Comedy – Page 28 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Jack’s Scrapbook. 490116

By Keith July 13, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's house, he and Rochester put together a photo scrapbook. They're out of glue, and have no flour to make homemade paste. Jack sets out for Ronald Colemans to…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Store Is Full Of Owls. 420602

By Keith July 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Through a misunderstanding of Lum's new business idea, the enthusiastic Abner has sent Cedric and Mousey out to fill the store with owls. Lum shares the details of a new…

Stan Freeberg – Barbara Frichie. ep2, 570721

By Keith July 10, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

The show leads off with a short sketch about someone named Barbara Fritchie. June Forray does the voice. Afterwards we have a promised interview with the Abominable Snowman. Among other…

Lum and Abner – Coal To Newcastle Or Owls To Athens. 420601

By Keith July 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner3 Comments

The mysterious case with the phantom author has been resolved, and today in the Jot Em Down store Lum has a complaint about the wholesaler in the county seat. Lum…

Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – New Years Celebration. ep38, 351230

By Keith July 8, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

On our way to 79 Wistful Vista, Rico Marceli plays, O Lady Be Good. The McGees are getting all dressed up for the big New Years shindig. Molly doesn't agree…

A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – Mothers Day Present Explained ep200, 480508

By Keith July 7, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Riley and the kids serve mom breakfast in bed. After the family moment, Peg gives Riley a gift for Mother’s Day. The kids are curious and ask her to tell…

Lum and Abner – The Phantom Authors Identity. 420529

By Keith July 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The phantom author has been secretly delivering chapters of a mystery manuscript to Lum and his new publishing house. Today he has promised to reveal his identity if Lum will…

Jack Benny – Lunch At The Brown Derby. 490109

By Keith July 6, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don sets the stage for a flashback in the Brown Derby where two waiters argue over who has to take care of Jack Benny. While Jack and Mary wait for…

Lum and Abner – Abner Is Scared. 420528

By Keith July 4, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Mysterious events are afoot in Pine Ridge. A phantom author is leaving chapters of a manuscript in the Jot 'Em Down store. A mystery where the events in the story…

Stan Freeburg – Musical Sheep. ep1, 570714

By Keith July 3, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

In a weird opening moment designed to showcase the comic range of the star, Stan argues with himself. The show starts with the sketch on musical sheep. Sheep that play…