1949 – Page 17 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Spring Cleaning. 490327

By Keith July 10, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's home in Beverly Hills, Rochester does the Spring cleaning as he sings some ad lib lyrics about Jack. They joke about love in the Springtime, and Polly's love…

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.

Box 13 – Treasure of Hang Lee. ep41, 490529

By tom July 7, 2022Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Episode 41. A trip to Chinatown gets Dan a priceless piece of jade, and the quest for a treasure.

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 – The Umbrella Stand. ep593, 491004

By Keith July 5, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The McGees recieve a package from the Bon Ton Department store. It's an umbrella stand. The Old Timer arrives to interupt Fibbers rant over the stand, and his desire to…

Jack Benny – Mary And Van Johnson Are Late. 490320

By Keith July 3, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Don goes into flashback mode to Jack's house where the gang are getting ready for Easter, and waiting for guest, Van Johnson to appear. Rochester goes to make a phone…

Fibber McGee and Molly – McGees Mustard Slogan (Fragment). ep591, 490920

By Keith June 28, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is all set to write a slogan for a contest. Molly sees a problem in his plan, but Fibber won't be distracted. The Old Timer adds to the fun…

Jack Benny – After The Races. 490313

By Keith June 26, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Don raves about the success of Jacks first ever television show. Mary and Dennis enter to tease Jack about his television debut. Phil has some good words on the topic.…

Boston Blackie – Nobody At The Door. ep226, 490511

By Keith June 25, 2022Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

The phone rings in Boston Blackies office, but nobody is there. Then theire's a knock at the door, but nobody's there. Only an envelope, but it's empty too. What's going…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Special: 15th Anniversary Show. 490913

By Keith June 21, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

A special 1 hour show full of NBC's biggest radio stars. Harlow Wilcox reads some early reviews from 1935, then Fibber and Molly remember some early moments but are interupted…

Jack Benny – A Day At The Races. 490306

By Keith June 19, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Flashback time. Rochester and jack head to the race track, and begin the adventure with fun in the Maxwell. Jack comments on the scenery as they go motoring. Eventually they…

Jack Benny – The Horn Blows At Midnight. 490220.

By Keith June 19, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Don Wilson flashes back to about an hour before the broadcast. Jack complains to Rochester about the sandwich that he brought for him. Mary pops into Jacks dressing room to…