Podcast appearances and mentions of Barry Allen

David C. Roberson and Jason Goss break down the latest DCU news, casting updates, rumors, and clarifications from DC Studios.Bud Cort Dies at 77We begin by remembering Bud Cort, who voiced:Toyman on Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League Unlimited, and Static ShockJosiah Wormwood on Batman: The Animated SeriesSupergirl UpdatesSupergirl Meets Lobo TV SpotA new TV spot for Supergirl featuring Lobo has surfaced. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3TuUiYuaWCUBaby Krypto RevealedNew footage featuring Baby Krypto debuted during the Puppy Bowl and was later shared by James Gunn. https://youtu.be/VoqjnU_wGJM“We're Not Telling Woman of Tomorrow”Gunn clarified that the film is not a direct adaptation of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, but rather inspired by its tone and structure.Supergirl Test ScreeningsReports suggest:A darker tone than SupermanA human trafficking storylineMore intense violenceStrong cinematographyA major role for Jason Momoa's LoboA redesigned, more menacing Krem of the Yellow HillsSources describe the film as balancing humor, darkness, and lightness.LanternsNew Lanterns Logo RevealedThe first official logo for Lanterns has been unveiled.ClayfaceProduction UpdateGunn confirms that director James Watkins is still working on the first cut of Clayface.The film remains on track for its 2026 release, though Warner Bros. has shifted the release date to October.Man of TomorrowBrainiac Casting ConfirmedLars Eidinger has been cast as Brainiac.Gunn shared that the character draws inspiration from multiple comic eras, including classic Otto Binder stories and more modern, darker interpretations.Casting UpdatesGunn confirmed:Smaller roles are currently being castThe rumored female role is NOT Wonder WomanMaxima RumorReports suggest Maxima may appear as a secondary antagonist before potentially shifting allegiances.Cinematographer ConfirmedSam McCurdy (Game of Thrones, Shōgun) joins as cinematographer.The Batman Part IICasting RumorsScarlett Johansson rumored as Gilda DentSebastian Stan rumored for Harvey DentReports suggest an older role may be Harvey Dent's fatherWe also discuss comic lore surrounding Harvey's abusive father and its potential influence.Batman: The Brave and the BoldChristina Hodson WritingTHR reports Christina Hodson is attached as screenwriter.Gunn defended her writing publicly, noting that screenplays often differ significantly from final films.No Actionable Script ReadyGunn says there is no “actionable script” yet and that DC is taking a measured development approach.Mister MiracleTom King confirms Mister Miracle is a DCU project with major implications and confirms Darkseid has been cast.DC Tea Batman & Wonder Woman Auditions Are FalseGunn states that rumors of Batman and Wonder Woman auditions are not true.He reaffirmed both characters' importance to the DCU.Wonder Woman Casting RumorDeuxmoi claims Adria Arjona is Gunn's top choice, though this remains unconfirmed.Dynamic Duo Not DCUThe animated Dynamic Duo project is not part of DCU canon.Grant Gustin Is Not the DCU FlashAfter hair-dye speculation online, Gunn shut down rumors that Gustin is the new Barry Allen.Blue Beetle 2?Director Angel Manuel Soto says he hopes to continue the story and would love to introduce Booster Gold, possibly even through animation.Creature CommandosSeason 2 AnimatingGunn confirmed that Creature Commandos Season 2 is animating, with more projects in development.Captain Atom RumorReports suggest Nathaniel Adam (Captain Atom) may appear in Season 2.“A Lot Close to Greenlight”When asked about upcoming DCU projects, Gunn stated that several are close to greenlight — and at least one already is.Zatanna & Lobo What-Could-Have-BeensEmerald Fennell revealed her darker, more psychological Zatanna script was likely “too far away from the genre” for DC Studios.Jason Fuchs reveals his Lobo plansSuperman Blu-ray SalesSuperman was the second top-selling Blu-ray of 2025, behind Wicked.

In this masterful, groundbreaking work Fear and Fury: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage (Pantheon, 2026), Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence. On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains. Out of this dramatic moment would emerge an angry nation, in which Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and later Fox News Network stoked the fear and the fury of a stunning number of Americans. Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history. Host: Michael Stauch is an associate professor of history at the University of Toledo and the author of Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

In this masterful, groundbreaking work Fear and Fury: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage (Pantheon, 2026), Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence. On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains. Out of this dramatic moment would emerge an angry nation, in which Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and later Fox News Network stoked the fear and the fury of a stunning number of Americans. Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history. Host: Michael Stauch is an associate professor of history at the University of Toledo and the author of Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this masterful, groundbreaking work Fear and Fury: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage (Pantheon, 2026), Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence. On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains. Out of this dramatic moment would emerge an angry nation, in which Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and later Fox News Network stoked the fear and the fury of a stunning number of Americans. Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history. Host: Michael Stauch is an associate professor of history at the University of Toledo and the author of Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In this masterful, groundbreaking work Fear and Fury: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage (Pantheon, 2026), Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence. On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains. Out of this dramatic moment would emerge an angry nation, in which Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and later Fox News Network stoked the fear and the fury of a stunning number of Americans. Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history. Host: Michael Stauch is an associate professor of history at the University of Toledo and the author of Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing, published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the publisher: "In this masterful, groundbreaking work, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence.On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens,  Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains."Dr. Heather Ann Thompson's website can be found at https://www.heatherannthompson.com/Information on her book can be found at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/771433/fear-and-fury-by-heather-ann-thompson/AxelbankHistory.com is designed by https://www.ellieclairedesigns.com/Axelbank Reports History and Today" can be found on social media at https://twitter.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://instagram.com/axelbankhistoryhttps://facebook.com/axelbankhistory

On December 22, 1984, in a graffiti-covered New York City subway car, passengers looked on in horror as a white loner named Bernhard Goetz shot four Black teens, Darrell Cabey, Barry Allen, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur, at point-blank range. He then disappeared into a dark tunnel. After an intense manhunt, and his eventual surrender in New Hampshire, the man the tabloid media had dubbed the “Death Wish Vigilante” would become a celebrity and a hero to countless ordinary Americans who had been frustrated with the economic fallout of the Reagan 80s. Overnight, Goetz's young victims would become villains.Out of this dramatic moment would emerge an angry nation, in which Rupert Murdoch's New York Post and later Fox News Network stoked the fear and the fury of a stunning number of Americans.Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history. FEAR AND FURY: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage—Heather Ann Thompson

Dans cet épisode de ComicsDiscovery, on s'attaque à un véritable monument de la culture DC. Un récit légendaire, souvent cité comme l'un des événements les plus marquants de l'histoire des comics, celui qui a bouleversé l'univers DC et marqué des générations de lecteurs : Crisis on Infinite Earths, de Marv Wolfman et George Pérez. Et bonne nouvelle : Urban Comics remet aujourd'hui cette saga incontournable sur le devant de la scène avec une nouvelle édition en format moderne, dont le premier tome vient tout juste de sortir. Un peu de contexte historiqueCrisis on Infinite Earths date de 1986, mais son histoire commence en réalité bien plus tôt, en septembre 1961, avec The Flash #123, un épisode devenu mythique intitulé Flash of Two Worlds!. Dans ce numéro, scénarisé par Gardner Fox et dessiné par Carmine Infantino, Barry Allen rencontre pour la première fois Jay Garrick, le tout premier Flash de l'histoire de DC. Cette rencontre introduit une idée révolutionnaire : l'existence de Terres parallèles et de réalités multiples au sein d'un même univers. À partir de là, DC va exploiter ce concept pour multiplier les séries, et intégrer progressivement des personnages issus d'autres éditeurs rachetés au fil du temps. Des héros comme Shazam, Blue Beetle ou encore Plastic Man n'appartenaient pas à l'origine à DC, mais vont venir enrichir cette immense continuité. Le problème, c'est qu'à la fin des années 70 et au début des années 80, l'univers DC devient de plus en plus complexe : trop de Terres, trop de versions des personnages, et des lecteurs parfois complètement perdus. C'est dans ce contexte que Marv Wolfman arrive avec une idée radicale : détruire le multivers pour tout reconstruire autour d'un seul univers cohérent. Et c'est ainsi que naît Crisis on Infinite Earths. Le récit de Crisis on Infinite EarthsDans Crisis on Infinite Earths, une menace cosmique sans précédent s'abat sur le multivers. Une entité appelée l'Anti-Monitor commence à détruire les différentes Terres une par une, effaçant des univers entiers dans une vague d'antimatière.Face à cette annihilation totale, son opposé, le Monitor, rassemble des héros et des vilains venus de toutes les réalités pour tenter de stopper la catastrophe. Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Flash, Green Lantern… tous sont entraînés dans une bataille désespérée où l'enjeu n'est rien de moins que la survie de l'existence elle-même. Mais très vite, les sacrifices deviennent inévitables, et certaines figures majeures de l'univers DC vont disparaître pour toujours. Alors, est-ce une bonne idée de lire Crisis en 2026 ?C'est une question qu'on peut légitimement se poser. Le récit a bientôt 40 ans, et comme beaucoup de comics de cette époque, il peut avoir un peu vieilli, aussi bien dans son écriture que dans son rythme. Et surtout, avec la sortie de cette nouvelle édition proposée par Urban Comics, une autre question se pose : est-ce que cet achat vaut vraiment le coup aujourd'hui ? On va commencer directement par ce qui ne va pas… non, ne vous précipitez pas sur cette édition. À moins d'être vraiment complétiste, cette réédition de Crisis on Infinite Earths ne justifie pas son prix, pour une raison assez simple : ce n'est pas vraiment Crisis on Infinite Earths dans sa forme la plus lisible. Le problème des tie-insQuand on parle d'un énorme event DC ou Marvel, il faut comprendre une chose : ce sont des univers interconnectés. Donc forcément, toutes les séries en cours sont impactées. Ces épisodes parallèles, publiés dans d'autres séries mais liés à l'event, on appelle ça des tie-ins. Et souvent, les éditeurs publient l'histoire principale dans un tome, puis un second volume type Companion Book qui regroupe ces épisodes annexes. Mais ici, Urban a fait un choix éditorial discutable : ils ont tout mélangé. Résultat, vous lisez un chapitre de Crisis, puis vous enchaînez sur plusieurs numéros de séries annexes, parfois sans vrai contexte, avec des personnages obscurs, issus d'un univers des années 80 dont vous n'avez jamais entendu parler… et dont vous n'entendrez probablement plus jamais parler après. Un classique malgré toutMalgré tout, Marv Wolfman et George Pérez restent deux immenses artistes qui ont profondément marqué l'histoire des comics. Certes, Crisis on Infinite Earths est un récit très bavard, avec une narration typique des années 80, et une colorisation qui a clairement vieilli. Mais ça reste un pilier fondamental de l'univers DC, un événement dont les répercussions se font encore sentir aujourd'hui, même dans les histoires modernes. De mon côté, j'ai pris un vrai plaisir à découvrir la série, ne serait-ce que pour les dessins de George Pérez, qui sont tout simplement magnifiques. Chaque page déborde de détails, de personnages, d'énergie… c'est un travail monumental. Alors oui, vous ne comprendrez peut-être pas tout, et vous allez sûrement croiser des héros dont vous n'avez jamais entendu parler. Mais ça fait aussi partie de l'expérience : plonger dans un récit qui a marqué des générations de lecteurs et qui continue, encore aujourd'hui, à influencer tout l'univers DC. Donc tentez l'aventure… mais évitez cette nouvelle édition. Préférez une version plus simple, qui contient uniquement les 12 épisodes complets de la mini-série originale. Envie de découvrir d'autres events marquants ?Si cette plongée dans Crisis on Infinite Earths vous a donné envie d'explorer d'autres grands événements qui ont marqué l'histoire des comics, on vous conseille de jeter une oreille à ces épisodes de ComicsDiscovery : Flashpoint de Geoff Johns et Ivan Reis :https://jamesetfaye.fr/comicsdiscovery-s05e43-flashpoint/ X-Men : Messiah Complex :https://jamesetfaye.fr/comicsdiscovery-s03e04-x-men-le-complexe-du-messie/ Civil War de Mark Millar et Steve McNiven :https://jamesetfaye.fr/comicsdiscovery-lete-des-must-have-civil-war/ Le mot de la finMerci à toutes et tous de nous avoir suivis pour cet épisode de ComicsDiscovery consacré à Crisis on Infinite Earths de Marv Wolfman et George Pérez. Avec cet événement mythique, on s'est attaqué à l'un des récits les plus importants de l'histoire de DC Comics, celui qui a bouleversé le multivers et marqué des générations de lecteurs. Même si l'œuvre a forcément vieilli sur certains aspects, elle reste un pilier incontournable pour comprendre l'univers DC moderne et l'héritage des grandes sagas éditoriales. On se retrouve très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes comics. Retrouvez nos chroniqueurs James : Linktree Faye : Découvrez ses réseaux ici Cecil : Son compte Instagram Suivez-nous sur les réseaux sociaux Facebook : ComicsDiscovery sur Facebook Instagram : @comicsdiscovery sur Instagram TikTok : @jamesetfaye sur TikTok Écoutez nos podcasts Spotify : ComicsDiscovery sur Spotify Ausha : ComicsDiscovery sur Ausha Apple Podcasts : ComicsDiscovery sur Apple Podcasts Deezer : ComicsDiscovery sur Deezer Pour nous soutenirSi vous appréciez notre travail et souhaitez soutenir une équipe passionnée par la bande dessinée, les comics et la pop culture, vous pouvez nous aider viaTipeee.

Hal Jordan's Hero Quest ends, with a trip to help Barry Allen! Then it's GL sales, What Has Mark Seen, Mattel action figure news and more! Be sure to email us your thoughts or call/text us on our voice-mail at 708-LANTERN.

What if I gave you a comic book that revealed a DC superhero was a comic book collector?  What if I gave you a comic book with cosplaying villains?  And what if I gave you a comic book where a superhero cosplayed as himself?  In this episode, Chris dives deep into The Flash #268, one of the most memorable Bronze Age issues of DC Comics. We explore the story's darker themes, its emotional weight, and how it reflects a turning point for Barry Allen during the late 1970s era of The Flash. Feom questions of fate and responsibility the the evolving tone of superhero comics, this issue stands out as a key chapter in Flash history.

As part of the Comic Boom! and Comic Source collaboration, this DC Spotlight for the week of January 28, 2026 finds Jace and Rocky breaking down a packed slate of fourteen DC releases, with discussion opening on the passing and legacy of Sal Buscema before turning to the week's books. DC KO: The Kids Are All Fight Special #1 is examined for its focus on younger heroes and its place as a largely skippable but well-drawn tie-in, while Detective Comics #1105 continues Tom Taylor's "The Courage That Kills" arc with deeper insight into the Lion's origin and Gotham's escalating crisis. Harley Quinn #58 is discussed as the start of a new arc that feels tonally familiar, followed by the Supergirl Next Door Valentine's anthology, which offers mixed results across stories spotlighting Supergirl, Jay Garrick, Poison Ivy, Guy Gardner, Wonder Woman, Swamp Thing, Martian Manhunter, and Green Arrow. Green Lantern #31 features a nostalgic Hal Jordan and Barry Allen team-up that advances Jeremy Adams' larger arc in subtle ways, while Superman #34 pushes Superboy Prime further into moral conflict against the Dark Legion. Absolute Martian Manhunter #8 stands out for its conceptual storytelling and increased narrative momentum, The Flash #29 introduces Dream Girl as a potential crack in Darkseid's Legion, and Harley and Ivy: Love and Crimes #3 explores the early dynamics between Harley Quinn and Poison Ivy with a more grounded emotional approach. Justice League Unlimited #15 and Justice League Red #6 wrap major threads involving Neuron, time-displaced heroes, and Red Tornado's reckoning, while Absolute Batman #16 delivers a character-driven underworld journey with Wonder Woman that highlights Bruce Wayne's loyalty and sacrifice. Absolute Flash #11 provides major revelations about the Still Point and the source of Wally West's power, and Absolute Wonder Woman #16 launches the "Season of the Witch" arc with Absolute Zatanna and a reimagined Suicide Squad, setting the stage for one of the week's most consequential confrontations.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs return to the Absolute Universe. A young Wally West struggles to understand his emerging speed powers while facing the elite Fort Fox group, surviving a catastrophic first encounter with Barry Allen, and fighting off the Rogues as he's pushed to his physical and emotional limits in Absolute Flash #1, 2, &3. Diana's defiance of the gods draws Hades' wrath, but as he interrogates her, she turns the tables with revelations that challenge his expectations and force a perilous escape whose cost she and Circe may not both be willing to pay in Absolute Wonder Woman #6 & 7. All this plus, DC News, Shout Outs, and much, much more! ------------------------ Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open 0:00:44 DC News 0:04:26 Absolute Flash #1, 2, 3 0:11:34 Absolute Wonder Woman #6 & 7 0:15:02 Show Close   Links Absolute Flash #1 Absolute Flash #2 Absolute Flash #3 Absolute Wonder Woman #6 Absolute Wonder Woman #7 The Flash, Vol. 1: Move Forward (Cletus's Read More Comics Pick) The Flash, Vol. 2: Rogues Revolution (Cletus's Read More Comics Pick) The Flash (1990) (Drew's Shout Out) Earth Station DCU Website The ESO Network Earth Station DCU/BatChums Patreon If you would like to leave feedback, comment on the show, or would like us to give you a shout out, please call the ESDCU feedback line at (317) 455-8411 or feel free to email us @ earthstationdcu@gmail.com

Join 2 Geeks and a Microphone as we sprint into the next chapter of our DC Absolute Universe coverage! This week, Stephen and I are breaking down Absolute Flash Vol. 1: The Flash of Two Words. We discuss the reinvented lore, the kinetic art, and how this "Absolute" take on the Scarlet Speedster compares to the legacy of Barry Allen and Wally West. Does this new volume hold up to the speed of the original mythos? Tune in to find out if this run is a marathon or a sprint! Want a legendary beard like a true geek? Live Bearded has you covered. And you can support 2 Geeks and a Microphone by visiting https://livebearded.com/2GEEKS.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs return to the Absolute Universe. A young Wally West struggles to understand his emerging speed powers while facing the elite Fort Fox group, surviving a catastrophic first encounter with Barry Allen, and fighting off the Rogues as he's pushed to his physical and emotional limits […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 435 – Back to Absolute appeared first on The ESO Network.

Après avoir traité une bonne partie des titres du label Absolute de DC Comics tout au long de l'année 2025, on termine ce tour d'horizon avec la dernière sortie publiée chez Urban Comics : Absolute Flash, écrit par Jeff Lemire et dessiné par Nick Robles et A.L. Kaplan. Après Absolute Superman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Absolute Batman et surtout Absolute Martian Manhunter, véritable coup de cœur de l'équipe, cette relecture de Flash est-elle au même niveau que ses comparses ? On vous donne notre avis dans ce nouvel épisode de ComicsDiscovery. Absolute Flash : une autre vitesse pour le héros écarlateDans Absolute Flash, Jeff Lemire fait un choix fort : ici, pas de Barry Allen, mais Wally West, un personnage majeur de l'histoire de Flash, notamment grâce au run emblématique de Mark Waid que l'on peut retrouver dans les DC Archives chez Urban Comics. On découvre Wally West adolescent, vivant sur une base militaire où travaille son père. Solitaire, un peu rebelle, il voit sa vie basculer à la suite d'un accident impliquant une expérience menée par un certain Barry Allen. Cet événement va lui conférer les pouvoirs de Flash… mais également attirer sur lui l'attention d'une équipe étonnamment familière pour les fans du personnage. Jeff Lemire s'amuse surtout à remodeler les éléments iconiques de l'univers de Flash, en les intégrant à cette continuité Absolute plus sombre et plus brute. Une approche qui fait écho à ce que le label a déjà proposé sur Superman, Wonder Woman ou Martian Manhunter, tout en gardant une identité propre. Jeff Lemire, un auteur aux multiples facettesSi vous êtes lecteur de comics ou auditeur régulier de ComicsDiscovery, le nom de Jeff Lemire ne doit pas vous être inconnu. Auteur extrêmement prolifique, il navigue avec aisance entre l'indé et le mainstream. On lui doit des œuvres marquantes comme Sweet Tooth, Black Hammer ou Royal City, mais également des titres plus grand public comme Joker: Killer Smile, la saga de science-fiction Descender, son passage remarqué sur Green Arrow, ou encore Gideon Falls, qui avait d'ailleurs fortement divisé l'équipe lors de sa sortie. Au dessin, Absolute Flash s'appuie sur Nick Robles et A.L. Kaplan. Si leur travail est globalement efficace, le changement d'artiste en cours de récit se ressent et peut un peu casser la fluidité visuelle, un point que l'on aborde dans l'épisode. Un titre idéal pour découvrir Flash ?Absolute Flash est un comics agréable à lire, rythmé, plein d'action et truffé de références à l'univers des speedsters de DC Comics. Mais, contrairement à certains autres titres du label Absolute, il fonctionne surtout si l'on connaît déjà bien le personnage et son lore. L'un des grands intérêts du récit réside dans la manière dont Jeff Lemire réinvente des figures familières et joue avec les attentes des lecteurs. Sans cette connaissance préalable, l'histoire peut perdre en impact et se réduire à un récit adolescent efficace, mais finalement assez classique. Dans cet épisode de ComicsDiscovery, on revient en détail sur ce que propose Absolute Flash, ses forces, ses limites et sa place au sein du label Absolute de DC Comics. Vous aimez Flash et son univers ? Nous aussi.Pour prolonger votre découverte, on vous propose de poursuivre avec ces épisodes de ComicsDiscovery : Comment découvrir Flash en comics :https://jamesetfaye.fr/comicsdiscovery-s07e40-flash/ Flashpoint de Geoff Johns et Andy Kubert :https://jamesetfaye.fr/comicsdiscovery-s05e43-flashpoint/ Absolute Martian Manhunter :https://jamesetfaye.fr/labsolute-a-ne-pas-rater-comicsdiscovery-s10e12-absolute-martian-manhunter/ Le mot de la finMerci à toutes et tous de nous avoir suivis pour cet épisode de ComicsDiscovery consacré à Absolute Flash de Jeff Lemire.Après avoir exploré plusieurs titres du label Absolute de DC Comics, on espère que cette relecture de Flash, centrée sur Wally West, vous aura donné envie de (re)découvrir le personnage et son univers. On se retrouve très vite pour de nouvelles découvertes comics. Retrouvez nos chroniqueurs James : Linktree Faye : Découvrez ses réseaux ici Cecil : Son compte Instagram Suivez-nous sur les réseaux sociaux Facebook : ComicsDiscovery sur Facebook Instagram : @comicsdiscovery sur Instagram TikTok : @jamesetfaye sur TikTok Écoutez nos podcasts Spotify : ComicsDiscovery sur Spotify Ausha : ComicsDiscovery sur Ausha Apple Podcasts : ComicsDiscovery sur Apple Podcasts Deezer : ComicsDiscovery sur Deezer Pour nous soutenirSi vous appréciez notre travail et souhaitez soutenir une équipe passionnée par la bande dessinée, les comics et la pop culture, vous pouvez nous aider viaTipeee.

On Dec. 22, 1984, Bernard Goetz, a white man, shot and seriously wounded four Black teenagers in a New York City subway car.Their names were were Barry Allen, Darrell Cabey, Troy Canty, and James Ramseur. Goetz fled the scene resulting in a manhunt. In the meantime, New Yorkers dubbed him the “subway vigilante.”The city was experiencing a crime wave and some residents championed the man who took matters into his own hands. The case sparked a conversation about race, vigilantism, and public safety that still has reverberates through our country today.It's also the subject of Elliot Williams' new book, “Five Bullets: The Story of Bernie Goetz, New York's Explosive 80s, and the Subway Vigilante that Divided the Nation.” Williams is a CNN legal analyst and 1A guest host. He joins us to talk discuss the book.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

This Day in Legal History: Bernhard GoetzOn this day in legal history, December 22, 1984, Bernhard Goetz shot and wounded four young Black men—Troy Canty, Barry Allen, Darrell Cabey, and James Ramseur—on a New York City subway train. Goetz, who was white, claimed the men had attempted to rob him and that he acted in self-defense. The case quickly became a national sensation, exposing deep racial fault lines in public discourse and in the justice system. Supporters hailed Goetz as a vigilante hero responding to unchecked urban crime, while critics denounced his actions as racially motivated violence that reinforced systemic bias.Goetz fled the scene but turned himself in nine days later. During the investigation, he told police that he had intended to kill the men and expressed explicitly racist sentiments, calling them “savages.” Despite this, a grand jury initially refused to indict him for attempted murder, charging him only with criminal possession of a weapon. After public outcry, a second grand jury indicted him on multiple counts, including attempted murder and assault. In his 1987 trial, however, Goetz was acquitted of all charges except for illegal firearms possession.The verdict underscored how race and fear influenced perceptions of self-defense and victimhood. The jury accepted Goetz's narrative of fear despite his own admission of intent and inflammatory language. The case highlighted the elasticity of self-defense laws, especially when invoked by white defendants against Black victims. It also foreshadowed later debates in high-profile cases where racial bias intersected with claims of justified force. Goetz ultimately served just over eight months in jail. Darrell Cabey, left paralyzed by the shooting, later won a $43 million civil judgment against him—a sum Goetz claimed he could never pay. The case remains a stark example of how legal standards of justification can mask broader social inequities.President Trump is preparing to expand immigration enforcement in 2026 with a significant boost in funding and more aggressive tactics, including a renewed focus on workplace raids. Despite growing political backlash, Trump plans to hire thousands of new agents, expand detention centers, and partner with private companies to track undocumented immigrants. His administration has already deployed federal agents to major cities, sparking protests over the use of tear gas, extrajudicial tactics, and the detention of U.S. citizens.ICE and Border Patrol are set to receive $170 billion through 2029, a massive increase over their current annual budgets. Miami recently elected its first Democratic mayor in decades, with voters citing Trump's immigration policies as a motivating factor. While Trump continues to frame his crackdown as targeting criminals, government data shows a large portion of recent ICE arrests have involved individuals with no criminal record beyond immigration violations.Trump has also moved to strip temporary protections from hundreds of thousands of immigrants and aims to deport one million people annually, although he's likely to fall short of that target. Legal immigrants haven't been spared either—some have been detained during green card interviews or had their naturalization ceremonies interrupted. The administration's new workplace-focused approach could strain the economy, especially in industries reliant on immigrant labor, raising concerns about inflation and employer backlash.Critics argue the crackdown undermines due process and civil liberties, militarizes communities, and disproportionately targets people of color. As enforcement expands, business groups may be forced to respond more vocally, especially if employer raids disrupt operations. Trump's overall approval on immigration has dropped sharply since March, suggesting growing public discomfort with the scope and style of enforcement.Trump set to expand immigration crackdown in 2026 despite brewing backlash | ReutersA federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from implementing new restrictions on over $3 billion in federal grants that support housing and services for homeless individuals. U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy issued a preliminary injunction after finding that the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) planned changes to the Continuum of Care program likely violated the McKinney-Vento Act, which mandates a focus on stable, permanent housing for vulnerable populations.The lawsuit was brought by 20 mostly Democratic-led states, Washington, D.C., and a coalition of nonprofits and local governments. Plaintiffs argued that HUD's proposed changes would endanger the housing of around 170,000 people, including families, veterans, and survivors of domestic violence—particularly concerning as winter sets in. McElroy, a Trump appointee, emphasized the public interest in upholding lawful agency action and maintaining stability for at-risk groups.The Trump administration had sought to move away from the long-standing “housing-first” model, which provides housing without preconditions like sobriety or employment, and instead proposed work requirements and transitional housing. HUD also attempted to ban funding for services related to diversity, gender identity, and abortion, while aligning programs with its immigration enforcement efforts.Critics viewed the move as a politically motivated attempt to reshape federal homelessness policy, while the judge noted HUD's last-minute changes to its own policy appeared strategic and disruptive to legal proceedings. Despite the ruling, HUD stated it remains committed to reforming the program “in accordance with the law.”US judge blocks Trump administration from altering homelessness funding conditions | ReutersDavid O'Keefe, a retired Manhattan prosecutor, has filed a federal lawsuit against New York City and Brookfield Properties, claiming he was unlawfully arrested while protesting outside the Manhattan offices of the law firm Skadden Arps. The protest took place in April 2025 in a privately owned public space (POPS), where O'Keefe staged a solo demonstration criticizing Skadden's agreement to provide $100 million in pro bono legal services for initiatives backed by President Donald Trump. He alleged the firm's involvement threatened the rule of law.According to the complaint, O'Keefe was arrested for trespassing after refusing to leave the plaza, detained for 90 minutes, and later had the charge dismissed. His lawsuit seeks not only damages but also a court ruling affirming that First Amendment rights apply in POPS—publicly accessible spaces maintained by private owners in exchange for zoning benefits. His legal team argues the arrest violated his constitutional rights and aims to clarify protections for protest in such hybrid public-private areas.Skadden is not named as a defendant and has not commented. The firm was one of several major law firms that agreed to work with the Trump administration following the president's efforts to pressure the legal industry over prior political affiliations and diversity practices. A photo included in the suit shows O'Keefe holding a sign labeling Skadden “Trump's $100 million lap dog.”Ex-prosecutor sues over arrest while protesting law firm Skadden's deal with Trump | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Join the Book Club Bois for the GRAND FINALE of the Geoff Johnsaissance of DC Comics in the 2000s with the final chapter of the Geoff Johns FLASH Saga! Barry Allen awakes to a world that has changed. A meta-human war that threatens to end the world. Missing heroes. Urban myths of a murderous vigilante known as the Batman. And most notable among it all… Barry's mother, Nora Allen, is… alive? How did the world change? And what comes next? Find out… in FLASHPOINT! Covers FLASHPOINT (2011) #1-5, Flashpoint: Reverse Flash, Project: Superman #1-3 and Abin Sur: The Green Lantern #1-3 by Geoff Johns, Scott Kolins, Scott Snyder, Adam Schlagman, Andy Kubert, Joel Gomez, Gene Ha & Felipe Massafera Time Stamps: 00:00:30 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:21:00 Book Club Begins 02:49:06 Break 02:51:13 Speed Force Mailbag 03:43:45 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out THE VOLNERABLE - where voice actor, mental health advocate, and human Kennedy Hibbert is on a mission to show that mental health struggles do not isolate us, but rather connect us all! She dives deep with other voice actors, creatives, and mental health professionals who have been where you've been as they share their own personal stories of trial and triumph. Together, we will foster real conversations based on understanding, support each other as human beings, and prove that ‘vo'lnerability is something to be proud of! https://www.kennedyhibbert.com/thevolnerable https://www.youtube.com/@TheVOlnerable MALCOLM IS IN A BOOK! Friend of the show Nacho Teso is releasing an english translation of his self-published essay MILES MORALES: ACROSS THE SPIDER-MYTH. This self-published essay centers on the character of Miles Morales and explores not only his history within the panels, but also his impact on the Spider-Man legend, as well as how these themes are addressed in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Malcolm provided the afterword for this new edition of the book, and it is SENSATIONAL! Check it out when it drops December 16th! https://nachoteso.com/miles-morales-across-the-spider-myth-english-release/ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! For our penultimate episode of the season, the Book Club Bois finish the ROAD TO FLASHPOINT! A stranger from another earth arrives intent on stopping an upcoming catastrophe, and his first stop? A visit to Barry Allen aka THE FLASH! But what is the source of this impending tragedy, and what does it have to do with the Flash Family? PLUS, the long-awaited secret origin of EOBARD THAWNE! Covers The Flash (2010) #8-12 by Geoff Johns, Francis Manapul & Scott Kolins Time Stamps: 00:00:24 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:22:45 Book Club Begins 01:55:13 Break 01:58:04 Speed Force Mailbag 02:16:16 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out THE VOLNERABLE - where voice actor, mental health advocate, and human Kennedy Hibbert is on a mission to show that mental health struggles do not isolate us, but rather connect us all! She dives deep with other voice actors, creatives, and mental health professionals who have been where you've been as they share their own personal stories of trial and triumph. Together, we will foster real conversations based on understanding, support each other as human beings, and prove that ‘vo'lnerability is something to be proud of! www.kennedyhibbert.com/thevolnerable www.youtube.com/@TheVOlnerable MALCOLM IS IN A BOOK! Friend of the show Nacho Teso is releasing an english translation of his self-published essay MILES MORALES: ACROSS THE SPIDER-MYTH. This self-published essay centers on the character of Miles Morales and explores not only his history within the panels, but also his impact on the Spider-Man legend, as well as how these themes are addressed in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Malcolm provided the afterword for this new edition of the book, and it is SENSATIONAL! Check it out when it drops December 16th! nachoteso.com/miles-morales-acro…h-english-release/ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! For our penultimate episode of the season, the Book Club Bois finish the ROAD TO FLASHPOINT! A stranger from another earth arrives intent on stopping an upcoming catastrophe, and his first stop? A visit to Barry Allen aka THE FLASH! But what is the source of this impending tragedy, and what does it have to do with the Flash Family? PLUS, the long-awaited secret origin of EOBARD THAWNE! Covers The Flash (2010) #8-12 by Geoff Johns, Francis Manapul & Scott Kolins Time Stamps: 00:00:24 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:22:45 Book Club Begins 01:55:13 Break 01:58:04 Speed Force Mailbag 02:16:16 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out THE VOLNERABLE - where voice actor, mental health advocate, and human Kennedy Hibbert is on a mission to show that mental health struggles do not isolate us, but rather connect us all! She dives deep with other voice actors, creatives, and mental health professionals who have been where you've been as they share their own personal stories of trial and triumph. Together, we will foster real conversations based on understanding, support each other as human beings, and prove that ‘vo'lnerability is something to be proud of! https://www.kennedyhibbert.com/thevolnerable https://www.youtube.com/@TheVOlnerable MALCOLM IS IN A BOOK! Friend of the show Nacho Teso is releasing an english translation of his self-published essay MILES MORALES: ACROSS THE SPIDER-MYTH. This self-published essay centers on the character of Miles Morales and explores not only his history within the panels, but also his impact on the Spider-Man legend, as well as how these themes are addressed in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. Malcolm provided the afterword for this new edition of the book, and it is SENSATIONAL! Check it out when it drops December 16th! https://nachoteso.com/miles-morales-across-the-spider-myth-english-release/ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! The End Begins. Join the Book Club Bois as they begin the Road to FLASHPOINT! Barry Allen has returned to an unfamiliar world. Central City isn't his city any more - it belongs to the ROGUES! But when one of his mortal enemies winds up dead, it's up to the Scarlet Speedster to solve the crime! Will Barry find the killer before they claim another life? Find out as a new era of THE FLASH begins! Covers The Flash (2010) #1-7 by Geoff Johns, Francis Manapul & Scott Kolins Time Stamps: 00:00:27 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:26:00 Book Club Begins 02:32:52 Break 02:34:50 Speed Force Mailbag 02:55:40 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out THE POD UNIVERSE! Writers Dalton Deschain and Dylan Roth first joined together to create Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe? a podcast in which they pitched new installments of the canceled Dark Universe of monster movies. After completing their 30-part saga, they've set out to do something new - an all-original cinematic universe of imaginary movies, written, workshopped, and performed on all podcatchers and YouTube: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Dfy9XX1PMGZbu8iSxtPW3 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV48aQBx58PA5d_HqNyRZeQ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

DC Super-Stars #5 was a Flash special and featured reprints of adventures starring Jay Garrick, Barry Allen and Wally West. However, the Jay Garrick story wasn't a straight reprint. It was a Golden Age Flash story originally published in All-Flash #22, redrawn by Rico Rival, a modern artist. Join David and Peter as they dive into this fascinating experiment! Don't miss it! Email us at theearth2podcast@gmail.com Facebook www.facebook.com/theearth2podcast Instagram www.instagram.com/theearth2podcast Twitter www.twitter.com/podcast_earth2 Leave us a Voicemail at www.speakpipe.com/theearth2podcast   #dccomics #Comics #Podcast #Flash #TheFlash #JayGarrick 

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Aeric and Malcolm herald the return of World Famous Gaslighting Actor Jacob Brown, just in time for a speedster's REBIRTH! During the events of FINAL CRISIS, the world witnessed the return of Barry Allen… so what happens now? Thrown into an unfamiliar world, Barry must get up to speed on everything he missed before an old enemy returns to drag him back to the afterlife! And with the most influential speedster back into the fold, what does that mean for the rest of the Flash Family? Find out here! Covers The Flash: Rebirth (2009) by Geoff Johns and THAT FUCKING GUY Time Stamps: 00:00:55 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:20:57 Book Club Begins 02:43:34 Break 02:49:35 Speed Force Mailbag 03:05:00 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out THE POD UNIVERSE! Writers Dalton Deschain and Dylan Roth first joined together to create Are You Afraid of the Dark Universe? a podcast in which they pitched new installments of the canceled Dark Universe of monster movies. After completing their 30-part saga, they've set out to do something new - an all-original cinematic universe of imaginary movies, written, workshopped, and performed on all podcatchers and YouTube: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Dfy9XX1PMGZbu8iSxtPW3 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV48aQBx58PA5d_HqNyRZeQ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoWE DID IT!! Your "crisis crew" of James, Keith, Richie, and Joe havesuccessfully navigated the madness of the multiverse and completedtheir review of "Crisis on Infinite Earths".The twelve chapter event,that changed fifty years of DC Comics history, was the challengingassignment that the guys undertook to put their insightful spin on amonumental classic story. Worlds lived and died, new characters wereintroduced, while some old ones went away for a long time. Chaoticbattles, base betrayals, power, pathos, and peril all came to the forein a saga that left the comic book reading world stunned andsurprised.   While changes were made it wasn't a total housing cleaning, butmore of a cosmic rearranging of the furniture.The Monitor, The AntiMonitor, the new Dr. Light, Alexander Luthor, Harbinger and othersburst on the scene. But the stakes were so high that Barry Allen, KaraZor-El, Wonder Woman, and many others did not make it out alive. Magicmet super science, and super-heroics aligned with vile villainy all inan attempt to save creation across the multiverse. When the dust hadsettled, new heroes rose up to take on the mantles of beloved iconswho had perished. A troubled teen became a man to carry on his uncle'slegacy, and thus Wally West became The Flash. A new Earth had emergedfrom the cosmological chaos, but still a world in need of heroes. Whatfollowed shortly in DC's publishing line were a spate of new seriesthat delineated the landscape of this "brave new world".    But was everything now set in stone, were the pieces in all theright places? Those questions and more were tackled by your hosts, asthey (like the survivors of this "crisis") struggled a bit with thenew status quo. But when talented creatives like George Perez and MarvWolman are involved in epic storytelling, does it really matter if allthe toys don't make it back into one box?   If you have never read C.O.I.E., we sincerely hope our audaciousanalysis will spur you on to pick it up, and join us in the pleasureof reading the greatest comic book event of all time!

Guest host Shannon Moody is joined by Dr. Wendy Ellis, the Founding Director of the Center for Community Resilience at George Washington University, researcher and assistant professor, Dr. Courtnee Melton-Fant, as well as Barry Allen of The Gheens Foundation and Hannah Edelen with Bloom Kentucky. They discuss the latest report from KYA and Bloom Kentucky titled: The Economic Impact of ACEs in Kentucky and implications and opportunities as we look to Kentucky's 2026 state budget session. Learn more at bloomky.org. Thank you to Aetna Better Health of Kentucky for supporting the Making Kids Count Podcast. Visit AetnaMedicaidKY.com/choose to learn more about their health care benefits and programs designed with your family's wellbeing in mind.

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Join the Book Club Bois as secrets are revealed and friendships are tested in the latest chapter of Wally West as THE FLASH! With his memory returned to him, Wally West continues his superheroic career as The Flash! But something is brewing in Keystone… two fractured factions of Rogues seem to be on a collision course that could shake the foundation of the Twin Cities! And when a beloved member of the superhero community is murdered, a secret is revealed from beyond the grave that could forever change the legacy of Barry Allen and The Flash! Covers The Flash (1987) #210-218 by Geoff Johns, Howard Porter, Steven Cummings and Peter Snejbjerg Time Stamps: 00:00:22 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:31:50 Book Club Begins 02:56:48 Break 02:58:40 Speed Force Mailbag 03:17:24 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out COMIC BOOK COUPLES COUNSELING and their brand new show THE STACKS, now streaming on YouTube! https://www.comicbookcouplescounseling.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@comicbookcouplescounseling8538/videos Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets

Green Lantern - missing in action! (Well not action exactly...) Flash is called upon to find him - if only he can get past those pesky future bandits! It's all right here in Flash #168! Chapters (00:00:00) - Oh, My!(00:00:17) - Checkered Past(00:02:18) - Bob Got Sick With COVID Vaccine(00:04:36) - Let's Go!(00:05:11) - Green Lantern: Flash #168(00:06:53) - Green Lantern #1 The Flash(00:07:48) - Beauty Quiz(00:11:29) - Barry Allen on His Auditions(00:13:32) - The Flash: Hal Jordan's Missing(00:17:30) - What Is That House With the Picket Fenced Outside?(00:18:26) - Twice In Time by Manley Wade Wellman(00:22:56) - How To Make a Cat Floating Gun(00:25:46) - The Flash vs. The Crooks(00:29:40) - The Flash rescues a forgotten Green Lantern from the river(00:33:28) - Green Lantern's Oath(00:37:40) - The Flash vs Green Lantern(00:41:02) - Disney's Toy Story Land(00:44:06) - Green Lantern vs Hjalmar Helms(00:46:32) - Why Barry Should Tell Iris He's The Flash(00:50:34) - The Flash and His Twins

2 BARRY ALLENS, A SUPERGIRL, & MICHAEL KEATON'S BATMAN!! Full Movie Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With James Gunn's Superman in Theatres & Streaming on VOD + the recent updates regarding Man of Tomorrow, Lanterns, Supergirl, & More, Andrew & Tara CONTINUE toward the inevitable conclusion of their DCEU Marathon giving their The Flash Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review! Andrew Gordon & Tara Erickson react to The Flash (2023), the DCEU's highly anticipated sci-fi action blockbuster directed by Andy Muschietti (It, Mama). Ezra Miller (Fantastic Beasts, Perks of Being a Wallflower) stars as Barry Allen aka The Flash, who uses his speed to travel back in time to prevent his mother's murder—only to unravel the multiverse and trigger dangerous consequences. The film features Michael Keaton (Batman 1989, Birdman) returning as Bruce Wayne / Batman in an iconic comeback, alongside Ben Affleck (Justice League, Argo) reprising his version of the Dark Knight. Sasha Calle (The Young and the Restless) makes her debut as Kara Zor-El / Supergirl, bringing fresh energy to the Superman legacy. Michael Shannon (Man of Steel, Take Shelter) returns as General Zod in a fierce showdown, joined by Antje Traue (Man of Steel) as Faora-Ul. Kiersey Clemons (Dope, Zack Snyder's Justice League) plays Iris West, Barry's love interest, while Maribel Verdú (Y Tu Mamá También) portrays Nora Allen, and Ron Livingston (Office Space) takes on the role of Henry Allen. Standout and highly searched moments include The Flash's multiverse collisions, Michael Keaton's return with the legendary line “I'm Batman,” the epic Supergirl vs. Zod battles, emotional family reunions between Barry and his parents, and shocking multiverse cameos that thrilled DC fans. Combining time travel, heart, and jaw-dropping superhero spectacle, The Flash stands as both a tribute to the DCEU and a love letter to DC history. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have nothing good to say about this movie or Nicolas Cage's role in it, but our podcast is now on YouTube so go follow us there at @notthebeespodThe Flash (2023)"Barry Allen uses his super speed to change the past, but his attempt to save his family creates a world without super heroes, forcing him to race for his life in order to save the future." (Synopsis via IMDB)

Barry Allen races through time in 2024's The Flash, but is this multiverse mashup a victory lap or a stumble out of the Speed Force? Laramy is joined by Blake Fowler to break down DC's latest big-screen outing—comparing it to the Flashpoint comic, diving into the good, the bad, and the downright confusing “Weird Science” moments. From Michael Keaton's Batman return to Nicolas Cage's surprise Superman cameo, we cover it all. So lace up your running shoes, grab a bowl of timeline spaghetti, and join us on the other side of the page.

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoIn the summer of 1984, at Phil Seulings New York Comic Con two membersof DC Comics staff teased an upcoming event that drew gasps of shockfrom the assembled crowd. It went something like this: " As you knowDC is planning a major year-long event starting in January that willreshape the DC Universe as you now know it. Many things will happenthat will startle you, but none will astonish you more than the end oftwo of DC's major stars. These two characters will be going awayforever". I was in the audience that day, and I had to pick up my jawfrom the floor.    Join you Mint hosts James, Keith, Richie, and Joe as they recapissues 7,8, and 9 of the epic DC event--Crisis on Infinite Earths. Andeven though it's been forty years, jaws will be dropping once again asthe startling events of issues 7 and 8, and 9 are vividly recalled,related and rehashed by this quartet of rabid raconteurs.   Kara Zor-El (aka Supergirl) and Barry Allen (aka The Flash)heroically give their lives to save kith and kin (in issues 7 & 8respectively) from the ravages of the Anti-Monitor.   The guys cover an "alpha quadrant" of ground as they dive deeplyinto the plot and art of these three amazing Marv Wolfman and GeorgePerez issues.  And if those tidbits aren't enough to whet your appetite, wait tillyou hear Keith's retelling of how C.O.I.E. #8 was ten-year old Keith'sfirst comic! It's an origin story worthy of Showcase #4!

We welcome back Randy Carter (from Swarm of Comics) for a soaring discussion on the Golden and Silver Ages of superhero comics! The Golden Age of comic books in the United States spanned 1938 to 1956, beginning with the 1938 debut of Superman in Action Comics #1. And the Silver Age is generally considered to span 1956 to 1970. That period began with the publication of DC Comics' Showcase #4 (October 1956), which introduced the modern version of the Flash, Barry Allen. For this episode, your Octo-hosts will each pick 1 superhero from the Golden Age and 1 from the Silver Age! As usual, you can expect plenty of deep cuts and rambling as we navigate this enormously important period of time. Nuff said? Follow Randy Carter's Swarm of Comics, on his ongoing CGC unboxing adventures! And if thrashy death metal is your thing... you gotta put Swarm of Eyes in your ear holes! ----------------------------------------Retro Ridoctopus is:• Parasite Steve (read)• 8-Bit Alchemy (listen) • Coopster Gold (join) • Nintenjoe (subscribe)----------------------------------------All original heavy metal music by Enchanted Exile

THE CRISIS CONTINUES!! Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://huel.com/rejects to get 15% off your order MEETING JAMES GUNN | Superman Interview:    • MEETING W/ JAMES GUNN!! Superman & DCU Pre...   Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis & Spoiler Review!! Coy Jandreau & John Humphrey return for the next chapter of DC's epic animated trilogy with their Reaction, Recap, Commentary, and Spoiler Review of Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two (2024), directed by Jeff Wamester. Picking up from the cataclysmic events of Part One, this installment finds the multiverse on the brink of annihilation as the Justice League races to stop the Anti-Monitor's plan to erase all existence. With Earths collapsing and timelines unraveling, the League must rally heroes from across the multiverse in a desperate stand for survival. Part Two features several highly searched and talked-about moments, including the League's explosive assault on the Anti-Monitor's fortress, heartbreaking multiversal character deaths, and the show-stopping arrival of the Spectre, voiced by Lou Diamond Phillips (La Bamba, Prodigal Son). The film's emotional highlight arrives when Barry Allen attempts to stitch broken timelines back together in a sequence packed with fan-favorite cameos, cosmic visuals, and pulse-pounding action. With each moment building toward the final confrontation, Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Two delivers emotional stakes, character growth, and multiverse-shattering consequences. Join Coy and John as they break down every mind-blowing twist, heartfelt farewell, and epic team-up in this penultimate chapter!! Follow Coy Jandreau:  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coyjandreau?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coyjandreau/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CoyJandreau YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYH2szDTuU9ImFZ9gBRH8w Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show notes provided by Keith TarnowskiStraight from DC's All In Initiative comes Absolute Flash! Join hosts Keith and Joe, along with special guest Dylan, as they dive into the explosive debut of a bold new era for Wally West. The journey begins at Fort Fox—a secretive military base conducting dangerous scientific experiments. One of those experiments unleashes something extraordinary… turning teenager Wally West into the fastest kid alive: The Flash! What does this transformation mean for Wally, his father, Barry Allen, and the infamous Rogues? Tune in to this episode of The Secret Origin of Mint Condition to find out ! 

Today, in celebration of the comic book series Absolute Flash, which is jumping off shelves worldwide, we've entered the Speed Force to summon the assistance of The Flash Family from some of our favorite Flash-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 228: The Flash (Barry Allen) with Stephen Schleicher – Explore the science fiction origins of investigator Barry Allen, who redefined the role of The Flash.GHL 462: Iris West (The Flash) – Study up on the smartest woman in Central City and discover what led to her romance with Barry AllenGHL 146: Kid Flash (Wally West) – Discover the boy who grew up loving The Flash then perfected what it meant to be The FlashGHL 365: Impulse (Bart Allen) – Follow the journey of the slack speedster who became The Flash and died to save the worldSuit up in red and gold and time travel your way through this epic celebration of the Flash Family! (Additional research and writing by Meredith Harris)Follow Stephen Schleicher on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@majorspoilersFollow Meredith Harris on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@meredithharrisFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, in celebration of the comic book series Absolute Flash, which is jumping off shelves worldwide, we've entered the Speed Force to summon the assistance of The Flash Family from some of our favorite Flash-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 228: The Flash (Barry Allen) with Stephen Schleicher – Explore the science fiction origins of investigator Barry Allen, who redefined the role of The Flash.GHL 462: Iris West (The Flash) – Study up on the smartest woman in Central City and discover what led to her romance with Barry AllenGHL 146: Kid Flash (Wally West) – Discover the boy who grew up loving The Flash then perfected what it meant to be The FlashGHL 365: Impulse (Bart Allen) – Follow the journey of the slack speedster who became The Flash and died to save the worldSuit up in red and gold and time travel your way through this epic celebration of the Flash Family! (Additional research and writing by Meredith Harris)Follow Stephen Schleicher on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@majorspoilersFollow Meredith Harris on Threads ► https://www.threads.com/@meredithharrisFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

THE BEST BOOK CLUB IN THE MULTIVERSE! Join the Book Club Bois for the second chapter of THE iconic event of the Geoff Johns GREEN LANTERN Saga! The Blackest Night has arrived, and the dead are rising across the universe! As Hal Jordan leads a ragtag group of multicolored-light wielders to the homeworld of the Black Lanterns, Barry Allen leads a resistance on Earth against the forces of DEATH! Covers Green Lantern (2005) #46-49 and Blackest Night (2009) #4-5 by Geoff Johns, Ivan Reis, Doug Mahnke and Ed Benes Time Stamps: 00:01:03 Intro & Whatcha Doin'? 00:28:34 Book Club Begins 02:06:32 Break 02:08:43 Emerald Mailbag 02:47:29 Patreon Shout-Outs & Wrap-Up Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/geeksplained Geeksplained Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/geeksplained Follow us! Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/geeksplained.bsky.social Instagram: www.instagram.com/geeksplainedpod/?hl=en Send us your questions for the Geeksplained Mailbag! Email: Geeksplained@gmail.com Check out Par'Mach'Cast, a Star Trek Deep Space 9 podcast hosted by friends of the pod Jamie and Steph: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6D7Q64RWep6FayTPFyumWz?si=9WhhCQCkSwmXaMM0l_imCQ Music Sampled: “Alive” by Warbly Jets “Sail Into The Black” by Machine Head

Zach catches up on the three newest series to be released in the DC Absolute Universe!On the docket:Absolute Martian Manhunter #1-3 (DC Comics)Written by Deniz CampArt by Javier RodriguezLetters by Hassan Otsmane-ElhaouAbsolute Flash #1-3 (DC Comics)Written by Jeff LemireArt by Nick RoblesColors by Adriano LucasLetters by Tom NapolitanoAbsolute Green Lantern #1-2 (DC Comics)Written by Al EwingArt by Jahnoy LindsayLetters by Lucas Gattoni---------------------------------------------------Check out Dreampass and all their killer tracks on Spotify!---------------------------------------------------Join the Patreon to help us keep the lights on, and internet connected! https://www.patreon.com/tctwl---------------------------------------------------Listen to my other podcast!TFD: NerdcastAnd I am also part of the team over at...I Read Comic Books!---------------------------------------------------Want to try out all the sweet gigs over on Fiverr.com? Click on the link below and sign up!https://go.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=323533&brand=fiverrcpa---------------------------------------------------Follow on Instagram!The Comics That We LoveFollow on Tiktok!The Comics that We LoveFollow on Bluesky!comicsthatwelove.bsky.social

Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox is revisited!Spoiler Review @0:30Rating @1:03:25Text Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE

Season 2 Episode 765 Absolute Flash 1 and 2: Sean and Jim are starting a two-part look at the newest books in DC's Absolute line. DC High Volume https://www.dc.com/highvolume Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Upcoming: Absolute DC next wave, Batman Lonely Place of Dying with Brett Harris, X-men Manhunt Future Topics : Miles Morales, Conan, Spectacular Spider-Man, Miracleman, The Boys, Radiant Black, Heartpiercer, Emperor Joker, Turtles of Grayskull, Hush II, Batman Long Halloween: The Last Halloween, One World Under Doom, Summer of Superman, Creature Commandos, Man-Thing, Secret Wars II and much much more because we are in constant planning. Show Topic Request Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5l4gZgdGrNpLXAN4NdcAI0WF7fM7yhjHJ3upZ3azEc31zuw/viewform?usp=sharing Contact Info (Social Media and Gaming) Updated 9/23: https://ragingbullets.com/about/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/401332833597062/ Show Notes: 0:00 Show opening, http://www.heroinitiative.org, http://cbldf.org/,http://www.DCBService.com, http://www.Instocktrades.com, show voicemail line 1-440-388-4434 or drnorge on Skype, and more.   3:50 Absolute Flash 1:21:35 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content.  Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.

Zach is joined by the host of Geeksplained, Aeric Azana to discuss their top 6 favorite heroes who bore the name of a hero who came before them. Replacement or Legacy heroes!--------------------------------------------------Everyone needs more Aeric Azana in their life!His website is right here!Geeksplained is available everywhere, including Apple and Spotify!Geeksplained is also on Instagram and Bluesky!Aeric is also on Bluesky!---------------------------------------------------Check out Dreampass and all their killer tracks on Spotify!---------------------------------------------------Join the Patreon to help us keep the lights on, and internet connected! https://www.patreon.com/tctwl---------------------------------------------------Listen to my other podcast!TFD: NerdcastAnd I am also part of the team over at...I Read Comic Books!---------------------------------------------------Want to try out all the sweet gigs over on Fiverr.com? Click on the link below and sign up!https://go.fiverr.com/visit/?bta=323533&brand=fiverrcpa---------------------------------------------------Follow on Instagram!The Comics That We LoveFollow on Tiktok!The Comics that We LoveFollow on Buesky!comicsthatwelove.bsky.social

Sector 2814 Ep #209: Green Lantern Corps - Rebuild Welcome back to Sector 2814, the Green Lantern podcast. For this episode Phil and Will review The Flash Annual #2 (September 2013) featuring the New 52 first meeting of Hal Jordan and Barry Allen and Green Lantern Corps #21-#23 (August-October 2013) featuring John Stewart, Fatality and new rookie Green Lanterns vs a new Durlan plot and ring power failures affecting the whole Corps.   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!     Sector 2814's Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capesnetwork.bsky.social → Twitter https://www.twitter.com/GreenLanternPod → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/clsidekicks → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/GreenLanternPod → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

Few questions inspire as much debate as "Who is faster, the Flash or Superman?" Case and Jmike are joined by Austin Funk, from the Rolling with Difficulty podcast (https://rollingwithdifficultypod.transistor.fm/) , to take a closer look at the photo finish that is the various races between Superman and the Flash.   Overview   The Discussion/Analysis meeting centered around the iconic races between Superman and The Flash, covering their historical significance in comics from the first race in Superman 199 to contemporary depictions in animated series and live-action adaptations. Key topics included the power dynamics and character developments through different comic eras, particularly focusing on Wally West's evolution as The Flash, and the emotional depth apparent in races involving the Flash family. The meeting also highlighted artistic challenges in illustrating super-speed and discussed the scientific and philosophical themes these races evoke, such as the concept of the Speed Force. Additionally, memorable race narratives were examined for their impact and legacy within the DC universe, followed by an exploration of fan reception and the cultural relevance of these iconic rivalries. Overall, the meeting provided a comprehensive look at the Superman vs. Flash dynamic, its evolution over time, and its significance in the broader superhero genre. Notes ‍♂️ Introduction to Superman vs Flash Races (00:00 - 12:48) Discussed various races between Superman and The Flash in comics Mentioned the first race in Superman 199, written by Jim Shooter Highlighted the time-honored tradition of these races in DC Comics Noted that these races serve as a snapshot of Superman and comics at different times ‍♂️ Early Races and Their Significance (12:48 - 22:45) Explored the first race in Superman 199 and its details Discussed the science explanations and power differences between Superman and Flash Highlighted the gambling subplot in the first race Mentioned the introduction of different types of Kryptonite Post-Crisis Races and Character Development (22:46 - 31:56) Discussed the post-Crisis races, focusing on Wally West as The Flash Explored the power level changes and character development in this era Mentioned the involvement of Mr. Mxyzptlk in one of the races Discussed the introduction of Crimson Kryptonite ⚡ Flash Family and Legacy (31:56 - 42:03) Explored races involving different members of the Flash family Discussed the legacy aspect of The Flash character Mentioned races involving Jay Garrick and Superman Highlighted the emotional depth in some of these stories Superman's Legacy and Comparisons (42:03 - 50:55) Discussed Superman's legacy compared to The Flash's Explored the similarities and differences between Superman and Flash as characters Mentioned the concept of legacy in Superman's story Discussed the impact of Barry Allen's return as The Flash Races in Other Media (50:55 - 01:00:58) Explored races between Superman and Flash in animated series and live-action shows Discussed the challenges of depicting super-speed in various media Mentioned specific episodes from Superman: The Animated Series and Smallville Highlighted the importance of these races in establishing shared universes Artistic Challenges and Interpretations (01:00:58 - 01:09:30) Discussed the difficulties of illustrating races in comic books Mentioned various artists' approaches to depicting super-speed Explored the evolution of how races are depicted in comics over time Highlighted standout artistic interpretations of Superman vs Flash races Scientific and Philosophical Aspects (01:09:30 - 01:18:31) Discussed the scientific explanations (or lack thereof) for super-speed in comics Explored the concept of the Speed Force and its implications Mentioned the philosophical questions raised by characters with limitless abilities Discussed how these races reflect broader themes in superhero comics Best Race Stories and Their Impact (01:18:31 - 01:27:36) Highlighted some of the most memorable Superman vs Flash races Discussed the story "Up in the Sky" as a standout race narrative Explored the impact of these races on the larger DC universe Mentioned how these races often serve as milestones in comic book storytelling Evolution of the Superman vs Flash Dynamic (01:27:36 - 01:36:25) Discussed how the relationship between Superman and Flash has evolved over time Explored the changing power dynamics between the characters Mentioned how these races reflect broader changes in comic book storytelling Discussed the impact of various comic book eras on the Superman vs Flash dynamic Cultural Impact and Fan Reception (01:36:25 - 01:46:44) Explored the cultural significance of Superman vs Flash races Discussed fan reactions and debates surrounding these races Mentioned how these races have become a staple of DC Comics lore Explored the impact of these races on the broader superhero genre Character Analysis and Thematic Exploration (01:46:44 - 01:55:29) Conducted deeper analysis of Superman and Flash as characters Explored recurring themes in Superman vs Flash race stories Discussed how these races highlight core aspects of each character Mentioned the broader implications of these races for superhero storytelling

85 years ago, the Flash was born when Jay Garrick got a little clumsy with his chemistry set. The character could have been a 'flash in the pan' but instead he has endured and evolved. The mantle has been passed and shared among many speedsters, and they have often been the center of important events in the DC universe. Jay and Josh sprint through an 85 year marathon on Superhero Suite.

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs celebrate 400 episodes! Batman brings home a new partner in Batman: Dark Age #5. Batman is going after the Blakksun Mining Company, but Ione has other plans for him when she claims the bounty on his cowl in Batman: Off-World #5. It is Zatanna versus bunnies as she heads down the rabbit hole in a fight for her life and her inability to perform real magic is put to the test in Zatanna: Bring Down the House #3. It's Chaos versus Order as Gotham City is on the brink with Only the Batman standing in the way in Detective Comics #1088. Linda risks everything to get Wally West back from the Arc Angles in The Flash #12. The Amazo Robot, Velocity, chases down the last free speedster Barry Allen, who steals a kiss from the love of his life, Iris in Absolute Power: Task Force VII #5. Amanda Waller creates her first version of Task Force X in Absolute Power: Origins #2. All this plus, DC News, Shout Outs, and much, much more! ------------------------ Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open 0:01:21 DC News 0:05:48 Batman: Dark Age #4 0:11:06 Batman: Off-World #5 0:14:35 Zatanna: Bring Down The House #3 0:19:18 Detective Comics #1088 0:24:01 The Flash #12 0:25:35 Absolute Power: Task Force VII #5 0:36:13 The Penguin S1 Ep6 – Gold Summit 0:54:44 Show Close   Links Batman: Dark Age #5 Batman: Off-World #5 Zatanna: Bring Down The House #3 Detective Comics #1088 The Flash #12 Absolute Power: Task Force VII #5 Absolute Power: Origins #2 Forever Evil (Cletus's Read More Comics Pick) Earth Station DCU Website The ESO Network If you would like to leave feedback, comment on the show, or would like us to give you a shout out, please call the ESDCU feedback line at (317) 455-8411 or feel free to email us @ earthstationdcu@gmail.com

Today on the podcast the guys discuss Andy Muschietti's (director of The Flash) comments regarding why The Flash failed and why he felt like it was a lack of interest in the titular character. Find out why the guys think those comments were *check notes* dumb... very eloquent by them. Plus, the guys discuss Matt Reeves recent comments regarding the villain choice and Bruce Wayne's character growth for The Batman Part 2. Then finally the guys wrap the show discussing the shows they're watching including Skeleton Crew, Creature Commandos, Pantheon, On Call, and American Primeval.  Rate, review, like, and/or subscribe to Comicast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Goodpods, Podcast Addicts, or wherever you get your podcasts!  Timecodes: Introductions - (00:00:36)Andy Muschietti's Comments Regarding The Flash - (00:06:12)Matt Reeves' Comments on The Batman Part 2 - (00:27:42)What We've Been Watching, Pantheon - (00:35:45)On Call & American Primeval - (00:43:12)Creature Commandos Spoiler Thoughts - (00:47:35)Skeleton Crew Spoiler Thoughts So Far - (00:57:31)See Ya - (01:08:00)Follow Jong and Michael on social media.  Bluesky: @one-punch.bsky.social & @producermike975.bsky.socialThreads: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Instagram: @onepunch______ & @producermike975Feedback, questions, or topic ideas for the show? Email us at comicastpod@gmail.com

The director of "The Flash" attributes the film's box office failure to disinterest in the character, negative perceptions of Ezra Miller, and a lack of appeal to diverse demographics, despite the presence of iconic characters like Batman. Oh, and women. Women didn't go see The Flash. It couldn't possibly be Ezra Miller. 00:00 The director blames "The Flash's" box office failure on disinterest in the character and negative views of Ezra Miller, not the film's quality. 01:35 The director laments that despite Michael Keaton's return as Batman, the film's execution was disappointing, with Batman only appearing for a mere seven to eight minutes. 02:30 The director of "The Flash" calls it one of the worst superhero movies, attributing its failure to personal struggles and controversies involving Ezra Miller. 04:00 The director of "The Flash" blames its $200 million failure on not appealing to all demographics, despite successful films targeting specific audiences. 05:31 The director of "The Flash" blames its failure on women's reactions and casting choices, while asserting that a strong story and popular characters could have improved its reception. 09:14 The director attributes "The Flash's" failure to Ezra Miller's behavior and criticizes the character's portrayal, claiming it strays from beloved comic and TV versions. 10:56 The director expresses disbelief over the ongoing discussions about the challenges of wearing the Flash suit and the absurdity of the situation. 11:47 The director of The Flash attributes the film's failure to women.

We are joined by special guest, Anthony G from Sloth Love Chunk Podcast to close out Mark Waid Spotlight Month and discuss The Flash: The Return of Barry Allen by Waid and Greg LaRocque. Plus, Fantastic Four, Goonies, Berserk, We Called Them Giants, Absolute Batman, and I Hate Fairyland. Follow us on: Facebook: Comics Discourse 114 Instagram: ComicsDiscourse114 Threads: ComicsDiscourse114 Bluesky: @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social Twitter: ComicsDiscourse  

In this episode, we get two epic storylines back to back. First, in “Dead Heat,” the Lightning Brigade faces the evil Savitar, who treats superspeed like a religion and has an army of ninjas to back him up. Next, “Race Against Time” finds Wally West lost in the future while a new Flash protects Keystone City (and makes time with Linda Park). But we're less enthused about these stories than earlier highlights like “The Return of Barry Allen” and “Terminal Velocity.” Was writer Mark Waid starting to be stretched a little too thin as he ascended to the ranks of industry superstar, or are your humble hosts just running out of gas? Or maybe there's just something funny about this Savitar guy… There's a Fifth Week Bonus episode coming in October! Sign up now at patreon.com/ironageofcomics so you won't miss it!

It's another big everything-changes-forever epic as Mark Waid hits “Terminal Velocity.” The discovery of the Speed Force as the source of superspeed in the DC Universe is transforming Wally West emotionally and physically, and his future with Linda Park is at stake. True love conquers all (sorry for the spoiler), but they won't necessarily live happily ever as they have to pick up the pieces after the fairytale ending. We'll discuss Wally's often-frustrating tendency to keep his loved ones in the dark and debate whether it matters that the villain of the piece is a bit generic. Because comic fans need to rank things, we'll also weigh in on whether “Terminal Velocity” or “The Return of Barry Allen” is the highlight of the run. All this plus Mirror Master and some kind of Lovecraftian monster, too!  Discussed in this episode: Flash #0 and 95-105, plus Flash Annual #8 (1996). Support this podcast at patreon.com/ironageofcomics