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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – A Picnic Proposed. ep5, 1934

By Keith April 4, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

The girls try to convince mama to have a picnic this Sunday. Trouble is that grandma and uncle Boris are coming over. Papa comes home with indigestion, and to an…

Mama Blooms Brood – Sidney Comes To Dinner. ep4, 1934

By Keith April 3, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Mama is busy in the kitchen, because Sara's boyfriend is to visit for dinner. Mama and pop argue about relatives. Why don't the girls help in the kitchen? Well, you…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – New Dresses. ep1 1934

By Keith April 1, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Mama Bloom's Brood. 1934. Program #1. Broadcasters Program Syndicate/Bruce Eells and Associates syndication. Music fills for local commercial insert. Mama manages to get two dresses out of Papa for the…

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

My Favorite Husband – Mother In Law Visits. ep34, 490304

By Keith March 4, 2024Comedy, My Favorite Husband

As we look in on the Coopers this morning, George, Liz, and Katie are doing their typical morning routines. Liz is worried and afraid to tell George that her mother…

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.

Barry Craig – Case of the Corpse On Delivery. 511031

By Keith February 28, 2024Barry Craig, Detective and Mystery

Or, The Bail Jumper. A weary Barry Craig puts up his feet and waits for a bail bondsman to fill him in on a big job. it's worth 10% of…

Let George Do It – End Of Summer. ep149, 490829

By Keith February 1, 2024Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

George responds to a letter from Roseann, a woman who claims her sister and husband are missing. But is there something else that's bothering Roseann? Marsha and Richard are the…

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 – Riley Seeks Knowledge. 481029

By Keith October 29, 2023Comedy, Life of Riley

Riley seeks to improve his mind, but his ideas don't come from books. It's more his speed to get his information from listening to radio shows. I wonder if he…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 46 Chapter 4 Family Reunion With Marine Jack Barbour. 430502

By Keith August 14, 2023Drama, One Mans Family

Title: Family Reunion with Marine Jack Barber. Jack and Betty get ready for the day in their home next door to Ma and Pa Barber. Just how many kids does…

Red Skelton (Avalon Time) Marco Polo Skelton. ep12, 390325

By Keith March 25, 2023Comedy, Red Skelton1 Comment

Dell King introduces that man who is fit as a fiddle, Red Skelton. Red talks to his back talking Mike about his homely family, and the new spring fashions. Phil…

Bob Hope ( Pepsodent Show) Judy Garland. ep24, 390307

By Keith March 7, 2023Bob Hope, Comedy

Leading off with jokes on horse racing at Santa Anita, Bob includes topics of losing at betting, pickpockets, trouble finding parking, and more. After Bill Goodwin announces the night's guest,…