Insurance – Page 3 – Retro Radio Podcast

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Amos and Andy – Between Life And Death (Victor Moore). 440324

By Keith March 24, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Guest star today is Victor Moore. Last week Kingfish had a minor accident, and claimed his injuries were worse than they actually were. We find him today nursing his wounds…

Amos and Andy – Insurance Fraud. 440317

By Keith March 17, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Kingfish and Amos discuss the newly rekindled love between Andy and Madam Queen, when Henry Van Porter enters to sell Kingfish on renewing his policy. After hearing the benefit of…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – The Elk’s Club Mortgage. ep578, 490308

By Keith March 8, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Life is full of unsolved mysteries, but one of the most pressing is why the Elks club would make Fibber their Financial Secretary. He writes a speach to deliver at…

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.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – The SS Malay Trader. ep236, 500210

By Keith February 10, 2022Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

The action moves fast and without much background. Johnny goes undercover when he signs on as a crew member of a sailing ship. He gets settled in, meets the crew,…

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 – Selling Insurance to Doc. 461106

By Keith February 9, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

In the Jot 'Em Down store, Lum tells Squire Skimp how Doc Withers barged his way into renting the feed room to live in. When Squire hears about the rent…

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Death Takes a Working Day. ep35, 500203

By Keith February 3, 2022Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

After the death of Mr Martin, Johnny Dollar takes a job to investigate at the luxury estate. Suspecting a murder, and to prevent the insurance company from making an unnecessary…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Bodyguard to Anne Connelly. 491203.

By Keith December 3, 2021Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

A call to be a bodyguard for a life insurance policy holder gets Johnny to spring into action. Ann has a problem with a man who is out to kill…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – How To Pay For A Piano. 460911

By Keith November 24, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

Worries continue over how Lum can raise money fast. Maybe he can have an accident, and break an arm or leg forr an insurance claim? Lum immediately discounts the idea,…

Let George Do It – The Seven Dead Years. ep105, 481025

By Keith October 25, 2021Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

A man is looking for a missing woman. It's been nearly seven years and is about to cost him thousands of dollars. The man, Mr Samuels is an insurance agent…

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 – Name The Baby Contest. ep295, 480929

By Keith September 29, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

The day begins at the Water Commissioner's office. Gildy is visited by a man who has an insurance policy for the baby. A policy provided courtesy of the Jolly Boys…