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The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Preparing for Elsa Maxwells Party,” originally broadcast May 30, 1946. This archival NBC comedy episode, episode 125, features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello with society hostess Elsa Maxwell.Invited to Maxwell’s party, Bud attempts to coach Lou in dancing and proper party manners—with predictably comic results. The broadcast also features announcer Bert Parks, vocalist Amy Arnell, and music by Allen Roth and his orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:48 Original Broadcast30:23 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Buys an Apartment House,” originally broadcast on ABC on January 14, 1948. This unsponsored archival comedy features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Susan Miller, announcer Michael Roy, and Matty Malneck and his orchestra.When Lou considers a new living arrangement, Bud encourages him to try life as a landlord. But purchasing an apartment house brings Lou face-to-face with a full building of tenants—and the challenges of managing them. Musical interludes include Susan Miller and Matty Malneck’s orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:46 Original Broadcast30:11 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Night in Haunted House,” originally broadcast on NBC on May 8, 1947. Listed as episode 161 in Jerry Haendiges Vintage Radio Logs, this Mother’s Day-themed program stars Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Marilyn Maxwell and Skinnay Ennis.Needing money for a Mother’s Day present, Lou agrees to spend the night in a supposedly haunted house. What begins with a search for ghostly lore soon leads Bud and Lou into a spooky comic adventure involving the formidable Mrs. Wetwash, mysterious residents, and unexpected clues. Ennis performs “Mam’selle,” while Maxwell sings “Beware My Heart.”The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:51 Original Broadcast27:25 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Builds Ahouse,” originally broadcast April 24, 1947. In this NBC Camel program, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello tackle the postwar dream of owning a suburban home.Bud encourages Lou to trade his ramshackle living arrangements for a house of his own, but financing, building lots, contractors, and construction costs quickly provide fertile ground for confusion. Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell supply musical interludes, including “Ivy” and “When Am I Gonna Kiss You Good Morning.”The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:43 Original Broadcast30:32 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Guest Lana Turner,” originally broadcast on November 4, 1943. Episode 24 finds Bud Abbott and Lou Costello joined by guest star Lana Turner in an NBC studio-set comedy for Camel Cigarettes.Returning after an extended recovery from rheumatic fever, Lou encounters a series of backstage obstacles before the broadcast can get underway. Ken Niles and Mel Blanc as Bugs Bunny add to the on-air and behind-the-scenes confusion.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:46 Original Broadcast28:47 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Christmas Party” (also known as “Lou’s Christmas Party”), originally broadcast December 21, 1944. This NBC holiday episode is episode 67.Lou Costello dons a Santa suit, buys a tree, and prepares to host a Christmas celebration—only for the evening to take an imaginative turn. Bud Abbott, Mel Blanc as Santa, and singer Connie Haines join the seasonal fun, including “I’ll Be Home for Christmas.”The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:45 Original Broadcast30:45 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Ski Jump,” originally broadcast on February 20, 1947. In this NBC Camel cigarettes broadcast, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello are joined by Marilyn Maxwell and Skinnay Ennis.Mrs. Wetwash invites Bud and Lou to her winter lodge for a George Washington’s Birthday getaway, where Lou finds himself entered in a Sun Valley ski-jump event. Along the way, Lou tries to share a George Washington story while Bud keeps interrupting.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:43 Original Broadcast30:10 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Lou Goes to the Racetrack to Lose Money,” originally broadcast on NBC on March 13, 1947. This is episode 153 of the series, sponsored by Camels.With income-tax day approaching, Lou needs to part with money he won in the previous broadcast. Bud suggests a trip to the racetrack and a few supposedly safe bets, setting up a day of horse-racing confusion and classic Abbott and Costello wordplay. The program also features Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:41 Original Broadcast30:23 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Costello Is Invited to Join the Yankees,” originally broadcast on April 17, 1947. This 30-minute NBC program was sponsored by Camel cigarettes.When Lou receives a telegram asking him to fill in for an ailing Joe DiMaggio, Bud accompanies him to a sporting-goods store to get ready for the Yankees. The episode features Abbott and Costello’s celebrated baseball wordplay, along with music from Skinnay Ennis and Marilyn Maxwell.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:48 Original Broadcast30:15 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “The Lewis - Conn Fight,” originally broadcast on June 20, 1946. The episode is listed as No. 141 in one archival catalog.The day after the Joe Louis–Billy Conn heavyweight rematch, Bud Abbott is planning a special dinner for his girlfriend and enlists Lou Costello as a butler. With Melonhead offering lessons in proper service and a cook still needed, the evening’s preparations give Abbott and Costello plenty of room for domestic-comedy confusion. The NBC program also features vocalist Amy Arnell and Carl Hoff’s orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:46 Original Broadcast31:06 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “New Press Agent,” originally broadcast on NBC on March 8, 1945. Identified as episode 90, this archival comedy stars Bud Abbott and Lou Costello.Bud hires press agent Needle to improve Lou’s public image, beginning with a farm-themed publicity stunt that gives the pair ample room for fast wordplay. The fun later shifts to a Hollywood-inspired desert adventure involving Turkish film star Turhan Bey, Princess Ben-Ali, and a comic Arabian setting. Written by Don Prindle and Ed Forman.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:46 Original Broadcast22:16 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Sam Shovel - Case of the Curbstone Murder,” originally broadcast December 2, 1948. This archival ABC program stars Bud Abbott and Lou Costello.After opening studio banter, Lou becomes comic private eye Sam Shovel, drawn into a hard-boiled case alongside Bud’s Lieutenant Abbott of Homicide. The detective setup gives way to the pair’s signature wordplay, misunderstandings, and absurdist gags, with singer Hal Winters featured and Matty Malneck providing the music.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:50 Original Broadcast29:35 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Sam Shovel - I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm,” originally broadcast on ABC on March 24, 1949. Episode 246 features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Costello as comic private detective Sam Shovel and Abbott as a police lieutenant.In this Sam Shovel detective spoof, the pair take on “The Case of the Man Who Burned His Sweetheart’s Body in the Fireplace.” The program also features announcer George Fenneman, vocalist Hal Winters, and Matty Malneck’s orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:47 Original Broadcast30:41 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Formal Thanksgiving Dinner,” originally broadcast November 23, 1944. This archival NBC program features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with Ken Niles, Connie Haines, and Freddie Rich and his orchestra.On Thanksgiving Day, Lou hopes to attend Bud’s formal dinner but instead finds himself helping prepare the household for a parade of high-society guests. With Mr. Kitzel in the kitchen and Sebastian lending a hand, Lou’s new duties as greeter quickly put etiquette—and patience—to the test.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:47 Original Broadcast27:48 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Avisit to Peter Lorres Sanitarium,” originally broadcast January 13, 1944. This local archival recording features Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in a classic NBC comedy broadcast sponsored by Camel Cigarettes.After Lou catches a cold, Bud puts him through a demanding health routine before the pair visit a sanitarium run by guest star Peter Lorre. The mock-spooky setting and Lorre’s ominous presence fuel the episode’s nervous wordplay, with music led by Freddie Rich and a vocal appearance by Connie Haines.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:45 Original Broadcast25:14 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Robinson Crusoe with Charles Laughton,” originally broadcast February 10, 1944. This NBC Camel program is commonly cataloged as episode 51.In the radio studio, Mrs. Niles stages a comic Robinson Crusoe play for Bud Abbott and Lou Costello, with guest star Charles Laughton joining the fun as Friday. Lou takes on Robinson Crusoe as the mock adventure moves to a desert island, complicated by an overeager sound-effects man. The broadcast also features Mel Blanc, announcer Ken Niles, vocalist Connie Haines, and Freddie Rich and his orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:46 Original Broadcast30:38 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Guest - Cary Grant,” originally broadcast April 6, 1944. In this NBC broadcast, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello welcome Cary Grant, with Don Barcley also appearing as a guest.Lou’s attempt to get to the radio station leads to radio-business mix-ups, the “Watt Is Voltage” routine, and an all-night record-program setup. Connie Haines contributes the song “Two Heavens,” with Freddie Rich and his orchestra.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:43 Original Broadcast29:07 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Sam Shovel - the Murder at the Radio Quiz Show,” originally broadcast December 30, 1948. In this New Year’s Eve edition, Bud Abbott and Lou Costello open with holiday jokes before Costello takes on the role of private eye Sam Shovel.When Lt. Abbott invites Sam to a New Year’s Eve party, the detective’s casebook gives way to fast wordplay, eccentric visitors, and comic party complications. George Fenneman announces, with music by Matty Malneck and his musicians and a vocal number from Hal Winters.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:48 Original Broadcast30:46 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

The Abbott And Costello Show presents “Sam Shovel: Murder in the Butcher Shop,” originally broadcast on October 21, 1948. Also known as “Have You Seen Those Prices, Lately?,” this unsponsored ABC broadcast survives as a local archival recording.Bud Abbott and Lou Costello open in the radio studio with comedy about Lou’s movie-theater encounter, joined by orchestra leader Matty Malneck for a dice routine. The program then moves into the Sam Shovel detective parody, where a butcher shop becomes the setting for the mystery. George Fenneman announces, with Marilyn Williams featured as vocalist.The Abbott And Costello Show presents the original broadcast with a newly produced contextual introduction, a short closing announcement, and gently cleaned/mastered audio for a more consistent listening experience.Chapters:00:00 Victor Sterling Introduction00:42 Original Broadcast30:03 ClosingSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Running a Newspaper with Hedda Hopper [episode 54], Broadcast 3/2/1944 Running a Newspaper with Hedda Hopper [episode 54], Broadcast 3/2/1944 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Going Back to School [episode 89], Broadcast 3/1/1945 Going Back to School [episode 89], Broadcast 3/1/1945 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Driving Lessons with Marilyn Maxwell [episode 164], Broadcast 2/27/1947 Driving Lessons with Marilyn Maxwell [episode 164], Broadcast 2/27/1947 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Abbott And Costello Make A Picture [episode 203], Broadcast 2/25/1948 Abbott And Costello Make A Picture [episode 203], Broadcast 2/25/1948 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Sam Shovel - 100 Steps to Take When You Come Face to Face With a Killer [episode 255], Broadcast 2/24/1949 Sam Shovel - 100 Steps to Take When You Come Face to Face With a Killer [episode 255], Broadcast 2/24/1949 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Costello Looking for a Leading Lady for His New Play [episode 125], Broadcast 2/21/1946 Costello Looking for a Leading Lady for His New Play [episode 125], Broadcast 2/21/1946 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) SkiJump, Broadcast 2/20/1947 SkiJump, Broadcast 2/20/1947 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio

https://www.OldTimeRetroRadio.com Abbott and Costello (OTRR) Sam Shovel - (racetrack mystery after disposing of a murder in a garlic sauce factory) [episode 254], Broadcast 2/17/1949 Sam Shovel - (racetrack mystery after disposing of a murder in a garlic sauce factory) [episode 254], Broadcast 2/17/1949 🎧 This episode is sourced from verified public domain archives. Sources may include OTRR.org and Archive.org. Restoration and curation by The Abbott And Costello Show | Old Time Radio. 🔒 Unlock The Old Time Retro Radio Archive. Get fully restored classic broadcasts, rare episodes, and exclusive collections — only on Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio #OldTimeRadio, #OTR, #ClassicRadio, #OldTimeRetroRadio, #GoldenAgeRadioSupport Old Time Retro Radio at https://www.patreon.com/oldtimeretroradio