January 2022 – Page 6 – Retro Radio Podcast

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

American History Through the Eyes of Radio ep24 1750 Cavalcade Of America – House Of Glass

By Keith January 6, 2022American History Through the Eyes of Radio, Cavalcade of America, Documentary and Interview, Drama

The Cavalcade orchestra presents, Only Rose. Henry William Segal, a scientist from the Revolutionary War days, born in Germany in 1729, he came to settle in Pennsylvania at age 29.…

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy the Author. ep309, 490105

By Keith January 5, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

As the family relax at home, Leroy is enjoying a moment with his favorite detective, Dick Tracey. Marjorie relaxes with her favorite movie magazine. Gildersleeve is a little less relaxed…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Ex Serviceman Mr Duncan. 461010

By Keith January 5, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum takes Abner on a tour of the construction site of the new house. The project has Lum determined to begin a new career as a contractor to build dream…

American History Through the Eyes of Radio Episode 36 Leatherstocking tales last of the Mohicans part 12. 1932

By Keith January 5, 2022American History Through the Eyes of Radio, Documentary and Interview, Drama

Safely in the Delaware camp, Hawkeye and his friends have the support of the entire tribe to scour the forest for the missing Sly Fox and Cora. They also worry…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Forgets to Order Furnace Oil. ep569, 490104

By Keith January 4, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's a chilly winter day, but Fibber forgot to order more fuel oil for their furnace. He and Molly are trying to manage to keep as warm as they can,…

American History Through the Eyes of Radio ep23 1746 Cavalcade of America – Stars of Destiny

By Keith January 4, 2022American History Through the Eyes of Radio, Documentary and Interview, Drama

A review of the life of David Rittenhouse is featured. An early astronomer in American history. The Cavalcade orchestra presents the Cole Porter tune, Night and Day. Born in 1732…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – The Hurricane. ep282, 380130

By Keith January 3, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

Jack tells Don how tired he is over the work he has been doing on his latest movie. He also complains about Fred macMurray. Why would he do that for?…

Lum and Abner – Widow Cobb Interferes. 461009

By Keith January 3, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner reviews the story thus far with grandpap, about the construction project that Lum has arranged. He had picked rivals who had once been trying to date the widow. A…

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Norman Corwin (CBS) The Plot To Overthrow Christmas. 421224

By Keith January 3, 2022Drama

In poetic form, this story begins with Nero, who is being summoned for an unholy council. A plot is being formed to overthrow the most favored of holidays. The meeting…

Jack Benny – Leaving For San Francisco Next Week. ep278, 380102

By Keith January 2, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack and Don talk about their recent Christmas holiday, and the gal that Jack went out with on New Years Eve. It seems that Phil set him up with a…