Halloween – Retro Radio Podcast

Spike Jones (Spotlight Review) Jan August. ep5, 471031

By Keith January 18, 2026Music, Spike Jones

Spike's guest is the Sinatra of the Steinway, Jan August. Mike Wallace introduces Spike Jones and his City Slickers as they play, No, No Nora. Dorothy Shea, the blonde Park…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – Halloween Celebration. ep419, 411102

By Keith November 2, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Turning the clock back to a few days ago, we join Rochester and Jack as they prepare for the costume party planned for Halloween. Mary enters as an Indian squaw…

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

Jack Benny – Dive Bomber. ep418,411026

By Keith October 26, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In the world of radio in 1941, next week is Halloween, and Don gives Jack a grand and gay introduction. As Jack tries to chew Don out, his attention is…

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.

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Green Witch. ep56, 491029

By Keith July 4, 2025Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Audio is good, but not the best. Madeline Hughes is in need of protection, and the life of a desperate man depends on having Marlowe find her. As the kiddies…

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.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – Fairly Bright. 481031

By Keith June 18, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Get into the Halloween spirit with witches brews, costume parties, howling wolves, and more. Sam fits into a Halloween ball to pose as an uninvited guest. Instead of adding some…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Tries To Break His Contract With The Sportsmen. ep594, 461103

By Keith November 3, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

In flashback again, we look in at Jack's house as he talks about the aftermath of Halloween pranks. Jack has called the cast together with good news from the sponsor.…

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 – Halloween Party. ep98, 431031

By Keith October 31, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildy gets the house ready for Marjorie's Halloween dance party. Of course, as Birdie makes the tasty treats, he can't resist trying to sample a few. If Birdie will let…

Jack Benny – Masquerade Party. ep346, 391029

By Keith October 29, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

In the holiday spirit, Rochester sings a Mexican ditty, while Jack dresses in his costume as Romeo for the masquerade party. Mary has her camp fire girl costume on under…

Jack Benny – Jacks Halloween Party. 381030

By Keith October 30, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

In Jack's Beverly Hills home, he gets ready for his big Halloween party. Rochester, and Mary helps him out, as they tease him about his party supplies. Kenny enters to…

Jack Benny – Jack Goes Trick Or Treating. 481031

By Keith October 31, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

The boys of the Beaver club compare notes on what they got from trick or treating. As the kids keep comparing notes, they tell secrets about Jack. When the gang…