1948 – Page 28 – Retro Radio Podcast

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Panama Hat. ep3. 481010

By Keith October 10, 2021Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

An all expenses paid weekend in Malibu, a red head, and a white Panama hat are just a few of the ingredients that combine for the next adventure for Philip…

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.

Quiet Please – One For The Book. ep75, 481121

By Keith October 9, 2021Quiet Please, Science Fiction, Suspense and Horror

A story about an Air base that has been built on an old dry lake bed. Lake Muroc now hosts all sorts of test planes, fighters, bombers, and even ground…

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

Box 13 – short assignment. ep7, 481003

By tom October 3, 2021Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Episode 07. A meek little detective named George Flit hires Dan Holiday to help prevent a suicide.

Quiet Please – The Evening And The Morning. ep74, 481114

By Keith October 2, 2021Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

Ernest Chapel relates a story from a cemeteary. He's handcuffed, held at gun point, and visiting the grave of the person he's convicted of killing. The odd situation is explained…

Philip Marlowe – Red Wind. ep1, 480926

By Keith September 26, 2021Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Decent sound quality. Featuring Gerald Moore as Philip Marlowe. Along with different actors from previous airings and from the pilot episode. Hot, dry Santa Ana wind is blowing. The heat…

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 – Leroy is Jealous Of Baby. ep294, 480922

By Keith September 22, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

or the past two weeks, Gildersleeve has been visited by an abandoned baby. He stops in at Peavey's to pick up a roll of film to take pictures of the…

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 – McGee’s Tune. ep556, 480601

By Keith September 21, 2021Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber rushes home all excited, because hehas written a song that he thinks will be a big hit. He already has a name for it, Fibber's Tune. The Old Timer…

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 – Jack Returns To America By Ship And Hears An Echo. 481003

By Keith September 19, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

After spending the Summer making appearances throughout Europe, Jack is returning. England, France,and other countries. Now join the gang in flashback on the Queen Mary as they cruise home. Jack…

Box 13 – extra extra ep5, 480919

By tom September 19, 2021Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Episode 05. A young newsboy hires Dan to get his father out of jail.

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – Liz And The General. ep109, 480917

By Keith September 17, 2021Comedy, My Favorite Husband

Liz and George enjoy a breakfast. He is busy with his morning paper, and Liz wants some attention. They remember breakfast times of years gone past. The discussion turns to…