Ideas – Retro Radio Podcast

AI generated vintage-style illustration titled "Lum and Abner: Movie Mahem," subtitled "Argument Over How to Run the Picture Show." It shows three men in a store called "Jot 'Em Down Store." One man behind the counter holds bingo cards and points to a chalkboard titled "Cinema Bingo" with written rules. Another man in a suit looks confused with question marks above his head. The third man in a plaid vest stands near a door labeled "Picture Show Now Playing." Various old-fashioned items like apples, bottles, and boxes are visible.

Lum and Abner – Argument Over How To Run The Picture Show. 350710

By Keith September 18, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

With their legal trouble resolved, Lum and Abner turn their focus back to the movie theater. However, a debate over Lum's new bingo-style cinema game leads to a major disagreement—prompting Lum to trade his half of the Jot 'Em Down Store to Abner for sole ownership of the picture show.

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Rehearsing Next Week’s Show. 401125

By Keith November 25, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

We find the cast wrapping up the last few jokes of the previous show, then George wants to review and evaluate their performance. With the fast-paced world of radio comedy,…

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 – A New Old Folks Home. 420508

By Keith June 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Returning from the county seat to stock up on merchandise, Lum shares with Abner about how they had a close call in safekeeping the money that Diogenes left with them.…

Lum and Abner – Mousey Talks To Cedric. 420430

By Keith May 26, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

With Cedric still camping out in front of the store, he has added a few extra flourishes to draw attention to himself, and earn more money. Inspired by Gilbert the…

Lum and Abner – Nursery In The Jot Em Down Store. 410919

By Keith August 10, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the bank was forced to close, all that remains is the partition where the bank once operated. Lum gets Abner confused when he refers to the grass being greener…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Abner Dresses Dummy Like A Woman. 410609

By Keith June 15, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After Cedric’s first and only business decision for the Jot 'Em Down store, he's back to his usual job as delivery boy. Meanwhile, Lum and Abner try to figure out…

Lum and Abner – Marketing Scheme Backfires. 410605

By Keith June 13, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and Abner hope to get a few business ideas from Cedric Wehandt. Cedric and Abner have rabbits all over the store after their pen breaks.…

Lum and Abner – Cedric the Marketing Director. 410603

By Keith June 11, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner talk about their bad luck in getting the store restarted. Everyone is making money from it except them. Since they've taken Cedric in as Vice President, all…

Lum and Abner – Vice President Cedric. 410527

By Keith May 30, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

In trying to restock the Jot 'Em Down store with fresh merchandise, the guys are having trouble with coming up with cash. Cedric stops in trying to sell some fresh…