Elections – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 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 – 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…

A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – The Problem Child. ep215, 481022

By Keith August 18, 2025Comedy, Life of Riley

Hey, I think this show was the one that was podcasted last week, and the show last week should really be titled as this one. Sorry for not catching the…

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Don Still Won’t Sign His Contract. ep680, 490130

By Keith July 27, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Dennis opens the show to remind us of last week's incident with Don refusing to sign his contract. Flashback to Jack's house where Dennis and Rochester talk. Jack is busy…

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

You Are There – The Election Of Thomas Jefferson. ep48, 481031

By Keith March 10, 2025Drama, You Are There

After deadlocks in counting the ballots, we find ourselves back in time , and the date, February 17, 1801. Who will emerge the winner, and next president of the United…

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 – Jack Gets a Haircut – More Trouble with the Sportsmen. ep595, 461110

By Keith November 10, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Rolling the clock back just a few minutes, we join Rochester giving Jack a haircut. Phil pops in to invite Jack over for a party at his house for Alice.…

This Week in Pine Ridge – Campaigns, Flashlights and Fundraising (February 11-15, 1935). (Retro 695)

By Keith May 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Lum and Abner - Lum Is Nervous. 350211 Carlton Bricker advises to hurry and get a promotional flashlight, and how to get one. It's a way for loyal fans to…

This Week in Pine Ridge-Let’s ’Lect Lum – 350204-08 (Retro 694)

By Keith April 27, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

Featuring a full week in Pine Ridge. Keith introduces the shows by sharing a few tidbits of news items that also occurred elsewhere in the world. Lum and Abner -…

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 – Bank Robbers In Pine Ridge. 400304

By Keith March 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the election, the women now rule the local government. The unique nature of this event has made newspaper coverage, all to the embarrassment of Squire Skimp. Lum gets a…

Lum and Abner – Big Election Held. 400301

By Keith March 1, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's plan to cause a rift in the lady’s group has failed. Today he and Abner discuss the upcoming election. Squire enters, and the guys discuss the election and voting…