Women – Retro Radio Podcast

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 – Birthday Tea For Marjorie. ep338, 491109

By Keith April 24, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

At the breakfast table Marjorie gets a little upset. Leroy's teasing doesn't help, but after she storms away Birdie points out that Marjorie just needs a mom to have someone…

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 – Bank Robbers In Pine Ridge. 400304

By Keith March 4, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

After the election, the women now rule the local government. The unique nature of this event has made newspaper coverage, all to the embarrassment of Squire Skimp. Lum gets a…

Lum and Abner – Stir Up Trouble Among Women. 400226

By Keith February 26, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

As we look in on the little community of Pine Ridge, we find the men discussing the upcoming election. The women's protective association has demanded to be put on the…

Lum and Abner – Women Want To Take Over. 400221

By Keith February 21, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

In the Jot 'Em Down store, the men are gathered to talk about the latest ordeal with their women. Both the men and women had formed their own protective societies,…

Lum and Abner – Formation Of Men’s Protective Association. 400209

By Keith February 9, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

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Jack Benny – The Women. ep347, 391105

By Keith November 5, 2023Comedy, Jack Benny

The last rose of summer, Jack Benny, is introduced. Its not only embarrassing to Jack to talk about himself all the time, Phil claims its dull as well. Mary teases…

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 – Queen for an Hour. 470508

By Keith September 5, 2022Comedy, Lum and Abner

Sponsorship for radio station VPR is growing, and Lum gets busy with Abner, trying to work up more spot announcements. The show spoof of the day is Queen for the…

American flags, with a diversity of citizens standing in front. Men in jeans and t-shirts.

Democracy in America – Any Woman Is a Lady. ep5, 620214

By Keith August 6, 2022Democracy in America, Documentary and Interview

A study in American manners. Our two French travelers remark on the value that equality holds. Particularly that any woman can expect to travel anywhere, and be greeted with respect…

Ozzie and Harriet – Bowling. ep108, 470223

By Keith December 23, 2019Comedy, Ozzie and Harriet

The phone rings in the Nelson home, and wit three strapping men, chivalry reigns. That’s why Harriet answers it and brings word of the PTA bowling challenge. Ozzie is sure…

Bob Hope – Jacksonville Navy Training Camp. ep227, 440509

By Keith September 21, 2019Bob Hope, Comedy

Features: Stan Kenton Orchestra Bob jokes with the Waves, with topics including, women buglers, telephones, and dating. Francis Langford sings, Speak Low. , Jerry Colonna is out to recruit new…