2023 – Page 25 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Fibber Mcgees Restaurant. ep1404, 570811

By Keith August 29, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Audio level is OK. Voice resolution is poor but clear. Fibber gives Molly instructions to be a good waitress at his new restaurant. He seems to have thought of everything…

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 – Hello Louella. ep565, 451216

By Keith August 29, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Marching feet close in on the house where Jack Benny lives. What's the parade all about? Mailmen are delivering the entries in the contest to tell why people hate Jack.…

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Traditional Christmas Show. 481219

By Keith August 28, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

The show notes today are provided by the Jot 'Em Down Journal of December 1998. With apologies to our NLAS members who prefer the half-hour L&A series, this writer finds…

Tom Mix – Hurricane Horse, Part 2. 480809

By Keith August 28, 2023Adventure, Tom Mix

After an accident with the hurricaine horse, sheriff Mike has been hurt. He makes an appeal to Tom to let him own the horse, and try to tame him. Tom…

Tom Mix – Hurricane Horse, Part1. 480427

By Keith August 27, 2023Adventure, Tom Mix

On the ranch, we find Tom actually doing work as a cowboy, rather than a world travelling detective, and defender of justice. There's trouble with a renegade herd of horses…

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.

Adventures of Superman – Buffalo Hills, 3of6. 400517

By Keith August 26, 2023Adventure, Superman

When we last saw him Clark Kent was travelling to Buffalo Hills with freelance photographer, Asa Hatch. Though dangers have plagued our travellers, we switch to the governor's mansion where…

Gas station fuel pump nozzle with splash-back guard.

Gasoline Alley – A Kicking Around From Kid Cupid. ep3, 480730

By Keith August 26, 2023Gasoline Alley, Juvenile

The work for the day is done, but a secret is brewing for Skeeter. A surprise party is planned, but his friends have a hard time dragging Skeeter away from…

Frank Merrywell – Tap Day. 480612

By Keith August 25, 2023Detective and Mystery, Frank Merrywell1 Comment

It's the week before graduation, and we find Frank at the track, putting a horse that belongs to Bart's father through its paces for the amateur raceLater, a robbery is…

The Avenger – High Tide Murders. ep1, 450608

By Keith August 25, 2023Adventure, Avenger

Jim Brandon, the famous biochemist, with Fern Collier is his assistant who is the sole person to know his identity as the Avenger. Scrawny, and Pedro are two thugs who…

Adventures of Superman – Buffalo Hills, 2of6. 400515

By Keith August 24, 2023Adventure, Superman

Presenting the transcription feature, Superman! When we last saw him, Clark was about to leave for the Buffalo Hills when his traveling partner Asa Hatch, was nearly gunned down. Now…