Retro Radio Podcast

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Whitehall1212 – Murder Of Peter Amory. 520224

By Keith January 23, 2025Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212

Visiting a crime of 30 years ago, a 32-year-old Peter Amery looked much older than his years, and wife just 4 years younger than he. In voiceover, details are shared…

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Chicago Fraud Matter. 530206

By Keith January 22, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Johnny Dollar gets to the bottom of insurance fraud, and an identity switch.

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 – Bail Is Five Cents, 420126

By Keith January 22, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Things are looking up for Lum. Abner doesn't want to press charges, the letter that can restore his partnership, and save the case is in his possession, and he gets…

Charlie Chan – Charlie Chan Reports To Commissioner. 1939

By Keith January 21, 2025Detective and Mystery

A man with a bad reputation is found stabbed through the heart. Although he was a known crook, the cops still need to see that justice is carried out, and…

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 – House Alteration – Look for an Architect. ep500, 470121Fibber McGee And Molly – House Alteration – Look for an Architect. 470121

By Keith January 21, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

As the McGee's discuss the name of a good architect, Wallace Wimple visits. Who designed his house? He has a special room to keep his bird books in. Why does…

A black-and-white photograph of Everett Sloane as he stands in front of a microphone, reading lines while recording a radio program for the 21st Precinct.

21st Precinct – The Bartender. ep3, 530721

By Keith January 20, 202521st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

A call comes into the police station, and the cops respond to the shooting at the bar, complete with medical assistance. It's late with few cars on the street, and…

Lum and Abner – Lum Must Try Himself. 420123

By Keith January 20, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum has been arrested after being caught breaking into the Jot 'Em Down store. Today we find him still being held under Marshal Henry Lunsford’s care. The ever watchful, and…

Hillbilly Boys – First Song, Jealous. ep34, 1939

By Keith January 19, 2025Hillbilly Boys, Music

Playlist: Pat O'Daniel introduces Horace and Leon as they play their guitars to the tune of, Jealous. Pat pitches the sponsor. Horace sings, Sitting on the Moon. Mickey Wickey sings,…

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 – I Stand Condemned. 470119

By Keith January 19, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's house, he has a complaint about Phil's band. Will Phil get the point after Jack reads him a few letters from annoyed fans? Mary arrives with wacky word…

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 – The Magic Tinder Box. 490709

By Keith January 18, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

This begins with a bonus track. It's actually a recording of Puss in Boots, as narrated by Hal Peary, the Great Gildersleeve, he brings this tale to life with a…