Projects – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – Lunch At The Brown Derby. 490109

By Keith July 6, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don sets the stage for a flashback in the Brown Derby where two waiters argue over who has to take care of Jack Benny. While Jack and Mary wait for…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Hush Money. 420428

By Keith May 23, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Grandpap talks with Abner about going in with Cedric and his tent that he pitched out front. He wants to make some money by setting up a fortune telling racket.…

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

Great Gildersleeve – Leila’s Antique Vase. 1957

By Keith February 20, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Featuring Willard Waterman. Gildy is surprised at home when Leila pops in as he is taking his tool kit to the basement. She marvels at his tools, and wants him…

A black and white photograph of Fibber McGee and Molly, a couple from a popular radio show of the same name. They are standing in front of a closet that has been opened, with clothes and other items spilling out onto the floor. Fibber is holding a mop and wearing an apron, while Molly looks on with a smile on her face. The overall effect is one of humor and domesticity, with the couple's playful antics and cluttered living space providing a snapshot of life in mid-century America in 1948.

Fibber McGee And Molly – House Alteration – Look for an Architect. ep500, 470121Fibber McGee And Molly – House Alteration – Look for an Architect. 470121

By Keith January 21, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

As the McGee's discuss the name of a good architect, Wallace Wimple visits. Who designed his house? He has a special room to keep his bird books in. Why does…

Phil Harris – Rewiring The House. 491113.

By Keith November 13, 2016Comedy, Phil Harris

After feeling nervous, grouchy and irritable, Alice has sent Phil for a checkup at the doctors office. He wants to know: Does Phil drink? Get plenty of sleep? Getting plenty…

Lum and Abner – The New Observatory. 421007

By Keith July 20, 2016Comedy, Lum and Abner

After his night on the mountain to find a spot for building the observatory, Lum complains about his blistered feet. In Lum's house, Abner helps nurse the blisters, and the…

Mel Blanc – Colbys Water Heater. 460924

By Keith September 24, 2013Comedy, Mel Blanc

Betty complains to Mel that he does too much work for the money he charges his customers. Betty's dad, Mr Colby enters, and misunderstandings and jokes about his wife begin.…

X Minus One – How To. 560403 (retro283)

By Keith October 31, 2010Retro Original, Science Fiction

X Minus One - How To. 560403 (retro283) A futuristic show about the 21st century, and robots, and both some benefits, and drawbacks of such appliances that are designed to…