Telephones – Retro Radio Podcast

A black-and-white photograph depicting Jack Benny in a suit holding papers and speaking into a vintage-style microphone. The setting appears to be an old-time radio or recording studio. Jack is standing beside a couple of folding chairs, and there are some blurred background elements that suggest a studio environment. The overall tone is formal, reminiscent of mid-20th-century broadcasting.

Jack Benny – At The Race Track. ep907, 550123

By Keith August 24, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny2 Comments

Flashback to the previous Thursday to Jack's home in Beverly Hills. Jack learns that Rochester wants to have his own phone line installed. He needs it for emergencies, and to…

antique audio equipment, Fotolia, jukeboxes, music, nostalgic old record players, songs, sounds, tunes, vintage

Archie Andrews – Free Movie Tickets. 480925

By Keith June 7, 2025Archie Andrews, Comedy, Juvenile

As is typical, Fred Andrews tries to read his newspaper, but mom has a request. How does a night of playing Bridge sound? Before arrangements can be made, Archie shares…

Lum and Abner outside the Jot Em Down Store.

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.…

My Friend Irma cast in 1948. My Friend Irma, best new program: Marie Wilson as Irma with Cathy Lewis and, Cy Howard.

My Friend Irma – Buy Or Sell. ep49, 480315

By Keith March 16, 2024Comedy, My Friend Irma

Features Marie Wilson as Irma, and Cathy Lewis as Jane. The hectic life at her office has Jane down, and feeling distracted. She compares notes with Irma about farms, and…

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Twenty Minute Alibi. epp173, 470220

By Keith February 23, 2023Casey Crime Photographer, Detective and Mystery

At the Blue Note, Casey and Ann talk with Ethylbert and get the news about the wierd case of a man who seemingly shot himself just before his insurance policy…

Lum and Abner in a Publicity Photo. 5x6. In this black and white publicity photo, two men, Lum and Abner, are posing together in a studio. They are dressed in suits and ties, with Abner on the left wearing a hat and holding a cane, while Lum on the right has his hands in his pockets. They are smiling at the camera with a friendly and approachable demeanor, creating a sense of warmth and familiarity. The photo has a vintage feel, reflecting the era in which they were popular radio personalities.

Lum and Abner – Doc Withers Arrives. 461104

By Keith February 4, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

The preparations are coming to a head, and we find Cedric is obsessed with his new shoes, and whether they'll be squeaky enough. Lum is ready for the anticipated arrival…

Suspense – Sorry Wrong Number (East Coast). ep43, 430525

By Keith May 25, 2021Suspense, Suspense and Horror1 Comment

Features Agnes Moorehead. A story of a woman who overheard a telephone conversation when lines get crossed. She hears plans for a murder. What should she do? The phone operators…

Jack Benny – Alexander Graham Bell. ep338, 390528

By Keith May 28, 2017Comedy, Jack Benny

Glamour boy Jack Benny, would prefer to be known as the studio's new oomph man. With Rochester in his new film, the valet has been acting the part of high…

Vic and Sade – Eight Million Jobs. 431110.

By Keith November 10, 2016Comedy, Vic and Sade

Sade and Russel talk about the latest news. BB Baugh and his stingyberry jam, mail, post cards, phone calls, doorbells, the fun just never stops. Life in the house halfway…

Dragnet – The Big Mug. 550104.

By Keith January 4, 2016Dragnet

Assigned to robbery detail, it's the job of Joe Friday to find a strong arm robber who has been terrorizing the city for weeks now. Frank Smith demonstrates the latest…