The Devil and Mr. O

Three Thousand Dollars

English

The Devil and Mr. O is a radio mystery series hosted by narrator and writer John J. McCarthy, who introduces stories of crime, suspense, and the uncanny. Its episodes draw listeners into unsettling situations where ordinary lives meet danger, deception, or the unexplained.

The program uses dramatic radio storytelling, with performers, dialogue, and sound effects bringing each tale to life. McCarthy’s introductions frame the stories and guide the listener into their shifting moods, from investigative suspense to eerie encounters.

With its measured narration and atmospheric sound, the series offers a classic anthology experience: each story creates its own world of tension and mystery, inviting close listening as events unfold.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.