Investments – Retro Radio Podcast

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Amos and Andy – Trying To Find Madame Queen (Retro Plus). ep22, 440303

By Keith June 23, 2026Amos and Andy, ComedyNo Comments

Andy talks to Amos to say that he needs to find Madam Queen, a past love who he hasn't seen for several years. Andy explains how his love affair dissolved…

Lum and Abner – Squire Receives a Visit. 350108

By Keith January 9, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks, a rich, cool, refreshing flavor that you won't get tired of. It builds strong bones, and is even good for kids. After learning they sold out to Squire Skimp,…

Lum and Abner – Squire Skimp President of SW Oil. 350107

By Keith January 7, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsored by Horlicks: nourishing, easy to digest, a fine weight control lunch for overweight people. The Southwest Oil company is no more. Lum and Abner are surprised to learn they…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Sell the Oil Well. 350104

By Keith January 5, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsored by Horlicks, when you're feeling sick, it makes you well, children love it. Recently Mr. Carter came to town to buy the oil well the gents drilled. An agreement…

Bing Crosby – Kraft Music Hall – Guest, Ed Gardner )Archie). 431202

By Keith December 15, 2025Bing Crosby, Music

Playlist: Bing sings, Victory Polka. Bing salutes farmers everywhere for their part in supporting the war effort. Ukie enters to see whether Bing missed him while he was gone. Is…

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 – Lum And Abner Owe Squire Money. 420820

By Keith October 29, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Legal fees have shot up, and doubts are raised that the gold mine has any worth. Them bank fellers know everything, and when Lum's credit reputation is called out, he…

Lum and Abner – Who is Going To Run The Gold Mine. 420813

By Keith October 20, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The baby left in the care of Lum and Abner turns out to not be a king, as they supposed. Instead, he's an heir to a gold mine, somewhere in…

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Sherlock Holmes – The Paradol Chamber. ep177, 450521

By Keith January 29, 2025Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

Watson recounts an evening in 1887, when he was relaxing with his new bride. They discuss possible family investments. Is it a fraud, or a new and revolutionary invention? John…

Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Retirement. ep76, 1934

By Keith November 2, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

note: this is the last episode in the series. At least the last one that exists. Don't let the title fool you, the storyline seems to continue. The blooms are…

The image is a colorful, minimalist illustration of a dog with a light green head, white body, and black spots. The dog's ears are dark red, its nose is black, and its tongue is red, hanging out to one side. It has large, round white eyes with a black dot in the center. The dog is sitting upright with a lifted paw and a curved black tail. The background is solid blue.

Little Orphan Annie – Telegram For Mr Silo. ep1067, 1936

By Keith August 17, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

Sunny days have returned, and Mr Silo enjoys the front porch with Annie and Joe. They talk about the natural justice that was dished out to Mr Flint, and his…