October 2025 – Page 4 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – The Heir. 420812

By Keith October 17, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Though Squire had tried to help identify the baby by sending a copy of the coat of arms insignia to a genealogy bureau, Lum and Abner are upset over the…

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – Liz Sells Dresses. 481016

By Keith October 16, 2025Comedy, My Favorite Husband

It's morning in the Cugat home, and Liz is sneaking around. She's worried her bank account is overdrawn, but she can't hide it from her banker husband. To get her…

Nero Wolfe -Disappearing Diamonds. . ep20, 510309

By Keith October 16, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

A man named Mr. Inch comes to Nero Wolfe with a matter of being falsely accused of murder. He may be a thief, but he has never killed someone. Though…

Nick Carter – Unwilling Accomplice ep42, 440129

By Keith October 15, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nick Carter

Though the opening and closing credits are cut, the story is complete. A high stakes robbery of gems means quite a haul was taken from the vault. The taunting letter…

Lum and Abner – Squire Traces The Baby’s Past. 420811

By Keith October 15, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Just when Lum and Abner have thought they exhausted their means at finding out the babies identity, or what the coat of arms with him means, a new hope may…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – What’s Wrong with Gracie. 401014

By Keith October 14, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

George tells about his appearance on stage earlier in the week with Jack Benny and others. He gets teased about his appearance and clothes, and Bud is upset because he…

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Sound And The Unsound. ep114, 510915

By Keith October 14, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Arriving home, Philip finds a sleeping woman in his doorway. Who is the older woman, and why does she seem to know Philip so well? Lucille has been hearing strange…

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- A Psychiatrist for Costello, With Linda Darnell. ep57, 440323

By Keith October 13, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Being in episode from AFrs, music fills the gaps where commercials would be. We opened with the musical from Freddie Rich, “swing low.” Bud accuses Lou of being a net…

Lum and Abner – What Languages Does The Baby Speak. 420810

By Keith October 13, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

A phone call with a mysterious man from Kansas City was cut short by a gun shot. Today, Lum and Abner shift their worries to seeing if they can tell…

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.

Command Performance – Danny Thomas, Dick Haymes, Ginny Simms. ep163, 450222

By Keith October 12, 2025Command Performance, Music

John Garfield hosts, and after teasing with Ken Carpenter about girls, he introduces Ginny Simms. Ginny sings, Saturday Night is the Loneliest Night of the Week. John is joined by…