Retro Radio Podcast

Lum and Abner – Box Contains Diamonds. 410901

By Keith July 16, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

When a tin box has been left in their care for safe keeping, it fell and broke open. Lum found diamonds inside, and the name on the insurance papers in…

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

Spike Jones – William Frawley. 450715

By Keith July 15, 2024Music, Spike Jones2 Comments

Playlist: Francis Langford, Navajo Trail. Francis talks about the Army Hospital where this broadcast is coming from, then jokes with Spike nd Ken. Spike Jones, Shiek of Araby. Francis Langford,…

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Marsha Valle’s Temper Tantrum. ep49, 1934

By Keith July 15, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Things have been running suspiciously smooth with the movie business. Becky is on the phone with Jake, worried that she or her daughters may not be able to get into…

Lone Ranger – Fate Wore A Mask. 470714

By Keith July 14, 2024Lone Ranger, Western1 Comment

An old gent and his daughter are in danger of a foreclosure. Suddenly unexpected help comes through for them, but there's still trouble brewing. In town, Lone Ranger and Tonto…

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 – The Purple Pirate. 541017

By Keith July 14, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack is at home, trying to stir up something for breakfast. When he needs help with breakfast, Jack has to wake Rochester up. On the way to answer the door,…

The image is a colorful, minimalist illustration of a dog with a light green head, white body, and black spots. The dog's ears are dark red, its nose is black, and its tongue is red, hanging out to one side. It has large, round white eyes with a black dot in the center. The dog is sitting upright with a lifted paw and a curved black tail. The background is solid blue.

Little Orphan Annie – Tony Is Arrested For Robbery. ep1026, 1936

By Keith July 13, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

A letter to the sponsor testifies how Ovaltine helped a boy recover from an auto accident. Helping him gain weight, settle his nerves, and help him sleep better. A description…

Lum and Abner – Lum Buys Bank Guard Uniform. 410826

By Keith July 13, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

The deposits in Lum and Abner’s bank are swelling now that they've moved their own funds from the county seat. Their little bank is one you can trust, especially when…

Hillbilly Boys – First Song, Bye Bye Blues. ep21, 1939

By Keith July 12, 2024Hillbilly Boys, Music

From Fort Worth, Texas. The Hillbilly Boys are on the air. Playlist: Mickey and Horace take over to announce the number. Pat plays on his banjo, Bye Bye Blues. Leon…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – A Quiet Evening at Home. ep48, 1934

By Keith July 12, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

A few weeks of pass, and Jake Bloom is becoming more comfortable with his new movie studio business. He and Becky look forward to a quiet night at home. Becky…

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.

Richard Diamond – The John Blackwell Case. ep34, 491217

By Keith July 11, 2024Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

A new client demands confidentiality regarding a murder case. The ever-flippant Richard has his exercise routine on his stationary bike cut short, when his client says the murder hasn't been…