Writers – Retro Radio Podcast

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 BennyNo Comments

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…

A scary face costume, standing against a plain background. The costume consists of a hood with a grotesque, exaggerated face, with sharp teeth and sunken eyes. The man is wearing a black hooded robe and holding his hands up in a menacing gesture. The overall effect is creepy and unsettling.

Quiet Please – Rain on New Years Eve. ep30, 471229

By Keith December 29, 2024Quiet Please, Suspense and Horror

https://retro-otr.com/files/QuietPlease/471229ep30QuietPlease_RainOnNewYearsEve.mp3

A security guard dressed in a dark uniform is reaching for his sidearm, which is holstered on his right hip. He stands in front of a brick wall, with his left hand resting on his belt. His facial expression suggests a state of high alertness and readiness to act in case of any threat or danger.

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Man Who Wrote Himself To Death. ep42, 500321

By Keith June 24, 2024Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Rehearsal without musical score. A man is being held for murder, and Johnny investigates the life insurance policy that was taken out just the week earlier. The man's wife talks…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Man Who Wrote Himself To Death. 500321

By Keith April 3, 2023Detective and Mystery, Yours Truly Johnny Dollar

Rehearsal without musical score. A man is being held for murder, and Johnny investigates the life insurance policy that was taken out just the week earlier. The man's wife tells…