Retro Radio Podcast

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

Whitehall 1212 – Case of Mrs Minerva Bannamon. ep21, 520420

By Keith August 12, 2025Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212

A 68-year-old widow left on an errand, and was never seen again. This is the story of the trail the police took to bring justice. Claims were made that she…

A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – Riley The Bookie. ep256, 491202

By Keith August 11, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Riley is stricken with fear, anxiously waiting his imminent death. A car back fires, but is mistaken for gunshots, and Riley swoons. What brought on this high suspense? Flashback to…

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 – The Rumor Backfires. 420625

By Keith August 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

To combat the rumor mill, Lum has started a rumor of his own. Today, Mousey has a full report on how well it worked. The accurate, and tedious detail is…

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Jack Doesn’t Have A Script. ep906, 550116

By Keith August 10, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

As the show begins, Jack is absent. Mary announces that he's in the hallway, talking to his writers. We listen in as Mary goes to eavesdrop to learn that the…

A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – Burns and Allen, Connie Haines, Joe Lilly Chorus. ep158, 450118

By Keith August 10, 2025Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Burns and Allen, Gracie introduces Rafia Mendez who plays, Flight of the Bumble Bee. George and Gracie talk about their guests, and the benefits of being married or…

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 – Ceres and Proserpina. ep34, 531128

By Keith August 9, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Travel to storyland by riding a parade of zoo animals, the classic tale of a wealthy merchant who lost all he had. He and his two daughters now have to…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 48 Chapter 5 The Strength and The Glory Of The Human Spirit 431107

By Keith August 9, 2025Drama, One Mans Family

Opening Line: The spirit of the Barber family has been subdued at their great loss. Joan has had pneumonia, and recovered almost before anyone knew what happened in the face…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Island of TinYutan. ep24, 491105

By Keith August 8, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Join Johnny Dollar on an exotic trip to the tropics. If it's not a case of insurance fraud, his company may need to pay out after a missing man has…

Lum and Abner – Lum Starts A Rumor To Help Abner. 420623

By Keith August 8, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

A crossed wire that Lum intended to patch a rift between Abner and Lizabeth has gone wrong. Today Abner talks to grandpap to fill him in on the details. Grandpap…

Stan Freeberg – CBS Censor. ep6, 570818

By Keith August 7, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

Stan is bothered by a network censor while trying to sing Old Man River. The censor keeps interrupting to correct his grammar. After a brief historical sketch. Peggy Tailor sings,…