2022 – Page 26 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Bergen and McCarthy, Red Skelton. 490925

By Keith August 13, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

It's that time of year when the new radio season begins, and all your favorites begin making appearances again. Today we find Jack and Mary being driven to the studio…

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

Democracy in America – The Cement of Democracy. ep6,, 620221

By Keith August 13, 2022Democracy in America, Documentary and Interview

A study in American religion. Religious institutions have remained distinct from government institutions. Our French travelers are amazed at the cross-denominational preaching in a prison from pastors of different faiths…

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 – Learning to Use Transceiver. 470415

By Keith August 12, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The tranciever seems to be set up, but Lum figures that Abner isn't holding up his end of the bargain and not turning the generator fast enough. Maybe Lum hasn't…

Blair of the Mounties – The Naked Truth. ep14, 380502

By Keith August 11, 2022Blair of the Mounties, Detective and Mystery

It's after the time of the Great War, and Blair has returned to the service of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. On a train, a couple of bank robbers discuss…

The Lone Ranger – Jail Breaker. 470806

By tom August 11, 2022Contributors, Lone Ranger, Western

Jail Breaker 8/6/47
A fiery horse with the speed of light, a cloud of dust, and a hearty 'Hi-yo Silver!' The Lone Ranger!"The Lone Ranger series is presented from 1st episode to it's completion as heard on Early Radio.

Lum and Abner – The New Bloodhound. 470414

By Keith August 10, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

As Lum studies up on the manual for the tran ciever that had recently been sent, Abner takes care of the store. Ben Withers is on hand, and we're reminded…

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 – Enigma Of Big Ed. ep129, 520404

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

When a client enters, Richard has to get off the phone with his girlfriend Hellen. Ed Marton is concerned over the accidents going on at his plant. Is it just…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Yellow Talon Murder Case. 490922

By Keith August 9, 2022Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

Mr Keen is taken from his daily routine to hear about the case of a young woman who was strangled. Marks on her imply it was done by a large…

A photograph of a doctor wearing a stethoscope around their neck, standing against a plain background. The doctor is wearing a white lab coat and a serious expression on their face, as if listening intently to something. The stethoscope is draped over the doctor's shoulders and resting on their chest, and their hands are folded in front of them. The overall effect is one of professionalism and medical expertise.

Dr. Kildare – Buffalo Barney. ep29, 500810

By Keith August 8, 2022Dr Kildare, Drama

Nurse Parker, and Doctors Gillespie, Carew, and Kildare discuss the chances of plague and epidemic. They're about to have some comic relief from their daily grind by a colorful patient…

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 – Stuck In The Grating. ep599, 491115

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

To go out for a first class night on the town, Fibber and Molly take the trolley to the Bon Ton Department store. As they arrive downtown, they encounter the…