The Adventures Of...Podcast
By Pete Gould & Robert Benedict
The Adventures Of...PodcastMar 13, 2021
A Superhero in 7 minutes! - THE BLUE BEEETLE
EPISODE # 82 - BOND... JAMES BOND! - Part 2
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould wrap up their look at the cinematic exploits of the world's most famous secret agent, James Bond. Then again, if he's world famous, how is he still a SECRET agent? These questions and many more will be answered this week!
Special thanks to the amazing Jon Pinto for providing this week's artwork! Follow him at https://www.facebook.com/ArtofPinto
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EPISODE #81 - BOND... JAMES BOND! Part 1
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould look back at the most popular spy character of all time! There really is no other way to say it, we're talking about "Bond.... JAMES Bond".
In part one of our Bond discussion, we'll discus the character's beginnings, as well as focus on the first three motion picture actors to portray him. Sean Connery, George Lazenby, and Roger Moore.
So, "Pay attention, 007" because the ORIGINAL blockbuster spy is front and center this week on The Adventures Of...
Special thanks to the amazing Jon Pinto for providing this week's artwork! Follow him at https://www.facebook.com/ArtofPinto
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EPISODE #80 - THE GREATEST AMERICAN HERO
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould this week as we discuss the unlikely television hit series, "The Greatest American Hero!
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A Superhero in 7 Minutes Episode # 1: PLASTIC MAN
Welcome to our brand new mini-series! Designed to bring you Superheroes that fans have asked about, but not DEMANDED!! So, we will take a quick look at some of these characters, and if our listeners would like us to do a 'deeper dive' into these heroes we will certainly oblige!!
The first of our mini-episodes is centered on 'Plastic Man'! A pretty ridiculous hero, but he has been going since 1941, so he does have a fan base!! If you'd like us to take a deeper look into Plastic Man please write to us at theadventuresofshow@gmail.com
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EPISODE #79 - DR. DOOM vs LEX LUTHOR
In this episode, Peter Alden and Pete Gould look at two of the greatest villains ever; Dr. Doom and Lex Luthor! Peter presents the history of Doom, while Pete guides us through Luthor as they seek to find out WHO IS THE MOST TERRIFYING VILLAIN!
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EPISODE #78 - INVESTIGATING DICK TRACY
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould this week as they take a look at one of pulp fiction's greatest detectives. The man with the bright yellow trench coat and fedora. The man who stood up to crime and wiped it out whenever he saw it. The man who made two way wristwatches fashionable. Dick Tracy!
We'll discuss his origins, and all the various media the character has appeared in, including that time he went into space! I wish were joking about that last part. It's all waiting for you, so let's get going!
EPISODE #77 - INDYPALOOZA Part 4 - Kevin Brassard And The Adventure Of A Lifetime!
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould conclude their month long "Indypalooza", and the boys go out in style as they welcome special guest Kevin Brassard to the show!
Kevin was the very first stunt performer hired to portray Indiana Jones in a live action stunt show at the (then) Disney/ MGM studios in Orlando, Florida, and 30 years later... he's still doing it!
Kevin will talk about how he got the role, what were some memorable moments for him over the past 3 decades and exactly what kind of strain being an adventuring archeologist can put on the human body. Like Indy himself said: "It's not the years honey, it's the mileage."
EPISODE #76 - INDYPALOOZA Part 3 - Looking Back At "Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull"
Indypalooza continues this weeks as Peter Alden and Pete Gould discuss "Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull". Plus we'll wrap up our three part conversation with Kevin Brassard about what it was like to portray Indiana Jones for 30 years at the "Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular" stage show at the Disney Hollywood Studios (formally the Disney/MGM Studios) theme park in in Orlando Florida!
EPISODE #75 - INDYPALOOZA Part 2 - Looking Back At "Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom" & "Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade"
This week, Peter Alden And Pete Gould dust off their bullwhip, fedora & leather jacket to take a look back at "Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom" & "Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade".
Also, we will have part two of our three part interview with actor Stunt performer Kevin Brassard, the original Indiana Jones performer form the Disney/ MGM Studios live action show "The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular".
EPISODE #74 - INDYPALOOZA Part 1 - Celebrating The 40th Anniversary Of "Raiders Of The Lost Ark"
This week Peter Alden & Pete Gould begin their month-long "Indypalooza" salute of everything Indiana Jones!
We begin our retrospective by celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the film that started it all; "Raiders Of The Lost Ark"! We delve into trivia, rumors, and backstories galore surrounding the very first appearance of Indiana Jones.
In the last half of our show we highlight the "Indiana Jones Stunt Spectacular" from the Disney/MGM studios and present part 1 of our 3 part interview with Kevin Brassard. He was the very first stunt performer hired to portray "Indy" at the theme park in 1989, and is still cracking his bullwhip as the legendary adventurer over 30 years later!
You won't want to miss a minute of the thrill packed action that awaits you with INDYPALOOZA! As Dr. Jones would say, "Trust me."
EPISODE # 73 - TAO THEATER - LOIS & CLARK: THE NEW ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN - "TEMPUS, ANYONE?"
EPISODE #72 - JON PINTO - The Art Knight
This week, join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they welcome special guest, Jon Pinto to the show! Jon is an amazing artist with many different styles in his toolbox. From fine art styles that rival the best in to business, to fun, quirky retro 50s that make you smile and take you back to those simpler times.
We'll discuss his start in the art world and follow him from the Ringling College Of Art (Yes, the Ringlings from the circus!) , to Disney animation to his current passion project; a comic book that follows the vampire hunting exploits of quite possibly the most famous man of the 20th century!
Follow Jon online at: http://www.jonpinto.com/
and follow the serialized adventures of The King at: https://www.facebook.com/thekingcomicbook
EPISODE #71 - ELECTRA WOMAN AND DYNA GIRL
This Week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould take a look back to the world of Sid and Marty Kroft as they explored the superhero genre with the short lived, but cult classic, "Electra Woman and Dyna Girl". We'll talk about the original show as well as it's two (that's right, TWO) reboots! It's gonna be Electra-Awesome!
Where to watch the Virtual Superfriends Convention:
Virtual Superfriends Convention - www.facebook.com/phoenixsiscosplay
www.youtube.com/phoenixsisters
EPISODE #70 - THE FANTASTIC FOUR RADIO SHOW
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould take a trip back to the 1970s when Marvel Comics decided to delve into the world of syndicated radio dramas with the first family of comics, The Fantastic Four! Find out which Second City and future Saturday Night Live star played one of the main character roles and much more!
Lake Collect-a-Con (Special Guest Reb Brown - TV's Captain America) https://lakecollectacon.com
Virtual Superfriends Convention - www.facebook.com/phoenixsiscosplay
www.youtube.com/phoenixsisters
EPISODE #69 - THE BIONIC WOMAN
On this episode, Peter Alden and Pete Gould delve into the world of "The Bionic Woman" TV series starring Lindsay Wagner. They'll also cover the 3 made for TV Bionic Reunion Movies!
Special Feature this week, our own ‘Mary Marvel’ actress Claudia Wells checks in from Pensacon!
EPISODE #68 - AUTOMAN (An Adventures Of... Fan Request!)
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould do a show specifically requested by an "Adventures Of..." listener, Jay Norris.
So join the guys as they slip back to the early 1980s to discuss a buddy cop show with a difference. What happens when you take the police action/ adventure genre and mix it with a sci-fi/ adventure film from Walt Disney? If you're ABC, you get "AUTOMAN"!
EPISODE #67 - THE MUSIC OF MIKE POST
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould pay tribute to the man who defined TV music for the 70s and 80s, Mr. Mike Post! Join the guys as they talk about some of their favorite TV shows and listen along as we play some of the most iconic TV themes of all time. We'll even get a chance to hear the maestro in his own words!
EPISODE #66 KOJAK - A POWER RECORDS SPECIAL
What did you do when you were a kid in the late 1970s and you wanted to hear gritty tales of New York Police Detective Kojak but it was on too late for you to stay up to watch? Well, if you were like Peter Alden and Pete Gould, you broke out your Power Records collection!
That's right kids, this week the guys have four action packed stories featuring the man with the lollipop! HEY! SAPPERSTEIN! GO TURN ON THE ADVENTURES OF... PODCAST!
EPISODE #65 - IN DEFENSE OF TV'S CAPTAIN AMERICA
This week, join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they try to right a long held wrong for the much maligned "Captain America" TV Movies of the late 1970s. Were they "high art"? No. Then again, NOTHING on TV at the time was. It's all about perspective, people. And when viewed in the proper context, Reb Brown's portrayal of the Star Spangled Avenger was not only not as bad as you have heard, but it had a TON of heart!
Sit back in the Jury box as we make our case in defense of Reb Brown and TV's Captain America!
If you want to meet Reb Brown in person, and you are in the Central Florida area, he'll be at the 11th Annual Lake Collect-A-Con in Leesburg on Sunday, June 6th! Get all the details by going to their website here https://lakecollectacon.com/
EPISODE # 64 - TAO THEATER - LOIS & CLARK: THE NEW ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN - "TEMPUS FUGATIVE"
To celebrate SUPERMAN's 83rd birthday, Pete Gould invited radio personality and SUPERMAN fan Robert Benedict to join him this week for another TAO Theater. This time, we feature the episode "Tempus Fugitive" from the Second Season of the hit ABC series "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures Of SUPERMAN".
Of course, seeing as how this shows SUPERMAN in a positive light and no one will be making fun of SUPERMAN, Peter Alden decided that he had better things to do! So grab your Lois & Clark DVD box set or purchase the episode from Amazon Prime, turn the TV volume down and crank the computer up as we enjoy this installment of TAO Theater!
EPISODE # 63 - REMEMBERING LES TREMAYNE - With Special Guests Michael Gray & Brian Cutler.
This week, The Adventures of celebrates what would have been Les Tremayne's 108th birthday, by taking a look back at his career and chatting with two of his co-stars. From "Shazam", Michael Gray and from "The Secrets Of Isis", Brian Cutler.
So join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as we listen to some neat stories and get some kind words about our "Mentor", Les Tremayne!
EPISODE # 62 - ARCHER - With Special Guest "TV's Michael Gray"!
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould this week along "TV'S Michael Gray as we discuss one of the funniest send-ups of the spy-thriller genre, Archer! This show follows the exploits of a dysfunctional intelligence agency, led by Sterling Archer and seven of his colleagues, his mother Malory Archer, Lana Kane, Cyril Figgis, Cheryl Tunt, Pam Poovey, Ray Gillette and Dr. Algernop Krieger.
Do you WANT funny? Because THAT's How you get FUNNY!!
Episode #61 - AQUAMAN vs NAMOR (THE SUBMARINER) - WHO'S THE LAMEST OF THEM ALL?
Episode #60 - A CONVERSATION WITH JOANNA PANG ATKINS (Cindy Lee from "The Secrets of Isis")
Episode #59 - A CONVERSATION WITH BRIAN CUTLER (Rick Mason on "The Secrets Of Isis")
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould welcome Actor, Singer, Director, and all around good guy, Brian Cutler to join us for a conversation of his life and career. Many of our listeners may know him best as Rick Mason from "The Secrets Of Isis" television show, but that just scratches the surface of the many accomplishments and adventures Brian has had!
So everyone settle down because class is about to start on "The Adventures Of..." with our very special guest Brian Cutler!
Episode #58 - EVEN MORE POWER RECORDS!
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould take us on another trip down memory lane with more stores from Power Records! This week, we feature stories from Captain Marvel (SHAZAM!), The Incredible Hulk, and SUPERMAN! We also try to answer the burning question on EVERYONE'S minds...what the hell is a "Rex Tyrannosaurus"?!?!?
Episode #57 - THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS a.k.a. AN EVENING WITH BATMAN PART 2 - Featuring Camiel Long from "The Murder Hour".
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as we welcome back Camiel Long from "The Murder Hour", to finish our discussion of the Dark Knight Detective Himself, Batman!
Episode #56 - THE RETURN OF "THE JUGGERNAUT" a.k.a. AN EVENING WITH BATMAN - Featuring Camiel Long from "The Murder Hour".
This week, Camiel Long from "The Murder Hour" joins Peter Alden and Pete Gould in studio to FINALLY talk about Batman! We'll track the character's path from is beginnings as an urban crime fighter in the 1930s all up to an rather unfortunate event in the Ethiopian desert in 1988.
Fear not though Bat-fans! This is only part one! So make sure your utility belt is secure and get ready as we talk all things batty!
Episode #55 - "YOU WANNA HEAR SOMETHING FUNNY?" - With Special Guest Claudia Wells
This week, you are in quite a treat as Peter Alden and Pete Gould take a fun little detour from the road of superheroes to spend some quality time with Claudia Wells! You know her best as the original Jennifer Parker from "Back To The Future", but if that's ALL you know about Claudia, you haven't even BEGUN to scratch the surface.
Not only is she an actress, but since 1991, she's owned and operated the popular clothing design store in downtown Los Angeles called Armani Wells! This is a fun one that will be sure to have you laughing all the way from Hill Valley and beyond!
Episode #54 - ZORRO: STARRING GUY WILLIAMS - With Special Guest TJ McDonnell (Part 2)
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould welcome back Zorro expert TJ McDonnell. After last week's history primer into who the character is and where his roots were, this week, we talk about perhaps his most famous incarnation; the 1950s Disney TV series starring Guy Williams! We'll also touch on the 1990s Zorro syndicated series as well.
Saddle up, as we ride one again with the masked avenger known as ZORRO!
Episode # 53 - THE LEGEND OF ZORRO - With Special Guest TJ McDonnell (Part 1)
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould are joined by special guest TJ McDonnell as they travel back to the time of old Mexico and the hero of the oppressed. Some say he is one of the ORIGINAL "Super Heroes", who, over 100 years after his creation, still resonates today! He is known to his enemies as "The Spanish Fox, or "The Man In Black", to the people he fights for he is simply... Zorro!
Episode #52 - MEGO MEMORIES - With Special Guest Will Rogers.
This week, join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they welcome back Will Rogers to discuss the wonderful world of Mego Toys! So sit back and get your action figures out, it's time to play!
Episode #51 - THE ADVENTURES OF SUPERBOY AND SUPERPUP!
In the late 50s and early 60s there were two SUPERMAN family pilots that were shot and have never seen the light of day. In fact many of the most die-hard fans have no idea they even existed... until now!
Join Pete Gould this week with his guest film historian John Field as they discuss the un-aired pilots for "The Adventures Of Superboy" and "The Adventures Of Superpup"!
We're NOT kidding! These were going to be ACTUAL live-action television shows!
Episode #50 - T.A.O. THEATER - LOIS & CLARK: THE NEW ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN PILOT EPISODE
T.A.O. Theater returns! Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they travel back to September 12, 1993 and watch the Pilot Episode for "Lois & Clark: The New Adventures Of SUPERMAN"! We'll be watching right along with you and commenting on the 90 minute pilot that introduced a whole new generation of TV viewers to Clark Kent/ SUPEMAN, Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, Perry White, Lex Luthor and more as this new series took a romantic comedy spin on the classic action/adventure superhero genre. So get your DVDs ready (or stream it online) to watch along with us as we head to Metropolis to meet the 90s new Man Of Steel!
Episode #49 - C. ANDREW NELSON - Visual Effects Artist with ILM, Voice Actor and Lucasfilm Darth Vader Performer.
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould this week as they chat with C. Andrew Nelson. He is a visual effects artist who has worked with Industrial Light and Magic on "Star Wars" Episode I and II, Galaxy Quest and more. He is an accomplished voice actor and producer, and for 18 years he portrayed the physical form of Darth Vader in several Lucarsarts video games, and many Lucasfilm public appearances.
He even became part of cinematic history when he portrayed the Dark Lord of the Sith's body in the Special Edition of "The Empire Strikes Back"! I guess you could say that his resume' is; "Impressive... MOST impressive!"
Episode #48 - NEW YEAR'S DAY 2021 SPECIAL (AKA "THE JUGGERNAUT") Featuring Kaitlin, Dustin, Camiel & Al From "The Murder Hour".
After what we went through in 2020, we feel it's only fitting that we start the New Year off right with a "Very Special Episode" of The Adventures Of...
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they hang out with the gang from "The Murder Hour" and TRY to do an episode on Batman. Then, they'll engage in a battle of the (dim) wits as we take OUR turn at the trivia contest challenge. Will we win? Will we Lose? All I can promise is that there will be LOTS of BOOZE!
So get yourself a designated driver and spend some time with "Professional" drinkers, Dustin, Al "The Beers Guy", Peter Alden and "The Juggernaut" himself, Camiel Long! Pete Gould is the ONLY sober person in the room! May God have mercy on him!
Episode #47 - 2020 CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they reminisce about their favorite Christmas toys and memories. We'll have a word from our resident super hero John Davey, plus, our annual Adventures Of... Christmas Classic, the Power Records Batman Christmas episode! So grab some egg nogg cozy up to the fireplace and have a Very Merry Christmas, "The Adventures Of..." style!
Episode #46 - 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW
It’s our ONE YEAR Anniversary! Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they look back on the past year and feature highlights of their interviews with Burt Ward, Shannon Farnon Michael Gray and John Davey!
Episode #45 - THE INCREDIBLE HULK TV SERIES REVISITED Pt. 2
Episode #44 - THE INCREDIBLE HULK TV SERIES REVISITED Pt. 1
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould discuss the classic CBS television series "The Incredible Hulk". Stick around and have some fun, you may learn something new, but whatever you do, DON'T make Pete Angry....you wouldn't LIKE him when he's angry!
Episode #43 - QUAREN-TUNES (Part Two)
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they sit back and continue to social distance with the greatest Rock-N-Roll Soundtrack for an animated feature ever made! the 1986 classic "Transformers The Movie"!
Also, be sure to stay until the very end. Pete put together a special music piece to pay tribute to a REAL "Guitar Hero" who was lost on October 6th, 2020!
Episode #42 - POWER RECORDS RETURNS
In this episode, we return to look into the 1970's phenomena of Power Records. These were audio stories with full casts, music and, in some cases, a comic book to read along with the story. Power Records held licensing for DC and Marvel Comics as well as TV shows The Six Million Dollar Man, Star Trek, Planet Of The Apes and Kojak (among others). In this installment we look at two of the 'creepier' stories from the world of Superheroes. One from DC and one from Marvel. We begin with BATMAN - The Scarecrow Corpse, and then MAN-THING - Night Of The Laughing Dead.
We also have an update on the voice actors for Power Records, and have put some names to some characters! Special Thanks to Chris and Rob at the POWER RECORDS PODCAST (Found Here: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/the-power-records-podcast/) as they have been relentless in their search as well.
Also, as talked about in this episode, we are posting a link to a public radio podcast called "THIS AMERICAN LIFE": Episode #121 - Twentieth Century Man. This is the episode about Keith Aldrich featuring interviews with his 9 children. Keith wrote stories for Power Records, and was the early voice of 'Batman' in these stories; 'Stacked Cards', 'The Scarecrows Mirage', 'Catwoman's Revenge' and 'If Music Be The Food Of Death'. You can hear the entire episode here: https://www.thisamericanlife.org/121/twentieth-century-man
Episode #41 - WONDER WOMAN Pt. 2
Peter Alden and Pete Gould are back this week with Part 2 of their Wonder Woman discussion. With World War II now a distant memory, season two of this iconic television series sees Wonder Woman thrown head first into the Disco-era 70s! Turtle Necks, Leisure Suits and Bell Bottoms! Aaaah, you can almost SMELL the polyester! Thank God Lynda Carter is here to help us make it though it all!
Episode #40 - WONDER WOMAN Pt.1
Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould this week as they discuss the adventures of everyone's favorite Amazon Warrior Princess, Wonder Woman! Plus, our resident Super Hero John Davey puts it all into perspective at the end. And also be sure to listen for an awesome contest that you can enter!
Episode #39 - TAO THEATER - BATMAN MEETS THE GREEN HORNET
Gotham's dynamic duo finally meet their match when the Green Hornet and Kato come to town! Join Peter Alden and Pete Gould as they provide a complete episode commentary for this two part story from the classic Batman television series! Don't forget the popcorn!
Episode #38 - BUCK ROGERS IN THE 25TH CENTURY
What happens when you get two two middle aged men talking about one of the coolest TV shows of the late 70s that also had two of the most beautiful women ever to appear on TV at that time? This weeks show!
That's right, Peter Alden and Pete Gould relive their youth once again and travel back to "...The year 1987..." when " NASA launched the last of it's deep space probes." You guessed it, we're talking about "Buck Rogers In The 25th Century!" Plus, a new member joins the team!
EPISODE #37 - THE SHADOW
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould discuss the man who has the power to cloud men's minds. Who cloaks himself in darkness and who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men. The creature of the night who's very laugh strikes terror into criminal's hearts everywhere...The Shadow!
EPISODE #36 - THE GREEN HORNET
This week, Peter Alden and Pete Gould discuss one of the most underrated heroes on our list, the masked avenger known as The Green Hornet. From his start as a 1940s radio serial, to his first big screen appearance, to the cult hit TV series of the 1960s and the most recent big budget blockbuster attempt, the guys discuss all things green this week. Join them won't you?
Oh, and here's the youtube link for the fan made short film that they talk about on this week's show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Rjm53J1G4M
And here's another fan film link that we discovered after we did the show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2Y8YFBdNzc
EPISODE #35 - THE MURDER HOUR
This week, Pete Gould joins the gang over at "The Murder Hour Podcast" to discuss the death of TV's SUPERMAN, George Reeves! So grab a beer, MANY of them in fact, and listen to the alcohol fueled discussion!