Nightclubs – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Dancing Hands. ep25, 490319

By Keith March 19, 2024Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

Identical twins are at the center of Marlowe's investigation. Going to meet his new client, he takes in a nightclub act where the twins perform on stage. Philip gets a…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly Johnny Dollar – Alonzo Chapman Matter. 510704

By Keith January 8, 2024Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Audio is good, but muffled a little. After a shooting in Los Angeles, Johnny Dollar is on the job to interview the girl who is being held as a material…

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – A Corner Of Autumn. ep6, 530205

By Keith November 26, 2023Drama, On Stage

It all starts in a bar when he meets the woman of his dreams. She is the singer at the night club, but a dysfunctional relationship soon blooms. He is…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – Milford Brooks III. 481207

By Keith October 4, 2023Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

The audition show for this long running, popular series. Johnny Dollar was a different kind of detective. He was actually a freelance investigator for insurance companies. He was always on…

Nero Wolfe – The Careless Cleaner. ep5, 501117

By Keith August 11, 2023Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

Archie Goodwin, the long suffering assistant to Nero Wolfe narrates their latest mystery. Clay Michaelson is an art dealer, and jealous of his wife. His friend, Lou Saunders is a…

Philip Marlowe – The August Lion. ep44, 490806

By Keith August 6, 2023Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

As the evening grows late, a knock comes to the door of Philip Marlowe. Who's the girl, and why has he been mistaken for a doctor? Marlowe sees through a…

"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Spike Jones – Burle Ives. 480507

By Keith February 17, 2023Music, Spike Jones

`Features Spike Jones and his City Slickers. Complete with the Park Avenue Hillbilly Dorothy Shea, and guest tonight, Burl Ives. Spike opens with, Row Row Row. The show is being…

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 – Tyrone Power. 491204

By Keith December 4, 2022Comedy, Jack Benny

At rehearsal Jack gets on the nerves of the cast as he complains over their poor performance on the previous show. Phil, Mary, and Dennis all get in their jokes…

Richard Diamond – Caspary Case. ep81, 510202

By Keith September 14, 2022Detective and Mystery, Richard Diamond

A woman comes to Richard for protection. She secretly witnessed her husband plotting to kill her, but there's more to it than that. When Dick goes to investigate, he gets…

Close-up of a pair of spectacles or eyeglasses designed to improve vision, with silver frames and clear lenses.

You Bet Your Life – Secret Word, Book. 500531

By Keith May 31, 2022Comedy, You Bet Your Life

Groucho Marx handles the questions, and the contestants include: A consession seller at ball parks is teamed with a nightclub girl at Cerro's. Groucho learns a little about the duties…