Tall_Tales – Retro Radio Podcast

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Lux Radio Theater – Mad About Music(Deanna Durbin, Herbert Marshall). 380418

By Keith May 23, 2026Drama, Lux

Features Deanna Durbin, Herbert Marshal, and William Frawley. Walter Huston fills in for Cecil B DeMill. The background and personal aspects of Deanna are given, then the show opens. A…

Roy Rogers – Guest Porter Hall ands the Legend Of Pecos Bill. 450508

By Keith May 8, 2024Roy Rogers, Western

Warnings of the possibility of news announcements is given. At this crucial date in history, the war in Europe is coming to a head, and could break out in peace…

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 – Lum To Be A Family Man. 400122

By Keith January 22, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Lum and Abner are anxiously awaiting the widow Beaumont's arrival, after she sent a telegram to announce her coming to Pine Ridge to meet Lum. Lum has gotten himself all…

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 – Tall Story Contest. ep460, 460101

By Keith May 2, 2023Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber is busily writing a story to enter into a contest. It pays $100 to the winner with the best Tall Tale. Under pressure, Fibber has trouble putting his many…

Fibber McGee and Molly – Getting Ready For Ranch Vacation. ep409, 440620

By Keith June 20, 2017Comedy, Fibber McGee and Molly

Fibber has it in mind to be a cowboy, and brags to Molly about his uncle Sycamore's ranch. Cattle rustlers, law men, and ranches that span across states. Will Molly…

A black-and-white photo of Lum and Abner. Lum is on the left and has wavy hair and a mustache. He's wearing a suit and tie, and looks amused or curious. Abner is on the right, has messy hair and a beard, with exaggerated, surprised expression. He's wearing glasses and a dark suit with a bow tie. The composition suggests a comedic setting.

Lum and Abner – The Story Of Abners Rescue Keeps Getting Bigger. 350911.

By Keith April 13, 2011Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Unsurpassed as a food for bottle fed infants who aren't able to nurse. Easily digestible, nourishing, and sustaining, it's the ideal food for the nursing mother as well. Down…

A vintage advertisement for the radio show "Lum and Abner." It features black and white illustrations of two characters, each with distinct facial expressions. The text encourages listeners to "Listen and Laugh" and indicates the show airs "4 DAYS—EACH WEEK." The advertisement mentions sponsorship by Alka-Seltzer and One-A-Day Vitamin Tablets. It includes the station name "WAGA" and lists the broadcast times as "8:15 EWT-P.M.-7:15 CWT."

Lum and Abner – Lum Decides To Admit The Whole Thing. 350910.

By Keith April 12, 2011Comedy, Lum and Abner

Horlicks: Beneficial for youngsters teeth. Recommended by dentists in the care of teeth, but don't forget regular visits to the dentist as well. Now let's see what's happening in Pine…

A group of five people standing in front of a large American flag. They appear serious and are all dressed in white tops, symbolizing unity or patriotism. The group consists of two men, two women, and one young boy. They are looking slightly upwards and ahead, possibly symbolizing hope or determination. The American flag behind them is prominently displayed, with visible stars and stripes occupying the entire background. The lighting is bright and even.

Ozzie And Harriet – Guests, Bing and Lindsay Crosby. 481205. (retro315).

By Keith March 31, 2011Comedy, Ozzie and Harriet, Retro Original

Everybody has a special neighbor and Ozzie's is Mr. Thornbury. They share time together as they have a cup of coffee. As they make small talk, Ozzie goes into flashback…