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The Shadow Radio Podcast #62- Hypnotic Death Apr 25, 2026

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The evil Dr. Dharma uses his "telepathic hypnosis" to cause a series of suicides to profit from the victim's insurance. Lamont Cranston becomes his next victim and it's up to Margo Lane to save his life. Commentary on Margo Lane being the hero in this episode as well as the fact that the Shadow is not infallible and is very nearly defeated by a villain of equal status.

The Suspense Radio Podcast #292- Backseat Driver (2/3/49) Apr 24, 2026

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A typical middle-aged couple driving home turn on the car radio and hear that a "mad-dog" killer is on the loose in the area...who just happens to be hiding in their backseat. Commentary on casting against type fpor Suspense for publicity with Fibber McGee and Molly in the lead roles. Plus a look at the San Fernando Valley, the "Valley", and how it changed from this broadcast through the years and how that plays into the plot.

My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #91- The Surprise Party Apr 22, 2026

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Iris lets slip that one of Liz's friends is throwing a party Saturday night, and Liz and George aren't invited. But which friend is it? Commentary on the comparison with this episode to Halloween Surprise Party with the exception of how the writers misfired once again by writing Liz somewhat untruthfully at the end. One more episode to go!

The Dragnet Radio Podcast #145- The Big Whiff Apr 21, 2026

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Friday investigates an unidentified woman who is found chloroformed to death! Commentary on real deaths by chloroform. Plus, why people make false murder confessions.

The Inner Sanctum Radio Podcast #28- Portrait of Death Apr 19, 2026

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A man purchases an old portrait: a portrait with a history of death... for the artist... for the model... and for all those who own it. Commentary on actress Lesley Woods.

The Shadow Radio Podcast #61- The Ghost of Captain Bayloe Apr 18, 2026

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The curse of a dead sea captain is blamed for a number of shipwrecks until Lamont Cranston is called to investigate. Commentary on how this could have been a potentially great episode that went sour as the last five minutes were poorly written with unbelievable story choices.

The Suspense Radio Podcast #291- The Thing in the Window (1/27/49) Apr 17, 2026

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A man claims he can see a dead body sitting in a chair in a neighbor's apartment window across the courtyard... yet no one will believe him. JR speaks on the surprising twist, author Lucille Fletcher, the Hithcock connection and the retiurn of Robert Montgomery as star after his ill-fated stint as host of Suspense the previous year.

The Superman Radio Podcast #781- The Phantom of the Sea Pt. 12 Apr 16, 2026

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Superman located the submarine, with an apparently lifeless Lois and Horatio inside, and is now using all his might to raise the sub to the surface. JR continues to count down "The 13 Things You Might Not Know About THE ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN Radio Show". JR signs off for the season.

The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #90- The Passports Apr 15, 2026

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Liz is all set to get her passport and join George on a trip to Paris, until she discovers that the Hall of Records has no record of her birth! Commentary on the I Love Lucy episode episode of the same title in which this script was adapted. Plus, guest star Sarah Selby as Liz' mother.

The Dragnet Radio Podcast #144- The Big Fourth Apr 14, 2026

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An eight-month-old baby is stolen from its mother. It's the third case of child stealing reported in less than three weeks. Commentary on the versatility of Virginia Gregg in dual roles, plus, we discuss the real reason why Dragnet wins Best Mystery program by The American Weekly.

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