Comedy – Page 4 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Checks the Water Supply. ep486, 461015

By Keith October 15, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly is a little apprehensive when Fibber has pulled out his old chemistry set. What's he hopes to do with it? He has concerns that the city water supply is…

Lum and Abner outside the Jot Em Down Store.

Lum and Abner – Lum Meets A Lion In The Feed Room. 411117

By Keith October 14, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum is pretty happy over his latest idea for a new business. Abner has been confused over having lands outside the library, and has worked with Squire to surprise Lum…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack and Mary Walk to the Studio. 461013

By Keith October 13, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

It's a perfect day for a walk, and we join Jack and Mary as they walk to the studio. Along the way they encounter a French nanny and a baby,…

Lum and Abner – Squire Buys An African Lion. 411114

By Keith October 11, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After a trip to the library in the county seat, Lum is ready to start taking applications for library cards. He has all the materials he needs, and Cedric is…

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Old School Pal To Visit, Royal Visit. . ep95, 431010

By Keith October 10, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Audio quality is OK, but on the weak side of good. Outside, Gildy, Leroy, and Marjorie check the mailbox to receive a letter from Brink. The old college chum was…

Lum and Abner – Lum Wants Lions Out Front. 411113

By Keith October 9, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

As the guys are trying hard to get the library organized. Grandpappy Spears joins Abner for a game of checkers that breaks down in an argument over cheating. Lum enters…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Bull Moran. ep461, ep485, 461008

By Keith October 8, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber and Molly enjoy having a look at family photo albums. He talks about being picked on by the class bully. When he learns his old bully, Bull Moran has…

Lum and Abner – Cedric Brings New Books To Library. 411111

By Keith October 7, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

The decision has been made to start a library that is to be part of the Jot 'Em Down store, and today we find Abner clearing space to put the…

Jack Benny – Jack Listens to the World Series. ep590, 461006

By Keith October 6, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don takes us to jack's house, where he gets phone calls from fans to congratulate him on his 15 years on the radio. Rochester brings him down a notch with…

Lum and Abner – Want To Start A Library. 411110

By Keith October 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After Lum had made special plans for a quiet, romantic dinner with Miss Fredericks, his friends ruined the mood with a surprise party. He and Abner fills in a few…