Detectives – Retro Radio Podcast

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

Jack Benny – The Frightwig Murder Case, Part 2.

By Keith February 1, 2026Jack Benny

Don gives tribute to the man who makes the show happened, Virgil Reimer, the sound effects man (Frank Nelson). Jack springs his own surprise, he threatens to fire Don. Jack…

Jack Benny – The Frightwig Murder Case, Part 1. ep431, 420125

By Keith January 25, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Mary and Dennis informed Don that Jack has not arrived yet. He’s on the telephone to talk to his lawyers. Mary opens the door so we can listen in on…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

21st Precinct – The Story. ep42, 540428

By Keith September 19, 202521st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

Captain Frank Canelli takes time to hit the streets in the warmth of the night. By the time he arrives at the scene of the crime, his patrolmen already have…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – The Masked Muskrat Reports. 420630

By Keith August 18, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

No trace of Lizabeth and little Pearl have been found yet, and Abner is growing tired of his bachelorhood. Mousey enters with a report on his detective activities. What trivial…

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 – The New Fire Truck. ep584, 490419

By Keith July 1, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The Wistful Vista Fire Department has just ended their clothing drive, and the winner of the drive for bringing the most clothes get a free ride through town on the…

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 – Detective Mousey. 420327

By Keith April 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Cedric are still missing without a trace. Squire Skimp talks with Mousey Gray in the Jot 'Em Down store about the situation. Is the manhunt in the hills…

Crime Club – The Topaz Flower. ep22, 470424

By Keith April 10, 2025Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The exciting story of a flower that was plucked from the hand of death. Mr Sloan is found murdered when Wally finds Natalie running out of the room. As the…

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 – Diogenes Leaves Town. 420305

By Keith March 12, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap is in the library to read from the almanac, and recollect a cast of characters who Abner suspects that he's making up. . The smooth-talking seeker of honesty, Diogenes…

Candy Matson – The Fort Ord Story. ep54, 501009

By Keith February 26, 2025Candy Matson, Detective and Mystery1 Comment

Candy gets a phone call from an old pal who is a soldier. He asks her to attend a military party. Sounds innocent enough, but a mystery lurks beneath the…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

Academy Award Theater – Maltese Falcon (Humphrey Bogart, Sidney Greenstreet). ep13, 460703

By Keith November 23, 2024Academy Award Theatre, Drama

Humphrey Bogart reprises his role as the hard-boiled private investigator, Sam Spade. After his partner is murdered, Sam sets out to find out what happened. With his secretary, Effie Perine,…