1949 – Page 29 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – The Haunted House. ep324, 490420

By Keith April 20, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

The mail has just been delivered, and a package arrives for Gildersleeve. Leroy is impressed by the detective set that was delivered, and thinks it's for him. Gildersleeve explains that…

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 Tom Waxman Bombing Case. ep10, 490626

By Keith April 19, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

A labor union holds a meting to discuss hot button topics. There are a couple of thugs in attendance who are for the other side, and make plans to do…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Easter Parade. 490417

By Keith April 17, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

At Jack's house, Rochester makes comments behind Jack's backas Jack finishes getting dressed for the big Easter Parade. Rochester finds Jacks diaray and reads a few lines from it. He…

Richard Diamond – Fred Sears Murder Case. ep9, 490619

By Keith April 12, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

A disfunctional wealthy couple argue over the evening newspaper. She is a socialite who is running around on her husband, and she is worried he might be heading out 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 – Kramer’s Cash Register. ep582, 490405

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

In opening, Harlow plugs a featured article in the Saturday Evening Post about the show. Ah, the days of the old fashioned pharmicist, nowadays the drugstore is the all purpose…

Richard Diamond – The Betty Moran Case. ep6, 490529

By Keith April 5, 2022Detective 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…

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 – American Heart Association. 490403

By Keith April 3, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack is at home, and with the help of Rochester and Mary he is packing his bags for his flight to New York. He tries to be weight conscious about…

Boston Blackie – Amadon Pearls. ep220, 490330

By Keith March 30, 2022Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

Two thugs plan on stealing a set of famous pearls. They must be some popular gems, because elsewhere, other gangsters make similar plans. When safe crackers attack, the worried butler…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Thousand Pound Inheritance. ep581, 490329

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

Fibber has received a letter from a London law firm, informing him of an inheritance from a rich uncle. He is to receive 1000 pounds Sterling. In 1949 dollars that…

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day – Mistaken Insurance Beneficiary Identity. ep113, 490319

By Keith March 19, 2022Comedy, Dennis Day1 Comment

Dennis opens with a personal message for his alma mater, and in honor he sings, Manhattan Men. After the opening commercial, the set up is told. Few people make it…