Spoofs – Retro Radio Podcast

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – All American, With Tony Curtis. ep860, 531108

By Keith November 8, 2026Comedy, Jack BennyNo Comments

Celebrating 20 years with his cast, Jack Benny sets his sights on college stardom by attempting to reenact Tony Curtis’s role in All American. Complete with a failed elopement by Dennis Day, a visit from Tony Curtis himself, and some questionable Scrabble nights, Jack takes to the gridiron in this classic episode!

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Jack Benny – Rose of the Rio Grande (retro247). 341202

By Keith August 27, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny, Retro Original

Jack Benny and the gang tackle talent agents, plate-juggling comedians, and a dramatic spoof of Rose of the Rio Grande. Features running gags, vocal appearances by Mary Kelly and Joe Kern, and bonus music tracks from Leah Ray, Ozzie Nelson, and Paul Whiteman.

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 – Herbert Marshall, Marilyn Maxwell. ep181, 450622

By Keith August 2, 2026Command Performance, Music, You Are There

Herbert Marshal is host, and introduces Marilyn Maxwell, who then sings, Kiss Goodnight. Jack Haley enters to joke around with the cast. Learn a little about the theatrical training of…

A vintage advertisement for Admiral radios. It features an elderly man in glasses, sitting in a chair, with an excited expression as he listens to the radio. He holds a newspaper and gestures with a pencil. Next to him is a large radio. The text reads, "Mother! Come quick… it's our Jim on the radio from Naples!" The ad describes how Admiral radios broadcast important news during the war, promoting their quality and reliability.

Command Performance – Clifton Fadiman. ep8, 420416

By Keith July 5, 2026Command Performance, Music

Well known and loved host of the quiz show, Information Please, is today's host. Clifton Fadiman calls on the orchestra to play a jazzy version of, Polly Wolly Doodle. Responding…

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Fred Allen (Town Hall Tonight) The Mumbo, Or Who Stole The Elephant From Billy Nose. ep68, 360122

By Keith December 30, 2025Comedy, Fred Allen2 Comments

The show opens with the crowds entering the Town Hall, and the Ipanna Singers singing, I Feel a Song Coming On. Fred reads from the Town Hall Bulletin, making note…

Burns and Allen comedy duo performing on stage

Burns and Allen – Gracie Writes A Musical Comedy. 401111

By Keith November 11, 2025Burns and Allen, Comedy

After becoming inspired as she had breakfast in the bathtub... Huh? Just listen, it'll make sense. Gracie shares her concept for a new musical. After each of the cast make…

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Stan Freeberg – Last Show, The Best Of. ep15, 571020

By Keith October 9, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

After the input from listeners, Stann recreates some of the most popular moments in the short run of the show. The musical sheep from the first episode are brought back.…

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Stan Freeburg – Rocket Sled. ep12, 570929

By Keith September 18, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

Preparation for a death-defying journey in a rocket sled is in its final stages, and Stan is the onsite reporter to get the story as it breaks. Billy May plays,…

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Stan Freeburg – College Football Report. ep11, 570922

By Keith September 11, 2025Comedy, Stan Freeberg

College football opened this weekend, and Stan is the roving sports reporter who interviews the players. Get the vivid story first hand. Peggy Taylor gets help with her music talents…

Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – The Beavers Do The Show. ep911, 550220

By Keith September 7, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don flashes back to the previous night as Rochester presses Jack's tuxedo. He is getting ready for a special event on the town. The Beavers are putting on a school…