Relatives – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello – Costello’s Father’s Day Gift. ep103, 450614

By Keith February 12, 2026Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Abbott remarks about Costello’s strange family. Why were his relatives carrying the sign, and why are his relatives living with him? Costello talks about bathroom mishaps, and relatives who are…

The popular program 'One Man's Family' is being broadcast from Studio 'C' at 111 Sutter Street, San Francisco, 1934. The program was heard on the NBC Pacific Coast Network. Shown are (left to right:) Kathleen Wilson (Claudia); Barton Yarbrough (Clifford); Bill Andrews (announcer); sound effects man Ed Ludes and his water effects machine; Bernice Berwin (Hazel); Mike Raffetto (Paul Barbour); Minetta Ellen (Mother Barbour); Page Gilman (Jack); J. Anthony Smythe (Father Barbour).

One Man’s Family – Book 71, Chapter 1. Reintroducing the Barbers. 490704

By Keith December 5, 2025Drama, One Mans Family

Exploring the family members in this complex family. Who are they, and how are they related to each other? This episode from 1949, som 18 years after the show has…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Thanksgiving Show. 401118

By Keith November 18, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

As George tries to get the show started, we learn that Gracie is missing. We learn that she's busy at home, trying to take care of sick relatives. The whole…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Rogues Gallery – Suspicious Will. 460131

By Keith February 4, 2025Detective and Mystery, Rogues Gallery

Trying to pick up a hot dame, Rogue finds that pamela has just received word that her dad has been murdered. More troubles emerge when the judge, who is acting…

Crime Club – Fear Came First. ep16, 470313

By Keith September 20, 2024Crime Club, Detective and Mystery

The librarian answers the Crime Club telephone, the signature opening for this program, then shares the story of a house that was divided by fear. A big spooky mansion, a…

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 – Uranium Rich Uncle Elrod. ep1438, 571208

By Keith September 10, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

A newspaper article reports that an uncle of Fibber's just hit it big with a uranium strike. Is it the same uncle Elrod, and will he remember good ol' Fibber?…

Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Naming Party. ep68, 1934

By Keith September 7, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

It's the day for the babies to be named, and the blooms await their guests. Mama wants to make sure that Jake wears his completely new suit they recently bought.…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Picking Baby Names. ep67, 1934

By Keith August 30, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

The day has come to choose names for the twins. Jake and Becky Bloom wait for the arrival of Sydney and Sarah. She is getting frustrated, and wants to know…

The image is a colorful, minimalist illustration of a dog with a light green head, white body, and black spots. The dog's ears are dark red, its nose is black, and its tongue is red, hanging out to one side. It has large, round white eyes with a black dot in the center. The dog is sitting upright with a lifted paw and a curved black tail. The background is solid blue.

Little Orphan Annie – Telegram For Mr Silo. ep1067, 1936

By Keith August 17, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

Sunny days have returned, and Mr Silo enjoys the front porch with Annie and Joe. They talk about the natural justice that was dished out to Mr Flint, and his…

Mama Bloom’s Brood -Tascha Bloom Akoff. ep56, 1934

By Keith August 5, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Jake has discovered that being the owner of a movie studio doesn't get much fame, like directors, producers or actors do. Becky finds Jake sitting with his eyes close, nursing…