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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Mama is Homesick. ep55, 1934

By Keith July 31, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Sydney is still working on his epic production. Today we find Becky and her two daughters heading to the studio. They comment on the 200 suits of armor the studio…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Getting Used to It. ep46, 1934

By Keith July 8, 2024Mama Bloom

After finding out he has bought the entire movie studio, we find it is early morning with Becky and Jake just waking up. Jake's lazy vacation has come to a…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – The Day Before the Wedding. ep24, 1934

By Keith May 17, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Sidney had carved out his niche in Jake's knee pants business by expanding the line into military uniforms. We find him making preparation with his clients to keep up on…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Sidney’s Visit At Night. ep19, 1934

By Keith May 6, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Jake is tired after a long day at work, and doesn't want to go out for supper. He works hard all day, and what does mama do all day? Uh-oh…

Mama Blooms Brood – Jake’s Lawsuit. ep8, 1934

By Keith April 10, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

It's morning in the Bloom home. Mama prepares breakfast, but Jake starts his day with a stomach ache. Mama kicks into high gear to pamper her man, although Jake can't…

Wild Bill Hickock – Fightin’ The Bits. ep57, 520229

By Keith February 29, 2024Western, Wild Bill Hickock

It's round up time, and a young son of a rancher wants to do his own thing by going to town and having some fun. His path crosses that of…

Two gold wedding bands resting on a wooden table, symbolizing commitment, love, and marriage.

My Favorite Husband – The Absolute Truth. 490128

By Keith January 28, 2024Comedy, My Favorite Husband

Featuring Lucille Ball and Richard Denning, a married couple who live together and like it. Flash back to a previous evening where Liz and George walk the street and do…

A black and white photo of an old-fashioned movie theater marquee with the name "Bijou" in large letters at the top. The marquee features several movie titles, including "The Lone Ranger Returns" and "East of Eden." A few people are visible walking past the theater on the sidewalk.

Vic and Sade – Vegetable Garden. 400112

By Keith January 12, 2024Comedy, Vic and Sade

Rush and Vic have had their rousing game of rummy interrupted by an announcement from Sade. She can't believe the menfolk aren't as excited over having a garden as she…

Image of the Jot'em Down Store from the radio program "Lum and Abner", featuring a storefront with various items on display in the window and a group of people gathered outside. Visit the real store: http://lum-n-abner.com/

Lum and Abner – Balancing The Books. 490102 (Retro plus)

By Keith September 11, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner, Retro Original

As provided by the Jot 'Em Down Journal of February, 1999: The first show of the new year brings an immediately noticeable change. The "three rings on the phone" opening,…

Two men dressed in traditional Hawaiian attire, Lum and Abner, are seen mid-dance in the center of a small store. Lum, on the left, is playing a ukulele while Abner on the right is swaying his hips and waving his arms. A small crowd is gathered around them, some clapping and others smiling. The store itself is cluttered with various items, including shelves of canned goods and hanging clothes, giving it a cozy and lived-in feel.

Lum and Abner – Abner and Lizabeth Move in with Lum. 480824

By Keith March 31, 2023Comedy, Lum and Abner

After selling all his furnishings at the auction, Abner needs a place to stay. Cedric is on hand to learn what life is like with Abner living with Lum. He’s…