https://retro-otr.com/podcasts/ Sharing family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more. Tue, 26 May 2026 07:23:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Keith Heltsley no episodic podcast https://retro-otr.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/rotr-logo.jpg https://retro-otr.com/podcasts/ TV-G Daily Be a contributor using Patreon.com Be a contributor using Patreon.com 3b065a93-0029-5420-87af-698f937c7a21 43527961 Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,WesternsPodcasting to share family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.Podcasting to share family friendly entertainment through old time radio, and more.keith@heltsley.netKeith Heltsley https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-successful-marriage-manual-421013/ Tue, 26 May 2026 07:23:43 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51096 as George and Gracie discuss the latest in the war, the happy postman delivers the mail. He explains how his brother postman stays physically fit. Gracie gets a letter from… full 29:51 153899821 51096 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noas George and Gracie discuss the latest in the war, the happy postman delivers the mail. He explains how his brother postman stays physically fit. Gracie gets a letter from…Keith Heltsleyas George and Gracie discuss the latest in the war, the happy postman delivers the mail. He explains how his brother postman stays physically fit. Gracie gets a letter from…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-and-abner-reconcile-350423/ Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=5011 Horlicks: Kids get hungry with all their activity. Give them a healthy, nourishing treat that won’t spoil their appetite. Down in Pine Ridge, Dick has managed to calm Lum down… full 14:29 5011 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Kids get hungry with all their activity. Give them a healthy, nourishing treat that won’t spoil their appetite. Down in Pine Ridge, Dick has managed to calm Lum down…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Kids get hungry with all their activity. Give them a healthy, nourishing treat that won’t spoil their appetite. Down in Pine Ridge, Dick has managed to calm Lum down…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/hop-along-cassidy-phantom-bandido-ep6/ Mon, 25 May 2026 06:27:51 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=20588 Carson City was the place for cattle herds to converge on, and be sold to market. Hoppy enters the saloon to look for the man to buy his cattle, but… full 20588 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noCarson City was the place for cattle herds to converge on, and be sold to market. Hoppy enters the saloon to look for the man to buy his cattle, but…Keith HeltsleyCarson City was the place for cattle herds to converge on, and be sold to market. Hoppy enters the saloon to look for the man to buy his cattle, but…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/spike-jones-vic-damone-480213/ Sun, 24 May 2026 13:20:09 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=6163 The Spotlight Revue welcomes as it’s guest, Vic Damone, and featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike opens with, Shuffle Off to… full 27:56 153899684 6163 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noThe Spotlight Revue welcomes as it’s guest, Vic Damone, and featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike opens with, Shuffle Off to…Keith HeltsleyThe Spotlight Revue welcomes as it’s guest, Vic Damone, and featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike opens with, Shuffle Off to…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-phil-harris-becomes-a-father-ep448-420524/ Sun, 24 May 2026 07:23:36 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51067 him from Camp Callan California Jack receives a nice and hammy introduction. Don sets out to prove that his military audience thinks he’s great. Mary makes a poetic ending and… full 29:41 153871954 51067 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)nohim from Camp Callan California Jack receives a nice and hammy introduction. Don sets out to prove that his military audience thinks he’s great. Mary makes a poetic ending and…Keith Heltsleyhim from Camp Callan California Jack receives a nice and hammy introduction. Don sets out to prove that his military audience thinks he’s great. Mary makes a poetic ending and…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-armstrong-adventure-of-the-sunken-reef-part4-ep1579-401226/ Sat, 23 May 2026 15:25:09 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=13236 On the storm swept China Sea, the Spindrift sails bravely on towards the Sulu Sea where their treasure of uranium lies. The crew all do their parts in battling the… full 13236 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noOn the storm swept China Sea, the Spindrift sails bravely on towards the Sulu Sea where their treasure of uranium lies. The crew all do their parts in battling the…Keith HeltsleyOn the storm swept China Sea, the Spindrift sails bravely on towards the Sulu Sea where their treasure of uranium lies. The crew all do their parts in battling the…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lux-radio-theater-mad-about-musicdeanna-durbin-herbert-marshall-380418/ Sat, 23 May 2026 13:03:01 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=7385 Features Deanna Durbin, Herbert Marshal, and William Frawley. Walter Huston fills in for Cecil B DeMill. The background and personal aspects of Deanna are given, then the show opens. A… full 7385 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noFeatures Deanna Durbin, Herbert Marshal, and William Frawley. Walter Huston fills in for Cecil B DeMill. The background and personal aspects of Deanna are given, then the show opens. A…Keith HeltsleyFeatures Deanna Durbin, Herbert Marshal, and William Frawley. Walter Huston fills in for Cecil B DeMill. The background and personal aspects of Deanna are given, then the show opens. A…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/sherlock-holmes-a-scandal-in-bohemia-ep193-451210/ Fri, 22 May 2026 10:20:55 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=35317 Intro by Peggy Webber, explaining emotional attitudes of Sherlock Holmes, especially his skeptical nature, and his distrust for emotional displays. Irene Adler, or the person who Holmes only refers to… full 31:28 35317 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noIntro by Peggy Webber, explaining emotional attitudes of Sherlock Holmes, especially his skeptical nature, and his distrust for emotional displays. Irene Adler, or the person who Holmes only refers to…Keith HeltsleyIntro by Peggy Webber, explaining emotional attitudes of Sherlock Holmes, especially his skeptical nature, and his distrust for emotional displays. Irene Adler, or the person who Holmes only refers to…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-sell-the-circus-350422/ Fri, 22 May 2026 10:04:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=5003 Horlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire… full 14:50 5003 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Enjoy a breakfast treat. Just sprinkle powdered Horlicks on buttered toast, or in cereal. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. Previously, the circus was sold to Squire…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-teachers-problems-ep252-470521/ Thu, 21 May 2026 12:24:59 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51071 Marjorie and Leroy bicker while they’re supposed to be studying. Gildersleeve gets onto them for not concentrating enough. Leila Ransom arrives to invite Gildersleeve to see a movie with her.… full 30:09 153871959 51071 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noMarjorie and Leroy bicker while they’re supposed to be studying. Gildersleeve gets onto them for not concentrating enough. Leila Ransom arrives to invite Gildersleeve to see a movie with her.…Keith HeltsleyMarjorie and Leroy bicker while they’re supposed to be studying. Gildersleeve gets onto them for not concentrating enough. Leila Ransom arrives to invite Gildersleeve to see a movie with her.…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/whitehall-1212-case-of-donald-simms-520120/ Thu, 21 May 2026 07:40:06 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=22317 The phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems… full 22317 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noThe phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems…Keith HeltsleyThe phone call comes in, and Scotland Yard inspectors are mobilized to investigate a case of murder. Donald Simms was to marry the victim, Miss Holmby. The high-class butler seems…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/yours-truly-johnny-dollar-the-earl-chadwick-matter-ep51-500523/ Wed, 20 May 2026 15:41:31 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=16759 A man who has been claimed to be dead four years ago is seen alive. Now the insurance company needs to verify the matter and either prove fraud, or learn… full 29:42 153903550 16759 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noA man who has been claimed to be dead four years ago is seen alive. Now the insurance company needs to verify the matter and either prove fraud, or learn…Keith HeltsleyA man who has been claimed to be dead four years ago is seen alive. Now the insurance company needs to verify the matter and either prove fraud, or learn…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/ Wed, 20 May 2026 10:02:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4824 Horlicks: It’s the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and… full 14:48 4824 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: It’s the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: It’s the cold and flu season, ward off sickness by using Horlicks. The circus is still showing in Mt Ida, and money is still coming up missing. Lum and…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-married-but-single-421006/ Tue, 19 May 2026 07:26:49 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51081 at home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic… full 29:43 153891241 51081 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noat home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic…Keith Heltsleyat home after a party, George and Gracie discussed the types of games that took place. Why was George so mean to her at the party? Gracie remembers the romantic…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/21st-precinct-abandoned-baby/ Tue, 19 May 2026 06:43:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=32630 On the night tour, Captain Canelli learns about a baby that was left with a couple. Mrs. Heffle hasn’t been heard from in weeks. She made arrangements to board her… full 32630 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noOn the night tour, Captain Canelli learns about a baby that was left with a couple. Mrs. Heffle hasn’t been heard from in weeks. She made arrangements to board her…Keith HeltsleyOn the night tour, Captain Canelli learns about a baby that was left with a couple. Mrs. Heffle hasn’t been heard from in weeks. She made arrangements to board her…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/ Mon, 18 May 2026 10:04:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4813 Horlicks: Are Lum and Abner’s overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has… full 15:06 4813 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Are Lum and Abner’s overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Are Lum and Abner’s overweight friends using Horlicks? According to letters written in they are. Get sustaining nourishment without the excess calories. For the past couple days money has…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lightning-jim-lightning-jim-visits-broken-horn-ep10/ Mon, 18 May 2026 07:40:50 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8876 We find Lightning Jim and deputy Whitey Larsen riding the trail in response to a couple letters asking for help with rustlers. One is from a friend who has been… full 8876 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noWe find Lightning Jim and deputy Whitey Larsen riding the trail in response to a couple letters asking for help with rustlers. One is from a friend who has been…Keith HeltsleyWe find Lightning Jim and deputy Whitey Larsen riding the trail in response to a couple letters asking for help with rustlers. One is from a friend who has been…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-santa-ana-air-base-ep447-420517/ Sun, 17 May 2026 07:20:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51065 Jack is teased about giving the whole cast a lift to the military base and is Maxwell. He collects gas money for the trip from Don. Mary arrives to get… full 29:30 153871952 51065 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noJack is teased about giving the whole cast a lift to the military base and is Maxwell. He collects gas money for the trip from Don. Mary arrives to get…Keith HeltsleyJack is teased about giving the whole cast a lift to the military base and is Maxwell. He collects gas money for the trip from Don. Mary arrives to get…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/mothers-best-flour-just-when-i-needed-you-ep26-510212/ Sun, 17 May 2026 06:43:46 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=16818 Wake up in the morning with some classic country music played by Hank Williams and his studio musicians. Playlist: Hank Williams sings, Just When I Needed You. John and Jack,… full 16818 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noWake up in the morning with some classic country music played by Hank Williams and his studio musicians. Playlist: Hank Williams sings, Just When I Needed You. John and Jack,…Keith HeltsleyWake up in the morning with some classic country music played by Hank Williams and his studio musicians. Playlist: Hank Williams sings, Just When I Needed You. John and Jack,…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/voyage-of-the-scarlet-queen-the-tattooed-beaver-and-baby-food-for-pare-pare-ep15-471009/ Sat, 16 May 2026 12:20:26 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8735 Taking their first dip below the equator, ship and crew pull into harbor. With no contact from Kang, Philip and Red look for some cargo to haul to bring a… full 8735 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noTaking their first dip below the equator, ship and crew pull into harbor. With no contact from Kang, Philip and Red look for some cargo to haul to bring a…Keith HeltsleyTaking their first dip below the equator, ship and crew pull into harbor. With no contact from Kang, Philip and Red look for some cargo to haul to bring a…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/on-stage-an-ideal-couple-ep24-530618/ Sat, 16 May 2026 08:00:18 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=14650 Cathy and Elliot Lewis play, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, a couple who appear on a radio game show. If they prove to be the ideal couple, and that they are… full 14849 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noCathy and Elliot Lewis play, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, a couple who appear on a radio game show. If they prove to be the ideal couple, and that they are…Keith HeltsleyCathy and Elliot Lewis play, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, a couple who appear on a radio game show. If they prove to be the ideal couple, and that they are…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/boston-blackie-480929-ep194-carl-grady-golf-instructor/ Fri, 15 May 2026 13:28:45 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3946 Blackie butts into a murder investigation that Farraday is working on. There even seems to be some gangsters who would like to figure this one out. Blackie checks out the… full 26:31 153869796 3946 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noBlackie butts into a murder investigation that Farraday is working on. There even seems to be some gangsters who would like to figure this one out. Blackie checks out the…Keith HeltsleyBlackie butts into a murder investigation that Farraday is working on. There even seems to be some gangsters who would like to figure this one out. Blackie checks out the…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/ Fri, 15 May 2026 10:04:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4786 Horlicks: There are many who can’t drink milk or coffee. Try getting your good nourishment with Horlicks malted milk drink for breakfast. The circus business has been improving, but yesterday,… full 13:37 4786 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: There are many who can’t drink milk or coffee. Try getting your good nourishment with Horlicks malted milk drink for breakfast. The circus business has been improving, but yesterday,…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: There are many who can’t drink milk or coffee. Try getting your good nourishment with Horlicks malted milk drink for breakfast. The circus business has been improving, but yesterday,…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/box-13-mexican-maze-04101949/ Thu, 14 May 2026 14:20:00 +0000 http://media.libsyn.com/media/botar/OTR_box_13__mexican_maze_04_10_1949.mp3 Episode 34. box 13 full 27:05 176 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noEpisode 34. box 13Keith HeltsleyEpisode 34. box 13Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/a-day-in-the-life-of-dennis-day-room-rent-due-ep88-480925/ Thu, 14 May 2026 13:25:36 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8560 Dennis opens with a song, Five Foot Two Eyes of Blue. In the Anderson home, Mrs. Anderson grows impatient when Dennis is three weeks late on his rent. Dennis is… full 8560 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noDennis opens with a song, Five Foot Two Eyes of Blue. In the Anderson home, Mrs. Anderson grows impatient when Dennis is three weeks late on his rent. Dennis is…Keith HeltsleyDennis opens with a song, Five Foot Two Eyes of Blue. In the Anderson home, Mrs. Anderson grows impatient when Dennis is three weeks late on his rent. Dennis is…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-peavey-disappears-ep251-470514/ Thu, 14 May 2026 12:27:13 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51069 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… full 29:23 153871957 51069 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noit’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…Keith Heltsleyit’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…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/casey-crime-photographer-the-miracle-480115/ Wed, 13 May 2026 13:26:10 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=16627 Mr. Blain is a wealthy 55-year-old man, but he is dying of a terminal disease. His only hope is a miracle cure, but it’s doubtful if it will work. Is… full 16627 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noMr. Blain is a wealthy 55-year-old man, but he is dying of a terminal disease. His only hope is a miracle cure, but it’s doubtful if it will work. Is…Keith HeltsleyMr. Blain is a wealthy 55-year-old man, but he is dying of a terminal disease. His only hope is a miracle cure, but it’s doubtful if it will work. Is…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-appearing-in-mt-ida-350408/ Wed, 13 May 2026 10:09:46 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4765 Horlicks: Carlton Bricker talks about a friend who tried a cheap substitute, but after just one glass, went back to the original. Down in Pine Ridge we find Lum and… full 13:52 4765 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker talks about a friend who tried a cheap substitute, but after just one glass, went back to the original. Down in Pine Ridge we find Lum and…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Bricker talks about a friend who tried a cheap substitute, but after just one glass, went back to the original. Down in Pine Ridge we find Lum and…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-george-should-be-a-doctor-490224/ Tue, 12 May 2026 14:23:22 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51053 Gracie’s latest fad is analyzing handwriting. She shares with her doubtful neighbor, Blanche that the expert claims that George should get out of radio. Now Blanche is a little less… full 29:45 153869756 51053 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noGracie’s latest fad is analyzing handwriting. She shares with her doubtful neighbor, Blanche that the expert claims that George should get out of radio. Now Blanche is a little less…Keith HeltsleyGracie’s latest fad is analyzing handwriting. She shares with her doubtful neighbor, Blanche that the expert claims that George should get out of radio. Now Blanche is a little less…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/crime-club-epitaph-for-lydia-470501/ Tue, 12 May 2026 12:20:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8620 Take the easy chair by the window, the book is on the shelf. A story of a missing person who is found by death. The story opens with a party… full 8620 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noTake the easy chair by the window, the book is on the shelf. A story of a missing person who is found by death. The story opens with a party…Keith HeltsleyTake the easy chair by the window, the book is on the shelf. A story of a missing person who is found by death. The story opens with a party…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lone-ranger-proven-innocentthe-man-least-suspected-ep828-380518/ Mon, 11 May 2026 13:01:33 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=2295 The Masked man rides off to a town called, Green Tree to investigate a rash of robberies. The sheriff makes plans to ensure the safety of the cash in the… full 29:49 153869748 2295 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noThe Masked man rides off to a town called, Green Tree to investigate a rash of robberies. The sheriff makes plans to ensure the safety of the cash in the…Keith HeltsleyThe Masked man rides off to a town called, Green Tree to investigate a rash of robberies. The sheriff makes plans to ensure the safety of the cash in the…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/ Mon, 11 May 2026 10:02:44 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4723 Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,… full 13:51 4723 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a testimonial letter to tell how a baby girl was able to gain weight and get well after being on Horlicks. Lum is impressed with Zenora,…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/spike-jones-spotlight-review-john-laurenz-ep18-480130/ Sun, 10 May 2026 13:20:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=5915 It’s time for another Spotlight Review, featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike Jones starts off by playing, Hindustan. Dorothy talks with… full 5915 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noIt’s time for another Spotlight Review, featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike Jones starts off by playing, Hindustan. Dorothy talks with…Keith HeltsleyIt’s time for another Spotlight Review, featuring Spike Jones, the City Slickers, and the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. Playlist: Spike Jones starts off by playing, Hindustan. Dorothy talks with…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-jack-test-drives-a-car-360510/ Sun, 10 May 2026 11:04:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8880 Jack has been appearing in Detroit all week, and when he is absent from the radio studio, we cut to the theater where he puts on his stage show at… full 28:31 8880 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noJack has been appearing in Detroit all week, and when he is absent from the radio studio, we cut to the theater where he puts on his stage show at…Keith HeltsleyJack has been appearing in Detroit all week, and when he is absent from the radio studio, we cut to the theater where he puts on his stage show at…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-mather-field-california-ep446-420510/ Sun, 10 May 2026 07:23:42 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51063 Don introduces Jack and teases him about being dizzy. Jack tells a story about flying a kite as a child. Mary Livingston arrives to the applause of the soldiers. She… full 29:32 153871887 51063 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noDon introduces Jack and teases him about being dizzy. Jack tells a story about flying a kite as a child. Mary Livingston arrives to the applause of the soldiers. She…Keith HeltsleyDon introduces Jack and teases him about being dizzy. Jack tells a story about flying a kite as a child. Mary Livingston arrives to the applause of the soldiers. She…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/one-mans-family-book-62-chapter-5-15th-anniversary/ Sat, 09 May 2026 12:23:03 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=28228 Beginning their 16th year in radio, the show celebrates its 15th anniversary by remembering times gone by. Title: 16th Year on Radio. Topics of discussion include: Rise and fall of… full 28228 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noBeginning their 16th year in radio, the show celebrates its 15th anniversary by remembering times gone by. Title: 16th Year on Radio. Topics of discussion include: Rise and fall of…Keith HeltsleyBeginning their 16th year in radio, the show celebrates its 15th anniversary by remembering times gone by. Title: 16th Year on Radio. Topics of discussion include: Rise and fall of…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/world-adventurers-club-land-of-death-ep7-1932/ Sat, 09 May 2026 07:01:13 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=41784 A newsreel man talks about a Hungarian city where the men are mysteriously dying off at the hands of a she devils. Disguised as a peasant woman from a nearby… full 13:56 41784 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noA newsreel man talks about a Hungarian city where the men are mysteriously dying off at the hands of a she devils. Disguised as a peasant woman from a nearby…Keith HeltsleyA newsreel man talks about a Hungarian city where the men are mysteriously dying off at the hands of a she devils. Disguised as a peasant woman from a nearby…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/dragnet-the-big-rip-560424/ Fri, 08 May 2026 11:41:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=16123 Working the burglary detail, Joe and Frank visit the crime lab. Frank shares a word on some domestic troubles, playing cards with his wife and friends. Reviewing the data from… full 16123 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noWorking the burglary detail, Joe and Frank visit the crime lab. Frank shares a word on some domestic troubles, playing cards with his wife and friends. Reviewing the data from…Keith HeltsleyWorking the burglary detail, Joe and Frank visit the crime lab. Frank shares a word on some domestic troubles, playing cards with his wife and friends. Reviewing the data from…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-falls-in-love-with-zenora-350404/ Fri, 08 May 2026 10:02:16 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4694 Horlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You’ll cut down your calories, and cut down on your… full 13:49 4694 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You’ll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: What would overweight folks do without Horlicks? Just try a hot drink in place of your usual heavy meal. You’ll cut down your calories, and cut down on your…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/let-george-do-it-the-impatient-red-head-ep104-480906/ Thu, 07 May 2026 13:24:21 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=3345 George Valentine takes a case from a red head who wants to find out why her Spanish lover refuses to get more serious about her. As things develop, listeners are… full 3345 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noGeorge Valentine takes a case from a red head who wants to find out why her Spanish lover refuses to get more serious about her. As things develop, listeners are…Keith HeltsleyGeorge Valentine takes a case from a red head who wants to find out why her Spanish lover refuses to get more serious about her. As things develop, listeners are…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-campaign-gets-hot-ep125-440507/ Thu, 07 May 2026 09:28:37 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=33220 Relaxing in his office, Gildy puts up his feet and read love letters from his fiancée, Eve Goodwin. In voiceover, we hear the sweet nothings from Eve. His day dreams… full 33220 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noRelaxing in his office, Gildy puts up his feet and read love letters from his fiancée, Eve Goodwin. In voiceover, we hear the sweet nothings from Eve. His day dreams…Keith HeltsleyRelaxing in his office, Gildy puts up his feet and read love letters from his fiancée, Eve Goodwin. In voiceover, we hear the sweet nothings from Eve. His day dreams…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/molle-mystery-theater-follow-that-cab-460419/ Wed, 06 May 2026 11:22:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=19850 Two cabbies with too much time on their hands, and a love for mystery novels find themselves in the middle of solving a real one. Julius and Moe imagine themselves… full 19850 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noTwo cabbies with too much time on their hands, and a love for mystery novels find themselves in the middle of solving a real one. Julius and Moe imagine themselves…Keith HeltsleyTwo cabbies with too much time on their hands, and a love for mystery novels find themselves in the middle of solving a real one. Julius and Moe imagine themselves…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-dick-smashes-lum-and-abners-glasses-350403/ Wed, 06 May 2026 10:02:04 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4688 Horlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed… full 13:25 4688 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: A recent test (recent in 1935) in a Chicago school proves that kids do better in school when they have a Horlick snack. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum managed…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/our-miss-brooks-planning-a-trip-to-europe-550717/ Tue, 05 May 2026 10:41:45 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=9739 Connie talks with Mrs. Davis about her Summer plans of going to Europe, and the real likelihood that Connie actually has of going. Miss Brooks tells about the deal she… full 9739 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noConnie talks with Mrs. Davis about her Summer plans of going to Europe, and the real likelihood that Connie actually has of going. Miss Brooks tells about the deal she…Keith HeltsleyConnie talks with Mrs. Davis about her Summer plans of going to Europe, and the real likelihood that Connie actually has of going. Miss Brooks tells about the deal she…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/mr-keen-tracer-of-lost-persons-the-shrieking-prisoner-murder-case-part-2-540623/ Tue, 05 May 2026 09:42:26 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=10253 The second installment of the ongoing crime mystery. Mr. Keen has learned that aunt Amy is the shrieking prisoner, and that aunt Martha is responsible for keeping her locked away,… full 10253 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noThe second installment of the ongoing crime mystery. Mr. Keen has learned that aunt Amy is the shrieking prisoner, and that aunt Martha is responsible for keeping her locked away,…Keith HeltsleyThe second installment of the ongoing crime mystery. Mr. Keen has learned that aunt Amy is the shrieking prisoner, and that aunt Martha is responsible for keeping her locked away,…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-borrows-200-from-union-bank-350402/ Mon, 04 May 2026 10:04:51 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4672 Horlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. After… full 13:24 4672 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. After…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter of testimonial. A man tells how Horlicks helped him to get a good night’s sleep. Now, let’s see what’s happening in Pine Ridge. After…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-roy-rogers-show-the-russian-kid/ Mon, 04 May 2026 06:20:39 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=29526 Pat Friday listens, as Vern Smith narrates this story of frontier Robin Hoods. One of them was a big Russian, and this is how his life was turned around. In… full 29526 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noPat Friday listens, as Vern Smith narrates this story of frontier Robin Hoods. One of them was a big Russian, and this is how his life was turned around. In…Keith HeltsleyPat Friday listens, as Vern Smith narrates this story of frontier Robin Hoods. One of them was a big Russian, and this is how his life was turned around. In…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/spike-jones-spotlight-review-the-mills-brothers-480206/ Sun, 03 May 2026 13:20:58 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=6052 The Spotlight Revue, featuring the Mills Brothers and the usual cast. Playlist: Spike leads off with; I’m Just Wild About Harry. Spike introduces the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. They… full 6052 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noThe Spotlight Revue, featuring the Mills Brothers and the usual cast. Playlist: Spike leads off with; I’m Just Wild About Harry. Spike introduces the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. They…Keith HeltsleyThe Spotlight Revue, featuring the Mills Brothers and the usual cast. Playlist: Spike leads off with; I’m Just Wild About Harry. Spike introduces the Park Avenue Hillbilly, Dorothy Shea. They…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-love-scene-with-ann-sheridan-ep445-420503/ Sun, 03 May 2026 07:23:39 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51015 Don Wilson rolls back the clock so we can join Jack Benny and the cast on the set of Jack’s new movie. Jack interrupts Rochester as he sings and cleans… full 29:48 153826439 51015 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noDon Wilson rolls back the clock so we can join Jack Benny and the cast on the set of Jack’s new movie. Jack interrupts Rochester as he sings and cleans…Keith HeltsleyDon Wilson rolls back the clock so we can join Jack Benny and the cast on the set of Jack’s new movie. Jack interrupts Rochester as he sings and cleans…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/perry-mason-courtroom-crowd-ep1342-481102-3/ Sat, 02 May 2026 13:21:54 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4676 A curious crowd watches as the movie production crew goes into full swing in filming. It’s just a sting operation set up by Perry Mason, and Paul Drake. Will that… full 10:58 153823847 4676 keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley)noA curious crowd watches as the movie production crew goes into full swing in filming. It’s just a sting operation set up by Perry Mason, and Paul Drake. Will that…Keith HeltsleyA curious crowd watches as the movie production crew goes into full swing in filming. It’s just a sting operation set up by Perry Mason, and Paul Drake. Will that…Clean,Entertainment,Old,time,Radio,Classic,Radio,Vintage,Radio,Family,Friendly,Comedy,Drama,Audio,Drama,Westerns