Decisions – Retro Radio Podcast

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 Falls In Love With Zenora. 350404

By Keith May 8, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You'll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…

A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Television Comes to Summerfield. ep440, 520326

By Keith March 26, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

in all new transmitter in the hills near Summerfield has the citizens buzzing about television reception. Gildersleeve enters Peavy’s drugstore, and the two talk about having no time to watch…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Squire Pays Abner For Rights To Soap. 350301

By Keith March 16, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Planning a party? Wondering what to serve? Try a Horlick beverage, or a Horlick sandwich. Just kidding about the sandwich. Now let's have a look at what's happening in…

Lum and Abner – Abner Buys Ten Cases Of Soap. 350228

By Keith March 13, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Carlton Brickert reads a testimonial letter of how Horlicks helped a sick baby grow strong, and recover his health. Abner has been taking advantage of his new found authority…

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

Archie Andrews – Free Movie Tickets. 480925

By Keith June 7, 2025Archie Andrews, Comedy, Juvenile

As is typical, Fred Andrews tries to read his newspaper, but mom has a request. How does a night of playing Bridge sound? Before arrangements can be made, Archie shares…

A black and white photo of an old-fashioned movie theater marquee with the name "Bijou" in large letters at the top. The marquee features several movie titles, including "The Lone Ranger Returns" and "East of Eden." A few people are visible walking past the theater on the sidewalk.

Down Our Way – Alice Might Leave Town. ep1, 1932

By Keith April 5, 2025Down Our Way, Drama

Unknown date in the early 1930's. A benefactor is pressing Alice to marry him. Though she has appreciated his help, and doesn't want to hurt anyone, she just doesn't love…

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 – Waiting for the Bus. ep501, 470128

By Keith January 28, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

While the McGees wait for the bus, Wallace Wimple comes along. He tells about a mishap his big fat wife, Sweetie Face had with a bus. Just as Molly is…

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 Rebuffed By Eve. ep100, 431114

By Keith December 12, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

After his date with Eve Goodwin, Gildy is on cloud 9. At home, he is getting cleaned up in the tub when LeRoy needs to talk with him. As morning…

Jack Benny – Jack Buys Don Shoelaces for Christmas. ep599, 461208

By Keith December 8, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny2 Comments

Audio isn't particularly clear, still good, but not the best. In the department store all week, Jack has had trouble making up his mind over what to buy Don for…

Depiction of Jesus Christ in a purple robe, reaching out with one hand.

Greatest Story Ever Told – And Her Name Was Mary. ep45, 471130

By Keith December 3, 2024Drama, Greatest Story

The first installment of a 5-part Christmas serial in this production that spanned through much of the life of Jesus. Artistic liberties are taken, and few biblical truths appear. However,…