY PEARL
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers and detective Jeff Warren investigate the mysterious murder of a jewel expert.Adapted from the script of a lost episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, August 27th, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware … Ann Rogers.Patrick Brancato … Jeff Warren.Christian Neuhaus … Jacques Lenoir.Jerry Kokich … Edward Pickett, and also, Editor Graham.Dan Ware … Douglas BaylorSamantha Thompson … Margaret Black.Glenn Hascall … Train Conductor .The following voices were also heard on this episode: David RobbinsScott R. McKinleyMartin WhiskinChrisi Talyn Saje Logan Smith … Train Passenger, … and also your Announcer. Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comBlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Feb 10, 202644 min
DEATH ... AND TAXES
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers and private detective Jeff Warren track down a pair of crooks selling counterfeit wartime automobile tax stamps.Adapted from the script of a lost episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, September 3rd, 1944.OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware … Ann Rogers.Patrick Brancato, … Jeff Warren.Jerry Kokich … Benny DiMarco, and also, Manager, Machinery factory..Tom O’Connor ... Weasel.Miss Kit Caren … the Chemistry Professor.Scott R. McKinley … Daniel Coulter, and also, President, Acme Ink Company.Dan Ware ... John McKay, Owner of McKay Paper Company.Logan Smith ... your Announcer.Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comBlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jan 10, 202639 min
MURDER BY MOONLIGHT
Newspaperwoman Anne Rogers and private investigator Jeff Warren are unexpectedly tangled in solving the mysterious deaths of a young man's fiancée and her father..Adapted from the script of a lost episode of the radio drama “Hot Copy”.Originally broadcast on Sunday, September 17th, 1944..OUR CAST:Rhonda Sigler-Ware … Ann Rogers.Patrick Brancato, … Jeff Warren.Jerry Kokich … Gerald Gardner.Dan Ware ... Tom CreightonDavid Robbins … Peter Trace. Pete Lutz, … Bruce Albright.Paul Arbisi … as Sgt. Tim Roberts. Logan Smith ... your Announcer.Jim Goodluck ... Producer / Director / Audio Editor.SOUND EFFECTS CREDITS:All sound effects are from Freesound.org, Inspector J, or the Public Domain.CONTACT US!If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email:hotcopyradiotheater@gmail.comBlueSky:@hotcopyradio.bsky.socialFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/HotCopyRadioTheater Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get HOT COPY RADIO THEATER summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
CBS Radio Mystery Theater | Old Time Radio
A classic radio drama series featuring mystery, suspense, and thriller stories from the golden age of radio.
CBS Radio Mystery Theater - All Episodes From 1975
A revival of classic radio drama featuring mysteries, thrillers, and horror stories introduced by host E.G. Marshall.
The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio| Daily Mystery Dramas
Daily episodes feature classic radio detective dramas from the 1940s and 1950s, including Johnny Dollar, Dragnet, and Charlie Chan.
Choice Classic Radio Detectives | Old Time Radio
Classic radio dramas featuring detectives like Johnny Dollar, Dragnet, Sherlock Holmes, and The Shadow from the Golden Age of Radio.
How i Died
A forensic pathologist who can talk to the dead investigates mysterious murders in a strange town while hiding his own secrets.
The Horror! (Old Time Radio)
RelicRadio.com
Radio Rental
True crime and paranormal stories are told through the fictional setting of an 80s video rental shop.
CBS Radio Mystery Theater
Radio dramas blending mystery, horror, and suspense, hosted by E. G. Marshall, in the style of classic 1940s and 1950s broadcasts.
CBS Radio Mystery Theater (Restoration)
Hour-long radio dramas featuring mysteries, thrillers, and supernatural tales originally broadcast on CBS from 1974 to 1982.
Cold Case Files
A deep dive into long-unsolved murders, exploring how persistent detective work and forensic advances crack cases decades old.
Table Read
Hollywood actors perform acclaimed screenplays with cinematic sound design and immersive audio.
Crime Junkie
A weekly true crime podcast that explores infamous and lesser-known cases, from cold cases to missing persons, hosted by Ashley Flowers.
About HOT COPY RADIO THEATER
We re-create lost episodes of the 1940s radio show, "HOT COPY" -- all adapted from the original scripts!
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from HOT COPY RADIO THEATER in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's HOT COPY RADIO THEATER daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of HOT COPY RADIO THEATER as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the HOT COPY RADIO THEATER podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official HOT COPY RADIO THEATER product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by HOT COPY RADIO THEATER.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts. Upgrade to Pro for 15, or Premium for 50. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does HOT COPY RADIO THEATER release new episodes?
HOT COPY RADIO THEATER publishes monthly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does HOT COPY RADIO THEATER cover?
HOT COPY RADIO THEATER covers topics including Fiction, Arts, Drama, Performing Arts. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting HOT COPY RADIO THEATER summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.