October 2022 – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

Blair of the Mounties – The Return Of Inspector Blair. ep26, 380725

By Keith October 6, 2022Blair of the Mounties, Detective and Mystery

Marshall Blair has just been promoted to Inspector, so let's join him in his office as he tells about his first case. A murder on a train has him puzzled.…

"Vintage radio with a wooden exterior and large speaker grille sits on a table. Its black dials and knobs are visible, and the illuminated green signal indicates that it is powered on."

The Whistler – Treasure Hunt. ep191, 460121

By Keith October 6, 2022Suspense and Horror, Whistler

Robert Bolton was an egotist who felt the world owed him a living. He lived a charmed life, taking anything he could to gain from it, and dodging the pitfalls.…

Lum and Abner – Lum Has Mysterious Box. 470710

By Keith October 5, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Still woerried over the box, and wanting to keep curiosity seekers away, Lum has hidden the box. Still, Abner lets Cedric see it. Abner shares the latest about having no…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Richard Diamond – Lady In Distress. ep84, 510223

By Keith October 5, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

On the outs with his best gal Hellen, and in need of cash after losing money on the horses, Richard needs a client. The hot, weeping woman who enters his…

A scary face costume, standing against a plain background. The costume consists of a hood with a grotesque, exaggerated face, with sharp teeth and sunken eyes. The man is wearing a black hooded robe and holding his hands up in a menacing gesture. The overall effect is creepy and unsettling.

Quiet Please – Light The Lamp For Me. ep67, 480926

By Keith October 4, 2022Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

The setting is the old pueblo mission of San fernando. A modern visitor takes in the sights. The grafiti on the wall, the signs of years of wine making in…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Dating Advice. 451004

By Keith October 4, 2022Burns and Allen, Comedy

In the Burns home, the theme of the day can be summed up in two words, "woman trouble". George has trouble with Gracie wrecking his car, Meredeth Willson needs advice…

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 – Lum and Abner Attempt to Open Box. 470709

By Keith October 3, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner is impatient about knowing what's in the box. Shouldn't they contact the Hampstead heirs to be present? That's what the note on the outside of the box specifies. Dreaming…

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

Jack Benny – Preparing For The New Season. 381002

By Keith October 2, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

In a preshow segment, the cast all get ready for the season opener. Both Phil and Kenny are seen off by their mothers. Mary gets a phone reminder from her…

"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Command Performance – Don Ameche, King Cole Trio, Betty Hutton. ep87, 431002

By Keith October 2, 2022Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Don Ameche. He takes a quick dip into the mailbag, then introduces the King Cole Trio who sing, Solid Potato Salad. Jack Douglas, comedian and singer takes over…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Black Halo. ep16, 490115

By Keith October 1, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Marlowe is out to locate a girl, but before he can, he finds death and the devil. Mr Drum is looking for his missing sister, and hires Philip to find…