Mix_ups – Page 4 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee and Molly – The Umbrella Stand. ep593, 491004

By Keith July 5, 2022Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

The McGees recieve a package from the Bon Ton Department store. It's an umbrella stand. The Old Timer arrives to interupt Fibbers rant over the stand, and his desire to…

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

Our Miss Brooks – The Auction. 500319

By Keith March 19, 2022Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

The cast members are meeting together to decide how to raise money for a bigger and better playground. Connie and Boynton are the faculty supervisors, while Walter and Harriet are…

A Day in the Life of Dennis Day – Mistaken Insurance Beneficiary Identity. ep113, 490319

By Keith March 19, 2022Comedy, Dennis Day1 Comment

Dennis opens with a personal message for his alma mater, and in honor he sings, Manhattan Men. After the opening commercial, the set up is told. Few people make it…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Ruby’s Diamond. 440218. (Retro Plus)

By Keith February 18, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Another double feature of classic Amos and Andy. First Show: The Marriage Of Andrew H Brown. 04-03-1939. All the elaborate preparations are made, the rehearsal has taken place. All of…

Amos and Andy – Three Strikes And You’re Out. 440211 (Retro Plus)

By Keith February 11, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Another Amos and Andy double feature. First show: Annual Minstrel Show At Lodge. 12-04-1936. A stage show done in vaudeville style. Andy opens with a humorous story about chickens. The…

Amos and Andy – Candy For Caroline, with Retro Plus. 431203

By Keith December 3, 2021Amos and Andy, Comedy

First show: 07-03-1929. Andy Reads ALaw Book To Help Amos. The first known show with theme music. Amos and Andy read a law book to try to help build the…

My Friend Irma cast in 1948. My Friend Irma, best new program: Marie Wilson as Irma with Cathy Lewis and, Cy Howard.

My Friend Irma – The Reward. ep34, 471201

By Keith December 1, 2021Comedy, My Friend Irma

Jane and Irma talk about being together in the apartment for a year. A phone call comes in from Richard, Janes boyfriend and rich boss. He needs to drop off…

Dad’s Army – Battle School. ep1-10, 740401

By Keith November 1, 2021Comedy

The gallant men of the Home Guard are always on the look out for ways in outwitting a possible Nazi invasion. Today we find a class in session on the…

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 – Can’t Get Railroad Tickets. 460618

By Keith August 6, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the mix up with the hat contest in Hollywood, radio host, Tom Breneman tried to cheer up Lum and Abner. To make up for the misunderstanding, Tom invited them…

Lum and Abner – Meeting Tom Breneman in Hollywood. 460617

By Keith August 4, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

After leaving to put their hat masterpiece in a Hollywood contest, grandpap has discovered the deadline is long over. It's too late to stop the guys as they try to…