Easter – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – How Jack Found Phil. ep546, 450401

By Keith June 18, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Audio is a touch on the fast side. Rochester and Mary talk about Jack being appointed as an Admiral. we find Jack in the bathtub with his fleet, and talks…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Dyeing Easter Eggs. 500409

By Keith April 9, 2023Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

It's that time of year, and we find Connie Brooks and Mrs Davis in the kitchen diing Easter eggs. Harriot pops in to get the eggs on to boil. The…

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

Jack Benny – Four Girls in White. ep331, 390409

By Keith April 9, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

The sensation of the Easter Parade, Jack Benny, enters to joke about style, fashion, and Carmichael his Polar bear. The flashy fashions of Rochester and Phil are mentioned, and the…

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

Greatest Story Ever Told – The Betrayal and the Crucifixion. ep144, 500402

By Keith April 2, 2023Drama, Greatest Story1 Comment

Preparing to celebrate the Passover, crowds throng in the streets. Joseph of Arimathea is amazed at the cheers of the people. Elsewhere, Caiaphas is far from pleased with the palm…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Easter Parade. 490417

By Keith April 17, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

At Jack's house, Rochester makes comments behind Jack's backas Jack finishes getting dressed for the big Easter Parade. Rochester finds Jacks diaray and reads a few lines from it. He…

Mel Blanc – The 100 Dollar Easter Egg Hunt. 470408

By Keith April 8, 2022Comedy, Mel Blanc

The big Easter Egg hunt is scheduled, and businesses are putting special eggs into the mix, valued at some nicely priced amounts. Mel's business isn't doing so well, but to…

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…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Dating Club Disaster. ep27, 440407

By Keith April 7, 2021Amos and Andy, Comedy

Amos confronts Andy about his wedding plans with Madam Queen. Instead, Andy has plans for a hot date. Maybe he can bum some cash from Kingfish? Maybe Kingfish will get…

Jack Benny – A Train Trip To Los Angeles. ep251, 370328

By Keith March 28, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

Or, The Train Porter. In the train station in Chicago, Jack and the gang board the train bound for Los Angeles. Autograph seekers, Rochester the train porter, and the silliness…

Red Skelton (Avalon Time)Skelton’s Flea Circus. ep14, 390408

By Keith July 24, 2020Comedy, Red Skelton

The topic is Easter,, fashions, Spring cleaning, and housekeeping as Red holds a discussion with his microphone Phil Davis plays, Honolulu. Red Foley sings, Rainbow Valley. Bob Strong plays, In…