January 2024 – Retro Radio Podcast

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

Molle Mystery Theater (AFRS) A Death Is Caused. 451012

By Keith January 31, 2024Detective and Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater

A pair of smartly dressed women might appear as they would in any city in America, but the two we look in on in this tropical diner discuss the matter…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Merchant Marines. ep425, 450130

By Keith January 30, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Downtown, the McGee's take in the sights at the hotel, and comment on the sailors, and what their jobs might be. Finding a place to stay is a hardship, but…

"Two cowboys, Wild Bill Hickok and his trusty sidekick Jingles, ride their horses through a rocky landscape. Wild Bill holds a revolver in his right hand and Jingles holds a shotgun in his left. They both wear cowboy hats, bandanas and leather vests adorned with fringe. In the foreground, a buffalo stands in the grass, watching them pass by."

Wild Bill Hickock – Dark Horse Candidate. ep48, 520130

By Keith January 30, 2024Western, Wild Bill Hickock

A dark horse is a person or thing that is an unknown element. In the old West town where Jingles and Wild Bill find themselves an election is in progress.…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Lum Likes Widder And Kids. 400129

By Keith January 29, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner and grandpap talk about the mess that has come about from the widow's ad for a husband, and the bunch of sick kids that are filling Lum's house. They…

"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 – Bureaucrat. ep199, 560129

By Keith January 29, 2024Gunsmoke, Western

Chester has news for Matt as he meets him on the street. It's just plumb crazy talk. A bureaucrat from back East is to arrive in Dodge, and is to…

Jack Benny – Murder On The Bay Bridge. ep359, 400128

By Keith January 28, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

That fearless adventurer, the unsung hero of the program, Jack Benny is introduced. He tells about the trip with Rochester, and the Maxwell. Fending off howling wolves, surviving driving rain,…

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – The Absolute Truth. 490128

By Keith January 28, 2024Comedy, My Favorite Husband

Featuring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, a married couple who live together and like it. Flash back to a previous evening where Liz and George walk the street and do…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – The Youth Who Learned To Shiver And Shake. ep20, 470816

By Keith January 27, 2024Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Take a train ride to storyland to learn about the brave boy who had to learn to shiver and shake. A fearless boy was never afraid at spooky stories, although…

Cisco Kid – Billy Calico. ep55, 530127

By Keith January 27, 2024Cisco Kid, Western

Billy Calico ruled a gang with an iron hand, and had the run of the land. Until he crossed paths with the Cisco Kid. In town as the sheriff is…

Lum and Abner – Widder And Kids. 400126

By Keith January 26, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum has decided not to marry the widow, but it looks like she's going to be in town for a little while with sick kids. Today Abner worries to Cedric…