The FBI in Peace and War

48-State Alarm

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The FBI in Peace and War is a crime and law-enforcement radio drama centered on cases investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Its stories draw on the contrast between ordinary life and the criminal activity that can disrupt it, following investigations as agents work to uncover facts and bring offenders to justice.

The program presents self-contained dramatic cases, using dialogue, narration, and sound effects to establish scenes and move the investigation forward. The title “48-State Alarm” identifies this installment’s story, while the series’ broader format offers listeners a succession of crime-focused situations rather than a continuing adventure built around one case.

The tone is suspenseful and procedural, with attention to evidence, pursuit, and the work of law enforcement. Its appeal lies in hearing a mystery take shape through radio performance: clues and developments emerge in the spoken exchanges and soundscape, giving the investigation a clear dramatic momentum.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.