Retro Radio Podcast

Booster rockets at the bottom of an Apollo, Saturn style rocket.

CBS Radio Mystery Theater – Golden Girl. ep972, 790418

By Keith May 10, 2025CBS Radio Mystery, Suspense and Horror

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 – The Bride Of Death. ep110, 380306

By Keith May 9, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror1 Comment

Superstitious omens foretell the tragedy of death. A mysterious explosion has killed the reverend Colby, and ten others. Lamonte Cranston is on the scene with Margot Lane to investigate a…

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 – The Wonderful World Apartment Plan. 420417

By Keith May 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

As Lum and Abner ponder the big picture of solving the problem of how to spend the $10K, Elizabeth phones in to hound Abner about taking care of a few…

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 – Jolly Boys Band. ep340, 491123

By Keith May 8, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Leroy gives Gildersleeve grief about going to school. Gildy goes to sing with his Jolly Boys who sing a few bars of, Rambling Rose. Back home, Leroy has a surprise…

Nero Wolfe – Calculated Risk. ep14, 510119

By Keith May 8, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe1 Comment

Killers seem to be throwing themselves at Nero Wolfe, when a man with a date with murder won't take no for an answer. The large, red bearded man claims to…

Nick Carter, Master Detective – Double Disguise. ep39, 440108

By Keith May 7, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nick Carter

Or, Mystery of the Missing Heiress. A down on his luck man is desperate, and though he tries to rob Nick, the detective turns the situation around. The man is…

Lum and Abner – More Spending Ideas. 420416

By Keith May 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Squire has gotten wind of the existence of the $10k prize money, but so far has been fended off from getting his hands on it. Though a winner has been…

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.

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Strangle Hold. ep54, 491015

By Keith May 6, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Taking in a pro wrestling match, Philip Marlowe is soon on the job. Get caught up in the ringside activities as Marlowe offers the descriptive dialog. A dame enters with…

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 – Good Grammar. ep515, 470506

By Keith May 6, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly gets onto Fibber about his poor language. Grammar that is, not profanities. Although when a window shade frustrates Fibber, he slips into a little dad-dratted vulgarities. Lena pops in…

Lum and Abner – Ulysses Wants Toll Bridge. 420414

By Keith May 5, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner had been running a contest on how to spend Diogene’s money. None of the suggestions are worthwhile. Their latest problem is that Ulysses S Quincy insists on…