Preparations – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Practice Hash House Lingo. 461210

By Keith March 18, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Squire helps Lum make crepe souzette, to improve the standing of his menu at the restaurant. It's all to make an impression on Duncan Hine when he visits next week,…

Lum and Abner – First Busload of Passengers. 461202

By Keith March 7, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

After opening his restaurant, and petitioning to have the busline stop in Pine Ridge, Lum is in anticipation as he waits for the first bus crowd. Abner tells about a…

Illuminated taxi cab sign on the roof of a sedan

Amos and Andy – Ruby’s Diamond. 440218. (Retro Plus)

By Keith February 18, 2022Amos and Andy, Comedy

Another double feature of classic Amos and Andy. First Show: The Marriage Of Andrew H Brown. 04-03-1939. All the elaborate preparations are made, the rehearsal has taken place. All of…

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 – The Hat Shop’s Grand Opening. ep314, 490209

By Keith February 9, 2022Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Today, Gildersleeve finds himself in business with Adeline. They are about to open the hat shop that she will operate out of her house. Marjorie talks with him about the…

Lum and Abner – Lum Plans Big Welcome. 461031

By Keith February 2, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap is relieved to learn from Abner that Lum really didn't want to build that big office building for Doc Withers. Cedric is back, but not for shoe shopping today.…

Great Gildersleeve – Secret Engagement. 481103

By Keith November 3, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Last week, Gildy and Adeline got engaged. Flash back to the day after. He did it for the sake of the baby, and so the baby girl could be adopted.…

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 – Article About Arrival. 460516

By Keith June 25, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

The big build up from last week comes to a head, and Bob Hopes arrival is announced. The mystery of why the big time comedian is visiting will be explained.…

Lum and Abner – Why Is Bob Hope Coming. 460515

By Keith June 23, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

Now that the arrangements for the arrival of Bob Hope have been put into motion, there's still a burning question that remains. Why is Bob Hope coming to Pine Ridge?…

Lum and Abner – Bob Hope’s Publicity Man. 460514

By Keith June 21, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

A mysterious telegram had arrived for Lum and Abner about important business. Today we learn what it's all about. The day is nearing it's end, and Lum begins to think…

A Date With Judy – Aunt Lily’s Wedding. ep26, 420915

By Keith December 7, 2020A Date With Judy, Comedy1 Comment

Something big is happening in Judy's life, as she describes it to her brother Randolph. She is taking on a job with the school newspaper. The news of her aunt…