Comedy – Page 14 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Gildy Talks to Everyone About Operation. ep430, 520116

By Keith January 16, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve’s is feeling great after his stay in the hospital. He enjoys a big breakfast before starting his day. He starts his morning by telling his young neighbor Babs about…

Lum and Abner Operating The Pine Ridge Matrimonial Bureau 350118

By Keith January 14, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks, for a light meal that's easy to digest. No more indigestion from a heavy lunch, and such an aid to weight control. With the end of the oil boom…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Impressing Cubina Wright. 410113

By Keith January 13, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

George has aspirations of making it to the society page, but Gracie jokes about his chances. The cast, namely Artie Shaw and Senor Lee give George a hard time and…

Lum and Abner – Pine Ridge Oil Boom is Over. 350109

By Keith January 12, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks, when you are most susceptible to disease and sickness, just drink a cup of hot Horlicks to feel your best. The word is out; the oil well was really…

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

Jack Benny – From March Field, CA. ep429, 420111

By Keith January 11, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Don Wilson introduces the eminent authority on aviation and flying, Jack Benny. Jack brags to the soldiers at Marshfield about his part in inventing the airplane. Mary arrives to tease…

Lum and Abner – Squire Receives a Visit. 350108

By Keith January 9, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks, a rich, cool, refreshing flavor that you won't get tired of. It builds strong bones, and is even good for kids. After learning they sold out to Squire Skimp,…

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy Has Disappeared – In Hospital. ep429, 520109

By Keith January 9, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

the family gathers for dinner, but the great Gildersleeve’s is missing. As the family head to the dinner table, they wonder why Gildersleeve’s didn’t at least telephone? Judge Hooker arise,…

Lum and Abner – Squire Skimp President of SW Oil. 350107

By Keith January 7, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsored by Horlicks: nourishing, easy to digest, a fine weight control lunch for overweight people. The Southwest Oil company is no more. Lum and Abner are surprised to learn they…

Burns and Allen – Be More LikeGregory Peck. 490106

By Keith January 6, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

Gracie and her friend Dorothy enjoy a movie that features Gregory Peck. Their fantasy has to end when they return home, and face the reality of their husbands. Gracie shares…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Sell the Oil Well. 350104

By Keith January 5, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsored by Horlicks, when you're feeling sick, it makes you well, children love it. Recently Mr. Carter came to town to buy the oil well the gents drilled. An agreement…