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The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast.

The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast.

By Edward Franklin German

This show is devoted to discussions of science fiction movies, television, and literature from the 1950s.
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Mini-cast: Atompunk

The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast.Apr 09, 2024

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Mini-cast: Atompunk

Mini-cast: Atompunk

In this mini-cast, I will discuss the gene of Atompunk or Atomicpunk.

Apr 09, 202403:04
Radio Drama Review: X-Munis-One, two episodes

Radio Drama Review: X-Munis-One, two episodes

I will review two sci-fi radio dramas from the classic science fiction series X-Munis-One—a Gun for a Dinosaur and Hallucination Orbit in this episode.

Feb 20, 202417:09
New Year Mini-cast
Jan 07, 202402:14
Movie Review: The Earth Vs. The Flying Saucers.

Movie Review: The Earth Vs. The Flying Saucers.

In this episode, I will discuss the classic 50s sci-fi movie The Earth V.s The Flying Saucers.

Dec 10, 202320:10
Comic Review: The EC Archives.

Comic Review: The EC Archives.

In this episode, I will review three comic stories in the comic book series, Incredible Science Fiction, which EC Comics published during the early to mid-1950s.

Oct 22, 202312:50
Lights Out! TV Show.

Lights Out! TV Show.

In this special episode of the podcast, I will talk about the Light Out TV show from the early 50s. Lights Out started as a radio drama during the 30s and was very popular. During the early days of television, it was produced as a live show.

Sep 09, 202304:44
Book Review: Mission of Gravity.

Book Review: Mission of Gravity.

This show is a book review of the hard science fiction novel Mission of Gravity by Hal Clement.

Jul 15, 202308:13
Movie Review: It Came from Outer Space.

Movie Review: It Came from Outer Space.

In this episode, I will talk about the classic science fiction movie, It Came from Outer Space.
May 31, 202318:51
New Podcast Trailer

New Podcast Trailer

This is a new podcast trailer for the show. It is brief and to the point unlike my first one. The first trailer is still valid and I will reclassify it as a regular ep.

Apr 10, 202300:49
Update and call for support.

Update and call for support.

This is a short clip, I am reaching out for support for my podcast. You can use the lisener support link on the podcast profile page. Plese feel free to donate any amout you chose.

Apr 02, 202304:47
The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast: Tom Corbet Space Cadet

The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast: Tom Corbet Space Cadet

In today's show, I will discuss the 50s sci-fi TV show, Tom Corbet Space Cadet.  Tom Corbet was a TV, radio, and comic book series based on the science fiction story Space Cadet by Robert Hineline.  The series aired during the early 50s and was broadcasted live. 

Mar 19, 202313:35
Radio Drama Review, 2000 Plus, and Escape, episodes The Flying Saucers, North of Polaris.

Radio Drama Review, 2000 Plus, and Escape, episodes The Flying Saucers, North of Polaris.

Today I will review two science fiction radio drama episodes from two different radio shows. 

Dec 31, 202213:15
Vidcast #3

Vidcast #3

This is another experimental video podcast—no script and unedited.  I am just talking about the show and using it to promote myself.  The video is available on Spotify and all other platforms are in audio only.  I will upload it to my Instagram and YouTube accounts.  

Oct 19, 202208:38
Short story and Movie review: Target Earth and Deadly City.

Short story and Movie review: Target Earth and Deadly City.

This episode I will discuss the movie Target Earth and the short story Deadly City that it was based on.  

Oct 16, 202219:13
Video podcast

Video podcast

This clip is a pervious podcast/videocast.  I am working some tech issues and I am working on getting my vidcast uploaded to Spotify. 

Sep 30, 202203:21
Vodcast 2

Vodcast 2

This is a second attempt to create a podcast vid using Riverside FM.  

Sep 27, 202201:58
My First Vidcast

My First Vidcast

This is my first Vidcast using Riverside.FM as the platform.  It is simply an experimental video that is raw and unedited. 

Aug 30, 202203:21
Movie Review: Rocketship X-M

Movie Review: Rocketship X-M

Today I will review the  1950 sci-fi movie Rocketship X-M, one of the earliest sci-fi movies released during the 50s. 

Jun 28, 202212:29
Podcast Update

Podcast Update

I am just letting my listeners know I am still here and active.  I haven't been able to work on my show in a while, however a new one is in the works. 

Jun 17, 202200:58
Comic Review: Keyton of the Star Patrol.

Comic Review: Keyton of the Star Patrol.

 I will discuss the comic book, Keyton of the Star Patrol which appeared in, Stange Worlds comics, published by Altas in 1950.  I have mentioned Keyton before in season 1 episode 3. 

Mar 12, 202210:44
Dimeson X Episode Review

Dimeson X Episode Review

In today's episode of the show, I will review two episodes of Dimeson X.  A science fiction radio drama that aired in the early 50s on the NBC radio network.  It was the precursor to X-Munis-One and had some of the same stories.  I will discuss the very first episode Outer Limit aired on April 8, 1950, and the 13th show A Logic named Joe aired on July 1, 1950.  

Jan 30, 202223:14
Movie Review: Kronos

Movie Review: Kronos

Today I will review the 1957 science fiction movie, Kronos.  Kronos is a b-grade 50s sci-fi movie that has obtained minor cult status among sci-fi fans.  It has one of the most unusual alien monsters ever shown in a 50s b film. 

Nov 18, 202112:52
Book review: The Man Who Japed by Philip K. Dick.

Book review: The Man Who Japed by Philip K. Dick.

In this episode, I will discuss one of the earliest works of sci-fi author Philip K. Dick.  The man who Japed is his second novel published by Ace in 1956 and was a part of an Ace double back book.  I am familiar with the work of PKD via the various movies that have been made around his novels and short stories.  I have never read any of his work until now.  I hope that you will enjoy my review. 

Oct 26, 202127:22
New Mic Demo

New Mic Demo

This is not a standard episode of my show but rather a new mic demo for the podcast.  It is non-scripted and not edited.  Please feel free to give me feedback in your comments. 

Sep 10, 202103:57
Atomic War, Civil Defense and Fallout Shelters.

Atomic War, Civil Defense and Fallout Shelters.

In this episode, I will examine the culture of civil defense that existed in the 50s.  Many Americas believed that with proper planning, the US would survive an Atomic attack.  I will review two TV presentations from the 50s that convey that perspective.  First up is Atomic Attack, a fictional account of a suburban housewife surviving an attack.  The second is a documentary entitled  A Day Called X, the program demonstrates how effective civil defense can be if planned according.  The document uses real people and not actors including the Mayor of Portland, OR where the story takes place. 

Sep 05, 202120:60
This Island Earth.

This Island Earth.

Today I will discuss one of my all-time favorite science fiction movies from the 1950s.  This Island Earth released in 1955 starting with Rex Reason, Jeff Morrow, and Fath Demorque.  This is no b-grade flick but an A-list science fiction story that is more a thinking man's movie than mindless fun. I recently did a mini-review as a contributor to another podcast. 

Aug 01, 202115:00
Short Story Review: Shill and The Girl in Tube 14.

Short Story Review: Shill and The Girl in Tube 14.

In this episode of the show, I will be discussing two short fiction stories published in 1955.  The first is Shill printed in The Worlds of IF, second story The Girl in Tube 14 printed in Fantastic Science Fiction.

Apr 16, 202113:36
Movie Review: Creature with the Atom brain

Movie Review: Creature with the Atom brain

In this episode of the podcast, I will be reviewing the sci-fi/horror movie Creature with the Atom Brain.  This 1955 creature feature stars Richard Denning as a forensic scientist who works to stop an army of Atomic Monsters.  It's a neat 50s sci-fi movie that advertises that it is based on real science. 

Mar 09, 202120:46
50s sci-fi literature

50s sci-fi literature

In this episode, I will talk about 1950s sci-fi pulp magazines and novels. 

Jan 28, 202110:33
More 50s Sci-fi TV shows.

More 50s Sci-fi TV shows.

In this episode, I will talk more about 50s sci-fi shows.  The Adventures of Superman and Captain Zero. 

Dec 29, 202016:28
Riders to the Stars: A sci-fi movie review.

Riders to the Stars: A sci-fi movie review.

In this episode, I will review the 1954 science fiction movie Riders to the Stars.  

Nov 21, 202015:04
Science Fiction Comic books from the 1950s S1E3

Science Fiction Comic books from the 1950s S1E3

In this episode, I will discuss comics from the 1950s.  

Oct 28, 202015:50
1950s Sci-fi TV shows

1950s Sci-fi TV shows

In the episode of my podcast, I will take a look at 50s science fiction TV shows.  

Oct 05, 202012:24
Episode 1, 50s sci-fi radio dramas.

Episode 1, 50s sci-fi radio dramas.

In this episode, I will be discussing 1950s sci-fi radio dramas such as X-minus-one and Dimension X.  

Sep 20, 202015:12
The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast.

The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast.

This episode is an introduction to the podcast. This podcast will cover 1950s sci-f TV, movies, and literature.
Aug 31, 202006:41