Holidays – Page 8 – Retro Radio Podcast

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Lux Radio Theater (CBS) Remember the Night (Fred MacMurray, Barbara Stanwyck) 400325

By Keith November 27, 2022Drama, Lux

A court room is an unlikely setting for a love story, especially when its between the prosecutor and the woman on trial. Diamonds are stolen, and word goes out on…

Prince Olaf Of Norway (NRK) To Norwegians Living Abroad. 400101

By Keith November 26, 2022Documentary and Interview

King Olaf greets his countrymen who are serving and living abroad. He encourages citizens to unite to strengthen the country. He then switches to Norwwegian, presumably to convey the same…

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.

Lum and Abner (CBS) Christmas Story. 381223

By Keith November 15, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The scene opens with three old gents looking for a farm that lays East of town. With a little help from a star, they get their bearings. Doc Miller has…

Henry Halls Hour – The BBC Dance Orchestra Directed By Henry Hall. 361121

By Keith November 5, 2022Music

Playlist It Had to Be You. The Business Game. The Fairy over the Christmas Tree. Serenade in the Dark. Singer songwriters, Michael Kerr and Jimmy Kennedy team up to mention…

The Heart To Heart Hour (KNX) Christmas Program. 351222

By Keith November 3, 2022Documentary and Interview

Featuring: Rev. Charles E Fuller. Copyright is held byViola University, and hundreds are available in their library. This episode is one of a few that arre freely offered on the…

Thanksgiving cornucopia filled with a variety of foods from autumn harvest, including pumpkins, corn, apples, grapes, and gourds.

Lum and Abner – Chester the Turkey. 461128

By Keith March 4, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

It's Thanksgiving in Pine Ridge, and Abner is sharing the meal at Lum's house. Lum has a live turkey that he wants to furnish for the festivities. Abner gets confused…

Norman Corwin (CBS) The Plot To Overthrow Christmas. 421224

By Keith January 3, 2022Drama

In poetic form, this story begins with Nero, who is being summoned for an unholy council. A plot is being formed to overthrow the most favored of holidays. The meeting…

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

Jack Benny – Leaving For San Francisco Next Week. ep278, 380102

By Keith January 2, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack and Don talk about their recent Christmas holiday, and the gal that Jack went out with on New Years Eve. It seems that Phil set him up with a…

"Vintage radio microphone against a black background with the words 'Suspense' written in bold white letters. The microphone is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs in gold and white, giving a sense of classic elegance and drama."

Suspense – Back For Christmas, with Peter Lorre. ep71, 431223

By Keith December 23, 2021Suspense, Suspense and Horror

Features Peter Lorre. Peter plays Herman, a professer of biology who is digging in the basement to prepare his devils garden, a type of orchid garden. His wife is upset…

A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

Dragnet – Big Hit and Run Killer. ep126, 511108

By Keith November 30, 2021Detective and Mystery, Dragnet

Traffic Investigation, Hit and Run Felony Detail. A hit and run driver escapes, after killing a woman, and seriously injuring her grandson. Now it's up to Joe Friday to catch…