https://retro-otr.com/channel/comedy/ Comedy legends including Jack Benny, Fibber McGee and Molly, George Burns, Bob Hope, the Great Gildersleeves, and more. Mon, 18 May 2026 15:33:04 +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/channel/comedy/ TV-G Daily Support the podcast on Patreon. Support the podcast on Patreon. 70ad86e6-3444-5b92-9c59-171005cef16e 43527961 family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedyClean comedy greats. Jack Benny, Fibber McGee, George Burns, and more. Clean comedy greats. Jack Benny, Fibber McGee, George Burns, and more. keith@retro-otr.comKeith Heltsley https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-teachers-problems-ep252-470521/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-teachers-problems-ep252-470521/#respond Thu, 21 May 2026 12:24:59 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51071 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-teachers-problems-ep252-470521/feed/ 0 full 30:09 153871959 51071 keith@retro-otr.com (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.…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 10:02:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4824 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-money-disappears-again-350411/feed/ 0 full 14:48 4824 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-married-but-single-421006/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-married-but-single-421006/#respond Tue, 19 May 2026 07:26:49 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51081 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-married-but-single-421006/feed/ 0 full 29:43 153891241 51081 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/#respond Mon, 18 May 2026 10:04:00 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4813 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-will-hide-money-350410-2/feed/ 0 full 15:06 4813 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-santa-ana-air-base-ep447-420517/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-santa-ana-air-base-ep447-420517/#respond Sun, 17 May 2026 07:20:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51065 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-santa-ana-air-base-ep447-420517/feed/ 0 full 29:30 153871952 51065 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/#respond Fri, 15 May 2026 10:04:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4786 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-squire-is-the-main-suspect-350409/feed/ 0 full 13:37 4786 keith@retro-otr.com (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,…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/a-day-in-the-life-of-dennis-day-room-rent-due-ep88-480925/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/a-day-in-the-life-of-dennis-day-room-rent-due-ep88-480925/#respond Thu, 14 May 2026 13:25:36 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8560 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/a-day-in-the-life-of-dennis-day-room-rent-due-ep88-480925/feed/ 0 full 8560 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-peavey-disappears-ep251-470514/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-peavey-disappears-ep251-470514/#respond Thu, 14 May 2026 12:27:13 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51069 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/the-great-gildersleeve-peavey-disappears-ep251-470514/feed/ 0 full 29:23 153871957 51069 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-appearing-in-mt-ida-350408/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-appearing-in-mt-ida-350408/#respond Wed, 13 May 2026 10:09:46 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4765 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-appearing-in-mt-ida-350408/feed/ 0 full 13:52 4765 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-george-should-be-a-doctor-490224/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-george-should-be-a-doctor-490224/#respond Tue, 12 May 2026 14:23:22 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51053 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/burns-and-allen-george-should-be-a-doctor-490224/feed/ 0 full 29:45 153869756 51053 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 10:02:44 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4723 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-to-travel-with-circus-350405/feed/ 0 full 13:51 4723 keith@retro-otr.com (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,…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-jack-test-drives-a-car-360510/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-jack-test-drives-a-car-360510/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 11:04:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=8880 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-jack-test-drives-a-car-360510/feed/ 0 full 28:31 8880 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-mather-field-california-ep446-420510/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-mather-field-california-ep446-420510/#respond Sun, 10 May 2026 07:23:42 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51063 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/jack-benny-from-mather-field-california-ep446-420510/feed/ 0 full 29:32 153871887 51063 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-falls-in-love-with-zenora-350404/ https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-falls-in-love-with-zenora-350404/#respond Fri, 08 May 2026 10:02:16 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4694 https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-lum-falls-in-love-with-zenora-350404/feed/ 0 full 13:49 4694 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy 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 full 33220 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy 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 full 13:25 4688 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy 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 full 9739 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy 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 full 13:24 4672 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy 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 full 29:48 153826439 51015 keith@retro-otr.com (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…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/05/lum-and-abner-circus-moves-to-belleville-350401/ Fri, 01 May 2026 10:01:24 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4544 full 13:51 4544 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: This week thousands of people will be buying malted milk products. Insist on only the finest. Accept no less than Horlicks, in either natural, or chocolate flavor. Now, what’s…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: This week thousands of people will be buying malted milk products. Insist on only the finest. Accept no less than Horlicks, in either natural, or chocolate flavor. Now, what’s…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/the-great-gildersleeve-the-great-tchaikovsky-love-story-ep249-470430/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:22:43 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50928 full 29:03 153785963 50928 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noafter Leroy’s piano lesson, judge Hooker is on hand to offer to walk Miss Piper home. When Gildersleeve sends him away, Miss Piper notices that each time he walks her…Keith Heltsleyafter Leroy’s piano lesson, judge Hooker is on hand to offer to walk Miss Piper home. When Gildersleeve sends him away, Miss Piper notices that each time he walks her…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-storm-blows-circus-tent-down-350329/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:03:34 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4476 full 14:07 4476 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: What do we all have in common? the desire to save money and be economical. Horlicks lets you save as it nourishes and protects. In Pine Ridge Grandpap is…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/burns-and-allen-georges-cat-collection-490217/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:21:18 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=51000 full 29:43 153823790 51000 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noGeorge and Gracie discuss James Mason, and his reputation of being brutal towards women. She warns George to be on his best behavior when James and his wife come for…Keith HeltsleyGeorge and Gracie discuss James Mason, and his reputation of being brutal towards women. She warns George to be on his best behavior when James and his wife come for…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-eye-glasses-trouble-350328/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:04:47 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4467 full 13:37 4467 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: The original malted milk is a carefully processed food to nourish and sustain. Protect yourself by using the original. Refuse imitations. In Pine Ridge, the circus has been moved…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/jack-benny-jack-ace-hawkins-revenge-end-clipped-ep444-420326/ Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:24:43 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50926 full 29:45 153785958 50926 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)nofrom the new NBC building in San Francisco, Don introduces Jack in the new studio amid sound check interruptions. They talk about the elegance of the staff in uniform. They…Keith Heltsleyfrom the new NBC building in San Francisco, Don introduces Jack in the new studio amid sound check interruptions. They talk about the elegance of the staff in uniform. They…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-gets-glasses-350327/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:02:44 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4461 full 14:09 4461 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Dentists recommend Horlicks for children because of the added calcium to their diet. Kids love the taste, and it’s good for them. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and Abner…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Dentists recommend Horlicks for children because of the added calcium to their diet. Kids love the taste, and it’s good for them. Down in Pine Ridge, Lum and Abner…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/the-great-gildersleeve-leilas-party-for-joanne-ep248-470423/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:21:48 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50924 full 29:07 153785956 50924 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noafter an encounter with a bully named Snyder, Judge Hooker stops to tend to Leroy. Taking the boy home, the judge is a calming presence as Marjorie in Gildersleeve panic.…Keith Heltsleyafter an encounter with a bully named Snyder, Judge Hooker stops to tend to Leroy. Taking the boy home, the judge is a calming presence as Marjorie in Gildersleeve panic.…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-abner-buys-a-cheap-pair-of-glasses-350326/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:02:03 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4436 full 14:06 4436 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Planning an evening party? Serve a cup of hot Horlicks malted milk. It makes a welcome change for your guests. When we left Lum and Abner yesterday, they were…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Planning an evening party? Serve a cup of hot Horlicks malted milk. It makes a welcome change for your guests. When we left Lum and Abner yesterday, they were…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/our-miss-brooks-bye-bye-boynton-550710/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:41:22 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=9582 full 9582 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noSome people are naturally shy, and retiring, but according to Connie Brooks, Mr. Boynton overdoes it. Connie has decided to break it off with the slow-moving boyfriend and stop thinking…Keith HeltsleySome people are naturally shy, and retiring, but according to Connie Brooks, Mr. Boynton overdoes it. Connie has decided to break it off with the slow-moving boyfriend and stop thinking…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-and-abner-lose-money-in-circus-350325/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:05:38 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4414 full 14:21 4414 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Having trouble sleeping? Try Horlicks, just make a hot cup of malted milk before bed time. You won’t regret it. In the Jot -em Down store, Grandpap talks to…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Having trouble sleeping? Try Horlicks, just make a hot cup of malted milk before bed time. You won’t regret it. In the Jot -em Down store, Grandpap talks to…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/jack-benny-don-writes-a-jello-play-ep443-420419/ Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:21:22 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50922 full 27:19 153785951 50922 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noDon Wilson rolls back the clock and we joined Jack and again grabbing a sandwich at the local lunch counter. Jack and Mary joke about menu selections, and service by…Keith HeltsleyDon Wilson rolls back the clock and we joined Jack and again grabbing a sandwich at the local lunch counter. Jack and Mary joke about menu selections, and service by…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-grand-opening-of-circus-tomorrow-350322/ Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:06:04 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4353 full 13:59 4353 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: It pays to stay alert on the job. Just use a couple Horlick’s malted milk tablets for lunch. In Pine Ridge there was some excitement yesterday as Abner demonstrated…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: It pays to stay alert on the job. Just use a couple Horlick’s malted milk tablets for lunch. In Pine Ridge there was some excitement yesterday as Abner demonstrated…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/the-great-gildersleeve-the-whole-town-is-talking-afrs-113-ep247-470416/ Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:20:17 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50920 full 30:48 153785946 50920 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noit’s Saturday morning, and Leroy heads outdoors. At least until Gildersleeve stops him to clean his room, and practice his piano first. As Ben a rise for a visit, Gildy…Keith Heltsleyit’s Saturday morning, and Leroy heads outdoors. At least until Gildersleeve stops him to clean his room, and practice his piano first. As Ben a rise for a visit, Gildy…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-thinks-all-circus-jobs-are-dangerous-350321/ Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:05:41 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4334 full 15:44 4334 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlick: Changeable weather is a leading cause of colds. Fight colds and illness with Horlicks malted milk. Squire is still busy trying to get the circus ready for its big…Keith HeltsleyHorlick: Changeable weather is a leading cause of colds. Fight colds and illness with Horlicks malted milk. Squire is still busy trying to get the circus ready for its big…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/our-miss-brooks-telegram-for-mrs-davis-490710/ Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:20:22 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=9580 full 9580 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noAs Miss Brooks and Mrs. Davis contemplate the boring weekend, the doorbell brings news. Mrs. Davis is certain it’s bad news. Mrs. Davis is superstitious about opening telegrams, and won’t…Keith HeltsleyAs Miss Brooks and Mrs. Davis contemplate the boring weekend, the doorbell brings news. Mrs. Davis is certain it’s bad news. Mrs. Davis is superstitious about opening telegrams, and won’t…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-gives-up-trapeze-act-350320/ Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:03:56 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4328 full 14:00 4328 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter to sing the praises of how Horlicks helped a man get a better night’s sleep. Let’s get ready to see what’s happening down in…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Bricker reads a letter to sing the praises of how Horlicks helped a man get a better night’s sleep. Let’s get ready to see what’s happening down in…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/jack-benny-try-get-it-ep442-420412/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:23:32 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50916 full 29:26 153785934 50916 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)nofrom camp Hahn California, Don implies that Jack rode a bicycle all the way. Jack goes with the gag, and his tandem bicycle partner Myrtle. Mary arrives to talk about…Keith Heltsleyfrom camp Hahn California, Don implies that Jack rode a bicycle all the way. Jack goes with the gag, and his tandem bicycle partner Myrtle. Mary arrives to talk about…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-circus-will-open-saturday-350319/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:01:07 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4300 full 14:00 4300 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: There’s nothing like Horlicks for weight control. Hey, I wonder. If they could have an arm-wrestling match, who would win: Horlicks, or Slim Fast? In Pine Ridge, Squire has…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: There’s nothing like Horlicks for weight control. Hey, I wonder. If they could have an arm-wrestling match, who would win: Horlicks, or Slim Fast? In Pine Ridge, Squire has…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/the-great-gildersleeve-bird-watchers-ep246-470409/ Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:23:19 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50904 full 29:50 153785890 50904 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noonce again, it’s the day for Leroy’s piano lesson in Gildersleeve is home early to talk to Miss Piper. Gildy manages to get rid of Leroy so he can have…Keith Heltsleyonce again, it’s the day for Leroy’s piano lesson in Gildersleeve is home early to talk to Miss Piper. Gildy manages to get rid of Leroy so he can have…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-squire-assembles-freak-side-show-350318/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:04:35 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4264 full 14:37 4264 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Carlton Bricker shares a testimonial moment during a drugstore visit. The circus is about to have its grand opening. Lum and Abner are glad about the improvements that Squire…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Carlton Bricker shares a testimonial moment during a drugstore visit. The circus is about to have its grand opening. Lum and Abner are glad about the improvements that Squire…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/burns-and-allen-with-howard-duff-490210/ Tue, 07 Apr 2026 14:20:30 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50866 full 28:30 152982519 50866 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noGracie is responsible for getting George, and Sam Spade where they are today. In jail. In the jailhouse George explains to the jailer how Gracie landed him and Howard Duff…Keith HeltsleyGracie is responsible for getting George, and Sam Spade where they are today. In jail. In the jailhouse George explains to the jailer how Gracie landed him and Howard Duff…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-lum-and-abner-hire-squire-skimp-350315/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:01:37 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4215 full 14:02 4215 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks with milk. Horlicks with sandwiches. Easy to prepare, just mix and serve. It doesn’t even need any added flavoring. What’s happening in Pine Ridge? Let’s go find out. The…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks with milk. Horlicks with sandwiches. Easy to prepare, just mix and serve. It doesn’t even need any added flavoring. What’s happening in Pine Ridge? Let’s go find out. The…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/jack-benny-dons-commercial-ep441-420405/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:26:01 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50877 full 29:56 153773821 50877 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noDon teases Jack about the recent accident he had during the Easter parade. Despite wardrobe malfunctions, Jack still gets compliments. Phil Harris enters. Does his fashion said match up to…Keith HeltsleyDon teases Jack about the recent accident he had during the Easter parade. Despite wardrobe malfunctions, Jack still gets compliments. Phil Harris enters. Does his fashion said match up to…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-using-feed-to-pay-admission-to-circus-350314/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 10:09:08 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4203 full 14:13 4203 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: Do your youngsters a good turn by letting them drink Horlicks for nourishment, strong bones, and teeth. And Kids like the delicious flavor. Carlton Bricker announces that the flashlight…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: Do your youngsters a good turn by letting them drink Horlicks for nourishment, strong bones, and teeth. And Kids like the delicious flavor. Carlton Bricker announces that the flashlight…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/the-great-gildersleeve-evening-with-miss-piper-ep245-470402/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:22:57 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50870 full 29:50 153769600 50870 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)nowe join Floyd in his barbershop, as he relates his perspective on people in town. We roll back the clock to witness Gildersleeve talking with the local pastor. Can he…Keith Heltsleywe join Floyd in his barbershop, as he relates his perspective on people in town. We roll back the clock to witness Gildersleeve talking with the local pastor. Can he…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/04/lum-and-abner-back-in-partnership-350313/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:02:10 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4200 full 14:09 4200 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlick’s: Take part in the upcoming First Aid Awareness Weekend, and remember to buy the highest quality products from your druggist, namely Horlicks. Hey, do they still have First Aid…Keith HeltsleyHorlick’s: Take part in the upcoming First Aid Awareness Weekend, and remember to buy the highest quality products from your druggist, namely Horlicks. Hey, do they still have First Aid…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/our-miss-brooks-the-frog-490220-2/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 14:23:17 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50859 full 29:27 150881908 50859 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noConnie Brooks complains about her day at school. It seems that Mr. Boynton is more interested in his frog, science projects in the basketball team ahead of her. She speaks…Keith HeltsleyConnie Brooks complains about her day at school. It seems that Mr. Boynton is more interested in his frog, science projects in the basketball team ahead of her. She speaks…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/lum-and-abner-abner-forecloses-on-circus-350312/ Mon, 30 Mar 2026 10:01:45 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=4175 full 14:14 4175 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noHorlicks: The original malted milk. Take it as part of the Horlick weight control plan. Satisfying, but without the extra calories. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners who requested flashlights to patiently…Keith HeltsleyHorlicks: The original malted milk. Take it as part of the Horlick weight control plan. Satisfying, but without the extra calories. Carlton Bricker reminds listeners who requested flashlights to patiently…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/jack-benny-doc-bennys-minstrel-show-ep440-420329/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:22:23 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50775 full 29:27 152422802 50775 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)nothe show opens with Jack and Rochester still looking for his golf ball from last week. Mary arrives to rush them off to the studio after a week of their…Keith Heltsleythe show opens with Jack and Rochester still looking for his golf ball from last week. Mary arrives to rush them off to the studio after a week of their…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy https://retro-otr.com/2026/03/abbott-and-costello-costello-pays-income-tax-480310-2/ Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:21:26 +0000 https://retro-otr.com/?p=50803 full 18:20 152415567 50803 keith@retro-otr.com (Keith Heltsley)noaudio quality could be better. Abbott remarks on a few family photo that Costello brought. He warns Lou that income tax time is right around the corner. They discuss the…Keith Heltsleyaudio quality could be better. Abbott remarks on a few family photo that Costello brought. He warns Lou that income tax time is right around the corner. They discuss the…family,friendly,Jack,Benny,George,Burns,comedy,clean,comedy,classic,comedy