1940 – Page 4 – 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 – Death Is An Art. ep186, 400211

By Keith April 12, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

On the waterfront a cop spots a suspicious man. He is identified as previously trying to commit suicide, but tonight the melancholy man seems to be on a different mission.…

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

The Blue Beetle – Murder For Profit (Part 1 and 2). eps5,6, 400522

By Keith March 29, 2025Adventure, Blue Beetle

Blue Beetle. May 22, 1940. Program #5 & #6. Fox Features syndication. "Murder For Profit" Part one. Commercials added locally. An industrialist has been murdered on the operating table in…

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.

Blue Beetle – Sabotage and Liquidation (Part 1 and 2). ep3 and 4. 400517

By Keith March 22, 2025Adventure, Blue Beetle

Blue Beetle. May 17, 1940. Program #3 & #4. Fox Features syndication. "Sabotage and Liquidation" Part one. Commercials added locally. A new Army pursuit plane crashes, it looks like an…

Shadow – The Return Of Carnation Charlie. ep185, 400204

By Keith March 21, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A gangster on death row who is known for wearing his lucky carnation, asks for the favor of wearing one as he's marched to the death house. He claims the…

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.…

The image is a colorful, minimalist illustration of a dog with a light green head, white body, and black spots. The dog's ears are dark red, its nose is black, and its tongue is red, hanging out to one side. It has large, round white eyes with a black dot in the center. The dog is sitting upright with a lifted paw and a curved black tail. The background is solid blue.

Little Orphan Annie – Monte is Captured by Kirby. 1940

By Keith December 14, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

Hey kiddies! Get your own nifty shake up mug, usually 50 cents, but free for a limited time for the foil seal from the sponsor product. Man alive! What fun…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Models A Dress. ep253, 400618

By Keith June 18, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills opens with, Do It Again. Planning a trip, Fibber maps out a route, while Molly reviews her dress pattern. A phone call finds Molly getting the tragic news…

Jack Benny – Father’s Day, Henry Aldrich. ep379, 400616

By Keith June 16, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

In a rush to make the last day in the studio for the season, Jack and Don take a cab, they are joined by Mary, and Phil at the drugstore…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Wall Paper. ep252, 400611

By Keith June 11, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Audio resolution is a little low, with record player hum, and bleed through from other tracks, but good. Billy Mills opens with, You. On this lovely Spring Day, the McGee's…

Jack Benny – Vacation Plans. ep378, 400609

By Keith June 9, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

The last of the season is winding down, and Jack talks about how the months fly by. What about a vacation in Hawaii, where the seasons are all the same?…