Authors – Retro Radio Podcast

Stan Freeburg – Build It Yourself Piano. ep10, 570915

By Keith September 4, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

Stan interviews a disgruntled man, and a confused woman. Why do they hate freeways so much? Will it help to get their problems out in the open with a freeway…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Abner Is Scared. 420528

By Keith July 4, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Mysterious events are afoot in Pine Ridge. A phantom author is leaving chapters of a manuscript in the Jot 'Em Down store. A mystery where the events in the story…

Lum and Abner – The Phantom Authors Manuscript. 420526

By Keith July 2, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Taking time away from his quest from publishing a great novel, Lum puts the printing press to work with a job that actually makes a little money. He and Abner…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Mouseys Poems. 420519

By Keith June 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum has decided not to pursue a career as an author, but he still wants to focus on the literary field. He feels there's more to be made in the…

Lum and Abner – Oxford Overnight Writers Course. 420518

By Keith June 20, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric enters the Jot 'Em Down store, and talks to Abner about the dictionary that Lum has started working on. He also has a letter for Lum from the Oxford…

Mr. and Mrs. North – Murder By The Book. 440301

By Keith May 20, 2025Detective and Mystery, Mr and Mrs North

Or, Gordon Gilroy. Note: (440301 is an Incorrect date). Going to visit a friend, the North's meet Gordon Gilroy. The grumpy old gent is the uncle of an author they…

Mr. and Mrs. North – Literary Murder. ep57, 440126

By Keith September 17, 2024Detective and Mystery, Mr and Mrs North

The Norths are set to go out for the evening, but Jerry realizes that he needs to contact an important author whose book he is to publish. Due through a…

Let George Do It – Four Sided Triangle. ep126, 490321

By Keith March 21, 2024Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

Personal notice: Danger is his stock in trade. If you've found yourself in a barrel of trouble, call George Valentine for full details. Today's adventure begins with a man who…

Molle Mystery Theater – Homicide for Hannah. 431228

By Keith December 22, 2022Detective and Mystery, Molle Mystery Theater

Joe Kirby is a newspaper reporter, and while hanging out with his pals, he meets a hot dame, Veronica Smith. Her pen name is Hanna, and She writes crime stories…

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 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…