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a vintage photo of George Burns and Gracie Allen.

Burns and Allen – George Owes Money For Phone Calls. 400909

By Keith September 9, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

Those crazy people are back. George Burns and Gracie Allen are joined by the Smoothies, Artie Shaw and his orchestra, and announcer Bud Easton. Previously George had been on trial,…

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 – Home Power Plant. ep509, 470325

By Keith March 25, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is unhappy about his bill and service he has received from the electric company. As he rants, Lena the maid enters to talk to Fibber about his cigar smoking.…

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.

Life of Riley – Christmas Bonus From Mr. Stevenson. ep225, 481224

By Keith December 24, 2024Comedy, Life of Riley

Recently, Riley had been going through the monthly bills and was beset with troubles. Where might Riley cut corners? Where might he get extra cash to help out? He is…

The image is a colorful, minimalist illustration of a dog with a light green head, white body, and black spots. The dog's ears are dark red, its nose is black, and its tongue is red, hanging out to one side. It has large, round white eyes with a black dot in the center. The dog is sitting upright with a lifted paw and a curved black tail. The background is solid blue.

Little Orphan Annie – Jake Is Sick. ep918, 351021

By Keith May 11, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

The announcer reminds the kiddies how to get their very own birthstone ring, just like Annie got for her birthday last week. Just send in the required labels from the…

Jack Benny – Birthday Party for Jack Who’s Recovering from a Skiing Accident. ep363, 400225

By Keith February 25, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

After the previous 3 episodes, which take place in flashback over a span of a few days, fast forwards to Jack recovering in his hotel room, and Rochester reading him…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – Jack’s Visit To The Empire State Building. ep536, 450121

By Keith November 6, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Rochester sings a spoof of Sidewalks of New York as he helps out in Jacks hotel room, by helping him with his luggage. Mary visits after getting over her cold.…

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…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – TV Popcorn Business. 460604

By Keith July 19, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

After selling his car, Lum now has a windfall of money. What does he have planned to do with it? Let's visit Pine Ridge and find out. Lum promises Abner…

Lum and Abner – Sarge Has Been Out Collecting Bills. 451105

By Keith June 17, 2020Comedy, Lum and Abner

When Lum enters the store today, he thinks Abner may bee cracking up under the stresses of their new employee. Miss Hartford has been shaking up their sloppy way around…

Great Gildersleeve – The Commissioner Turns Off The Water. ep215, 460918

By Keith January 12, 2020Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Its morning in the Gildersleeve home, and Leroy is bursting with energy, but he doesn't want to play outside where he can burn it all off. After he coaxes a…