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Sherlock Holmes – The Fifth of November. ep188, 451105

Posted by By Keith January 7, 2026Posted inDetective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes
Watson recounts the history of Guy Fox Day, and the celebrations enjoyed by children in the streets to commemorate the demise of the would-be assassin of yore. A man enters…
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American actress and singer Alice Faye. She is seated in a chair, wearing a white blouse and dark skirt, and is looking off to the side with a slight smile on her face. The background is dark and there is a decorative pattern visible on the wall behind her. Shepherd Conservation Society.

Phil Harris – The Sponsor’s New Year’s Eve Party. ep161, 501231

Posted by By Keith December 31, 2025Posted inComedy, Phil Harris
The time is coming for the sponsor's new year' eve party. Is Phil invited, or not? Frankie isn't concerned to not be invited; he's been to plenty of good parties…
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Christmas Wreath on Door.

Jack Benny (NBC) Goodbye 1941. ep427, 411228

Posted by By Keith December 28, 2025Posted inComedy, Jack Benny
Introducing that man who gave up partying, but Jack complains that Don is just ungrateful. Mary enters to see if Jack can tell what's new about her. Dennis has a…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Retro Christmas 2018. (647)

Posted by By Keith December 25, 2025Posted inMusic, Retro Original
A random selection of songs pulled mostly from old time radio shows, but some may be from other podcasters. Songs gleaned to use in the podcast that were collected about…
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"Piano keys arranged in a wavy line."

Bing Crosby – (General Electric) Rosemarie Clooney Christian Forqad. Ep9, 521204

Posted by By Keith December 21, 2025Posted inBing Crosby, Music
The big question is. who is Christian Forqad? The 8 year old co- star in Bing's new film, currently in production. Sleigh Ride. (Bing Crosby) Playlist Christian joins Bing to…
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A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Hallmark Playhouse (CBS) Room For A Stranger Frank Sinatra. 461219

Posted by By Keith December 18, 2025Posted inDrama
A Navy flier was home for Christmas 1943. While travelling, he gets a telegram that calls him back to duty at Great Lakes. Time is tight, but a fellow traveler…
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Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

In Review (MBS) 1945 In Review. 451225

Posted by By Keith December 1, 2025Posted inDocumentary and Interview
William Lang narrates the news headlines. The top feature has been the first Christmas not at war, and GI's were coming home A year of victory. A middle aged man…
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Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Thanksgiving Show. 401118

Posted by By Keith November 18, 2025Posted inBurns and Allen, Comedy
As George tries to get the show started, we learn that Gracie is missing. We learn that she's busy at home, trying to take care of sick relatives. The whole…
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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – Halloween Celebration. ep419, 411102

Posted by By Keith November 2, 2025Posted inComedy, 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…
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Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Dive Bomber. ep418,411026

Posted by By Keith October 26, 2025Posted inComedy, 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…
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