Scams – Retro Radio Podcast

The AI image is a vintage-style cartoon advertisement for "Lum and Abner," promoting the sale of shares in an Arizona silver mine. It features cheerful characters inside a store named "Jot 'Em Down Store." One man, labeled "President Lum," is handing a paper titled "Silver Mine Stock" to another man. Other characters, dressed in old-fashioned attire including overalls, hats, and formal wear, look on. The background shows shelves with goods and a window behind the group. A microphone icon is in the bottom right corner.

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Are Tired Of High Society. 350808

By Keith November 6, 2026Comedy, Lum and AbnerNo Comments

While Abner's high-society spending spree comes to an abrupt halt when he runs out of money, Dick Huddleston investigates a suspicious silver mine deal. Broke and humbled, Abner approaches Lum about teaming up once again to buy back the Jottem Down store.

Crime Club – Coney Island Nocturn. ep33, 470710

By Keith November 3, 2026Crime Club, Detective and MysteryNo Comments

When an off-duty cop on a date at Coney Island has his wallet lifted, his search for the missing item leads to a dead pickpocket on the beach—and into a suspenseful confrontation with three dangerous suspects at a local amusement venue.

"Two cowboys, Wild Bill Hickok and his trusty sidekick Jingles, ride their horses through a rocky landscape. Wild Bill holds a revolver in his right hand and Jingles holds a shotgun in his left. They both wear cowboy hats, bandanas and leather vests adorned with fringe. In the foreground, a buffalo stands in the grass, watching them pass by."

Wild Bill Hickock – The Confidence Game. ep11, 510827

By Keith September 21, 2026Western, Wild Bill Hickock

Wild Bill and Jingles track down a slick confidence man disguised as a stage magician after a local widow's life savings goes missing in Pleasantville.

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 – Man Of The Year Swindle. 491213

By Keith December 23, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is told that he has been selected as a potential man of the year, much to Molly's surprise. Frank nelson is Mr. Grift, the man who wants to sell…

A photograph of an indigenous island culture frame, set against a tropical background. The frame is made of intricately carved wood, with various patterns and symbols etched into its surface. It is propped up against a palm tree, with the ocean and other palm trees visible in the background. The overall effect is one of vibrant island culture and tradition, with the frame serving as a symbol of the region's rich artistic heritage.

Escape – Finger Of Doom. ep61, 490319

By Keith November 17, 2025Drama, Escape

You find yourself terror stricken, and in a panic when the girl you were just with vanishes. A man narrates his unusual story, and sets the stage years ago, before…

Casey, Crime Photographer – Photo Of The Dead. ep195, 470724

By Keith October 1, 2024Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

An old timer, and a friend of Casey approaches him about a spiritualist who claims that the old guys dead wife is trying to contact him from beyond the grave.…

Lum and Abner – Hindu Miracle Man Pretends to Heal. 411030

By Keith September 20, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Audio is good, but cuts out in a spot or two. In Pine Ridge the whole community is turning out to see the fascinating feats of the Hindu prince and…

Lum and Abner – Big Show at the School House to Heal Lum’s Leg. 411028

By Keith September 18, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Audio is good, but cuts out in spots. Abner wants to see the neat tricks the Hindu prince can do, eating glass, walking on fire, and more. He also talks…

Lum and Abner – Hindu Miracle Man Arrives. 411027

By Keith September 16, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Audio is good, but cuts out briefly in a spot or two. In the Jot 'Em Down store today, Grandpap talks with Lum and Abner about the Hindu prince who…

Boston Blackie – Disappearing Fourth Floor. ep208, 490105

By Keith June 12, 2024Boston Blackie, Detective and Mystery

You may be asking, "Didn't you already post this one?" It's very similar to an episode involving a missing office building, but a little different. It does involve Blackie's friend…