Retro Radio Podcast

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Double Date With Marjorie. ep333, 491005

By Keith March 20, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve has to deal with a couple of active kids. Leroy's accident-prone nature on his bike soon pales compared to the fast-driving Marjorie, and her new college friends. He's just…

Richard Diamond – The Lynn Knight Case. ep16, 490806

By Keith March 19, 2025Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

Get a feel for the busy streets of New York, as described by the picturesque speech of Richard Diamond. Despite his lighthearted banter, he's quick to let us know that…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Cedric Is Rich. 420310

By Keith March 19, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap is in the library and tells Lum about the story of King Midas. Lum wonders if Cedric has somehow become like King Midas. He's had a lot of money…

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.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – Sugar Kane Caper. 481003

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

On a case where he has to rub elbows with high society, Sam gets the details about a man who married Elanor, a woman twice his age. Her death caused…

Lum and Abner – Lum Is Wearing Diogenes Clothes. 420309

By Keith March 17, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After Diogenes has left town, he left both Lum and Cedric in charge. Lum tries out his new position by wearing Diogenes clothes. The clothes make Lum feel like the…

"Two cowboys, Wild Bill Hickok and his trusty sidekick Jingles, ride their horses through a rocky landscape. Wild Bill holds a revolver in his right hand and Jingles holds a shotgun in his left. They both wear cowboy hats, bandanas and leather vests adorned with fringe. In the foreground, a buffalo stands in the grass, watching them pass by."

Wild Bill Hickock – Outlaws Bargain. ep7, 510513

By Keith March 17, 2025Western, Wild Bill Hickock

Featuring Guy Madison as Wild Bill, and Andy Devine as Jingles. Among western outlaws there was none so dangerous as Faro Stroud. Though the outlaw has been captured, and 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 – The Sportsmens Replacement. ep613, 470316

By Keith March 16, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

It's that time for the Academy Awards, and Jack talks to Don about the celebrities at the event that he was the MC. Mary shares a poem about television, and…

G.I. Jive (AFRS) Rhumboogie. ep509, 1943

By Keith March 16, 2025GI Jive, Music

Playlist: An unnamed band blays, and an unnamed female vocalist sings, Rhum boogie. Hellen Forrest maybe? Delta Rhythm Boys sing, Take the A Train. A plug for taking self-improvement correspondence…

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 – Murder In The Death House. ep16, 400107

By Keith March 15, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A citizens committee is organized to clean up crime, and corruption. Margot Lane is enthusiastic at being part of it, and drags her boss, Lamonte Cranston along to the meeting.…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Archie Andrews – Stranded On An Island. 460713

By Keith March 15, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

Here he is again, right out of the comic books with all his friends, Archie Andrews. The story begins with a common, pesky fly. The buzzing little critter is bugging…