Comedy – Page 77 – Retro Radio Podcast

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Lum Writes a Pageant of Living History. 500308 (RetroExtra)

By Keith November 20, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Lum tries on an old tux, and wants Abner's fashion advice on it. The gents discuss the falling attendance at school. Are all the modern distractions to blame? Radio, comic…

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

Jack Benny – Jack Buys An Ostrich For Thanksgiving Dinner. ep349, 391119

By Keith November 19, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

That bubbling, effervescent, comedian, Jack Benny, is introduced to tell a story about a pink alligator on a leash. The story becomes a running gag that Dennis doesn't quite understand.…

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 – Where Should Mcgee Have Lived. ep1421,571012

By Keith November 14, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

If Fibber had gotten out of this little town as a youngster, just imagine where he might have been by now. He daydreams about what life in Texas, as a…

Lum and Abner – Lum Becomes Engaged to Elizabeth’s Cousin Lydia. (RetroExtra) 500104

By Keith November 13, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Sponsored by Ford. Lum and Abner talk about the new calendar picture, and the days coming out different from year to year. What will the new year hold? Lum wonders…

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

Jack Benny – Jack Has A Toothache. ep348, 391112

By Keith November 12, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Audio is good, just a little crackle from record noise. Don is concerned about Jack's toothache as he introduces that brave little soldier, Jack Benny. Phil complains about getting late…

Red Skelton – I’ll Take Manila. ep8, 411125

By Keith November 12, 2023Comedy, Red Skelton

Featuring the musical talents of the Ozzie Nelson Orchestra, and vocalist Harriot Hilliard. Red Skelton talks with announcer Truman Bradley about traffic, movies, and dancing. Ozzie and Harriot arrive to…

A close-up photograph of a roasted turkey placed on a table next to a lit fireplace. The turkey is golden-brown and has a crispy exterior, and its wings and legs are neatly tucked in. The table is set with autumn-themed decorations and a few dishes, while the fireplace provides a warm and cozy ambiance with burning logs and a mantle adorned with candles and foliage.

Lum and Abner – Invitation To Lums for Thanksgiving (RetroExtra). 491123

By Keith November 6, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Getting groceries together for his Thanksgiving, Abner tells about the anticipated festivities at home. Where will Lum be going for Thanksgiving? Folks in town always invite Lum, when will he…

Jack Benny – The Women. ep347, 391105

By Keith November 5, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

The last rose of summer, Jack Benny, is introduced. Its not only embarrassing to Jack to talk about himself all the time, Phil claims its dull as well. Mary teases…

Father Knows Best – Moving to Chicago. ep176, 531105

By Keith November 5, 2023Comedy, Father Knows Best

When news comes to the Anderson home, everyone is excited about the move to Chicago. Mom is a little stunned, Betty starts phoning her friends to tell about moving… tomorrow…

Lum and Abner – Coming Out Party (RetroExtra). 491116

By Keith October 30, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cupid has let loose with is arrow, and love strikes in Pine Ridge. It's not Lum this time. Instead, Andy is in love with Zazu Pitts, but she doesn't know…