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Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – George’s Birthday Just Around The Corner(Jean Kellly). 490127

By Keith January 27, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

Features Gene Kelley. Gracie visits her friend Blanche to talk about George's upcoming birthday. (Actually, I think George’s birthday was a week ago, on January 20.) Blanche tries to help…

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.

Molle Mystery Theater – Murder in the City Hall 460405

By Keith January 27, 2026Detective and Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater

A police detective who is rejoining the force after being forced to take time away, now has to investigate the murder of his friend who was a judge. Early evidence…

Roy Rogers – Audition: The Case Of The Mysterious Puppet. 480328

By Keith January 26, 2026Roy Rogers, Western

It was a day like any other Sunday, and Roy sings a song with dale. I come to the garden Alone. Then they found a strange thing. A puppet is…

Lum and Abner – Abner Goes To The Railroad Depot To Meet Hortense. 350125

By Keith January 26, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner2 Comments

Horlicks, the original malted milk. Recommended by coaches for athletic training. Abner tries to get Lum to meet Hortense Kelley, and send her on her way. Lum also wants Abner…

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

Jack Benny – The Frightwig Murder Case, Part 1. ep431, 420125

By Keith January 25, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Mary and Dennis informed Don that Jack has not arrived yet. He’s on the telephone to talk to his lawyers. Mary opens the door so we can listen in on…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Mothers Best Flour – First Song, Move It On Over. ep9, 510118

By Keith January 25, 2026Mothers Best, Music

Playlist: Hank Williams starts off with, Move It on Over. Audry sings, I'm Satisfied with Life Don't Worry Me. For the morning hymn time, Hank sings his classic, I Saw…

Smilin’ Ed’s Buster Brown Gang – The Enchanted King. 490115

By Keith January 24, 2026Buster Brown, Juvenile

We get right into the story of adventure, when the genie of the jug helps out his young master, Kula. They swim to the enchanted cave of the Old Man…

On Stage – And a Fond Farewell. ep22, 530604

By Keith January 24, 2026Drama, On Stage

Cathy is a professor’s wife. In voiceover they each take turns telling how attractive they think the other is. we learn that they have been married for 20 years, and…

Lum and Abner – Abner Receives Telegram From Hortense. 350124

By Keith January 23, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks, use as part of a safe reducing plan. Nourishing, sustaining, and without all the calories. After Lum has sent all the ladies of the matrimonial bureau Abner's photo, one…

A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Trying to Be Alone with Paula. ep431, 520123

By Keith January 23, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeves pursues his romance with Paula. Although he sees Paula’s daughter Babs is a roadblock, Leroy thinks she’s kind of cute. Gildersleeve’s had some plans though to leave Babs at…