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A black and white photograph of William Bendix as Chester Riley, a man in a suit and tie, standing at a microphone with headphones on. He is smiling and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. In the background, there is a sign that reads "Life of Riley," the name of the radio program he starred in. The overall effect is one of nostalgia and vintage Americana.

Life of Riley – The Household Drudge. ep210, 480910

Posted by By Keith August 4, 2025Posted inComedy, Life of Riley
The scene, Riley's weekly poker game. Conversation turns to the topic of how to handle a woman. Back home, in the reality of the domestic world where Peg deals with…
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Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Abner and Lizabeth Move in with Lum. 480824

Posted by By Keith March 31, 2023Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
After selling all his furnishings at the auction, Abner needs a place to stay. Cedric is on hand to learn what life is like with Abner living with Lum. He’s…
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Gunsmoke – Scared Kid. 551218.

Posted by By Keith December 18, 2014Posted inGunsmoke, Western
An evening of fun and gambling in Dodge City turns into an altercation. Matt puts a stop to it, but the undercurrents of something more remain. Later, Doc talks with…
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Family Doctor – Enjoyment. ep4, 1932

Posted by By Keith January 14, 2014Posted inDrama, Family Doctor
Doc Adams talks with his wife on their porch, on a rainy night, watching the neighborhood. What do they have to say about the leisure activities of those around them?…
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Vic and Sade – Two Tons Of Coal. 390705.

Posted by By Keith June 13, 2011Posted inComedy, Vic and Sade
Sade has caused a stir with both Rush and Vic when she has a special chore for them to do. Screaming like panthers, the guys protest at giving up their…
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Lum and Abner – Abner Hates Being In High Society. 350729.

Posted by By Keith February 28, 2011Posted inComedy, Lum and Abner
Lum and Abner - Abner Hates Being In High Society. 350729. Horlicks: Low cost products are out there, but is cutting on quality worth the pennies saved? Accept no less…
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