Surprises – Retro Radio Podcast

Candy Matson – Candy’s Last Case. ep84, 510521

By Keith July 31, 2025Candy Matson, Detective and Mystery1 Comment

Candy and Rembrandt are in the car, tailing Ray Mallard through traffic. Candy fills in Rembrandt, and the listener, about strange behavior, and possible secrets that Ray is keeping from…

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 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 – Molly’s Birthday Party. ep574, 490208

By Keith June 17, 2025Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

In the house at 79 Wistful Vista, the day on the calendar is marked. It's a special day that Fibber marked, but now he can't remember why. He phones Doc…

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 – Bronco And Marjorie Engaged. ep344, 491221

By Keith December 26, 2024Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

It's that time of year for the Christmas festivities and the Gildersleeve home is decked out in all the trimmings. The family gather to hint at their Christmas surprises. when…

A digital artwork that features a stylized Christmas tree made of various shades of blue and white circles, triangles, and lines. The tree is set against a navy blue background, and its branches and ornaments are intricately designed with snowflakes, stars, and abstract shapes. The text "Celebrate the Season with Peace" is written in white cursive letters at the bottom, and a small white dove is perched on one of the branches.

Life of Riley – Christmas Bonus From Mr. Stevenson. ep225, 481224

By Keith December 24, 2024Comedy, Life of Riley

Recently, Riley had been going through the monthly bills and was beset with troubles. Where might Riley cut corners? Where might he get extra cash to help out? He is…

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollar Super Picture. ep74, 1934

By Keith October 19, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

At the movie studio Jake is worried about business. When Sydney and Harold enter, they only make him worry even more. Do they have good news or bad? Sidney has…

Lum and Abner outside the Jot Em Down Store.

Lum and Abner – Lum Meets A Lion In The Feed Room. 411117

By Keith October 14, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum is pretty happy over his latest idea for a new business. Abner has been confused over having lands outside the library, and has worked with Squire to surprise Lum…

Lum and Abner – Lum’s Date is Ruined Again. 411107

By Keith October 2, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Cedric has joined Lum in the Jot 'Em Down store today. After a few near mishaps, Lum has Cedric phone the new school teacher, Miss Frederics to arrange a date.…

Jim and Mary and Jordan posing for the camera in 1941. The vintage black and white illustration of a couple sitting in a cozy living room. Fibber is holding a newspaper and Molly is knitting. They are both looking at a small dog that is sitting on a rug between them. The room is decorated with a patterned wallpaper, framed pictures, and a vase with flowers on a table in the background."

Fibber McGee and Molly – Fibber the Director. ep246, 400430

By Keith April 30, 2024Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Billy Mills plays, Bo Jangles of Harlem. As Molly is busy in the kitchen, a message that could bring great change comes to Fibber. All he has to do is…

My Friend Irma – Irma’s Christmas Party. 481220.

By Keith December 20, 2023Comedy, My Friend Irma

Joan Banks as Jane, and Marie Wilson as Irma. The two gals talk about being with family for Christmas. Though she misses her family, Irma takes comfort in knowing her…