Comedy – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Squire Buys Engagement Ring For Lum. 350506

By Keith June 1, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Imitations are made to resemble a thing, but no imitations can hold up to the quality of Horlicks. Accept no substitutes. Only the finest ingredients for the past 50…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny From Camp Collins, California. ep449, 420531

By Keith May 31, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

we open with Jack Benny lecturing Rochester about the need to conserve gasoline and maintain vehicles well for the war effort. Jack is introduced for the last Jell-O episode, and…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Lum Needs An Engagement Ring. 350429

By Keith May 29, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Try a hot cup of Horlicks in the place of coffee or tea. Easy to digest, helps to keep you cheerful all day, and agrees with the weakest stomach.…

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy Tries to Give up Smoking. ep253, 470528

By Keith May 28, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve works on his end dove the month reports in the water Commissioner’s office. His attention is disrupted by the unwanted advances of an insurance salesman. He manages to apply…

Lum and Abner – Evelina And Frank To Be Married. 350426

By Keith May 27, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Here's a tip for golfers. Take some malted milk tablets for satisfying hunger on the golf course. Natural, or chocolate flavor. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum's girlfriend Evelina is…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Successful Marriage Manual. 421013

By Keith May 26, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

as George and Gracie discuss the latest in the war, the happy postman delivers the mail. He explains how his brother postman stays physically fit. Gracie gets a letter from…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Reconcile. 350423

By Keith May 25, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Kids get hungry with all their activity. Give them a healthy, nourishing treat that won't spoil their appetite. Down in Pine Ridge, Dick has managed to calm Lum down…

Jack Benny Phil Harris Becomes A Father. ep448, 420524

By Keith May 24, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

him from Camp Callan California Jack receives a nice and hammy introduction. Don sets out to prove that his military audience thinks he’s great. Mary makes a poetic ending and…

Lum and Abner – Sell The Circus. 350422

By Keith May 22, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let's see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire…

The Great Gildersleeve – Teacher’s Problems. ep252, 470521

By Keith May 21, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Marjorie and Leroy bicker while they’re supposed to be studying. Gildersleeve gets onto them for not concentrating enough. Leila Ransom arrives to invite Gildersleeve to see a movie with her.…