Retro Radio Podcast

Jack Benny – Anthony Adverse, Part 2. ep228, 361018

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:03:05 +0000

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 own opinion,…

Mothers Best Flour Show – Where The Old Red River Flows. ep30, 510216

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 06:43:57 +0000

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

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 08:22:31 +0000

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…

Green Hornet – Charity Takes It On The Chin. 420221

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:20:18 +0000

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Dragnet – The Big Joke. ep352, 560515

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:40:31 +0000

A would-be hitman with an honest streak brings his story to the cops. Though he turned down a $5,000 contract, he knows his mark is doomed to die whether he…

Let George Do It – The Little Man Who Was Everywhere. ep101, 480927

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:28:13 +0000

George gets a letter from a woman who feels paranoid about a man who seems to be everywhere. Is there really a stalker? George and Brooksie go to find out.…

Duffys Tavern – Chant Of The Jungle (Susan Hayward, Frank Buck, retro244). ep83, 430323

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:21:07 +0000

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 actress, Rita…

Molle Mystery Theater – KillerComeBackToMe. 460517

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:20:48 +0000

A modern hardboiled adventure written by Ray Bradbury, the tale of a killer who suffers from delusions of grandeur. Guns blaze, but thanks to a getaway car driven by a…

Lum and Abner – Squire Spreads Rumors About Matinee. 350613

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:02:40 +0000

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 grand…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Innocent Flirtation Murder Case. 500316

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:44:42 +0000

Late at night, in a large suburban home, a man is gunned down. The very next day in Mr. Keen’s office a man tells his story of how he was…

Amos and Andy – Between Life and Death. ep25, 440324

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:21:54 +0000

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 isn’t so convinced over…

Lum and Abner – Advertising Free Matinee For Children. 350612

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:06:04 +0000

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 theater as Saturday. At…

Lightning Jim _- Union Pacific. ep11, 1952

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:42:34 +0000

The railroad crew sings as they work at laying track for the Union Pacific. Voiceover offers more background on the famous completion of the railroad line, and it’s importance in…

Jack Benny – Phil Harris Introduced. ep226, 361004

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:08:08 +0000

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 vacations. Mary…

Command Performance – Herbert Marshall, Marilyn Maxwell. ep181, 450622

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:21:54 +0000

Herbert Marshal is host, and introduces Marilyn Maxwell, who then sings, Kiss Goodnight. Jack Haley enters to joke around with the cast. Learn a little about the theatrical training of…

I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse. ep4, 491215

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:26:56 +0000

At Sonny’s house, Jack, Doc, and Reggie meet a few members of the Richards family. Phil, the injured fiancé, has a younger brother named Arthur who quickly gets on Doc’s…

On Stage – Loving. ep37, 530930

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 08:43:50 +0000

Today’s show features three mini-plays centered around the theme of love:  The Actress: A beautiful leading lady whose acting talent is questionable stays afloat by surrounding herself with exceptional…

Lum and Abner – Dick To Help Lum And Abner. 350611

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:05:47 +0000

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, the…

Nero Wolfe (CBC) Before I Die. ep2, 820123

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:54:12 +0000

Audio quality is excellent. The king of the black market doesn’t take no for an answer, so Archie Goodwin isn’t taking any chances when he’s invited to go for a…

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Bedside Manners. ep86, 500530

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:41:29 +0000

Out on the streets, our hardboiled detective suffers a broken leg bad enough to land him in a hospital bed. While flat on his back, a dame comes to him…

Alan Young – Old Love Letters (retro240). 450403

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:22:06 +0000

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 wedding scene as the show reaches its grand finale.

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Champion Caper. ep163, 490807

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:20:37 +0000

Sam gets hired by Champion to be a bodyguard. The blustery man claims to be dangerous, and not play games, but soon there are slugs flying through his office window. The chase is on to track down the shooter, and discover who he is working for.

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Lose To Squire. 350610

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:03:59 +0000

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 and Abner have to…

Sherlock Holmes – Case of the Iron Box. ep196, 451231

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:27:46 +0000

Reliving another New Year’s Eve, Dr. Watson recalls a memorable trip from 1899. Aboard a long train journey, Holmes listens as Watson lays out the details of their latest case:…

Amos and Andy – Insurance Fraud. ep24, 440317

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:23:57 +0000

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 the benefit of getting…

Lone Ranger – When Death Waits. 400731

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 15:23:55 +0000

Pioneers faced many dangers that combined to fill their lives with hardship, but it was the Lone Ranger—more than any other man—who made the West a safe place to live.…

Lum and Abner – Squire Plans Rival Theater. 350607

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:01:22 +0000

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 Ridge, Squire has…

Jack Benny – Everybody’s Not So Hot. 360517

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:09:04 +0000

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. She’s…

Mothers Best Flour Show – I Can’t Help It if I’m Still In Love With You. ep29, 510215

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 06:48:26 +0000

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I Love a Mystery – Million Dollar Curse. ep3, 491214

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:25:43 +0000

Jack and Tex continue their campaign to build up Sonny Richard’s self-esteem. The guys track down the details of how the claims of the curse began. Sonny talks about her…

On Stage – The Fling. ep29, 530723

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:43:12 +0000

Elliot plays a man pretending to be in love with Katie. Despite his expressions of love, we soon learn that he isn’t satisfied in his relationship. Elliot is a man…

Tales of the Texas Rangers – Play for Keeps. ep9, 500902

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:41:21 +0000

Walton is a known racketeer, and the sheriff is sure he’s up to no good. The trouble is that there isn’t any evidence the that the lawman can haul him…

Lum and Abner – Worrying About Squire Starting A Rival Theater. 350606

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:00:52 +0000

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 getting…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – The Carisio Diamond Matter. ep52, 500608

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:41:38 +0000

There’s a matter of a stolen diamond, and a murdered body that has Johnny Dollar on the case. He goes to interview the family to learn what he can about…

Duffy’s Tavern – Hawaiian Vacation (retro239). 511228

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:46:36 +0000

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 plans to quit, and…

Lum and Abner – Squire Wants To Be A Third Partner In The New Theater. 350605.

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:03:54 +0000

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 nutritious. Down in Pine…

21st Precinct – Body Found in Sewer ep21, 531124

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:40:01 +0000

Or, Case of the Ditch, After turning out the evening patrol officers, and near the end of his tour, Captain Frank Canelli responds to a call regarding the body found…

The Great Gildersleeve – Called in by the IRS. ep254, 470604

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:23:44 +0000

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 window, she presents the…

Black Museum – The Leather Bag. ep23, 520605

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:43:10 +0000

A body is reported to the local constables, and the slow but steady wheels of policework begin. Evidence is gathered and examined, people in the area are questioned to start…

The Roy Rogers Show – The Story Of Joaquin Murietta. ep20, 450403

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:24:50 +0000

After the story in the previous episode about the Russian Kid, Pat Friday wants to hear another Robin Hood style tale of a bad man gone well. Not letting her…

Jack Benny – Trouble With Twombly The Sound Effects Man. ep924, 550522

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:41:57 +0000

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 Mary. Dennis…

Coconut Grove – Phil Harris Orchestra -The Cop on the Corner. 1933

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:11:53 +0000

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 Corner.…

Jack Armstrong – Adventure of the Sunken Reef, Part 5. ep1580, 401227

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:20:03 +0000

Jack Armstrong, that All American boy is still on the Spindrift as the crew fights their way through towering waves, and typhoon winds. Jack and the rest are below decks…

One Man’s Family – Jediah Barbar Arrives. Book 64, Chapter 10 (partial). 471130

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:20:39 +0000

We start in the middle of a scene. Margret is sent off to do her homework. The doorbell rings, and a relative arrives. Jediah X Barber is a talkative, forgetful…

Boston Blackie – Fifty Thousand Dollars in Bonds to Be Divided. 490209

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:22:31 +0000

A little band of convicts have just been released, and are now getting back together to find their hidden loot. When a problem develops, the female gang member goes to…

Damen Runyon Theater – What, No Butler? (retro238). 491204

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:22:11 +0000

Damen Runyon was a newspaper reporter, columnist, and short story writer. His characters featured gangsters and street people. His stories found their way into the movies, sometimes as just a…

Box 13 – One of these Four. 490508

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:20:00 +0000

Episode 38. Afloat with a murderer, but who?

Casey, Crime Photographer – The Piggy Bank Robbery. 480129.

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:20:31 +0000

After a long night, Casey is near sleep, but takes the time to listen to a friend who has just been burglarized. The only thing taken was the babies piggy…

Lum and Abner – Lum And Abner Hire Grandpap. 350531

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:03:08 +0000

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 Abner’s picture show…

Burns and Allen – 99 Year Lease. 421027

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:21:18 +0000

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 romantic to her, as the neighbor…

Crime Club – Murder On Margin. ep26, 470522

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:20:50 +0000

An intriguing story of the stocks of passion, and the bonds of death. After a tough day at work, a Manicurist and a barber talk about living a better lifestyle.…

The Six Shooter – Revenge At Harness Creek. ep31, 540429

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 09:40:58 +0000

Britt stops in for a visit with the Harcourt brothers, a scrappy pair but when they need to, they can lay aside differences to unite for a good cause. They…

Jack Benny – Cast Introduced. ep697, 490529

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:23:58 +0000

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.…

Jubilee (AFRS) Barney Bigard, Louis Jordan. ep46, 430927

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 08:21:22 +0000

Hosted by Ernie Whitman, the Jubilee gets kicked off by Louis Jordan and, Pistol Packing Mama. Crooner, Faye Carrol sings, My Devotion. Ernie reads from the mail bag. Louis Jordan…

Perry Mason – Nora Talks To Sid. 481103

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:22:24 +0000

Perry Mason, Della Street, and Paul Drake continue their ruse of making a movie. They are really just filming the crowd, to check for reactions, in hopes of identifying their…

Voyage of the Scarlet Queen – The Shanghai Secret. ep1, 470703

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:21:00 +0000

Note: If this seems like a repeat, it is… sort of. It’s almost identical to the audition show (The Death of David Malone), although there are some minor differences, and…

Danger, Doctor Danfield – Money in a Basket. ep20, 461229.

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:20:20 +0000

Opening and closing credits are snipped. We find Doctor Danfield talking with his secretary Rusty Fairfax, when a student from one of Dan’s classes interrupts. Rusty’s moment of jealousy is…

Lum and Abner – How To Operate A Picture Show. 350529

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:05:22 +0000

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 to cope…

Father Knows Best – The New Housekeeper (retro237). 500622

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:46:52 +0000

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…

Dragnet – The Big Carney. ep351, 560508

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:40:28 +0000

The owner of a jewelry store reports to Joe Friday about theft of his expensive merchandise. Could it be an inside job? His account of the robbery leads Joe on…

Let George Do It – The Problem With Joe Martin. ep147, 490815

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:28:01 +0000

A man claiming to be an important figure from South America shows up on the doorstep of George Valentine. All he wants to do is find a particular person, and…

Lum and Abner – Lum Returns. 350528

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:05:14 +0000

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. And kids love…

Molle Mystery Theater – Further Adventures Of Kenny Andrews. 460510

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:26:40 +0000

In a previous episode a tale of Kenny Andrews, and how he ended up in an insane asylum was told. Due to audience request, his saga is continued to report…

Amos and Andy- Sign On The Dotted Line (Retro Plus). ep23, 440310

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:20:30 +0000

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 interlude is presented instead. When…

Lum and Abner – Lum Has Disappeared Abner And Grandpap Fear The Worst. 350527

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:02:08 +0000

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 happening in Pine Ridge. Lum was devastated…

Wild Bill Hickock – The Shadow Hill Gang. ep10, 510729

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:45:05 +0000

The stage coach trail is wild and uncivilized in the areas around the town of Flat Rock. Just when the stage is being ambushed, the bandits are interrupted by Wild…

Jack Benny – A Friend At Union Station. ep923, 550515

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:42:14 +0000

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, giving…

Command Performance – Clifton Fadiman. ep8, 420416

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 07:25:06 +0000

Well known and loved host of the quiz show, Information Please, is today’s host. Clifton Fadiman calls on the orchestra to play a jazzy version of, Polly Wolly Doodle. Responding…

American Trail – The Northwest Ordinance, 1787. ep2, 1953

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:43:53 +0000

The area from Ohio to Illinois is largely an unexplored wilderness. An American frontiersman takes a wife, and strikes out to make a home. At the same time the government…

World Adventurers Club – Land Of Tragic Darkness. ep8, 1932

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:01:08 +0000

Audio has Good quality. A brief telling of the fall of the house of Romanov, the last Russian Tsar. Rasputin had held the royal family captivated, and reliant on his…

Let George Do It – The Dark Chain. ep159, 491107

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:26:53 +0000

A woman is alone on her farm with her mentally challenged son, and fears for her safety. With her husband long dead she worries that her brother is ineffectual to…

Lum and Abner – Things Go Wrong At The Unveiling Ceremony. 350524

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:05:19 +0000

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 gathered…

Burns and Allen – Kleptomaniacs. 481007

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:26:10 +0000

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 finds the items in Graci’s…

Mr. Keen, Tracer of Lost Persons – The Shrieking Prisoner Murder Case Part 4. 540625

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:46:51 +0000

The kindly old investigator wraps up the mystery today. Mr. Keen and Mike Clancey have been investigating the death of Donald Traviss. Mr. Keen has his eye on two suspects,…

Lum and Abner – Discussing The Story Of King Midas. 350523

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:01:32 +0000

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…

Nero Wolfe – Disguise For Murder. ep1, 820115

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:50:14 +0000

Cynthia Brown has a story to tell Archie about her friend, Doris who was killed. A man who is at a party in Nero’s office is the one Cynthia is…

The Great Gildersleeve – Leroy Excluded from Craig’s Party. ep250, 470507

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 12:20:42 +0000

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, Craig…

Nero Wolfe – Room 304. ep26, 510427

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:40:26 +0000

A phone call from an exotic woman gets Archie Goodwin’s attention, but when a gunshot sounds, it turns into the next case for Nero Wolfe. Going to the scene, Archie…

Lum and Abner – Squire Returns From Chicago With The Check. 350522

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:05:48 +0000

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 statue. Today Lum…

Gunsmoke – The Meshougah. ep44, 530221

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:41:00 +0000

Meshougan 2/21/53
Gunsmoke was a long-running American old-time radio and television Western drama created by director Norman MacDonnell and writer John Meston. The stories took place in or about Dodge City, Kansas, during the settlement of the American West. The radio version ran from 1952 to 1961, and is commonly regarded as one of the finest radio dramas of all time; the television version ran from 1955 to 1975 and still holds the record for the longest-running U.S. prime time fictional television program.

Jack Benny – Easter Stroll. ep918, 550410

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:40:38 +0000

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 trim, and steps on…

Command Performance – Dinah Shore, Jeanette MacDonald, Garry Moore, Jimmy Dorsey. ep82, 430906

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 08:24:48 +0000

Hosted by Dinah Shore who comes out singing, What Do You Do in the Infantry? Dinah reads from the mail bag, then introduces Jimmy Dorsey. Just after reading from the…

Adventures of Superman – The Green Death Part 4. ep687, 440119

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:23:59 +0000

After the opening commercial about Pep cereal, where we learn about the cool collection of the cardboard models of military fighter planes found in boxes of the product, the announcer…

Bold Venture – Espionage and Murder in San Tomas. ep7, 510507

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 06:44:39 +0000

In Shannon’s place, Slate learns of a nuclear scientist, Falkner, who is feared is about to defect, and is thought to be on the island of St Thomas. Little does…

Adventures of Philip Marlowe – The Fox’s Tail. ep85, 500523

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:44:36 +0000

Responding to a call to meet a client in the local dive, the Blue Chip, Marlowe is to pose as a man who is targeted for death. How will this…

Lum and Abner – Lum Orders Statue Of Himself. 350521

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:09:01 +0000

Horlicks: Sometimes you may get a bargain in buying a substitute product, but never with your favorite malted milk. Accept no substitutes. Carlton Bricker gives a quick reminder for listeners…

The Adventures of Sam Spade – The Tears of Night Caper. ep161, 490724

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:20:26 +0000

A wounded Sam Spade arrives in the office to dictate his report toEffie Perine. Reflecting on holw the case started, Maime enters to drag Sam to see her boss. Scruffy men guard a mansion where Johnny hires Sam to safeguard a transaction of jewels.

Baby Snooks – Abnormal Psychology. (retro236). 420528

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:27:11 +0000

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 psychology.…

Sherlock Holmes – The Second Generation. ep194, 451217

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:20:47 +0000

Long time friends share a moment as Holmes plays a haunting melody on his violin. Active practice of detective work is well behind them, but Watson wonders if Holmes ever…

Lum and Abner – Catalog From Monument Company. 350520

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:08:52 +0000

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 Pine Ridge. Lum and…

Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar – Port-au-Prince Haiti. ep51, 500530

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:42:59 +0000

Protecting the interests of his insurance company, Johnny is on the way to the island nation of Haiti. He has to investigate the case of a man dying of a…

Amos and Andy – Trying To Find Madame Queen (Retro Plus). ep22, 440303

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:23:10 +0000

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 dissolved…

All Star Western Theater – Johnny Mack Brown. 480202

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:23:11 +0000

The Riders of the Purple Sage provide musical talent with, Riding Down that Old Texas Trail. Then before the drama begins, they return with, Cling to a Memory. The western…

Lum and Abner – Discussion Of The Statue. 350517

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:09:37 +0000

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 Ridge. In the Jot…

Jack Benny – Jack Camps With The Beavers. ep688, 490327

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:23:28 +0000

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 share a letter from…

Mothers Best Flour – There’s Nothing As Sweet As My Baby. ep28, 510214

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 06:45:55 +0000

Sorry for the inconvenience, but the original media file for this episode has been removed. Use the following link which connects you to my affiliated Amazon account to purchase the…

Flash Gordon – Befriending The Lionmen. ep2, 350428

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:05:04 +0000

Previously Flash and Dale have become marooned on the planet Mongo, and after a narrow escape from Ming, they have been captured by the Shark men, and after more adventures…

Down Our Way – A Rival Singing Group Forms. ep6, 1932

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 07:02:51 +0000

Some background. The show centers on a small-town choir, and happenings in the life of folks in town. It’s not only a church choir, but one that also sings at…

Lum and Abner – Lum Wants A Statue Made In His Honor. 350516

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:02:39 +0000

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 Abner…

Stand By For Crime – The Communist Menace. ep1, 1953

keith@heltsley.net (Keith Heltsley) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:42:59 +0000

Every show is about a hot button topic for the television news. Today the feature is about Communism, it’s a terror, a menace, a disease. Who will fall prey next?…