Competition – Retro Radio Podcast

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

Jack Benny- The Golf Game. ep439, 420322

By Keith March 22, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny2 Comments

without further ado we bring you a man who uses this time of year to change from his long underwear. Jack describes how peppy he feels now that spring is…

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – The Great Gandolfo. ep186, 451022

By Keith November 7, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

Though always an energetic lad, Sherlock's older brother Mycroft had always been plump and slow. We find Mycroft dealing with word of a spy, in his characteristic laid back way,…

Down Our Way – The Horseshoe Contest. ep3, 1932

By Keith May 16, 2025Down Our Way, Drama

While talking to a little girl in his store, Ben gets defensive about his horseshoe tossing abilities. It seems that rumors have it that his friend, and choir partner, Eli…

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 – The Carnival. ep337, 491102

By Keith April 18, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Preparing to go out, Gildersleeve plans to give his rival, Dr Olsen, a run for his money with nurse Milford. Marjorie and Birdie stroke his ego to encourage him. At…

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy’s Rival, Dr. Olsen. ep335, 491026

By Keith April 10, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeve opens with his nameless song to remind listeners that the Name the Song contest is coming to a close. Today Gildersleeve stops by nurse Milford’s house on the way…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Lum Is Wearing Diogenes Clothes. 420309

By Keith March 17, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After Diogenes has left town, he left both Lum and Cedric in charge. Lum tries out his new position by wearing Diogenes clothes. The clothes make Lum feel like the…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Archie Andrews – Double Date. 461019

By Keith February 1, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

To summarize in verse: The parents expect a quiet evening at home; A relaxing night, that doesn’t run late. Then Archie answers the ring of the phone; Two girls at…

Lum and Abner – Lum Orders Book On Salesmanship. 410929

By Keith August 13, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

As Lum and Abner try to think of ways to make the store more efficient, Lum wants to order a book on salesmanship. In the process, Abner gets confused at…

Frank Merrywell – Unreasonable Aunt. 480626

By Keith May 28, 2024Detective and Mystery, Frank Merrywell

Facing pressure to commit to a big business deal with Mr. Maxwell, Norman has only a few days to convince his aunt to let him leave the family business. Is…

Mel Blanc – Betty’s Christmas Present. 461210

By Keith December 10, 2023Comedy, Mel Blanc

Mel warms up the audience with a song that may be somewhat biographical for him, A Face Made for Radio. At least he gets the chance to showcase the various…