1949 – Page 32 – 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 – Good Neighbor Policy. ep310, 490112

By Keith January 12, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Or, Love Thy Neighbor. After working hard, Gildersleeve takes the day off and sleeps in. When rudely awakened by a loud noise from his neighbor, he surprises everybody by announcing…

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy the Author. ep309, 490105

By Keith January 5, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

As the family relax at home, Leroy is enjoying a moment with his favorite detective, Dick Tracey. Marjorie relaxes with her favorite movie magazine. Gildersleeve is a little less relaxed…

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 – Forgets to Order Furnace Oil. ep569, 490104

By Keith January 4, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's a chilly winter day, but Fibber forgot to order more fuel oil for their furnace. He and Molly are trying to manage to keep as warm as they can,…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – The Cat That Killed. ep180, 391231

By Keith December 31, 2021Shadow, Suspense and Horror

Most likely the wrong date, probably from 1949 instead. Lamonte Cranston and Margot Lane are on a scavenger hunt on a foggy, creepy night. A scream from a warehouse has…

A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

One Man’s Family – Book 72 Chapter 13 – Christmas Morning At The Barbours 491225.

By Keith December 25, 2021Drama, One Mans Family

After the Christmas celebration the night before, Henry shares his concern with his wife, Fannie. He hopes Paul won’t pursue the relationship with Mrs Abbot. He also shares a new…

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – How I Played Santa Claus. ep31, 491224.

By Keith December 24, 2021Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

A business client of the insurance company needs Johnny to put a stop to a rash of frauds taking place in that business. It doesn't take Johnny long to meet…

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

Philo Vance – The Chop Suey Murder. ep76, 491220

By Keith December 20, 2021Detective and Mystery

A murder in Chinatown where jewels were stolen gains the attention of Philo Vance. The cops have already picked over the crime scene, but Philo seems to already know how…

"Damon Runyon Theatre - Neat Strip Spectrogram" - A grayscale spectrogram of an old radio program episode from 1949. The title of the show, "Damon Runyon Theatre", is displayed at the top, with the episode number and title "Ep. 50 - Neat Strip" beneath it. The spectrogram displays the audio frequencies of the episode, with horizontal lines representing different frequencies and vertical lines indicating the volume and intensity of the sound. The spectrogram captures the audio patterns and fluctuations of the program, allowing for analysis and visualization of the episode's sound content.

Damen Runyon Theatre – Neat Strip. ep50, 491211

By Keith December 11, 2021Comedy, Damen Runyon, Detective and Mystery

Broadway is our host and narrator who fills us in on Mr Golden. The man is a burlesque hall owner who is approached by a young gal, determined on being…

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Bodyguard to Anne Connelly. 491203.

By Keith December 3, 2021Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

A call to be a bodyguard for a life insurance policy holder gets Johnny to spring into action. Ann has a problem with a man who is out to kill…

Philip Marlowe – The Birds on the Wing. ep60, 491126

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

Miss Pembroke is a hard drinking, but nice little lady who wants to hire Marlowe to investigate her nephew. There’s a matter of a hefty inheritance that could tempt someone…