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Jack Benny and Mary Livingstone. in 1954.

Jack Benny – Jack Hasn’t Received His New Contract. (retro233). 540411

By Keith June 11, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny, Retro OriginalNo Comments

Flashback to the day before at rehearsal. Jack is critical of Bob Crosby's band members. Jack begins to worry when Don points out that his contract hasn't been renewed yet.…

A photograph of a doctor wearing a stethoscope around their neck, standing against a plain background. The doctor is wearing a white lab coat and a serious expression on their face, as if listening intently to something. The stethoscope is draped over the doctor's shoulders and resting on their chest, and their hands are folded in front of them. The overall effect is one of professionalism and medical expertise.

Family Doctor – Nature Takes It’s Course. ep17, 1932

By Keith June 6, 2026Drama, Family Doctor

A man can't ever tell when a riot, or other violence might break out. As a few of the stodgy old codgers complain about the doom and gloom of the…

A black-and-white photo showing two men (Leroy and Gildersleeve). Leroy is on the left and is playing a saxophone, appearing animated and expressive, while Gildersleeve is on the right and holds a script and gestures with a finger to his lips, as if telling Leroy to be quiet. The caption indicates a comedic scene, featuring "The Great Gildersleeve" character, associated with a comedy series announcement on WMAQ-NBC.

The Great Gildersleeve – Peavey Disappears. ep251, 470514

By Keith May 14, 2026Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

it’s Saturday night, in time for the Jolly boys to get together. Gildy complements his friends on being in high form, then the barbershop quartet things another. The Jolly boys…

Lum, Abner and their real-life wives are sitting together on a bench outdoors, near a pool. They appear relaxed and are smiling at each other. The two people on the left are wearing casual attire, while the two on the right are dressed more formally, with the person on the far right in a light-colored suit and bow tie. Trees are visible in the background under a clear sky, suggesting a pleasant day.

Lum and Abner – Abner Arrested. 420326

By Keith April 9, 2025Comedy, Lum and Abner

Great excitement has Pine Ridge all abuzz. Lum and Cedric were to stand trial, but both have broken out of jail, and fled. Today Squire Skimp talks to Abner in…

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.

The Great Gildersleeve – Gildy is Hospitalized. ep108, 440109

By Keith January 9, 2025Comedy, Great Gildersleeve

It's a dark, cold, Monday morning as Gildersleeve faces the day. When he sleeps in and is in danger of missing breakfast, Leroy and Marjorie fear he may be sick. Even Birdie and Leila are concerned that Gildy could be coming down with something.

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

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollar Super Picture. ep74, 1934

By Keith October 19, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

At the movie studio Jake is worried about business. When Sydney and Harold enter, they only make him worry even more. Do they have good news or bad? Sidney has…

Lum and Abner – Jewels Missing From Box. 410911

By Keith July 30, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Actually, the title should probably be, Lum in Disguise. Cedric enters the store to talk with Abner about the recent happenings, and why they have been hiding out. The two…

Lum and Abner – Practicing Jujitsu Holds. 410908

By Keith July 25, 2024Comedy, Lum and Abner

Over at Lum's house, we find Abner in hiding with him. It seems the only way out when the widow has mistaken Lum's photo for one of the crooks, the…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Papa Wants a Vacation . ep32, 1934

By Keith June 5, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

it's Saturday afternoon, and the factory has closed for the day. Mama and papa Bloom discuss the possibility of retirement. Mama appeals to pop his pride over what the Schwartz's…

Mama Bloom’s Brood – Where’s Sidney. ep16, 1934

By Keith April 29, 2024Drama, Mama Bloom

Mama and the girls are home, but Yetta is ready to run out to have some fun. Sara stays home, but wonders at mama's concern about setting a curfew for…