Drugstores – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Leroy Meets Brenda. ep319, 490302

By Keith June 12, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

As Gildersleeve pops into Peavey's he spies on Leroy sitting with Brenda. She's a niece who has been visiting the Bullard’s. The two share a soda, but when Leroy spots…

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

Archie Andrews – Drugstore Mix Up. 460727

By Keith April 5, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile

Relax! Right out of the pages of the comic books, it's Archie and all his gang! It's Friday and Archie need to buy Veronica a gift for her big debut…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Marys Chiss Wheeze Sandwich, Jack Shoots the Sportsmen. 461027

By Keith October 27, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don rolls the clock back to the moments right after last week's show. Jack relives a moment from his role as the Fiddler, and his spoof murder mystery. He and…

Jack Benny – Preparing To Go To New York By Train. ep370, 400414

By Keith April 14, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Preparing for his big movie premier, Jack gets packed for the trip to New York. Rochester sings as he works, and reveals secrets on Jacks fashion techniques. Mary Livingstone arrives…

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 – Kramer’s Cash Register. ep582, 490405

By Keith April 5, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

In opening, Harlow plugs a featured article in the Saturday Evening Post about the show. Ah, the days of the old fashioned pharmicist, nowadays the drugstore is the all purpose…

A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

Eddie Cantor – Guest Jack Benny. ep91, 481217

By Keith November 7, 2021Comedy, Eddie Cantor

A classic show with two classic comedians. Prior to the show, Eddie Cantor makes a phone calls to get Jackk Benny on his show. He has to wait until Jack…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Polly Goes To The Psychiatrist. ep853, 530927

By Keith September 27, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

The cast gather in the corner drugstore to talk about Jack, and his trouble with the studio. Jack enters to get an order of attitude from the sassy waitress. After…

Abbott and Costello – Drugstore. 460307.

By Keith March 7, 2019Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Lou has yet another business that he's trying out. Bud jokes with him about the things found in a drugstore: candy, toys, medicines, and the like. Customer service mixups abound.…

Jack Benny – Jack Gets A Parking Ticket. 540117

By Keith January 17, 2016Comedy, Jack Benny

Don rolls the clock back to last Wednesday, after rehearsal. Jack, Bob Crosby, and Dennis Day all go to the drugstore for a bite to eat. The sassy waitress gives…

Dragnet – The Big Key. 541026

By Keith October 26, 2014Dragnet

A rash of drugstore robberies has plagued the city. Joe Friday and partner Frank Smith are on the job. They interview the man who was the latest robbery victim. The…