Radio Retropolis

A man posing as a doctor is burglarizing homes in the city. Commentary on William H. Parker, Los Angeles Police Chief, who in this episode gives Dragnet and Jack Webb a citation for merit for the authentic portrayal of the LAPD.  Parker modeled his tenure as chief after Dragnet.

When Lois investigates the source of this inheritance news, she tracks down the real beneficiary only to learn that the woman already knew of her inheritance. Commentary on the evolution of Superman's costume through the years.

An exiled megalomaniac Russian leader of a cold dreary island named Sakhalin intimidates his people through torture and random murder until one day the Czar sends a bureaucratic official to inspect the region. Commentary on mental disorders relating to different stages of sadism as .characterized by the lead in this episode.  We also look at the czars of Russia and what caused their immediate downfall in 1917.

For the last three months, a lunatic huntsman has been torpedoing ships at sea from his pirate submarine. Lamont Cranston, aka The Shadow, reads about the disasters and investigates.

Tonight’s story about a man with amnesia caught in a murder plot concludes with Act 2.  Commentary on other adaptations of this story in very famous movies.  Plus, our new narrator and star Robert Montgomery.

In Act 1 of the new hour long episode format, this is the story of a man who wakes on the street one day only to discover he lost three years of his life under a different name and is wanted for murder.  Commentary on new format and the plot device of this episode about "losing time".

Lois Lane returns to the Daily Planet and receives news that she is about to inherit $1 million.  We discuss Joan Alexander, the voice of Lois Lane, and compare all the other actresses who portrayed Lois.

After dating the Coopers’ postman, Mr. Negley, for three years, Katy feels that their relationship is not going anywhere, so she enlists Liz's help.

A store clerk has been murdered and all Friday knows is that the killer is well dressed and escapes using taxis. Commentary on the specific  detail of the beverages  being consumed and why Webb felt it was important to focus on these minor moments.  Plus, we'll discuss why Joe Friday's catchphrase is "Just the Facts, Ma' am" -or was it?

Clark Kent finds himself in a awkward situation after catching that bullet that he must now convince Inspector Henderson, who witnessed everything, that he is not Superman.  Commentary on the return of Lois Lane as this story ends quickly.  Plus, JR on working remotely.

A jealous professor murders and mummifies the bodies of his wife and her lover in an ancient South American jungle heat-shrinking process but finds he can’t escape his torturous thoughts. Commentary on the real life story in which this episode was based as well a short introspection on the laws surrounding crimes of passion at that time.

An Indian mystic tries to save his brother from the electric chair by kidnapping the Governor.

The comedy husband and wife team of Ozzie and Harriet in a not so funny story about money from an inheritance and murder.  Commentary on the career of Ozzie and Harriet along with superstar son Ricky Nelson.

While Superman awaits further news of the racketeers, Dave Powers stares down the barrel of a loaded gun while Inspector Henderson makes a startling discovery that could change everything.  Commentary on Superman's identity and the TV series "Superman and Lois".

As Christmas is around the corner,  Liz realizes that she neglected to save her money for presents. So, she takes up babysitting to earn money while George thinks she’s stepping out with another man. Commentary on one scene heard here that would never be allowed on the television version of the show as the NAB passed a Code of Conduct in 1951 that was felt for over three decades.

Friday goes undercover as a hit man to prevent a man from murdering his wife.` Commentary on Jack Webb's role in Marlon Brando's first film The Men as well as his characterization of Friday's undercover role as being similar to his Pat Novak, For Hire character-a series he did the year before Dragnet.

Professor Blessing and Froggy with plan in hand to murder diner owner Dave Powers, sets out to complete their task tonight.  Commentary on the evolution of the "S" insignia on the Superman chest shield.

A woman inherits a mysterious island and finds it populated with inhuman creatures. Commentary on the basic conflict since humans evolved-the haves and the have nots.

The Shadow must expose and save the lives of several government officials targeted by the White Legion, a group of vigilantes taking justice into their own hands, who are willing to make attacks in broad daylight without fear of retaliation.

Tonight, a gambler experiences a string of wins that results in his worst luck ever.  Commentary on the classic comedy bit "That’s Good, That’s Bad".  Plus, star Dan Duryea.