Comedy – Page 59 – Retro Radio Podcast

Lum and Abner outside the Jot Em Down Store.

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…

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 – 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…

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 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…

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 – 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.…

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,…

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…