Duty – Retro Radio Podcast

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, 2025DramaNo Comments

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 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 – Cedric’s License Plate Stolen. 420302

By Keith March 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's air raid warden duties haven't turned up any dangers from the sky, but they are beginning to uncover suspicious activities from Diogenes Smith. Mousey continues to watch at night,…

Lum and Abner – Mousey Is An Airplane Watcher. 420226

By Keith March 3, 2025Comedy

Taking his duties as Air Raid warden seriously, Lum has bought an old train porter's uniform. He's still delivering pamphlets for Diogenes, and tells a little of his embarrassing story…

"Cowboys and Gunslinger Photographs" - A black and white photograph featuring a collection of antique firearms and cowboy memorabilia. The items are arranged on a wooden table, and include revolvers, pistols, rifles, bullets, and other cowboy accessories. The image evokes the rugged and lawless nature of the American West during the late 19th century, when duels and shootouts were common. The artifacts serve as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives and culture of cowboys and gunslingers from this era.

Gunsmoke – Bureaucrat. ep199, 560129

By Keith January 29, 2024Gunsmoke, Western

Chester has news for Matt as he meets him on the street. It's just plumb crazy talk. A bureaucrat from back East is to arrive in Dodge, and is to…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family -Book 47 Chapter 6 – Further Preparations For Claudia’s Departure. 430815

By Keith November 24, 2023Drama, One Mans Family

Title: Further Preparations for Claudias Departure. Mother Barber, Claudia, Teddy, and Cliff seek what little relief from the heat they can in the shade. Though food shortages are the buzz…

Gunsmoke – Cow Doctor, Tom Hanley. ep163, 550528

By Keith May 28, 2023Gunsmoke, Western

In the course of the typical rutine business of the day, Matt, chester, and Kitty meet on the street. Things are quiet in Dodge City so Matt lets Chester take…

Fort Laramie – Captains Widow. ep6, 560226

By Keith February 16, 2023Fort Laramie, Western

A supply train returns to the fort, and Captain Quince is surprised to find a civilian wagon in the patrol. Mrs Wintner is looking for her husband, a field officer…

Booster rockets at the bottom of an Apollo, Saturn style rocket.

X Minus One – The Green Hills Of Earth. ep8, 550707

By Keith January 10, 2023Science Fiction, X Minus One

The story of a blind singer of the spaceways. The flippant singer has gotten on the captain's bad side, but today he has been offered the chance to redeem himself.…

Gunsmoke – Bloody Hands Alafraganza. ep155, 550402

By Keith April 2, 2022Gunsmoke, Western

Chester and Doc talk about Matt going on the trail of a band of notorious killers. Just as they're worrying, Matt rides in on a wagon full of bodies in…

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 the Opera Star. ep316, 490223

By Keith February 23, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

It's morning in Summerfield, and Gildersleeve rises early, but Birdie doesn't quite have breakfast ready. She doesn't mind though, does she? Gildersleeve answers Marjories question about his early rising by…