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.
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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.
7/04/2025 – Bank Robbery with Marlene Dietrich
In the Abbott and Costello radio episode titled “Bank Robbery with Marlene Dietrich,” Lou and Bud get tangled up in a wild mix-up involving a bank robbery and the glamorous Marlene Dietrich. Lou’s usual bumbling antics clash hilariously with the mysterious intrigue surrounding the crime, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings.
6/27/2025 – Lou Substitutes for Joe DiMaggio
In the Abbott and Costello radio episode titled “Lou Substitutes for Joe DiMaggio,” Lou gets the outrageous idea to take Joe DiMaggio’s place on the Yankees while the star player recovers from an injury. Convinced he can handle the big leagues, Lou heads to the ballpark—only to cause chaos on and off the field with his usual clumsy antics. The episode is a grand slam of classic misunderstandings, baseball gags, and fast-paced wordplay.
6/20/2025 – Lion Hunting
In the Abbott and Costello radio episode titled Lion Hunting, Costello is determined to become a fearless big game hunter, even though he’s terrified of lions. Chaos and classic misunderstandings unfold as the duo prepares for an African safari—without ever leaving town. The episode is packed with their signature wordplay and slapstick humor, especially when Costello mistakes a taxidermy lion for the real thing!