Dating – Page 3 – Retro Radio Podcast

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – A Date With Professor Slone. 420923

By Keith December 8, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

In the Jot Em Down store, Lum tells Abner why he is wore to a frazzle. He spent several hours with the new school teacher last night. What he thought…

Lum and Abner – Is Professor Slone A Man. 420922

By Keith December 5, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After failing to meet the new teacher at the train station, Lum wants to make an impression, especially since he's head of the school board. Will the young lady fall…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Football Game (Leo Durocher). ep420, 411109

By Keith November 9, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

That versatile master of ceremonies, Jack Nenny is praised for his work in the movies, although Don hasn't actually seen Jack's latest film. Mary Livingstone is on hand to tease…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – George Tries To Impress Fifi. 401104

By Keith November 4, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

It's the day before election day in 1940, and the day where we pick the man, we want to live with for the next four years... but not the way…

Burns and Allen – George Tries To Get out of the Broadcast. 401028

By Keith October 28, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

Gracie tries to tell George about her big date with Spencer Tracey, but George isn't listening. He is trying to pretend to be sick so he can take time off…

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- Date with Connie Haines, With John Garfield. ep63, 440504

By Keith October 27, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Costello is once again late for the show. He explained that he just came from a wedding. The event may have inspired him to also get married, but it also…

Burns and Allen – What’s Wrong with Gracie. 401014

By Keith October 14, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

George tells about his appearance on stage earlier in the week with Jack Benny and others. He gets teased about his appearance and clothes, and Bud is upset because he…

Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

Command Performance – Danny Thomas, Dick Haymes, Ginny Simms. ep163, 450222

By Keith October 12, 2025Command Performance, Music

John Garfield hosts, and after teasing with Ken Carpenter about girls, he introduces Ginny Simms. Ginny sings, Saturday Night is the Loneliest Night of the Week. John is joined by…

A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – ep160, 45-02-01

By Keith August 31, 2025Command Performance, Music

Today's host is a newcomer to the Hollywood scene, Gloria DeHavilland. She's looking for a trustworthy man to guide her around town. She sings; the Man I Love. Jack Carson…

Command Performance – Frank Morgan, Frank Sinatra, Andrew Sisters. ep159, 450125

By Keith August 24, 2025Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Frank Morgan. He talks to announcer Ken Carpenter about girls, then brings out the Andrews Sisters to join in with the cutting up. The sisters dedicate their song,…