2025 – Page 60 – Retro Radio Podcast

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Mousey Is An Airplane Watcher. 420226

By Keith March 3, 2025Comedy

Taking his duties as Air Raid warden seriously, Lum has bought an old train porter's uniform. He's still delivering pamphlets for Diogenes, and tells a little of his embarrassing story…

Hillbilly Boys – First Song Under The Moon. ep37, 1939

By Keith March 2, 2025Hillbilly Boys, Music

Playlist: Horace sings, Get Out and Get Under the Moon. Pat reads a fan letter that plugs the sponsor. Leon and Horace sing, Happy Cowboy. Mickey leads off as the…

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 Tries to Rehire the Sportsmen. ep611, 470302

By Keith March 2, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

At the end of last week's show, Jack fired the Sportsmen. Can he justify himself to the sponsor on his decision? Will his contract with the quartet support Jack's case…

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 – The Three Ghosts. ep6, 371031

By Keith March 1, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Lamont Cranston needs a vacation after his recent exhausting adventures. He picks a resort that is said to be haunted. To combat the alleged supernatural killer ghosts, the Shadow uses…

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

Archie Andrews – Jive Talk. 460518

By Keith March 1, 2025Archie Andrews, Comedy, Juvenile

Relax and enjoy another visit to Riverdale. Dad enjoys his morning coffee and newspaper. He shares a few news headlines with mom. Archie is torn away from his dreams and…

Box 13 – The Professor and the Puzzle. ep21, 490109

By Keith February 28, 2025Box 13, Detective and Mystery

A professor at a local college writes to Dan about a personal problem. How can Dan help the professor with his woman trouble? A tale of rivals for a love…

Lum and Abner – Lum Is An Air Raid Warden. 420224

By Keith February 28, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Rapidly gaining the confidence of Diogenes, Lum has a growing confidence that he's a good bet for the reward for the honest man contest. Today Lum talks to Abner about…

Boston Blackie – Jackie Meers Prison Break. ep173, 480505

By Keith February 27, 2025Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

A group of jailbirds plan a prison break. Once on the outside, they don't waste time getting back to work in their old ways. Blackie has a personal reason to…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

The Great Gildersleeve – In The Doghouse With Irene. 540113

By Keith February 27, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

After some recent blunders with Gildy's gal, Irene, she hints that he needs to watch his step, or she may be in the market for a better boyfriend. To keep…

Candy Matson – The Fort Ord Story. ep54, 501009

By Keith February 26, 2025Candy Matson, Detective and Mystery1 Comment

Candy gets a phone call from an old pal who is a soldier. He asks her to attend a military party. Sounds innocent enough, but a mystery lurks beneath the…