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A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Jack Camps With The Beavers. ep688, 490327

Posted by By Keith June 21, 2026Posted inComedy, Jack BennyNo Comments
in Jack’s home, Rochester sings as he does the spring cleaning. We discover an unfortunate love affair between Polly and his feather duster. Mary arrives to share a letter from…
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Alan Ladd, in the1950s.

Box 13 – Find Me, Find Death. ep36, 490424

Posted by By tom June 16, 2026Posted inBox 13, Detective and Mystery
Episode 36. A homicidal maniac gives Holiday four days to live.
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Old-Fashioned Compass Rose

I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse, Part 2. 491213

Posted by By Keith June 6, 2026Posted inAdventure, I Love a Mystery
Jack continues to tell the weeping woman, Sonny Richards, why he wants to help her. The Yung and beautiful woman seem to have everything to live for, but she's upset…
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Old-Fashioned Compass Rose

I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse. ep1, 491212

Posted by By Keith May 30, 2026Posted inAdventure, I Love a Mystery
We kick off a new series with the launch of this Carlton Morse adventure series. I Love a Mystery was one of several shows that featured Jack, Doc, and Reggie.…
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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.

Richard Diamond – The Betty Moran Case. ep6, 490529

Posted by By Keith May 27, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Richard Diamond
A blackmailer from the mob comes around to collect from Betty Moran. The strong-willed woman refuses him, kills the mobster, then shoots herself. The news story gets the attention of…
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Badges. night sticks, police officers.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Apple of Eve Caper. ep156, 490619

Posted by By Keith May 26, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Sam Spade
In the office, Effie is acting awfully nervous. Does she have a surprise to spring on Sam? Moving from the unpleasant surprise of his missing calendar... and he even met…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Box 13 – Mexican Maze. ep34, 490410

Posted by By tom May 14, 2026Posted inBox 13, Detective and Mystery
Episode 34. box 13
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Close-up of a microphone.

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day – Room Rent Due. ep88, 480925

Posted by By Keith May 14, 2026Posted inComedy, Dennis Day
Dennis opens with a song, Five Foot Two Eyes of Blue. In the Anderson home, Mrs. Anderson grows impatient when Dennis is three weeks late on his rent. Dennis is…
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Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen- George Should Be a doctor. 490224

Posted by By Keith May 12, 2026Posted inBurns and Allen, Comedy
Gracie’s latest fad is analyzing handwriting. She shares with her doubtful neighbor, Blanche that the expert claims that George should get out of radio. Now Blanche is a little less…
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Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen- George’s Cat Collection. 490217

Posted by By Keith April 28, 2026Posted inBurns and Allen, Comedy
George and Gracie discuss James Mason, and his reputation of being brutal towards women. She warns George to be on his best behavior when James and his wife come for…
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