Retro Radio Podcast

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

American History Through the Eyes of Radio ep2 1723AD John Bartram’s Garden

By Keith November 30, 2021American History Through the Eyes of Radio, Documentary and Interview

Cavalcade Of America 1937 John Bartram's Garden. ep108, 371110 The story of one of the greatest botanists who ever lived, John Bartram. To open the show, enjoy the song from…

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 – Telephone Joke On Lum. 460916

By Keith November 29, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner1 Comment

Abner and grandpap play checkers, while Lum is at home. Is Lum ailing, or recovering after a human fly stunt? Nope, he's OK. He's waiting for word from a radio…

A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

Great Gildersleeve – Selling the Iron Deer. ep16, 411214

By Keith November 29, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Facing a budget crunch, Gildersleeve is also faced with a household who all need money to spend on the upcoming Christmas holiday season. He has over extended himself in buying…

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 – How The Gang Spent Thanksgiving. ep671, 481128

By Keith November 28, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

Flashback to Jacks house on Thanksgiving Day. Rochester sings, if you can call it that, as he does some house cleaning. Jack has some set backs as he gets ready…

Judy Canova – Exclusive Brentwood Society Party. ep43, 451222

By Keith November 28, 2021Comedy, Judy Canova

Opening in her trademark yodelling style, Judy sings, I Hate to See That Evening Sun Go Down. As Christmas draws near, Judy has returned home after her New York visit,…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – Dennis Wants A Raise. ep492, 431128

By Keith November 28, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

Barbara Stanwick fills in for Mary, who is out with laryngitis. She opens with Don, and teases with Phil about how stingy Jack is. Where's Dennis? Cut to the hallway…

American History Through the Eyes of Radio ep1 1712AD Sentinels of the Deep

By Keith November 28, 2021American History Through the Eyes of Radio, Documentary and Interview

Cavalcade of America 1936 Sentinels of the Deep. ep51, 361014 A story of lighthouses and ships. To help set the stage. the show opens with an instrumental, Sinbad the Sailor…

"Cowboys and Gunslinger Photographs" - A black and white photograph featuring a collection of antique firearms and cowboy memorabilia. The items are arranged on a wooden table, and include revolvers, pistols, rifles, bullets, and other cowboy accessories. The image evokes the rugged and lawless nature of the American West during the late 19th century, when duels and shootouts were common. The artifacts serve as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives and culture of cowboys and gunslingers from this era.

Gunsmoke Cooter. 541127

By Keith November 27, 2021Gunsmoke, Western

Matt Dillon, the first man they want to look for, and the last they want to meet. Chester meets Matt on the stage coach as he returns from Salina. Chester…

Silhouettes of five musicians playing musical instruments against a glowing orange and yellow background - possibly a jazz band performing on stage.

Jubilee – Earl Hines, June Richmond. ep106, 441127

By Keith November 27, 2021Jubilee, Music

Audio is weak, has low resolution, and fades in spots. Playlist: Ernie Whitman calls on Earl Hines to play, Keep on Jumping. Slim of, Slim and Slam talks with Ernie…

Command Performance – Herbert Marshall, Bergen And McCarthy. ep94, 431127

By Keith November 27, 2021Command Performance, Music

Host tonight is Herbert Marshall. He starts by reading greetings from the mailbag. Bob Wills, with his Texas Playboys, sings, San Antonio Rose. Anita Ellis sings, More Than You Know.…