The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast
Our Mission is to Honor and Celebrate Christopher Reeve’s legacy and the Directors, Filmmakers, Writers, Cast and Crew of the classic Superman movie series.
Episodes
September 25, 2023 • 13 mins
In Episode 49, Part 1 Jay Towers and Jim Bowers reflect back on their Alberta Adventure, visiting some of the original filming locations for Superman and Superman III. This video podcast takes you to downtown Calgary for a few of the Metropolis scenes is Superman III. They guys also check out the starship crash site, Smallville High and some of the most famous train tracks in Superman '78 History! Jay & Jim also get a first loo...
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April 24, 2023 • 31 mins
In Episode 48, Jay & Jim are back and this time they each have the brand new Superman 5-Film Collection 4K Steelbook. It's a very first look and first listen! This special episode can also be viewed on CapedWonder.com, facebook, and youtube. The first of many deep dives in the Christopher Reeve Legacy of Superman Films. Superman, Superman II, Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut, Superman III and Superman IV.
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December 24, 2022 • 47 mins
In this Christmas Eve final episode of 2022, Jay & Jim look forward to a very exciting 2023! Warner Bros. Discovery has announced “Celebrating Every Story,” kicking off a huge campaign to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Warner Bros. studio and Superman is a big part of that story as Jay & Jim discuss the Superman 5-Film 4K Collection. The guys also look back at some of the brightest moments this past year including...
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October 6, 2022 • 28 mins
In this Special Edition of the Caped Wonder Superman Podcast Martin Lakin joins Jay Towers for a special VIP Preview of the 2022 Propstore Entertainment Memorabilia. Our guest is Stephen Lane who once again does not disappoint. An amazing Superman Costume! Boots from Non and Zod! Those amazing and complete Ursa and Supergirl costumes and so much more. This is a very special VIDEO podcast you can watch on the CapedWonder Facebook pa...
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September 18, 2022 • 22 mins
On Episode 46, Jay & Jim are excited to announce a SUPER partnership with Official Pix Authentic Autographs! We have a great talk with Chris Wyman from Official Pix about The upcoming Definitive Autograph Signing with Gene Hackman. Rare photos, your send-ins, pen style and paper! We discuss it all on this special episode.
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August 7, 2022 • 28 mins
Jim & Dolores live in Canada and not only do they have a story to tell, but they have the pictures to prove it. In episode 45 Jay Towers & Jim Bowers head back to the falls to hear the extraordinary story behind the family of 4 who pop up all over the iconic Niagara Falls scene in Superman II. Why were they in the film? How did they get so many so many photos and how did their children get on the laps of Christopher Reeve & Margot ...
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July 17, 2022 • 38 mins
In Episode 44 Jay Towers & Jim Bowers have a great conversation with actress Ellen Bry. Before Spider-Man, St. Elsewhere, Star Trek , Deep Impact and countless films and tv shows, Ellen was the stunt double for Margot Kidder while filming of the Metropolis scenes in New York for Superman & Superman II. Ellen is a great story teller. From the Fruit Stand on 42nd street we get all the filming secrets and more! Jay & Jim take a Metrop...
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April 18, 2022 • 29 mins
It's the 35th Anniversary of Superman IV and Lacy Warfield has returned to the Daily Planet. In Episode 43, Jay Towers & Jim Bowers are thrilled to chat with Mariel Hemingway about her role in the Reeve Legacy of films. How did Margot Kidder help Mariel become a mom? What about all of those extra scenes of Lacy? What does she love about meeting fans? Mariel was so much fun and helps the guys preview her appearance at the Christophe...
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March 29, 2022 • 48 mins
It's the website that started it all! 20 years later and CapedWonder.com is still more powerful than a locomotive! In this special edition podcast, Jay Towers goes one-on-one with his friend Jim Bowers, the founder and editor of CapedWonder.com. Jim shares how it all started, and where it's all going. Jim & Jay also give new details about The Christopher Reeve Legacy Reunion in Detroit at Motor City Comic Con. CapedWonder.com is 20...
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March 6, 2022 • 29 mins
Superman IV was all about that letter to Superman from a boy named Jeremy. But would Superman say yes? Damian McLawhorn did! In Episode 42 Jay and Jim talk everything Superman IV with Jeremy himself. How he got the part, his time on the set, and all of those extra scenes. The Quest for Answers continue and this episode is FILLED with behind the scenes photos and stories. Damian spent days on wires with Christopher Reeve and has gre...
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February 18, 2022 • 30 mins
35 Years After His Final Flight In Superman IV, The Love And Admiration For Christopher Reeve Both On Screen And In Life, Is Stronger And More Inspiring Than Ever! Jay & Jim Make the BIG Announcement! This Spring Motor City Comic Con & The Caped Wonder Superman Podcast Proudly Present "The Christopher Reeve Legacy Reunion"
A Three Day Celebration With Stars From All 4 Superman Films! Aaron Smolinksi, Marc Mcclure, Sarah Douglas , Ja...
A Three Day Celebration With Stars From All 4 Superman Films! Aaron Smolinksi, Marc Mcclure, Sarah Douglas , Ja...
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December 20, 2021 • 40 mins
On this final Caped Wonder Superman Podcast for 2021, Jay & Jim are ready for the gift of storytelling with actor Mac McDonald. Episode 41 explores Mac's time on not only Superman IV, but also 1989's Batman. Mac is a very funny guy, and his stories about working face to face with Lex, The Joker and even 007 will have you on the edge of your seat! What would you say to Gene Hackman if you saw him walking towards you? How would you a...
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November 2, 2021 • 34 mins
It's our 40th Episode and there is no better time to welcome the DC Comics writer behind the Superman '78 comic series, Robert Venditti. In this episode Jay & Jim have met their Reeve Legacy match. Robert and his team have brought back the nostalgia we love so much including that cellophane "S" from Superman II. We've become kids all over again and Robert is the perfect storyteller for our very special 40th Episode. Superman '78 #...
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October 7, 2021 • 30 mins
Episode 39 is finally here! Jay & Jim get a FIRST LOOK at some of the 25 'Superman lots' in the 2021 Prop Store Auction with Super Special Guest Stephen Lane. This episode is great to hear and even better to see!
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August 12, 2021 • 34 mins
On Episode 38, Jim and Jay hear fascinating and detailed new stories about filming the Superman Metropolis scenes from the New York Location Manager himself, Chris Coles! Why did Lois Lane's terrace location change? Who got a suitcase filled with cash to make it happen? Who turned on the lights in New York at just the right time? Where did they really get that boat? Chris Coles knows and he was in the middle of it all! Plus Superma...
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July 31, 2021 • 45 mins
The man who filmed Superman: The Movie under the direction of cinematographer Geoffrey Unsworth. Camera operator Peter MacDonald is simply a legend in the film industry. Cabaret, The Empire Strikes Back, Rambo, Batman, Harry Potter, and a list of films longer than Superman's cape. In episode 37 Jay & Jim catch up with Peter in France and discuss filming some of the most memorable scenes in Superman and Superman II. From working wit...
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July 9, 2021 • 53 mins
Jay Towers & Jim Bowers were preparing for this Superman II 40th Anniversary interview with Jack O'Halloran when they learned the heartbreaking news that legendary Superman Director Richard Donner passed away at 91 years old. In Episode 36, Jack opens up on becoming the Kryptonian villain 'Non' and why he felt Dick Donner was the best director he's ever worked with. Jack gets right into everything you want to know about Brando, Hac...
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June 4, 2021 • 34 mins
In Episode 35 Jay Towers and Jim Bowers are back with special guest Matt Truex from the Prop Store Los Angeles with a special preview of all of the Superman related items in the Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction June 29th-July 1st. From George Reeves to Christopher Reeve, Superman to Superman Returns this years auction is spectacular. Jay and Jim also discuss the 40th Anniversary of Superman II, the upcoming Superman 78' comic...
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April 3, 2021 • 39 mins
Where would Superman IV be without Nuclear Man? In Episode 34 Jay Towers & Jim Bowers join forces with Martin Lakin & Alexei Lambley-Steel to talk with actor Mark Pillow. The guys get right into some of those famous scenes, Nuclear Man I and II, working with Christopher Reeve, and announce the 'Nuclear Codes' for CapedWonderAutographs.com. Now fans can hear the stories from Mark Pillow and get personalized autographs from Mark. Des...
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March 16, 2021 • 27 mins
In this BONUS EPISODE Jay & Jim check out incredible "Behind The Scenes" photos from Superman III courtesy of Ken Oliver. Ken worked at the Turbo Oil Refinery outside of Calgary back in 1982 during the filming of Superman III and he has the photos to prove it! Ken met Christopher Reeve and took some very rare photos. Safety was the #1 priority in making this memorable scene and Ken tells all. That man is a miracle!
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