Parties – Retro Radio Podcast

Nero Wolfe – Disguise For Murder. ep1, 820115

By Keith July 1, 2026Detective and Mystery, Nero WolfeNo Comments

Cynthia Brown has a story to tell Archie about her friend, Doris who was killed. A man who is at a party in Nero's office is the one Cynthia is…

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 – Squire Returns From Chicago With The Check. 350522

By Keith June 29, 2026Comedy, Lum and Abner

Carlton Bricker reminds listeners to send for their photos of Lum and Abner before it's too late. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum has decided to order his statue. Today Lum…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Married, But Single. 421006

By Keith May 19, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

at home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic…

Crime Club Epitaph For Lydia. ep23, 470501

By Keith May 12, 2026Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

Take the easy chair by the window, the book is on the shelf. A story of a missing person who is found by death. The story opens with a party…

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 – Rhinelander Charity Ball(Masquerade Ball). 481011

By Keith February 26, 2026Comedy, My Friend Irma

Irma and Jane talk about the charity masquerade party in the society section of the paper. A fancy event thrown by Jane's boyfriend's family. Though Irma would like to go,…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone on the set of their radio show in 1942.

Jack Benny – New Year’s Eve Party at Biltmore Bowl. ep428, 420104

By Keith January 4, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Don Wilson rolls back the clock, and we join Jack in Rochester as he prepares for the new year celebrations. Jack learns the bad news about how Rochester lost his…

American actress and singer Alice Faye. She is seated in a chair, wearing a white blouse and dark skirt, and is looking off to the side with a slight smile on her face. The background is dark and there is a decorative pattern visible on the wall behind her. Shepherd Conservation Society.

Phil Harris – The Sponsor’s New Year’s Eve Party. ep161, 501231

By Keith December 31, 2025Comedy, Phil Harris

The time is coming for the sponsor's new year' eve party. Is Phil invited, or not? Frankie isn't concerned to not be invited; he's been to plenty of good parties…

The Ave Maria Hour – New Years Day In A Taxi

By Keith December 22, 2025Perry Mason

this undated episode is a rebroadcast of the hour of power. For some this time of year is a time of joy, for others it’s something else. An old taxi…

A festive image of a vintage Santa Claus holding a large sack of toys over his shoulder, with a snowy background and the words "Spread the Christmas Spirit" written in bold white letters above.

Abbott and Costello- Christmas Party. ep80,441221

By Keith December 4, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Lou is all dressed up as Santa Claus, to put on a Christmas party for a little nephew Sebastian. Costello is looking forward to his whole family attending. Bud asked…

Charlie Chan – The Man Who Murdered Santa Claus. 1946

By Keith December 3, 2025Detective and Mystery

Charlie and #1 son are helping to plan for the annual police Christmas party. Carols are sung at the piano. The party takes a less than festive turn when a…