Pranks – Retro Radio Podcast

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…

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

Jack Benny – Halloween Celebration. ep419, 411102

By Keith November 2, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Turning the clock back to a few days ago, we join Rochester and Jack as they prepare for the costume party planned for Halloween. Mary enters as an Indian squaw…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – Dive Bomber. ep418,411026

By Keith October 26, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

In the world of radio in 1941, next week is Halloween, and Don gives Jack a grand and gay introduction. As Jack tries to chew Don out, his attention is…

Casey Crime Photographer – The Life Of The Party. ep216,471218

By Keith December 18, 2024Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

As we join Casey and Ann on a wintery street on the way to their next job, they witness what they first think is a joke. A man known for…

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 – Jack Tries To Break His Contract With The Sportsmen. ep594, 461103

By Keith November 3, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

In flashback again, we look in at Jack's house as he talks about the aftermath of Halloween pranks. Jack has called the cast together with good news from the sponsor.…

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 – Halloween Party. ep98, 431031

By Keith October 31, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildy gets the house ready for Marjorie's Halloween dance party. Of course, as Birdie makes the tasty treats, he can't resist trying to sample a few. If Birdie will let…

Jack Benny – Sportsmen Are Fired. 541031

By Keith July 28, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don flashes back to last year, on the day after Halloween. Rochester talks to Jack about rowdy kids in the neighborhood, and Halloween pranks. Don and Jack talk about Polly's…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – The Youth Who Learned To Shiver And Shake. ep20, 470816

By Keith January 27, 2024Juvenile, Lets Pretend

Take a train ride to storyland to learn about the brave boy who had to learn to shiver and shake. A fearless boy was never afraid at spooky stories, although…

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 Show. ep44, 431223hh

By Keith December 23, 2023Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Bud is upset that Lou is late, and hears about the relatives who kept him busy. Lou tells about party favors and arrangements he has lined up. There is confusion…

Jack Benny – April Fool’s Gags. ep330, 390402

By Keith April 2, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

Don brings us the man who held the ladder for Clark Gable to elope with Carol Lumbard, Jack Benny. The news of the celebrity wedding is the focus of jokes.…