May 2025 – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Allen’s Alley. ep623, 470525

By Keith May 25, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In place of Don Wilson, Rochester introduces the show today. Will this mean more money for him? Yeah, right. Mary enters to tease Jack about his addition to the cast…

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

G.I. Jive (AFRS) Count Basie – Blue Lou. ep602, 1943

By Keith May 25, 2025GI Jive, Music

G.I. Jill plays the tunes at the request of soldiers serving overseas, and dedicates the songs right back at them. Playlist: Count Basey plays, Blue Lou. Bob Crosby plays I'll…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – White God. 380710

By Keith May 24, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows. Lamont Cranston, lawyer by day, but known to the underworld as the Shadow, fights crime with the…

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 – Melilot. 470823

By Keith May 24, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

The Pretenders take us to storyland by a fast ride in a convertible sports car. Three brothers find themselves in trouble with an evil witch. They contemplate the horrible fate…

CBS Evening News – War News Updates. 450513

By Keith May 23, 2025Documentary and Interview

What happened this day in news? What were the hot topics of concern? Robert Krout reports on the National Day of Prayer. Island attacks, fighting on Okinawa, New Guinea, and…

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 – Hush Money. 420428

By Keith May 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap talks with Abner about going in with Cedric and his tent that he pitched out front. He wants to make some money by setting up a fortune telling racket.…

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

Dragnet – The Big Strip. ep337, 560131

By Keith May 22, 2025Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

An auto theft ring is operating in town, and it's up to Joe Friday to bring it to a stop. Travel step by step on an actual case with your…

Let George Do It – Murder And One To Go. ep115, 490103

By Keith May 21, 2025Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

Danger is his stock in trade, write to George Valentine for full details. Today George follows up on a letter that deals with a once powerful man who has landed…

Lum and Abner – Squire Suggests a Contractor. 420427

By Keith May 21, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric is still camped out in front of the Jot 'Em Down store, but Lum has cooked up an idea that might lure him off the property. Lum intends to…

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 – Fibber Is Interviewed, Assessor. ep517, 470520

By Keith May 20, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Reading the newspaper, Fibber suddenly sees himself as an expert on world affairs. The Old Timer makes a visit, after not being on the show in a long time. He…