New_Starts – Retro Radio Podcast

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Lux Radio Theater – Mary Burns Fugitive(Mary Aster, Paul Deerborne). 380411

By Keith August 30, 2025Drama, Lux

Features Henry Fonda. A story of a woman who was kidnapped by a gangster, and found love while a fugitive. Cecil Be DeMill is still recovering from illness, so Edward…

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 – First Show For CBS. 490102

By Keith June 22, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don announces this as being the first show for CBS, and sets the stage for a flashback. Jack, Mary, and Rochester drive to the studio in the Maxwell. Jack is…

A photograph of a doctor wearing a stethoscope around their neck, standing against a plain background. The doctor is wearing a white lab coat and a serious expression on their face, as if listening intently to something. The stethoscope is draped over the doctor's shoulders and resting on their chest, and their hands are folded in front of them. The overall effect is one of professionalism and medical expertise.

Dr. Kildare – Abandoned Baby. ep14, 500503

By Keith July 25, 2022Dr Kildare, Drama

When an abandoned baby is brought to the hospital, the staff adopt the malnourished infant as they administer care to keep him in good health. Jack Webb makes an appearance…

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 – Gildy the Opera Star. ep316, 490223

By Keith February 23, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

It's morning in Summerfield, and Gildersleeve rises early, but Birdie doesn't quite have breakfast ready. She doesn't mind though, does she? Gildersleeve answers Marjories question about his early rising by…

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 – Lum May Leave Town. 460919

By Keith December 6, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

In the aftermath of learning about the prank Abner and grandpap pulled on him, Lum drips with sarcasm as he and Abner talk. He's especially annoyed when he spots grandpap…

Lux Radio Theater – Desire, Marlene Dietrick. ep124, 370315

By Keith March 15, 2021Drama, Lux

A man nervously paces the floor as he prepares to deliver a speech to the boss. His plan to ask for a raise turns into the boss being pleased with…

Gunsmoke – Bottle Man. ep142, 550101

By Keith January 1, 2021Gunsmoke, Western

Gunsmoke - Bottle Man. 550101 A story of a town drunk who wants to go straight, and sober up so he can kill a gambler. It seems the man has…

Phil Harris – Concert Stage. 500101.

By Keith January 1, 2017Comedy, Phil Harris1 Comment

It's the morning after the big New Years celebrations, and in the Harris home we find the family doing what most families do. Alice reflects on her blessings as she…

Lum and Abner – Preparing To Build The Rolling Grocery Store. 350812.

By Keith March 14, 2011Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner - Preparing To Build The Rolling Grocery Store. 350812. Horlicks: One of the best food drinks you can buy is also one of the most economical. An…

Lum and Abner – Lum Forgot To Buy Fire Insurance. 350716.

By Keith February 15, 2011Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner - Lum Forgot To Buy Fire Insurance. 350716. Horlicks: The delicious beverage for all occasions. Previously in Pine Ridge, Lum's movie theater has burned down, and he…