Expectations – Retro Radio Podcast

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Picking Baby Names. ep67, 1934

By Keith August 30, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

The day has come to choose names for the twins. Jake and Becky Bloom wait for the arrival of Sydney and Sarah. She is getting frustrated, and wants to know…

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 – Movie Script Arrives. 400320

By Keith March 20, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Audio is a little weird. Abner is in the Jot 'Em Down store talking with Lum about the recent trouble in renting Squire the store. Lum tries to read and…

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 – Thousand Pound Inheritance. ep581, 490329

By Keith March 29, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber has received a letter from a London law firm, informing him of an inheritance from a rich uncle. He is to receive 1000 pounds Sterling. In 1949 dollars that…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Dragnet – The Big Father. ep290, 550308

By Keith March 8, 2022Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

A gentleman is in the police station to give the details of the burglary. Joe and Frank hit the streets, and interview people in the neighborhood. The people aren't very…

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

So, You Want to Stay Married – A Child Shall Lead Them. ep6, 1947

By Keith February 20, 2022Drama, Upper Room

In today's show, a young couple face the trauma of going through a divorce. With the sage advice of a judge, he offers marriage counseling. Ruth and Gordon work through…

So, You Want to Stay Married – Two Heads Are Better Than One. ep5, 1947

By Keith February 19, 2022Drama, Upper Room

In today's show, a young couple face the trauma of going through a divorce. With the sage advice of a judge, he offers marriage counseling. Ruth and Gordon work through…

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

Jack Benny – Driving back From San Francisco. ep280, 380116

By Keith January 16, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Flashback to the road trip in the Maxwell as Jack returns from his recent trip to San Fransisco. . Good motoring jokes between Jack, Mary and Rochester about how slow…

Art VanHarvey, Bernardine Flynn, Paul Rhimer, and Bill Eidleson

Vic and Sade – Wives Rule Book. 410216

By Keith October 21, 2021Comedy, Vic and Sade

Vic spends some time reading passages from the new rule book from the lodge. It deals with the proper, and expected behavior of the wives of the lodge members. Sade…

Phil Harris – A Dog for the Kids. ep46, 471207

By Keith February 15, 2020Comedy, Phil Harris

Hard at work, Phil lays down the line of discipline in band rehearsal. Can the guys meet the demands of the sponsor to play classical music? Alice meets the boys…

Aldrich Family – Bracelet For Kathleen. ep244, 440629

By Keith June 8, 2019Comedy

Henry wants to give his girlfriend Kathleen something special for her birthday, but his mother thinks the expensive jewelry he has in mind will carry a message. While she is…