Impressions – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Abner’s Difficulty with Images Stamped on His Face with Indelible Ink. 480818

By Keith March 22, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

On a previous installment that apparently doesn't exist, Abner had been playing with a stamp pad, and now has indelible ink on his face. Cedric enters the Jot ‘Em Down…

Art VanHarvey, Bernardine Flynn, Paul Rhimer, and Bill Eidleson

Vic and Sade – No More Pretty Boy. 440620

By Keith June 20, 2022Comedy, Vic and Sade

What makes a good impression on others? Is it accomplishments at work? Is it handsome, good looks? Is it being competitive, and coming out on top? As Russel and Vic…

Red Skelton – Impressing Others. ep34,,, 420526

By Keith May 26, 2022Comedy, Red Skelton

The topic of the day is movies, and screen tests that Red and the cast have been involved in. Ozzie and Harriot sing, I Really Like You. Deadeye drives the…

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 – Restaurants Want Lumburger Recipe. 470108

By Keith April 13, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Price is no object when customers order Lumburgers in the Meadowlark restaurant, and Lum tells how restaurants across the country clamour for his recipe. Abner has armed himself with a…

Lum and Abner – Wants Duncan Hines to Visit. 461205

By Keith March 14, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner complains that Lum isn't working at improving on complaints from the restaurant customers. The book that Lum is reading is one from Duncan Hines, a well known food critic…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Last of the Double Features, Sign On The Dotted Line. 1939 and 440310 (Retro Plus)

By Keith March 10, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy, Retro Original

The absolute last of my Amos and Andy double features. I mean it this time. Until I find more of the old classics from before the 1940's. First Show: Singing…

"Damon Runyon Theatre - Neat Strip Spectrogram" - A grayscale spectrogram of an old radio program episode from 1949. The title of the show, "Damon Runyon Theatre", is displayed at the top, with the episode number and title "Ep. 50 - Neat Strip" beneath it. The spectrogram displays the audio frequencies of the episode, with horizontal lines representing different frequencies and vertical lines indicating the volume and intensity of the sound. The spectrogram captures the audio patterns and fluctuations of the program, allowing for analysis and visualization of the episode's sound content.

Damen Runyon Theatre – Neat Strip. ep50, 491211

By Keith December 11, 2021Comedy, Damen Runyon, Detective and Mystery

Broadway is our host and narrator who fills us in on Mr Golden. The man is a burlesque hall owner who is approached by a young gal, determined on being…

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day – Helpings Mr. Anderson Get Old Love Letters. 481204

By Keith December 4, 2021Comedy, Dennis Day

Dennis opens with, Clancey Lowers the Boom. A theatrical troupe is coming to town, and both Mildred and Mrs Anderson want to attend. Hey, Mildred claims to have been born…

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.

Phil Harris – Frankie Borrows Alice and the Kids. ep80, 481205

By Keith November 22, 2021Comedy, Phil Harris

Phil announces that Frankie is coming over to ask a favor. All the family, including Alice, I oWillie and girls panic as they hide their piggy banks, and valuables. What's…

Dad’s Army (BBC) Broadcast to the Empire. 721225

By Keith November 10, 2021Comedy

The Christmas broadcast is about to go out, and the Home Guard members get ready to do their part in relaying greetings to and from troops serving across the Channel.…