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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 – Jack Tries to Find Replacement for the Sportsmen. ep612, 470309

By Keith March 9, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

It's tax season in OTR land, and Rochester tries to fill out his complicated tax forms. Can Jack do any better as he lends a hand? Mary changes the topic…

G.I. Jive (AFRS) Harry James – Back Beat Boogie. ep466 1943

By Keith March 9, 2025GI Jive, Music

Playlist: Harry James plays, Backbeat Boogie. Andrews Sisters sing, the Strip Polka. News item about a supply Sergeant. Benny Carter plays a jazzy, swinging tune. Hellen Forrest sings, Shady Lady…

A photograph of an indigenous island culture frame, set against a tropical background. The frame is made of intricately carved wood, with various patterns and symbols etched into its surface. It is propped up against a palm tree, with the ocean and other palm trees visible in the background. The overall effect is one of vibrant island culture and tradition, with the frame serving as a symbol of the region's rich artistic heritage.

I Love Adventure – The Hundred Million Dollar Manhunt. ep5, 480523

By Keith March 8, 2025Adventure

Episode 5 in this Carlton Morse series. The International escapades of Jack, Doc, and Reggie continues with the $100million Manhunt. Doc is still missing as Jack and Reggie get their…

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

Archie Andrews – Masked Marvel. 460706

By Keith March 8, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

Today Jughead and Archie are planning to go swimming. They are spotted by bully, Butch McGonigal. Archie gets knocked down, but to defend himself in the future, he gets a…

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.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Racehorse Piledriver Matter. ep20, 491008

By Keith March 7, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar1 Comment

Johnny investigates a matter of a race horse, and a question of insurance fraud. Piledriver is facing being killed since he hasn't won any races, but is his owner trying…

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’s License Plate Stolen. 420302

By Keith March 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's air raid warden duties haven't turned up any dangers from the sky, but they are beginning to uncover suspicious activities from Diogenes Smith. Mousey continues to watch at night,…

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 – Gildy The Song Writer. ep331, 490921

By Keith March 6, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve is faced with getting Marjorie and Leroy new school clothes and supplies. Though Leroy is all too willing to drop out so Marjorie will have the extra cash for…

Charlie Chan – The Romantic Engineer. 1946

By Keith March 6, 2025Detective and Mystery

A unique case of a woman with her husband kidnapped has a ransom note, not asking for money, but offering to pay her money. Charlie Chan and his #1 son…

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

21st Precinct – Case Of The Young Incorrigible. ep2, 530714

By Keith March 5, 202521st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

A call comes in that an escaped mental patient is loose on the streets. A woman reports to the desk sergeant about her juvenile delinquent son. She is trying to…

Lum and Abner – Mousey’s Report. 420227

By Keith March 5, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

With all the extra duties and jobs that the folks of Pine Ridge put on him, Lum keeps adding trinkets to his new Air Raid warden uniform to fuel his…