1942 – Page 13 – Retro Radio Podcast

Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Spoils of Europe. ep6, 1942

By Keith May 19, 2025Documentary and Interview

When it comes to obtaining raw materials for the war effort, Nazi Germany puts all bargaining aside. The only deals are those that meet their own demands. Embargos are placed.…

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 – Cedrics Tent. 420424

By Keith May 19, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Relating back to an episode from months ago, Lum and Abner had to sell a strip of their property to Cedric so he could have a library card. In the…

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Lets Pretend (CBS) House of the World. 421226

By Keith May 17, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

A house without windows, the house of the world, has Good Will and his child companion shut out. Walls keep him shut out, but inside a young family feel the…

Lum and Abner – Cedric Can’t Get An Apartment. 420423

By Keith May 16, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The Wonderful World apartments, a project designed to house every family in Pine Ridge, has been going over like Gangbusters with folks in town. Lum goes over the blueprints and…

Lum and Abner – Mouseys Mother. 420421

By Keith May 14, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum tries to talk Mousey into naming the apartment building after himself instead of the name originally picked. Since Mousey thought up the plan, and it's just like a mother…

Lum and Abner – Grandpaps Apartment. 420420

By Keith May 12, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

With a new direction clearly defined, construction plans for the new, modern apartments are about to begin. Lum is thrilled with the feedback and support that is coming in from…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – The Little Mermaid. 420829

By Keith May 10, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

The Pretenders read a letter from a fan who has requested today's story. Let's all ride horses into storyland and enjoy. At the bottom of the sea, mermaids wonder over…

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…

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…

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…