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January 10th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

Welcome to episode 54 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.

Michael is joined for the first time in 2012 by Charlie Niemeyer as the guys return to the thrilling days of yesteryear for another adventure from the Superman radio serial. And what an episode it is as this, the the sixth storyline from the show, features the debut of everyone’s favorite cub reporter and future Giant Turtle Man, Jimmy Olsen!

And be sure to check out Charlie’s podcast, Superman in the Bronze Age! A huge thanks once more to Mr. Niemeyer for coming on the show.

QUOTABLE:
Mr. Kent! Mr. Kent! Can I see you a minute?
Jimmy Olsen

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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!

January 5th, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

Welcome to 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.

In order to celebrate the beginning of the show’s second year, Michael has put together a brand, spanking new promo for the podcast. If you host a podcast, please feel free to use it in your show. If you do, be sure to let Michael know by contacting him through the information below, and he will be happy to return the favor by adding a promo for your show to the rotation for The Thrilling Adventures of Superman.

Download the promo directly. Or, you can subscribe to the show via iTunes or the RSS feed! If you use the promo on your show, be sure to let me know by dropping a line a line or sending me a message through Facebook or Twitter.

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!

January 3rd, 2012  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

Welcome to episode 53 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.

We kick off 2012 with a trip back to the pages of ACTION COMICS, for a look at the Superman story from issue #25. Strange occurrences across town send Clark Kent after his latest scoop. But Lois Lane is after bigger fish when a man named Medini promises to reveal to her the true identity of Superman! Are the two connected? And how will Superman stymie both plots? Find out!

QUOTABLE:
The plane — falling to destruction… Lois aboard, no doubt!
Superman

The cover to ACTION COMICS #25 by Joe Shuster and Wayne Boring


Superman struggles


Medini!

Download the episode directly. Or, you can subscribe to the show via iTunes or the RSS feed! Questions or comments? Additions or corrections? Drop a line! Share your thoughts on the episode and the issue. You can connect with show on Facebook and Twitter, as well, to get updates!

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!

December 27th, 2011  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

Welcome to episode 52 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.

Before closing out the year, Michael is joined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at the four Superman radio serial auditions or “pilot” episodes. Originally put together in 1939, these recordings offer a look at the show’s original conception and find Superman going up against a new menace in the form of the Shark!

And be sure to check out Charlie’s podcast, Superman in the Bronze Age! A huge thanks once more to Mr. Niemeyer for coming on the show.

QUOTABLE:
Superman’s friends don’t drown!
Superman

Download the episode directly. Or, you can subscribe to the show via iTunes or the RSS feed! Questions or comments? Additions or corrections? Drop a line! Share your thoughts on the episode and the issue. You can connect with show on Facebook and Twitter, as well, to get updates!

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!

December 20th, 2011  Posted at   The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

Welcome to episode 51 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.

Cozy up by the fireplace and celebrate the season with the first-ever Thrilling Adventures of Superman Christmas Spectacular! In this episode, Michael shares two holiday-themed stories, a selection of Christmas music and some seasonal memories… all to brighten your holiday. Merry Christmas!

QUOTABLE:
We have to do something… give them some sense of hope.
Superman

The cover to DCU Holiday Bash III by Rodolfo Damaggio and Robert Campanella


Merry Christmas...


Santa Bart!

Links mentioned in the episode:
Superman in the Bronze Age Christmas Special 2010
“Jor-El, Jor-El” by Michelle Osorio

Download the episode directly. Or, you can subscribe to the show via iTunes or the RSS feed! Questions or comments? Additions or corrections? Drop a line! Share your thoughts on the episode and the issue. You can connect with show on Facebook and Twitter, as well, to get updates!

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!