September 2026 – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

AI generated vintage-style comic book cover titled "True Detective Mysteries: Horror in a Hospital Ward." On the left, two nurses stand near a covered hospital bed, one with a shocked expression, the other covering her mouth in horror. A body lies under the sheet. In the foreground, a hand holds a torn photo of a dress. To the right, two detectives in trench coats and hats look serious, one shining a flashlight. The episode number "Episode 2, 370325" is shown at the bottom left.

True Detective Mysteries – Horror in a Hospital Ward. ep2, 370325

By Keith September 25, 2026Detective and Mystery

When a gunshot victim is found at an Arizona hospital, police follow a headless photograph and forbidden workplace secrets to solve a high-stakes mystery.

AI generated vintage-style illustration titled "Lum and Abner: Movie Mahem," subtitled "Argument Over How to Run the Picture Show." It shows three men in a store called "Jot 'Em Down Store." One man behind the counter holds bingo cards and points to a chalkboard titled "Cinema Bingo" with written rules. Another man in a suit looks confused with question marks above his head. The third man in a plaid vest stands near a door labeled "Picture Show Now Playing." Various old-fashioned items like apples, bottles, and boxes are visible.

Lum and Abner – Lums Theater Burns Down. 350715

By Keith September 25, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Following the fire at Lum's movie theater, Grandpap and Abner suspect Squire Skimp of arson, while Abner briefly worries Lum burned it down himself for the insurance payout. The truth turns out to be far worse: when Lum arrives at the Jot 'Em Down Store, he discovers that despite all his insurance policies, he completely forgot to get fire coverage.

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

The Great Gildersleeve – Getting Everything Snug for Winter. ep256, 470917

By Keith September 24, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

While prepping his house for winter, Gildersleeve battles a faulty reservoir valve, a neighborhood car collision, and a misunderstanding with Judge Hooker.

21st Precinct – Body Under a Loading Dock

By Keith September 24, 202621st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

When a man found under a loading dock turns out to be a murder victim, Captain Canelli and the detectives of the 21st Precinct untangle a web of life insurance policies, false alibis, and elusive suspects.

Lum and Abner – Abner Believes Lum Ripped Him Off. 350712

By Keith September 23, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner regrets taking full ownership of the Jot 'Em Down Store, but his spirits lift when he learns Lum is also struggling at the movie theater. When Lum arrives to offer a sincere apology, the two friends reconcile—only for bad news to break over the party line that the cinema is ablaze.

A sepia-toned illustration framed in an ornate oval. It shows a serious man in 1940s attire (images based on AI rendition of Orson Welles from this.) holding a letter, while a gloved hand points at it. The background depicts a cityscape through windows and a large bank vault door. Text at the top reads "THE BLACK MUSEUM - A LETTER ep24, 520612." At the bottom, it says "STARRING ORSON WELLES." The overall style is vintage, evoking a noir or old-time radio drama theme.

Black Museum – A Letter. ep24, 520612

By Keith September 23, 2026Black Museum

When a master forger uses innocent Londoners to cash bogus checks, Scotland Yard must untangle a web of deception and a mysterious letter to catch a killer.

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

X Minus One – real gone. ep90, 570227

By tom September 22, 2026Contributors, Science Fiction, X Minus One

the secret life of an artist who produces amazing miniature statuary.

Boston Blackie – The Wentworth Diamonds. ep16, 450425

By Keith September 22, 2026Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

Framed for a daring diamond heist and the murder of security guards, Boston Blackie must outsmart a ruthless criminal gang and convince Inspector Farraday of his innocence before it's too late.

Lum and Abner – Abner Hires Cedric To Be A Clerk In The Store. 350711

By Keith September 21, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

With the partnership officially dissolved, Lum takes full control of the movie theater while Abner runs the Jot 'Em Down Store. After announcing the split over the party line, Abner attempts to train Cedric as his new clerk—leading to a hilarious role-playing confusion before Dick Huttleston stops by to catch up on the news.

"Two cowboys, Wild Bill Hickok and his trusty sidekick Jingles, ride their horses through a rocky landscape. Wild Bill holds a revolver in his right hand and Jingles holds a shotgun in his left. They both wear cowboy hats, bandanas and leather vests adorned with fringe. In the foreground, a buffalo stands in the grass, watching them pass by."

Wild Bill Hickock – The Confidence Game. ep11, 510827

By Keith September 21, 2026Western, Wild Bill Hickock

Wild Bill and Jingles track down a slick confidence man disguised as a stage magician after a local widow's life savings goes missing in Pleasantville.