Comedy – Page 16 – Retro Radio Podcast

Lum and Abner -William Horlick Agrees To Distribute The Flashlight . 350204

By Keith February 2, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Narrator, Carlton Bricker puts in his own plug for Horlicks Malted milk. His own daughter loves it. A big surprise awaits in the closing announcements. Lum and Abner have written…

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

Jack Benny – The Frightwig Murder Case, Part 2.

By Keith February 1, 2026Jack Benny

Don gives tribute to the man who makes the show happened, Virgil Reimer, the sound effects man (Frank Nelson). Jack springs his own surprise, he threatens to fire Don. Jack…

Lum and Abner -Abner Is In Bed With Two Broken Arms. 350131

By Keith January 30, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks. Be on guard against cold and sickness with this highly digestive food. Abner has been going through domestic troubles at home. The plan to gain sympathy by faking being…

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 Protects Hooker from Mona. ep432, 520130

By Keith January 30, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

the Jolly boys club is due to get together for a little barbershop style singing. Nothing can dampen Gildersleeve spirits, until he learns the judge is stepping out to go…

Lum and Abner -Lizabeth Thinks Abner Is Having An Affair With Hortense. 350130

By Keith January 28, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlick's. Feeling run down in the middle of the morning, or afternoon? Carry a few Horlicks tablets with you for a quick pick up. Little did Lum and Abner realize…

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…

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 – 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…

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…

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…