Retro Radio Podcast

Down Our Way – Someone Breaks Into Patience’s House. ep4, 1932

By Keith June 23, 2025Down Our Way, Drama, Upper Room, You Are There

Jenny receives a phone call from Patience about the choir practice tonight. The widow, Patience, has a man in her house, but he's a burglar. Eli, also a Deputy, is…

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 – First Show For CBS. 490102

By Keith June 22, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don announces this as being the first show for CBS, and sets the stage for a flashback. Jack, Mary, and Rochester drive to the studio in the Maxwell. Jack is…

G. I. Jive (AFRS) Benny Goodman – Bugle Call Rag. ep703, 1944

By Keith June 22, 2025GI Jive, Music

Hosted by GI Jill. Benny Goodman plays, Bugle Call Rag. Long Ago and Far Away. Johnny Mercer sings, GI Jive. Harry James plays, Backbeat Boogie. Note: YANK, The Army Weekly:…

A cover illustration for the March 1955 issue of "Galaxy Science Fiction." It features an astronaut floating in space among various objects, including a ham, a plant, a bottle, and spacecraft. The background is a starry sky. The title "Death of the Sun" by Willy Ley is mentioned. The design combines elements of science fiction and surrealism, conveying a sense of adventure and mystery in outer space.

X Minus One – Courtesy. ep14, 550818

By Keith June 21, 2025Science Fiction, X Minus One

The story of the second expedition to a faraway planet. Only 2 are left of the original 180 men, and only minutes are left to live. In flashback, the story…

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 – Golden Fleece (AFRS). 540717

By Keith June 21, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Today's story is a legend from Greek Mythology. Take a magical ride as a magical harp transports us to storyland. Prince Jason awaits the arrival of Shira, a well-known teacher…

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 – Oxford Overnight Writers Course. 420518

By Keith June 20, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric enters the Jot 'Em Down store, and talks to Abner about the dictionary that Lum has started working on. He also has a letter for Lum from the Oxford…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Hole in the Sky. ep978, 790509

By Keith June 20, 2025CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

Forced to take on a job smuggling contraband, an ace pilot must take a short-cut through a dangerous wormhole to get to his destination on schedule. --Find more at, CBS…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Rogue’s Gallery – Murder At Minden. ep29, 460103

By Keith June 19, 2025Detective and Mystery, Rogues Gallery

There's something big happening in the town of Minden, and Rogue is on the job to investigate. Who is his mysterious client, and what kind of pressure is he under?…

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.

The Great Gildersleeve – Audition Show. 410516

By Keith June 19, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Riding along on the train, we find that it runs past Wistful Vista, and in a day, it reaches the end of its line in Summerfield. We also witness the…

The Adventures of Sam Spade – Fairly Bright. 481031

By Keith June 18, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Get into the Halloween spirit with witches brews, costume parties, howling wolves, and more. Sam fits into a Halloween ball to pose as an uninvited guest. Instead of adding some…