Retro Radio Podcast

Nick Carter, Master Detective – Nine Hours To Live. ep40, 440115

By Keith July 8, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nick Carter

Or... Nick Carter and the Death House Mystery. A last moment request is emblazoned across the radio waves. Is there hope for the condemned man with Nick Carter working his…

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 – Mothers Day Present Explained ep200, 480508

By Keith July 7, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Riley and the kids serve mom breakfast in bed. After the family moment, Peg gives Riley a gift for Mother’s Day. The kids are curious and ask her to tell…

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 Phantom Authors Identity. 420529

By Keith July 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The phantom author has been secretly delivering chapters of a mystery manuscript to Lum and his new publishing house. Today he has promised to reveal his identity if Lum will…

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 – Lunch At The Brown Derby. 490109

By Keith July 6, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don sets the stage for a flashback in the Brown Derby where two waiters argue over who has to take care of Jack Benny. While Jack and Mary wait for…

five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Mothers Best Flour – First Song, Nobodys Lonesome For Me. ep5, 510112

By Keith July 6, 2025Mothers Best, Music

In the radio studio, hank Williams makes a little small talk as he introduces each song. Playlist. Nobody's Lonesome for Me. The steel guitarist lays down some cool licks. Hymn…

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

Blue Beetle – The Invisible Ghost (Parts 1 and 2). ep9,10, 400529

By July 5, 2025Adventure, Blue Beetle

Blue Beetle. May 29, 1940. Program #9 & #10. Fox Features syndication. "The Invisible Ghost" Part one. Commercials added locally. The Blue Beetle tackles a crooked slot machine gang. Dr.…

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 Fisherman And His Wife. 410426

By Keith July 5, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

The pretenders share a fan letter that requests today's story. Let's take a motorcycle ride with the police to storyland. A fisherman has a wife who complains of their poverty,…

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 Green Witch. ep56, 491029

By Keith July 4, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Audio is good, but not the best. Madeline Hughes is in need of protection, and the life of a desperate man depends on having Marlowe find her. As the kiddies…

Lum and Abner – Abner Is Scared. 420528

By Keith July 4, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Mysterious events are afoot in Pine Ridge. A phantom author is leaving chapters of a manuscript in the Jot 'Em Down store. A mystery where the events in the story…

Richard Diamond, Private Detective – Gibson Murder Case. ep24, 491008

By Keith July 3, 2025Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

Though Richard beefs about the high price of groceries, it’s the hot weather that plays a part in the world of crime. Mr Gibson is an old man who is…