Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Message From The Hills. ep131, 380731

By Keith June 28, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A pilot of a mail plane has a problem and finds his path has crossed with Margot Lane and Lamont Cranston. What weird things are going on in the hills?…

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

Sherlock Holmes – Problem of Thor Bridge. ep183, 451001

By Keith June 27, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

Paying a visit to Holmes, Watson finds his friend in a gay mood, and on a new case. Holmes lays out the details of the murder in the governor's mansion.…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Jewels On Squires Property. 420522

By Keith June 27, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum still seeks a worthy manuscript for his new publishing house, and Abner frets over the bills of the Jot 'Em Down store. We find them in the store, reading…

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

Great Gildersleeve – Hayride. ep345, 491228

By Keith June 26, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve2 Comments

It's dinnertime and Gildersleeve enjoys a meal with his family. Leroy gripes about Marjorie's affections of late, and after announcing her engagement last week to Bronco. Jealous of his neighbor,…

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

Whitehall 1212 – Case of the Fatal Bath. ep20, 520413

By Keith June 26, 2025Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212

A letter arrives for Scotland Yard inspectors to read. Ramsey enters, coincidentally with information on that same crime. The 2-hour interview turns up plenty of things about a bride who…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Little Man Who Wasn’t All There. ep23, 491029

By Keith June 25, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Everyone's favorite freelance insurance investigator lays out his expenses in locating the little man who wasn't there. A matter of fraud from a man who had his wife insured, and…

Lum and Abner – The USO. 420521

By Keith June 25, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum goes over manuscripts for his new publishing company with Abner. He's looking for submissions from young, hopeful writers, but all he's gotten so far is slush and mush from…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Lies To A Stranger About His Wealth. ep576, 490222

By Keith June 24, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber and Molly expect a visitor that they met the year before while travelling in Canada. Fibber took it upon himself to brag to the wealthy Canadian host that he…

Charlie Chan – Meeting Willoughby’s Plane

By Keith June 24, 2025Detective and Mystery

We catch up with the famous detective in the middle of a case. Previously, Willoughby had his son murdered, and Charlie has been investigating the case. Charlie shares his theories…

Lum and Abner – Mouseys Poems. 420519

By Keith June 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum has decided not to pursue a career as an author, but he still wants to focus on the literary field. He feels there's more to be made in the…