Romance – Retro Radio Podcast

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Successful Marriage Manual. 421013

By Keith May 26, 2026Burns and Allen, ComedyNo Comments

as George and Gracie discuss the latest in the war, the happy postman delivers the mail. He explains how his brother postman stays physically fit. Gracie gets a letter from…

Burns and Allen – Married, But Single. 421006

By Keith May 19, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

at home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic…

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – An Ideal Couple. ep24, 530618

By Keith May 16, 2026Drama, On Stage

Cathy and Elliot Lewis play, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, a couple who appear on a radio game show. If they prove to be the ideal couple, and that they are…

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 – Bird Watchers. ep246, 470409

By Keith April 9, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

once again, it’s the day for Leroy’s piano lesson in Gildersleeve is home early to talk to Miss Piper. Gildy manages to get rid of Leroy so he can have…

The Great Gildersleeve – Evening with Miss Piper. ep245, 470402

By Keith April 2, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

we join Floyd in his barbershop, as he relates his perspective on people in town. We roll back the clock to witness Gildersleeve talking with the local pastor. Can he…

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

Our Miss Brooks- The Frog. 490220

By Keith March 31, 2026Our Miss Brooks

Connie Brooks complains about her day at school. It seems that Mr. Boynton is more interested in his frog, science projects in the basketball team ahead of her. She speaks…

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 – Little Drops Of Rain. ep18, 451108

By Keith February 26, 2026Detective and Mystery, Rogues Gallery

Rogue goes into flashback mode to tell how his date with Liza was interrupted. His crooning to the gal ends when a phone call draws him out to see a…

On Stage – And a Fond Farewell. ep22, 530604

By Keith January 24, 2026Drama, On Stage

Cathy is a professor’s wife. In voiceover they each take turns telling how attractive they think the other is. we learn that they have been married for 20 years, and…

A close-up portrait of Willard Waterman as the Great Gildersleeves, a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair and a thin mustache. He is smiling widely, showing his teeth. He wears a dark suit jacket, white shirt, and patterned tie. The background is plain and light-colored, with no visible details. The lighting highlights the man’s facial features clearly, emphasizing his expressive eyes and cheerful demeanor. The overall look is formal yet friendly.

The Great Gildersleeve – Trying to Be Alone with Paula. ep431, 520123

By Keith January 23, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

Gildersleeves pursues his romance with Paula. Although he sees Paula’s daughter Babs is a roadblock, Leroy thinks she’s kind of cute. Gildersleeve’s had some plans though to leave Babs at…

Burns and Allen – Be More LikeGregory Peck. 490106

By Keith January 6, 2026Burns and Allen, Comedy

Gracie and her friend Dorothy enjoy a movie that features Gregory Peck. Their fantasy has to end when they return home, and face the reality of their husbands. Gracie shares…