2025 – Page 28 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 Quarter Eagle Caper. ep127, 481128

By Keith August 15, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Taking down his report on his latest case, Effie gets in a joke on Sam. A vending machine baron comes to Sam with a problem. Vandals are breaking his gum-ball…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Abner’s Troubles. 420629

By Keith August 15, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Gossip has led to Lizabeth and Little Pearl leaving town, but they didn't say where they went. Abner worries, and is impatient at not hearing word back on relatives who…

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

Secrets Of Scotland Yard – Absent Minded Professor. 1957

By Keith August 14, 2025Detective and Mystery, Secrets of Scotland Yard

The purpose that sets those in Scotland Yard apart is the investigation of political crimes. One such example is of the Absent-minded professor case. Igor Guzinko, a man who would…

Stan Freeburg – The Lone Analyst. ep7, 570825

By Keith August 14, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

Stan remarks on a news article that claims if psychologists were as well trained as cops, the crime rate could disappear in 50 years. Thus, he reflects on what it…

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – The Vanishing Elephant. ep184, 451008

By Keith August 13, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

After weeks at sea, Holmes and Watson arrive in Calcutta to solve their latest problem. The Summer of 1894 finds them on the hunt for a legendary missing white elephant.…

Lum and Abner – Lizabeth And Pearl Leave Town. 420626

By Keith August 13, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

All the attempts to intervene, and patch things up between Abner and Lizabeth have only served to drive the wedge deeper. Today, Lum goes with Abner to his house to…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Has Pneumonia, Gildersleeve Calls. ep397, 440328

By Keith August 12, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Passing through Wistful Vista, Gildersleeve takes Leroy to visit the McGee's. They're surprised to meet Beulah at the door. Though the McGee's have left that morning, Beulah reveals she knows…

Whitehall 1212 – Case of Mrs Minerva Bannamon. ep21, 520420

By Keith August 12, 2025Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212

A 68-year-old widow left on an errand, and was never seen again. This is the story of the trail the police took to bring justice. Claims were made that she…

A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – Riley The Bookie. ep256, 491202

By Keith August 11, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Riley is stricken with fear, anxiously waiting his imminent death. A car back fires, but is mistaken for gunshots, and Riley swoons. What brought on this high suspense? Flashback to…

Lum and Abner – The Rumor Backfires. 420625

By Keith August 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

To combat the rumor mill, Lum has started a rumor of his own. Today, Mousey has a full report on how well it worked. The accurate, and tedious detail is…