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Episodes Monday Rundown May 5 - 11 2025

This week: Emily watches Superman and Grease in an attempt to understand what 1978 felt like.
Christopher Reeve in full Superman suit -- complete with red cape -- floats in front of the New York skyline.
Did Christopher Reeve look that much like Superman, or did Superman just look that much like Christopher Reeve? (Credit: Warner Bros.)

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