2026 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Cast Introduced. ep697, 490529

By Keith July 12, 2026Comedy, Jack BennyNo Comments

It's the end of the 1949 season, and as a bookend for the year, Jack takes time to give credit and honors to all of his cast members and writers.…

five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Jubilee (AFRS) Barney Bigard, Louis Jordan. ep46, 430927

By Keith July 12, 2026Jubilee, MusicNo Comments

Hosted by Ernie Whitman, the Jubilee gets kicked off by Louis Jordan and, Pistol Packing Mama. Crooner, Faye Carrol sings, My Devotion. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Louis Jordan…

A judge is holding a law book in one hand and wagging his finger in the other.

Perry Mason – Nora Talks To Sid. 481103

By Keith July 11, 2026Drama, Perry MasonNo Comments

Perry Mason, Della Street, and Paul Drake continue their ruse of making a movie. They are really just filming the crowd, to check for reactions, in hopes of identifying their…

Voyage of the Scarlet Queen – The Shanghai Secret. ep1, 470703

By Keith July 11, 2026Adventure, Scarlet QueenNo Comments

Note: If this seems like a repeat, it is... sort of. It's almost identical to the audition show (The Death of David Malone), although there are some minor differences, and…

Danger, Doctor Danfield – Money in a Basket. ep20, 461229.

By Keith July 10, 2026Detective and Mystery, Doctor DanfieldNo Comments

Opening and closing credits are snipped. We find Doctor Danfield talking with his secretary Rusty Fairfax, when a student from one of Dan's classes interrupts. Rusty's moment of jealousy is…

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – How To Operate A Picture Show. 350529

By Keith July 10, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner1 Comment

Horlicks: Have a desire to quit smoking? Horlicks can help. Often those quitting can put on weight, just take a healthy snack in the form of Horlicks tablets to cope…

Father Knows Best – The New Housekeeper (retro237). 500622

By Keith July 9, 2026Comedy, Father Knows Best, Retro Original3 Comments

In the Anderson home, mom has had a hard day and is a little frustrated with the kids. Jim notices, and wants to lend a hand by hiring a housekeeper…

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

Dragnet – The Big Carney. ep351, 560508

By Keith July 9, 2026Detective and Mystery, DragnetNo Comments

The owner of a jewelry store reports to Joe Friday about theft of his expensive merchandise. Could it be an inside job? His account of the robbery leads Joe on…

Let George Do It – The Problem With Joe Martin. ep147, 490815

By Keith July 8, 2026Detective and Mystery, Let George Do ItNo Comments

A man claiming to be an important figure from South America shows up on the doorstep of George Valentine. All he wants to do is find a particular person, and…

Lum and Abner – Lum Returns. 350528

By Keith July 8, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner1 Comment

Horlicks: If your youngster doesn't like milk, or just can't drink it, try Horlicks. It has all the good stuff to help kids grow big and strong. And kids love…