1950 – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Harold Trandem Matter. ep48, 500509

By Keith March 3, 2026Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

The man with the action-packed expense account, Johnny Dollar. Johnny pays a call at the estate of the wealthy Harold Trandom. An attempt on his life was made, and while…

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 Abel Tackitt Matter. ep47, 500502

By Keith February 18, 2026Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Another rehearsal, and though the musical score may be missing, the drama is all intact. The job begins in the blue light district, and sends Johnny on his way to…

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 Sword Of Cebu. ep77, 500328

By Keith January 15, 2026Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

An offer to double cross a client shows at Marlowe's door, but it’s against a client who Philip hasn't heard from in years. As if on cue, the wild haired…

American actress and singer Alice Faye. She is seated in a chair, wearing a white blouse and dark skirt, and is looking off to the side with a slight smile on her face. The background is dark and there is a decorative pattern visible on the wall behind her. Shepherd Conservation Society.

Phil Harris – The Sponsor’s New Year’s Eve Party. ep161, 501231

By Keith December 31, 2025Comedy, Phil Harris

The time is coming for the sponsor's new year' eve party. Is Phil invited, or not? Frankie isn't concerned to not be invited; he's been to plenty of good parties…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – Pearl Carrasa. ep46, 500425

By Keith December 30, 2025Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

The insurance investigation for Johnny involves not the criminal with the goods, but the victim. It's off to prison to interview the death row inmate to try to locate the…

Lux Radio Theater (CBS) Wizard of Oz. 501225

By Keith December 17, 2025Drama, Lux

Do I really need to write show notes on this one? Maybe I should just let listeners of the podcast, and readers of the blog fill in the comments with…

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Dragnet – Big Key. ep50, 500525

By Keith December 10, 2025Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

Assigned to homicide detail, a woman has been brutally killed, and it's up to Joe Friday to get her killer. Examining the church grounds where the woman was found, Joe…

Philip Marlowe – The Deep Shadow. ep76, 500321

By Keith November 25, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

A frazzled groom worries about his missing bride. If this is only a matter of cold feet, he can go elsewhere. Marlowe don't play that game. Seeing merit to the…

A photograph of a doctor wearing a stethoscope around their neck, standing against a plain background. The doctor is wearing a white lab coat and a serious expression on their face, as if listening intently to something. The stethoscope is draped over the doctor's shoulders and resting on their chest, and their hands are folded in front of them. The overall effect is one of professionalism and medical expertise.

Dr. Kildare – Warren Jacksons Allergy. ep11, 500412

By Keith November 18, 2025Dr Kildare, Drama

The venerable Dr. Gillespie refuses to admit he has a cold, and shuns the attentions of the hospital staff. Besides the comic relief, there's a more serious problem with Mr…

You Are There – Surrender Of New Amsterdam, 1664AD. ep84, 500122

By Keith November 15, 2025Drama, You Are There

For some background, after the British bought Manhattan Island from the Indians, they didn't do much with it. It was after Hudson explored the bay that was later named for…