Rivals – Page 2 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white checkered deerstalker hat with ear flaps and a visor.

Sherlock Holmes – A Scandal in Bohemia. ep193, 451210

By Keith May 22, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sherlock Holmes

Intro by Peggy Webber, explaining emotional attitudes of Sherlock Holmes, especially his skeptical nature, and his distrust for emotional displays. Irene Adler, or the person who Holmes only refers to…

Image of a cowboy on horseback herding cattle in a field, with a Herding Dog.

The Roy Rogers Show – The Russian Kid.

By Keith May 4, 2026Roy Rogers, Western

Pat Friday listens, as Vern Smith narrates this story of frontier Robin Hoods. One of them was a big Russian, and this is how his life was turned around. In…

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Leila’s Party for Joanne. ep248, 470423

By Keith April 23, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

after an encounter with a bully named Snyder, Judge Hooker stops to tend to Leroy. Taking the boy home, the judge is a calming presence as Marjorie in Gildersleeve panic.…

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.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Battles of Belvedere. ep149, 490501

By Keith March 11, 2026Detective and Mystery, Sam Spade

Belvidere is an island, visible in the bay, and from Sam's office. Met by an intriguing oriental girl, Sam meets her benefactor, and his new client, Mr. Battle. The artist…

"An apple sitting on a school teacher's desk"

Our Miss Brooks – Stretch Is Accused Of Professionalism. ep42, 550522

By Keith March 10, 2026Comedy, Our Miss Brooks

Note: Not sure this is the right date for this episode. The one listed with this episode and date is one about a Great Dane. The big rival baseball game…

Gene Autry – Buck and Kate

By Keith March 9, 2026Gene Autry, Western

Gene opens with a song, When Payday Rolls Around. He continues with, Sometime Someone Says I Love You. In the bunkhouse, Pat Butram gets his list of chores from Gene.…

Jack Armstrong – Adventure of the Sunken Reef. ep3, 401225

By Keith February 28, 2026Adventure, Jack Armstrong

Jack, Billy, Betty, and uncle Jim is on the Spindrift and a storm rage as they sail towards their goal in the Sulu Sea. Uncle Jim issues the orders, and…

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

Jack Benny – Fred Allen to Broadcast on Sundays. ep433, 420208

By Keith February 8, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

Don lets us know that daylight savings time goes into effect tomorrow, and here comes a man who has to deal with the changes, Jack Benny. Is Jack managing to…

Casey, Crime Photographer – Too Many Angels. ep211, 471113

By Keith February 4, 2026Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

In the Blue Note, Ann is having her place painted and is hoping Casey will take her out. He does, and even takes their bar tending friend, Ethylbert, out to…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Caesar RomeroSteels bills Girlfriend. 490120

By Keith January 20, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

Burns and Allen - Cesar Romero. 490120. George and Gracie read the newspaper at the breakfast table, each enjoying their favorite sections. Gracie chats it up about her favorite Hollywood…