Awards – Retro Radio Podcast

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Gracie Allen For President. ep364, 400303

By Keith March 3, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Back in Hollywood after enjoying the winter sports in Yosemite, the cast teas Jack about his prowess on the slopes, and in doing it the hard way. Mary Livingstone, and…

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Balancing The Books. 490102 (Retro plus)

By Keith September 11, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

As provided by the Jot 'Em Down Journal of February, 1999: The first show of the new year brings an immediately noticeable change. The "three rings on the phone" opening,…

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Abner Peabody Day. 471113

By Keith December 9, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The last word we had from Pine Ridge was the wedding of little Pearl. It was after her return from serving the troops in Europe as a nurse in an…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Ben Withers, Constable. 470410

By Keith August 8, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Henry Lunsford is still mad at all the attention that Ben Withers has recieved over catching the Voice. When grandpap enters the store, he and Abner try to figure out…

Lum and Abner – Abner’s Present Arrives. 470408

By Keith August 3, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner is still waiting for that package from Pearl to arrive. Lum tries to convince him that all his worrying won't make it come any quicker, but will it calm…

Lum and Abner – A Present from Pearl. 470407

By Keith August 1, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner is expecting an important package in the mail from his daughter, Pearl. He's jumpy, and nervous as he anticipates what secret present might be in the package. Does Lum…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Model School Teacher. ep16, 481121

By Keith June 26, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Connie relates a little of her typical day, and her crush on Mr Boynton. Mrs Davis gives Connie an early wake up call. It seems Connie has been recommended as…

"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Command Performance – Frances Langford, Virginia OBrien. ep101, 440115

By Keith January 15, 2022Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Francis Langford, who was just voted as one of the 10 most important women of the war effort. Francis gets the show started when she sings, Shoo Shoo…

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.

Andrews Sisters – Guest – Ray Noble. ep41, 451219

By Keith November 11, 2021Andrews Sisters, Music

Audio is excellent. Announcer: Harlowe Wilcox. Vic Shone Orchestra. Playlist: The Andrews Sisters are joined by Kurt Massey and the Ambassadors to sing, iJingle Bells. The sisters sing, Welcome Welcome…

Great Gildersleeves – Gildy’s New Secretary. ep320, 490323

By Keith March 23, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Great men through the ages have always had women troubles, and the great Gildersleeves is no exception. A montage of incidents with his dipsy secretary demonstrate his growing frustration, and…