1949 – Page 9 – Retro Radio Podcast

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.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Racehorse Piledriver Matter. ep20, 491008

By Keith March 7, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar1 Comment

Johnny investigates a matter of a race horse, and a question of insurance fraud. Piledriver is facing being killed since he hasn't won any races, but is his owner trying…

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 – Gildy The Song Writer. ep331, 490921

By Keith March 6, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve is faced with getting Marjorie and Leroy new school clothes and supplies. Though Leroy is all too willing to drop out so Marjorie will have the extra cash for…

Box 13 – The Professor and the Puzzle. ep21, 490109

By Keith February 28, 2025Box 13, Detective and Mystery

A professor at a local college writes to Dan about a personal problem. How can Dan help the professor with his woman trouble? A tale of rivals for a love…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – The Princess And The Pea. 490403

By Keith February 15, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

There's another fun packed show in store today. The Pretenders read a fan letter, and respond to it. Uncle Bill has his cohost Cybil lead the kids to storyland as…

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.

The Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Tale of the Mermaid. ep52, 491001

By Keith February 6, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

It's a story of fast cash, and who may get it by the time the tale is told. A series of catastrophes surround Philip, starting with a car crash near…

Richard Diamond – The Man Who Hated Women. ep13, 490716

By Keith February 5, 2025Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

As murder hits the street, Richard Diamond sits in his office doing manly detective things... like knitting? Don't ask, just listen and believe it for yourself. Though he may not…

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The Fishing Boat Affair. ep19, 491001

By Keith January 27, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Our favorite insurance investigator is off to look into a matter of suspected fraud when a fishing boat sinks. After touching base with the company owner, and the crusty sea…

Let’s Pretend – The Magic Tinder Box. 490709

By Keith January 18, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

This begins with a bonus track. It's actually a recording of Puss in Boots, as narrated by Hal Peary, the Great Gildersleeve, he brings this tale to life with a…

Boston Blackie – Charity Gambling Ring. ep219, 490323

By Keith January 16, 2025Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

A couple of gangsters enjoy a vacation to the great outdoors. It's the perfect time to bump off a rival thug. It's all about a charity event. Meanwhile Blackie, Mary,…

Box 13 – Hare and Hound. ep28, 490227

By Keith January 15, 2025Box 13, Detective and Mystery

Box 13 at the Star Times. That's the place to write to when you need some help from Dan Holiday. As usual, a letter comes in to Dan's office, but…