Comedy – Retro Radio Podcast

Gene Autry and His Melody Ranch- Clem Olson ( Lonesomest Cowboy)

By Keith November 9, 2026Gene Autry, WesternNo Comments

Gene investigates a mysterious disappearance at the Hard Rock ranch after finding a desperate plea for help in his pocket, featuring classic songs and a visit from Pat Buttram.

The image shows an SI rendering of a black-and-white scene of a musical performance labeled "The Spotlight Revue" featuring Spike Jones, The City Slickers, Dorothy Shea, and guest Francis Craig. Musicians are playing various instruments including a piano, washboard, trumpet, trombone, and guitar. A man in a suit and hat sings or speaks into a vintage microphone. A woman stands near a window holding a sign reading "This is the CBS Network." A clock reads about 3:52. The setting seems to be a radio broadcast studio.

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Francis Craig. ep23, 480305

By Keith November 1, 2026Music, Spike JonesNo Comments

Broadcasting live from New York, The Spotlight Revue features Spike Jones and His City Slickers, vocalist Dorothy Shea, and special guest songwriter Francis Craig. From hilarious poetry and Professor Feetlebaum's unique take on "The Whiffenpoof Song" to a fantastic musical medley including "Near You" and "Side by Side," this classic episode is packed with entertainment!

The SI image shows a vintage radio broadcast studio. In the foreground, a man in a suit speaks animatedly into a large, old-fashioned microphone. He is seated at a desk with various radio equipment, including a coil of wire and headphones. Behind a glass window in the background, a band with several musicians plays instruments like trumpet and drums, with a conductor leading them. Two signs on the wall read "Jubilee" and "AFRS," indicating the show's name and the American Forces Radio Service. The lighting is warm and nostalgic.

Jubilee (AFRS) Andy Kirk AHO, Bob Crosby. ep68 440228

By Keith October 25, 2026Jubilee, Music

Join Ernie Whitman on Jubilee for an energetic broadcast featuring Andy Kirk and his orchestra, soulful vocals by June Richmond, and a special visit from Bob Crosby performing classic tunes for the troops.

five jazz musicians silhouette playing on orange background.

Jubilee (AFRS) Cab Calloway Nat King Cole. ep65, 440207

By Keith October 18, 2026Jubilee, Music

Swing back to 1944 with a classic episode of Jubilee dedicated to the Navy Seabees! Hosted by Ernie Whitman, this broadcast features performances by jazz icon Cab Calloway, Nat King Cole and his trio, vocalist Dorothy Salter, and a hilarious guest appearance by Burns and Allen tackling jazz slang.

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Of Sound Mind And Body. ep29, 440421

By Keith October 13, 2026Amos and Andy, Comedy

Andy hires a new secretary and takes on a grueling foundry job to pay for her, then tries to find a legal loophole to escape his employment contract with the help of Gabby Gibson.

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Jan August. 480326

By Keith October 11, 2026Music, Spike Jones

Spike Jones and the City Slickers celebrate Spring with music, mayhem, and special guest Jan August. Features performances by Dorothy Shea, Doodles Weaver as Professor Feetlebaum, and a musical comedy medley to welcome the new season.

Spike Jones – Eddie Hayward. 490514

By Keith September 27, 2026Music, Spike Jones

Live from St. Louis! Spike Jones and his City Slickers are joined by "Park Avenue Hillbilly" Dorothy Shea, Doodles Weaver as Professor Feetlebaum, and guest pianist Eddie Heywood playing "Begin the Beguine". Includes a full travel-themed musical finale!