A weekly podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer covering Superman's adventures from 1970 to 1986. New episodes are available every Wednesday. Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
After a bit of a delay, we reach the final episode. Emails are read, thanks are given, and I recommend ways to fill the void the show will be leaving. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all the support over the past 4 years.
After a bit of a delay, we reach the final episode. Emails are read, thanks are given, and I recommend ways to fill the void the show will be leaving. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all the support over the past 4 years.
In the penultimate episode, J David Weter returns one final time to look at part 2 of Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
In the penultimate episode, J David Weter returns one final time to look at part 2 of Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
J David Weter returns as we look at part 1 of the final Bronze Age tale: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
J David Weter returns as we look at part 1 of the final Bronze Age tale: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
DC Retroactive: The 70s Superman is reviewed with Special Guest Michael Bradley.
DC Retroactive: The 70s Superman is reviewed with Special Guest Michael Bradley.
Almost 1 year after his run on Superman came to an end, Marty Pasko returned for 1 more story. In Superman 349, Superman finds himself stuck on an alternate Earth where all of the male and female roles have been reversed. But who set up this trap, and why?
Almost 1 year after his run on Superman came to an end, Marty Pasko returned for 1 more story. In Superman 349, Superman finds himself stuck on an alternate Earth where all of the male and female roles have been reversed. But who set up this trap, and why?
It's a special "Early Release" episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! In this episode, Mr. Mxyzptlk returns, only this time, he really doesn't want to. Meanwhile, Superman undergoes a transformation that makes turning into a blue energy being look like a walk in the park. Plus, new hairstyles for Lois and Lana!
It's a special "Early Release" episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! In this episode, Mr. Mxyzptlk returns, only this time, he really doesn't want to. Meanwhile, Superman undergoes a transformation that makes turning into a blue energy being look like a walk in the park. Plus, new hairstyles for Lois and Lana!
The title says it all folks. But who is the mysterious villain who has stolen Superman's eyes? And why is this just a small part of the story this issue? Listen and find out!
The title says it all folks. But who is the mysterious villain who has stolen Superman's eyes? And why is this just a small part of the story this issue? Listen and find out!
It is New Year's Eve, and as the employees of WGBS ring in the new year across each of the 4 zime zones, Bizarro returns to save Superman's friends from a predicted death by killing them first. How very Bizarro. Plus, Superman takes his relationship with Lois' to the next level.
It is New Year's Eve, and as the employees of WGBS ring in the new year across each of the 4 zime zones, Bizarro returns to save Superman's friends from a predicted death by killing them first. How very Bizarro. Plus, Superman takes his relationship with Lois' to the next level.
Can Superman escape the Eternity Trap? Plus, the Master Jailer's backstory is revealed.
Can Superman escape the Eternity Trap? Plus, the Master Jailer's backstory is revealed.
In Superman #331, someone has an obsession with Lana Lang, a new villain makes his debut, and Superman makes a super-jerk move.
In Superman #331, someone has an obsession with Lana Lang, a new villain makes his debut, and Superman makes a super-jerk move.
In Superman #330, the secret of Clark Kent's disguise is revealed, and then quickly ignored.
In Superman #330, the secret of Clark Kent's disguise is revealed, and then quickly ignored.
It's part 2 of Superman vs the Kryptonoid. In this issue Superman gets naked, Clark gets naked, and Mr. and Mrs. Superman get frisky. This is a 1978 comic, isn't it?
It's part 2 of Superman vs the Kryptonoid. In this issue Superman gets naked, Clark gets naked, and Mr. and Mrs. Superman get frisky. This is a 1978 comic, isn't it?
It's part 1 of a 2 part sequel of sorts to the Parasite story from a few episodes ago. In this issue we learn about the one armed general with a mad on for the Man of Steel, Superman takes on the Kryptonian version of Venom, and Clark Kent meets his real Father?
It's part 1 of a 2 part sequel of sorts to the Parasite story from a few episodes ago. In this issue we learn about the one armed general with a mad on for the Man of Steel, Superman takes on the Kryptonian version of Venom, and Clark Kent meets his real Father?
Superman goes up against the evil Kobra, with the lives of Jonathan and Martha Kent hanging in the balance!
Superman goes up against the evil Kobra, with the lives of Jonathan and Martha Kent hanging in the balance!
Superman's fugue episodes continue. How can the Man of Steel defeat Blackrock, prevent further fugue episodes, and get out of his UBC contract without tarnishing his name? And who is the surprise villain who shows up on the last page to provide a great cliffhanger of an ending? Listen to find out!
Superman's fugue episodes continue. How can the Man of Steel defeat Blackrock, prevent further fugue episodes, and get out of his UBC contract without tarnishing his name? And who is the surprise villain who shows up on the last page to provide a great cliffhanger of an ending? Listen to find out!
Just when you think that things can't get worse for our Man of Steel after dealing with Titano, the Atomic Skull, and an atmosphere of Kryptonite all at once, things are about to get worse. In this issue, Superman has blackouts, and gets a job!
Just when you think that things can't get worse for our Man of Steel after dealing with Titano, the Atomic Skull, and an atmosphere of Kryptonite all at once, things are about to get worse. In this issue, Superman has blackouts, and gets a job!
It's the first episode after Episode 100, and the first episode of the new weekly format! And to start things off, Superman has to take on both the Atomic Skull and Titano! And, like this issue, every sentence ends with an excalmation point! Woot!
It's the first episode after Episode 100, and the first episode of the new weekly format! And to start things off, Superman has to take on both the Atomic Skull and Titano! And, like this issue, every sentence ends with an excalmation point! Woot!
This is it! The episode 100th episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Charlie and David team up to cover a comic that is not only epic in and of itself, but it also helps set up future stories, such as a little tale known in certain circles as Crisis on Infinite Earths.
This is it! The episode 100th episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Charlie and David team up to cover a comic that is not only epic in and of itself, but it also helps set up future stories, such as a little tale known in certain circles as Crisis on Infinite Earths.
After yet another delay, Charlie and Dave return with more Bronze Age Superman goodness! First up, Charlie covers the finale of the Parasite story before covering a story that not only introduces the Atomic Skull, but also features the return of another old Silver Age adversary. Then, Dave covers Superman teaming up with the alien Starman to battle Mongul.
After yet another delay, Charlie and Dave return with more Bronze Age Superman goodness! First up, Charlie covers the finale of the Parasite story before covering a story that not only introduces the Atomic Skull, but also features the return of another old Silver Age adversary. Then, Dave covers Superman teaming up with the alien Starman to battle Mongul.
Charlie flies solo this time while Dave recovers from swallowing razor wire. In the issues, Superman's powers are amped up beyond his control, while the Parasite's plans for the mysterious L.D.S. continue.
Charlie flies solo this time while Dave recovers from swallowing razor wire. In the issues, Superman's powers are amped up beyond his control, while the Parasite's plans for the mysterious L.D.S. continue.
The time has finally come for Episode 97 of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Superman meets a space pirate and her dogs, the Solomon Grundy of Earth-1 makes his debut, and Dave Weter presents DC Comics Presents #23, in which Doctor Fate helps Superman.!
The time has finally come for Episode 97 of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Superman meets a space pirate and her dogs, the Solomon Grundy of Earth-1 makes his debut, and Dave Weter presents DC Comics Presents #23, in which Doctor Fate helps Superman.!
Metallo returns! Kryptonite returns! Even Green Arrow returns! Download it already!
Metallo returns! Kryptonite returns! Even Green Arrow returns! Download it already!
After a slight delay, Episode 95 is here. Witness the conclusion to the crisis in Central City and in space. Hear about the return of Blackrock. Get ready for a team-up between Superman and Zatanna. Download it now!
After a slight delay, Episode 95 is here. Witness the conclusion to the crisis in Central City and in space. Hear about the return of Blackrock. Get ready for a team-up between Superman and Zatanna. Download it now!
In Episode 94, Supergirl joins in the fun as we learn not only who is really behind the virus affecting the nation's reporters, but we also learn who is the carrier of the plague. Plus, thanks to J David Weter, we learn about the time Superman help the Atom overcome his fear of shrinking.
In Episode 94, Supergirl joins in the fun as we learn not only who is really behind the virus affecting the nation's reporters, but we also learn who is the carrier of the plague. Plus, thanks to J David Weter, we learn about the time Superman help the Atom overcome his fear of shrinking.
Episode 93 of Superman in the Bronze Age is full of mysteries. Who is "The Man With the Kryptonite Heart?" What is the cause of the plague afflicting the nation's reporters? Why is Hawkman acting so odd? Well, only 2 of those questions will be answered this time, but here's a new mystery: Which question won't be answered this time?
Episode 93 of Superman in the Bronze Age is full of mysteries. Who is "The Man With the Kryptonite Heart?" What is the cause of the plague afflicting the nation's reporters? Why is Hawkman acting so odd? Well, only 2 of those questions will be answered this time, but here's a new mystery: Which question won't be answered this time?
Happy New Year everyone! In this episode, Charlie kicks off the final year of the show by covering Marty Pasko's first 2 issues of Superman, featuring the return of 2 old villains. Plus, "Dave Weter Presents" a team-up between Superman and Red Tornado! That's 3 comics in less than an hour! And it's free!
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