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Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio

Ronald Ecklebarger
Maxwell House
Duffy's Tavern
Father Knows Best
Jack Benny
Jello
Comedy
Jack Benny Show
Jell-O
Family Dynamics
Springfield
Mary Livingston
Phil Harris
Hollywood
Thanksgiving
Fred Allen
Christmas
Anthony Adverse
World War II
Romeo and Juliet
Old Time Radio

A podcast featuring old time radio comedy shows in original broadcast order with commentary.Become a supporter of this podcast: www.spreaker.com/podcast/classic-comedy-of-old-time-radio--5818299/support.

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Latest Episodes

Jello again. Jack Benny and the gang tell the story of how Jack picked the wrong horse at Santa Anita race track.

Episode 283 of The Jack Benny Show. The program originally aired on on February 6, 1938.

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When Kathy finds a meteor in her back yard, she doesn’t waste any time spreading the news. Too bad she doesn’t have the whole story.

Originally aired on November 29, 1951. This is episode 99 of Father Knows Best.

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Archie thinks he can win back the heart of his lost love if he can convince her that he is an opera singer.

Originally aired on May 25, 1945. This is episode 172 of Duffy's Tavern.

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Jello again. Jack Benny and the gang present their version of producer Samuel Goldwyn’s blockbuster movie, The Hurricane.

Episode 282 of The Jack Benny Show. The program originally aired on on January 30, 1938.

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Recent Guests

Tom Lewis
Insurance salesman introduced as a visitor to Springfield, probing the family for a pitch
Self-introduced role in the episode
Episode: Father Knows Best - "The Music Business"
Gloria DeHaven
Vocalist featured as part of the surprise package, introduced during intermission
Surprise package – Armed Forces Radio/Radio program
Episode: August 2026 Rerun #11 The Aldrich Family "Dinner Jacket Mix Up"
Frank Sinatra
Vocalist featured as part of the surprise package, introduced during intermission
Surprise package – Armed Forces Radio/Radio program
Episode: August 2026 Rerun #11 The Aldrich Family "Dinner Jacket Mix Up"
Cary Grant
A-list film star guest performing the Mr. and Mrs. Blandings roles
FilmStudio / Actor
Episode: August 2026 Rerun #7 Mr. Blandings "New State Highway"
Humphrey Bogart
Guest star, famous actor
Warner Bros. (actor in key films)
Episode: August 2026 Rerun #2 The Pepsodent Show, starring Bob Hope with Guest, Humphrey Bogart
Wendy Kim
Opera singer hired for audition at Duffy's Tavern
Unclear, performer at the tavern
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "Archie’s Raise"
John Garfield
Famed film actor making a guest appearance
Warner Bros.
Episode: Duffy's Tavern - "John Garfield Stars in Fish and Fantasy"
Ling Fu Leslie
Restaurant owner character in Chinatown
Ling Fu Chop Suey Like Mother Used To Make
Episode: The Jack Benny Show - "In San Francisco"
Mr. Workman
Head of the Springfield branch of the State Historical Society
State Historical Society
Episode: Father Knows Best - "Gossip"

Host

Ron Eckelbarger
Host of Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio with a focus on archival humor and show notes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Thank you!

    I love this podcast! Thank you for posting all of these amazing old shows! You help me get through the day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trans Human
    United States20 days ago
  • Difficult to listen to

    Ads are inserted mid-sentence and are very loud, multiple times each show. Ruins the listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FrankTampa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great, clean entertainment

    I’m in my 40’s but I love classic TV/movies, & music. I came across this podcast while searching for content about Esther Williams, and listened to the Bob Hope episode featuring her. I was hooked! I walk every morning or evening and always listen to BH. It’s wonderful to find more content that won’t pollute my mind with vulgar & inappropriate language/images. Thank you so much, Ron, for all of your hard work to keep these shows available to us. I also enjoy the little biographical snippets abou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TCMShannon
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this

    I love these comedy shows. Especially Life of Riley, My Favorite Husband and The Aldrich family. It helps bring my mind to a place where the world was still sane. Im in my early 40s and these shows truly help get my thoughts out of the doldrums of our world today. Thank you so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jedixie
    United States2 years ago
  • Found this pod looking for Bob Hope content. So glad I found this. Im 31 and used to watch the Road To series with my grandfather. So I absolutely love these shows!! Keep it going brother!

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    Skribbal
    3 years ago

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Many fans praise the curated access to hard-to-find MFH and other classic shows.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Duffy's Tavern - "Guest: Robert Benchley"
Q: Mr. Benchley, for a man as old as you are, how do you manage to keep so young?
Well, it's very simple. I lie about my age.
Father Knows Best - "Family Car Stolen"
Q: What happened to my shaving cream?
Bud mentioned he had a time getting the shaving cream due to the store not being open and issues finding the right size.
Father Knows Best - "Income Tax"
Q: How long are you going to be in Springfield, Charlie?
Just a few days, Jim.
The Life of Riley: "Riley Wins a Hudson Guessing the Number of Beans in a Jar"
Q: Does it not help to read the rules of the contest?
Yes, it helps, but it's a standard rule that relatives of employees are not eligible for contests.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio

What is Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A curated collection of classic radio comedies presented in original broadcast order, often with host commentary and brief biographical context around guests. Episodes span decades of American humor, featuring beloved ensembles, stage and screen stars, and theatrical parodies, interwoven with sponsor spots and era-specific ads. A standout value is the mix of nostalgic entertainment with occasional meta-notes on production and reruns, making it a solid archive for fans of mid-20th-century humor and historical radio formatting.

Notable strengths include careful episode restoration, a focus on pure comedy (often avoiding heavier drama), and guest lineups that bring familiar film and theater personalities into lighthearted radio sketches. Pote... more

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1. Tom Lewis
2. Gloria DeHaven
3. Frank Sinatra
4. Cary Grant
5. Humphrey Bogart
6. Wendy Kim
7. John Garfield
8. Ling Fu Leslie

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