Employment – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- Melonhead’s Department Store. ep116, 451213

By Keith March 13, 2026Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Lou talks about horses and giraffes in a Christmas parade. The topic switches to Costello being a world-class fashion designer. Manning the phones at Melonheads’ department store, Lou handles incoming…

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 – A Job For Bronco. ep339, 491116

By Keith May 1, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

In the Gildersleeve home, young love competes with old love for the use of the parlor. With romantic intentions interrupted, the foursome of Gildersleeve and Catherine Milford, and Marjorie and…

"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.

Lone Ranger – Train Wreck. 430430

By Keith April 30, 2023Lone Ranger, Western

There's danger on the trail ahead! Heigh Ho Silver Away! As a railroad train crosses a tressle it collapses. Later, around a camp fire, a group of the surviving miners…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Bums Rush. ep48, 490903

By Keith September 3, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Audio quality is good, but not as high resolution as others in the series. Aunt jessie phones philip for help for her problem. A proud man wants to win her…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Of Sound Mind And Body. 440421

By Keith April 21, 2021Amos and Andy, Comedy

Kingfish is trying to hook up his friends with a job in a foundery. Discovering the hard work involved, and seeing the chance to show off, Andy turns down the…

Great Gildersleeve – Ben Sells Life Insurance. ep193, 460113

By Keith January 13, 2019Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Though Gildy is feeling fine, Birdie has bad news about breakfast. In the office, his high spirits meet more set backs when Bessie points out the piles of undone paperwork.…

Bulldog Drummond – Help Wanted. 450813

By Keith August 13, 2018Bulldog Drummond, Detective and Mystery

A story that features Denny. With Bulldog Drummond out of town, his assistant shares how he solved his own mystery. A call sets Denny and Inspector Hogan on the matter…

Lum and Abner – Phinus Is Acting As A Guide For The Stranger. 440620

By Keith April 13, 2018Comedy, Lum and Abner

When a rich stranger from Detroit came to town, Lum and Abner were surprised to see Phinus with him. Abner's poppa has been waving money around, but hasn't said where…

Lum and Abner – Rich Stranger Arrives In Town. 440619

By Keith April 11, 2018Comedy, Lum and Abner

Every time a job is lined up for Phinus, something always seems to happen to keep him from it. Today, Lum and Abner discuss some of the missed connections. At…

Lum and Abner – Abner Hires Lum To Work In The Store. 440106

By Keith November 8, 2017Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum has been hit hard by bad luck. Today Abner rings the fire alarm to announce the sales promotions in the store. Lum enters, and sees his opening to hint…