Danger with Grainger was one of several series produced by Radio syndicator Harry S. Goodman in the mid-1950s. The episodes were recorded for Australia for syndication, particularly for the US market, where union contracts with the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists couldn't keep radio drama profitable for networks in an era where radio advertising dollars were losing ground to television.<br /><br />Goodman's series tried to sound as American as possible by featuring as many US expats living in Australia living in Australia as possible. The case was led by Tennessee-born actor Harp McGuire, who played New York private detective Steve Grainger.<br /><br />The series is also titled on many Internet sites as Danger with Granger. The confusion of spelling of the protagonist's name dates to its original airing, as newspapers from different cities would spell the last name differently.<br /><br />This is part of the<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-detectives-of-old-time-radio-daily-mystery-dramas--4607052" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Great Detectives of Old Time Radio</a> podcast and is hosted by Adam Graham who serves as your guide through the series.
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Danger with Grainger was one of several series produced by Radio syndicator Harry S. Goodman in the mid-1950s. The episodes were recorded for Australia for syndication, particularly for the US market, where union contracts with the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists couldn't keep radio drama profitable for networks in an era where radio advertising dollars were losing ground to television.<br /><br />Goodman's series tried to sound as American as possible by featuring as many US expats living in Australia living in Australia as possible. The case was led by Tennessee-born actor Harp McGuire, who played New York private detective Steve Grainger.<br /><br />The series is also titled on many Internet sites as Danger with Granger. The confusion of spelling of the protagonist's name dates to its original airing, as newspapers from different cities would spell the last name differently.<br /><br />This is part of the<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-great-detectives-of-old-time-radio-daily-mystery-dramas--4607052" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Great Detectives of Old Time Radio</a> podcast and is hosted by Adam Graham who serves as your guide through the series.
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March 2, 2026
Danger with Grainger: The Larry Simmons Case
Today's Mystery: A slimy character tries to hire Grainger as a go-between for him in a blackmail deal. Grainger kicks him out but it's not that simple<br /><br />Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1956 or 1957<br /><br />Originating from Australia<br /><br />Starred: Harp McGuire as Steve Grainger<br /><br />Support the show monthly at <a href="http://patreon.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">patreon.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Patreon Supporter of the Day: Deby, patreon supporter since September 2015.<br /><br />Support the show on a one-time basis at <a href="http://support.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://support.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715<br /><br />Take the listener survey…<a href="http://survey.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://survey.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Give us a call 208-991-4783<br /><br />Become one of our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/radiodetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">friends on Facebook.</a><br /><br />Follow us on Instagram at <a href="http://instagram.com/greatdetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://instagram.com/greatdetectives</a><br /><br />Follow us on Twitter<a href="http://www.twitter.com/radiodetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@radiodetectives</a>
February 23, 2026
Danger with Grainger: Shelia Randolph is Sane
Today's Mystery: Grainger is hired to provide security for a wealthy's man's suicidal wife but begins to suspect there's more to the situation.<br /><br />Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1956 or 1957<br /><br />Originating from AustraliaStarring: Harp McGuire as Steve Grainger<br /><br />Support the show monthly at <a href="http://patreon.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">patreon.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Patreon Supporter of the Day: Eric, Patreon supporter since November 2025<br /><br />Support the show on a one-time basis at <a href="http://support.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://support.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715<br /><br />Take the listener survey at <a href="http://survey.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://survey.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Give us a call at 208-991-4783<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram at <a href="http://instagram.com/greatdetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://instagram.com/greatdetectives</a><br /><br />Follow us on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/radiodetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@radiodetectives</a>
February 16, 2026
Danger with Grainger: Paula Crane is Threatened
Today's Mystery: A friend of Grainger's invites him to a weekend with her family on the lake as she claims there have been threats to her life.<br /><br />Original Radio Broadcast Date: 1956 or 1957<br /><br />Originating from Australia<br /><br />Starring: Harp McGuire as Steve Grainger<br /><br />Support the show monthly at <a href="http://patreon.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">patreon.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Patreon Supporter of the Day: Kelli, patreon supporter since February 2020.<br /><br />Support the show on a one-time basis at <a href="http://support.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://support.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715<br /><br />Take the listener survey at <a href="http://survey.greatdetectives.net/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://survey.greatdetectives.net</a><br /><br />Give us a call at 208-991-4783<br /><br />Follow us on Instagram at <a href="http://instagram.com/greatdetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://instagram.com/greatdetectives</a><br /><br />Follow us on Twitter <a href="http://www.twitter.com/radiodetectives" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@radiodetectives</a>
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