Retro Radio Podcast

Lum's new law career hits an immediate snag when he realizes the lawsuit he's handling involves his own escaped horse. As the Squire plots revenge and Lum tries to talk client Mrs. Phillips out of pressing charges, Abner's attempt to smooth things over only adds to the confusion—leading Lawyer Lum to decide it's officially time to retire from the legal business.

Poisoned on a train with a fatal dose of atropine, a wealthy socialite leaves behind a trail of bitter enemies. The police and a mystery writer partner up to set a dramatic trap for the killer.

Following his victory in court, Lum gloats about his legal skills and decides to open a law firm. While Abner and Grandpap worry about balancing another business alongside the store and movie theater, Lum takes cases over the party line—until Cedric brings news that could derail his new career.

On a cold winter morning in Dodge City, Matt Dillon and Chester discover that the notorious Pueblo gang has arrived in town. When the regular stagecoach fails to show up on schedule, Matt and Chester ride out to investigate, uncovering an ambush and taking on a deeply personal mission to rescue a taken passenger and bring the outlaws to justice.

Buck Benny returns to ride the trail and round up cattle rustlers, but Jack must first deal with a late Phil Harris, a lady-killing charm competition, and constant phone interruptions during the broadcast.

Step back to 1933 for a live musical broadcast from the Coconut Grove featuring Phil Harris and a seventeen-year-old Leah Ray performing classics like "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?" and "Twelfth Street Rag."

When a noisy hotel guest's companion is murdered, Slate Shannon is framed for the crime. To clear his name and save Sailor, Slate dives into the Cuban underworld to track down an escaped felon and a deadly secret.

On a quiet Sunday, Gildy's failed family board game night leaves him wide awake, thinking about Eve Goodwin. A visit to Peavey's drugstore and a box of chocolates lead to a romantic musical reunion—but can Gildersleeve handle Eve's cultured personality?

With Lum nowhere to be found, Abner, Dick, and Grandpap face an intimidating jury as Squire Skimp takes the stand to present his side of the story. Just when things look worst for the Pine Ridge storekeepers, Lum rushes into court with explosive new evidence from the insurance agent.

Fred Allen joins Colonel Stoopnagel and Bud for a Gangbusters spoof in this final episode of the summer replacement series, featuring star-gazing banter, musical performances, and reluctant political campaigns.

When a robbery suspect insists on confessing, Joe Friday and Frank Smith notice holes in his story—forcing the detectives to prove their suspect innocent to uncover the real mastermind.

With the court date looming, Lum attempts to practice his legal vocabulary while Dick catches up on Abner's contract blunders. Facing disastrous odds after accidentally spilling their defense to Squire's lawyer, Lum makes a desperate phone call to settle out of court.

When Andy gets interested in a local dating service, Kingfish steps in to investigate—only to get caught by Sapphire. Can a timely visit from Reverend Johnson save their marriage, or will Andy's scheme tear them apart?

Tex Ritter stars as Billy the Kid alongside Monte Montana and Cottonseed Clark, featuring music from Coleen Summers and the Riders of the Purple Sage.

Lum reviews the disastrous contract Abner signed before laying out their entire defense to a visiting lawyer. There's just one major catch: the attorney isn't theirs—he's representing Squire Skimp!

Jack Benny and the gang kick off the first-ever "Buck Benny" western sketch, celebrate Kenny Baker's first anniversary on the show, and fill time with a few leftover school-days jokes.

Host Ernie Whitman leads a action-packed episode featuring Harlan Leonard, the Delta Rhythm Boys, boogie-woogie legends Albert Ammons and Pete Johnson, Big Joe Turner, and Savannah Churchill.

When a restaurant robbery is complicated by language barriers and vague clues, LAPD detectives launch a months-long, multi-city dragnet to bring the elusive crooks to justice.

When Eli's feed store struggles to compete with modern grocery stores, a town slogan contest turns chaotic as every contestant expects to win. Can a random drawing and a few classic songs save the store's reputation?

When a botany student's orchid project leads to campus rumors, jealousy, and a body in the greenhouse, private investigator George Valentine must untangle a web of secrets to catch a killer.

After getting arrested for breaking into Squire Skimp's house, Abner is eager to put the legal trouble behind him. But when Squire offers a contract to drop all charges, Abner signs without reading the fine print—handing Squire exactly what he wanted all along.

When a fraught marriage leads to a deadly murder plot disguised as an accident, a husband and wife engage in a high-stakes battle of wits where every scheme backfires.

Squire Skimp threatens to take over the movie theater unless Lum and Abner hand over a partnership. When an incriminating letter surfaces, Abner and Grandpap hatch a desperate plan to break into Squire's house and steal it back.

When a leaping dog leads Mr. Keen into a search for its missing owner, the investigation takes a dangerous turn involving shady figures, race tracks, and a carnival.

When an elderly woman brings a package of counterfeit bills to Nero Wolfe, a sudden murder forces Archie and Nero into a dangerous web of Treasury agents, stubborn suspects, and hidden motives.

Commander Correy and Cadet Happy face double danger on Mercury, racing to rescue a lost scientist frozen on the planet's dark side while stopping a sinister plot by mining saboteurs in the sunlit city of Solaria.

Squire Skimp threatens Lum and Abner with a lawsuit after a theater accident, holding an incriminating letter over their heads to demand a partnership in their business.

When an old soldier friend suffers a breakdown and flees into the desert with Pancho as his hostage, Cisco must track him down and resolve the crisis without firing a shot.

A short episode, just the middle segment. Missing opening ads and intros. Starts with Kenny Baker's song, With Beautiful Nearby. The cast members talk about the play. With the need…

Captain Midnight safely transports Señor Perada despite enemy sabotage and mid-air attacks, but landing reveals a new danger: his ground crew has vanished, and a trap awaits.

A proud sea captain driven by revenge braves a fierce North Sea storm to rescue a vessel in distress. Ride along on a high-seas adventure filled with peril, fragile pride, and unexpected bonds forged in the face of disaster.

After a tense call with Squire Skimp, Lum and Abner receive a registered letter from his lawyer officially notifying them of a lawsuit over his movie theater injury.

Jack Benny and the gang tackle talent agents, plate-juggling comedians, and a dramatic spoof of Rose of the Rio Grande. Features running gags, vocal appearances by Mary Kelly and Joe Kern, and bonus music tracks from Leah Ray, Ozzie Nelson, and Paul Whiteman.

Chasing down clues, Marlowe gets slipped a mickey. Is it related to the crime he's working on? It doesn't matter because now, Marlowe is out for vengeance. The bar tender…

After claims of a movie theater injury lead to dramatic complaints, Lum and Abner learn that Squire Skimp has gone to see a lawyer—raising suspicions about his true motives.

A human boy confronts his father's prejudices as he joins spider-like Martians on their final trek from forced reservations toward freedom and their ancestral home.

Following a suspicious accident at their movie theater, Lum and Abner navigate comedic misunderstandings and medical updates as they attempt to draft a careful letter of apology to Squire Skimp.

Gene Autry helps an elderly woman fulfill her late husband's dream of building a ranch to help troubled boys turn their lives around.

Up to this point, Phil Harris had played his role as bandleader fairly conservatively. In this episode, however, his developing stage persona shines through as he enthusiastically joins the minstrel…

Along with host Ernie Whitman, special guests join the show today: Stella: Erskine Hawkins and his orchestra open with “Stella.” Jack's Entrance: Jack Benny takes the stage to chat with…

After a shooting on the trail, Sergeant Preston and King hunt down the hardened killer behind a young accomplice's scheme to ensure full justice is served.

Doc Adams and his wife, Lou, discuss a local juvenile delinquent whose relentless curiosity gets him into trouble. In a town this small, there simply aren't enough constructive outlets to…

Is Effie in trouble with Sam for taking advantage of office supplies? He has a surprise for her, and he'll let her have it when he comes in to dictate his report. We learn about the well to do family with a prodigal daughter. The rift stems from an accident that left Mr Skelley without the power of vocal chords. His assistant explains the concern that the girl will find herself in trouble, and miss out on her inheritance if she doesn't stop dating an ex-convict.

Performing live for the troops at Camp Roberts, Dr. Watson recounts a grim tale of murder in wax. In a flashback, we join Sherlock Holmes as he gathers details from…

Edmund O'Brien stars as Johnny Dollar, the freelance insurance investigator with the action-packed expense account. Today, he's heading to Brazil to investigate a high-stakes case involving the local railroad. Railroad…

Down in Pine Ridge, Squire Skimp faces trial in Lum's court for fire ordinance violations. As Squire threatens revenge and tries to wiggle out of trouble, will Justice of the Peace Lum hold his ground?

Flywheel and Rivelli travel to Uncle Abner's farm, where inheritance schemes, song numbers, and wild agricultural plans lead to an unexpected showdown with a shotgun.