Rochester – Page 11 – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Jack Returns To America By Ship And Hears An Echo. 481003

By Keith September 19, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

After spending the Summer making appearances throughout Europe, Jack is returning. England, France,and other countries. Now join the gang in flashback on the Queen Mary as they cruise home. Jack…

Jack Benny, Mary Livingstone and Don Wilson posing for a photo in 1938.

Jack Benny – The Devine Farm. 371031

By Keith August 1, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

The show opens with the usual commercial, and another yummie Jell-o recipe by Don. Rochester helps Jack get the party preparations finished up, with plenty of stingy jokes. Mary reports…

Command Performance – Joan Blondell Dick Powell Judy Canova Virginia OBrien. ep67, 430515

By Keith May 15, 2021Command Performance, Music

Hosted by Joan Blondell. Virginia O'Brian reads greetings from the mail bag before singing, Did I Get Stinking at the Club Savoy. Rochester talks to Joan about Jack Benny then…

Jack Benny – A Train Trip To Los Angeles. ep251, 370328

By Keith March 28, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

Or, The Train Porter. In the train station in Chicago, Jack and the gang board the train bound for Los Angeles. Autograph seekers, Rochester the train porter, and the silliness…

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

Jack Benny – From Chicago – Monument For Jack. 430221

By Keith February 21, 2021Comedy, Jack Benny

Before the show starts, get a news flash about the latest in food rationing. Joking about military acronyms, Jack gets a nickname, then teases Don Wilson about his weight. Topics…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Thanksgiving Dinner. ep862, 531129

By Keith November 29, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

Don rolls the clock back to last Thursday, and we join Jack and Rochester as they inventory the pantry. When Mary visits, Jack falls off his stool. Everything seems fine……

Three kings kneeling, with stars in the background.

Jack Benny – Rochester Is Shocked By Electric Alarm Clock. 491225.

By Keith November 27, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

All is peaceful and serene in Jack's home, but when Don takes us into flashback mode we join Jack on the day before. He and mary trim the tree where…

Jack Benny – Dennis Imitates People on the Phone to Jack. ep861, 531122

By Keith November 22, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

Just after last week's TV show, Jack is pleased with the laughter it received. Not bad for someone who has been in show businesses long as Jack has… How long…

Jack Benny – Last Show For NBC. 481226.

By Keith November 2, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

Jack takes over the mike to announce Don, and mention an award that Don just received. Don returns the favor to mention a magazine article that featured Jack. Mary talks…

Jack Benny – Jack Buys A G-String. ep857, 531025

By Keith October 25, 2020Comedy, Jack Benny

Rochester is helped by his friend Roy, as he cleans up after the party of the night before. What's the latest news about the Coleman's? Rochester be getting married to…