Movies – Page 10 – Retro Radio Podcast

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Yellow Jack. 381009

By Keith October 9, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

As Jack and the cast make their appearances, they talk about how well the show went last week. Mary enters, and Jack talks about their date the night before. Mary…

A black and white book cover with the title "You Can't Do Business With Hitler" in bold red letters at the top. A man in a suit with a serious expression is in the foreground, while Hitler's face is in the background, partially obscured by smoke. The author's name, John Roy Carlson, is written in smaller letters at the bottom.

You Can’t Do Business With Hitler – Heads They Win – Tails We Lose. ep1, `1942

By Keith September 29, 2022Drama

Recounts the trouble an American businessman had in dealing with the Nazi's just before the war broke out. To further demonstrate the heavy political overtones that Germany had supposedly practicing,…

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…

Boston Blackie – A Boat Is on Montgomery Street. ep210, 490119

By Keith June 11, 2022Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

Police Inspector Farraday is about to go off duty when a strange case of murder falls onto his lap. Of course, he immediately sends for Boston Blackie to see what…

Red Skelton – Impressing Others. ep34,,, 420526

By Keith May 26, 2022Comedy, Red Skelton

The topic of the day is movies, and screen tests that Red and the cast have been involved in. Ozzie and Harriot sing, I Really Like You. Deadeye drives the…

a vintage photo of George Burns and Gracie Allen.

Burns and Allen – Convincing William Boyd To Retire. 490505

By Keith May 5, 2022Burns and Allen, Comedy

Burns and Allen - Convincing William Boyd To Retire. 490505. Featuring Hopalong Cassidy, also called Bill Boyd. George laments about being on television, but Gracie encourages him. George doesn't think…

Jack Benny -A Yank At Oxford. 380410

By Keith April 10, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Don introduces the latest tax payer and home owner of Beverly Hills. We learn about the termite condition in Jacks new house. His architect, Burgess, has gone overboard with dog…

Fred Allen – Murder On The High Seas, Or Boy Meets Gull. ep25, 370310

By Keith March 10, 2022Comedy, Fred Allen6 Comments

Peter Van Steeden and his singers kick off the show by singing, Boo Hoo. Fred reads the Town Hall Bulletin with stories including: matches, and rear ends. In the news:…

Jack Benny Program – Submarine D-1 Part Two. ep286, 380227

By Keith February 27, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

After the whole cast, including audience greet one another, Jack and Don talk about doing something new on radio. As Jack complainss aboutt Fred Allen, Mary enters. They discuss corny…

Jack Benny – Scoop Benny. ep281, 380123

By Keith January 23, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack and Don talk about being the muscular outdoors type. Phil joins in the conversation to poke fun of each other's athletic prowess, and their personal habits. Mary arrives and…