1947 – 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.

The Great Gildersleeve – In Trouble with Bessie’s Boyfriend. ep257, 470924

By Keith October 1, 2026Comedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments

When a misdelivered letter and a helpful shopping trip spark town gossip that Gildersleeve is dating his secretary, her jealous boyfriend comes looking for trouble—leaving Gildy deserted by the Jolly Boys and forced to face the music alone.

The Great Gildersleeve – Getting Everything Snug for Winter. ep256, 470917

By Keith September 24, 2026Comedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments

While prepping his house for winter, Gildersleeve battles a faulty reservoir valve, a neighborhood car collision, and a misunderstanding with Judge Hooker.

Stylized AI illustration titled "Casey, Crime Photographer." It features a man in a suit holding a camera with a flashbulb. Surrounding him are text elements like "Flash Bulb Detective," "City Beat Hero," "Gunshot," and "Murder Hero," alongside graphics of a light bulb and film negatives. The background resembles old newspaper clippings with headlines about robbery and crime, reinforcing the crime photography theme. The style is vintage and comic-like.

Casey, Crime Photographer – Hideout. 470828

By Keith September 17, 2026Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

A bank robbery, an extortionist dive owner, and a gangland murder lead Casey and Ann deep into the city's dark underbelly to set a high-stakes trap for a runaway gangster.

Crime Club – Death On The 710. ep32, 470703

By Keith September 15, 2026Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

Poisoned on a train with a fatal dose of atropine, a wealthy socialite leaves behind a trail of bitter enemies. The police and a mystery writer partner up to set a dramatic trap for the killer.

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy Tries to Renew Romance with Eve. ep255, 470910

By Keith September 11, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve1 Comment

On a quiet Sunday, Gildy's failed family board game night leaves him wide awake, thinking about Eve Goodwin. A visit to Peavey's drugstore and a box of chocolates lead to a romantic musical reunion—but can Gildersleeve handle Eve's cultured personality?

Depiction of Jesus Christ in a purple robe, reaching out with one hand.

Greatest Story Ever Told – They Which See Not, Shall See. ep16, 470511

By Keith August 15, 2026Drama, Greatest Story

A drama of spiritual vision. Peter and John discuss healing both the physically blind and the spiritually blind. Elsewhere, we join a boy named Paul and his father, Joshua, who…

Crime Club – Murder Makes A Mummy. ep27, 470529

By Keith August 12, 2026Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The librarian has the book waiting for you, so come right over for the absorbing story of a corpse who wouldn't be bound by the rules. Barney, an Egyptology enthusiast…

Danger, Doctor Danfield – Mad Men Strike Swiftly. 470105

By Keith August 11, 2026Detective and Mystery, Doctor Danfield

A man sits on death row for a murder he claims he didn't commit. Believing his story, Doc Danfield sets out to gather hard evidence before time runs out. Standing…

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Called in by the IRS. ep254, 470604

By Keith July 21, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Leroy has been a little too rambunctious in the house, and Birdie is forced to tell Gildersleeve’s about his activities. Despite the seriousness of the broken window, she presents the…

Crime Club – Murder On Margin. ep26, 470522

By Keith July 14, 2026Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

An intriguing story of the stocks of passion, and the bonds of death. After a tough day at work, a Manicurist and a barber talk about living a better lifestyle.…