Elections – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Campaign Gets Hot. ep125, 440507

By Keith May 7, 2026Comedy, Great GildersleeveNo Comments

Relaxing in his office, Gildy puts up his feet and read love letters from his fiancée, Eve Goodwin. In voiceover, we hear the sweet nothings from Eve. His day dreams…

The front view of a classic vintage car with a wide, intricate chrome grille and four round headlights, two on each side. The car is white with red accents around the headlights and the top edge of the grille. The chrome bumper is prominently visible at the bottom. The background is dark with a blurred, dramatic cloudy sky, creating a striking and moody atmosphere that emphasizes the car's design.

Green Hornet – Votes For Sale. 400927

By Keith March 14, 2026Adventure, Green Hornet

A candidate for mayor plots to do anything it takes to win the votes of the 5th Ward. A pivotal section of swing voters in town. Scoffing at the ethics…

Lum and Abner- Abner Asks Listeners To Vote For Lum. 350222

By Keith March 6, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Brickert advises listeners the flashlight offer ends soon. Now, let's see what's happening down in Pine Ridge. Abner takes criticism over his efforts to get his money back, after…

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 Donates Abners Insurance Money. 350221

By Keith March 4, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Use it for sick kids. Easy even for babies to digest, and helps them recover from sickness. Ready for another visit to Pine Ridge? Let's go! Abner is afraid…

Lum and Abner – Newspaper Reports On Abner’s Donation. 350220

By Keith March 2, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Not getting enough sleep? Just before going to bed, treat yourself to a hot glass of Horlicks. The flashlight promo is coming to an end. Squire is organizing all…

Lum and Abner – Restocking Of The Jot ’em Down Store Begins. 350218

By Keith February 27, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: For weight control, easy to digest, keeps your alert, helps children grow. Carlton Brickert reminds listeners that the flashlight factory is swamped, so wait patiently. The flashlight promotion has…

Lum and Abner -Abner Hires Cedric To Carry A Campaign Poster. 350215

By Keith February 25, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Brickert reports that the flashlight factory is swamped, but all who write in for one will get one. At the close of the last visit to Pine Ridge, Lum…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Election For School Board President. 420914

By Keith November 26, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap shares trivia from the almanac with Abner. The Hooker telescope on Mt Wilson, CA has the biggest mirror. Who needs a mirror that big? Abner speculates, The gents get…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – George Tries To Impress Fifi. 401104

By Keith November 4, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

It's the day before election day in 1940, and the day where we pick the man, we want to live with for the next four years... but not the way…

Lum and Abner – President Of The Gold Mine. 420817

By Keith October 22, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The gents are determined to fight for the gold mine that rightfully belongs to their foundling baby. Amid taking orders for deliveries, Lum tells Abner why he ought to be…