Camping – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Jack Camps With The Beavers. ep688, 490327

By Keith June 21, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

in Jack’s home, Rochester sings as he does the spring cleaning. We discover an unfortunate love affair between Polly and his feather duster. Mary arrives to share a letter from…

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 – Back To Nature. 420908

By Keith November 19, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Still looking for a place to spend their vacation, Lum and Abner discuss landmarks to see. Taking a note from their famous, fictitious book, Gilbert the Boy Traveler, Lum suggests…

Lum and Abner – The Folding Cot. 420903

By Keith November 14, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Back on a regular routine in the store, Abner gets the chance to go on a hunting trip. Lum won't let him go, since he's trying to get the books…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Squire Suggests a Contractor. 420427

By Keith May 21, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric is still camped out in front of the Jot 'Em Down store, but Lum has cooked up an idea that might lure him off the property. Lum intends to…

Lum and Abner – Cedrics Tent. 420424

By Keith May 19, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Relating back to an episode from months ago, Lum and Abner had to sell a strip of their property to Cedric so he could have a library card. In 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 – Camping Equipment For Boat Trip. ep483, 460611

By Keith August 22, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

It's that time of year and the cast are all going on Summer vacation. Fibber is pumped up on getting some of the new high speed, low drag, colorful camping…

Danger Doctor Danfield – Legend of Windigo. ep12, 461103

By Keith June 30, 2023Detective and Mystery, Doctor Danfield

At a mountain resort, Doctor Danfield, and his secretary Rusty Fairfax hike through the woods on a blustery day, in search of a beast known as a windigo. The screaching…

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 – Spring Cleaning. ep688, 490327

By Keith July 10, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's home in Beverly Hills, Rochester does the Spring cleaning as he sings some ad lib lyrics about Jack. They joke about love in the Springtime, and Polly's love…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – hounds of the hills. ep22, 380220

By tom April 2, 2022Shadow, Suspense and Horror

While in the boondock region of North Carolina, Lamonts investigations of the disappearances of several boys leads him to the abode of a crazy old woman, her hunchback son, and their pack of ferocious hounds.

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – Be Your Husbands Best Friend. 481204

By Keith December 4, 2021Comedy, My Favorite Husband

Liz and George argue about their plans for the evening. Liz wants to go to the concert, but George wants to play poker. Without a compromise, they decide to do…