Retro Radio Podcast

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 – From San Francisco. ep615, 470330

By Keith March 30, 2025Comedy, Jack BennyNo Comments

Jack talks with Don about their travelling arrangements to San Francisco. Mary enters to compare fashion updates to their attire. The hills and street cars are made fun of when…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – Rapunzel. ep18, 470719

By Keith March 29, 2025Juvenile, Lets PretendNo Comments

Take a special train that goes nonstop to storyland. Is there anyone out there not familiar with the story of the girl with the long blonde hair? Listen in and…

Roy Rogers – Tom Barnes, Texas Ranger. ep11, 450130

By Keith March 28, 2025Roy Rogers, WesternNo Comments

The music starts off with Roy Rogers singing, You Are My Sunshine. Perry tells Roy about deciding to run his own ranch, instead of leading the orchestra. Pat Friday sings,…

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 – The Secret Is Revealed. 420317

By Keith March 28, 2025Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

The mystery surrounding Cedric, Mr Adams, and the large sums of money continues. Abner grills Cedric to share his magic secret, but he won't tell. Maybe a little sweet talking,…

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 – The Expectant Father. ep334, 491012

By Keith March 27, 2025Comedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments

In the Gildersleeve home, Leroy and Gildy harmonize his unnamed song as Marjorie accompanies on piano. After a quick comment from Birdie, Gildy heads out to meet his newest gal,…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of The Glamorous Widow. 460523

By Keith March 27, 2025Detective and Mystery, Mr KeenNo Comments

Mr Keen and his assistant get ready to call it quits for the day. Before he can leave though, the cleaning lady needs to talk with Mr Keen about a…

Lum and Abner – Mr Adams Arrives. 420316

By Keith March 26, 2025Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Cedric is the center of curious happenings. To get to his secret behind the large sums of money he has been spending, Lum made him a partner in the store.…

Nero Wolfe – Vanishing Shells. ep16, 510202

By Keith March 26, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nero WolfeNo Comments

Though cash is tight, and Archie tries to get Nero to look for a new case, the large genius is comfortable doing nothing. A dame crosses Archie's path, and a matter involving jilted actors in the theater is the answer to the money problem. Is there a dark secret in Emil Stoener's past, that threatens the new play, or the role Doris has in it?

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 – Home Power Plant. ep509, 470325

By Keith March 25, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and MollyNo Comments

Fibber is unhappy about his bill and service he has received from the electric company. As he rants, Lena the maid enters to talk to Fibber about his cigar smoking.…

Nick Carter, Master Detective – Substitute Bride. ep32, 431117

By Keith March 25, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nick CarterNo Comments

An old friend visits Nick Carter. Marvin is looking for his bride, who had been out of the country, and expected to return a few days ago. Alice Evans is…