Writers – Retro Radio Podcast

A black and white photograph of Elliott Lewis, a man in a suit and tie, standing in front of a microphone with headphones on. He appears to be speaking or reading from a script, with one hand raised to emphasize a point. The background is dark and nondescript, with no discernible details.

On Stage – Take My Hand, My Love. ep40, 531021

By Keith November 10, 2026Drama, On StageNo Comments

Take a nostalgic trip back to the days before World War I in this classic romance. Playwright Elliot and artist Cathy live in the same building, but when anonymous love notes begin appearing, a charming misunderstanding tests their budding relationship.

The SI image shows an old-fashioned black typewriter on a wooden desk. A sheet of paper is inserted, with typed text visible. Ethereal greenish-blue smoke or mist rises from the typewriter’s keys, giving a magical effect. Nearby are two closed books stacked on the left, an ink bottle with a pen beside them, and a white cup of coffee on a saucer to the right. The setting appears to be a dimly lit, wood-paneled room with stormy windows showing lightning outside.

Quiet Please – Bring Me to Life ep8, 470810

By Keith October 27, 2026Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

Plagued by writer's block and a tight deadline, scriptwriter Ernest Chapel discovers his typewriter has a mind of its own—bringing whatever it types to terrifying life. Tune in to this classic chilling episode of Quiet Please.

Container of popcorn on a table with a film reel.

Lux Radio Theater – A Night To Remember (Ann Southern, Robert Young). 430419

By Keith August 8, 2026Drama, Lux

A young married couple arrives in their new apartment in the high-rent district. They are a little early, and management isn't quite ready for them. Though it's just the right…

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 – Cast Introduced. ep697, 490529

By Keith July 12, 2026Comedy, Jack Benny

It's the end of the 1949 season, and as a bookend for the year, Jack takes time to give credit and honors to all of his cast members and writers.…

Nero Wolfe – The Final Page. ep22, 510323

By Keith March 24, 2026Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

Arthur Murrow is an author who needs the chair bound detective, Nero Wolfe, to leave his orchids and beer, and come to his office. Nero gripes about the inconvenience of it all, Archie checks out the cute elevator operator, but when they arrive in the office, they find that Arthur Murrow has a knife in his back.

A black and white photograph of Abbott and Costello posing together. Abbott is on the left and has a slicked-back hairstyle and is looking to his right with a slight smile, while Costello on the right has a rounder face and is looking toward Abbott with a subtle grin. Both men are wearing plaid suits with shirts and ties. The background is plain, focusing attention on their expressions and attire.

Abbott and Costello- Guest, Cary Grant. ep59, 440406

By Keith October 20, 2025Abbott and Costello, Comedy

Lou comes in with exciting news about his radio station. But interviews him about his involvement with shortwave. Ken Niles might make a good announcer for Lou, if he has…

Nero Wolfe -Disappearing Diamonds. . ep20, 510309

By Keith October 16, 2025Detective and Mystery, Nero Wolfe

A man named Mr. Inch comes to Nero Wolfe with a matter of being falsely accused of murder. He may be a thief, but he has never killed someone. Though…

Jack Benny – Jack Doesn’t Have A Script. ep906, 550116

By Keith August 10, 2025Comedy, Jack Benny

As the show begins, Jack is absent. Mary announces that he's in the hallway, talking to his writers. We listen in as Mary goes to eavesdrop to learn that the…

Let George Do It – Mayhem by Express. ep119, 490131

By Keith July 23, 2025Detective and Mystery, Let George Do It

Another adventure of George Valentine. Write to him for full details. Today George and Brooksie read a letter from a desperate woman. George heads out to the broken-down little town,…

Jack Benny Interview Parts 1&2

By Keith June 13, 2025Documentary and Interview, Jack Benny

Originally archived in 2 parts, I recombined the parts. I assume it was done that way for ease in distributing on cassette tape. My show notes are a big longer…