Retro Radio Podcast

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Man On The Roof. ep78, 500404

By Keith March 12, 2026Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Opening to an exciting scene of cops cornering a gunman on a rooftop, Philip Marlowe is on hand to tell how it all started. He took a job for a…

A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Train Trip to Omaha. ep438, 520312

By Keith March 12, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

it’s Friday afternoon in Summerfield, and we find Leroy being puzzled about something. As he walks down the sidewalk he races home to see if Bertie is making doughnuts. He…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Battles of Belvedere. ep149, 490501

By Keith March 11, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Belvidere is an island, visible in the bay, and from Sam's office. Met by an intriguing oriental girl, Sam meets her benefactor, and his new client, Mr. Battle. The artist…

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 And Cedric Don’t Like Abner As Boss . 350227

By Keith March 11, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Accept no substitutes. Any others are a false economy, made from inferior products. Carlton Bricker announces that though the flashlight offer is over, those who are still awaiting theirs…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Stretch Is Accused Of Professionalism. ep42, 550522

By Keith March 10, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Note: Not sure this is the right date for this episode. The one listed with this episode and date is one about a Great Dane. The big rival baseball game…

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – Accidental Murderess. ep191, 451126

By Keith March 10, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

Taking a well-deserved rest, Holmes and Watson attended a Shakespearean festival. The beauty of the place is enough to make Holmes almost wish he was a man of wealth. The…

Lum and Abner – Jot’ em Down Store Reopens. 350226

By Keith March 9, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Your druggist has your highest health concern at heart. That's why Horlicks is found, and recommended by drugstores everywhere. Lum had been elected by a small margin. Realizing he…

Gene Autry – Buck and Kate

By Keith March 9, 2026Gene Autry, Western

Gene opens with a song, When Payday Rolls Around. He continues with, Sometime Someone Says I Love You. In the bunkhouse, Pat Butram gets his list of chores from Gene.…

"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Francis Craig. ep7, 471114

By Keith March 8, 2026Music, Spike Jones

It's time for another Spotlight Review, starring Spike Jones, Dorothy Shea, Doodles Weaver, and featuring Francis Craig. Playlist: Spike and the City Slickers play, Pans. After a few words with…

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

Jack Benny- Joan Bennett. ep437, 420308

By Keith March 8, 2026Jack Benny

broadcasting from Marine Corps Base, San Diego. After a big buildup for the Marines, Don introduces what Jack thinks a Marine is. Don brings up Jack’s service in the previous…