Comedy – Page 123 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 Has A Music Lesson. 490227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack Benny - Jack Has A Music Lesson. 490227. Mel Blanc, as Jack's violin teacher dreads approaching Jack's house. Jack seems to have misplaced his violin, and asks Rochester for…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny Program – Submarine D-1 Part Two. ep286, 380227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

After the whole cast, including audience greet one another, Jack and Don talk about doing something new on radio. As Jack complainss aboutt Fred Allen, Mary enters. They discuss corny…

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 – Abner Still Has Laryngitis. 461120

By Keith February 25, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum is still trying to figure out where to place his new cook stove. Cedric listens to the instructions for cutting a hole for the stovepipe. Abner is on hand,…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Sunday Monday Or Always. 440225. (Retro Plus)

By Keith February 25, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy, Retro Original

Another Retro Plus, but not actually a double feature. I'm all out of the old shows except for 2. Watch for them to appear later. Then the Amos and Andy…

Art VanHarvey, Bernardine Flynn, Paul Rhimer, and Bill Eidleson

Vic and Sade – Uncle Fletcher To Meet 1AM Train. 410224.

By Keith February 24, 2022Comedy, Vic and Sade

The Gooks are about to retire for the evening when lo and behold, Uncle Fletcher stops by. It seems the kind-hearted Uncle of Sade has taken it upon himself to…

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.

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy the Opera Star. ep316, 490223

By Keith February 23, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

It's morning in Summerfield, and Gildersleeve rises early, but Birdie doesn't quite have breakfast ready. She doesn't mind though, does she? Gildersleeve answers Marjories question about his early rising by…

Lum and Abner – A Stove for the Restaurant. 461119

By Keith February 23, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Rainy weather persists in Pine Ridge, and Abner is still at home with laryngitis. Lum and Doc Withers talk with Lizabeth on the telephone for a medical progress report. Will…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Old School Chum Bill Smith From Peoria. ep392, 440222

By Keith February 22, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Ration points are tight, and dictate the shopping list, as Fibber goes to the grocery store. He runs into an old friend, Bill from back in Peoria. The childhood friends…

Lum and Abner – Abner Gets Laryngitis. 461118

By Keith February 21, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

We look in on the Jot 'Em Down store to learn that Lum and Abner are taking care of business at the county seat. Cedric tries to take a grocery…

Jack Benny – How Old Is Jack. ep285, 380220

By Keith February 20, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Although Jack's birthday was nearly a week before, the birthday jokes continue. Jack also gets teased over his military service in the past World War. Jack claims to be 33…