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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 – The Purple Pirate. 541017

Posted by By Keith July 14, 2024Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Jack is at home, trying to stir up something for breakfast. When he needs help with breakfast, Jack has to wake Rochester up. On the way to answer the door,…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Bulldog Drummond – Book Store

Posted by By Keith June 10, 2024Posted inBulldog Drummond, Detective and Mystery
On a rainy evening, Bulldog Drummond finds himself in the arms of a dame as they stay dry in a book store. The gun in her hand is enough to…
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Bob Bailey #2

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

Posted by By Keith March 21, 2024Posted inDetective 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…
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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 Spends An Evening At Home Playing Cards. 491127

Posted by By Keith November 27, 2022Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
At home, Jack is joined by Phil and Dennis. The guys plan to spend the night playing cards. Mr Kitzel pops in for a few jokes, but he can't stay…
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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 – Abner And Grandpap Confess. 460918

Posted by By Keith December 3, 2021Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Bracing for the worst from Lum, Abner and grandpap keep an eye on their avenue of retreat. Going to Lum's, with hat in hand, Abner has trouble confessing his telephone…
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Silhouettes of five musicians playing musical instruments against a glowing orange and yellow background - possibly a jazz band performing on stage.

Command Performance – Herbert Marshall, Bergen And McCarthy. ep94, 431127

Posted by By Keith November 27, 2021Posted inCommand Performance, Music
Host tonight is Herbert Marshall. He starts by reading greetings from the mailbag. Bob Wills, with his Texas Playboys, sings, San Antonio Rose. Anita Ellis sings, More Than You Know.…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Crime Club – Coney Island Nocturn. ep33, 470710

Posted by By Keith July 10, 2021Posted inCrime Club, Detective and Mystery
A story of fingers that were nailed by death. A cop who usually walks the pickpocket beat, and his fiancee spend the evening at Coney Island, but face an embarrassing…
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Fred Allen – National Poetry Week (George Jessel). ep34, 430523

Posted by By Keith May 23, 2021Posted inComedy, Fred Allen
Audio is a bit overdriven. I checked other sources, and it's the same mushy quality no matter where I look. Digital filtering only makes things worse. Sorry about the quality.…
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Antique magnifying glass with handle.

Crime Club – Murder On Margin. ep26, 470522

Posted by By Keith May 22, 2021Posted inCrime Club, Detective and Mystery
An intriguing story of the stocks of passion, and the bonds of death. After a tough day at work, a Manicurist and a barber talk about liveing a better lifestylle.…
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Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber the Author. ep349, 430126

Posted by By Keith January 26, 2021Posted inComedy, Fibber McGee and Molly
Audio is mushy, but otherwise clear. Fibber has his mind set on writing a book. He's sure it'll make tons of easy money, and pitches his story ideas to Molly.…
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