The Thrilling Adventures of Superman

A journey through the Golden Age of Superman in comics, radio and film. Each episode, we explore the history and development of the Man of Steel through his earliest adventures. Episodes also feature Spotlights on creators, a look at the overall history of the Superman and more.

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Episodes

Episode 6: Action Comics #6

With a Superman story that returns to its regular page count, Michael takes a look at ACTION COMICS #6, which finds Superman taking on... copyright infringement! (Ironic, no?) Find out what happens when a shyster tries to make a quick buck off the name of the Man of Steel. Don't miss out on this historic tale which also features the debut of a new face on the book... and, no, it's not Jimmy Olsen.

Feb 08, 2011

Episode 5: Action Comics #5

In this installment, Michael takes a look at the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #5. The story might be shorter than the norm, but the excitement is still full-throttle as Superman takes on the very forces of nature itself in a story that bears strange similarities to one of the most well-known Superman stories of all time! Plus, things go to a whole new level between Superman and Lois, kicking off a historic relationship that will become the stuff of legend. And don't miss the "Meanwhile" por...

Feb 01, 2011

Episode 4: Action Comics #4

Are you ready for some football? This episode, Michael takes a look at ACTION COMICS #4, which finds Superman hitting the gridiron in an adventure that involves assault, kidnapping, identity theft and dubious ethical decisions! And don't worry, the villains engage in their own villainous hijinks, as well. So grab your leather helmet and suit up... it's time for kickoff!

Jan 25, 2011

Episode 3: Action Comics #3

This time out, Michael examines the Superman story from ACTION COMICS #3, which finds our favorite hero leaping into action to save a miner after a cave-in; then Superman takes on The Man by giving him a taste of his own medicine. As well, Michael gives a bit of history on the practice of comic book ashcans, talks briefly about comic book reprints and introduces you to what may be the most under-appreciated character in comic book history: Sandwich Guy!

Jan 18, 2011

Episode 2: Action Comics #2

This episode, Michael dives into ACTION COMICS #2, which resolves the cliffhanger left in Superman's debut and sends our hero into an adventure in the war-torn country of San Monte, where he deals with weapons manufacturers, confronts military leaders and leaps questionable logic in a single bound. All this, and Lois Lane is arrested and sentenced to die for espionage!

Jan 11, 2011

Episode 1: Action Comics #1

Welcome to the premiere episode of The Thrilling Adventures of Superman. This episode, the journey kicks off with an in-depth look at Superman's debut in ACTION COMICS #1, the monumental issue that gave us our first look at the strange visitor from another planet, as well as the historic first meeting between Superman and Lois. Also in this episode, your host, Michael, also gives a bit of background on the podcast, the format and what you can expect in future episodes.

Jan 04, 2011

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Dec 14, 2010

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