Tough_Guys – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Jack Benny, a man in a suit and tie, standing against a plain background. He is looking off to the side with a slight smile on his face, and his hands are clasped in front of him. Benny was a comedian and actor, best known for his radio and television shows in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. The photograph conveys a sense of classic Hollywood glamour and style, with Benny's sharp features and piercing blue eyes on prominent display.

Jack Benny – Guests, Humphrey Bogart, and Lauren Bacall. 470105

By Keith January 5, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

Don and Jack talk about the strings that had to be pulled to get tickets to the Rosebowl game. Phil arrives and is teased about his drinking, and the members…

Mr. Keen ,Tracer of Lost Persons – The Case Of The Ruthless Murderers. 491027

By Keith April 25, 2024Detective and Mystery, Mr Keen

Mr. Keen gets a visit from a thug who he put into jail five years ago. He had vowed to get revenge on Mr. Keen, but now he comes only…

"Dancing silhouettes" - A black and white image featuring the silhouettes of two people dancing together, captured in mid-motion. The figures are set against a light background and the lines of their bodies are sharp and angular. The woman's dress and the man's suit are clearly defined, while their faces are left blank, creating a sense of anonymity. The image evokes a feeling of joy and movement, as the couple appears to be lost in the rhythm of the dance.

Command Performance – Jack Benny, James Cagney. ep156, 441230

By Keith December 30, 2023Command Performance, Music

Audio isn't so good. Jack Benny and Deanna Durbin talk about his recent USO tour to the South Pacific, and generally tell jokes and puns. Deanna sings, Walk Alone. Deanna…

Al Jolson (Kraft Music Hall) Humphrey Bogart. 471106

By Keith July 11, 2020Al Jolson, Music

After an opening joke about Howard Hughes and his Spruce Goose, Al sings Golden Gate. Oscar LaVante complains to Al that he wasn't selected for America's best-dressed men. The joke…

Command Performance – Joan Edwards, Jack Carson, Paulette Goddard, Randolph Scott. 450621

By Keith June 21, 2020Command Performance, Music

Audio quality is mushy and poor, but generally understandable if you have earphones, or a quiet listening environment. Hosted by Joan Edwards who sings, I'm Beginning to See the Light.…

Burns and Allen – John Garfield the Gangster. 431228

By Keith December 28, 2016Burns and Allen, Comedy

https://retro-otr.com/files/BurnsAndAllen/431228BA_JohnGarfieldTheGangster.mp3

Retro OTR Diary 10 Gunsmoke – Little bird 580511

By Keith July 10, 2014Retro Original

Before getting started, Keith shares a story about how, in a later interview, William Conrad tells of an autograph seeker and fan of Gunsmoke. The obliging voice actor stopped on…

Dennis Day – A Crook Shakes Down Jacoby. 490625.

By Keith June 25, 2013Comedy

Dennis opens with a song, Hand Holding Music. After seeing a movie, Mildred wants Dennis to put the moves on and be romantic with her. She thinks that Dennis just…

Dennis Day – Scoutmaster. 490409.

By Keith April 9, 2013Comedy

Dennis sings, I Like Mountain Music. Dennis has been given the opportunity to become the Scoutmaster of the local Boy Scout troop. He talks with Mildred about some of his…

Burns and Allen – Gracie Smashes Into Parked Car. 490303.

By Keith March 3, 2013Burns and Allen, Comedy

Guest star for the show is Richard Whitmark, famous for his gangster roles, and playing the heavy. This morning Gracie has taken the car downtown against George's will, and now…