1950 – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

Candy Matson – NC-98012. ep26, 500102

By Keith June 5, 2024Candy Matson, Detective and Mystery

Police detective Ray Mallard goes to Candy with a case to do some insurance investigation. Candy smells something fishy, since Mallard isn't usually forthcoming with help for her. Since the paycheck is going to be hefty, she manages to overlook any initial problems, and takes the case.

Nero Wolfe – The Slaughtered Santas. ep10, 501222

By Keith May 16, 2024Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

Santa Claus is coming, and he's going to pay a visit to Nero Wolfe. Someone is out to kill Santa, at least the ones who stand on street corners, ringing…

Nero Wolfe – The Girl Who Cried Wolfe. ep9, 501215

By Keith April 25, 2024Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

That chair born genius, and mountain of a man among detectives is back, when a cute red head comes calling. Mary Dunning is a secretary at the ecological foundation, an…

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 Anniversary Gift. ep79, 500411

By Keith April 11, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Get this and get it straight! It's time for another episode with Gerald Moore, as Philip Marlowe. A long-distance phone from a recently released convict has Philip rushing to help…

Halls Of Ivy – Toddy Plays Hooky. ep14, 500407

By Keith April 7, 2024Halls of Ivy

The duties at Ivy College have been building, and has been weighing heavy on Doc Hall. With Spring in the air, Toddy feels the need to take some time off.…

Image of a cowboy on horseback herding cattle in a field, with a Herding Dog.

Tales of the Texas Rangers – Hanging by a Thread. ep20, 501126

By Keith March 28, 2024Detective and Mystery, Texas Rangers

Sheriff Hanson is alerted that George Hawks can be found dead, and hanging in his barn. After visiting the scene, he calls the Texas Rangers when signs that it might…

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 Eighty Five Little Minks. ep41, 500314

By Keith March 13, 2024Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

When a department store is robbed of 85 mink coats, Johnny is on the scene to investigate. He arrives in time to converge with reporters and cameramen for the aftermath…

Close-up of a pair of spectacles or eyeglasses designed to improve vision, with silver frames and clear lenses.

You Bet Your Life – Secret Word, Table. 500222

By Keith February 22, 2024Comedy, You Bet Your Life

Groucho interviews the players, before sending the ones who build their winnings up the highest on to the final round. A boy and girl from high school are first up,…

You Bet Your Life – Secret Word, Bread. 500208

By Keith February 8, 2024Comedy, You Bet Your Life

The comedy quiz series produced in Hollywood, with Groucho Marx as host. A pediatrician and a mother are first up. Once Groucho figures out which is which, he learns about…

Nero Wolfe – The Impolite Corpse. ep8, 501208

By Keith January 20, 2024Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

Mr. Channing is a high-powered business executive, not tolerating insolence in employees. He had once had a thing with his secretary, Brenda, but the rude exec now thinks of her…