Comedy – Page 4 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Lum Wants To Start An Unchain Letter. 350513

By Keith June 12, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Bricker announces that listeners can send off to get a photo of Lum and Abner. Only a limited supply exists, so send for yours today. Offer valid only for…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Jack Hasn’t Received His New Contract. (retro233). 540411

By Keith June 11, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny, Retro Original

Flashback to the day before at rehearsal. Jack is critical of Bob Crosby's band members. Jack begins to worry when Don points out that his contract hasn't been renewed yet.…

Lum and Abner – Dick Says Chain Letters Are Illegal. 350510

By Keith June 10, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: For those who are overweight, use the Horlicks plan to lose 3 pounds per week. Try this marvelous plan, and start right away. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Fraternization (Marriage Madness). 550731

By Keith June 9, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Love is in the air as Mrs. Davis talks with Connie about her new boyfriend, Henry. Will Mrs. Davis be jumping into marriage anytime soon? Walter seems to be up…

Lum and Abner – Finding A Place To Keep Hogs. 350509

By Keith June 8, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: This is the cold and flu season. Take Horlicks and build up strength to resist becoming sick. Down in Pine Ridge, the chain letter craze has hit. Lum and…

Jack Benny – Ed And The Vault. ep917, 550403

By Keith June 7, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack is to do another TV show, but first he and Rochester are at home, trying to fill out Rochester's income tax form. Jack lends a hand with the line…

Lum and Abner – Lum Will Start His Own Chain Letter. 350508

By Keith June 5, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Universally recommended by experts. Plenty of calcium for building strong bones and teeth, and especially easy to digest. Get it from your local druggist. Previously Lum and Abner have…

Our Miss Brooks – Dyeing Easter Eggs (retro232). 500409

By Keith June 4, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks, Retro Original

Saturday afternoon finds Connie making big arrangements in the kitchen. She is getting Easter baskets ready for the big day. Harriet stops by to talk about fashions for the Easter…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Lum Receives A Chain Letter From Denver. 350507

By Keith June 3, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: In the interest of your own, and your family's health, demand only the best. Down in Pine Ridge, there seems to be a new adventure brewing. Lum and Abner…

Our Miss Brooks – Nonfraternization Policy(Marriage Madness). 550724

By Keith June 2, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Principle, Mr. Conklin has called a meeting to discuss the problem of excessive noise in the hallowed halls of Madison High. What is the source of Conklin's irritations? It's only…