June 2024 – Page 6 – Retro Radio Podcast

Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Papa Wants a Vacation . ep32, 1934

By Keith June 5, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

it's Saturday afternoon, and the factory has closed for the day. Mama and papa Bloom discuss the possibility of retirement. Mama appeals to pop his pride over what the Schwartz's…

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 – Spaghetti Dinner For Stag Party. ep251, 400604

By Keith June 4, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills opens with, Hold Everything. Looking over his list of tasty treats for his stag party, Molly and the grocery clerk aren't sure Fibber has anything good. Mrs. Goldfarb…

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 – Abner Buys Mr Dilbeck. 410529

By Keith June 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Audio is a bit scratchy. To get a boost in starting the store, Lum and Abner have made Cedric a partner. Squire enters with a dressmaking dummy he has for…

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.

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Laughing Killer. ep184, 470508

By Keith June 3, 2024Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

It's the usual brisk midnight business in the Blue Note Cafe, when Ethelbert recognizes a face in the crowd. Casey and Ann have just put the paper to bed, and…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Should Papa Retire. ep31, 1934

By Keith June 3, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Harold Fink has moved into both his new position at the factory, and as mama and papa's new son-in-law. Mama talks to Yetta about her concerns over Papa and his…

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

Gunsmoke – Ben Tolliver’s Stud (Les Crutchfield). ep269, 570602

By Keith June 2, 2024Gunsmoke, Western

A reworked script, similar to: Gunsmoke – Ben Tolliver’s Stud, Norman MacDonnell. 550723. Chester reads Matt a letter from home, sent to him by his brother Magnus. The casual moment…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – I Got A Heavy Date. ep216, 360419

By Keith June 2, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack comes out with compliments on Johnny Greens performance. Then a telegram arrives for Jack from a fan. The mother wants to learn more about Jack's life, so it will…

Gas station fuel pump nozzle with splash-back guard.

Gasoline Alley – The Adventure Of The Rat Race With Rice. 481022

By Keith June 1, 2024Gasoline Alley, Juvenile

The guys from the garage try their hand at cooking some good ol' American food for an important client who is of Chinese descent. Actually, it's Wilmer who wants to…

This Week in Pine Ridge – Buying the Circus (March 11-15, 1935). (Retro 699)

By Keith June 1, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

The bottom Keith shares a few brief words on the news happening around the world, then we turn to the events that are happening down in Pine Ridge. Lum and…