Judges – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – League Of Death. 380109

By Keith November 11, 2024Shadow, Suspense and HorrorNo Comments

A courtroom decision puts a man behind bars, but Lamonte Cranston and Margot Lane think it's a case for the Shadow to be involved with. The sentenced man leaves a…

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.

Rogues Gallery – The Impossible Murder. ep47, 460516

By Keith October 11, 2024Detective and Mystery, Rogues Gallery

A crooked judge with the reputation of being a hanging judge, is throwing a party. Mingling at the swanky affair, Rogue eavesdrops in on conversations. Calling Rogue aside, the judge…

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Gentle Strangler. ep182, 470424

By Keith February 15, 2024Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

The show opens to a scene of the murder of a judge. When Casey, and the cops investigate, the prime suspect is a criminal who has vowed revenge on those…

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 – Motorcycle Cop, Judge, And Fibber. ep1, 350416

By Keith January 10, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

With his constant companion, and severest critic Molly, Fibber McGee is back with more of his antics. Our traveling entertainers are stopped by a police officer, and have their day…

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 – Queen for an Hour. 470508

By Keith September 5, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsorship for radio station VPR is growing, and Lum gets busy with Abner, trying to work up more spot announcements. The show spoof of the day is Queen for the…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of Murder With A Thousand Witnesses. 490929

By Keith August 16, 2022Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

The cheerful atmosphere at the county fair is marred when the judge of the baking contest dies of poisning, and from a cake that his own wife baked. The maid,…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Masquerade Party. ep181, 381129

By Keith August 15, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

There's a Costume party that Fibber is dressed up to attend. He's in a prisoner's outfit, but when his cab has a blow out he's forced to walk the rest…

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

Democracy in America – The Governor in the Boarding House. ep2, 620124

By Keith July 16, 2022Democracy in America, Documentary and Interview

The next step in the observation in the democracy of 1831 is in the humble conditions of its leaders, living in a lack of pomp. Praise for one another seems…

Lum and Abner – Doc Withers’ Testimony. 470217

By Keith May 25, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

After his stunt during his testimony, Abner is given a talking to from their lawyer about his mistake. Have Lum and Abner pushed the judge's frustration point to the limits…

Lum and Abner – Abner Takes the Witness Stand. 470213

By Keith May 23, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner3 Comments

Court is in session, and so far setbacks have ruled the day. As they wait, Abner talks to Lum about the admirable way Lizabeth can plow a field. Their lawyer,…