Radio Retropolis

Clark and Jimmy head to the Great White North to a logging camp for a little rest and relaxation but find that men are mysteriously dying from a curse known as the White Plague.

Perry and Jimmy have been captured by Lewis at gunpoint who we just found out is a double agent for Deutch. Clark , in the meantime, is still searching the coast line to make sure all was clear. Commentary on Perry White's strong words to Deutch that opened a much clearer direction in the Superman episodes as to who the real villain truly was in 1941.

The Shadow discovers a gang of crooks who buy old horses from desperate farmers and kills them for the insurance. Commentary on the lighter tone of these recent stories with this one geared specifically to the young listener despite its sinister plot. Also, pioneer cowboys, William S. Hart and Hoot Gibson who are referenced in one scene are discussed.

Clark and Jimmy spy a suspicious man pull a speedboat out of the water. Are the duo about to get the shock of their lives? Commentary on how they can possibly wrap up the action in the next 11 minute episode.

June 27, 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of DARK SHADOWS! Series commentary and exclusive interviews highlight the revealing secrets behind this amazing television phenomenon!

Episode 2 BACK TO COLLINSPORT re-issued from the 50th anniversary in 2016 is an hour long highlight from the cast. The actors speaks very candidly about their roles and the show itself. Some answers will surprise you. Most answers you never heard in this great of detail until now.

Stars featured in EXCLUSIVE NEW INTERVIEWS: * Kathryn Leigh Scott * David Selby * Jerry Lacy * Lara Parker * John Karlen *Plus one SPECIAL STAR who will be heard ONLY in a full interview in one of our upcoming podcasts!

In this hour, we discuss: * Auditioning for the show * Remembering Jonathan Frid * Acting inspirations * The Death of Dan Curtis * Flubs and TelePrompters * What made the series successful and much, much more!

Part 2 our in-depth look from concept to cancellation of the original series Dark Shadows (1966-71) with Jim Pierson, creator Dan Curtis' right hand man. He's been associated with Dan Curtis Productions for over twenty years as promotional director and producer. Topics discussed include:

* How Jonathan Frid's nervousness helped Barnabas Collins be a success.

* How ABC almost cancelled the series after 6 months.

* Why Joan Bennett decided to do the show.

* Why certain actors were fired and replaced.

* How this soap changed daytime television.

* How a phenomenon gets cancelled.

* plus much more behind the scenes analysis.

Celebrating the 60th anniv ersary of the cult classic DARK SHADOWS with this re-issue of this 50th anniversary podcast from 2016! Series commentary and exclusive interviews with answers to questions you have always wanted to know highlight the revealing secrets behind this amazing television phenomenon!

Episode 1 is a two-part in-depth look from concept to cancellation with Jim Pierson, creator Dan Curtis' right hand man. He's been associated with Dan Curtis Productions for over twenty years as promotional director and producer. Topics discussed include:

* How Jonathan Frid's nervousness helped Barnabas Collins be a success.

* How ABC almost cancelled the series after 6 months.

* Why Joan Bennett decided to do the show.

* Why certain actors were fired and replaced.

* How this soap changed daytime television.

* How a phenomenon gets cancelled.

* plus much more behind the scenes analysis.

A nightclub manager has been robbed and killed. The killers made good their escape. Commentary introducing Ben Alexander who joins the cast as Officer Frank Smith for the remainder of the radio and original television series. Plus, additional commentary on Chesterfield cigarettes being touted by Jack Webb and the medical community as a "healthy" cigarette.

Kent captured two of Deutch's thugs and tied them up in the stern of the boat. Little did he know that they cut their way through the ropes, set the boat on fire and they made their getaway leaving Jimmy and Clark to die at sea. Commentary on Superman's discoveries of his powers and abilities in previous episodes but not this time.

Lamont Cranston and Margo Lane are spending the weekend at their good and very wealthy friends the Bartons in which they learn that Henry Barton recently purchased a priceless gem known as the Great Harvey Diamond, which also is said to be cursed. Commentary on the clever plot twist as well as guest actor Alan Reed whose voice is known by many generations in one of the most iconic cartoon characters of all time.