Comedy – Page 13 – Retro Radio Podcast

Lum and Abner- Abner Asks Listeners To Vote For Lum. 350222

By Keith March 6, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Brickert advises listeners the flashlight offer ends soon. Now, let's see what's happening down in Pine Ridge. Abner takes criticism over his efforts to get his money back, after…

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 – Bullard Is House Guest – Need Two Thousand Dollar Loan. ep437, 520305

By Keith March 5, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve is in a talkative mood, but unfortunately the only neighbor available is run some Bullard. What kind of flowers is the neighbor planting? Signs of spring is in the…

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 – Squire Donates Abners Insurance Money. 350221

By Keith March 4, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Use it for sick kids. Easy even for babies to digest, and helps them recover from sickness. Ready for another visit to Pine Ridge? Let's go! Abner is afraid…

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

Our Miss Brooks – Yearbook Mix-Up (Friday the 13th). 490515

By Keith March 3, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Though Connie is down on her luck, and talks about superstitions, Mrs. Davis is particularly perky. Connie dreads facing another day of school on this fine Friday the 13th as…

Lum and Abner – Newspaper Reports On Abner’s Donation. 350220

By Keith March 2, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Not getting enough sleep? Just before going to bed, treat yourself to a hot glass of Horlicks. The flashlight promo is coming to an end. Squire is organizing all…

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

Jack Benny- The Oscar Campaign. ep436, 420301

By Keith March 1, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny2 Comments

as Don prepares his customary introduction, Barry Livingston interrupts. She tells how Jack is anticipating winning an Oscar award this year. Even Dennis reports on how upset Jack is in…

Lum and Abner – Restocking Of The Jot ’em Down Store Begins. 350218

By Keith February 27, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: For weight control, easy to digest, keeps your alert, helps children grow. Carlton Brickert reminds listeners that the flashlight factory is swamped, so wait patiently. The flashlight promotion has…

The Great Gildersleeve – Leroy’s Week of Freedom. ep436, 520227

By Keith February 27, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve2 Comments

Bertie complains to Gildersleeve’s about having to endlessly wax the floor while she cleans up after Leroy. Marjorie complains about the messy condition of Leroy’s room. Will it be as…

My Friend Irma cast in 1948. My Friend Irma, best new program: Marie Wilson as Irma with Cathy Lewis and, Cy Howard.

My Friend Irma – Rhinelander Charity Ball(Masquerade Ball). 481011

By Keith February 26, 2026Comedy, My Friend Irma

Irma and Jane talk about the charity masquerade party in the society section of the paper. A fancy event thrown by Jane's boyfriend's family. Though Irma would like to go,…

Lum and Abner -Abner Hires Cedric To Carry A Campaign Poster. 350215

By Keith February 25, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Brickert reports that the flashlight factory is swamped, but all who write in for one will get one. At the close of the last visit to Pine Ridge, Lum…