2025 – Page 54 – Retro Radio Podcast

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, 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 – 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, 2025Down Our Way, Drama

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…

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

Archie Andrews – Drugstore Mix Up. 460727

By Keith April 5, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

Relax! Right out of the pages of the comic books, it's Archie and all his gang! It's Friday and Archie need to buy Veronica a gift for her big debut…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Worry About Jail. 420323

By Keith April 4, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After Lum caught Abner and Cedric cranking out counterfeit ten-dollar bills, he convinced them it wasn't due to any magic in the printing press. Today Abner groans at the thought…

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

The Great Gildersleeve – The Old Tom Cat. ep335, 491019

By Keith April 3, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Marjorie has a complaint that Leroy is bringing home all the stray animals he can find for pets. The latest addition is a Tom cat that even has Birdie up…

Let George Do It – No Riders. ep162, 491128

By Keith April 3, 2025Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

There has been a trucking accident, and a woman is concerned over a boy who may be in trouble. He was hitchhiking to find a better job so he could…