Scams – Retro Radio Podcast

"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 HickockNo Comments

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…

Wild Bill Hickock – A Cave In. ep6, 510506

By Keith May 13, 2024Western, Wild Bill Hickock

In a saloon, a couple of hardcases talk about their latest scam to part the miners from their hard-earned money. Their boat is about to be rocked when they learn…

Assorted law enforcement badges and photographs on a textured background, representing government and police officials.

Whitehall1212 – Casmere Is Murdered. 520113

By Keith March 9, 2024Detective and Mystery, Whitehall1212

Albert is an informant who is fishing for a little cash from the Scotland Yard inspector. There's not a lot of interest in the information, other than to keep the…