1938 – Page 9 – 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 – power of the mind. 380424

By Keith April 9, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A spy has been torturing a scientist to tell him the formula of a new explosive, but instead causes his mind to snap. So he kidnaps a fellow countryman psychiatrist Lamont just met and demands that he repair the mental damage done.

Jack Benny – In New York, Fred Allen, Kate Smith. ep290, 380327

By Keith March 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack Benny - In New York, Fred Allen, Kate Smith. 380327. From New York, Jack is introduced and talks with Harry Vonzell about filling Don's shoes, Jack's train ride cross…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Preparing To Go To New York. ep289, 380320

By Keith March 20, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Spring is in the air, and Jack talks to Don about the sure signs that it's back. Phil arrives, and Jack breaks the news about the trip to New York.…

Jack Benny – Death In The Night Club. ep288, 380313

By Keith March 13, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack feels that Don needs some help with his methods of doing the show opening. Though Jack thinks his job was an example of sincerity, Phil thinks otherwise. When Mary…

A black and white photograph of a group of people gathered around a microphone in a radio studio. The group includes several men and women in formal attire, some holding scripts, and others wearing headphones. In the center of the photo is a large microphone with the words "Lux Radio Theatre" written on it. The studio is dimly lit, with visible soundproofing panels and technical equipment in the background. The photo appears to be from the year 1948.

Lux Radio Theater – Poppy (WC Fields). ep166, 380307

By Keith March 7, 2022Comedy, Drama, Lux

Featuring WC Fields and Ann Shirley. WC Fields is a con man, and scam artist who has a nearly grown daughter who he somehow managed to raise to have normal…

Jack Benny – Dons 15th Anniversary On Radio. ep287, 380306

By Keith March 6, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny1 Comment

Jack Benny - Dons 15th Anniversary On Radio. 380306. As Don begins the introduction, Jack takes over with a nice word to congradulate Don for his 15 years in radio.…

Jack Benny Program – Submarine D-1 Part Two. ep286, 380227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

After the whole cast, including audience greet one another, Jack and Don talk about doing something new on radio. As Jack complainss aboutt Fred Allen, Mary enters. They discuss corny…

Jack Benny – How Old Is Jack. ep285, 380220

By Keith February 20, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Although Jack's birthday was nearly a week before, the birthday jokes continue. Jack also gets teased over his military service in the past World War. Jack claims to be 33…

Good News – Guest Jack Benny. 380217

By Keith February 17, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Features regular, Frank Morgan, bragging about his musical ability. Meredeth Willson performs, Whistle While You Work. Baby Snooks does a sketch about telling time and daddy shaving. Jack Benny drops…

Jack Benny – Robert Taylor Plays Cello. ep284, 380213

By Keith February 13, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack talks with Don about being one of the best dressed men in America. Along with Clark Gable. Jack is teased about standing in a barrel, a famous scene from…