2026 – Retro Radio Podcast

Boston Blackie – Uncle Bill Blaines Legacy. ep19, 450516

By Keith November 11, 2026Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery1 Comment

When a wealthy eccentric is murdered inside a heavily guarded, locked room right in front of Inspector Farraday, Boston Blackie must uncover how the impossible crime was committed to catch the killer and clear his friends.

The image is a sepia-toned cartoon scene inside a wooden garage or workshop. Two men are studying a large blueprint on a table, which outlines a design for "Lum and Abner's Rolling Grocery Store," showing areas like grocery compartment, service counter, display shelves, and stock storage. A partially built vintage car stands in the background. Signs on the wall read "Jottem Down Store - Temporary HQ" and "Pine Ridge Ark." Various tools and cans labeled "Horlicks Malted Milk" are visible nearby.

Lum and Abner – Preparing To Build The Rolling Grocery Store. 350812

By Keith November 11, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

When Lum and Abner fail to raise the cash to buy back the Jot'em Down Store, they hatch a brilliantly ahead-of-its-time scheme: convert Abner's massive 12-cylinder car into a mobile, rolling grocery store! Listen to this classic 1935 episode complete with original Horlicks commercials.

Box 13 – Death Is No Joke. ep40, 490522

By tom November 10, 2026Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Private investigator Dan Holiday works to uncover who is behind a series of dangerous practical jokes threatening the life of an heir.

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – Take My Hand, My Love. ep40, 531021

By Keith November 10, 2026Drama, On StageNo Comments

Take a nostalgic trip back to the days before World War I in this classic romance. Playwright Elliot and artist Cathy live in the same building, but when anonymous love notes begin appearing, a charming misunderstanding tests their budding relationship.

Gene Autry and His Melody Ranch- Clem Olson ( Lonesomest Cowboy)

By Keith November 9, 2026Gene Autry, WesternNo Comments

Gene investigates a mysterious disappearance at the Hard Rock ranch after finding a desperate plea for help in his pocket, featuring classic songs and a visit from Pat Buttram.

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Snake Hogan Wont Sell The Jotem Down Store. 350809

By Keith November 9, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

When Snake Hogan refuses to sell the Jot'em Down Store back to them for anything less than all cash, Lum and Abner hatch a brilliantly ahead-of-its-time scheme: convert Abner's luxury car into a mobile, rolling convenience store! Listen to this classic 1935 episode complete with original Horlicks commercials.

The SI image shows a vintage radio broadcast studio. In the foreground, a man in a suit speaks animatedly into a large, old-fashioned microphone. He is seated at a desk with various radio equipment, including a coil of wire and headphones. Behind a glass window in the background, a band with several musicians plays instruments like trumpet and drums, with a conductor leading them. Two signs on the wall read "Jubilee" and "AFRS," indicating the show's name and the American Forces Radio Service. The lighting is warm and nostalgic.

Jubilee – Duke Ellington, Art Tatum. ep69, 440311

By Keith November 8, 2026Jubilee, MusicNo Comments

Hosted by Ernie Whitman, this 1944 episode of Jubilee features incredible performances by Duke Ellington and his band, virtuoso piano styling from Art Tatum, and contributions from Louis Jordan, Betty Rochelle, and Jimmy Rogers.

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – All American, With Tony Curtis. ep860, 531108

By Keith November 8, 2026Comedy, Jack BennyNo Comments

Celebrating 20 years with his cast, Jack Benny sets his sights on college stardom by attempting to reenact Tony Curtis’s role in All American. Complete with a failed elopement by Dennis Day, a visit from Tony Curtis himself, and some questionable Scrabble nights, Jack takes to the gridiron in this classic episode!

I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse. ep5, 491216

By Keith November 7, 2026Adventure, I Love a MysteryNo Comments

Convinced that a string of mysterious deaths and mishaps are orchestrated rather than cursed, Jack and the crew investigate the driver behind Arthur's hit-and-run, uncovering a deadlier scheme when Evans is gunned down.

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 64 Chapter 12 Conclusion Of A Treasure Hunt. 471214

By Keith November 7, 2026Drama, One Mans FamilyNo Comments

As Paul and Nicolette recover from a dynamite blast while hunting for a fleeing Red Cross nurse amid early Cold War tensions, Cousin Jeddiah brings eccentric energy to the Barber ranch, and Dan uncovers a surprising stash at a Chinese cemetery.