November 2022 – Page 4 – 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.

Good News Of 1938 – A Christmas Carol, Lionel Barrymore. 381215 (retro552)

By Keith November 13, 2022Comedy

Featuring host, Robert Young, the music of Meredeth Willson, the comedy of Baby Snookx, and Frank Morgon. After arriving late, and blamuing it on an incident with a horse, and…

In Review (MBS) 1937 In Review. 380102

By Keith November 12, 2022Documentary and Interview

The year started with FDR being sworn in again. Disaster strikes when rivers overflow their banks near Memphis, Tennessee. Sit down strikers make an Impact on Detroit, resolved by peaceful…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Dragnet – The Big Slug. ep288, 550222

By Keith November 12, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

Joe Friday and partner, Frank Smith are just finishing up with a case, and talk about Frank's home life. He is having woman troubles after forgetting Valentine's Day. Friday isn't…

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 – Elect Officers of Company. 470807

By Keith November 11, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

With a new marketing campaign, the gents now offer their formula as something to kill potato bugs. Will they be able to write their own ticket, with a monopoly on…

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Cinnamon Bear (SYN) North Pole. ep26, 371224

By Keith November 11, 2022Cinnamon Bear, Juvenile

Just as Santa has taken off for his Christmas ride, the Crazy Quilt Dragon, once again has the Silver Star and is on the run. What would make him do…

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 – Fifty Thousand Dollar Diamond Heist. ep29, 49112

By Keith November 10, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

What has the hardboiled detective shaken up? Before he can head out to seek comfort with his best gal, Helen, a customer demands Richard's attention. A package of important papers…

Hal Kemp, and His Orchestra – Music From Hollywood – Featuring Alice Faye. 371224

By Keith November 10, 2022Music

Playlist: Rocking the Town. (Instrumental)Alice Faye sings, Who Stole the Jam. If There Ever Was One. In Old Chicago. MedleyChampaigne Cocktails. (Instrumental)Bob Allen sings, I Still Love to Kiss You…

Lum and Abner – Formula Kills Potato Bugs. 470806

By Keith November 9, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The merits, and lack of them in the formula are discussed. It dyes clothes purple, but is more expensive than plain old dye. The gents review their back and forth…

Lights Out (NBC) Uninhabited Christmas Story 1918. 371222

By Keith November 9, 2022Lights Out, Suspense and Horror

A tale about a Christmas from the last war. That means World War 1. A train comes to a halt at a railroad station in France. Both Austrailian and French…

Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Needs Glasses. ep202, 390425

By Keith November 8, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

In a perky little scene on Wistful Vista, Molly darns socks as Fibber is up to his usual pranks. Might Fibber be in line for getting new glasses? Fibber phones…