1947 – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

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.

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Treasure Cave. ep204, 470925

By Keith May 31, 2025Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

It's early evening in the Blue Note Cafe, and Ethelbert talks to police chief Logan. When Ann Williams, and Casey enter, a rivalry over each other's job’s kicks in. A…

Crime Club – Silent Witnesses. ep18, 470327

By Keith May 29, 2025Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The unusual story of a letter that was registered by death. A young girl falls asleep reading a murder mystery novel. She awakens at the sound of gunshots. Was it…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee And Molly – Old Family Recipe – Shrimps McGee. ep518, 470527

By Keith May 27, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly has gone shopping and left Fibber home alone. With time on his hands, Fibber has decided to cook a special treat for dinner. Shrimps McGee, from an old family…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Allen’s Alley. ep623, 470525

By Keith May 25, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In place of Don Wilson, Rochester introduces the show today. Will this mean more money for him? Yeah, right. Mary enters to tease Jack about his addition to the cast…

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 – Melilot. 470823

By Keith May 24, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

The Pretenders take us to storyland by a fast ride in a convertible sports car. Three brothers find themselves in trouble with an evil witch. They contemplate the horrible fate…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Is Interviewed, Assessor. ep517, 470520

By Keith May 20, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Reading the newspaper, Fibber suddenly sees himself as an expert on world affairs. The Old Timer makes a visit, after not being on the show in a long time. He…

Jack Benny – From New York. ep622, 470518

By Keith May 18, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Kenny Delmar, announcer for Fred Allen, substitutes for Don Wilson while the gang is in New York. Of course, the jokes about Fred Allen kick into high gear. Mary Livingston…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Smuggled Irish Tweed. ep516, 470513

By Keith May 13, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Though the war is long over, and rationing pretty much a thing of the past, apparently bolts of Irish tweed cloth are illegal to smuggle into the country. Knowing better,…

Jack Benny – From Chicago. ep621, 470511

By Keith May 11, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

On the road, the gang broadcast from Chicago. Norman Berry substitutes for Don Wilson. Doing a rigorous schedule of 8 shows per day, Jack talks about the fun he has…

Fibber McGee And Molly – Good Grammar. ep515, 470506

By Keith May 6, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly gets onto Fibber about his poor language. Grammar that is, not profanities. Although when a window shade frustrates Fibber, he slips into a little dad-dratted vulgarities. Lena pops in…