Stress – Retro Radio Podcast

Mama Bloom's Brood 1934 (01) New Dresses. Courtesy of the Old-Time Radio Researchers Group.

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Blank Checks. ep23, 1934

By Keith May 15, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

The phone rings, the doorbell rings, and the stress level of the rapidly approaching marriage of Sara to Sidney is felt by all. Jake takes a delivery of a negligee…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Mrs. Fink is Told Off. ep22, 1934

By Keith May 13, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Little sister, Yetta, puts on the finishing touches to her make up as she gets ready for a date. Meanwhile, mama complains about the hectic atmosphere in the house ever…

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Little Pearl’s Wedding Ceremony. 470922

By Keith December 5, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner3 Comments

Nerves run high as Abner deals with the stress of his daughter, Little Pearl, getting married. Lizabeth is more nervous than a frog sitting on a hot stove, and Lum…

Gerald Mohr in 1951. A black and white photograph of Gerald Mohr, a man in a suit and tie, posing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He is holding a script in one hand and appears to be in the midst of speaking or recording. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

Philip Marlowe – The Fatted Calf. ep51, 490924

By Keith September 24, 2022Detective and Mystery, Philip Marlowe

A cartoonist hires Philip Marlowe to investigate a problem his assistant is having. Is it just a matter of marital infidelity? If so, Marlowe is out of here, and he'll…

A photograph of a doctor wearing a stethoscope around their neck, standing against a plain background. The doctor is wearing a white lab coat and a serious expression on their face, as if listening intently to something. The stethoscope is draped over the doctor's shoulders and resting on their chest, and their hands are folded in front of them. The overall effect is one of professionalism and medical expertise.

Dr. Kildare – Philip VanCourt’s Amnesia. ep13, 500426

By Keith August 1, 2022Dr Kildare, Drama

On a quiet evening in Blair hospital, Doctors Gillespie and Kildare live dangerously by playing a round of checkers. Before they get too involved though Dr Carew approaches them with…

Dr. Kildare – Warren Jacksons Allergy. ep11, 500412

By Keith June 9, 2022Dr Kildare, Drama

The venerable Dr. Gillespie refuses to admit he has a cold, and shuns the attentions of the hospital staff. Besides the comic relief, there's a more serious problem with Mr…

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 – The Birds. ep217, 540710

By Keith July 10, 2021Drama, Escape

The classic Alfred Hitchcock story. You are in a desolate farmhouse, and you know that outside an enemy silently awaits. In the South of England, a veteran of the recent…

Whistler – Delivery Guaranteed. 460819

By Keith August 19, 2020Suspense and Horror, Whistler

Cathy breaks the news to Philip that she wants a divorce, and is sick of the sniveling, clingy affections of the man. In his attempt to stop her, he accidentally…

Whistler – Terror Stricken. 460408

By Keith April 8, 2019Suspense and Horror, Whistler

Andy Miller, a convicted man vows revenge on those who put him behind bars. Years later, a busy executive begins to get threatening warnings, right after it has been pointed…

Whistler – Six Letter Word for Death. 460211

By Keith February 11, 2019Suspense and Horror, Whistler

A college professor is torn between obligations at the university, and the social demands at home. Priscilla has invited friends over for playing bridge, but George can't rise above the…