1939 – Page 5 – 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 – Inventor Of Death. 391112

By Keith October 12, 2023Shadow, Suspense and Horror

An inventor, George Aldrin, has created a mechanical man, and Lamonte Cranston is in the audience to watch the demonstration. Henry the robot responds to mental commands from the inventor,…

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

Jack Benny – Introducing Dennis Day. ep343, 391008

By Keith October 1, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Rochester drives Jack to pick up the cast members. Mary scoffs at the 1929 Maxwell, joking the horse may be making a comeback. Phil is teased about his spontaneous sounding…

Green Hornet – Put It On Ice. 390704

By Keith June 16, 2023Adventure, Green Hornet

A meat packer is the victim of sabotage when his shipments are tainted and made unsafe for the public. Who could be doing this? Who is his enemy? The Green…

Rows of gravestones and headstones in a military cemetery, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and trees. The gravestones are arranged in neat rows and columns, with some bearing the insignia of different military branches. The sky is overcast and the trees in the background are in the midst of changing colors, indicating autumn.

Arch Obolers Plays – Mirage. 390401

By Keith June 5, 2023Lights Out, Suspense and Horror

Also aired as episode 51 on 430921. At a beach party, a couple step outside for a breath of fresh air. As they stroll the beach, and argue, they spot…

Jack Benny – Behind the Scenes of Man About Town. ep333, 390423

By Keith April 23, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Or: Guests Binnie Barns, And Mark Sandrich. Since Phil and Jack are busy with their film, Don and Kenny proclaim to take over, but the scene fades to Jack and…

Hillbilly Boys – First Song, Little Dutch Kindergarten. ep 4. 1939

By Keith April 14, 2023Hillbilly Boys, Music

Playlist: Horace sings, Dutch Kindergarten. Pat reads letters from fans of the sponsor and of the show. Leon and Horrace sing, Coconut Grove. Pat warns folks off of buying inferior…

Jack Benny – Four Girls in White. ep331, 390409

By Keith April 9, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

The sensation of the Easter Parade, Jack Benny, enters to joke about style, fashion, and Carmichael his Polar bear. The flashy fashions of Rochester and Phil are mentioned, and the…

Jack Benny – April Fool’s Gags. ep330, 390402

By Keith April 2, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Don brings us the man who held the ladder for Clark Gable to elope with Carol Lumbard, Jack Benny. The news of the celebrity wedding is the focus of jokes.…

Red Skelton (Avalon Time) April Fools Day. ep13, 390401

By Keith April 1, 2023Comedy, Red Skelton

The jokes take on a nautical feel, when Red Skelton talks about sailors, ships, and storms. Phil Davis plays, Begin the Beguine. Red talks about his new suit. When the…

Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Inherited Yacht. ep198, 390328

By Keith March 28, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Uncle Tyconderoga has left word that Fibber is to recieve an inheritance. Hal Peary is the lawyer who is handling the execution of the Will. In the process of things,…