Retro Radio Podcast

Hans is a scientist who hopes for some backing to support his continued research. He may even wed the niece of his benefactor, but does Kurt also have eyes for her? As part of a secret society, Hans gets the short straw to perform his duty… to kill someone. Choices are taken from him as the political group threatens Hans if he quits, evades the task, or doesn’t finish it in time. Is his benefactor, Gallay really a Nazi?

Police inspectors find evidence that Hans is their man, and the niece is heartbroken. Kurt warns Hans to flee the country, and goes to offer comfort, and drop hints that Hans might not be the absent minded scientist he led everyone to believe he was.

Time passes, Nazi’s roll through, and later, Hans returns. The intrigue of spies, Nazi’s, and political upheaval makes things convoluted for Hans, but secrets begin unfolding. Hans is falsely accused of being a Nazi, but the Whistler knows the truth, and the twist to who really killed Gallay.

Note: Uncredited, but sounds like Lurene Tuttle is the neice, and Frank Nelson is Kurt.

Transcript: Episode 22

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Cast:

Judy: Barbara Jean Wong

Jimmy: Unknown

Cinnamon Bear (Paddy O’Cinnamon): Buddy Duncan,

Crazy Quilt Dragon: Joseph Kearnes.

Jack Frost – Unknown

Lou Merrill as Santa Claus

The mystery of who and why they visit the wintery land in the north is revealed. Jim and Judy visit with Santa claus, who agrees to look over the Silver Star and try to repair it before Christmas. Not only that, but Santa promises to overhaul the tattered Crazy Quilt Dragon. The twins and Cinnamon Bear even get to ride in Santa’s sleigh, as they tour his toy shops. As well as the day has gone, it ends on a down beat. Can you believe it? the Silver Star is missing again.

Note: Here’s a nice overview and history of The Cinnamon Bear.

Poking around the gifts hidden in the closet, Fibber snoops to see what goodies he may be getting this year. A near miss with both the hall closet, and Molly is narrowly averted. Alice Darling shows off her new hairdo. She tells about her complicated dating life, and war bonds seem to be the trendy gift for the season. Doc Gamble enters to see Fibber’s early gift that Molly gave him. What kind of early Christmas has been coming doc’s way? Was it doc who sent the big, white wrapped present? As Fibber weasels another early gift out of Molly, Billy Mills plays, Jingle Bells.

Molly has had to clean the closet out on her own, but that white present, with the blue bow still has Fibber’s curiosity up. Harlow Wilcox arrives to spin the commercial. Maybe Beulah knows about that mystery package? Nope, but she tells about her own gift giving for relatives, especially the one who got drafted.

As Fibber is reminded of who that gift is for, and where it came from, Teeny enters with her friends to sing their annual special. Backed up by the Kingsmen, they sing their version of, The Night Before Christmas.

Fibber and Molly offer a special. Word of hope for those serving overseas.

Jim is tired of being cooped up in the apartment, but concerned over the budget, Sally wants to know why. Sally gets to know the neighbors better, while Jim is out. What is the surprise he went to get?

He has tickets for a show, and a night on the town. First, they need to secure time in the shared bathroom with the other apartment tenants. It’s Jim’s turn to meet the neighbors wen Nicky needs to wait for a phone call. With the phone in their apartment, Jim is hesitant to change clothes while she’s there. Will that bathroom ever become available? Too late to make their dinner, Jim and Sally host a party at their place.

Turkey chowder is made from leftover turkey from the holiday feast. Mary Lee gives tips to round out the meal witsandwiches and other fixings. Soup includes onions, turkey bones, and water. Get your pencils ready for the full list of ingredients, and cooking instructions. Remove bones, and add in rice and diced leftover turkey, and of course some Pet milk. Get all the cooking tips for cooking rice, and other tips on food economy.

Recipe for Happiness: You are today, where your thoughts have brought you. You You will be tomorrow, where your thoughts will take you.

Transcript: Episode 21

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Cast:

Judy: Barbara Jean Wong

Jimmy: Unknown

Cinnamon Bear (Paddy O’Cinnamon): Buddy Duncan,

Crazy Quilt Dragon: Joseph Kearnes.

Nicky Freudl is unknown.

Bill Thompson – Snowman

Jim and Cinnamon Bear read the special note for them that was pinned to the flying hat. They are told to fly to a land of ice and snow. The gang enjoy the sights below as they fly over the magical landscape. On the way, they try to imagine what awaits them, and why do they need to go to this frozen land? When they arrive at a palace, a friendly snowman helps them out. A big surprise awaits them.

Note: And Here’s The Cinnamon Bear‚Ķ

The rift between grandpap an Lum is settled… more or less. Today we find Lum composing a letter to request a book. Is it a story that stole from Little Red Riding Hood? Abner’s imagination runs wild, and wonders if a wolf is involved. Can he hire little Red to work in the store? Lum hasn’t been much help lately. Abner proceeds to tell the story in his own words, but Lum tries to tell him his letter has nothing to do with that.

He’s interested in a book about joining the navy, especially a new branch that’s being formed up. It’s a new outfit called the Waves. Does he meet the age restrictions? He’s older than 45, the maximum for being an officer.

The many jobs include

* Control Tower Operator. Can Lum direct big bombers?

* Radio Operator, which also includes decyphering codes, but Lum figures it’s mostly about operating radios. He may even take his own radio to be sure he can run it

* Heliographer Mate. It has something to do with the weather. Between the almanac, and his corns, Lum ought to do well.

As the gents get excited about the pay and uniforms, a phone call reveals that the Waves is the new branch just for girls to join.

Bob “Camp Hahn” Hope tries out a couple different openings for this rehearsal preview. He tells about his big reception to the base. Located in the desert, jokes about the heat are added to those on KP, military life, artillery, and more. Bob jokes about the draft, doctors, physical exams, Skinny Ennis, and even Valentinees day gets in the mix.

Francis Langford sings, Bluebirds Over the White Cliffs of Dover. Bob recaps his reception to the base, and Francis shares secrets about what the officers really think of him.

. What does she think of Bob’s physique? Betty Hutton joins the fun to talk about being on base. The girls talk about their dates at the dance. Bob claims to have been in the military, and the girls try to guess his rank. The topic of Valentines returns.

Bob puts on a sketch where he’s a young soldier who calls on Betty. He brings gifts of broccoli and is looking good in his new haircut. Priorities, and shortages make the jokes. Dating, food, necking, are topics. Contrast that scene with one of an old soldier, calling on his long time gal, Francis. The creaky old couple sit in their rocking chairs, and talk about old times. Will the oldsters get a little frisky? Betty Hutton sings, Big Foot Pete.

Turning to another page in the life of Bob Hope, jokes about family, joining the Army, military discipline, and life in the field. Machine guns, craps games, maneuvers, inspections, and more get the sketch kicked off. Skinny Ennis joins the jokes about military life. Jerry Colonna is one of the toughest officers in the Army, and throws his weight around with Bob and Skinny. The men get ready to march as they train. Will the guys get lost in the woods? Will the guys ever get back?

PS: Bob was never in the military.

A last moment clothing drive is organized, and Connie Brooks tells her landlady, Mrs Davis about the plan. Connie does the favor of holding shopping money for Mrs Davis, promising to pick up some last minute gifts for her. At school, she manages to get volunteered to do shopping for everyone she meets, and holds their money.

Clothes are gathered, as Connie chats with Mr Boynton. For safe keeping, Connie places the envelope of cash into the pocket of Mr Conklins donated suit while she takes care of stitching up some holes in Boynton pockets in the Home Economics lab.

Finding the clothes, and cash gone, Connie sets about to track them down, and talks with Mr Conklin. Holding to a charitable ethic, Conklin refuses to recall the delivery of clothes, and won’t hear any excuse… until his wife tells him she left valuable pearls in the pocket of his donated jacket.

Racing to the distribution point, its too late. Connie, Boynton, and Conklin spot the suit. Can they convince the man wearing it to exchange it back to them? Will Connie get her money? Will Conklin get back his jewelry? Only after some desperate measures.

The busiest little man in Hollywood, Jack Benny, is a wreck. He has been doing Christmas shopping, and hanging out at parties, and tells Don about his new picture. Will he be taking the place of Gary Cooper anytime soon? Mary thinks not. Jack tells secrets on Phil hamming it up on the set. Phil claims Jack owes him money after a football bet. Does he? Phil plays, Make With the Kisses.

The argument over gambling, and being a poor sport continues. Don has written another of his one act plays to pitch the sponsor. Set in the North Pole, Santa Jack and Mary respond to letters from good little boys, Phil and Rochester. As Jack and Mary get ready to leave, Dennis arrives to sing, Tomorrow Night.

In the crowded department store, Jack and Mary stay close. What kind of items are on Jack’s shopping list? Mary leaves Jack to deal with a saleslady about a clock. Just how tough are those watches? Mary does her own arguing with the lady in the stockings department. The gruff perfume salesman seems out of place for his product. Rochester is spied on as he buys his boss a gift.

Note: The floor walker is one of Jack’s writers, a part that would later be played by Frank Nelson. The perfume salesman is the person who played Dynamite Dugan in the football mystery from two weeks ago. He would often come back to reprise the role.

What can Phil get for a person who has it all? Alice already has a vacuum and an ironing board. Will Phil pick up on her subtle hints that she’d really like a new car? She would even like some little trinket, as long as it was expensive. Remley’s gift for Phil is more on the practical side. Alice sings, It’s a Lovely Day.

Where did Frankie get those practical gifts? If Phil claims the money is for a good cause, like an operation for Frankie, will she loan Phil money for Christmas shopping? I don’t think she fell for it, and may have her own scheme brewing. Phil sings his top hit of the year, the Thing.

The shopping spree leads Phil into a gift that Alice wants. The upscale boutique is too much, and Phil leaves. Will he find a better deal with Grogan? How does his shoplifting business help humanity? The helpful Grogan leaves Phil holding the bag and stolen silver. Can he put it back unnoticed? Not when Julius enters.

After the show, Phil receives an award from disk jockeys.