Abbott and Costello

The Abbott and Costello Radio Show was a wildly popular comedy program that aired in the 1940s and early 1950s, starring the legendary duo Bud Abbott and Lou Costello. Known for their quick wit and iconic routines like “Who’s on First?”, the show featured slapstick humor, running gags, celebrity guests, and musical performances, bringing vaudeville-style comedy into the golden age of radio.

8/15/2025 – Trip to Palm Springs

On the Abbott and Costello Show episode “Trip to Palm Springs,” the boys set out for a sunny getaway, but naturally nothing goes smoothly. Between Lou’s bumbling mishaps and Abbott’s quick-witted jabs, their vacation plans spiral into a series of hilarious misunderstandings. It’s classic Abbott and Costello—poking fun at travel troubles with nonstop laughs.

8/08/2025 – Formal Thanksgiving

In the Abbott and Costello radio episode titled “Formal Thanksgiving,” Bud Abbott tries to teach Lou Costello proper etiquette for a fancy Thanksgiving dinner, leading to classic misunderstandings and slapstick chaos. Lou’s hilarious attempts at formality—like confusing a tuxedo with a turkey—turn the holiday into a laugh-filled fiasco.

8/01/2025 – Nylon Stockings with Lucille Ball

In the Abbott and Costello radio show episode titled “Nylon Stockings”, guest star Lucille Ball joins the comedy duo in a zany tale set during the nylon craze of the 1940s. Lucille plays a glamorous actress desperate for a pair of nylons, while Costello fumbles through a series of mishaps trying to get her a pair—leading to classic misunderstandings, fast-paced wordplay, and slapstick humor. The episode blends Lucille Ball’s sharp comedic timing with Abbott and Costello’s signature routines for a high-energy and hilarious broadcast.

7/25/2025 – At the Circus with Alan Hale

In the Abbott and Costello radio episode titled “At the Circus” with guest Alan Hale, Bud and Lou find themselves tangled in comedic chaos after joining a traveling circus. Lou is mistaken for a lion tamer, leading to a series of slapstick mishaps with wild animals, uncooperative performers, and a mischievous monkey. Alan Hale adds to the fun as the blustery ringmaster trying to keep the show on track, while Abbott tries to steer Lou out of trouble — and mostly fails

7/18/2025 – Hunting Guide with Claire Trevor

In the radio show episode “Hunting Guide” featuring Claire Trevor, a cunning woman hires a guide for a big-game hunting trip in the wilderness. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear she has a hidden agenda—one far more dangerous than tracking animals. Suspense builds as the true target is revealed, leading to a dramatic and deadly confrontation.

7/11/2025 – Knights in Shining Armor

In the Abbott and Costello radio episode Knights in Shining Armor, the comedic duo dives into medieval madness as Lou dreams of becoming a brave knight. The episode features their classic slapstick humor and rapid-fire wordplay, with Lou misunderstanding chivalry, jousting, and castle life at every turn. As always, Bud tries to keep things on track, but chaos ensues when Lou bungles everything from sword fighting to rescuing damsels. The show blends a humorous take on medieval legends with the timeless charm of Abbott and Costello’s dynamic.