Budgets – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – The Budget. ep201, 390418

By Keith November 1, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Molly returns after her long, unexplained absence. Molly is amazed at the condition of Fibber's recordkeeping of the household finances while she was gone. Feeling the wrath of Molly, even…

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…

Great Gildersleeve – Economy This Christmas. ep306, 481215

By Keith December 15, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Throckmorton P. Gildersleeve needs to finish up his Christmas shopping, but needs to save money. As he tries to figure where to cut corners, Birdie gets the wrong idea and…

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.

Great Gildersleeve – Selling the Iron Deer. ep16, 411214

By Keith November 29, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Facing a budget crunch, Gildersleeve is also faced with a household who all need money to spend on the upcoming Christmas holiday season. He has over extended himself in buying…

My Friend Irma cast in 1948. My Friend Irma, best new program: Marie Wilson as Irma with Cathy Lewis and, Cy Howard.

My Friend Irma – Irma Gives Rent Money To Al. ep2, 470418

By Keith April 18, 2021Comedy, My Friend Irma

Or, The Prize Fighter. Jane and Irma are the best of friends, but there are times that test that friendship. One point of contention is money. Going over the budget,…

Phil Harris – Cutting The Band’s Wages. ep162, 510107

By Keith January 7, 2018Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

After figuring the taxes for the year, Willie breaks the news to Phil. Is Phil too extravagant in his business dealings, and paying his band members. Phil is faced with…

Great Gildersleeve – McGee’s Invention. ep135, 440917

By Keith September 17, 2017Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Though the mayor, and political rival has ousted Gildy in the last episode, a phone call from Fibber McGee extends a million dollar deal for Gildersleeve. Marjorie needs a new…

Great Gildersleeve – Gildy Plans the Honeymoon. ep86, 430613

By Keith August 15, 2016Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

A meeting of the Water Department staff is called. Bessie, Charlie, and old Whinie Flynn. Charlie is full of his typical complaints, and crusty language, dad bust it! With the…

My Favorite Husband – Over Budget and Beans. 490107.

By Keith January 7, 2016Comedy

Morning in the Cooper home finds George perky and optimistic, while Liz is far from it. Once folks are up and about, the topic turns to new years resolutions, and…

Great Gildersleeve – Quiet Evening at Home. ep55, 421108

By Keith November 22, 2015Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Worrying over the monthly bills, Gildersleeve decides that one way to cut down on expenses is to stay home, and not go running out in the evenings. How will the…