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The Superman Radio Podcast #757- The Mystery of the Lost Planet Pt. 1 Jan 22, 2026

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Jimmy Olsen encounters a strange man named Anthar who claims to be from a "lost planet" called Utopia and warns of an invasion of Earth. Commentary on this serial which is an exact remake of the "lost" serial Planet Utopia from 1944.

The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #76- Safety Drive Jan 21, 2026

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When Liz gets a traffic ticket on the day George is "Safety Week" chairman, George decides to lock the car in the to garage and hide the key. Commentary on why Lucille Ball allowed her character Liz to be naive and prone to deceitful tactics which are normally not admirable, sympathetic characteristics. Also discussed are real driving statistics based on gender that may surprise you.

The Dragnet Radio Podcast #132- The Big Evans Jan 20, 2026

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A narcotics dealer has been badly beaten and claims his assailant was a young police officer. Extended commentary on an email we received based on the concerns of a listener from a previous podcast commentary.

The Superman Radio Podcast #756- The Man Without A Face Pt. 16 Jan 19, 2026

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Lois manages to break free of her binds and sets fire to the room hoping to attract outside attention before she and Bucky are executed. But will they be saved before they succumb to the very flames? JR speaks on who fans believe is the best live action Superman of all time. Will your favorite be on the list?

The Shadow Radio Podcast #48- Isle of Fear Jan 17, 2026

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While Lamont and Margot are visiting a friend in Haiti, a local voodoo cult kidnaps their friend's child. With the help of The Shadow, Margot must convince the natives that she is a powerful priestess to try and save the child. We discuss the practice of voodoo in the 1930s as well as today in comparison to Christianity. Plus, this was Margo's big episode played exceptionally well by Agnes Moorehead.

The Inner Sanctum Radio Podcast #15- The Color Blind Formula Jan 17, 2026

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A chemist develops a substance that supposedly allows colorblind people to perceive colors, but it has dangerous side effects leading to madness and death. JR speaks on villains and the intent of the plot.

The Suspense Radio Podcast #278- Give Me Liberty (10/21/48) Jan 16, 2026

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William Powell stars as a criminal who escapes a prison train after a crash but remains handcuffed, leading to a frantic, isolated struggle to break free to collect the $250,000 he has stashed away. JR speaks on actor William Powell, his connection to Jean Harlow, and his powerful performance in this episode.

The Superman Radio Podcast #755- The Man Without A Face Pt. 15 Jan 15, 2026

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As Lois and Bucky face an uncertain fate as prisoners of The Man without a Face, Kent makes the discovery that two world peace organization leaders on the hit list are to appear at a state department reception ending at midnight. JR speaks on if James Gunn's Superman (2025) is now a financial success.

The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #75- Liz Cooks Dinner for Twelve Jan 14, 2026

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George has invited ten dinner guests on Katy's day off, and Liz is determined to prove to George's mother that she can prepare a dinner for twelve without any help. Commentary on who Liz Cooper really is and the fact that we don't really know much about her. Also listen for a young Richard Crenna who plays a young delivery boy infatuated by Liz.

The Dragnet Radio Podcast #131- The Big Plant Jan 13, 2026

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A woman disappears and her husband, Chester Abbott, becomes suspect. The man's stepson then disappears. Commentary on similar plot lines in previous episodes. Plus, an inside look at the producer/director side of Jack Webb and his big gamble for television.

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