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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.
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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.
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June 27, 2018 marks the 52nd anniversary of DARK SHADOWS! Series commentary and exclusive interviews highlight the revealing secrets behind this amazing television phenomenon!
Episode 2 BACK TO COLLINSPORT 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
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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.
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The first of twelve installments celebrating the 50th celebration of the cult classic DARK SHADOWS! 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Last time Jimmy Browning and Kent escaped by plane and are now headed to the boat not knowing what's in store for them there. Commentary on how Kent frequently forgets he's Superman.
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A gang hit-man threatens to kill Frank Smith's wife and children if he doesn't back off of his investigation in the gang's activities. Commentary on the introduction of a new cigarette sponsor-Chesterfield.
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Deutch, who is losing touch with reality with each episode, has just commanded all entrances sealed and to reverse the air ventilation to suffocate Clark, Jimmy and Professor Browning. How will Kent find a way out without revealing his secret identity? Commentary on the realities of the radium threat in 1941 which find its way in many science fiction dramas.
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Several workers in a tunnel construction project are killed in a depressurization chamber when the air pressure in it drops too quickly. Commentary on the real sandhogs of the day plus Kenny Delmar as Commissioner Weston in which we compare his most popular role as Senator Beauregard Claghorn from Fred Allen's Allen's Alley to that as the inspiration to one of Warner Brothers most famous cartoon characters.
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Last time, Clark freed Professor Browning who is the man behind the discovery of the radium ore deposit. But as they escape, Browning points out the running lights of a ship in which Kent will now see how these men are made to dig in the mines. Commentary on the use of reverse angles to enhance the Superman action as well as lead villain Deutch becoming more sadistic.
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A burglar is breaking into homes between 3:30 to 6pm using a credit card to open the lock. He robs the place and has a glass of milk before he leaves. Commentary on Fatima Cigarettes who will soon exit as sponsor of Dragnet.
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Clark and Jimmy witnessing hundreds of men chained together in the bottom of the pit of the volcano. Commentary on breaking down radium.
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While marooned on Volcano Island, both he, now as Clark Kent, and Jimmy witness a sea plane descending into the side of a volcano that opened up like a giant hatch.
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Several crewmen at sea have been treated for infection by the ship's doctor in which life saving amputations of the "infected" area had been performed while some have died. But what is the real sinister motive behind the cause of these infections? Discussion on the superior audio quality of this episode, as well as great storytelling, and where other pristine copies might be. We also discuss Cranston's sudden medical prowess and why this episode is completely misnamed as the Shadow doesn't return from anywhere.
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While tracking his dog, Storm, onto a mysterious sea plane, the plane starts to take off before Jimmy and his dog can get off. Where is this plane going? Could it be on its way to where Deutch is hiding? Commentary on the emerging "Super-Kent" in this series.
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A call comes in on a man after suffering a heart attack had died after he had fallen and fractured his skull. However, there is someone who knows more to the story that this man's death. Commentary on actor Sammy Ogg who co-starred in this episode. Plus actress June Whitley.
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Last time, Kent and Lewis found themselves courting danger as they investigate a car that was pushed into the water. Little do they know that Deutch has them in his sights. Commentary on the maturity of the characters and the actors now fully understanding their roles.
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