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September 25th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of SupermanWelcome to episode 89 of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. The show’s mission is to explore the history and development of the Superman in his formative years by chronicling the Man of Steel’s Golden Age adventures in comics, radio and film.

This time, Michael concludes his look at a story so big that it couldn’t be contained by just one episode. Continuing on from episode 88, the 18th storyline from the Superman radio show showcases Superman once more squaring off against the diabolical genius of the Yellow Mask!

QUOTABLE:
“At the moment, we score enough for my friend, Mr. Clark Kent”
The Yellow Mask

Links mentioned in the episode:
CapedWonder.com, Jim Bowers’ Web site, celebrating “Superman: The Movie” and the life and legacy of Christopher Reeve

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September 18th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of SupermanWelcome to episode 88 of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. The show’s mission is to explore the history and development of the Superman in his formative years by chronicling the Man of Steel’s Golden Age adventures in comics, radio and film.

The show is back and so is a very familiar foe! A strange occurrence on a train ride home catapults Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen into their latest adventure as an enemy from the past rises to once more plague the Man of Steel. Alliances are formed and loved ones are threatened as Michael begins a look at the 18th storyline from the Superman radio serial!

QUOTABLE:
“Now I can deal with him as he should be dealt with… as Superman!”
Clark Kent

Links mentioned in the episode:
Episode 17 and episode 18 of the Fantasticast, covering STRANGE TALES #112 and #113 with Human Torch stories scripted by Jerry Siegel!

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The Thrilling Adventures of Superman is also a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. And don’t forget to check out the Superman Homepage!

August 28th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman
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The Thrilling Adventures of SupermanWelcome to episode 87 of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. The show’s mission is to explore the history and development of the Superman in his formative years by chronicling the Man of Steel’s Golden Age adventures in comics, radio and film.

Clark Kent accompanies Lois Lane to the nearby town of Brentville. They find the town is, literally, a sleepy little town as everyone who enters inexplicably is sent to Dreamland. Can the Daily Planet’s finest, with a little help from Superman, unravel the mystery? Find out as Michael looks at the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #31!

QUOTABLE:
“Tough guys, eh? I’ll have to teach you a little lesson!”
Superman

The cover to ACTION COMICS #31


I’m guessing no. Random thugs are slow learners.


Cue John Williams.


Charging through the flames

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August 21st, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of SupermanWelcome to episode 86 of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. The show’s mission is to explore the history and development of the Superman in his formative years by chronicling the Man of Steel’s Golden Age adventures in comics, radio and film.

At long last, we return to the four-color, Sunday incarnation of the Superman newspaper strip, with a look at the serial’s sixth storyline. When Lois Lane receives an inheritance of a piece of land, little does she know that danger awaits! Can Superman speed to the rescue in time? And just why is this storyline so familiar?

QUOTABLE:
“Now to… resume my vigil!”
Superman

Go, Clark! Go!


sigh*


Helllllooooooo-is!


Well, now that’s just cold.

Links mentioned in the episode:
Batman Podcast Connection
Gotham Knights Online

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August 17th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of SupermanWelcome to episode 85 of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. The show’s mission is to explore the history and development of the Superman in his formative years by chronicling the Man of Steel’s Golden Age adventures in comics, radio and film.

There’s a special treat this episode as we examine Superman’s growing popularity when co-creator Jerry Siegel pays a visit to “The Fred Allen Show” to discuss his most-famous creation. Then, Superman himself ventures into the real world and takes “The Boss” Harry Donenfeld for a flight!

QUOTABLE:
“Can he open a Pullman window?”
Fred Allen

Fred Allen, circa 1940


A reference to Fred Allen’s “Pullman window” gag

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The Thrilling Adventures of Superman is also a proud member of the Superman Podcast Network. And don’t forget to check out the Superman Homepage!