1943 – Page 3 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Royal Visit. ep101, 431121

By Keith August 8, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve gets a letter from a guy who became the richest man from his college class. He even married a Countess. LeRoy and Marjorie plan on greeting them in style,…

five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

GI Jive – Lucky Millinder, Are You Ready. ep415, 1943

By Keith July 26, 2024GI Jive, Music

The DJ today is Frank Nelson as he gets the musical requests all cued up on the on air jukebox of the AEF. Playlist: Lucky Millander with Trevor Bacon on…

Mr. and Mrs. North – The Letter

By Keith July 22, 2024Detective and Mystery, Mr and Mrs North

A friend of the North's has been taken to court based on stolen goods in his possession that led to a murder to cover it up. Or so it seems.…

Nick Carter – Flying Duck Murders. ep26, 431004

By Keith July 17, 2024Detective and Mystery, Nick Carter

When other investigators have been driven away, it's time to get Nick Carter on the job. Things get interesting pretty quick, as he mobilizes his team. Stubby and Patsy keep…

Silhouettes of five musicians playing musical instruments against a glowing orange and yellow background - possibly a jazz band performing on stage.

GI Jive – Joe Turner Blues. ep414, 1943

By Keith July 5, 2024GI Jive, Music

Lou Crosby introduces the show and turns it over to the DJ to get thing started.

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – Jacks African Trip. ep485, 431010

By Keith June 30, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Having just spent the Summer away on a USO tour to Africa, flashback to the moment when Don and Mary meet Jack at the airport. With all that brutal touring,…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

GI Jive – First Song, Good Queen Bess. ep272, 1943

By Keith June 14, 2024GI Jive, Music

It's Navy Day, and well known actress,Carol Bruce is the resident DJ.

Mr. and Mrs. North – The Dark Swarthy Man (Partial). ep12, 430317

By Keith May 22, 2024Detective and Mystery, Mr and Mrs North

Out on the town, the Norths stop in for a palm reading by Madam Zora. Pam is more excited over the dark swarthy man who is to enter their lives…

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 – Jake Is Sick. ep918, 351021

By Keith May 11, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

The announcer reminds the kiddies how to get their very own birthstone ring, just like Annie got for her birthday last week. Just send in the required labels from the…

Duffy’s Tavern – Christmas Show. 481223

By Keith December 23, 2023Comedy

The date is approximate. The show aired on Wednesdays, and this show was repeated from year to year at Christmas. Archie gets a call from Duffy and he complains about…