2024 – Page 42 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Art Museum, How To Hang a Picture. ep245, 400423

By Keith April 23, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills plays, Of Thee I Sing. An artistic argument needs to be settled. Molly thinks the proper way is to hang their new painting with the top at eye…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Restless Day. ep15 ,490108

By Keith April 23, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

It had been a long hard restless night that ended a hard week. All Philip wants to do is get some rest. Good luck. A case comes to Marlowe from…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

Lux Radio Theater – These Three(Barbara Stanwyck, Errol Flynn, Mary Astor). ep153, 371206

By Keith April 22, 2024Drama, Lux

Features Barbara Stanwick, Erol Flynn and Mary Astor. After an introduction of the stars, and some background, the story begins. Two young women have just graduated, and talk about their…

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Engagement Announced. ep13, 1934

By Keith April 22, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

At breakfast, Jake and mama argue. He's upset that mama is letting the girls sleep in on Sunday morning. The matter seems to be that Sara and Sidney have been…

Jack Benny -The Buck Benny Movie. ep371, 400421

By Keith April 21, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don introduces a man who was greeted by thousands of loyal fans. Jack arrives at his destination, his so tell and then to his studio audience. He brags about his…

Philo Vance – Deep Sea Murder Case. ep57, 490809

By Keith April 21, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philo Vance

A son drops his father off for a fishing excursion, but the only boat captain on the dock refuses to be hired. The wealthy man doesn't take no for an…

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 – Snowdrop and the 7 Dwarfs. 490416

By Keith April 20, 2024Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Ride to story land by dropping down a mine shaft. Magic mirrors, a brush with death, and seeking protection in the cottage of seven dwarves. Snow Drop meets her Prince Charming.

This week in Pine Ridge -Abner’s Broken Arms. January 30-February 1,, 1935. (Retro 693)

By Keith April 20, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Lum and Abner -William…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Spike Jones – Frankie Laine. 471017

By Keith April 19, 2024Music, Spike Jones

Only the third show in the new season, it's from Chicago, the Spotlight Revue features Dorothy Shea, the Park Avenue Hillbilly, and guest is Frankie Lane. Spike Jones opens with,…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Planning an Afternoon Party. ep12 , 1934

By Keith April 19, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Mama and the girls are busy getting ready for a party. Will the trouble of getting out all the good China and silverware be worth it? Get the gossip of…