Rivals – Retro Radio Podcast

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Dinner Party for Doc And La Trivia. ep488, 461029

By Keith October 29, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

With meat shortages a thing of the past, Fibber and Molly have a roast in the oven. Knowing that Doc Gamble and Mayor Latrivia have a date with their mutual…

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 – Building A Radio Transmitter. ep1534, 1936

By Keith October 19, 2024Juvenile, Little Orphan Annie

Annie and Joe are faced with the problem of having to build their own radio. Is this a job that's too big for even Annie? Being stuck on an island,…

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 – Bull Moran. ep461, ep485, 461008

By Keith October 8, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber and Molly enjoy having a look at family photo albums. He talks about being picked on by the class bully. When he learns his old bully, Bull Moran has…

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 – Gildy Sues Bullard. 490525

By Keith October 3, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Special guest tonight is Kay Star. As Gildy pulls into his driveway, he gives neighbor, Bullard the right of way. In a moment of double politeness, Bullard takes the opportunity…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber Needles Doc And Latrivia About Fifi. 461210

By Keith September 17, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Trying to stir up the sparks in a love affair, Fibber calls the mayor’s office to spread rumors about Fifi Tremain and Doc Gamble. Will mayor Latrivia fall for the…

Frank Merrywell – The Professor’s Decision. 480925

By Keith September 12, 2024Detective and Mystery, Frank Merrywell

All week long, the football team has been preparing for the big game. A rival, and a bully from their past has just enrolled at Yale. Will he mean trouble…

Lum and Abner – Miss Fredericks Dating. 411016

By Keith September 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum's life with his fake broken leg has him down, but worse than the lies are the fact that he hasn't been able to go on a date with the…

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy’s Millionaire Friend. 490511

By Keith August 29, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Wouldn't it be nice to have a friend who was a millionaire? Gildersleeve does. He is thrilled to know that his friend Ben will be coming for a visit. As…

Lum and Abner – Lum Fakes A Broken Leg. 411010

By Keith August 29, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner talks with Lum, and can't imagine why he's in such a good mood. after talking with Ezra Seastrunk. There had been some bad blood between them since Esra won…

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Sara Is Jealous. ep60, 1934

By Keith August 14, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Becky Bloom manages the phones at her husband's office. Sarah enters to say hello. There seems to be something on her mind. Becky comforts her through her tears, as Sarah…