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Radio Retropolis

Jim Romanovich
Superman
Lois Lane
Hans Holbein's Doll Factory
Daily Planet
Horace Morton
Explosives
Weather Machine
Music Mountain
Melville
Alonzo Craig
Los Angeles Police Department
Radium
Clark Kent
New Birmingham
The Roseland Roof Murders
Pitchblende
Dr. Horace Morton
Dragnet
Ellesmere Land
Elmer Rogers

A network of podcasts under several genres relating to the retro pop culture field and how these features are relevant to everyone today. These podcasts will consist of classic radio dramas and commentary from Jim Romanovich, blogs, new interviews from individuals who contributed to the pop culture experience, and high-end audio documentaries.

PublishesDailyEpisodes300Founded10 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Abner Sykes explains to Lois and Clark that he can prove how his machine has been manipulating the weather.  JR comments on George Reeves' appearance on I Love Lucy.

John Phillips is having an affair with his pretty secretary and he fears it won't be long before his wife finds out. With his secretary’s growing infatuation and Lucille heading down to the office that same day, John finds himself consumed by both pa... more

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Enemies of the United States have developed a germ that could wipe out the entire army, eventually leaving the U.S. open to invasion. The Shadow must hurry and find out who is behind it and if a cure is available.

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In Act 2 of Suspicion, with Mr. Mummery recovering from his poisoning attempt, he is determined to get to the truth of who wants him dead.  Is it the escaped Mrs Andrews?  Is Mrs Sutton really Mrs. Andrews?  Or is there another possible motive?  JR c... more

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Recent Guests

Mercedes McCambridge
Renowned actress known for radio drama and her performance in The Exorcist
Episode: The Lights Out Radio Podcast #56- The Author and the Thing
Johnny McGovern
Child actor known for several appearances in radio and television
Mason Productions
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #51- George and Liz are Handcuffed
Hans Conrad
Actor with a notable background in radio and television
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #51- George and Liz are Handcuffed
Hal March
Actor and television personality
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #51- George and Liz are Handcuffed
James M. Cain
Author of the original novel 'Love's Lovely Counterfeit'
Episode: The Suspense Radio Podcast #250- Love's Lovely Counterfeit: Act 2 (1/17/48)
Jerry Hausner
Guest star, voice actor known for his work on I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #47- College Homecoming
Jose Ferrer
Noted actor of the New York stage, famous for his role as Cyrano de Bergerac
Stage and Film Actor
Episode: The Suspense Radio Podcast #245- The Pit and the Pendulum (11/27/47)
Anne Whitfield
Voice actress with roles in classic radio and animation
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #42- Superstition
Frank Nelson
Voice actor known for his comedic roles
Episode: The My Favorite Husband Radio Podcast #42- Superstition

Host

Jim Romanovich
Jim Romanovich is a host and commentator, known for his insightful analysis and engaging storytelling style, particularly in vintage radio dramas and pop culture critiques.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Excellent OTR podcast!

    Fantastic selection of shows, great host who adds interesting information about the episode history, actors, or other related content. He keeps it interesting but light, just the right amount of accompanying info.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    phxross
    United States4 years ago
  • The episodes are always great, but Romanovich's research and commentary after every episode really ignited my love for this pod. His historical showbiz anecdotes are always great.

    Podchaser
    5
    Jonathan O'Neill
    4 years ago
  • This is a review

    I am giving this podcast a positive review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TallRaymond
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    I really enjoy listening to the old shadow episodes. This recent run featuring Orson and Agnes Moorhead was a special treat. The host is smart and well informed. Just fantastic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lojjl77
    United States7 years ago
  • Fantastic!

    I really enjoy listening to the old shadow episodes. This recent run featuring Orson and Agnes Moorhead was a special treat. The host is smart and well informed. Just fantastic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lojjl77
    United States7 years ago

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Fans express a desire for more content related to classic radio shows, demonstrating a strong interest in expanding the repertoire of featured dramas.
Listeners appreciate the blend of nostalgia and historical commentary, highlighting the unique presentation of classic radio dramas and the cultural significance they hold.
Reviews indicate a positive reception for the host's engaging style and informative insights, making complex themes accessible and interesting to the audience.

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#212
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Content focuses on the revival and exploration of classic radio dramas and their cultural significance, immersing listeners in vintage storytelling while drawing parallels to contemporary themes. The productions often highlight classic series like "The Shadow," "Lights Out," and others from the golden age of radio, enriched by the host's insightful commentary that connects past narratives with present-day relevance. The unique combination of nostalgic audio dramas, interviews, and thematic discussions presents an engaging way for audiences to appreciate the ongoing impact of retro pop culture on modern society.

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Radio Retropolis launched 10 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Radio Retropolis include:

1. Mercedes McCambridge
2. Johnny McGovern
3. Hans Conrad
4. Hal March
5. James M. Cain
6. Jerry Hausner
7. Jose Ferrer
8. Anne Whitfield

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