Grandpap – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Lum To Travel With Circus. 350405

By Keith May 11, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Lum Falls In Love With Zenora. 350404

By Keith May 8, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You'll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…

Lum and Abner – Dick Smashes Lum And Abners Glasses. 350403

By Keith May 6, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…

Lum and Abner – Lum Borrows 200 From Union Bank. 35040

By Keith May 4, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let's see what's happening in Pine Ridge. After…

Lum and Abner – Storm Blows Circus Tent Down. 350329

By Keith April 29, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…

Lum and Abner – Eye Glasses Trouble. 350328

By Keith April 27, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Lose Money In Circus. 350325

By Keith April 20, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Having trouble sleeping? Try Horlicks, just make a hot cup of malted milk before bed time. You won’t regret it. In the Jot -em Down store, Grandpap talks to…

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 – Abner Buys Ten Cases Of Soap. 350228

By Keith March 13, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Carlton Brickert reads a testimonial letter of how Horlicks helped a sick baby grow strong, and recover his health. Abner has been taking advantage of his new found authority…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – A War Bond. 420511

By Keith June 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the short-lived idea about an old folks home didn't work out, Lum and Abner continue to discuss ways to invest their $10K in the community. Grandpap offers an idea…

Lum and Abner – Hush Money. 420428

By Keith May 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap talks with Abner about going in with Cedric and his tent that he pitched out front. He wants to make some money by setting up a fortune telling racket.…