New_Skills – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Jolly Boys Band. ep340, 491123

By Keith May 8, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Leroy gives Gildersleeve grief about going to school. Gildy goes to sing with his Jolly Boys who sing a few bars of, Rambling Rose. Back home, Leroy has a surprise…

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 – Lum Hypnotizes Abner. 470527

By Keith September 26, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Working out the details for his new radio show format, Lum is teased by Abner about hypnotism. Abner is a little confused about being held in a trance, and is…