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Comedy – Retro Radio Podcast
Comedy legends including Jack Benny, Fibber McGee and Molly, George Burns, Bob Hope, the Great Gildersleeves, and more.
Episodes
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Lum and Abner – Squire Is Upset Over Warrent. 350620
Horlicks: Dietitians and nutritionists recommend it for weight control. It’s an exceptionally well-balanced food—safe and effective. Buy it by the pound…
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Jack Benny – Romeo And Juliet. ep229, 361025
Jack Benny's movie ambitions take center stage as Mary, Kenny, and Phil Harris all take turns deflating his ego. Musical performances include Phil's "South Sea…
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Phil Harris (Coconut Grove) My Extraordinary Gal. 1933
Enjoy a few big band moments with Phil Harris and his Cocoanut Grove Orchestra, straight from San Francisco, California, during his days before joining up with…
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Lum and Abner – Grandpap And Dick Demand Squire’s Arrest. 350619
Horlicks: Horlicks can help relax you and aid in getting a good night’s rest. Down in Pine Ridge, Squire has been operating his theater in violation of a fire…
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Jack Benny – Mrs. Wiggs Of The Onion Patch (retro245). 341118
Audio Note: The audio is a bit scratchy with a few skips, and the musical numbers have been snipped, but overall it remains a fun listen. Don teases Jack…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Wont Arrest Squire. 350618
Horlicks: A special drink for young folks to keep their energy level up. Drink it as a cold summer beverage, and tell mom it’s good for you! Down in…
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Amos and Andy – Long Lost Harold. ep26, 440331
Andy tells Kingfish about a strange encounter he had earlier in the day: a woman ran up to him on the street, confusing him with a man named Harold…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Is Breaking The Law. 350617
Horlicks: Times have changed a lot in the last several years, but Horlicks will always be the original malted milk product that you can depend on.Down in Pine…
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Jack Benny – Anthony Adverse, Part 2. ep228, 361018
Jack brags to Don about his latest film appearance and the brilliant performance he gave in The Big Broadcast of 1937. However, Mary quickly chimes in with her…
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Lum and Abner – Ladies Uplift League Will Boycott The Show. 350614
Horlicks: Have you ever thought of cold Horlicks as a refreshing drink for Summer? Get it in natural or chocolate flavor, and insist on only the original. In…
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Duffys Tavern – Chant Of The Jungle (Susan Hayward, Frank Buck, retro244). ep83, 430323
Archie introduces the shows guest stars, and day dreams about the benefits of getting away from it all to enjoy the great outdoors. Guests are to be movie…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Spreads Rumors About Matinee. 350613
Horlicks: To lose weight, just substitute your normal lunch with a glass of Horlicks. Try it hot or cold. Down in Pine Ridge Squire has planned to preempt the…
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Amos and Andy – Between Life and Death. ep25, 440324
guest star: Victor Moore. Continuing the story from last week, Kingfish continues to fake his injuries, and convince his insurance company to pay him. His wife…
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Lum and Abner – Advertising Free Matinee For Children. 350612
Horlicks: A good source of vitamins, minerals, and proteins. Enjoy it in natural or chocolate flavors. In Pine Ridge, Lum announced their grand opening for the…
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Jack Benny – Phil Harris Introduced. ep226, 361004
It’s time to hear from the man the whole world has been waiting for: Jack Benny! Spirits run high as Don Wilson and Jack joke about their recent…
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Lum and Abner – Dick To Help Lum And Abner. 350611
Horlicks: The continues success is proved out by the host of new users who buy Horlicks each day. Look for it at your local druggist. Down in Pine Ridge…
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Alan Young – Old Love Letters (retro240). 450403
Highlights include: Alan getting fitted for his tuxedo. The hilarious moment when the groom meets Alan without either realizing who the other is. The chaotic…
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Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Lose To Squire. 350610
Horlicks: Look before you buy to see if the malted milk product contains no cheap, imitation ingredients. Get Horlicks, the original. Down in Pine Ridge Lum…
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Amos and Andy – Insurance Fraud. ep24, 440317
Kingfish and Amos discuss the newly rekindled love between Andy and Madam Queen when Henry Porter enters to sell Kingfish on renewing his policy. After hearing…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Plans Rival Theater. 350607
Horlicks: The sort of cool, refreshing drink your family will enjoy on a nice outing outdoors. Enjoy it in both natural, and chocolate flavors. Down in Pine…
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Jack Benny – Everybody’s Not So Hot. 360517
Jack is tired of the same old thing week after week. Don suggests a few cures for the run-down feeling. Mary talks about her health, and seeing her doctor…
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Lum and Abner – Worrying About Squire Starting A Rival Theater. 350606
Horlicks: How many women, or even men need to watch their weight? Try a Horlicks lunch instead of your usual lunch. Down in Pine Ridge Lum and Abner are…
Comedy – Retro Radio PodcastDuffy’s Tavern – Hawaiian Vacation (retro239). 511228
Archie talks to Duffy on the phone about calendars, and business matters. After an argument, Miss Duffy tries to moderate the conversation. In the end, Archie…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Wants To Be A Third Partner In The New Theater. 350605.
Horlicks: Hey kiddies, you know how great that Horlicks malted milk tablets taste. Encourage your mom to buy plenty for you. They taste great, and are…
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The Great Gildersleeve – Called in by the IRS. ep254, 470604
Leroy has been a little too rambunctious in the house, and Birdie is forced to tell Gildersleeve’s about his activities. Despite the seriousness of the broken…
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Jack Benny – Trouble With Twombly The Sound Effects Man. ep924, 550522
The last show of the month, and of the season. In the opening teasing with Jack, and through the show you’ll notice there’s a stand in voice for…
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Coconut Grove – Phil Harris Orchestra -The Cop on the Corner. 1933
Roll the clock way back for an early glimpse at a young Phil Harris, before he joined up with Jack Benny. Playlist: Leah Raye sings, The Cop on the…
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Damen Runyon Theater – What, No Butler? (retro238). 491204
Damen Runyon was a newspaper reporter, columnist, and short story writer. His characters featured gangsters and street people. His stories found their way into…
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Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Hire Grandpap. 350531
Horlicks: It makes a grand Summer drink for kids that makes them big and strong. It’s nourishing and easy to digest. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and…
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Burns and Allen – 99 Year Lease. 421027
as George and Gracie enjoy breakfast, they watch their neighbor. George gets onto Gracie about her excessive snooping. She complains that George isn’t as…
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Jack Benny – Cast Introduced. ep697, 490529
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.…
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Lum and Abner – How To Operate A Picture Show. 350529
Horlicks: Have a desire to quit smoking? Horlicks can help. Often those quitting can put on weight, just take a healthy snack in the form of Horlicks tablets…
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Father Knows Best – The New Housekeeper (retro237). 500622
In the Anderson home, mom has had a hard day and is a little frustrated with the kids. Jim notices, and wants to lend a hand by hiring a housekeeper…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Returns. 350528
Horlicks: If your youngster doesn’t like milk, or just can’t drink it, try Horlicks. It has all the good stuff to help kids grow big and strong…
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Amos and Andy- Sign On The Dotted Line (Retro Plus). ep23, 440310
first, a classic moment from a vintage Amos and Andy episode from the late 1920s. The announcer, Bill Haig reports technical difficulties, and an organ…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Has Disappeared Abner And Grandpap Fear The Worst. 350527
Horlicks: Superior over all other malted milk products. Only the best, most choice products go into the ingredients of Horlicks. Let’s see what’s…
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Jack Benny – A Friend At Union Station. ep923, 550515
Rolling back the clock a few days, we find Rochester doing some house cleaning when his work is interrupted by his gal Suzy. Jack is in the other room…
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Lum and Abner – Things Go Wrong At The Unveiling Ceremony. 350524
Carlton Bricker puts in some extra words to let listeners know how to send for their photo of Lum and Abner. Down in Pine Ridge, the whole town has…
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Burns and Allen – Kleptomaniacs. 481007
Gracie chats with her neighbor about surprising George for his birthday. When George arrives home, he complains about things missing from his wallet. When he…
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Lum and Abner – Discussing The Story Of King Midas. 350523
Carlton Bricker gives a quick reminder of how to send for a photo of Lum and Abner. Today in Pine Ridge Lum and Abner talk about the money they got…
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The Great Gildersleeve – Leroy Excluded from Craig’s Party. ep250, 470507
as Gildy tries to relax on the sofa, Leroy enters with a problem. The latest family drama deals with being in a fight with Craig Bullard. Between piggy banks…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Returns From Chicago With The Check. 350522
Carlton Bricker reminds listeners to send for their photos of Lum and Abner before it’s too late. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum has decided to order his…
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Jack Benny – Easter Stroll. ep918, 550410
Jack is at home, getting ready for the big Easter Parade. Rochester comments on the preparations as Jack finishes getting dressed. Jack is looking fit and…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Orders Statue Of Himself. 350521
Horlicks: Sometimes you may get a bargain in buying a substitute product, but never with your favorite malted milk. Accept no substitutes. Carlton Bricker…
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Baby Snooks – Abnormal Psychology. (retro236). 420528
This is a short episode so there is time for a few other shorts today. Daddy is trying to understand his little girl better, and is reading up on…
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Lum and Abner – Catalog From Monument Company. 350520
Carlton Bricker reminds listeners about the limited supply photos that can be sent for. He tells how to get one. Now, let’s see what’s happening in…
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Amos and Andy – Trying To Find Madame Queen (Retro Plus). ep22, 440303
Andy talks to Amos to say that he needs to find Madam Queen, a past love who he hasn’t seen for several years. Andy explains how his love affair…
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Lum and Abner – Discussion Of The Statue. 350517
Carlton Bricker announces that the limited offer on photos of Lum and Abner will be running out soon. Now, let’s see what’s happening down in Pine…
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Jack Benny – Jack Camps With The Beavers. ep688, 490327
in Jack’s home, Rochester sings as he does the spring cleaning. We discover an unfortunate love affair between Polly and his feather duster. Mary arrives to…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Wants A Statue Made In His Honor. 350516
Carlton Bricker reminds listeners that photos of Lum and Abner are in limited supply. He is even armed with a letter from a fan, praising the picture. Lum and…
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Fred Allen – The Mammoth Department Store. (retro 234). 321225
This 30-minute episode gets started right after a musical number, Fred is introduced and his skit about shopping at the Mammoth Department Store begins. Fred…
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Lum and Abner – Squire Will Take Hogs To Chicago. 350515
Carlton Bricker reminds listeners of the limited supply of photos of Lum and Abner, and how to send for one. Down in Pine Ridge Grandpap plays checkers with…
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Burns and Allen – Pooling Resources. 421020
Gracie is having the first meeting of her Beverly hills up lifters club. George is determined to break up the meeting, but first he gets the inside scoop of…
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Lum and Abner – Dick Says Hog Chain Letter Should Be Ok. 350514
Horlicks: Do you suffer from excess weight? Starvation diets are harmful to your health. Try the Horlicks program to manage your weight. Carlton Bricker…
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Jack Benny – Bob Hope And Jack Double Date. ep919, 550417
Jack Benny and Bob Hope team up for an unforgettable, chaotic double date! When Dennis Day falls sick, Jack twists Bob Hope’s arm into filling in for a picnic…
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Lum and Abner – Lum Wants To Start An Unchain Letter. 350513
Carlton Bricker announces that listeners can send off to get a photo of Lum and Abner. Only a limited supply exists, so send for yours today. Offer valid only…
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Jack Benny – Jack Hasn’t Received His New Contract. (retro233). 540411
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…
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Lum and Abner – Dick Says Chain Letters Are Illegal. 350510
Horlicks: For those who are overweight, use the Horlicks plan to lose 3 pounds per week. Try this marvelous plan, and start right away. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum…
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Our Miss Brooks – Fraternization (Marriage Madness). 550731
Love is in the air as Mrs. Davis talks with Connie about her new boyfriend, Henry. Will Mrs. Davis be jumping into marriage anytime soon? Walter seems to be…
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Lum and Abner – Finding A Place To Keep Hogs. 350509
Horlicks: This is the cold and flu season. Take Horlicks and build up strength to resist becoming sick. Down in Pine Ridge, the chain letter craze has hit. Lum…