2023 – Page 42 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Kent Captured By The Wolfe. 400219

By Keith May 31, 2023Adventure, Superman

When we last left Superman, he had just arrived near Denver, and prevented damage to the train by a rock slide. In a secret hiding place, the Wolf talks to…

Dangerous Assignment – Alien Smuggling. 490813

By Keith May 31, 2023Dangerous Assignment, Drama

A deserted monastery is the scene of mysterious bells ringing, and the discovery of a body hanging from the bell rope. Steve learns about the Portuguese fishing village, and the…

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 – The Abandoned Jalopy. ep577, 490301

By Keith May 30, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It seems that someone has abandoned an old jalopy outside Fibber's house. Today, he and Molly are outside to check it out and complain about the car. A talkative neighbor…

Command Performance – Judy Garland, Dinah Shore. ep91, 431030

By Keith May 30, 2023Command Performance, Music

Its and all girl cast made of Judy Garland, Dinah Shore, Shirley Ross, and Genny Sims. Will Ken Carpenter have to play referee in the cat fight that is bound…

Booster rockets at the bottom of an Apollo, Saturn style rocket.

2000 Plus – Flying Saucers. 1950

By Keith May 29, 20232000 Plus, Science Fiction

A secret, experimental installation has been bothered by several sightings of flying saucers. As a letter is dictated to national headQuarters, we learn the sensitive details. Will the test project…

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 – Surprise Party for Lum and Abner480926

By Keith May 29, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

A star studded surprise to welcome Lum and Abner to their new show, and new format. The coast to coast fun includes appearances from many of the top celebrities of…

"Cowboys and Gunslinger Photographs" - A black and white photograph featuring a collection of antique firearms and cowboy memorabilia. The items are arranged on a wooden table, and include revolvers, pistols, rifles, bullets, and other cowboy accessories. The image evokes the rugged and lawless nature of the American West during the late 19th century, when duels and shootouts were common. The artifacts serve as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives and culture of cowboys and gunslingers from this era.

Gunsmoke – Cow Doctor, Tom Hanley. ep163, 550528

By Keith May 28, 2023Gunsmoke, Western

In the course of the typical rutine business of the day, Matt, chester, and Kitty meet on the street. Things are quiet in Dodge City so Matt lets Chester take…

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 – The English Butler. 451223

By Keith May 28, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

At Jack's house, Rochester and Mary help with getting his Christmas party ready. The cast are finalizing the "Why I Hate Jack Benny" contest, and have a few fan letters…

Superman – Kenos Landslide. 400216

By Keith May 27, 2023Adventure, Superman

The Silver Clipper races out West, from Denver to Salt Lake City, but threats from the Wolf warn of danger. Superman flies as fast as he can and wonders over…

Gas station fuel pump nozzle with splash-back guard.

Gasoline Alley – The Slippery Mr. Chiggers. ep2, 480723

By Keith May 27, 2023Gasoline Alley, Juvenile

As the guys of Gasoline Alley work on a car repair, they manage to avoid a shopping errand. A bright idea is hatched to pull a fast one on rival,…