1949 – Page 27 – 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 Bums Rush. ep48, 490903

By Keith September 3, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Audio quality is good, but not as high resolution as others in the series. Aunt jessie phones philip for help for her problem. A proud man wants to win her…

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.

Dragnet – Myra The Red Head. ep13, 490901

By Keith September 1, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

Working the Auto Theft detail, a gang has been apprehended, but the brains of the operation is still at large. Chief Backstrand calls on Joe Friday to question the 19…

Box 13 – The Better Man. ep20, 490102

By Keith August 30, 2022Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Dan Holiday is a freelance author who gets ideas from people who write to him at Box 13 at the Star Times. His adventure this week is in responce to…

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 – Making Christmas Cards. ep602, 491206

By Keith August 29, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's the holiday season, and time for Fibber to show off his artistic, creative side. Mayor Latrivia visits to compare artistic notes, and talk about Fibber's uncle Sycamore. What would…

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’s Memory Is Lost And Found. 491009

By Keith August 28, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

After losing his memory last week, Jack has a generous demeanor instead of being stingy. Mary talks with her maid about Jack's new outlook on life. She's worried about Jack,…

Richard Diamond – The Van Dyke Seance Case. ep21, 490910

By Keith August 24, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

Money troubles plague Richard Diamond and he tells how it all started with a seance. Of course it's a scam, isn't it always? There's no law that prevents people from…

Fibber McGee and Molly – The Bargain Inner Tube. ep601, 491129

By Keith August 22, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

As the McGee's arrive home, their car gets a blowout. Hey, at least it had a flat just as they reached home. The Old Timer stops in to add his…

Jack Benny – Jack Takes Inventory And Has A Memory Loss. 491002

By Keith August 21, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack seems as stingy as ever as he and Rochester are at home, taking inventory in the pantry. Running gags appear from flubs made last week, and the topic of…

Richard Diamond – The Bloody Hat Case. ep11, 490702

By Keith August 17, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

Most people live a life, free of trouble, or at least the kind of trouble that awaits Richard Diamond. The action starts with a bar fight over a girl. There's…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of Murder With A Thousand Witnesses. 490929

By Keith August 16, 2022Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

The cheerful atmosphere at the county fair is marred when the judge of the baking contest dies of poisning, and from a cake that his own wife baked. The maid,…