April 2025 – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Premiere Speech. 420407

By Keith April 25, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Things are going full speed ahead in the preparations of the movie premiere. It has even temporarily overshadowed the $10K give away of the money that Diogenes left. But don't…

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Birthday Tea For Marjorie. ep338, 491109

By Keith April 24, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

At the breakfast table Marjorie gets a little upset. Leroy's teasing doesn't help, but after she storms away Birdie points out that Marjorie just needs a mom to have someone…

Charlie Chan – Charlies Daughter Is Kidnapped

By Keith April 24, 2025Detective and Mystery

An episode of the Mystery Playhouse that features Charlie Chan. The well-known detective is a family man, and we find him at home with #1 son, and sister. As with…

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

21st Precinct – The Bookkeeper. ep8, 530825

By Keith April 23, 202521st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

A police drama program, similar to Dragnet, but providing a behind the scenes look at the lives of uniformed police officers. Today a patrol car makes it's rounds on a…

Lum and Abner – The Premiere Committees. 420406

By Keith April 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The movie premiere is the talk of the town, and we find Lum on the phone, making arrangements for it with Sister Simpson. As she makes her indecisive preparations, Lum…

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 McGee’s Go to the Carnival. ep513, 470422

By Keith April 22, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The carnival has come to town, but Molly and Fibber have different opinions about going. Molly loves the attractions, but Fibber thinks it's a waste of money. Fibber surprises Molly…

Black Museum – The Jack Handle. ep19, 1952

By Keith April 22, 2025Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

Dramatic story’s from the Gallery of Death, presented by Orson Wells. We are taken to a time during the war, when American troops found out of the way cafes to…

Lum and Abner – The Bashful Bachelor. 420403

By Keith April 21, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

How to do the best with $10k for Pine Ridge, is the question that Lum and Abner have been struggling with lately. Lum has decided to run his own contest,…

Down Our Way – Surprise Birthday Party For Ben. ep2, 1932

By Keith April 21, 2025Drama

Every week the gang meets to practice singing for various social events. Big plans are being laid out over the party line. Hey, imagine the surprise of having a piano…

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 Egg and I. ep618, 470420

By Keith April 20, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's house, Rochester talks about his latest venture to the Coleman's, and to tell Jack he can't go to the show tonight. In the studio Jack greets the cast,…