Secrets – Page 5 – Retro Radio Podcast

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Damen Runyon Theater – The Lacework Kid. ep39, 490925

By Keith July 28, 2025Comedy, Damen Runyon, Drama

Today's story is about a character known as the Lacework Kid, because of his expertise at handling the playing cards. He meets Broadway, and relates this story that takes place…

Let George Do It – Mayhem by Express. ep119, 490131

By Keith July 23, 2025Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

Another adventure of George Valentine. Write to him for full details. Today George and Brooksie read a letter from a desperate woman. George heads out to the broken-down little town,…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – Store Is Full Of Owls. 420602

By Keith July 11, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Through a misunderstanding of Lum's new business idea, the enthusiastic Abner has sent Cedric and Mousey out to fill the store with owls. Lum shares the details of a new…

A black and white illustration of "The Shadow" character from the 1930s pulp fiction and radio series, featuring a dark-cloaked figure with a fedora and scarf covering most of his face, except for his piercing eyes and prominent nose. He stands with his hands at his sides, looking off to the side with a serious expression. The background is a textured, cloudy sky.

The Shadow – Message From The Hills. ep131, 380731

By Keith June 28, 2025Shadow, Suspense and Horror

A pilot of a mail plane has a problem and finds his path has crossed with Margot Lane and Lamont Cranston. What weird things are going on in the hills?…

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.

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Treasure Cave. ep204, 470925

By Keith May 31, 2025Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

It's early evening in the Blue Note Cafe, and Ethelbert talks to police chief Logan. When Ann Williams, and Casey enter, a rivalry over each other's job’s kicks in. A…

Down Our Way – Surprise Birthday Party For Ben. ep2, 1932

By Keith April 21, 2025Down Our Way, Drama

Every week the gang meets to practice singing for various social events. Big plans are being laid out over the party line. Hey, imagine the surprise of having a piano…

Candy Matson – The Egyptian Amulet. ep56, 501023

By Keith April 16, 2025Candy Matson, Detective and Mystery

A friend of Candy has an amulet that he wants examined. They get into a cute argument over college loyalties. Candy recommends her friend Rembrandt Watson for ideas about the…

Danger, Doctor Danfield – Nola Jerrolds Wants to Kill Her Husband. ep5, 460915

By Keith April 9, 2025Detective and Mystery, Doctor Danfield

The body of Victor Jerrold is found, and his wife claims to have amnesia due to trauma, but before he even arrives, Dan fills in Miss Fairfax with the profiles…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – The Secret Is Revealed. 420317

By Keith March 28, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

The mystery surrounding Cedric, Mr Adams, and the large sums of money continues. Abner grills Cedric to share his magic secret, but he won't tell. Maybe a little sweet talking,…

Lum and Abner – Mr Adams Arrives. 420316

By Keith March 26, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric is the center of curious happenings. To get to his secret behind the large sums of money he has been spending, Lum made him a partner in the store.…