Soldiers – Retro Radio Podcast

Buy Bonds: A large billboard on the exterior of a building promoting war savings stamps. It reads, "Pledge your quarters for victory, buy and invest wisely in War Savings Stamps." The text highlights that these are "guaranteed by U.S. Government” with "4% interest." The advertisement encourages supporting the war. The scene includes a street view with trees, a building with columns, and a decorative streetlamp in front.

Command Performance – Jeannie Crain, William Bendix, Gene Krupa Trio. ep161, 450208

By Keith September 28, 2025Command Performance, Music

The 19-year-old Jean Crane hosts the show, and has all the gents on the show going crazy. Harry james and his orchestra play, while Kitty Callan sings, I'm Beginning to…

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

Black Museum – The Khaki Handkerchief. ep21, 1952

By Keith September 18, 2025Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

It's the kind of a handkerchief that a soldier might use, but you can bet it didn't belong to any hero. Orson Wells shows an exhibit or two in the…

Buster Brown Gang – Kulah’s Brother. 490226

By Keith June 14, 2025Buster Brown, Juvenile

Smiling Ed McConnel gets the story ready. It's one about that returning favorite hero, little Kula and his genie of the jug. Kula is a fisherman boy who found the…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Ulysses Wants Toll Bridge. 420414

By Keith May 5, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner had been running a contest on how to spend Diogene’s money. None of the suggestions are worthwhile. Their latest problem is that Ulysses S Quincy insists on…

Black Museum – The Jack Handle. ep19, 1952

By Keith April 22, 2025Black Museum, Detective and Mystery

Dramatic story’s from the Gallery of Death, presented by Orson Wells. We are taken to a time during the war, when American troops found out of the way cafes to…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of The Woman In Blue. 440615

By Keith February 12, 2025Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

A nervous Air Force officer waits to see Mr Keen. He is due to return overseas. Time is short, and he wants to find a woman he met, and fell…

A fairy sitting on a flower blossom, with her wings spread out and a wand in her hand. The flower is vibrant purple and the fairy has a mischievous smile on her face.

Let’s Pretend – The Magic Tinder Box. 490709

By Keith January 18, 2025Juvenile, Lets Pretend

This begins with a bonus track. It's actually a recording of Puss in Boots, as narrated by Hal Peary, the Great Gildersleeve, he brings this tale to life with a…

Holiday-themed sugar cookies on a brown surface. There are cookies shaped like stars and Christmas trees, lightly dusted with powdered sugar. The cookies have a soft, buttery appearance, and the background accentuates their pale color.

The Cinnamon Bear – The Parade. ep24, 371222 (RetroPlus)

By Keith December 22, 2024Cinnamon Bear, Juvenile, Retro Original

Transcript: Episode 24 @ Silent Photoplay Blog SilentPhotoplayForum Cast: Judy: Barbara Jean Wong Jimmy: Unknown Cinnamon Bear (Paddy O'Cinnamon): Buddy Duncan, Crazy Quilt Dragon: Joseph Kearnes. Santa's tin soldiers are…

"Cowboys and Gunslinger Photographs" - A black and white photograph featuring a collection of antique firearms and cowboy memorabilia. The items are arranged on a wooden table, and include revolvers, pistols, rifles, bullets, and other cowboy accessories. The image evokes the rugged and lawless nature of the American West during the late 19th century, when duels and shootouts were common. The artifacts serve as a window into the past, providing a glimpse into the lives and culture of cowboys and gunslingers from this era.

Gunsmoke – Good Girl, Bad Company. ep182, 551008

By Keith October 8, 2023Gunsmoke, Western

Matt Dillon is taken aback when the commander of the army camp accuses him of being inept at controlling the rowdy element. Attacks have been made on soldiers who take…

Whitehall1212 – Murder Of Little Philip Avery. 520127

By Keith April 11, 2023Whitehall1212

A couple of inspectors review an exhibit in the Black Museum, namely a handkerchief and a red leather bag that was the key evidence in a murder cae. The case…