Retro Radio Podcast

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.

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Gold Cobra. ep89, 500621

By Keith October 28, 2026Detective and Mystery, Philip MarloweNo Comments

Hired to protect a valuable golden cobra statue, Philip Marlowe flies to Chicago into a web of exotic suspects, decoys, and danger. Tune in for classic private-eye action as Marlowe faces off against murderous masterminds—and a very real, deadly snake.

Lum and Abner – The Real Reason Why Abner Disappeared. 350802

By Keith October 28, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

While Lum and Dick suspect Squire Skimp in Abner's sudden disappearance, a flashy luxury car pulls into Pine Ridge carrying a surprising driver: Abner himself.

The SI image shows an old-fashioned black typewriter on a wooden desk. A sheet of paper is inserted, with typed text visible. Ethereal greenish-blue smoke or mist rises from the typewriter’s keys, giving a magical effect. Nearby are two closed books stacked on the left, an ink bottle with a pen beside them, and a white cup of coffee on a saucer to the right. The setting appears to be a dimly lit, wood-paneled room with stormy windows showing lightning outside.

Quiet Please – Bring Me to Life ep8, 470810

By Keith October 27, 2026Quiet Please, Suspense and HorrorNo Comments

Plagued by writer's block and a tight deadline, scriptwriter Ernest Chapel discovers his typewriter has a mind of its own—bringing whatever it types to terrifying life. Tune in to this classic chilling episode of Quiet Please.

The SI image shows three men dressed in 1940s-style suits sitting around a vintage radio microphone labeled "ON AIR." Behind them is a green "ON AIR" sign illuminated. One man on the left gestures animatedly, the man in the middle listens intently, and the man on the right reads a newspaper with the headline "Goldmine Land." The setting appears to be a radio studio with wooden paneling, retro equipment, and a sign reading "Retro Radio" on a nearby shelf.

Amos and Andy- Sapphire’s Brother Leroy Visits. ep30, 440428

By Keith October 27, 2026Amos and Andy, ComedyNo Comments

When Kingfish’s brother-in-law Leroy arrives in town with talk of western land and business investments, a case of mistaken identity in a hotel lobby leads to classic comedic chaos. Tune in to this vintage episode of Amos 'n' Andy.

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Abner Has Not Been Seen At All. 350801

By Keith October 26, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

After Abner vanishes following the sale of the Jot 'Em Down Store, Lum and Dick Huddleston confront a overly confident Squire Skimp—until a call to the sheriff makes him panic.

The SI image depicts a Wild West scene where a man on horseback, dressed as a cowboy, points a gun towards a group of people near a “General Store.” The group is gathered around a ballot box labeled “Vote Here.” Some individuals appear alarmed or trying to protect the ballot box, while others flee or raise their arms in surrender. The background shows more riders galloping towards the scene, suggesting an intense confrontation during a voting event in a frontier town.

Hop Along Cassidy – Bullets for Ballots. ep18

By Keith October 26, 2026Hop Along Cassidy, WesternNo Comments

When a corrupt, rustler-backed sheriff tries to rig the local election, Hop Along Cassidy steps in to back honest candidate Lem Purdy. Tune in for fast-paced western action as Hoppy fights to rescue the kidnapped candidate and secure a fair vote.

The SI image shows a vintage radio broadcast studio. In the foreground, a man in a suit speaks animatedly into a large, old-fashioned microphone. He is seated at a desk with various radio equipment, including a coil of wire and headphones. Behind a glass window in the background, a band with several musicians plays instruments like trumpet and drums, with a conductor leading them. Two signs on the wall read "Jubilee" and "AFRS," indicating the show's name and the American Forces Radio Service. The lighting is warm and nostalgic.

Jubilee (AFRS) Andy Kirk AHO, Bob Crosby. ep68 440228

By Keith October 25, 2026Jubilee, MusicNo Comments

Join Ernie Whitman on Jubilee for an energetic broadcast featuring Andy Kirk and his orchestra, soulful vocals by June Richmond, and a special visit from Bob Crosby performing classic tunes for the troops.

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Jack Buys A G-String. ep858, 531025

By Keith October 25, 2026Comedy, Jack BennyNo Comments

Jack needs a new G-string for his violin, but getting one means navigating a broken-down Maxwell, a walk through town, and Frank Nelson at the music store! Join Jack Benny, Rochester, Don Wilson, and the gang in this classic 1953 episode featuring special guest Bob Crosby.

Jack Armstrong, All-American Boy – Luminous Dragon Eye Ring, ep1, 400930

By Keith October 24, 2026Adventure, Jack ArmstrongNo Comments

Join Jack Armstrong and his friends in an action-packed adventure as they investigate Uncle Jim's mysterious disappearance from the airplane factory. With a ransacked office, suspicious spies, and hints of a secret nuclear breakthrough, the teens are thrust into a high-stakes race against time.

The SI image depicts an old-fashioned radio broadcasting or recording studio with vintage equipment on a wooden table. Central is a large, classic-style microphone with a silver finish. Nearby, there are headphones, a reel-to-reel tape recorder, and a piece of paper with typed or handwritten text. A second vintage microphone and an amplifier or radio transmitter with knobs and tubes are also visible. In the background, a person wearing headphones is partially seen, likely operating the equipment. The setting is dimly lit, evoking a nostalgic atmosphere.

Adventures in Research – History of 1st Regular Radio Broadcast. ep95, 441121

By Keith October 24, 2026Adventures in Research, Documentary and Interview4 Comments

Journey back to the early days of wireless communication with Dr. Thomas as he explores the origins of modern broadcasting and recreates the historic first regular radio broadcast from 1920.