Retro Radio Podcast

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – In Jail Because of Peculiar Behavior. 480809

By Keith March 13, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

As Lum and Abner sit in jail, they discuss grandpap's mix up that landed them there. Cedric returns with the worthless horse that Lum traded from the Gypsies. So far,…

Space Patrol – Commander Corry (audition). eppp1, 521004

By Keith March 13, 2023Science Fiction, Space Patrol

Introducing Commander Buzz Correy, before he rose to power in the Space Patrol, that powerful instrument in keeping justice in the space lanes between planets of the solar system. While…

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 – Julius Gets Married. ep135, 500312

By Keith March 12, 2023Comedy, Phil Harris

After meeting Mr Scot's daughter last weedk, Marjorie has a terrible crush on Julius. Is this a good thing, or not? Phil talks with Alice and Willie about the situation.…

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

Jack Benny – Carmichael The Polar Bear Is Sick ep327m, 390312

By Keith March 12, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

For a change, Jack introduces Don Wilson, who is celebrating his 15th year in radio,. How did he happen to get into radio? Phil tells about his own start in…

Red Skelton (Avalon Time) Income Tax Trouble. ep10, 390311

By Keith March 11, 2023Comedy, Red Skelton

Red jokes with Dell King, and his back talking microphone about taxes. Hercules joins the financial humor, and Red continues on the topic of tax collectors. Phil Davis plays, My…

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 – Robin Hood. 540109

By Keith March 11, 2023Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Let's take off in a hurry to storyland and go by motorcycle. Once upon a time in Sherwood Forest... well just listen in to enjoy this radio dramatization of the…

Lum and Abner – Lum Trades Some of Abner’s Possessions to Gypsies for a Worthless Horse. 480806

By Keith March 10, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap wonders why Abner is so desperate to get shut of his stuff by September 1st. As part of the inheritance deal, he can't tell his friends why. Grandpap has…

Sons of the Pioneers (Teleways Transcriptions) First Song – Chico Rosita. ep00, Audition

By Keith March 10, 2023Music, Sons of the Pioneers

Likely start date for episodes is 1948, or 1949. The group had been around for 15 years, and made over 100 films. The group formed in 1933, and in August…

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.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Port-au-Prince Haiti. 491217

By Keith March 9, 2023Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Ralph Gordon is diing on his yacht, somewhere off the coast of Haiti from a voodoo curse. Johnny is sent to find out what's wrong, and possibly save the insurance…

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – A Poetic Tragedy. ep3, 530115

By Keith March 9, 2023Drama, On Stage

In today’s story Cathy is a young actress who is new to the theater. Listen as the tender young woman brushes up against the terse, synical production execs as she…