Comedy – Page 76 – Retro Radio Podcast

American actress and singer Alice Faye. She is seated in a chair, wearing a white blouse and dark skirt, and is looking off to the side with a slight smile on her face. The background is dark and there is a decorative pattern visible on the wall behind her. Shepherd Conservation Society.

Phil Harris – Morbid Wal Paper (The Kangarooo). ep93, 490306

By Keith March 6, 2022Comedy, Phil Harris

Alice talks to the girls about her idea to redecorate. It seems that part of the show has been snipped, as it switches abruptly to the following scene. Remley is…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Dons 15th Anniversary On Radio. ep287, 380306

By Keith March 6, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

Jack Benny - Dons 15th Anniversary On Radio. 380306. As Don begins the introduction, Jack takes over with a nice word to congradulate Don for his 15 years in radio.…

Thanksgiving cornucopia filled with a variety of foods from autumn harvest, including pumpkins, corn, apples, grapes, and gourds.

Lum and Abner – Chester the Turkey. 461128

By Keith March 4, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

It's Thanksgiving in Pine Ridge, and Abner is sharing the meal at Lum's house. Lum has a live turkey that he wants to furnish for the festivities. Abner gets confused…

Abbott and Costello – Sam Shovel Meets The Moonshiners. 490303

By Keith March 3, 2022Abbott and Costello, Comedy

The discussion of how much of an idiot Lou is is briefly interupted by an early show musical interlude, followed by more of Bud's joking disgust at the lunacy. The…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Last Double Feature. Christmas Show, and Finding Madam Queen. (Retro Plus).

By Keith March 3, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Amos and Andy - Trying To Find Madame Queen. 440303. (Retro Plus). The last omf y double features. Amos and Andy will go off the podcast, but I'll bring them…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Bus Line to Stop at the Restaurant. 461126

By Keith March 2, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner is back after his bout of laryngitis, but you can tell his voice is a little froggy sounding. Squire Skimp departs, and Lum talks to Abner about picking up…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Preparing The Income Taxes. 500226

By Keith March 1, 2022Burns and Allen, Comedy

After a night on the town, George and Gracie talk about the things they did, and some of the people they saw. Ralph Hanley, George's tax accountant, pops in. Talk…

Lum and Abner – Phone Call to Get an Icebox. 461121

By Keith February 28, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

We find Lum on the phone, in search of a much needed icebox for his restaurant. Doc Ben Withers has been listening, and might have a connection for Lum. Ben…

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 Has A Music Lesson. 490227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack Benny - Jack Has A Music Lesson. 490227. Mel Blanc, as Jack's violin teacher dreads approaching Jack's house. Jack seems to have misplaced his violin, and asks Rochester for…

Jack Benny Program – Submarine D-1 Part Two. ep286, 380227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

After the whole cast, including audience greet one another, Jack and Don talk about doing something new on radio. As Jack complainss aboutt Fred Allen, Mary enters. They discuss corny…