Radio Retropolis

Kent and Father Malone try to save Kurt Travers' log cabin as it goes up in fiery blaze with him trapped inside. Can they get him out in time or will the White Plague Murderer claim another victim? Commentary on the defensive military action the US took on this day just three days after FDR's infamous speech about the country's position on the war in Europe.

Superman found Nancy and Jimmy drugged in the log cabin convincing him that someone in the camp was committing murder under the guise of a phony curse. But who is it and to what gain? Commentary on the significance of this date and the infamous speech from FDR on whether America would go to war.

A man has been shot and killed in his own home with his mother being the closest witness. But, the evidence discovered by Friday and Smith leads them in a new direction. Commentary on the darkness of this episode. Plus, star Helen Kleeb.

Kent and Harmon investigate the disappearance of Jimmy and Harmon's daughter, Nancy, and are shocked to find the kids' footprints in the snow abruptly end. Commentary on the opening theme and how some phrases, like "race a speeding bullet to its target", didn't quite sell the "super" in Superman in which changes needed to be made.

Last time, the White Plague took on a more physical form as several rifle shots were aimed at Clark and Jimmy. Commentary on how Jimmy Olsen came to be as well as the different Jimmys throughout the decades.

A drunken teenage boy who started a riot in chemistry class reveals a couple who is selling narcotics and liquor to him and some of his friends. Commentary on teen rebellion in the 1950's.

Last time, a logger presumably afflicted with the White Plague died who may have taken the secret of the curse to his grave unless Clark can figure it out before more men die. Commentary on Clark's lesson to Jim my and the listener about America and coal formation. Plus, The Superman TV episode Jungle Devil in which Kent crushes a lump of coal into a diamond and whether that could really happen.

A deadly trio form a phony insurance corporation in order to kill their clients and collect their insurance benefits. Commentary on the return to a more sinister tone and the significance that this broadcast date coincides with Josef Stalin's 60th birthday.

While in Canada heading to the logging camp, Clark, Jimmy and their guide find themselves surrounded by dozens of hungry timber wolves set to attack and Clark must figure out a way to save them without exposing his secret identity. Commentary on Superman's somewhat neanderthal use of his strength as he has yet to discover his other talents. Plus, the darkness of this serial is discussed.

A carjacking victim in the hospital doesn't provide any clues yet they believe the suspect has been spotted in San Francisco. But he claims to have an alibi for the crimes committed in Los Angeles. Commentary on the many Dragnets that followed including Dick Wolf's version starring Ed O'Neill.