2025 – Page 18 – Retro Radio Podcast

A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – Dick Tracy In B Flat, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra. ep162, 450215

By Keith October 5, 2025Command Performance, Music

Normally done in a variety format stage show, today Command Performance features a star-studded cast to perform a short musical drama. Based on that all-time favorite detective, Dick Tracey. The…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – From New York. ep415 411005

By Keith October 5, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

It's the season opener, and Jack Benny is having trouble remembering his opening lines. Don Wilson and Mary Livingstone tease him about their jokes, and Dennis Day arrives to joke…

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

Bob Hope (Cavalcade Of America) Journey Of American Laughter. 431011

By Keith October 4, 2025Bob Hope, Cavalcade of America, Comedy

Retracing the footsteps that Bob Hope and his cast took, this special gives a brief glimpse into what it was like to travel and perform for the troops. Bob takes…

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 – The Magic Carpet

By Keith October 4, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Take a trip to storyland by climbing a rope. Today's story is one from the Thousand and One Arabian Nights. Three princes are seeking a bride, but only one princess…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Betrayal In Bumpus Hell Caper. ep134, 490116

By Keith October 3, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Reading a western novel, Bumpus Hell, to himself as a relaxing sleep aid, Sam doesn't think it’s working. Especially when a neighbor comes pounding on his door. On the third…

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 – Is The Baby A King. 420803

By Keith October 3, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Despite his idea to hire a nurse for the baby, Lum decides not to. Nurses are needed too badly to serve in the military. Today we join the baby, along…

Stan Freeberg – Sponsored By Freeberg. ep14, 571013

By Keith October 2, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

As the title indicates, Stan is sponsoring his own show. What kind of commercials will he do on the show? The fanfare begins as the Rhythmaires sing a jingle made…

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

Secrets Of Scotland Yard – Black Market Murder. ep2, 1957

By Keith October 2, 2025Detective and Mystery, Secrets of Scotland Yard

Wartime can bring out the best in people, or the worst. The clock is rolled back to wartime England where this crime took place. A couple of men on the…

Gregory Hood – Murder of Gregory Hood. ep3, 460617

By Keith October 2, 2025Detective and Mystery, Gregory Hood

it’s Monday night in San Francisco and we have a date with Gregory Hood. He talks to Harry Bartel about a sweet deal on some Chinese artifacts. He rolls the…

Lum and Abner- Fundamentals of Babysitting. 420730

By Keith October 1, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

the gents have decided to keep the baby at the store, and today we discover how to deal with an unhappy baby. Lum prefers scientific modern methods. Those old-fashioned ways…