Retro Radio Podcast

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

Secrets Of Scotland Yard – Black Market Murder. ep2, 1957

By Keith October 2, 2025Detective and Mystery, Secrets of Scotland Yard

Wartime can bring out the best in people, or the worst. The clock is rolled back to wartime England where this crime took place. A couple of men on the…

Gregory Hood – Murder of Gregory Hood. ep3, 460617

By Keith October 2, 2025Detective and Mystery, Gregory Hood

it’s Monday night in San Francisco and we have a date with Gregory Hood. He talks to Harry Bartel about a sweet deal on some Chinese artifacts. He rolls the…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner- Fundamentals of Babysitting. 420730

By Keith October 1, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

the gents have decided to keep the baby at the store, and today we discover how to deal with an unhappy baby. Lum prefers scientific modern methods. Those old-fashioned ways…

a vintage photo of George Burns and Gracie Allen.

Burns and Allen – George Is Kidnapped By A Gangster. 400930

By Keith September 30, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

At the end of the last episode, George was disguised as a woman, and whisked away by a notorious gangster. Today, he's still missing, which we learn as Gracie talks…

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – The Manor House Case. ep185, 451015

By Keith September 30, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

A wealthy benefactor summons Sherlock Holmes to visit him in his weakened state. The German man wants Sherlock to impersonate him, and represent him to conclude a peace treaty. The…

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello – Running A Newspaper with Hetta Hopper. Ep54, 440302

By Keith September 29, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Costello has learned he just inherited a fortune. As mayor of Sherman Oaks, Abbott plans to help him invest it. Costello shows off what he knows about the newspaper industry.…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Letter By Carrier Pigeon. 420729

By Keith September 29, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After learning about the tall, thin man in a frayed gray suit who placed an ad with the coat of arms in it, the gents need to decide the right…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Shooting Of Dan McGrew. ep916, 550327

By Keith September 28, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

For a change, Don takes the audience to the home of Bob Crosby where he talks with his wife about an upcoming appearance. Bob has been away so much lately…

Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

Command Performance – Jeannie Crain, William Bendix, Gene Krupa Trio. ep161, 450208

By Keith September 28, 2025Command Performance, Music

The 19-year-old Jean Crane hosts the show, and has all the gents on the show going crazy. Harry james and his orchestra play, while Kitty Callan sings, I'm Beginning to…

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 Emperor’s New Clothes. ep42

By Keith September 27, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

The audio starts with the story in progress. Audio quality is excellent. The story of a conceited, arrogant king who is taken in by a couple of con men posing…