Jobs – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

Various baking and cooking equipment including measuring cups, mixing bowls, and utensils.

Mary Lee Taylor Show – Sally Finds An Apartment. 481111

By Keith October 5, 2023Documentary and Interview, Mary Lee Taylor

Leaving the small town where she always lived, Sally moved to Capital City to be with her husband, Jim. He left the job he took only after having it a…

Jim Jordan in a Fedora and Marian Jordan wearing a hat in 1937. Standing in front of a microphone, dressed in vintage clothing from the 1930s, likely performing a radio show - the popular duo Fibber McGee and Molly.

Fibber McGee and Molly – Sandwich Parlor. ep195, 390307

By Keith March 7, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber has a hamburger stand, and we get to se his skill at customer service. He has a cook to whip up the goodies as he mans the cash register…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Clay City English Test. ep34, 490327

By Keith September 18, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Connie tells about the hypertensive Mr Conklin, and the assignment he gave to her. Mrs Davis sticks up for Connie, and feels she should be paid for the extra work.…

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Edward My Son. 490918

By Keith August 7, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

As Don and Jack joke, Jack gets his feelings hurt, and makes a phone call to have Don fired. Phil and Mary enter, and Don points out that Mary just…

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 – Ben Prepares to Leave Town. 470320

By Keith July 11, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Making preparations to leave town, Ben Withers talks with Abner. Is there something Lum can think of that will keep the man in town? Is there a new vocation tthey…

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello – Baby Sitting Job. 480428

By Keith April 28, 2022Abbott and Costello, Comedy

After a wardrobe malfunction, the guys joke about horse races. Lou tells about his date with Susan Miller, then about the nose on Bud's wife. Melonhead is on hand to…

Abbott and Costello – Sam Shovel Meets The Moonshiners. 490303

By Keith March 3, 2022Abbott and Costello, Comedy

The discussion of how much of an idiot Lou is briefly interrupted by an early show musical interlude, followed by more of Bud's joking disgust at the lunacy. The conversation…

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 -Leroy’s Holiday Job Selling Papers. ep304, 481201

By Keith December 1, 2021Comedy

Gildersleeve is moving kind of slow as he lingers in getting out to work. The family gives him a hard time about not being on the job. Marjorie starts looking…

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.

Burns and Allen – Gracie Looking for a Job. 461219

By Keith November 23, 2021Burns and Allen, Comedy

Wanting to earn some money of her own, Gracie applies for a job. After her confusing application process is done, she goes to the floor to learn the ropes from…

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day – Dennis Writes an Advise Column. 481113

By Keith November 13, 2021Comedy, Dennis Day

Dennis opens with a song, You Were Only Fooling. Mrs Anderson is excited when she gets a letter from her wealthy aunt. To make good impressions, she wants to roll…