Comedy – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Gildy Sues Bullard. 490525

By Keith October 3, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Special guest tonight is Kay Star. As Gildy pulls into his driveway, he gives neighbor, Bullard the right of way. In a moment of double politeness, Bullard takes the opportunity…

Lum and Abner outside the Jot Em Down Store.

Lum and Abner – Lum’s Date is Ruined Again. 411107

By Keith October 2, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric has joined Lum in the Jot 'Em Down store today. After a few near mishaps, Lum has Cedric phone the new school teacher, Miss Frederics to arrange a date.…

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 Is Sick. ep484, 461001

By Keith October 1, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's the season opener, and we learn that Fibber is feeling under the weather. Doc Gamble arrives to hear Fibber's story, and diagnose the problem. He prescribes a new kind…

Lum and Abner – Lum Receives A Call From Miss Fredericks. 411106

By Keith September 30, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum is feeling low today. He's down in the dumps over how he let the town down. He tries to make sense of how he can be good at times,…

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 Is Upset Because Phil and Dennis Have Their Own Shows. ep589, 460929

By Keith September 29, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny2 Comments

It's the season opener, and Jack is being tormented by a couple thugs, until Rochester rescues him from his dream. On the way to the studio in the Maxwell, the…

Lum and Abner – The Prince Leaves town. 411104

By Keith September 27, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the air has been cleared about all the lies, we find Lum and Abner in the Jot 'Em Down store. Abner gets a little confused over Lum's figure of…

Great Gildersleeve – Leila Returns. 430926

By Keith September 26, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

As the show opens, we find the Judge and Gildersleeve escorting Miss Goodwin home. When the judge departs, Gildy asks Miss Goodwin for advice on deciding to get married. It…

Lum and Abner – The Prince Learns About Squire. 411103

By Keith September 25, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum is upset over the mess that he has caused over his lies. After the success of the fake Hindu Miracle man doing his work to heal Lum's fake broken…

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 – Taking a Memory Course. 571221

By Keith September 24, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

For self-improvement Fibber wants to take a memory course, but the doubtful Molly claims she knows goldfish with better memories than Fibber. Time has gone on too long to suit…

Lum and Abner – Squire Wants Lum To Help Cheat The Town. 411031

By Keith September 23, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the roaring success of the show with the Hindu miracle man, Lum is finally healed. He tells his friends about the miraculous cure of his fake broken leg. Squire…