Retro Radio Podcast

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fifth Anniversary Show For Johnsons Wax. ep244, 400416

By Keith April 16, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills opens by playing, This Can’t Be Love. Fibber is suspected of being up to no good when he brings Molly flowers. It’s in celebration of completing their fifth…

Various baking and cooking equipment including measuring cups, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Mary Lee Taylor Show – Jim’s Surprise. 481126

By Keith April 15, 2024Documentary and Interview, Mary Lee Taylor

Jim is tired of being cooped up in the apartment, but concerned over the budget, Sally wants to know why. Sally gets to know the neighbors better, while Jim is…

Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Blooms Brood – Yetta’s Lesson. ep10, 1934

By Keith April 15, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

In the kitchen, Mama prepares the meal and calls for Yetta to help with the table. The slightly rebellious Yetta wants to change her name and be called Yvette. Mama…

Jack Benny – Preparing To Go To New York By Train. ep370, 400414

By Keith April 14, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Preparing for his big movie premier, Jack gets packed for the trip to New York. Rochester sings as he works, and reveals secrets on Jacks fashion techniques. Mary Livingstone arrives…

21st Precinct – The Brother. ep40, 540414

By Keith April 14, 202421st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

It was a dark and foggy night, and traffic accidents ruled the night in the 21st Precinct. As the shift of uniformed patrolmen march out to take to the streets,…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Kaye Kaiser – Kollege Of Musical Knowledge, When I Go For A Walk. ep74

By Keith April 13, 2024Kaye Kaiser, Music

Unknown date. A rebroadcast for the boys in uniform from the old master of the Kollege of Musical Knowledge himself, Kaye Kaiser. Kaye offers some praise for the US Marines,…

This week in Pine Ridge -the Matrimonial Bureau Begins. January 18-25, 1935 (Retro 692)

By Keith April 13, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Lum and Abner -Lizabeth…

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.

Adventures of Sam Spade – Rushlight Diamond. 480704

By Keith April 12, 2024Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Bernardine is still filling in for Sam’s usual secretary, Effie. Relive the latest adventure as Sam gives his report. He had been hired on for a wealthy family to safeguard…

Mama Blooms Brood – Gold Mine Investment. ep9, 1934

By Keith April 12, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom1 Comment

The girls talk with mama about the deal that dad was just presented with. The chance of a lifetime to invest in a gold mine in Australia. Everybody is sold…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Anniversary Gift. ep79, 500411

By Keith April 11, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Get this and get it straight! It's time for another episode with Gerald Moore, as Philip Marlowe. A long-distance phone from a recently released convict has Philip rushing to help…