2025 – Page 63 – Retro Radio Podcast

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’s Birthday Party. ep609, 470216

By Keith February 16, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Rolling back the clock to Jack's birthday on February 14, we join Jack ND Mary as they get ready for his formal party. Mary reads out telegrams of top name…

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 Princess And The Pea. 490403

By Keith February 15, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

There's another fun packed show in store today. The Pretenders read a fan letter, and respond to it. Uncle Bill has his cohost Cybil lead the kids to storyland as…

Booster rockets at the bottom of an Apollo, Saturn style rocket.

X -1 – A Logic Named Joe. ep31, 551228

By Keith February 15, 2025Science Fiction, X Minus One

Joe is a 1974 model logic, and this is the story of how Frank Caldwell saved civilization as we know it. Frank is a salesman who deals in logics. It's…

Molle Mystery Theater – Bottle Imp (AFRS). 441212

By Keith February 14, 2025Detective and Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater

Actually, an installment of the Mystery Playhouse, hosted by Peter Lorre. He presents a story about an empty bottle, but one that's not quite empty. Mr Wilder takes his wife…

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 – Abner to Write Pamphlet. 420212

By Keith February 14, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The feed room is all set up for Diogenes Smith to move in with his printing press. The contest to find the most honest man in Pine Ridge continues. Lum…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

Great Gildersleeve – Bessies Vacation. 1957

By Keith February 13, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Featuring Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeve. In the office of the Water Commissioner, Gildersleeve and Bessie make preparations for her to leave on vacation. So why is she crying?…

Mr. and Mrs. North – The Letter. ep41, 431006

By Keith February 13, 2025Detective and Mystery, Mr and Mrs North

Pam and Jerry North are sure their friend couldn't have committed murder, but all the evidence stacks up against him. In flashback to the court room, Mr Baker tells his…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of The Woman In Blue. 440615

By Keith February 12, 2025Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

A nervous Air Force officer waits to see Mr Keen. He is due to return overseas. Time is short, and he wants to find a woman he met, and fell…

Lum and Abner – Is Cedric One Of The Deputies. 420210

By Keith February 12, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Diogenes Smith's contest to find the most honest man has the town in an uproar. Not only to be found as the most honest person, but in suspicion over who…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee And Molly – Aeronautics. ep503, 470211

By Keith February 11, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Audio is a touch scratchy, but OK. Wanting to be included among the big names in inventions, Fibber is wrapped up in his latest scheme. Wallace Wimple pops in to…