1948 – Retro Radio Podcast

Rows of gravestones and headstones in a military cemetery, surrounded by well-manicured lawns and trees. The gravestones are arranged in neat rows and columns, with some bearing the insignia of different military branches. The sky is overcast and the trees in the background are in the midst of changing colors, indicating autumn.

Inner Sanctum Mysteries – Murder Faces East. 481213

By Keith December 17, 2024Inner Sanctum, Suspense and HorrorNo Comments

After a few morbid bits of humor about freezing to death, the feature gets started. A recently arrested man sits in a gloomy jail cell. In flashback and narrative, we…

The Big Town – Deadline at Dawn. 481214

By Keith December 14, 2024Big Town, Detective and MysteryNo Comments

A shake down racket has been operating on the South side of town. When small business owners don't buy from the local gangster, they find themselves being roughed up, or…

The Abbott and Costello Show- Sam Shovel, Case of the Curbstone Murder. ep242, 481202

By Keith December 2, 2024Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Bud and Lou talk about boxing, and some of the down sides of it. After a musical transition, Bud talks bad about Lou's family, and some of the jobs they…

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.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Wheel Of Life Caper. ep107, 480711

By Keith November 26, 2024Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Bernadine is back to replace Effie Perine as Sam's secretary. She has Sam singing the blues as he dictates his report on how a man was murdered with a buzz…

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

Philo Vance – The Eagle Murder Case. 480713

By Keith November 21, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philo Vance

A man is raced to the hospital, and was alert enough to warn his attendants about danger. On arrival at the hospital, with nobody having access to him, he is…

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Bluebeard Caper. ep111, 480808

By Keith November 14, 2024Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Sam gets involved in murder when a timid man comes to him, asking for help in preventing a woman from marrying into an abusive relationship. Silvia seems pretty capable in…

Various baking and cooking equipment including measuring cups, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Mary Lee Taylor Show – Old Friend Charlie. . 481203

By Keith November 9, 2024Documentary and Interview, Mary Lee Taylor

Though her baby isn't due for a few more months, Sally's baby is at the center of today's visit with the Carters. Sally marvels that her baby will be about…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

You Are There – The Battle Of Hastings, 1066AD. 480606

By Keith November 4, 2024Drama, You Are There

The French and British armies face off. The commanding Generals meet at Hastings to discuss terms of battle. CBS reporters are on the scene to interview the participants, from top…

Quiet Please – And Jeannie Dreams Of Me. ep70, 481017

By Keith October 31, 2024Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

Ernest Chapel presents a story of a troubled man. He has had a lifelong recurring dream. What do the elements of the dream mean? Tall oaks, a big house with…

A scary face costume, standing against a plain background. The costume consists of a hood with a grotesque, exaggerated face, with sharp teeth and sunken eyes. The man is wearing a black hooded robe and holding his hands up in a menacing gesture. The overall effect is creepy and unsettling.

Inner Sanctum Mysteries – Death Of A Doll. 481018

By Keith October 25, 2024Inner Sanctum, Suspense and Horror

Our gruesomely punny host presents a newspaper story. A story of a man, the doll of a dead girl, and the devil. How did such a scene come to be?…