Baseball – Retro Radio Podcast

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

Jack Benny – Football Game (Leo Durocher). ep420, 411109

By Keith November 9, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

That versatile master of ceremonies, Jack Nenny is praised for his work in the movies, although Don hasn't actually seen Jack's latest film. Mary Livingstone is on hand to tease…

Jack Benny – From New York. ep415 411005

By Keith October 5, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

It's the season opener, and Jack Benny is having trouble remembering his opening lines. Don Wilson and Mary Livingstone tease him about their jokes, and Dennis Day arrives to joke…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Archie Andrews – A Day at Camp. 460507

By Keith February 22, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

As the end of the school year comes to a close, Archie and Betty sit on the porch, talking about their summer plans. Betty takes offense when Archie reveals his…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Listens to the World Series. ep590, 461006

By Keith October 6, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don takes us to jack's house, where he gets phone calls from fans to congratulate him on his 15 years on the radio. Rochester brings him down a notch with…

Jack Benny – Listening To The World Series On theRadio. ep664, 481010_

By Keith July 7, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

As Rochester cleans house, he finds Jack's diary laying around. Through it, he gets a few candid glimpses of Jack's recent trip to Europe. As Rochester prepares for the World…

Crime Club – A Pitch In Time. ep37, 470807

By Keith February 10, 2024Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The cops and Firemen are planning a big baseball match. The young, trusting rookie cop is trusted with getting the team equipment to the game, as well as be the…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Old Ball Game. ep480, 460521

By Keith August 1, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's the big day of the ball game between the Elks and the Rotarians, and Fibber is nervous over his performance as pitcher for the Elks. . His boasting over…

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – Casey at the Bat. ep15, 530416

By Keith April 16, 2023Drama, On Stage

It's that time of year in old radio land for a baseball story, so Elliot and Cathy Lewis present the behind the scenes story of the classic poem, Casey at…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Love Letters, Jack Buys A Baseball Team. 550501

By Keith May 1, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Don flashes back to the day before where we find Rochester doing some Spring cleaning in Jack's attic. The temptation is too great, and Rochester reads some old love letters…

Jack Benny – Jack Has A Music Lesson. 490227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack Benny - Jack Has A Music Lesson. 490227. Mel Blanc, as Jack's violin teacher dreads approaching Jack's house. Jack seems to have misplaced his violin, and asks Rochester for…