Comedy – Page 117 – Retro Radio Podcast

Judy Canova – Judy Reads Scripts. ep155, 480529

By Keith July 24, 2022Comedy, Judy Canova

After opening with a song, Judy is at the beauty shop. Everything is coming Judy's way, she has a screen test coming up. Pedro talks to Judy about his girlfriend,…

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 – Ben Withers Sets a Trap to Catch a Ghost. 470331

By Keith July 22, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Fears of a ghost in town have Lum and Abner talking about the progress of the investigations thus far. They talk about their sleeping night watchman, Ben Withers, as he…

Lum and Abner – Lum and Abner Decide the Voice Is a Ghost. 470327

By Keith July 20, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner shares with Cedric about his fears that the town is haunted. Will there be any lucky charms that will keep a person safe? Cedric is reluctant to give up…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Concert Goers. ep596, 491025

By Keith July 19, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The McGee's are planning to spend an evening out at the Civic Concert Hall. As they make their preparations, Ole, the janitor stops by to talk about the fun musical…

Lum and Abner – Squire Conducts a Town Meeting. 470326

By Keith July 18, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

A town meeting has been called to see what can be done about the Voice. Squire Skimp, US Quincey, Ben Withers, and grandpap all join Lum andd Abner. First, Lum…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Is Upset With The Cast. 490508

By Keith July 17, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Flashback to just after last weeks episode. The cast finish the show, but Jack detains them to talk about their sloppy performance. He complains about Mary flubbing her lines while…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Magic Christmas Tree. ep20, 481219

By Keith July 17, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Connie trims her Friendship Tree with Christmas cards. Friendship tree? Wow, I didn't think they had that much trouble with the political correctness police back then. Mrs Davis has to…

Lum and Abner – Lum and Abner Disconnect the Town’s Phone System. 470325

By Keith July 15, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Clues from the latest disaster at the hand of the Voice are discussed. Cedric had a narrow escape, and now Abner thinks the Voice might actually be a ghost. How…

Lum and Abner – Lum and Abner Monitor the Party Line. 470324

By Keith July 13, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

To help learn the identity of the Voice, Lum and Abner monitor the party line. Will it help? The gents discuss how Ben Withers actually didn't leave town, and is…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Making Cloth Out Of Paper. ep594, 491011

By Keith July 12, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber has an idea to make all his rivals jealous. Everyone knows that cloth can be made into paper, but Fibber wants to reverse the process. Doc Gamble arrives and…