The Great Detectives of Old Time Radio

Danger with Granger: “Lady Alibi” (EP4856)

Host: Adam Graham
Original Air Date: December 1, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode presents another installment in the “Danger with Granger” radio detective series, featuring private detective Steve Granger as he delves into a web of alibis, perjury, and murder. The case— “Lady Alibi”— centers on Evie Hunt, a model with a past full of questionable testimony, who seeks Granger's protection when a scheme to provide a false alibi spirals into violence and blackmail.

Key Storyline & Discussion Points

1. Evie Hunt’s Desperate Plea

[05:23]

• As Granger is on the way to his apartment, Evie Hunt, a visibly shaken model, approaches him for help.
• She fears for her life, being coerced to provide a false alibi for a robbery-turned-shooting.
• Notable Moment: “Granger, I’ve got to talk to you.” (Evie Hunt, 05:23)

2. A History of Perjury

[06:17 – 08:39]

• Evie confesses her involvement in past cases of perjury to benefit friends or for money, now leveraged against her by criminals.
• She details her recruitment by a ‘fixer’ named Alvin Julius, who coaches and pays for fake alibis.

3. Personal Stakes and Coercion

[09:01]

• The attempted murder victim, a night watchman, is revealed as Evie’s ex-father-in-law.
• Evie resists the criminals’ demands but is threatened with exposure and violence.
• Notable Quote: “I’ll alibi you, Cole. I’ll alibi you right into the pen. I’ll see you both in jail before I get through.” (Evie Hunt, 09:05)

4. Granger’s Reluctance and Tough Love

[10:50 – 12:04]

• Granger refuses to instantly help, citing the seriousness of perjury and his unwillingness to abet it.
• Despite showing compassion, he insists Evie leave, threatening to call the police.

5. Evie Begs for Time & Granger’s Dilemma

[11:17 – 13:01]

• As Evie panics about men waiting outside planning to harm her, she bargains with Granger for 24 hours’ safety in exchange for a full confession to the police.

6. Under Surveillance and a Narrow Escape

[13:02 – 14:20]

• Granger spots the suspicious men outside and orchestrates Evie’s escape via a back exit.
• He directs her to a safe hotel under an alias, demonstrating both his streetwise instincts and begrudging willingness to help.

7. Investigation Unfolds: Allies and Attacks

[15:43 – 17:08]

• Granger recruits reporter Cal Hendricks to investigate Julius, the fixer; Cal is assaulted and his gun stolen, likely by Cole Martell.
• Stakes are raised: Cal’s near-death, and later, the murder of the street photographer (Bamford) who faked the alibi photo.

8. Critical Clues and Pursuit

[18:31 – 23:23]

• Granger checks on witnesses, discovers inconsistencies in their testimonies, and learns the detective’s gun was used in a murder.
• He tracks Evie and sees her leave with Cole, then discovers the witness, Harry Garnet, visiting Evie’s apartment.

9. Showdown and Resolution

[24:00 – 25:45]

• Granger and Cal listen in at Julius’ apartment: Julius plans to eliminate both liabilities—Cole and Evie.
• They storm in, stop a murder, and force confessions from Julius and Garnet.
• Key Moment: Granger realizes Evie orchestrated the setup to expose Julius and Garnet, risking her own freedom for justice.

10. Aftermath and Reflection

[26:24 – 27:29]

• Cal asks why Evie came to Granger. Granger explains her motivations for helping herself while ultimately tipping off authorities about the real criminals.
• Cal cynically laments: “Are there any more nice girls around?” (Cal Hendricks, 27:29)
• Granger, hinting at romance, calls “a nice girl” as the radio drama closes.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Evie Hunt: “It isn’t the first time I’ve perjured myself.” [06:44]
• Steve Granger: “That’s the dirtiest of all the rackets. Alibiing guilty people out of the penitentiary.” [07:30]
• Evie Hunt rebelling: “You dirty dog. …I’ll see you both in jail before I get through.” [09:01]
• Granger’s ethical line: “If I tried to assist you, I’d be aiding and abetting perjury.” [10:43]
• Granger to Evie: “I’m giving you a break right now by not calling the cops and telling them the story. I’m gonna give you another one.” [10:52]
• Evie’s desperation: “They’ll beat me up again. They’ll force me to go on to that witness cell and tell more lies.” [11:43]
• Cal’s wit: “My head’s got more lumps on it than a pineapple.” (17:34)
• Final twist (Granger): “The real leader was Evie Hunt… But she’d have to take the rap for perjury. What’s a little perjury compared to life or the chair?” [26:38]

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [03:11] — Robbery and shooting: Initial crime that sets the plot in motion
• [05:23] — Evie approaches Granger for help
• [06:17] — Evie’s past with perjury revealed
• [09:01] — Evie discovers deeper personal stakes (victim is her ex-father-in-law)
• [10:50] — Granger refuses to help, threatens to report Evie
• [13:02] — Granger orchestrates Evie’s escape from pursuers
• [15:43] — Cal Hendricks investigates the fixer Julius
• [17:08] — Cal is assaulted; escalation
• [22:00] — Granger finds the murdered sidewalk photographer
• [24:00] — Eavesdropping on Julius and final confrontation
• [26:38] — Post-case analysis and character motivations

Host’s Commentary (Adam Graham)

[28:15]

• Observes that Granger is a particularly unsympathetic ear for Evie’s plight.
• Critiques Evie’s repeat self-incrimination: “A really good fixer stays more in the background.”
• Notes a recurring theme in the series: criminals making the mistake of involving detectives in their cover-ups.
• Listener feedback is read, commending the American accents and pointing out recurring narrative patterns in “Danger with Granger.”

Summary

This “Danger with Granger” episode delivers a classic hardboiled mystery with twists, double-crosses, and flawed characters. Evie Hunt’s entanglement in a racket of perjury and false alibis places her in mortal danger, while Granger juggles ethics and street smarts to navigate a path between justice and self-preservation. The episode highlights the darker side of providing cover for criminals, with a sharp-eyed look at the consequences of even ‘small’ lies. Granger’s uncompromising stance and the rapid escalation of violence keep the narrative gripping and true to its vintage detective roots.