Politics – Page 7 – Retro Radio Podcast

Jack Paar – Spoofs on Fan Magazines and Disc Jockeys. ep4, 470622

By Keith June 22, 2014Comedy, Jack Paar

The weather, and politics are always easy targets for topical humor. Jack also pokes fun at other radio programs, Inner sanctum, Lassie, and Summer radio. The Page Cavanaugh Trio sing,…

Burns and Allen – Beverly Hills Uplifter Society Meet 470522

By Keith May 23, 2014Burns and Allen, Comedy

George is bursting with song as he greets Gracie in the morning, but only until he finds the Ladies Uplift Society meeting in full swing in the den. What does…

Family Doctor – Campaigning. ep33, 1932

By Keith March 20, 2014Drama, Family Doctor

A political rally is being organized in town, and doc is asked to introduce the rival for the mayor's job. Rip Bliss takes the stage to deliver his speech, but…

Mel Blanc – The Stuffed Pheasant. 470304

By Keith March 4, 2014Comedy, Mel Blanc

In the Spring like weather, young couples are making romantic plans, but what movie are Mel and Betty planning to see? The topic of politics comes up, but is there…

You Are There – Radio, The Listening Years. 471106

By Keith December 15, 2013Drama, You Are There

The final stop through the historic presentations that CBS Reporters take you through. Radio has only been around for the past 27 years at this time, and CBS reviews some…

Tonight Show – Jack Benny, Mel Blanc. 740123

By Keith July 21, 2013Comedy, Documentary and Interview

Heeerrre's Johnny! Enjoy a classic monolog where Johnny talks about the cool weather, news about the cost of living, new business ideas, dating, the president, and plenty of adlibs as…

You Are There – Maximillian Is To Be Executed, 1867AD. 480523

By Keith November 13, 2012Drama, You Are There

Unless the new governor of Mexico grants a stay of execution, Archduke Maximillian faces a firing squad at sunrise. Pleas, and protests pour in from royalty and dignitaries all around…

You Are There – Charge Of The Brittish Light Brigade, 1854AD. 500219.

By Keith May 6, 2012Drama, You Are There

The battle of Balaclava was a pivotal moment in the Crimean War. The Brittish troops spend time regrouping between battles, and CBS reporters take us there to relive the action.…

You Are There – Colonel Johnson Eats The Love Apple, 1820AD. 490130.

By Keith April 8, 2012Drama, You Are There

Every year in Salem New Jersey, Col Johnson sponsors the state fair. He is also responsible for bringing the tomato plant to America. He judges prize plants each year, and…

You Are There – The Trial Of Aaron Burr, 1807AD. ep81, 491030.

By Keith March 25, 2012Drama, You Are There

This is the 28th day of the trial of vice President Aaron Burr, and there is still no clear outlook on how it will end. The governing body is divided…