April 2025 – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

Crime Club – The Topaz Flower. ep22, 470424

By Keith April 10, 2025Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The exciting story of a flower that was plucked from the hand of death. Mr Sloan is found murdered when Wally finds Natalie running out of the room. As the…

Danger, Doctor Danfield – Nola Jerrolds Wants to Kill Her Husband. ep5, 460915

By Keith April 9, 2025Detective and Mystery, Doctor Danfield

The body of Victor Jerrold is found, and his wife claims to have amnesia due to trauma, but before he even arrives, Dan fills in Miss Fairfax with the profiles…

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 – Abner Arrested. 420326

By Keith April 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Great excitement has Pine Ridge all abuzz. Lum and Cedric were to stand trial, but both have broken out of jail, and fled. Today Squire Skimp talks to Abner in…

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 – Molly’s Twisted Ankle. ep511, 470408

By Keith April 8, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly twists her ankle, and Fibber overacts to the point of acting like she is in the most delicate of injuries. Lena the maid offers some first aid advice, but…

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

Dragnet – The Big Small. ep334, 560110

By Keith April 8, 2025Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

An expert forger has been taking advantage of local businesses, and it's up to Joe Friday to get her. When Joe Friday, and Frank Smith head out to question the…

Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Mass Murder. ep5, 1942

By Keith April 7, 2025Documentary and Interview

Probably the most well-known aspect of Nazi domination was the mass murder of the Jews. This episode takes a look at the treatment of the Jews, as people saw it…

Lum and Abner – Cedric Escapes From Jail. 420324

By Keith April 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's worry deepens as he complains over being framed. Abner gets confused and thinks Lum means having his picture hung in the post office. More old Edwards sayings emerge to…

The Hillbilly Boys – First Song, Hopping Lucy. ep40, 1939

By Keith April 6, 2025Hillbilly Boys, Music

Playlist: Mickey Wickey starts off with a breakdown, Hopping Lucy. Pat plugs the sponsor product, and reads a fan letter. Leon sings, Changes. Grandpappy plays his mandolin, Coterie. Pat has…

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 – Jack Wants Goldwyn to Do ‘the Life of Jack Benny’. ep616, 470406

By Keith April 6, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

We join Jack and Rochester as they finish up an Easter egg hunt. When Mary arrives, she's all dressed up, and ready for a stroll in the Easter Parade. Phil…

A black and white photo of an old-fashioned movie theater marquee with the name "Bijou" in large letters at the top. The marquee features several movie titles, including "The Lone Ranger Returns" and "East of Eden." A few people are visible walking past the theater on the sidewalk.

Down Our Way – Alice Might Leave Town. ep1, 1932

By Keith April 5, 2025Drama

Unknown date in the early 1930's. A benefactor is pressing Alice to marry him. Though she has appreciated his help, and doesn't want to hurt anyone, she just doesn't love…