May 2023 – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – The Bear. ep18, 530507

By Keith May 7, 2023Drama, On Stage

A modern adaptation of a Russian one act play. Cathy is lovesick and mournful today as she mourns the loss of her husband. Her young man has been killed in…

Quiet Please – The Ticket Taker. ep4, 470629

By Keith May 6, 2023Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

Audio is poor, even after some noise canceling. It degrades in the middle, Ernest is a man in despair, and talks about hearing things. Witches, warlocks, and things that go…

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Visiting the Grand Canyon. 480915

By Keith May 5, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

The gents part ways once again. Ben Withers is sent to catch his bus back to Pine Ridge, while the rest pile into the car. Is Frances the dog getting…

German Wehrmacht Hour – Glenn Miller AEF Band – First song: Here We Go Again. ep7, 441100

By Keith May 5, 2023Glenn Miller, Music

Fighting for the melting pot of racial peace, Glenn Miller and his orchestra swing into action, blanketing the airwaves of wartime Germany with a taste of American freedom.

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.

Adventures of Sam Spade – Bow Window. 471109

By Keith May 4, 2023Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Dr Reese is having woman problems, but it may involve murder instead of a matter of divorce. Sam is soon on the scene just in time to chase his suspect…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Valley Of The Living Dead. 390122

By Keith May 3, 2023Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Lamonte and Margot are travelling, but there seems to be alack of wrongs that need to be put right. A rock slide scares margot, but it's not just one, but…

Lum and Abner – Grandpap Shops for Souvenirs. 480914

By Keith May 3, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

As the gang roll into Alber-QQ, as Abner puts it, Grandpap wants to pick up an indian blanket to send home to Charity. As Cedric goes off to find post…

Joan, Beck and Collyer posing for a photo. Joan is wearing a black dress and holding a bouquet of flowers. Bud Collyer in a suit and tie.

Superman – The Baby From Krypton. 400212

By Keith May 2, 2023Adventure, Superman

Attention boys and girls, introducing a new kind of hero, a superhero. Superman, the size of an ordinary man, but possessing powers beyond any normal man. Sworn to devote his…

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 – Tall Story Contest. ep460, 460101

By Keith May 2, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is busily writing a story to enter into a contest. It pays $100 to the winner with the best Tall Tale. Under pressure, Fibber has trouble putting his many…

Image of a cowboy on horseback herding cattle in a field, with a Herding Dog.

Roy Rogers (AFRS) Guest Sarah Berner, Impersonator. ep10, 450123

By Keith May 2, 2023Music, Roy Rogers, Western

Mostly a musical show, Roy also showcases the voice impressions of his guest, Sarah Berner. She holds her own at comedy, as she features carrying on a conversation with herself…