May 2026 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Teacher’s Problems. ep252, 470521

By Keith May 21, 2026Comedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments

Marjorie and Leroy bicker while they’re supposed to be studying. Gildersleeve gets onto them for not concentrating enough. Leila Ransom arrives to invite Gildersleeve to see a movie with her.…

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

Whitehall 1212 – Case Of Donald Simms. 520120

By Keith May 21, 2026Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212No Comments

The phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Earl Chadwick Matter. ep50, 500523

By Keith May 20, 2026Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny DollarNo Comments

A man who has been claimed to be dead four years ago is seen alive. Now the insurance company needs to verify the matter and either prove fraud, or learn…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Money Disappears Again. 350411

By Keith May 20, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: It's the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Married, But Single. 421006

By Keith May 19, 2026Burns and Allen, ComedyNo Comments

at home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic…

21st Precinct – Abandoned Baby

By Keith May 19, 202621st Precinct, Detective and MysteryNo Comments

On the night tour, Captain Canelli learns about a baby that was left with a couple. Mrs. Heffle hasn't been heard from in weeks. She made arrangements to board her…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Lum Will Hide Money. 350410

By Keith May 18, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: Are Lum and Abner's overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has…

"Lightning Jim" Whitey Larsen stands with his arms crossed, wearing cowboy attire including a hat, boots, and a gun holster. In the background is a rugged Western landscape with hills and desert.

Lightning Jim – Lightning Jim Visits Broken Horn. ep10, 1952

By Keith May 18, 2026Lightning Jim, WesternNo Comments

We find Lightning Jim and deputy Whitey Larsen riding the trail in response to a couple letters asking for help with rustlers. One is from a friend who has been…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny From Santa Ana Air Base. ep447, 420517

By Keith May 17, 2026Jack BennyNo Comments

Jack is teased about giving the whole cast a lift to the military base and is Maxwell. He collects gas money for the trip from Don. Mary arrives to get…

"Mother's Best Flour." The full title reads "Just When I Needed You. ep26, 510212" beneath the large text "Mother's Best Flour." The setting is a recording studio with vintage equipment, including a microphone on a table and a reel-to-reel tape recorder. Two men, dressed in old-fashioned western attire, are playing guitars and singing into separate microphones. The overall style has a nostalgic, vintage feel.

Mothers Best Flour – Just When I Needed You. ep26, 510212

By Keith May 17, 2026Mothers Best, MusicNo Comments

Wake up in the morning with some classic country music played by Hank Williams and his studio musicians. Playlist: Hank Williams sings, Just When I Needed You. John and Jack,…