Best Jim Romanovich Podcasts (2025)

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The Superman Radio Podcast #159-The Dragon's Teeth Pt. 3 14:44

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3h ago14:44

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Last time, Lois and Jimmy decided to track Clark and Perry’s path to Chi Wan’s house in which their result is about to be the same as Perry White’s as Lois is offered the poisoned tea? Commentary on the momentous meeting of two great characters Superman fans have been waiting an entire year to hear.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #106- The Big Crazy 28:59

12h ago28:59

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A woman is missing yet her disappearance is reported three months later. There is no trace of her. No lead whatsoever. Commentary on Dragnet shifting its regular storytelling formula.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #158-The Dragon's Teeth Pt. 2 15:47

10h ago15:47

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In our last episode, Perry White is poisoned after drinking the tainted tea and Clark must act quickly to save his life. And what about Chi Wan? Did he poison Perry White? Or is there a threat even greater? Commentary tonight on the return of Joan Alexander as Lois Lane.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #157-The Dragon's Teeth Pt. 1 16:05

2d ago16:05

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If the past 156 episodes were rehearsal, then this serial is opening night because new truths will be realized as we welcome the entire gang –Clark, Jimmy, Perry White and Lois Lane- for this thrilling new adventure. Tonight’s adventure is all about an ancient Chinese manuscript describing the secret to everlasting life that one man will do anythin…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #156-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 11 18:26

2d ago18:26

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As our serial concludes, things are not looking good for our heroes as Humi is set to kill each one of them which means Clark must think fast to have Superman show up and not give away his secret. But this time, he may have to tempt fate and the limits of his own superpowers. Commentary on how this episode might have been different with respect to …

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #105- The Big In Laws 29:20

3d ago29:20

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Merchandise trucks are being hijacked all over the city. There are no fingerprints and little evidence, yet Friday and Romero must take whatever they can get to find its source.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #155-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 10 14:32

4d ago14:32

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We left Clark, Jimmy and Tumbleweed in front of the theatre with Clark seemingly in the cat bird seat about to unravel this whole sordid mystery once and for all. So are you ready to find out why Clark and Jimmy were in an abandoned theatre? Are you ready to find out who the whisperer really is? Are you ready to find out who is the real Sydney Rycr…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #104- The Big Winchester 31:57

6d ago31:57

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An elderly man is found dead of an apparent suicide, but Friday and Romero believe evidence points to a murder. Commentary on the age of Joe Friday and still living with his mother. Plus we look at 1950's stereotypes versus those of today.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #153-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 8 13:47

6d ago13:47

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Last time, another mysterious stranger entered the scene who only spoke in a whisper yet somehow saved Tumbleweed from Humi’s abduction. So what is the whisperer’s plan?By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #152-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 7 16:34

7d ago16:34

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In our last episode, Sleepy abducted Tumbleweed for reasons unknown to us at the moment and locked Jimmy in a closet. What does all of this mean? Superman saved Tumbleweed before, but now he’s on his way to the Planet so how will he save him this time? Commentary on the many layers of mystery this serial provides. Plus a look at the year 1941 and h…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #103- The Big Screen 33:18

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Friday and Romero set up a sting to stop a rash of crooked TV repair men. Commentary on how this episodes treats this new wonder called television. Plus, comments on the real history of television and why 1951, the year of this broadcast, is so instrumental in the decline of radio and the rise of television.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #151-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 6 15:27

8d ago15:27

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Tumbleweed and his abductor crash through the parapet into the raging river below as Superman fails to arrive in time to save them from the impact of the crash. Did both survive? Will Superman make it in time in case one or both survived?By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #150-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 5 14:27

9d ago14:27

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Superman once again saves Miss Wycroft but not before Tumbleweed Jones got a bullet in his leg. At the hospital, Tumbleweed is being visited by a mysterious stranger. Commentary on Radio Retropolis.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #149-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 4 14:40

10d ago14:40

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With Kent completely at a loss, he and Tumbleweed Jones investigated the clues and realized the veiled woman in the elevator was the woman who calls herself Sydney Rycroft. What more can we expect from this Egyptian mystery and is the veiled woman a friend or foe? The last time we heard from Tumbleweed and Kent, they were given a street address whe…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #102- The Big Late Script 30:28

11d ago30:28

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When a rising young businessman is kidnapped from his home, Friday and Romero are called in to negotiate his release. Commentary on how Dragnet accurately portrays a real kidnapping situation. Plus the significance of this date and the end of WWII.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #148-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 3 16:34

11d ago16:34

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In our last episode, Superman saved Miss Sydney Rycroft who strangely told him to tell Kent not to check up on her. But, Kent’s biggest surprise was in Perry’s office where he was introduced to the real Sidney Rycroft-Mr. Sidney Rycroft.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #147-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 2 14:04

12d ago14:04

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Last time, Sydney Rycroft went missing during Gambini’s magic illusion baffling Clark and Jimmy as to where she could be and for what reason.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #101- The Big Sophomore 32:18

13d ago32:18

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Neighborhood petty thievery leads to capture of teenage boy which culminates into a much more dramatic story than your usual Dragnet episode. Commentary on yet another superb episode and the value of Dragnet in which the listener connects emotionally to our cast with another very sad tale.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #146-The Black Pearl of Osiris Pt. 1 13:35

13d ago13:35

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Clark and Jimmy embark on a creepy and baffling mystery that involves visiting friend Tumbleweed Jones, a missing ancient black pearl, and an elusive victim. Commentary on the real legend of Osiris.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #100- The Big Set Up 32:23

15d ago32:23

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A gang of thieves are breaking into affluent homes stealing furs and jewelry. Friday and Romero have no leads, yet they must find them. Commentary on the Swedish housekeeper witness and the role of Swedes in the U.S. from the turn of the last century and into the 1950's.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #145-The Howling Coyote Pt. 14 15:18

15d ago15:18

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With Lawson dead and Comanche Joe and Tumbleweed Jones wounded and near death, Superman has only seconds to save them. Will he be in time? And what about those who witness this sensational rescue attempt? The conclusion of our story starts now. A review of the entire serial follows episode.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #144-The Howling Coyote Pt. 13 14:31

15d ago14:31

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Comanche Joe Tumbleweed Jones and Lawson are all near death trapped in the cave while The Indians beat on the drums to call for Superman’s help. Clark also hears the drums and wonders what they mean Can he save all three or will one or more die? Jimmy may be the answer.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #143-The Howling Coyote Pt. 12 15:38

16d ago15:38

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Last time, Tumbleweed, and Lawson find themselves wounded and trapped in the cave with only 3 hours of air left, and Clark and Jimmy none the wiser, the situation looks extremely dire. Will Kent figure it out? Will Superman arrive in time?By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #142-The Howling Coyote Pt. 11 18:26

17d ago18:26

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Tumbleweed Jones is determined to get Lawson out of that cave, but Lawson is ready to shoot him dead. Will Superman be needed? If so, he has only seconds to hurry before Tumbleweed gets a bullet through his heart. Commentary on other podcasts we do, why we do them, our passion behind this program, and what Radio Retropolis is all about.…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #99- The Big Love 30:12

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A husband and father is frantic when his wife runs off with another man and takes their two year old daughter who suddenly goes missing. Commentary on the dark sadness of this episode and how Dragnet was able to tell this story as no other drama could.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #141-The Howling Coyote Pt. 10 13:17

18d ago13:17

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Although Superman saved Comanche Joe from one potentially fatal encounter, he may not be able to save him from the next attempt as Lawson threatens to kill him by using the same deadly method that he used to kill Dusty. Commentary on the Indians finally being protagonists in this serial yet they are still subjected to the stereotypes of Hollywood.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #140-The Howling Coyote Pt. 9 14:12

19d ago14:12

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In our last episode, Comanche Joe is put in danger as he tries to put out the fires created under the guise of the Coyote Howl legend. Will he escape in time? Will Superman arrive in time? Commentary on the tom tom used in this episode and how the Comanches used them in real life for celebration as well as torture rituals.…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #98- The Big Cliff 30:10

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An elderly man claims he has no idea what happened after he found his wife dead on the floor beside the bed. Commentary on why this episode was a slight departure from the rest with Joe Friday doing something he never does.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #139-The Howling Coyote Pt. 8 14:11

20d ago14:11

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Last time, Dusty was pushed to a confession for nearly killing Jimmy Olsen just to find himself mysteriously killed before he can tell Comanche Joe and Kent who he was working for. In the meantime, a greater danger is ahead. Since this serial is called The Howling Coyote, we comment on the legend of the coyote through the various Native America tri…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #138-The Howling Coyote Pt. 7 15:37

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In our last episode, Jimmy had to have an operation to save his life after taking a nasty fall off the horse thanks to Lawson and his henchman Dusty. Jimmy right now is quickly fading with no hope in sight. Commentary on the logic of Superman giving a blood transfusion as well as how much longer he can stay anonymous in the shadows.…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #97- The Big Run 31:28

22d ago31:28

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Two elderly women are mowed down by a hit and run driver and Friday and Romero must find him before the trail grows cold. Commentary on Joe's mother, his relationship with her, and why this was crucial in the ongoing success of Dragnet.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #137-The Howling Coyote Pt. 6 14:40

22d ago14:40

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Last time, Jimmy and Tumbleweed faced new obstacles in losing their horse as well as being completely lost in the middle of a blizzard with Jimmy slowly slipping into unconsciousness. Tumbleweed must keep him alert in order to save his life while finding shelter. Commentary on the physical emergence of Superman in this episode and his interacting a…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #136-The Howling Coyote Pt. 5 14:56

23d ago14:56

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Last time, Jimmy was near death and Tumbleweed Jones fighting a rough terrain and a blizzard on horseback, must get Olsen to the doctor before it’s too late. Commentary on Radio Retropolis news and why Superman takes too long to save the day.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #135-The Howling Coyote Pt. 4 13:55

24d ago13:55

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In the last episode, Superman saved Jimmy Olsen from a fatal bullet while risking being exposed himself. Dusty and Lawson are still determined to kill young Olsen and devise a new plan. Commentary on where you can find great information on Superman movies, actors, and latest news.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #96- The Big Building 30:50

25d ago30:50

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Friday and Romero investigate the murder of an architect’s wife as both the husband and her step father blame the other for the killing. Commentary on how Dragnet combined the styles of the procedural and of the mystery to make a really smart, not whodunit, but "whichdunit".By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #134-The Howling Coyote Pt. 3 15:39

25d ago15:39

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Last time, Lawson and Dusty had it in for Comanche Joe to take over his ranch by using the legend of the Howling Coyote as incentive. But for Jimmy Olsen, it’s about to get very dangerous and only Superman can save the day. Commentary on how poorly the American Indian has been portrayed in the B movie westerns of the 30s and 40s.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #133-The Howling Coyote Pt. 2 13:38

26d ago13:38

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There is a danger for Comanche Joe, Jimmy and Clark that will once again force Clark to think quickly in saving the two without risking his secret identity as Superman. Commentary on American Indian stereotypes.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #95- The Big Imposter 29:06

27d ago29:06

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A missing boy is returned to his grandfather, but the grandfather believes there is something terribly wrong with his grandson. Something unrecognizable. Commentary on a softer tone direction plus being fooled as to the identity of the imposter.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #132-The Howling Coyote Pt. 1 14:52

27d ago14:52

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In a brand new serial, Perry receives a strange message of piled stones which is an Indian warning of an imminent death followed by an arrow that shatters a water glass. Is it a threat to Perry’s life…or a plea for help? Commentary on the Comanche Indians as well as Superman'struggle to keep his heroics from being seen.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #131- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 8 19:58

28d ago19:58

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Superman has figured out the hideout where the freight train has been stashed and plans to expose the big boss. He also discovers the train Jimmy is on will be blown up at Rainbow Bridge. Commentary on the similarities between this episode and the Superman TV episode Ghost Wolf as well as the accident George Reeves had on set during the episode tha…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #94- The Big Bindle 31:48

29d ago31:48

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Friday goes deep undercover as a dealer looking to expose a drug ring working out of a high-class hotel. Commentary on Jack Webb playing a tough con with comparisons to his previous series Pat Novak, For Hire. Plus, a special look at the exceptional use of sound effects in this episode's opening act.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #130- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 7 15:42

29d ago15:42

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Last time, we learned that Kent exposed the secret of the missing freight trains while Jimmy discovered that Kent never boarded the train as he is not there to meet him. Commentary on the special effects used during the recording of the Superman episodes.By Radio Retropolis

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The Superman Radio Podcast #129- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 6 16:37

30d ago16:37

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Last time, Mr. Fortune’s murder has still not been solved although Miss Bailey’s true allegiance to the mysterious crime boss is forcibly thrust upon us as she attempts to kill Superman. But Superman has a new plan to expose the scheme behind the vanishing freight car. Commentary on how Superman plays detective which is a different direction than h…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #128- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 5 15:01

1M ago15:01

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Last time, we learned that Kent exposed the secret of the missing freight trains while Jimmy discovers that Kent never boarded the train and is not there to meet him. Commentary on how those who cannot dispose of Superman by regular means still are not marveled by him yet.By Radio Retropolis

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #93- The Big Mailman 32:50

1M ago32:50

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Friday and Romero tackle forgery as someone has been successfully stealing mail and cashing other people’s checks. Commentary on the first use of a comedy routine with Friday and Romero that would be a staple in Dragnet from this point forward. Plus Harry Morgan talks about the humor in Dragnet as well as his relationship with Jack Webb.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #127- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 4 14:35

1M ago14:35

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Last time, Mr. Fortune’s murder has still not been solved although Miss Bailey’s true allegiance to the mysterious crime boss is forcibly thrust upon us as she attempts to kill Superman. But Superman has a new plan to expose the scheme behind the vanishing freight car. Commentary on whether Lois Lane is starting to believe in Superman.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #126- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 3 18:36

1M ago18:36

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Kent has discovered that a bank employee is involved in the missing $5 million with another character known only as the boss. What Kent doesn’t know is that they want to get rid of Lois and him. Commentary is on how Superman manages to intervene in the fate of Lois Lane as a common theme as well as further cementing their bond.…

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The Dragnet Radio Podcast #92- The Big Blast 34:36

1M ago34:36

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A young mother is shot dead in her bed while her seven-year-old son sleeps by her side. Friday and Romero received honorary Deputy Sheriff commendations in Baton Rouge which leads to a personal story from Jim about his same experience with actor Erik Estrada while working with the Bedford County Sheriff's Department.…

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The Superman Radio Podcast #125- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 2 14:49

1M ago14:49

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While investigating the missing freight train, Superman discovers an emerald that had fallen out of someone’s ring. Meanwhile Lois is at the train station with danger lurking close by. Commentary on Superman needing to changing from Clark to Superman rather quickly in a life or death situation while still staying out of sight. Plus we speak of the …

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The Superman Radio Podcast #124- $5 Million Gold Heist Pt. 1 15:31

1M ago15:31

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The Daily Planet gang investigates how a freight car transporting $5 million, sandwiched in between others, goes missing en route from one station to another.By Radio Retropolis