Podcast appearances and mentions of Julius Schwartz

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoJust imagine walking to the corner drug store, swinging the door wideopen, your eyes fixated on the comic spinner rack--and like a boltfrom the blue--there it is, in all its four-color glory--the firstappearance of The Justice League of America!   Well, it didn't quite happen like that for me when I firstdiscovered the JLA. I was only four when B&B #28 hit the stands inlate 1959. Little Joe (no relation to the Cartwright clan) purchasedhis first copy of a JLA mag when he was ten, but he would discoverthis gem years later at one of Phil Seuling's New York Comic Cons.    Join your long-winded "corner" host Joe, and fellow comic bookhistorian James as they mine the JLA's initial bow, and all theriotous ramifications it would wrought on the Silver Age of comics.From the fertile minds of Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox and MikeSekowsky, to a golf game played by competing publishing "moguls", tothe fascinating construction of the team, this is definitely a seminalepisode of the Mint Podcast created for the discriminating comic bookhistorian!

Gerry Conway is one of the true legends of comics, having written just about every major Marvel and DC character over the last 60 years. At 19 years old, he was the third person to write Amazing Spider-Man, after Stan Lee and Roy Thomas, and he is the co-creator of the Punisher, the Jackal, the original Ms. Marvel, Man-Thing, and Werewolf by Night for Marvel Comics and Firestorm, Power Girl, Jason Todd, and Killer Croc for DC Comics.For 80+ minutes of bonus content — including 20 more minutes of our conversation with Gerry Conway and the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of over 150 extended and exclusive episodes! Stories Covered in this Episode: "The Battle of the Century!" - Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man #1, written by Gerry Conway, art by Ross Andru and Dick Giordano, letters by Gaspar Saladino, colors by Jerry Serpe, edited by Roy Thomas, Julius Schwartz, Marv Wolfman, and E. Nelson Bridwell, ©1976 Marvel Comics and DC Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written by Robb Milne and performed by Robb Milne and Barb Allen. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Crónicas Superheroicas #53 SUPERMAN: KRYPTONITA NUNCA MÁS ¿MÁS O MENOS PODERES? Con Patricio López Tobares y Santiago Oga En 1970, pleno comienzo de la Bronze Age, Julius Schwartz reemplaza como editor a Mort Weisinger. Llega a Superman con muchos planteos, el principal, despojar al Hombre de Acero de su "divinidad" y lo que le quitase "protagonismo". Convoca a Dennis O'Neil como guionista y le pide a Curt Swan que modernice sus trazos. Un gran jugada que será un antes y un después. Pero... ¿funcionó? Releyendo la historia, tragos de por medio, reflexionamos su contexto, su impacto y muchos temas más!

Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? Da John Byrne i 1986 startede Superman (næsten) forfra, og DC sagde farvel til "The Silver Age," besluttede redaktøren Julius Schwartz, at det skulle være en afsked, der ville blive husket. Derfor valgte han "Something old, and something new" — Alan Moore som forfatter og Curt Swan som tegner. Det var de "sidste" numre af Action Comics og Superman, hvor Moore tog et meget nostalgisk farvel til en æra fyldt med vidunderlige, mærkelige, naive, fjollede og tossede historier. Historier, som havde betydet meget for den unge Moore, og som han grundlæggende aldrig er kommet over. Kim og jeg gennemgår de to hæfter side for side, og vi kommer vidt omkring. Lige fra "Nabokov" til "Rummets Helte" og alt det, der ligger imellem. Så lyt med til en podcast om en Alan Moore, der aldrig har været mere sentimental og nostalgisk. facebook.com/supersnakpodcast instagram.com/supersnakpodcast supersnakpodcast@gmail.com

David Armstrong interviewed Golden & Silver Age great, Jim Mooney in 1997 on set at San Diego Comic Con about his entry into pulp magazines like Weird Tales, meeting Julius Schwartz and Mort Weisinger, entering comic books in the early 1940s with Fiction House, Ace Magazines and Timely, meeting Golden Age publishers like Victor Fox, entering DC Comics under Whitney Ellsworth, his friendship with Stan Lee, working on Spider-Man, and independent comics of the 1990s.  Armstrong also interviewed Golden Age great,  Marv Levy in 1998 on set at Long Island, New York about his entry into comic books in the early 1940s while in high school, working for Harry Chesler, Leon Harvey at Harvey Comics, Lloyd Jacquet, Bernard Baily, analyzing the Lou Fine comics vs the Jack Kirby style, serving in the military and leaving comic books for newspaper comic strips and advertising. Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong. Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Agency for Change : A Podcast from KidGlovStories of changemakers and how their actions are driving positive impact in the world.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the Show.

I'm thrilled to share something truly special with you. Writing my book was a seven-year journey, culminating not just in publication but also in an audiobook that's now available, thanks to an option I discovered with my publisher. Encouraged by my friend, Eric Bailey, I decided to lend my voice to the project. Leveraging years of experience from producing and audio engineering the Comic Book Historians podcast, I poured every ounce of my patience and expertise into recording and editing this audiobook over four months. It was a labor of love to get every detail just right. I'm delighted to announce that it's now available across all major platforms, including Audible, Google Play, and Chirp. For those who love comic history and prefer their reading on the go, this is for you.audible link: https://a.co/d/4n7qXVJSupport the Show.

Crónicas Superheroicas #2.8 SUPERGIRL: LOS ÚLTIMOS AÑOS Con Patricio López Tobares Octubre de 1985. Kara Zor-El, Supergirl, sacrifica heroicamente su vida para salvar al universo en Crisis en Tierras Infinitas. En la memoria popular quedan quizá los años más flojos de la Dama de Acero. Pero sus últimos tres años fueron muy interesantes, de la mano de Paul Kupperberg y Carmine Infantino (y la dirección de Julius Schwartz). Recorreremos esa etapa, con el estilo de las Crónicas, y veremos sus epílogos y le dedicaremos algunos minutos a la película protagonizada por Helen Slater. Pueden leer todas las Crónicas Superheroicas en ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ o ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.

David Armstrong interviewed Nick Cardy for a second round on set in 2005 about his time at the Eisner shop, Fiction House, illustrator influences, Lou Fine, anatomy, reference, army sketch book, his Paris exhibit, Science Fiction stories, design, page rates, Brushwork, advertising, his sense of religion, and a sex comic experience at comic con. Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong. Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Support the show

David Armstrong interviewed Golden and Silver Age great, Nick Cardy in 1998 on set at San Diego Comic Con about his entry into comic books in 1940, working with the Eisner & Iger shop, his influences like Gary Cooper, Noel Sickles, working at Fiction House, drafted into the Army, Tarzan and Casey Ruggles daily comic strips, entering DC Comics, interacting with Alex Toth, Jack Kirby, Neal Adams and Mike Sekowsky, working with Julius Schwartz and Carmine Infantino, working on animation, illustration and movie posters for New Line Cinema. Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong.  Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Support the show

Gotham City is plagued by a series of inexplicable robberies, with victims left with no memory of their assailant. Desperate for a solution, Commissioner Gordon turns to Batman for help. But as the pressure mounts to find the perpetrator, Gordon finds himself in a pinch when it's revealed that a controversial councilman Robert Murdock is one of the victims – and the only one able to provide any kind of description of the elusive criminal.As Batman delves deeper into the case, he enlists the help of master hacker Oracle. Together, they face a shadowy figure known as the Gray Man – a formidable foe who may be the Dark Knight's most perplexing adversary yet. Batman must unravel the mystery behind the Gray Man's identity and uncover the truth behind these crimes. When nothing is as it seems, will Batman and Oracle be able to stop Gray Man before another innocent citizen shares the fate of Thomas and Martha Wayne?The Gray Man of Gotham, an independent sequel to Gotham Audio Theater's highly acclaimed debut story, Fathers & Sons, continues their tradition of expertly weaving together elements of suspense and real-world social commentary. This detective story boasts a cast of intelligent, multifaceted characters, both drawn from the DC Comics® universe and masterfully crafted by Thomas Oakland.Story & Executive ProducerThomas OaklandNarratorMike CarnesBatman/Bruce WayneMichael CorleyCommissioner James GordonBill ShanksOfficer Matthew JohnsonJack SavageOracle/Barbara GordonRebekah KoprivnikarDetective Harvey BullockChristopher ”Big Jim” LamanceMargaret EmersonLouise PorterCouncilman Robert MurdockBryan ToddAlfred PennyworthPeter WaltersPaloma RaynesBrianna EpsteinThemeTorpedoBeatzBatman: The Gray Man of Gotham is a non-commercial, non-profit fan fiction production released and distributed under the Creative Commons license. Batman®, Bruce Wayne, James Gordon, Oracle, Batgirl®, Barbara Gordon, Alfred Pennyworth and Gotham City® are property of DC Comics Inc., WarnerMedia LLC and their creators Bob Kane, Bill Finger, William Dozier, Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino. Batman: The Gray Man of Gotham is not endorsed or affiliated with the creators or owners to the rights of these characters.Batman: The Gray Man of Gotham is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

Crónicas Superheroicas #16: Batman en los 60s. con Patricio López Tobares. Sin lugar a dudas la década que definió una gran etapa del Hombre Murciélago. Una década en la que Batman estuvo a punto de ser cancelado y desaparecer. A su rescate fueron -sin demasiadas ganas- Julius Schwartz y Carmine Infantino. Un episodio dónde combinamos historia, lectura y reflexiones. Y no será el único sobre BATMAN EN LOS SESENTAS. Pueden leer todas las Crónicas Superheroicas en ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ o ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Siempre con el aguante comiquero de ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meridiana Comics. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seguinos en Instagram en @labatea_podcast,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ y si sos fan del programa pedinos ingreso a Discord.

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Acceso anticipado para Fans - Manuel prosigue con su repaso a la historia de los cómics de C-F haciendo una parada en esta ocasión en los cómics de la editorial DC creados entre los años 50 y 60 por figuras como Julius Schwartz , Gardner Fox o John Broome y que se plasmaron en las revistas "Strange Adventures" y "Mystery in Space". Las músicas que suenan pertenecen al artista "Hello Meteor". Síguenos y contacta con nosotros a través de Facebook en https://www.facebook.com/retronautas, en Twitter en @losretronautas, o escríbenos a nuestro correo electrónico: losretronautas@gmx.com También puedes unirte a nuestro grupo de Telegram aquí. Contacta con nosotros para enviarte el enlace de invitación. Si te ha gustado este programa y quieres invitarnos a un café, puedes hacerlo a través de: https://ko-fi.com/retronautas Y si estás comprometido con la C-F viejuna puedes unirte a la infantería móvil retronaútica en: https://www.patreon.com/losretronautas o aquí mismo, en Ivoox. Como patrocinador, serás informado de nuestros planes de vuelo, y tendrás acceso anticipado a estos "Micronautas". Saludos desde los días del futuro pasado.Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Los Retronautas. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/57575

Crónicas Superheroicas #10: Wonder Woman, las doce pruebas de la JLA. por Patricio López Tobares En 1974, llegaron grandes cambios a Wonder Woman, liderados por Julius Schwartz junto a Len Wein, Elliott S! Maggin, Cary Bates y un gran equipo. La nueva era comenzaba con una saga en la cuál Wonder Woman era monitoreada por todos los integrantes de la Justice League of America. En este episodio transitaremos los mejores momentos de esta épica historia. Pueden leer todas las Crónicas Superheroicas en ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ o ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Siempre con el aguante comiquero de ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meridiana Comics. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Seguinos en Instagram en @labatea_podcast,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ y si sos fan del programa pedinos ingreso a Discord.

Crónicas Superheroicas #7: La Construcción de la Continuidad Pre-Crisis con  Patricio López Tobares. Se podría pensar que la continuidad es un tema moderno. No es así. El crear un "universo coherente" estuvo en la mente de los editores de DC (especialmente Mort Weisinger y Julius Schwartz) desde finales de la década del 50. En este episodio veremos como se fue construyendo la continuidad de Superman, Batman y Wonder Woman desde 1956 a 1985. Pueden leer todas las Crónicas Superheroicas en ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ o ⁠⁠⁠Facebook.⁠⁠⁠ Siempre con el aguante comiquero de ⁠⁠⁠⁠Meridiana Comics. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Seguinos en Instagram en @labatea_podcast,⁠⁠⁠⁠ y si sos fan del programa pedinos ingreso a Discord.

Today we are joined by  special guest-host and resident CBH book Editor and Globo Comico social media founder, N. Scott Robinson, Ph.D., who interviews Alex Grand,  author of the new book, Understanding Superhero Comic Books A History of Key Elements, Creators, Events and Controversies , delving into its in-depth exploration of the origin, growth, and major influences of superhero comic books. The discussion illuminates how iconic characters such as Batman, Wonder Woman, and Captain America are more than just fictional characters, but reflections of their societal contexts. Further, they delve into the contributions of pivotal creators like Julius Schwartz, Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, Steve Ditko, Jim Starlin, John Byrne, and Alan Moore, highlighting their unique takes on superhero realism, design, revitalization, and deconstruction.Understanding Superhero Comic Books can be found at:click: Amazon, the book's publisher, McFarland & Co, Barnes & Noble, Wal-Mart, Target and more...Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians, LLC. Thumbnail Artwork ©Comic Book Historians.  Music ©Lost EuropeanXR MOTIONExperience the Future of Digital Art with XR Motion! 3D, VR, AR, AI, NFT, Motion GraphicsListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

You are tasked with bringing down the curtain on arguably the best-known fictional character of the twentieth century. You turn to the icon's creator to pen the finale. Unfortunately, he is unable to accept the assignment. Fate intervenes over coffee and scones and delivers a legendary creative to escort your "man of steel" into a four-color sunset. Your name is Julius Schwartz, your charge is Superman and your assigned biographer is the wondrous wordsmith-- Alan Moore. Join your hosts James and Joe for a very special Joe's Comics Corner, as the boys dive deep into the two-part seminal story that dared to tell the tale of the final days of The Man of Steel. Recollections abound as the panoply of pages explored proclaims a truly epic ending for the world's most beloved superhero! The phrase "a love letter to" is often overused in critiques of creative works. It is highly possible this beautiful phrase was inspired by Alan Moore's triumphant tribute to The Man of Steel?

Unveiling a tantalizing teaser, Gotham Audio Theatre proudly presents Batman - The Gray Man of Gotham, coming up later in 2023. This gripping Batman audio drama will serve as an independent sequel to Gotham Audio Theatre's acclaimed debut story, Fathers & Sons, released in 2022.Stay tuned as Batman faces a shadowy figure known as the Gray Man – a formidable foe who may be the Dark Knight's most perplexing adversary yet.Story & Executive ProducerThomas OaklandDetective Harvey BullockChristopher "Big Jim" LamanceMargaret EmersonLouise PorterBatman - The Gray Man of Gotham is a non-commercial, non-profit fan fiction production released and distributed under the Creative Commons license. Batman®, Bruce Wayne, James Gordon, Oracle, Batgirl®, Barbara Gordon, Alfred Pennyworth and Gotham City® are property of DC Comics Inc., WarnerMedia LLC and their creators Bob Kane, Bill Finger, William Dozier, Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino. Batman - The Gray Man of Gotham is not endorsed or affiliated with the creators or owners to the rights of these characters.Batman - The Gray Man of Gotham is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places and incidents either are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental.

A sit down chat between Alex Grand and Bud Plant discussing his early years in 1960s fandom, Rocket Blast Comic Collector, Golden Age Timely, Quality and Fiction House comics, EC Comics, Carl Barks, Julius Schwartz comics, Jules Fei¦er's Great Comic Book Heroes, business in the first comic book shops, Sci-Fi Bay Con 1968, 1960s Fanzines, meeting Steranko at New York Comic Con 1970, starting Bud's Mail order, co-founding Comics and Comix and its various stages, finding the Tom Reilly Collection at 1973 Bay Area Comics Convention, from meeting Phil Seuling, starting the direct market, New Media/Irjax lawsuit, Seuling's death, encountering Gary Groth at Fantagraphics, business with Kirby and Eisner, getting into the comic direct distribution business from 1982-1988, publishing Alfredo Alcala and Jack Katz, encountering Steve Geppi at Diamond which decided the course of comic history, getting the inkpot award in the 1990s, and phasing out of San Diego Comic-Con. Vote Bud Plant for Eisner Hall of Fame here:  https://form.jotform.com/230927489799177The Most Unboring Health PodcastThe Most Unboring Health Podcast" is the ultimate podcast for anyone looking to...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

A sit down chat between Alex Grand and Bud Plant discussing his early years in 1960s fandom, Rocket Blast Comic Collector, Golden Age Timely, Quality and Fiction House comics, EC Comics, Carl Barks, Julius Schwartz comics, Jules Fei¦er's Great Comic Book Heroes, business in the first comic book shops, Sci-Fi Bay Con 1968, 1960s Fanzines, meeting Steranko at New York Comic Con 1970, starting Bud's Mail order, co-founding Comics and Comix and its various stages, finding the Tom Reilly Collection at 1973 Bay Area Comics Convention, from meeting Phil Seuling, starting the direct market, New Media/Irjax lawsuit, Seuling's death, encountering Gary Groth at Fantagraphics, business with Kirby and Eisner, getting into the comic direct distribution business from 1982-1988, publishing Alfredo Alcala and Jack Katz, encountering Steve Geppi at Diamond which decided the course of comic history, getting the inkpot award in the 1990s, and phasing out of San Diego Comic-Con. Edited & Produced by Alex Grand. ©2021 Comic Book Historians.Vote Bud Plant for Eisner Hall of Fame here:  https://form.jotform.com/230927489799177Support the show

Inspired by the Power Records audio dramas of the 1970s, JB performs the main feature from the 100-Page issue, Batman #260 (February 1975), complete with sound effects and background music.  Look for the video with accompanying comic panels to be posted soon on JB's YouTube channel.  Story by Denny O'Neil, art by Irv Novick & Dick Giordano, and edited by Julius Schwartz. 

With very few choices left to him, Clark makes a difficult decision. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists.Clark Kent, Jonathan Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Dr. Fate was created by Gardner Fox and Howard Sherman. J'Onn J‘Onzz was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Jason Blood was created by Jack Kirby. The Joker was created by Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, and Bob Kane. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. John Stewart was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Wally West was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. John Constantine was created by Alan Moore and Steve Bissette. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Etta Candy was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Deadshot was created by David Vern Reed and Lew Sayre Schwartz. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Bloodsport was created by John Byrne. Captain Atom was created by Joe Gill and Steve Ditko. Katana was created by Mike W. Barr and Jim Aparo.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Time Passing I by David Hilowitz, Headlights/Mountain Road by Blue Dot Sessions, Highway to the Stars by Kai Engel, Devil in the Details by David Hilowitz, Calm and Collected by Blue Dot Sessions, Dutiligi by Mello C, Taut by Chad Crouch, Sequence by Borrtex, Good Ideas Poorly Executed by Steve Combs, Hunter by Scott Holmes, Pep by Kirk Osamayo, Eclipse by Kirk Osamayo, Tarnish by Podington Bear, Emu in the Bass by Gorowski, Morning Mist by Podington Bear, No Good (Start the Dance by Ergo Phizmiz, Neogrotesque by Tortue Super Sonic, Maceonectar (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Saxsyndrum, Fog In a Dawn by Masato Abe, Slough by Podington Bear, There Is Always a Reason by Borrtex, Enhance Your Days (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Children of Kids.

Clark enters an inescapable conflict. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. J'Onn J‘Onzz was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. John Stewart was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Wally West was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Oliver Queen was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Roy Harper was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Dr. Fate was created by Gardner Fox and Howard Sherman. The Joker was created by Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, and Bob Kane.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Itasca by Blue Dot Sessions, Fly a Kite by Spectacular Sound Productions, Maceonectar (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Saxsyndrum, Spring Cleaning by Blue Dot Sessions, Touching Down by Scott Nice, Ginger by Chad Crouch, I Have a Plan by Borrtex, Moon by Borrtex,Loaming Pulse by Podington Bear, Flatlands 3rd by Blue Dot Sessions, Outside (Luzalove Mix) by Luxalove, Animals by Borrtex, Shadow by Evan Shaeffer, The Undertake by Borrtex, There is Always a Reason by Borrtex, Time Passing I by David Hilowitz, Unto the Coven by Plasticine Cowboy.

Clark retreats to introspect. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Jor-El, Martha Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Kara Zor-El was created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. The Phantom Zone Projector was Robert Bernstein and George Papp. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz. J'Onn J‘Onzz was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Etta Candy was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Wally West was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Roy Harper was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Sandra Wusan was created by Dennis O'Neal and Ric Estrada.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Feather On the Crest by Blue Dot Sessions, Unialus by Jari Pitkanen, Discovery by Kirk Osamayo, One Little Triumph by Blue Dot Sessions, Above the Clouds by Frequeny Decree, Floatation by Bio Unit, Solitary by Bio Unit, Lady Marie by Blue Dot Sessions, Brotherhood by Monplaisir, An Empire For Your Heart by Eletrólise, Touch Your Breath by Masato Abe, Wave of the Synth by Uncan.

Clark and the league find themselves on the wrong side of the law. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Kara Zor-El was created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Task Force X was created by Robert Kanigher and Ross Andru. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. John Stewart was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Roy Harper was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Flashing Runner by Blue Dot Sessions, Going Forward Looking Back by Podington Bear, Rythn by Podington Bear, Ice Where Your Parent's Love Should Be by Kyle Preston, Euphoric by Podington Bear, Part VIII by Jahzzar, Friction Model by Blue Dot Sessions, Animals by Borrtex, Picnic March by Blue Dot Sessions, Look Deep Into Your Eyes by Till Pardiso.

David Armstrong interviewed Golden, Silver and Bronze Age great, Julius Schwartz in 1999 on set at San Diego Comic Con about his work as a Science Fiction pulp writer agent in the 1930s, his friendship with Mort Weisinger, working with Alfred Bester & Shelley Mayer at All American Comics, M.C. Gaines, Harry Donenfeld, Science Fiction comic books of the 1950s, Strange Adventures, Gorilla covers, jumpstarting the Silver Age with the Flash, Green Lantern's oath, the JLA, Adam Strange, contributing to the Batman TV show, the Superman film, meeting and influencing Marvel's Editor, Stan Lee, Gardner Fox, and comics of the late 1990s.Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong.Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Support the show

Clark deals with precarious youth. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, Martha Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. John Stewart was created by Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams. Barry Allen was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Wally West was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Mister Mxyzptlk was created by Jerry Siegel and Ira Yarbrough. Kara Zor-El was created by Otto Binder and Al Plastino. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Two-Face was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Alfred Pennyworth by Don Cameron and Bob Kane. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Process by Borrtex, New Cresente by Blue Dot Sessions, Unialus by Jair Pitkanen, Twinkletoes by Podington Bear, Tar and Spackle by Blue Dot Sessions, We Collect Shiny Things by Blue Dot Sessions, Calm and Collected by Blue Dot Sessions, Ode to the World by Kai Engel, Izeah by Blue Dot Sessions, Micolai by Blue Dot Sessions, Donnalee by Blue Dot Sessions, Sneeuwland by Oskar Schuster, Trundle by Podington Bear, Tropical Pleasure by Serge Quadrado, Endless Story About the Sun and Moon by Kai Engel, Greyleaf Willow by Blue Dot Sessions, Synthewave by Ryan Anderson.

David Armstrong interviewed Golden & Silver Age great, Carmine Infantino in 1999 about his entry into comic books with Fox Comics and Timely, meeting Harry Chesler, working at DC Comics with Sheldon Mayer, meeting Alex Toth and Joe Kubert, his favorite inkers & movies, his DC covers, the business side of DC, corporate shakeups, Sol Harrison, Irwin Donenfeld, Jack Liebowitz, the buyout from Kinney, Mike Sekowsky, All-American Comics, Mario Puzo, Robert Kanigher, merchandising and why he left DC Comics.Interview conducted, recorded and copyrighted to David Armstrong.Remastered, edited, timestamped and postproduction by Alex Grand.Support the show

Clark begins to understand what he is up against. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman, Harvey Dent, The Penguin, Salvatore Maroni, Jim Gordon, Hugo Strange, Selina Kyle, and Dick Grayson were created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Carmine Falcone was created by Frank Miller and Dave Mazzucchelli. Riddler was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang. Felix Faust was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky. Jason Blood was created by Jack Kirby. Matt Hagen was created by Bill Finger and Sheldon Moldoff. Victor Friez was created by Dave Wood and Sheldon Moldoff. The Joker was created by Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger, and Bob Kane. Harley Quinzel was created by Paul Dini and Bruce Timm. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Jason Todd was created by Gerry Conway and Don Newton. Sandra Wusan was created by Dennis O'Neal and Ric Estrada. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Talia Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil and Bob Brown.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Staggering by Chad Crouch, Great is the Contessa by Blue Dot Sessions, Lost City II. by Crowander, Pxl Htra by Blue Dot Sessions, Sunset by Kai Engel, The Bridge (Horror I) by David Hilowitz, Feather on the Crest by Blue Dot Sessions, Matamoscas by Blue Dot Sessions, Conclusion by Scott Holmes, Idiophone by Bio Unit, Ancora Dolcemente by Jari Pitkanen, The Dweller on the Threshold by Nihilore, Frog Dream (Instrumental) by Chad Crouch, Ginger by Chad Crouch, Night Vision by Podington Bear, Idea by Kai Engel, Rise by Igor Khabarov, Morning Mist by Podington Bear, Waves by Serge Quadrado, Bogan by Audiorezout.

Clark bares witness to Bruce's great dilemma. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent was created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz. Sandra Wusan was created by Dennis O'Neal and Ric Estrada. Talia Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil and Bob Brown.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Ice Where Your Parents' Love Should Be by Kyle Preston, Kalsted by Blue Dot Sessions, Satellite Bloom by Podington Bear, Process by Borrtex, Tarnish by Podington Bear, Spiral Galaxy by Serge Quadrado, Swale by Podington Bear, Fog in Dawn by Masato Abe, Buenos Breeze by Serge Quadrado.  

Clark learns more about Bruce's upbringing. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz. Sandra Wusan was created by Dennis O'Neal and Ric Estrada. Talia Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil and Bob Brown. Dr. Ebeneezer Darrk was created by Dennis O'Neal and Neal Adams.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: An Empire For Your Heart by Eletrólise, Outro by Leo Urriolabeita, Parkette by Sealadder, Container by Bio Unit, Fog in Dawn by Masato Abe, Undersea Garden by Podington Bear, Devil in Details by David Hilowitz, Celadon by Podington Bear, Lost City II by Crowander, The Undertake by Borrtex, Hunted by Scott Holmes, Spur by Masato Abe.

Clark embarks into the darkness. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Weather Wizard was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. The Toyman was created by Don Cameron and Ed Debrotka. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Hal Jordan was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Bizarro was created by George Papp and Otto Binder. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Transformations II by David Hilowitz, Falaal by Blue D ot Sessions, Wind by Crowander, Below the Surface by Kyle Preston, Respiration by Podington Bear, Touch Your Breath by Masato Abe, Kalsted by Blue Dot Sessions, Idiophone by Bio Unit, Fog In A Dawn by Masato Abe, Stregheria by Eletrólise, Submerging Blue-Blak by Podington Bear, The Bridge (Horror I) by David Hilowitz, Rise by Igor Khabarov, Synthpop Motion by Serge Quadrato. 

Clark does his best to avoid politics. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and Martha Kent were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Peacemaker was created by Joe Gill and Pat Boyette. Lana Lang was created by Bill Finger and John Sikela. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Etta Candy was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Roy Harper was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Hal Jordan was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Bizarro was created by George Papp and Otto Binder. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Prometheus was created by Grant Morrison and Arnie Jorgensen. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Weather Wizard was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. The Toyman was created by Don Cameron and Ed Debrotka.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Trundle by Podington Bear, Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz, Fjord by Bio Unit, Ancora Dolcemente by Jari Pitkanen, Three Colors by Podington Bear, Last Day of High School by Borrtex, Donnalee by Blue Dot Sessions, Show Me by Borrtex, Night Vision by Podington Bear, Lady Marie by Blue Dot Sessions, Low Horizon by Kai Engel, Emu in the Bass by Gorowski, A Soul the Same by Audralic, Counting Lights by Kai Engel, Coming Home by Borrtex, Memory Wind by Podington Bear, Evermore by Jari Pitkanen, New England is Interesting by BOPD, Outside (Luxalove remix) by Luxalove, Big Feeling Man by Blue Dot Sessions, Boadicee (Johnny Ripper Mix) by Phasme, Rising Out of Stagnant Water by Jack Anderton, Swollen Clouds by Podington Bear, You Make My Heart Sing by Will Bangs, Flatlands 3rd by Blue Dot Sessions, Ashes by Jahzzar.

Clark is invited to a debate. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, Martha Kent, and Jonathan Kent were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Deadshot was created by David Vern Reed and Lew Sayre Schwartz. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Roy Harper was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Prometheus was created by Grant Morrison and Arnie Jorgensen. Knightfall was created by Gail Simone and Alitha Martinez. Electrocutioner was created by Marv Wolfman, Michael Fleisher, and Irv Novick. Reaper was created by Mike W. Barr and Alan Davis. Javelin was created by Len Wein and Dave Gibbons. Peacemaker was created by Joe Gill and Pat Boyette. Bloodsport was created by John Byrne. Steve Trevor was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marston and Harry G. Peter. Metallo was created by Robert Bernstein and Al Plastino. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Iris West was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Hal Jordan was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Gradual Sunrise by David Hilowitz, Headlights/Moutain Road by Blue Dot Sessions, …and Degeneracy by Abstract Nostalgic Fractal Systems, Curious Process by Podington Bear, Donnalee by Blue Dot Sessions, Starlight by Chad Crouch, Great is the Contessa by Blue Dot Sessions, The Dawn Chorus (Instrumental) by Chad Crouch, Good Ideas Poorly Executed by Steve Combs, Flatlands 3rd by Blue Dot Sessions, Chicane by Bio Unit, Intro by Baucheamp, A Sea Change by Kyle Preston, Calm and Collected by Blue Dot Sessions, Dutiligi by Mello C, Roundpine by Blue Dot Sessions, Stress by Audiobinger.

Old enemies return, seeking redemption. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, Martha Kent, and Jonathan Kent were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Metallo was created by Robert Bernstein and Al Plastino. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Deadshot was created by David Vern Reed and Lew Sayre Schwartz.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Nature Kid by Podington Bear, Disinter by Blue Dot Sessions, Moon by Borrtex, Universe in Hands by Kai Engel, 303 by Niesei23, Big Feeling Man by Blue Dot Sessions, You Make My Heart Sing So Loud by Will Bangs, Sunset by Kai Engel, Animals by Borrtex, Counting Lights by Kai Engel, Easy by Mello C, Paper Boat by Podington Bear, Even Deams of Beaches by Blue Dot Sessions, Outside (Luxalove remix) by Luxalove, Aerial by Bio Unit, Got Spark by Podington Bear.

Clark's life takes an unpleasant turn. The Unauthorized Biography of Clark Kent continues. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Jonathan Kent, and Martha Kent were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Schuster. Arthur Ivo was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky. Achilles Milo was created by Bill Finger and Sheldon Moldoff. Hugo Strange was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Jason Blood was created by Jack Kirby. Felix Faust was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky. Vandal Savage was created by Alfred Bester & Martin Nodell. Dr. Fate was created by Gardner Fox and Howard Sherman. Madame Xanadu was created by David Michelinie and Val Mayerik. Zatanna was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Murphy Anderson. John Constantine was created by Alan Moore and Steve Bissette. Deadman was created by Arnold Drake and Carmine Infantino. Ra's Al Ghul was created by Dennis O'Neil, Neal Adams, and Julius Schwartz.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: One Little Triumph by Blue Dot Sessions, Chimera by Podington Bear, Moon by Borrtex, Three Colors by Podington Bear, Tedukedo by Podington Bear, Idiophone by Bio Unit, Dark Water by Podington Bear, Mensa by Podington Bear, Vik Fence Sahder by Blue Dot Sessions, Dimming Circuit by Blue Dot Sessions, Universe in Hands by Kai Engel, Paper Napkin by Blue Dot Sessions, Feeling by Borrtex, Creeping by Borrtex, Curious Process by Podington Bear, Lost City II. by Crowander, Steely by Blue Dot Sessions, Refraction by Podington Bear, Cosmic Rescue Plan for Animals of Earth by The Cow Goes Moo.

Rising to meet the moment, Clark brings the team together. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent and Ultra-Humanite were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Grant Haskill was created by Len Wein and Curt Swan. Alexander Mason was created by Paul Kupperberg, Bob Rozakis, and Curt Swan. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Lynn Stewart was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marsten and Harry G. Peterson. Ariana Anderson was created by Greg Rucka and Liam Sharp. Barbara Minerva was created by Len Wein and George Perez. Batman and Hugo Strange were created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Hal Jordan was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Achilles Milo was created by Bill Finger and Sheldon Moldoff. Arthur Ivo was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Touching Down by Scott Nice, Highway to the Stars by Kai Engel, There is Always a Reason by Borrtex, Universal Warrior (Special Edition) by Gorowski, Stickle by Blue Dot Sessions, Sneeuwaland by Oskar Schuster, Lady Marie by Blue Dot Sessions, Animals by Borrtex, Broken Photosynthesis by Kyle Preston, Chimera by Podington Bear, Bright White by Podington Bear, Scuba by Metre.

With Lex Luthor out of the way, Metropolis becomes vulnerable to new threats.Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Martha Kent, Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, Lex Luthor, and Ultra-Humanite were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Hellgramite was created by Bob Haney and Neil Adams. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marsten and Harry G. Peterson. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Batman, Hugo Strange, and Clayface were created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Black Lightning and Lynn Stewart were created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Arthur Ivo was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky. Achilles Milo was created by Bill Finger and Sheldon Moldoff. Clay Face was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Hal Jordan was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Legion was created by Jim Owsley and M.D. Bright. Ariana Anderson was created by Greg Rucka and Liam Sharp. Veronica Cale was created by Greg Rucka and Drew Johnson.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Atmosphere by Borrtex, Loaming Pulse by Podington Bear, Devil in the Details by David Hilowitz, Lakira by Mello C, Ingravity by Jahzzar, …and Degeneracy by Abstract Nostalgic Fractal Systems, Buoyancy by Chad Crouch, Incursion by Borrtex, Steve's Djembe by Vani, Sproutjam by Podington Bear, Chimera by Podington Bear, Dingdong by Simon Mathewson, We Collect Shiny Things by Blue Dot Sessions, Written in Ink by Kyle Preston, Emu In the Bass by Gorowski. 

Clark finds himself in an unexpected team-up.Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media. This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and Lex Luthor were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Hugo Strange was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Scarecrow was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Mad Hatter was created by Bill Finger and Lew Sayre Schwartz. Poison Ivy was created by Robert Kanigher and Sheldon Moldoff. Riddler was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang. The Toyman was created by Don Cameron and Ed Debrotka. Arthur Ivo was created by Gardner Fox and Mike Sekowsky. Achilles Milo was created by Bill Finger and Sheldon Moldoff. Solomon Grundy was created by Alfred Bester and Paul Reinman. Wonder Woman was created by William Moulton Marsten and Harry G. Peterson. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Wildcat was created by Bill Finger and Irwin Hasen. Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Metallo was created by Robert Bernstein and Al Plastino. Richard Grayson was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Alfred Pennyworth was created by Don Cameron and Bob Kane.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Pickers by Blue Dot Sessions, Idiophone by Bio Unit, I Have a Plan by Borrtex, Below the Surface by Kyle Preston, Everlasting Sorrow by Abstract Nostalgic Fractal Systems, Cirrus Remix by Scanglobe, Tar and Spackle by Blue Dot Sessions, The Time Is Now by Borrtex, Dub We Do by Neonormalizm Crew, Action by Chad Crouch, Ode to the World by Kai Engel, Star of David by Siddhartha Corsus, Ancora Dolcemente by Jari Pitkanen, The Come Up by Audiobinger. 

Clark's world is complicated by a new kind of villainy.Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics and Warner Media.This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Green Arrow was created by Mort Weisinger and George Papp. Black Canary was created by Dennis O'Neil and Dick Dillon. Clock King was created by Ed Herron and Lee Elias. The Flash was created by Robert Kanigher and Carmine Infantino. Heat Wave was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Captain Cold was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Captain Boomerang was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. King Shark was created by Karl Kesel. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Man-Bat was created by Frank Robbins, Neal Adams and Julius Schwartz. Killer Croc was created by Gerry Conway, Gene Colan and Don Newton. Riddler was created by Bill Finger and Dick Sprang. Scarecrow was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Vixen was created by Gerry Conway and Bob Oksner. Martian Manhunter was created by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa. Rudy Jones was created by John Ostrander and Joe Brozowski. John Corben was created by Robert Bernstein and Al Plastino. Arthur Curry was created by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris. Dr. Emil Hamilton was created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Base Encryption by David Hilowitz, Lost City II by Crowander, One Little Triumph by Blue Dot Sessions, The Dweller On the Threshold by Nihilore, You Make My Heart Sing So Loud by Will Bangs, Below the Surface by Kyle Preston, Lemon and Melon by Blue Dot Sessions, Western Shores by Philipp Weigl, No Good (Start the Dance) by Ergo Phizmiz, Greyleaf Willow by Blue Dot Sessions, Here, by Blear Moon, Parallel by Dilating Times, Coming Home by Borrtex, Sea of Mars by Jahzzar.

Clark's life is changed by cutting-edge technology. Son of El is written and produced by Isaac Bluefoot. This is an unauthorized biography. The views expressed are not necessarily those held by DC Comics, and Warner Media. This telling of Superman is an interpretation of the works of many writers and artists. Clark Kent, Lois Lane, and Jimmy Olsen were created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Ron Troupe was created by Dan Jergins and Jerry Ordway. Batman was created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane. Ray Palmer was created by Julius Schwartz, Gardner Fox, and Gil Kane. Mr. Terrific was created by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake. Rudy Jones was created by John Ostrander and Joe Brozowski. Dr. Emil Hamilton was created by Marv Wolfman and Jerry Ordway. The Toyman was created by Don Cameron and Ed Debrotka.Manuscript Editing assistance by Tricia Riel. Theme Music by Royal Jelly. Additional music licensed through Creative Commons: Olsten Harten by Blue Dot Sessions, Cirrus Remix by Scanglobe, Respiration by Podington Bear, …and Degeneracy by Abstract Nostalgic Fractal Systems, Ingravity by Jahzzar, Canopy by Jack Anderton, Fly a Kite by Spectacular Sound Productions, You Make My Heart Sing So Loud by Will Bangs, Dutiligi by Mello C, Dub We Do by Nenormalizm Crew, Buenos Beeze by Serge Quadrado, Sequence by Borrtex, Flashing Runner by Blue Dot Sessions, Lemon and Melon by Blue Dot Sessions, Make It Funky by Dan Lizard.

God rest ye merry Comics fans Let nothing you dismay Remember Holiday Specials to read near Christmas Day To save us from depression when serotonin's gone astray Oh tidings of comfort and joy Comfort and joy Oh tidings of comfort and joy... In this episode, Greg, Leon and Rahul are bringing the cheer once again for the Ace Comicals 2021 Christmas Special! Four seasonal titles... only one can be top of the stack and earn a full 5 "Tree Toppers" out of five... In the running we have: Christmas with the Super-Heroes #1 1988 (https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Christmas_with_the_Super-Heroes_Vol_1_1) Christmas with the Super-Heroes #2 1989 (https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Christmas_with_the_Super-Heroes_Vol_1_2) Superman's Christmas Adventure 1940 (https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Superman%27s_Christmas_Adventure_Vol_1_1) The Last Christmas (https://imagecomics.com/comics/releases/the-last-christmas-hc) Send any questions or feedback to (mailto:acecomicals@gmail.com) acecomicals@gmail.com. And also please subscribe (http://www.acecomicals.com/subscribe) and leave us a review! If you like what we do please consider donating to us (https://ko-fi.com/acecomicals) at https://ko-fi.com/acecomicals. All contributions will be used to defray the cost of hosting the website. Ace Comicals, over and out!#

In 1986, after decades of sneering supervillains, mad scientists and interplanetary despots, the Man of Steel was finally confronted with a foe even he couldn't defeat—an editorially mandated reboot! But before he could fly off into the post-Crisis on Infinite Earths sunset, he'd have to deal with deadly new versions of some of his classic foes in the two-part farewell Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?, courtesy of superstar writer Alan Moore, quintessential Superman artist Curt Swan and legendary editor Julius Schwartz! (Content warning: Things get a bit dark.) And as if that weren't enough story for our landmark 150th episode, we also crack open The Superman Super-Spectacular from 1963's Action Comics #309, featuring a guest appearance by none other than President John F. Kennedy! Can 60s Superman protect his secret identity from Lois Lane and Lana Lang for the umpteenth time? Can 80s Superman protect his friends—and himself—when his rogues gallery gets a lethal upgrade? And can these stories survive a trip to that Bottle City of Comic-Book Candor known as ... The Comics Canon? Discussed in This Episode! The unfortunate timing of Action Comics #309 The bottle city of Kandor's greatest foe! Let's just say we briefly mention the website Does the Dog Die?, if you catch our drift Lloyd Llewellyn Don Rickles and Goody Rickels in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen Superman Breaks Loose from Superman (Vol. 1) #233 Join us in two weeks, when we hope to welcome a very special guest! Until then: Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Twitter or Facebook! And as always, thanks for listening!

In this episode, Greg, Leon and Rahul are joined by special guest Dan McDaid! Following on from our review of DEGA (https://danmcdaid.bigcartel.com/) last episode we get to sit down and have a chat with creator Dan McDaid. we get to have a discussion about DEGA (https://danmcdaid.bigcartel.com/) and really get into the gears of the book! what better way to dive fully into a comic is there than with the creator themselves? Among other things we also discuss their other works, their influences and the comics and stories that informed them as a creator! Send any questions or feedback to (mailto:acecomicals@gmail.com) acecomicals@gmail.com. And also please subscribe (http://www.acecomicals.com/subscribe) and leave us a review! If you like what we do please consider donating to us (https://ko-fi.com/acecomicals) at https://ko-fi.com/acecomicals. All contributions will be used to defray the cost of hosting the website. Ace Comicals, over and out!# Special Guest: Dan McDaid.

Alex Grand and Jim Thompson interview comic archivist, author, critic and historian, Peter Sanderson who was a regular contributer to Julius Schwartz' Flash Grams in the 1960s, to Omniverse with Mark Gruenwald, DC Universe's Who's Who making Crisis on Infinite Earth's possible with Marv Wolfman.  In the first of a two parter, he also discusses joining Marvel indexing and writing biographies and assessing strengths in the Handbook of the Marvel Universe, writing the Marvel Saga, the Wolverine Saga, and working under Jim Shooter and Tom DeFalco. Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Thumbnail Artwork ©Comic Book Historians.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

Alex Grand and Jim Thompson interview Hendre Weisinger, son of former DC editor Mort Weisinger, discussing his legacy and career as science fiction author and agent, former editor of Thrilling Wonder Stories for Standard Magazines, DC Comics editor from 1941-1970, with a variety of concepts that came about under his editorship: Supergirl, Krypto, Phantom Zone, Kandor, Legion of Superheroes and having more than 1 kryptonite, the Yellow vs Red sun, Imaginary Stories, Superman Annuals. Co creator of Johnny Quick, Vigilante, Tarantula, Green Arrow and Aquaman, story edit the George Reeves TV Superman series, and was Jim Shooters child hood mentor in comics. Who was his favorite Superman Artist? What did he think of Neal Adams or Jack Kirby? How was his working relationship with Julius Schwartz, Forrest Ackerman or Jack Schiff? Alot to find out! Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Thumbnail Artwork ©Comic Book Historians. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

TERRIFICON Mitch sits down with his pal writer PAUL KUPPERBERG to discuss a recently found comic con panel from 1978 with famed DC Editor Julius Schwartz. Paul talks about Julie, the panel, Superman, the Implosion, the recent layoffs at DC and the relevance of comics today in this jam packed hour of comic book goodness. #DCComics #Superman #Comicon #Comics #TERRIFICON #Kupperberg #JulieSchwartz

In the sometimes uncomfortable finale of our three-part letter to J. Vernon Shea, HPL opines on weightier topics, including the looming forces of war and peace, and issues of justice (social and otherwise) surrounding the famed Scottsboro Boys trial. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains numerous bleeps and some awkward conversation. Not recommended for those uncomfortable with discussing racism. HPL mentions Lincoln Steffens in this letter, a famous liberal muckraking journalist who wrote about the corruption of politics in Rhode Island, St. Louis, and other places. If you want to hear more about corrupt Providence politics, we recommend the podcast Crimetown. The "nice little Jew" HPL mentions at the very end of the letter was Julius Schwartz, who would go on to become a prominent editor of famous titles at DC comics, including both Superman and Batman. Schwartz commissioned the collaborative story "The Challenge from Beyond", jointly written by Lovecraft, Robert E. Howard, Frank Belknap Long, Abraham Merritt and C.L. Moore in 1935. You can get a copy of The Lady Who Came to Stay from our friends at Hippocampus Press. We did!

Shawn and Sarah discuss the many impressive accomplishments of Stargirl's creator, Geoff Johns! Both professionally and creatively, this guy is an absolute powerhouse, who has done more to shape the DC Universe and many of its characters than probably anyone since Julius Schwartz!join us to find out about, honestly, just a smattering of his accomplishments, as there's no way to truly cover the scope of his work in just an hour. Remember you can follow Stargirl Aftershow on Instagram and Twitter: @StargirlPodStargirl Aftershow is now available on all the major podcast platforms, including Apple, Google, Spotify and Stitcher, as well as several others. Just search for “Stargirl Afetrshow” on your favorite platform, or visit https://linktr.ee/stargirlpod for direct links to each service.And, of course, you can visit our website, https://www.StargirlAftershow.com for the latest episodes, news and supplemental materials all in one place!If you have questions for cast or crew, you can reach out to us via Twitter, (@StargirlPod) via email (stargirlaftershow@gmail.com) or via the contact us link on our website!‘Raise to Heavens’ by Rafael Krux (orchestralis.net) – Used with permission.

Welcome to Doghair Presents – Comprehensive. Season 1 - Superman. This is a new series where once a month we will explore a single topic in more depth than a regular Doghair Presents episode. In part two we’re going to look at how he has evolved through the ages to become what he is today.Superman: A Celebration of 75 YearsJohn Byrne Interview by SYFY WireDid you know that we now have a listener group on Facebook where you can discuss the latest episodes? Come join The Doghair Presents Listener Group.If you want get in touch with the show for any reason, tweet us @doghairnetwork or Rory @RoryMSpence or email us thedognetwork@gmail.comGo to https://www.doghairnetwork.com for all the info and episodes.You can also buy some sweet Doghair Network merch at https://www.teepublic.com/user/thedoghairnetwork or support us on patreon at https://www.patreon.com/doghair

Alex Grand and Jim Thompson interview Paul Levitz, former President and Publisher of DC Comics, In this second of a 2-parter, we discuss his writing and editing Batman in 1978, working with Julius Schwartz, the changes in the 1980s that he and Jenette Kahn brought to DC Comics, Jim Shooter's effect on both companies, the payment of royalties to artists and creators, publishing Will Eisner's work, the effect of the DC Movies on DC Comic's corporate identity, growth of the Direct Market, hiring Frank Miller, John Byrne, Alan Moore, Karen Berger's Vertigo, his role as President and his new project for Valiant Comics, The Visitor. Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Thumbnail Artwork ©Comic Book Historians. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

Alex Grand and Jim Thompson interview Paul Levitz (currently writing his Visitor run for Valiant). Paul is former President and Publisher of DC Comics, who started in the Fanzines in 1971, assistant to Joe Orlando, working under Carmine Infantino then Jenette Kahn as Publisher, and Freelance writer, to full time Editor and writer in 1976, working on All Star Comics with Wally Wood, Stalker with Steve Ditko, and promotion to upper management, Vice President in the 1980s with a lengthy run on the Legion of Superheroes and co-creating many characters like Huntress. Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Thumbnail Artwork ©Comic Book Historians. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

We take the Way Back Machine to 1963 to cover Barry Allen and Hal Jordan teaming up in the 'Parasite Planet Peril' in Green Lantern #20! Besides being a cool story on its own, this issue actually has some times to the current Grant Morrison title! Listen and learn, Lanterns! There's also time for breaking down the new Avengers: Endgame Special Look trailer! Please visit our site at http://www.LanternCast.com

Warm up the jacuzzi... Put on the Kenny G CD as background music... And open up that discount holiday bag of Lindt truffles!  It's the first part of Ultraa Love Month for February!  That's right, this ENTIRE month is dedicated to the ONLY super-hero of Earth Prime! Our Earth!  With locks of red hair that would have made Axl Rose in his prime jealous!  And in issue 153, we see his introduction!  We also get to see a cameo by Julius Schwartz, Green Arrow acting like a PRIME jerk, and how Green Lantern Corps members handle a certain specific alien species!  All this, plus the usual cover date comics fun, and YOUR listener feedback!  So feel free to program your Maxitron to compose an email, and send it to justicesfirstdawning@gmail.com!  And as ever, thanks for your time and enjoyment!

Alex Grand interviews Steranko in a sequel to the Steranko Experience, discussing his life from when he finished out his term at Marvel Comics with Stan Lee 1970, creating the fanzine, FOOM, writing his 2 Volume History of Comics, starting his SuperGraphics publication company, his magazine series from Comixscene to Mediascene to Prevue, his 1975 Graphic Novel Red Tide, his 1981 Outland adaptation for Heavy Metal, his visual creator design of Indiana Jones for Lucas and Spielberg, his piece in the 1984 Superman 400 anniversary issue for Julius Schwartz, his collaboration with Francis Ford Coppola for 1992 Bram Stoker's Dracula, the end of Prevue Magazine in 1996 and beyond into his present projects. This is the second of a two parter interview that covers the life and times of Steranko 1967-Present. Music - Standard License. Images used in artwork ©Their Respective Copyright holders, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Artwork ©Comic Book Historians. Thanks to Steranko associate J. David Spurlock for making the introductions. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansPodcast and Audio ©℗ 2019 Comic Book Historians Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

[Video and photos available at https://cmswm.it/bendis-mit] MIT Comparative Media Studies/Writing is thrilled to welcome award-winning comics creator Brian Michael Bendis, a New York Times bestseller and one of the most successful writers working in mainstream comics, for the 2018 Julius Schwartz lecture, in conversation with fellow comics writer Marjorie Liu. For the last eighteen years, Brian’s books have consistently sat on the top of the nationwide comic and graphic novel sales charts. Now with DC Comics, he is the co-creator and consulting producer of the Peabody Award-winning Jessica Jones on Netflix from Marvel TV. For Marvel entertainment, Bendis was the monthly writer of the bestselling Defenders, Jessica Jones, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Guardians of the Galaxy series. The introduction of the multiracial Spider-Man, Miles Morales, made the front page of USA Today and went on to become an international hotbed political topic featured on Fox News, CNN, The Daily Show, Conan O’Brien, Howard Stern and many others. The news of a new ‘Iron man’ character in the form of 15-year-old Riri Williams made massive international headlines when the story broke in Time magazine. Her solo debut as Invincible Iron man debuted in the top five nationwide. Before that, Brian completed a 100 issue run on the X-Men franchise with the debut of ALL NEW X-MEN and UNCANNY X-MEN and 9 years helming Marvel’s popular AVENGERS franchise by writing every issue of the NEW AVENGERS plus debuting the hit books AVENGERS, MIGHTY AVENGERS and DARK AVENGERS along with the wildly successful ‘event’ projects AVENGERS VERSUS X-MEN, HOUSE OF M, SECRET WAR, SPIDER-MEN, SECRET INVASION, AGE OF ULTRON, SIEGE and CIVIL WAR 2. In delivering the 2018 Julius Schwartz Lecture, Brian follows comics and science fiction legends Neil Gaiman (https://youtu.be/KU-tncC7qIw) and J. Michael Straczynski (https://youtu.be/OMNtVURpLzM?t=2m55s). ======= The Julius Schwartz Lecture, produced with generous support by the Gaiman Foundation (http://www.gaimanfoundation.org/), is hosted by the Comparative Media Studies/Writing program (https://cmsw.mit.edu) at MIT and was founded to honor the memory of longtime DC Comics editor Julius “Julie” Schwartz, whose contributions to our culture include co-founding the first science fiction fanzine in 1932, the first science fiction literary agency in 1934, and the first World Science Fiction Convention in 1939. Schwartz went on to launch a career in comics that would last for 42 years, during which time he helped launch the Silver Age of Comics, introduced the idea of parallel universes, and had a hand in the reinvention of such characters as Batman, Superman, the Flash, Green Lantern, Hawkman, and the Atom.

Third time's a charm - we finally get around to analyzing Ra's al Ghul! Anthony & Doc discuss the value of legacy, reference Hamilton for a second week in a row, and Ra's turns into Grampa Simpson on the couch. Listen now! SHOW NOTES: Introduction Background Created by Julius Schwartz, Dennis O'Neill, and Neal Adams in Batman #232 (June 1971) Name translates from Arabic to "the Demon's Head" or "Head of the Ghoul" Born 600 years ago in the Arabian peninsula to a tribe of nomads - became a doctor who discovered Lazarus Pits which physically rejuvenate the user, but take a mental toll Over centuries, he becomes a genius and capable fighter, but comes to hate humanity because of their destruction of the environment - becomes an eco-terrorist whose goal is to eliminate much of the world's population through a virus Deduces Batman's secret identity and determines he is the most suitable heir to his empire, so he creates a trap to kidnap Robin and test Bruce Daughter Talia was also used as part of the trap - she falls in love with Bruce, and he reciprocates her feelings - they have on-again/off-again relationship that culminates in the birth of a son, Damian Ra's is integral part of the Tower of Babel story, where he discovers Batman's contingency plans for Justice League and uses them with stunning efficiency - steals corpses of Thomas & Martha Wayne to keep Bruce distracted Death and the Maidens - pits daughter vs. daughter - he manipulates Talia and another daughter, Nyssa, into turning on Batman - Nyssa stabs Ra's and Batman cremates the body Resurrection - Ra's spirit wants to return to a physical body and plans to use grandson Damian - his father, the Sensei, dies fighting Batman, so he wants the body of another son, the White Ghost, Dusan - Ra's succeeds, but Dusan dies - Batman battles Ra's, and has him imprisoned in Arkham New 52 - head of the League of Assassins, and plans to create super-humans inside the bodies of sperm whales - steals the body of Damian Wayne to use for his own nefarious purposes, but Batman recovers his son's corpse Issues (14:07) Insanity as a result of Lazarus Pits Betrayal of everyone he's ever worked with has left him alone (22:34) Nostalgia bias (30:55) Treatment (35:26) In-universe Out of universe Skit (43:00) Ending References: "Finally, the Rock has come back..." - Anthony - 0:35 Batman - "Where does he get those wonderful toys?" - Anthony - 6:31 Geek History Lesson - Anthony - 14:02 Energizer Bunny - Anthony - 16:54 "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" - Anthony - 34:58 Hamilton - "The World Was Wide Enough" - Doc - 42:34 Hamilton - "Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story" - Anthony - 42:44 iTunes: here Google Play: here Stitcher: here TuneIn: here iHeartRadio: here Twitter FacebookE-mailPatreon

Alex Grand and Bill Field discuss DC Comics, pre-Marvel Comics and Charlton in 1960, the year that the Silver Age takes shape. Superheroes assert their dominance as Green Lantern, Aquaman and the JLA solidify their comic book presence under the guidance of Julius Schwartz while Mort Weisinger puts together the first Superman Annual. Did the JLA influence Kirby and Lee to make the Fantastic Four? The pre-Marvel Monster Comics by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee with memorable monsters with some familiar Marvel names, and Rawhide Kid, the first ongoing character collaboration between this dynamic creative duo. Steve Ditko assists Charlton comics in dabbling with both the Superhero and Monster genres. Music - Standard License. Tales to Astonish, and Journey into Mystery ©Marvel Comics, Captain Atom, Green Lantern, Showcase, and Justice League of America ©DC Comics, CBH Podcast ©Comic Book Historians. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansPodcast and Audio ©℗ 2019 Comic Book HistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

A first in a sub-series of the CBH Podcast, Splash-Page! In this episode, Alex Grand reviews the importance of Jack Kirby to the co-creation of the Marvel Universe including Thor, Hulk, Ant-Man, Iron Man, the X-Men, Avengers, and Marvel Villains. This is also discussed side by side with Julius Schwartz, the sci-fi creative dynamo who co-created the DC Universe like Flash, Green Lantern, Hawkman, and many more. Green Lantern ©DC Comics, Captain America ©Marvel Comics, Robot Coupe - Lost European, Standard License Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansPodcast and Audio ©℗ 2019 Comic Book HistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

Alex Grand and Bill Field interview the chief comic book illustrator himself, Neal Adams. We discuss his life and times starting when he graduated from the School of Industrial Art in 1959, his news strip and advertising work in the early 60s, his late 60s Superhero books, through the 70s with Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster and Superman Muhammad Ali, through his Continuity era during the 1980s and beyond. Who was Green Lantern and Green Arrow based on? Was Christopher Reeve his favorite Superman? How did Neal get his start? Robot Coupe - Lost European - Standard License. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistoriansPodcast and Audio ©℗ 2019 Comic Book HistoriansSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/comicbookhistorians)

In this week's issue (and our 50th episode) we sit down with comedian, writer, film maker, actor, and host of the hit podcast This Is Rad! Kyle Clark and talk about Kyle's history with comic books, DC, and most importantly Grant Morrison! We deep dive into this polarizing writer, while tackling the big questions like Miracle Machines, Doom Patrol, Seven Soldiers, and even a little Final Crisis... all this and more on the Doctor DC Podcast! Sponsored by Great Lakes Grooming Co. Intro Music by Aaron Barry   Guest hosted with Kyle Clark Twitter: @kyleclarkisrad Instagram: @kyleclarkisrad Podcast: This Is Rad! Website: www.thisisradpodcast.com   SHOW NOTES (courtesy of Josh Gill)   Meet Kyle Clark This is Rad Podcast - https://bit.ly/2GTLSUe Twitter - https://bit.ly/2IEPslD    Questions (1:04:50) How does a whistle save the universe? (1:13:51) What happened in Batman RIP? (1:23:12) Do you believe including with all continuity hurts or helps? (1:31:31) Can you please explain Final Crisis? (1:43:12) Miracle Machines.  Comicbook gold or lead balloon? (1:55:21) What’s your favorite Morrison story? (2:09:01) Why did the Amazons seem like a future society in Morrison’s Wonder Woman Earth One? (2:18:00) The seven unknown men.   Characters, Events, Things, Teams, Etc. Ambush Bug (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2uwhQmV  Ambush Bug (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2GkE5xF  Batman of Zur-En-Arrh - https://bit.ly/2J1Dbb5  Bat-Mite (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2E2a4AG  Bat-Mite (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2pLErqB  Brain (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2J3gHpV  Brain (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2E0jYCF  Brainiac-5 - https://bit.ly/2pNTXkW  Dan Turpin (Superman: TAS) - https://bit.ly/2uvotWo  Dan Turpin - https://bit.ly/2I9Vr0w  Darkseid (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/1cQXNKE Darkseid (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2E39Qcj  Doom Patrol (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2E28ezA  Doom Patrol (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2GA0Lgw  Final Crisis - https://bit.ly/2J2A56m  Invisible Jet - https://bit.ly/2GApSQh  Jack Kirbys Fourth World - https://bit.ly/2u3rfSs  Keith Giffen’s Justice League International - https://bit.ly/2GSS3b3  Libra - https://bit.ly/2J3REmy  Mallah (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2pNHDBu  Mallah (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2pMkjVj  Medusa Mask - https://bit.ly/2Gj3VWD  Milk Wars - https://bit.ly/2GRu5g7  Miracle Machine - https://bit.ly/2pKsj9f  Monitors - https://bit.ly/2E1JOGE  Negative Flash - https://bit.ly/2Gj04ZF  Nix Uotan - https://bit.ly/2pLRd8K  President Superman - https://bit.ly/2G28tNR Purple Ray - https://bit.ly/2upXnQu  Psycho Pirate (Pre Flashpoint) - https://bit.ly/2IdMKCx Psycho Pirate (Rebirth) - https://bit.ly/2J0hKqG  Seven Unknown Men - https://bit.ly/2J42ngO  Superdoom - https://bit.ly/2GgWv29 The Question (Renee Montoya) - https://bit.ly/1sdIkfN  Tlano aka Batman of Zur-En-Arrh - https://bit.ly/2Ibglwc  Ultima Thule - https://bit.ly/2GGminI    DC Stories, Arcs, Issues Action Comics Vol 2 009 - https://bit.ly/2pOrR9e Action Comics Vol 2 - https://bit.ly/2E2zazv  All-Star Superman - https://bit.ly/2pJXVMm  Animal Man Vol 1 024  - https://bit.ly/2J1pV6d  Animal Man by Grant Morrison - https://bit.ly/2Gf6OIa  Animal Man by Jeff Lemire - https://bit.ly/2pNMQsN  Batman: The Long Halloween - https://bit.ly/1IoPK8I  Batman: RIP - https://bit.ly/1jah1hv  Batman: Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader? - https://bit.ly/2Glw2QT  Batman: Widening Gyre - https://bit.ly/2oFhtjM  Cave Carson Has An Interstellar Eye - https://bit.ly/2GBYf9K  Dark Knights Rising: The Wild Hunt - https://bit.ly/2pJqw4v  Doom Patrol: The Painting That Ate Paris - https://bit.ly/2I8Rmda  Flash Vol 1 123 - http://bit.ly/2I9TFgJ  Flash by Mark Waid - https://amzn.to/2J2mIU6  Green Lantern by Geoff Johns - https://amzn.to/2GBXk9a  JLA: Rock of Ages - https://bit.ly/2usiWjn  Legion of Super-Heroes: The Great Darkness Saga - https://bit.ly/2Ghk6Q9  Mister Miracle Vol 4 - https://bit.ly/2E2ZBEZ  Multiversity - https://bit.ly/2pM0ayR  Pax Americana - https://bit.ly/2uxXNVg  Sandman: Preludes and Nocturnes - https://bit.ly/2GefEpl  Seven Soldiers of Victory - https://bit.ly/2Ieak23  Superman for All Seasons - https://bit.ly/2utdtc1  Superman: For the Man Who Has Everything - https://bit.ly/2E02Qx2  Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? - https://bit.ly/2pLO9JA  Swamp Thing by Grant Morrison (Swamp Thing Vol 2 140) - https://bit.ly/2I7RkCf   Swamp Thing by Alan Moore - https://amzn.to/2pMYunP  Wonder Woman Earth One - https://bit.ly/2IbcoaN    People Brian Michael Bendis - https://bit.ly/2IGmZvN  Garth Ennis - https://bit.ly/2E1RR69  Geoff Johns - https://bit.ly/2hpFxlg  Gerard Way - https://bit.ly/2IEeuBa  Grant Morrison - https://bit.ly/2I74BeW  Jeff Lemire - https://bit.ly/2FTxNYL  Jeph Loeb - https://bit.ly/1sD57cd  Jim Starlin - https://bit.ly/2E1EGC8  Julius Schwartz - https://bit.ly/2pNtSnb  Mort Weisinger - https://bit.ly/2Gl8KL0  Neil Gaiman - https://bit.ly/2DRFwCa  Robert Heinlein - https://bit.ly/1R4OBLu  Robert E Howard - https://bit.ly/2GUtquI  Shia LaBeouf - https://bit.ly/1Kx7zVp  Stan Lee - https://bit.ly/2GDVBQV  Zachary Levi - https://bit.ly/2geOSh1    Miscellaneous Adaptation (film) - https://bit.ly/2GjuevK  Conan the Barbarian - https://bit.ly/2pOxwNm  Constatine (film) - https://bit.ly/1SaZhnY  Daredevil by Brian Michael Bendis - https://amzn.to/2E1M3d3  Deus Ex Machina - https://bit.ly/1W8ONu0  Diary by Chuck Palahniuk - https://bit.ly/2pLQiVB  Different Seasons by Stephen King - https://bit.ly/2I8MQLy  Drawn and Quarterly - https://bit.ly/2pL9LWr  Fillerbunny (comic) - https://bit.ly/2uswIT3  Happy (TV) - https://bit.ly/2usyMKN  Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (film) - https://bit.ly/2miCjmF  Invisibles by Grant Morrison - https://bit.ly/2I9UeWV  Morrison-con - https://bit.ly/2E1a8R9  New X-Men by Grant Morrison - https://bit.ly/2pOruf7  Rock of Ages (film) - https://bit.ly/2E2oKzv  Shazam (film) - https://bit.ly/2urIu01  Ultimate Spiderman (comic) - https://bit.ly/2pNdCSb  Walking Dead (comic) - https://bit.ly/2GfFg5n  X-Men (movie) - https://bit.ly/2utie5p  X-Statix by Peter Milligan - https://bit.ly/2GlA8Ze  World War Z (book) - https://bit.ly/1QmPZFs