November 2022 – Page 3 – Retro Radio Podcast

A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Bergen and McCarthy (Chase and Sanborn Hour NBCR) Christmas with Geraldine Fitzgerald. 391217

By Keith November 20, 2022Bergen and McCarthy

Don Ameche and Charlie McCarthy introduces the show. Donald Nixon sings, One Girl That I Love. He follows it with, O That it Were So. Charlie tells Don about his…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – From Mitchell Field. 450128

By Keith November 20, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

In front of a military audience, Don teases Jack about his leadership ability,and a matter of slang. The jokes continue to reflect the culture of the Air Force training base.…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Telephone Book Murder Case. 500126

By Keith November 19, 2022Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

A wealthy bachelor gets ready for a party when tragedy strikes. He is gunnned down, and the case is brought to Mr Keen by the dead mans butler. Mr Keen…

Jack Benny (MBC) Goodbye 1938, Hello 1939. ep317, 390101

By Keith November 18, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

Don greets Jack, with a big build up to start a new show in a new year. The gang review their new years celebrations. Jack and Mary were at Phil's…

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 – Two Hundred Barrels of Formula. 470813

By Keith November 18, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner1 Comment

While Lum has been doing paperwork at his desk, Abner is frustrated at being overworked. Demands for the new formula is at a fever pitch. Lum has been calculating what…

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 – The Eddie Garrett Case. ep19, 490827

By Keith November 17, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

A picture of Summertime fun on the streets is recounted by Richard, kids playing with a fire hydrant to keep cool. Fun can be carried too far, and cross the…

The Shadow (MBS) Man Who Murdered Time. ep153, 390101

By Keith November 17, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Lamonte Cranston celebrates the New Year, and a new hope for everyone. Things aren't so happy though when a death threat from a man claiming to have a time machine…

Jack Benny (NBC) Christmas At Jacks. 381225

By Keith November 16, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Mary sings as she helps Jack decorate his house for the big Christmas party. Jack trims the tree, and talks about the famous guests he invited. Also about Barbara, the…

Lum and Abner – Six Thousand Gallons of Formula. 470812

By Keith November 16, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The Bowl Weevils have been particularly bad this year, and the gents gear up for high production of their formula. Lum takes orders over the phone, as Abner cooks up…

Lum and Abner (CBS) Christmas Story. 381223

By Keith November 15, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The scene opens with three old gents looking for a farm that lays East of town. With a little help from a star they get their bearings. Doc Miller has…