Michael is joined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at episodes 52 through 57, the 10th storyline, of the Superman radio serial. Joan Alexander joins the show's cast as everyone's favorite girl reporter as Lois Lane and Clark Kent go to interview Lois's strange uncle, Horace Morton, about his startlingly accurate weather predictions. But what they find is Lois's uncle embroiled in something far more sinister, causing Superman to lend a hand!
Mar 27, 2012
Clark Kent leads the search for three missing men as Michael is rejoined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at the ninth storyline from the Superman radio serial. Forging ahead despite rumors of lost tribes and a mysterious, immortal witch doctor, Clark Kent leads the search for three missing men in the northern country of Esmerland! Superman's there to lend a hand in the rescue, but things really turn strange when the true identity of the witch doctor is revealed -- and someone's not making it out ...
Mar 20, 2012
Finally! It's back to the Sunday newspaper strip as Michael looks at the fourth storyline. Unfortunately, it's a sub-par story overall. But, the good news is, there's plenty of the action, intrigue and insanity we've come to love in Superman's Golden Age adventures, as Clark Kent and Lois Lane (and Superman!) set out to aid a relief fund for a war-striken foreign nation.
Mar 13, 2012
A visit from an eccentric friend of Perry White and a dying man's last words leads Clark Kent westward (again) to investigate a mystery! And that mystery leads Clark -- and Superman -- into trying to stop an assassination attempt against the governor at the dedication of a new national monument. But can Superman stop the plot when he doesn't even know what it is or who is responsible? Find out as Michael is joined yet again by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at eighth storyline from the Superman rad...
Mar 06, 2012
Professor Clarence Cobalt cooks up copious chicanery at his crooked clinic of quackery as Michael looks at the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #26. Superman makes a two-fold return to his social justice roots to deal with a pair of phony doctor -- and prevent his victims from enacting their own brand of justice in this classic Golden Age tale.
Feb 28, 2012
It's back to the newspapers this time as Michael looks at the 14th storyline from the Superman daily newspaper strip, which finds a fallen crime boss trying to reclaim his glory. Will he make it back on top? Not if Superman has anything to say about it. Plus, Michael presents a Spotlight on radio's Ned Wever, the first actor to portray Jor-L!
Feb 21, 2012
The Man of Tomorrow returns to the once-called "World of Tomorrow" as Michael looks at the Superman story from the 1940 issue of NEW YORK WORLD'S FAIR COMICS. It's a quintessential story of the Golden Age Superman, with jewel thieves, Lois and trouble and Superman flying -- yes, flying -- in for the save. Also, Michael looks at other events from the World's Fair Superman, including Superman Day and the first public appearance of Superman himself in the flesh! Plus, a special cameo by the Golden ...
Feb 14, 2012
Michael pauses for another Fifth Week installment this episode and rewinds the clock for a look at a story featuring Jor-L. But not the Jor-L we know! This is the story of Jor-L as seen in the pages of a Federal Men story from NEW ADVENTURE COMICS #12 from 1936 -- a year and a half prior to the publication of Superman!
Feb 07, 2012
Charlie Niemeyer is back as he and Michael look at the seventh storyline from the Superman radio serial. Clark Kent is enlisted to aid in solving the mystery of some airplane disasters -- and when Jimmy Olsen tags along, both our favorite cub reporter and the Man of Steel get much more than they bargained for! It's a fun (if not somewhat maddening) six-episode tale as Superman deals with feral gorillas, rock slides, confused writers and more!
Jan 31, 2012
Michael is joined by J. David Weter for a look at four thrilling Superman tales from SUPERMAN #5. Follow along as Superman smashes and trashes a variety threats from slot machine rackets, crooked newspapermen, life-giving drugs and an incense menace, courtesy of the nefarious Luthor! Plus, more of Superman's powers bubble to the surface and the guys uncover helpful hints on how to take over the world! (Hint: It involves not making statues of yourself to be use in your schemes.)
Jan 24, 2012
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!
Jan 10, 2012
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.
Jan 05, 2012
Jan 03, 2012
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!
Dec 27, 2011
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!
Dec 20, 2011
It's a titanic team-up of Golden Age Superman podcasters for this anniversary episode as Michael is joined by Jon M. Wilson to discuss "The Reign of the Superman" from 1933! Originally self-published in the pages of their fanzine, the prose story features Jerry Siegel's and Joe Shuster's first conception of a character labeled as Superman... and the science-fiction horror story brings a decidedly different take on the concept!
Dec 13, 2011
Hide the women and children! As Michael looks at the 13th storyline from the Superman daily newspaper strip, the Man of Steel is heading back to the tenements to deal with the poor living conditions resulting from the crime-riddled slums. Last time, Superman tore down an entire part of the city to "solve" the problem. Will the passage of time assuage Superman's rough-and-tumble approach? Find out! Also this episode Michael presents a Spotlight on radio's second Lois Lane, Helen Choat!
Dec 06, 2011
A missing man and a mysterious house are the catalyst for this adventure as Michael is rejoined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at the fifth storyline from the Superman radio serial. What follows is ancient natives, a mystical emerald, uncomfortable period dialogue and most certainly... a job for Superman!
Nov 29, 2011
We're a week early for the quarterly fifth week installment. However, as Thanksgiving is drawing near here in the United States, Michael takes this special episode to pause and say thanks.
Nov 22, 2011
Charlie Niemeyer is back in the house as he and Michael look at the fourth storyline from the Superman radio serial, and it's a good thing he is, because this storyline is jam-packed! It's starts off with a prison riot, where two familiar fiends break loose. Then, after Superman's most vile villains come face-to-face for the first time, our hero travels to the town of Dyerville (or it Dyersville? Or Dryerville?!) to investigate mysterious tragedies plaguing the town.
Nov 15, 2011
Is your son a no-good bum? Are you being bullies by bookies to pay off your gambling debt? Accused of your crime you didn't commit? This looks like a job for Superman! That's right folks. We are going back to the spinner rack for the last time in 2011 as Michael looks at the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #24!
Nov 08, 2011
Michael is once more joined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at the third storyline, from the Superman radio serial! Superman goes into action to squelch a blazing inferno and try to recscue a trapped woman. But is there more to it than a simple fire? Find out in this six-episode story that leads Superman into adventure that traverses land, sea and air!
Nov 01, 2011
Giant vultures! Flame guns! Neanderthals! Ambiguous contraptions! Gas weapons! Bottomless pits! These are the things Superman must face as Michael looks at the third storyline from the Sunday continuity of the Superman newspaper strip. It is a short four-strip story, but packed full of action! Also this episode, Michael dives into the mailbag for some listener feedback.
Oct 25, 2011
Can Superman end a war and squelch the tide of anger that has raised against the nations of Rutland and Blitzen? Find out as Michael wraps up the "Superman at War" trilogy with a look at the twelfth storyline from the Superman daily newspaper strip. Also this episode, Michael presents a Spotlight on radio's first Lois Lane, Rolly Bester.
Oct 18, 2011
Michael is re-joined by Charlie Niemeyer for a look at the the second storyline from the Superman radio serial! Comprising just episodes seven through nine, the story finds Superman dealing with the menace of the Yellow Mask! Plus, girl reporter Lois Lane takes her first step off the printed pages when she is introduced in this storyline.
Oct 11, 2011
The Man of Steel moves into the mainstream in a big way and it's the shot hear 'round the world as Superman takes on Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin in a special two-page story from Look Magazine! In this episode, Michael also examines the real-world context and after aftermath of his historic, pre-Pearl Harbor tale.
Oct 04, 2011
It's an episode that's been a long time coming, folks. This episode, Michael is joined by Charlie Niemeyer of Superman in the Bronze Age for a look at the first six episodes of the Superman radio show! We begin with the destruction of Krypton and follow Superman all the way through his first adventure on Earth! It's a great set of episodes and a great conversation worthy of Superman's first steps off of the printed page. Plus: This episode, Michael makes a big announcement concerning the future ...
Sep 30, 2011
We staying in the comic books as Michael looks at the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #23. Picking up from the events of issue #22, Superman continues to deal with the war between Toran and Galonia and uncovers the ruthless menace behind it all: A diabolical fiend known only as Luthor!
Sep 27, 2011
Michael is joined by Billy Hogan of Superman Fan Podcast for at SUPERMAN #4. It's the first issue of the title to contain four new Superman stories, and it brings the action as we find Superman taking on the challenges posed by earthquakes, giant beasts, spies, racketeers and more! Also this issue, a brand new menace rears its head in the form of... a man named Luthor!
Sep 23, 2011
Picking up from episode 32, we continue with part two of our Europe at war trilogy as Michael looks at the 11th storyline from the Superman daily newspaper strip! This installment finds Clark Kent framed for murder and forced into joining spies in their diabolical acts of terrorism. Its up to Superman to lend a hand and thwart their plans and prevent the U.S. from being plunged into war! Also this episode, Michael gives a Spotlight on Golden Age artist Dennis Neville!
Sep 20, 2011
