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Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Bloom’s Brood -The Magician’s Show. ep73, 1934

By Keith October 12, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Sarah and Sidney joined mama and papa Bloom for a car ride. Sarah complains about how slow her Papa drives, but they all pile into the automobile and had out.…

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 – IRS Audits McGee. ep1427, 571102

By Keith July 2, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is so thrilled over a favorite TV show that he can't sleep, or relax. Nothing can spoil his mood, until he gets a letter from the IRS for an…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – The Bridge Game. ep40, 1934

By Keith June 24, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Papa Jake feels uncomfortable being at a resort hotel in Michigan. There's a Bridge game to remember! The date is approximate. . 14:08. Audio condition: Excellent. Complete. After Selling the…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber the Director. ep246, 400430

By Keith April 30, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills plays, Bo Jangles of Harlem. As Molly is busy in the kitchen, a message that could bring great change comes to Fibber. All he has to do is…

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.

Vic and Sade – Landladies Photos Again. 410207

By Keith February 7, 2024Comedy, Vic and Sade

Uncle Fletcher is in the Gook home today to show off pictures from his landlady. Though uncle Fletcher always seems to have been about everyplace, and knows just about everybody,…

Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Drama in Ancient Rome. ep127, 370913

By Keith April 4, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

As a favor for his civic organization, Fibber has been tasked with writing a play. Listen in for behind the scenes glimpses as Fibber casts his characters. Billy Mills plays…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Concert Goers. ep596, 491025

By Keith July 19, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The McGee's are planning to spend an evening out at the Civic Concert Hall. As they make their preparations, Ole, the janitor stops by to talk about the fun musical…

Lux Radio Theater – Burlesque (Al Jolson, Ruby Keeler). 360615 (retro688)

By Keith January 30, 2020Al Jolson, Drama, Lux, Retro Original

First. Consider sponsoring a show. All the details for either a one time donation, or ongoing support is on the Donate page. Behind the scene at a burlesque show, a…

Great Gildersleeve – State Water Inspector. ep200, 460303

By Keith April 7, 2019Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Showing up in the office, gildersleeve is lured away when Judge Hooker offers to take him to lunch. Should he be doing that? Bessie has some important correspondence for her…

Eddie Cantor – Guest, John Barrymore. 410226

By Keith February 26, 2019Comedy, Eddie Cantor

The weather is the main feature of Eddie's opening jokes. Harry Vonzel wants to know what became of the mystery man who made those threatening phone calls to Eddie last…