Showing_Off – Retro Radio Podcast

Harold Peary at the microphone, wearing a suit and hat. A black and white photograph of Harold Peary, a man in a suit and tie, smiling and looking off to the side. He is standing in front of a plain background, with his hands in his pockets. Peary was a comedian and actor, best known for his role as "The Great Gildersleeve" on radio and television in the 1940s and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style.

Great Gildersleeve – Leroy Meets Brenda. ep319, 490302

By Keith June 12, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

As Gildersleeve pops into Peavey's he spies on Leroy sitting with Brenda. She's a niece who has been visiting the Bullard’s. The two share a soda, but when Leroy spots…

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 – Fibber Is Interviewed, Assessor. ep517, 470520

By Keith May 20, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Reading the newspaper, Fibber suddenly sees himself as an expert on world affairs. The Old Timer makes a visit, after not being on the show in a long time. He…

Jack Benny – Skiing At Yosemite. ep362, 400218

By Keith February 18, 2024Comedy, Jack Benny

Don reviews the adventure thus far, as our cast of adventures made their way to Yosemite. Mary's dark mood gets snippy while the rest try to sleep alongside the road.…

Chet Lauck and Norris Goff wearing a suit and tie smiling at the camera. Sitting in front of a radio microphone, one holding a script and the other adjusting his glasses -

Lum and Abner – Emaline Coming for a Visit. 460711

By Keith September 8, 2021Comedy, Lum and Abner

Abner is holding down the fort in the Mountain View Inn as Dick Huddleston arrives. They discuss the way Lum is lovesick over their first guest, Trixie Van Deusen. Lum…

Great Gildersleeves – Leroy Has Competition. ep319, 490316

By Keith March 16, 2021Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

At dinner, Leroy is the first to be done, and ready to rush out. Is it that little girl from next door again, Brenda? After a little teasing from Gildy…

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

21st Precinct – The Cabinet. ep43, 540505

By Keith May 5, 202021st Precinct, Detective and Mystery

Audio resolution is a little low, but OK. Captain Frank Canelli listens to a report of a robbed liquor store, and a gun that belongs to one of his patrolmen.…

Lum and Abner – Roberts First Day At Work. 450523

By Keith November 1, 2019Comedy, Lum and Abner

As Lum enters the store, Abner is chomping at the bit to show off what Robert can do. Abner tells how the mechanical man is now able to deliver the…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fire Commissioner McGee. ep296, 411014

By Keith October 14, 2019Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Playing with matches, Fibber takes on a singed appearance. Mayor Latrivia pops in to ask Fibber to temporarily fill in as Fire Commissioner. Nick Depoppolus enters to talk about a…

Vic and Sade – Vic Fakes The Cornet. 400327.

By Keith August 17, 2011Comedy, Vic and Sade

At the house halfway up the next block Sade arrive home alone after her day of shopping. Rush joins her on his way home after school. They are surprised to…