Jail – Retro Radio Podcast

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen- With Howard Duff. 490210

By Keith April 7, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

Gracie is responsible for getting George, and Sam Spade where they are today. In jail. In the jailhouse George explains to the jailer how Gracie landed him and Howard Duff…

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.

Burns and Allen – (CBS) Christmas 1940. 401223

By Keith December 23, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

Sponsored by Spam. Announcer, Bud Heston, Bandleader, Artie Shaw. Vocals by the Smoothies. Starring George Burns and Gracie Allen. Gracie tells George about the film she saw with Bud at…

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 – Lum’s Return. 420330

By Keith April 14, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The mystery of the missing Lum continues, where we find grandpappy Spears talking with Abner in the Jot 'Em Down store. Abner faces losing his house, and even the store,…

Lum and Abner – Detective Mousey. 420327

By Keith April 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Cedric are still missing without a trace. Squire Skimp talks with Mousey Gray in the Jot 'Em Down store about the situation. Is the manhunt in the hills…

Lum and Abner – Abner Arrested. 420326

By Keith April 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Great excitement has Pine Ridge all abuzz. Lum and Cedric were to stand trial, but both have broken out of jail, and fled. Today Squire Skimp talks to Abner in…

Lum and Abner – Cedric Escapes From Jail. 420324

By Keith April 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's worry deepens as he complains over being framed. Abner gets confused and thinks Lum means having his picture hung in the post office. More old Edwards sayings emerge to…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Cedric’s License Plate Stolen. 420302

By Keith March 7, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's air raid warden duties haven't turned up any dangers from the sky, but they are beginning to uncover suspicious activities from Diogenes Smith. Mousey continues to watch at night,…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Archie Andrews – Nazi POW In Riverdale. 450623

By Keith January 18, 2025Archie Andrews, Juvenile1 Comment

For Archie it's always a matter of life and death, but do you know what he needs to do? Just relax. Today in Riverdale, Fred and Mary Andrews sit around…

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 – Lum Is In Jail. 420122

By Keith January 17, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

After his botched robbery, Lum finds himself in jail. Will he let Abner explain his side of the story? Lum complains about the hard labor that he has been forced…

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.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – Bail Bond Caper. 480627

By Keith January 3, 2024Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade2 Comments

Using a temporary secretary, Bernardine, Sam files his report. A dame needs help in getting her husband, Leo, out of trouble. He’s trying to go straight, but is finding it…