Comedy – Page 26 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- A Psychiatrist for Costello, With Linda Darnell. ep57, 440323

By Keith October 13, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Being in episode from AFrs, music fills the gaps where commercials would be. We opened with the musical from Freddie Rich, “swing low.” Bud accuses Lou of being a net…

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 – What Languages Does The Baby Speak. 420810

By Keith October 13, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

A phone call with a mysterious man from Kansas City was cut short by a gun shot. Today, Lum and Abner shift their worries to seeing if they can tell…

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

Jack Benny – Columbus Day. ep416, 411012

By Keith October 12, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

The audio is a little static in parts. Don's introduction has Jack Benny a little riled up. Mary Livingstone enters to share headlines and reviews of the show. Has the…

Lum and Abner – The Phone Call. 420806

By Keith October 10, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Letters from strangers, expected phone calls about the baby, and plenty of jumping to conclusions have the gents believing the baby in their care is royalty. Will their expected caller…

Stan Freeberg – Last Show, The Best Of. ep15, 571020

By Keith October 9, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

After the input from listeners, Stann recreates some of the most popular moments in the short run of the show. The musical sheep from the first episode are brought back.…

Lum and Abner – The Stranger Will Call Tomorrow Night. 420805

By Keith October 8, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Still convince the baby in their care is heir to royalty, the gents try to figure out which country he is from. Today Lum and Abner review the letter, and…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – George Disguises Himself As a Woman. 401007

By Keith October 7, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

An ongoing story has been developed. George has been hiding out from a gangster by disguising himself as a woman. The gangster has fallen in love with the gal that…

Abbot and Costello – At The Circus with Alan Hale. 430316

By Keith October 6, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Note: Sometimes this show appears with the date: 440316 Bud and Lou joke about circus parades, and Lou's exploits in his past circus life. They tease Ken Niles, and his…

Lum and Abner – Lum Could Be King. 420804

By Keith October 6, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

From an anonymous letter, the gents have concluded their baby is the rightful heir to a throne. In the store today, Abner explains how little Pearl is trying to learn…

Jack Benny – From New York. ep415 411005

By Keith October 5, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

It's the season opener, and Jack Benny is having trouble remembering his opening lines. Don Wilson and Mary Livingstone tease him about their jokes, and Dennis Day arrives to joke…