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Apparently Superman is "woke" god did I mention I hate people? The Man of Steel is back, in his first solo outing since my best friend Zack Snyder's 2013's Man of Steel; with David Corenswet this time playing the Man of Steel, Nicholas Hoult playing Lex Luthor, Rachel Brosnahan playing Lois Lane, and Krypto the dog all showing up for this latest iteration of Superman.   Can #JimmyOlsenRizz save this movie, or is this the movie that Snyderverse stans are hoping it is?   Listen and find out!   The Reel Pineapple is your one-stop shop for the latest movie reviews, trailer breakdowns, and more! Subscribe to the show on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@thereelpineapple Follow me on BlueSky at reelpineapple.bsky.social Follow me on TikTok & Instagram @jhunterreelpineapple Follow me on Letterboxd at BlackShazam Follow me on Twitch at www.twitch.tv/thereelpineapple Subscribe & give us five stars at The Reel Pineapple to us wherever you listen to podcasts! Rate, Like, Share, & Subscribe! Follow me on all of our socials! linktr.ee/jhunterreelpineapple

This week on Men of Steel, Case and Jmike are joined by Kris Ingersoll (Media/Lit, Batman By The Numbers) to talk about the 1990 World's Finest miniseries! We dig into how this story redefined the dynamic between Superman and Batman, the tone of early '90s DC, and why this team-up still holds up decades later. #MenOfSteelPod #WorldsFinest #Superman #Batman #DCComics #ComicsPodcast #KrisIngersoll Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: December 5, 2025 Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moonen Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Men Of Steel - https://www.certainpov.com/men-of-steel​  FOLLOW US: ▶ Twitter: @certainpovmedia @menofsteelpod ▶ Instagram: @certainpovmedia Outline ️ Introduction to Podcast and Guests (00:00 - 02:51) Hosts Case Aiken and Jmike Folson introduce the episode and guest Kris Ingersoll, who runs a Batman podcast and co-hosts Media Lit podcast. Topic: The 1990 DC Comics miniseries World's Finest by Dave Gibbons and Steve Rood. Contextual Background of the 1990 World's Finest (02:51 - 05:34) The miniseries releases shortly after Crisis on Infinite Earths and John Byrne's Man of Steel reboot (1986). Post-Dark Knight Returns, Batman and Superman's relationship had changed, characterized by distance rather than camaraderie. ️ Plot Overview (05:34 - 08:14) Lex Luthor and Joker team up to take over Gotham and Metropolis with intertwined but largely separate schemes. Batman and Superman investigate, culminating in events involving an orphanage, a nuclear reactor, and city-wide explosions. Decompression and Story Structure Critique (08:14 - 11:34) Discussion of story pacing issues: The narrative is elongated with side elements (e.g., orphan kids) that do not cohesively tie in. Emphasis on character moments over tight plotting. Initial Impressions and Artistic Elements (11:34 - 17:59) Chris praises the visual storytelling and art, referencing the use of parallel imagery and distinctive flashback watercolor style. Noted the deliberate design choices to echo Silver Age and Max Fleischer era Superman and early Batman. ‍️ Characterization of Villains and Supporting Cast (17:59 - 30:39) Joker portrayed in a "zany," less menacing mode, more a prankster than murderously malicious. Lex Luthor features a robotic hand and operates like a mob boss, balancing businessman and villain traits. Character Dynamics and Relationships (30:39 - 40:21) Lois Lane and Bruce Wayne's interactions highlight mutual suspicion and gradual respect. Batman and Superman's knowledge of each other's secret identities is subtle initially, revealed more overtly in third issue. ️ Themes and Continuity Notes (40:21 - 50:27) Orphanage is a thematic midpoint between Gotham and Metropolis, symbolizing shared orphan backgrounds of Batman, Superman, and villain. The book emphasizes orphans and legacy but does not fully develop these thematic elements. Technical and Artistic Praise (50:27 - 52:58) Art and character design praised for classic yet fresh look; great use of tableau pages showing Gotham and Metropolis. Noted the Batmobile's stylish design and Batman's athletic, sleek physique. Character in Action: Batman and Superman (52:58 - 59:55) Batman characterized as efficient, brutal, and action-focused. His use of Batarangs and disguises recognized as authentic. Superman rendered as powerful but more grounded Burn era 'cop,' balancing investigative journalism and heroic strength. Artistic and Thematic Highlights (59:55 - 01:09:46) Memorable moments include Superman carrying a nuclear reactor into space to save Metropolis. Subtle details such as Clark Kent's mannerisms and investigative approach noted. Overall Assessment and Legacy (01:09:46 - 01:14:36) The miniseries serves as a valuable snapshot of Batman and Superman dynamics post-Crisis and pre-mid-90s crossovers. While the narrative is considered "vibes-over-story," the series offers essential character moments, iconic imagery, and era-specific continuity. Conclusion and Promotions (01:14:36 - 01:19:44) Guests share social media handles and podcast info. Hosts plug "Trade School" podcast and Certain POV Discord for further comic discussions.

Superman's ears bleed and a beloved Metropolis mobster meets his untimely end in a nuclear explosion on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Contemplating the end of the Beatles, and thoughts on Stranger Things that lead to discussion on why movies and TV look terrible!What do Bruno Manheim, Black Tom and Juggernaut all have in common? An appreciation of $20 million, cash!For the millionth time, reveling in the genius of the greatest comics lore-master ever, the King Jack Kirby!Could Batman save the day here? Maybe in part one!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well! 

Alexandra Daddario joins Nerdtropolis Mayor Sean Tajipour on Reel Insights to talk all things I Wish You All the Best — the heartfelt coming-of-age story directed by Tommy Dorfman and based on Mason Deaver's bestselling novel.Daddario opens up about portraying Hannah, a protective older sister navigating love, motherhood, and acceptance while helping her sibling find their place in the world. She reflects on the film's powerful themes of compassion, family, and identity — and shares how her own instincts as a sister and new mother shaped her performance.Alexandra also talks about the importance of empathy, why every young person deserves a “Hannah,” and teases her dream of joining the DC Universe once again after voicing Lois Lane.I Wish You All the Best, now in theaters, stars Corey Fogelmanis, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Amy Landecker, Lena Dunham, Alexandra Daddario, and Cole Sprouse.Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nerdtropolis.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠

A sex-crazed queen from an alien world kidnaps Superman because she is horny on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Seeing Hamnet, Shakespeare fan fiction and Stranger Things Season 5!Superman was beaten like 4 times but Maxima still considers him a winner!Disagreeing on whether Batman could have stood a chance fighting Maxima!Speculating on Superman's sex life and wondering why he doesn't just hook up with Maxima in the end!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well! 

In this week's episode, I rate the movies and streaming shows I saw in Autumn 2025. This coupon code will get you 25% off the ebooks in The Ghosts series at my Payhip store: GHOSTS2025 The coupon code is valid through December 1, 2025. So if you need a new ebook this fall, we've got you covered! TRANSCRIPT 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 278 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is November 21st, 2025, and today I am sharing my reviews of the movies and streaming shows I saw in Fall 2025. We also have a Coupon of the Week and an update my current writing, audiobook, and publishing projects. So let's start off with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 25% off all the ebooks in The Ghosts series at my Payhip store, and that is GHOSTS2025. And as always, we'll have the link to my Payhip store and the coupon code in the show notes for this episode. This coupon code is valid through December 1, 2025, so if you need a new ebook for this fall, we have got you covered. Now for my current writing and publishing projects: I'm very pleased to report that Blade of Shadows, the second book in my Blades of Ruin epic fantasy series, is now out. You can get it at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, Google Play, Apple Books, Smashwords, and my Payhip store. By the time this episode goes live, all those stores should be available and you can get the book at any one of them and I hope you will read and enjoy it. I'm also 15,000 words into what will be my next main project Wizard-Assassin, the fifth book in the Half-Elven Thief series, and if all goes well, I want that to be out before Christmas. I'm also working on the outline for what will be the third book in the Blades of Ruin series, Blade of Storms, and that will hopefully, if all goes well, be the first book I publish in 2026. In audiobook news, as I mentioned last week, the audiobook of Blade of Flames is done and I believe as of this recording, you can get at my Payhip store, Google Play, Kobo, and I think Spotify. It's not up on Audible or Apple yet, but that should be soon, if all goes well. That is excellently narrated by Brad Wills. Hollis McCarthy is still working on Cloak of Embers. I believe main recording is done for that and it just has to be edited and proofed, so hopefully we'll get both audiobooks to you before the end of the year. So that is where I'm at with my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. 00:02:08 Main Topic of the Week: Autumn 2025 Movie Review Roundup Now on to this week's main project, the Autumn 2025 Movie Review Roundup. I watched a lot of classic horror movies this time around. The old Universal black and white monster movies from the '30s and '40s turned up on Prime for Halloween and I hadn't seen them since I was a kid, so I watched a bunch of them in October and November, which seemed an appropriate thing to do for Halloween. They mostly held up as well as I remembered from when I was a kid, which was a nice surprise. As ever, the grades I give these movies are totally subjective and based on nothing more than my own opinions and thoughts. With that, let's take a look at the movies from least favorite to most favorite. First up is The Other Guys, which came out in 2010 and this is a parody of the buddy cop/ cowboy cop movie along with a heavy critique of the reckless and corrupt culture of late 2000s Wall Street. "Dumb funny" movies I've noticed tend to fall on either side of the "dumb but actually funny" or "dumb and not funny" line. And this one definitely landed on "dumb but actually funny". Danson and Highsmith, played by The Rock and Samuel L. Jackson, are two maverick popular detectives who never do paperwork. Their paperwork is always done by Allen Gamble, who's played by Will Ferrell and Terry Hoitz, played by Mark Wahlberg. Gamble is a mild-mannered forensic accountant, while Hoitz desperately wants to be as cool as either Danson or Highsmith, but since he accidentally shot Yankees player Derek Jeter (in a recurring gag), he's a pariah within the New York Police Department. However, Danon and Highsmith's plot armor suddenly run out and they accidentally kill themselves in a darkly hilarious scene that made me laugh so much I hurt a little. Hoitz wants to step into their shoes, but Gamble has stumbled onto potentially dangerous case and soon Hoitz and Gamble have to overcome their difficulties and unravel a complicated financial crime. This was pretty funny and I enjoyed it. Amusingly in real life, someone like Gamble would be massively respected in whatever law enforcement agency he works for, since someone who prepares ironclad paperwork and correct documentation that stands up in court is an invaluable asset in law enforcement work. Overall Grade: B Next up is Fantastic Four: First Steps, which came out in 2025. I like this though, to be honest, I liked Thunderbolts and Superman 2025 better. I think my difficulty is I never really understood The Fantastic Four as a concept and why they're appealing. Maybe the Fantastic Four are one of those things you just have to imprint on when you're a kid to really enjoy or maybe at my age, the sort of retro futurism of the Four, the idea that science, technology, and rational thought will solve all our problems does seem a bit naive after the last 65 years of history or so. Additionally, the idea of a naked silver space alien riding a surfboard does seem kind of ridiculous. Anyway, the movie glides over the origin story of Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm, and Ben Grimm and gets right into it. To their surprise, Reed and Sue find out that Sue is pregnant, which seemed unlikely due to their superpower induced genetic mutations. Shortly after that, the Silver Surfer arrives and announces that Earth will be devoured by Galactus. The Four travel in their spaceship to confront Galactus and realize that he's a foe far beyond their power, but Galactus offers them a bargain. If Reed and Sue give him their son, he will leave Earth in peace. They refuse and so it's up to the Four to figure out a way to save Earth and Reed and Sue's son. Pretty solid superhero movie all told, but it is amusing how in every version of the character, Reed Richards is allegedly the smartest man on Earth but still can't keep his mouth shut to save his life. Overall Grade: B The next movie is Superman, which came out in 1978. After seeing the 2025 version of Superman, I decided to watch the old one from the '70s. It's kind of a classic because it was one of the progenitors of the modern superhero film. Interestingly, it was one of the most expensive films ever made at that time, costing about $55 million in '70s-era dollars, which are much less inflated than today. A rough back of the envelope calculation would put 55 million in the '70s worth at about $272 million today, give or take. Anyway, this was a big gamble, but it paid off for the producers since they got $300 million back, which would be like around $1.4 billion in 2025 money. Anyway, the movie tells the origin story of Superman, how his father Jor-El knows that Krypton is doomed, so he sends Kal-El to Earth. Kal-El is raised as Clark Kent by his adoptive Kansas parents and uses his powers to become Superman- defender of truth, justice, and the American way. Superman must balance his growing feelings for ace reporter Lois Lane with his need for a secret identity and the necessity of stopping Lex Luthor's dangerous schemes. Christopher Reeve was an excellent Superman and the special effects were impressive by the standards of 1978, but I think the weakest part of the movie were the villains. Lex Luthor just seemed comedic and not at all that threatening. Unexpected fun fact: Mario Puzio, author of The Godfather, wrote the screenplay. Overall Grade: B Next up is Superman II, which came out in 1980. This is a direct sequel to the previous movie. When Superman stops terrorists from detonating a nuclear bomb by throwing it into space, the blast releases the evil Kryptonian General Zod and his minions from their prison and they decide to conquer Earth. Meanwhile, Superman is falling deeper in love with the Lois Lane and unknowing of the threat from Zod, decides to renounce his powers to live with Lois as an ordinary man. I think this had the same strengths and weaknesses as the first movie. Christopher Reeve was an excellent Superman. The special effects were impressive by the standards of the 1980s, but the villains remained kind of comedic goofballs. Additionally, and while this will sound harsh, this version of Lois Lane was kind of dumb and her main function in the plot was to generate problems for Superman via her questionable decisions. Like at the end, Superman has to wipe her memory because she can't keep his secret identity to herself. If this version of Lois Lane lived today, she'd be oversharing everything she ever thought or heard on TikTok. The 2025 movie version of Lois, by contrast, bullies Mr. Terrific into lending her his flying saucer so she can rescue Superman when he's in trouble and is instrumental in destroying Lex Luthor's public image and triggering his downfall. 1970s Louis would've just had a meltdown and made things worse until Superman could get around to rescuing her. Overall, I would say the 1978 movie was too goofy, the Zac Snyder Superman movies were too grimdark, but the 2025 Superman hit the right balance between goofy and serious. Overall Grade: B Next up is Dracula, which came out in 1931, and this was one of the earliest horror movies ever made and also one of the earliest movies ever produced with sound. It is a very compressed adaptation of the stage version of Dracula. Imagine the theatrical stage version of Dracula, but then imagine that the movie was only 70 minutes long, so you have to cut a lot to fit the story into those 70 minutes. So if you haven't read the book, Dracula the movie from 1931 will not make a lot of sense. It's almost like the "Cliff's Notes Fast Run" version of Dracula. That said, Bela Lugosi's famous performance as Dracula really carries the movie. Like Boris Karloff in Frankenstein and The Mummy (which we'll talk about shortly), Bela Lugosi really captures the uncanny valley aspect of Dracula because the count isn't human anymore and has all these little tics of a creature that isn't human but only pretending to be one. Edward Van Sloan's performance as Dr. Van Helsing is likewise good and helped define the character in the public eye. So worth watching as a historical artifact, but I think some of the other Universal monster movies (which we'll discuss shortly) are much stronger. Overall Grade: B Next up is The Horror of Dracula, which came out in 1958. This is one of the first of the Hammer Horror movies from the '50s, starring Peter Cushing as Dr. Van Helsing and Christopher Lee as Count Dracula. It's also apparently the first vampire movie ever made in color. Like the 1931 version of Dracula, it's a condensed version of the story, though frankly, I think it hangs together a little better. Van Helsing is a bit more of an action hero in this one, since in the end he engages Dracula in fisticuffs. The movie is essentially carried by the charisma of Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee and worth watching as a good example of a classic '50s horror movie. Overall Grade: B Next up is The Wolf Man, which came out in 1941. This is another one of the classic Universal horror movies. This one features Lon Cheney Jr. as Larry Talbot, the younger son of Sir John Talbot. Larry's older brother died in a hunting accident, so Larry comes home to reconcile with his father and take up his duties as the family heir. Larry is kind of an amiable Average Joe and is immediately smitten with the prettiest girl in the village, but when he takes her out for a walk, they're attacked by a werewolf, who bites Larry. Larry and everyone else in the village do not believe in werewolves, but they're about to have their minds changed the hard way. The transformation sequences where Larry turns into the Wolfman were cutting edge of the time, though poor Lon Chaney Jr had to stay motionless for hours as they gradually glued yak hair to him. I think Claude Rains had the best performance in the movie as Sir John and he's almost the co-protagonist. Overall Grade: B Next up is Jurassic World: Rebirth, which came out in 2025, which I thought was a perfectly straightforward but nonetheless enjoyable adventure film. After all the many disasters caused by various genetic engineering experiments in the previous movies, dinosaurs mostly live in relatively compatible ecosystems and tropical zones near the equator. No one's looking to create a theme park with dinosaurs or create bioengineered dinosaurs as military assets any longer. However, the dinosaurs are still valuable for research and a pharmaceutical company is developing a revolutionary drug for treating cardiac disease. They just need some dinosaur blood from three of the largest species to finish it, and so the company hires a team of mercenaries to retrieve the blood. We have the usual Jurassic Park style story tropes: the savvy mercenary leader, the scientist protesting the ethics of it all, the sinister corporate executive, the troubled family getting sucked into the chaos. And of course, it all goes wrong and there are lots and lots of dinosaurs running around. It's all been done before of course, but this was done well and was entertaining. Overall Grade: B+ Next up is The Thursday Murder Club, which came out in 2025, and this is a cozy mystery set in a very high-end retirement home. Retired nurse Joyce moves into Coopers Chase, the aforementioned high end retirement home. Looking to make new friends, she falls in with a former MI6 agent named Liz, a retired trade unionist named Ron, and psychiatrist Ibrahim, who have what they call The Thursday Murder Club, where they look into cold cases and attempt to solve them. However, things are not all sunshine and light at Coopers Chase as the two owners of the building have fallen out. When one of them is murdered, The Thursday Murder Club has to solve a real murder before Coopers Chase is bulldozed to make high-end apartments. A good cozy mystery with high caliber acting talent. Both Pierce Brosnan and Jonathan Price are in the movie and regrettably do not share a scene together, because that would've been hilarious since they were both in the James Bond movie Tomorrow Never Dies in the '90s with Brosnan as Bond and Price as the Bond villain for the movie. Overall Grade: B+ Next up is The Creature From the Black Lagoon, which came out in 1954 and is one of the last of the black and white classic horror movies since in the '50s, color film was just around the corner. When a scientist finds the unusual half fish, half human fossil on a riverbank in Brazil, he decides to organize an expedition upriver to see if he can find the rest of the fossil. The trail leads his expedition to the mysterious Black Lagoon, which all the locals avoid because of its bad reputation, but a living member of the species that produce the fossils lurking the lagoon while it normally doesn't welcome visitors, it does like the one female member of the expedition and decides to claim her for its own. The creature was good monster and the underwater water sequences were impressive by the standards of the 1950s. Overall Grade: A- Next up is The Invisible Man, which came out in 1933, and this is another of the classic Universal black and white horror movies. Jack Griffin is a scientist who discovered a chemical formula for invisibility. Unfortunately, one of the drugs in his formula causes homicidal insanity, so he becomes a megalomaniac who wants to use his invisibility to rule the world. This causes Griffin to overlook the numerous weaknesses of his invisibility, which allow the police to hunt him down. The Invisible Man's special effects were state of the art at the time and definitely hold up nearly a hundred years later. It's worth watching as another classic of the genre. Claude Rains plays Griffin, and as with The Wolf Man, his performance as Griffin descends into homicidal insanity is one of the strengths of the movie. Overall Grade: A- Next up is The Mummy, which came out in 1932, and this is another of the original Universal black and white horror movies. Boris Karloff plays the Mummy, who is the ancient Egyptian priest Imhotep, who was mummified alive for the crime of desiring the Pharaoh's daughter Ankh-es-en-Amon. After 3,000 years, Imhotep is accidentally brought back to life when an archeologist reads a magical spell and Imhotep sets out immediately to find the reincarnation of his beloved and transform her into a mummy as well so they can live together forever as undead. Edward Van Sloan plays Dr. Mueller, who is basically Edward Van Sloan's Van Helsing from Dracula if Van Helsing specialized in mummy hunting rather than vampire hunting. This version of the Mummy acts more like a Dungeons and Dragons lich instead of the now classic image of a shambling mummy in dragging bandages. That said, Boris Karloff is an excellent physical actor. As he does with Frankenstein, he brings Imhotep to life. His performance captures the essence of a creature that hasn't been human for a very long time, is trying to pretend to be human, and isn't quite getting there. Of course, the plot was reused for the 1999 version of The Mummy with Brendan Fraser. That was excellent and this is as well. Overall Grade: A- Next up is The Wedding Singer, which came out in 1998, and this is basically the Adam Sandler version of a Hallmark movie. Adam Sandler plays Robbie, a formerly famous musician whose career has lapsed and has become a wedding singer and a venue singer. He befriends the new waitress Julia at the venue, played by Drew Barrymore. The day after that, Robbie's abandoned at the altar by his fiancée, which is understandably devastating. Meanwhile, Julia's fiancé Glenn proposes to her and Robbie agrees to help her with the wedding planning since he's an expert in the area and knows all the local vendors. However, in the process, Robbie and Julia fall in love, but are in denial about the fact, a situation made more tense when Robbie realizes Glenn is cheating on Julia and intends to continue to do so after the wedding. So it's basically a Hallmark movie filtered through the comedic sensibilities of Adam Sandler. It was very funny and Steve Buscemi always does great side characters in Adam Sandler movies. Overall Grade: A Next up is Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale, which came out in 2025. This movie was sort of a self-indulgent victory lap, but it was earned. The writers of the sitcom Community used to joke that they wanted "six seasons and a movie" and Downton Abbey got "six seasons and three movies". Anyway, this movie is about handing off things to the next generation. Lord Grantham is reluctant to fully retire as his daughter goes through a scandal related to her divorce. The next generation of servants take over as the previous ones ease into retirement. What's interesting is both the nobles and the servants are fully aware that they're sort of LARPing a historical relic by this point because by 1930, grand country houses like Downton were increasingly rare in the UK since World War I wiped out most of them and crippling post-war taxes and economic disruption finished off many more. Anyway, if you like Downton Abbey, you like this movie. Overall Grade: A Next up is Argo, which came out in 2012, a very tense thriller about the Iranian hostage crisis in 1979. During that particular crisis, six Americans escaped the embassy and hid out at the Canadian Ambassador's house in Tehran. For obvious reasons, the Canadian ambassador wanted them out as quickly as possible, so the CIA and the State Department needed to cook up a plan to get the six out while the rest of the government tried to figure out what to do about the larger group of hostages. Finally, the government comes with "Argo." A CIA operative will create a fake film crew, a fake film company, and smuggle the six out of Tehran as part of the production. The movie was very tense and very well constructed, even if you know the outcome in advance if you know a little bit of history. Ben Affleck directed and starred, and this was in my opinion one of his best performances. It did take some liberties with historical accuracy, but nonetheless, a very tense political thriller/heist movie with some moments of very dark comedy. Overall Grade: A Next up is The Naked Gun, which came out in 2025, and this is a pitch perfect parody of the gritty cop movie with a lot of absurdist humor, which works well because Liam Neeson brings his grim action persona to the movie and it works really well with the comedy. Neeson plays Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr., the son of the original Frank Drebin from The Naked Gun movies back in the '80s. After stopping a bank robbery, Drebin finds himself investigating the suicide of an engineer for the sinister tech mogul Richard Cane. Naturally, the suicide isn't what it appears and when the engineer's mysterious but seductive sister asks for Drebin's help, he pushes deeper into the case. Richard Cane was a hilarious villain because the writers couldn't decide which tech billionaire to parody with him, so they kind of parodied all the tech billionaires at once, and I kid you not, the original Frank Drebin makes an appearance as a magical owl. It was hilarious. Overall Grade: A Now for my two favorite things I saw in Autumn 2025. The first is the combination of Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein, which came out in 1931 and 1935. These are two separate movies, but Frankenstein leads directly to Bride of Frankenstein, so I'm going to treat them as one movie. Honestly, I think they're two halves of the same story the way that Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame would be two halves of the same story 90 years later, so I'll review them as one. Frankenstein by itself on its own will get a B. Colin Clive's performance is Dr. Henry Frankenstein was great, and Boris Karloff gives the Creature a suitable air of menace and uncanny valley. You really feel like he's something that's been brought to life but isn't quite right and still extremely dangerous. The movie does have a very pat ending that implies everyone will live happily ever after, with Dr. Frankenstein's father giving a toast to his son. But Bride of Frankenstein takes everything from the first movie and improves on it. It's one of those sequels that actually makes the preceding movie better. In Bride, Henry is recovering from his ordeal and swears off his experiments of trying to create artificial humans, but the Creature survived the fire at the windmill at the end of the last movie and is seeking for a new purpose. Meanwhile, Henry receives a visit from his previous mentor, the sinister Dr. Pretorius. Like Henry, Pretorius succeeded in creating artificial life and now he wants to work with Henry to perfect their work, but Henry refuses, horrified by the consequences of his previous experiments. Pretorius, undaunted, makes an alliance with the Creature, who then kidnaps Henry's wife. This will let Pretorius force Henry to work on their ultimate work together-a bride for the Creature. Bride of Frankenstein is a lot tighter than Frankenstein. It was surprising to see how rapidly filmmaking techniques evolved over just four years. Pretorius is an excellent villain, more evil wizard than mad scientist, and the scene where he calmly and effortlessly persuades the Creature to his side was excellent. One amusing note, Bride was framed as Mary Shelley telling the second half of the story to her friends, and then the actress playing Mary Shelley, Elsa Lancaster, also played the Bride. So that was a funny bit of meta humor. Frankenstein and Bride of Frankenstein combined is one of my two favorite movies of Fall 2025. Overall Grade: A+ And now for my second favorite movie of Autumn 2025, which as it turns out is also Frankenstein, but Guillermo del Toro's version that came out in 2025. And honestly, I think Guillermo del Toro's version of Frankenstein is the best version put to screen so far and even does the rarest of all feats, it improves a little on the original novel. Oscar Isaac plays Victor Frankenstein as a brilliant, driven scientist with something of a sociopathic edge. In other words, he's a man who's utterly inadequate to the task when his experiment succeeds and he actually creates an artificial human that have assembled dead body parts. Jacob Elordi does a good job as the Creature, playing him is essentially a good hearted man who's driven to violence and despair by the cruelty and rejection of the world. The recurring question of the Frankenstein mythos is whether or not Victor Frankenstein is the real monster. In this version, he definitely is, though he gets a chance to repent of his evil by the end. Honestly, everything about this was good. The performances, the cinematography, everything. How good was it? It was so good that I will waive my usual one grade penalty for unnecessary nudity since there were a few brief scenes of it. Overall Grade: A+ So that was the Autumn 2025 Movie Roundup. A lot of good movies this time around. While some movies of course were better than others, I didn't see anything I actively disliked, which is always nice. So that's it for this week. Thanks for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and see you all next week.  

On this episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch dives deep into James Gunn's Superman 2025 — the first true chapter of the new DCU. We break down the reboot's tone shift, why punk rock makes sense for Superman, and how David Corenswet stacks up as Clark Kent.Neal also reviews standout performances from Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Mr. Terrific's breakout moment. Plus: a rundown of supporting heroes like Hawkgirl, Guy Gardner, and Element Man / Metamorpho, along with why this Superman movie will grow on viewers.Superman's Punk Rock Rebrand How Gunn subverts classic expectations.The "S" Symbol, Hypnotic GlassesDavid Corenswet's nuanced performanceLex Luthor's Identity CrisisNicholas Hoult's unique interpretation.Is Mr. Terrific the MVP?“Truth, Justice, and the Human Way” Theme Breakdown What James Gunn Got Right#superman #jamesgunn #moviereview #movies #lexluthor #loislane #dcu00:00:00 - Intro00:00:25 - James Gunn's creative choices and influences00:11:50 - Superman Cast Breakdown00:28:50 - Superman Plot Analysis02:03:19 - Box Office Performance02:05:14 - Critical ReceptionMovie Reviews - ⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessMovieReviews⁠ TV Show Reactions - ⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessTV⁠ Funny Stories -  ⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessFunnyStories⁠New York Giants Fan Rants & Analysis - https://bit.ly/NYGiantsYTPlaylist NY Mets Fan Rants & Analysis - https://bit.ly/MetsYTPlaylist ABOUT NEAL LYNCH:Neal Lynch is the creator and host of Giant Mess, a podcast blending sports commentary, pop culture analysis, and storytelling. Former 4th string quarterback and middle relief pitcher at a Division III school. Degrees in Film & Media Studies and Communications. Helped multiple major media and entertainment publishers develop, produce, optimize, distribute, and promote videos across web, video, and social media platforms. Single dad who loves to blog, podcast, write, edit, optimize, strategize, and over-analyze.  ABOUT "GIANT MESS":"Giant Mess" is a weird sports and entertainment comedy podcast hosted by a giant mess, the Real Cinch Neal Lynch. Neal covers New York Giants football, NY Mets baseball, movies, and TV shows, mixing in funny stories along the way.  Episodes focus on movie reviews, tv show recaps, post-game analysis, predictions, breakdowns, reactions, and funny stories.Subscribe to Giant Mess on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessYT⁠⁠ Follow me on:* Link Tree - ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/neallynch⁠⁠  * My Official Blog - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/neallynchBLOG⁠⁠ * Facebook Page - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessFB⁠⁠    * Twitter - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/NealLynchTW⁠⁠     * Personal Instagram - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/NealLynchIG⁠⁠    * Podcast Instagram - ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessInstagram⁠⁠  * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessApple⁠⁠  * Subscribe on Spotify - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessSpotify⁠⁠ 

Our tour of DC's Absolute Universe continues with Absolute Superman Vol. 1: Last Dust of Krypton by Jason Aaron and Rafa SandovalBut first, who can we blame for one of our least favorite interviews? Is Rodney Barnes returning to the podcast? Why does Rodney like Cody so much? Is Anthony blowing up in the comic book world? How would we rank the first 3 Absolute series? Is this a fresh take on Superman? How was Superman's lore changed for this series? Is Clark Kent not an element in this story? Is this Superman anti-AI? Does a big part of this volume take place on Krypton? Is this a Superman for the working class people? Does this section of the Absolute universe reflect our own world more than the others? Are the Peacemakers equivalent to ICE? Could new readers easily jump into the Absolute Universe? How does it also appeal to legacy readers? How do Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen compare to their original versions? What role does Ras al Ghul play in this comic? Should villains for one hero cross over to other heroes? Who is Absolute Lieutenant Dan? Does the Absolute Univefsr feel cyberpunk? Who is Omega Prime? What Absolute series that hasn't been announced yet would we like to see? What is Absolute Evil? What is Captain Cold's eyewear possibly made out of? What makes Absolute Gorilla Grodd so different? What's going on in Absolute Green Lantern by Al Ewing? Do we need to do more Earth One episodes? Why is Marvel already ending the Ultimate Universe? Are we torn between Marvel and DC? Have we covered Batman more than anything else on the pod? Will there be no more Chronic in 2026 or ABSOLUTE CHRONIC? Who is Satan busy torturing? What is the trap door theory? And we play fuck, marry, kill with the Absolute Trinity! Check out the Kickstarter pre-launch page for Superguy issue #2 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrtonynacho/superguy-2-my-date-with-the-presidents-daughter?ref=creator_tab⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠New episodes every THURSDAYFollow us on social media! Bluesky // Instagram // Twitter // TikTok :⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@comicsnchronic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UC45vP6pBHZk9rZi_2X3VkzQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠E-mail: comicsnchronicpodcast@gmail.comCodyInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@codycannoncomedy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: @Cody_CannonTikTok: @codywalakacannonJakeInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jakefhaha⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AnthonyBluesky // Instagram // Threads // Twitter // TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mrtonynacho⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The actual Man of Steel saves Superman's life but to do so, he needs to fight Metallo, the most metal villain in DC on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Looking for new animes and going down the youtube rabbit hole of Shaolin Temple content!Admitting we were wrong on the Superman Star Color debate and going on a big tangent of the true colors of the planets in the solar system!Superman faces no consequences for essentially burying Metallo alive, well except almost being killed by him!Could Batman beat Metallo? The answer is yes, probably to any villain you can dream of actually!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well! 

abVoices presents: Bat-Supe! Old Time Radio's "Adventures of Superman" featuring Superman and the Dynamic Duo! Desperate to discover the fate of Candy Meyers, Batman has teamed up with Lois Lane! And while she's a strong, capable woman, she's no Robin! It's the big finish gang, and anything can happen! Plus, in today's Important Message, our easy to remove labels are really easy to remove! Maybe too easy… Part 11 of "The Story of the Century" was originally broadcast on April 15, 1946!

Clark Kent is dead and Superman tries his best to make sure his apartment isn't completely destroyed on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Finishing Inuyasha, Frankenstein, Netflix production values and wondering if the Squid Games reality show is fixed!The insanity of revolving the plot around multiple state planned executions, some more successful than others!How the show missed a golden opportunity to push the Lois/Clark romance!Tracking the scant character development in these DC animated super-hero shows!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

Welcome to Multiverse News, Your source for Information about all your favorite fictional universesThough Disney and Marvel Studios have remained tight-lipped and cagey concerning details around the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday, the Internet, and a few reputable trades, have collectively discerned that we apparently “know when the Avengers: Doomsday trailer is coming.” The prognosticators have deytermined the trailer will be attached to December's Avatar: Fire & Ash – big news, if true! Another unconfirmed, but believable rumor that has taken the Internet by storm concerns Marvel TV's Wonder Man series and its episode run times, which places the longest episode at 34 minutes and the shortest at 23 including credits. Per The Hollywood Reporter, DC Studios has greenlit a Superman spinoff series focusing on standout Skyler Gisondo's Jimmy Olsen and coming to us from Dan Perrault and Tony Yacenda, the creators of Netflix's award-winning mockumentary American Vandal. The series is said to focus on Olsen and other Daily Planet reporters, (though Lois Lane and Clark Kent were conspicuously excluded,) as he tackles cases involving superpowered villains, with Season One featuring Flash rogue Gorilla Grodd as a big bad. Predator Badlands was the apex, ahem, predator at the box office last weekend debuting to $40 million domestically and doubling the haul internationally at $80 million worldwide. The film outperformed expectations, representing a much-needed shot of adrenaline in what has been a lethargic Fall box office, while also putting up bests for the franchise; beating out 2004's Alien Vs Predator and 2018's The Predator in the domestic and global arenas, respectively.Blue Beetle and Cobra Kai star Xolo Maridueña has been cast in season 3 of Netflix's One Piece and will play the character Portgas D. Ace.Jennifer Lawrence recently revealed that she and Emma Stone are developing a movie about the iconic Muppet Miss Piggy with Oh, Mary! writer and Tony winner Cole Escola penning the script, marking the character's first solo outing siynce Jim Henson debuted her on The Muppet Show in 1976.Netflix and Sony have finalized a deal for another “KPop Demon Hunters” movie, with plans to release the animated musical sequel in 2029.Lionsgate has released the first trailer for Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael' starring Jaafar Jackson, the nephew of the late pop icon. The film from director Antoine Fuqua is set to hit theaters on April 24, 2026, after its release was delayed several times.Prime Video announced that season two of The Night Manager, starring Tom Hiddleston, will premiere on January 11. The second season comes back to Prime ten years after the first season debuted. Warner Brothers has set a release date for the next film in The Gremlins franchise of November 19th 2027. Steven Spielberg is returning to executive produce “Gremlins 3” while “Harry Potter” filmmaker Chris Columbus is set to direct and produce. Disney has released the first official trailer for season 2 of Percy Jackson and The Olympians, which begins streaming on December 10th. In gaming news, Skydance Games is once again pushing the release for the much-anticipated “Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra” video game from May 2026 to November 2026. Rockstar Games also announced that they would be delaying Grand Theft Auto 6 once again, this time from May 2026 to November 2026 as well. Ryan Reynolds and Amazon MGM have teamed up to develop a remake of Thunderbolt & Lightfoot, a 1974 action comedy that starred Clint Eastwood and Jeff Bridges. Reynolds is eyeing to star in the adaptation and is also collaborating on the script with writers Enzo Mileti and Scott Wilson, a writing team who worked on season four of comedic crime show Fargo. Shane Reid, who edited Reynolds' Deadpool & Wolverine, will make his directorial debut with the project. 

Send us a textDo you remember Superman? Not the new DCU Superman, directed by James Gunn. Not Zack Snyder's DCEU Superman starring Henry Cavill. Not Bryan Singer's sequel to the Superman Film starring Brandon Routh. The Original Superhero Blockbuster. Superman! Starring Christopher Reeve, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Margot Kidder, and Ned Beatty. The actual OG Superman Movie. Is it as awesome as our childhood memory remembers it being? Do the 1978 effects still hold up? Will it make us believe a man can fly? Only one way to find out.Do You Remember Liking This Movie?

It took a little while for both guys to see it and then to record about it, but Preston & Todd finally review the new "Superman" movie. - Did the Geeks think this movie got the tone for Superman correct, especially when compared to the Superman interpretation in the DCEU? - Do the Geeks feel like Perry White & Jimmy Olsen know that Clark Kent is Superman, or is the hint in the movie only about them knowing Lois Lane has a thing with Superman, or is it left ambiguous either way? - Did the Geeks like the portrayals of Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and all the support characters? - In what ways did Lois Lane remind Todd of women he's worked with before? - What were the Geeks' favorite things plus nitpicks about the scene where Lois interviews Clark on the record as Superman? - What possible connections was Todd able to make between Clark's abilities as a reporter, his relationship with Lois, and the possibility that Perry knew he's Superman? - Did Preston feel this movie's version of Lex Luthor was authentic to the comics, and what comparisons did Preston make between Lex and real-life people today? - What similar complaint about Lex Luthor in this movie did talk have about the villain in "Fantastic Four: First Steps"? - Did the Geeks like the Justice Gang? - What were the Geeks' favorite things & nitpicks about Krypto the dog? - Were Clark's parents portrayed as "too country" or "bumpkiny," or were they just right? - What did the Geeks feel about the twist with Clark's Kryptonian parents, and what comparisons did Preston make to Omniman from the "Invincible" comics & cartoon? - Was Jimmy Olsen successful as comic relief, or was his treatment of women problematic, or are both true simultaneously? - Does it seem like Eve Teschmacher is in another movie, and is it left too ambiguous whether she was smart all along or only smart when it really mattered? - Was the classic "Superman" theme used the right amount in this movie? - How important was it to the Geeks that this movie is bright & colorful? - How much of a prude is Todd for feeling like there's too much profanity in this movie? - Was this a good start to the DCU, and is James Gunn the right person to be leading the franchise? - And, what direction do the Geeks want the next DCU movies to go next?Listen now for the answers to these and other super questions as we fly high with "Superman."Please rate or review us wherever you listen to podcasts. You can leave comments on individual episodes via the Spotify and Goodpods apps. Our e-mail is discerninggeeks@gmail.com.Royalty-free music in this episode comes from Pixabay.com.

Supes fights a guy who is part Robocop, part Iron Man and part Dr. Octopus on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...How Twilight reminded us of bad era X-Men, Physical: Asia on Netflix leading to an argument about continents and oceans and our belated but critical endorsement of NYC's newest mayor!Continuing our criticisms of Metropolis's city planning!Formalizing the "Why didn't he just do this to win" segment of the show!Wondering among all the most unbeatable super-heroes, which one of them is truly never really allowed to lose?!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen continue to review and then rate James Gunn's version of Superman. In this episode, we talk about the “Justice Gang” – Mr. Terrific, Guy Gardner, and Hawkgirl – Superman's posse, and we talk about the Daily Planet gang – notably Lois, Perry, Jimmy and Steve – Clark Kent's posse. We also give this one a star rating.Topics We Discuss:Secondary Characters: The Justice GangPeacemaker tie-inThe "Justice Gang" make up: Guy Garnder, Hawkgirl, and Mr. TerrificNext in the DCUDCU and multiverses explainedThe Daily Planet crew: Lois, Perry, Jimmy and the newsroomEaster Eggs in SupermanStar ratingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.

Because that's the way the Superman crumbles. Welcome back to This Month in Superman—the show where we break down the best Superman comics on the stands and tell you what actually cooks.This episode: • Superman #31 (Joshua Williamson, art by Eddy Barrows & Eber Ferreira) — a DCKO tie-in that adds character and lore (Apokolips “heart,” Superboy-Prime's meta sting, strong Lois Lane beats at the Fortress). • Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #3 (DC Black Label, by the Ice Cream Man team W. Maxwell Prince, Martín Morazzo, Chris O'Halloran) — Superman de-aged, Shazam team-up, Toyman & Doctor Sivana hijinks, big Batman/Superman trust moment, Silver-Age whimsy with modern heart. • DC K.O. #1 (Scott Snyder & co.) — a surprise: hopeful Superman thrown into a tournament built to crown King Alpha against Darkseid's King Omega. Wild roster choices, Booster Gold revelations, and the question: Who can actually beat Darkseid?We also talk the James Gunn Superman DNA quietly seeping into current books, Lois & Clark as the ultimate co-op, and why Spectrum reads like “All-Star energy meets Black Label weirdness.”Chapters:00:00 Cold Open – Why these 3 issues cook00:42 Frank's Pick: Superman #31 (DCKO tie-in that matters)05:28 Lois at the Fortress — reporting vs. Jor-El's program07:53 Tim's Pick: Kryptonite Spectrum #3 (kid Clark, Shazam, Toyman/Sivana)10:18 Batman's “my best guess” — trust/tactics12:45 Black Label primer & Ice Cream Man shout14:33 Vactor's Pick: DC K.O. #1 (hope vs. King Omega Darkseid)18:35 Can anyone out-scale Darkseid's power?22:30 Roster talk: Super-Family, Jaro/Starro, Barda, Lobo, Swamp Thing28:03 Booster Gold twist & where this could go31:20 Scott Snyder's craft pod/Substack (behind-the-scenes)33:50 Beer With Geeks plug + Frank's Beatles TikTok35:26 Wrap — October's must-reads & what's nextListen next / support• ‪@BeerwithGeeks‬ (Tim & Frank): great geek talk on Trek, Star Wars, LOTR, more.• Frank on TikTok —   / frankramblings   elite Beatles micro-docs.• Subscribe for monthly Superman breakdowns + Super-Family highlights.New Comic Book Releases:Oct 1 -Absolute Superman #12Adventures of Superman – The Book of El #2Oct 8 -SUPERMAN: THE KRYPTONITE SPECTRUM #3DC K.O. #1Oct 15 - BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD'S FINEST #44Oct 22 - SUPERMAN #31SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #6 JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #12Oct 29 -ACTION COMICS #1091Superman Red & Blue 2025 Special #1Honorable mentions:SUPERGIRL #6KRYPTO: THE LAST DOG OF KRYPTON #5JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. GODZILLA VS. KONG 2 #5BATMAN: GOTHAM BY GASLIGHT – A LEAGUE FOR JUSTICE #4JUSTICE LEAGUE RED #3NEW HISTORY OF THE DC UNIVERSE #4Titans #28Flash #26

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Tim Bruns dig into the second half of John Byrne's 2-year run on the Super-titles — culminating in "The Supergirl Saga," which saw the introduction of Matrix and Superman's cold execution of General Zod & his allies. But first, Anthony and Tim discuss Superman's team-ups with Batman, Booster Gold, and The Spectre; Lana & Smallville's baffling involvement in the "Millenium" crossover; romantic developments between Superman & Wonder Woman, Lois Lane & Jose Delgado, and Clark Kent & Lori Lemaris; a welcome, but ultimately unfulfilling, spotlight on the Krypton part of the story; and the Post-Crisis returns or debuts of Silver Banshee, Toyman, Prankster, and Brainiac.This episode covers: SUPERMAN #12-22, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #436-444 (with Jerry Ordway on art), and ACTION COMICS #594-600.The podcast's Byrne event has concluded! Thanks to all guests and audience members for coming along on this ride. Keep tuning in for new episodes every Tuesday!Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies. Get your DFK merch at the podcast's TeePublic storefront!FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE: @diggingforkryptonitepodINSTAGRAM: @diggingforkryptonitepodTWITTER: @diggingforkrpodBLUESKY: @diggingforkrpod.bsky.socialEMAIL: flatsquirrelproductions@gmail.comWEBSITE: FlatSquirrelProductions.com Digging for Kryptonite is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music by Dan Pritchard. Key art by Isaiah Simmons. Mentioned in this episode:Single Bound PodcastThis Podcast Will Never DieAlways Hold On To SmallvilleFat Moose ComicsAw Yeah ComicsHang On To Your Shorts Film Festival

Welcome to From Crisis to Crisis Classic! Because of the original feed getting lost due to financial considerations I (Michael) decided to start representing them on this feed to give them a new home since people still seem to be finding them.  Note before listening...check out the original release date below if you hear something that sounds kind of off or doesn't align with the social norms of today. Or if the audio quality isn't up to snuff of what you'd hear from this show today. These epsiodes are represented as they were first released. No editing. No George Lucas style revamps. I'm doing this mainly because I want to retain the original feel of the episodes and also because...well, I'm lazy. Episode 1 - Man of Steel issues one and two Original Release Date - May 12, 2009 This is the one that launched the whole thing. Fun fact, Jeff and I had never actually spoken until we recorded this episode. I was only two years into my podcasting career, so I was still finding my voice and Jeff hadn't quite figured out his audio, which is why he sounds like he does. As you read above, this issue covers the first two issues of Man of Steel, the series that started the entire Post Crisis era! After a little bit of background info on the creation of the series Jeff and I get into the nitty gritty and explore the first two issues of the series.  Experience or re-experience the final days of the Post Crisis Krypton, how the Kents found the baby Clark Kent, Clark beginning to discover his origins, Superman's first appearance, the first meeting with Lois Lane, Superman's first days in Metropolis and how Clark got the job at the Daily Planet.

Superman inspires Dr. Fate to keep fighting evil which is a good thing because the Man of Steel is useless against magical enemies on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Giving the Twilight movies a twirl and boy oh boy, do we have some thoughts!We wonder if Batman would have been just as successful against Karkull as Superman!Realizing that Dr. Fate is depressingly accurate about evil never truly being vanquished!The fun of enjoying Superman in a random world where nothing is explained vs. having it all laid out!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

Host Y. M. Nelson and guests Staci, Perry, and Jen review James Gunn's version of Superman. We went political, we went comic book, we went totally nerdy with this review of the new DCU iteration. This was one lively discussion you can't miss.Topics We Discuss:How excited were we about James Gunn's Superman?A Comic Book Feel - The James Gunn EffectThe Origin Story OmissionIf you know the story, why are you upset that Superman is called an immigrant?The Superman message plot lineEerie real-world similarities ... that no one seemed to talk aboutSuperman's relationship to LoisPower, Knowledge, and ResponsibilityLois, Superman, and the whole hidden identity thingShow us some love with a text!Support the show#booktube #movietube⚠ *Note: some links to book recommendations are affiliate links. This means I receive a small commission when you buy. This does not affect the price you pay.

#900: Join us as we sit down with Teri Hatcher – award-winning actress, writer, producer, & host of the new podcast, Desperately Devoted. With a career spanning decades across film & television, Teri has become a household name through her unforgettable roles as Susan Mayer on Desperate Housewives, Lois Lane on Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, & even as a Bond girl. In this episode, Teri gets candid about her early days in Hollywood, the journey to landing her most iconic roles, evolving with grace under the spotlight, & navigating the deeply personal journey of caring for aging parents – all while staying grounded, curious, & unapologetically true to herself. To Watch the Show click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To connect with Teri Hatcher click HERE To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode. Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194. This episode is sponsored by The Skinny Confidential Your daily routine done better – with The Skinny Confidential Caffeinated Sunscreen. Subscribe today at http://bit.ly/TSCSunscreen and get it delivered right to your door – because great skin doesn't take days off! This episode is sponsored by Bon Charge Go to http://boncharge.com and use coupon code SKINNY to save 15%. This episode is sponsored by Beekeepers  Go to http://beekeepersnaturals.com/SKINNY or enter code SKINNY to get 20% off your order. This episode is sponsored by Nutrafol For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to http://Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code SKINNYHAIR. This episode is sponsored by YNAB TSC Him & Her Show listeners can claim an exclusive three-month free trial, with no credit card required at http://YNAB.com/skinny. This episode is sponsored by Prolon For a limited time, Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit http://ProlonLife.com/SKINNY This episode is sponsored by Hiya Health Receive 50% off your first order. To claim this deal you must go to http://hiyahealth.com/SKINNY.  Produced by Dear Media  

Sean and Jim start to flesh out some of the DC KO backstory, leading to covering the event itself. This episode we take a look at DC's All In Special #1, Summer of Superman Special #1. The Road to Episode 800 and 20 years of Raging Bullets begins here! Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Coming Up : Superman 28-30, DC KO, Flash Upcoming: Green Arrow, Green Lantern, The Flash, Longest Halloween, Wonder Woman, JSA, Justice League, DC/Marvel Crossover, and upcoming DC events, and much more. 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 DC KO Prelude 2:08:10 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content.  Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.

Superman dumps Bizarro (who isn't that bad) on a planet far, far away and calls it a day on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...The return of X-Men 97 and Stranger Things Season 5!Somehow everyone knows Superman lives at the North Pole!Superman roofies himself at the Bizarro party! Hey Lois, maybe write an article about how Lex Luthor is responsible for all of this!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

The New Capes & Lunatics Ep #47 (LGY #402): Superman - The Blaze/Satanus War This episode to continue the Halloween season, your team of Phil, Lilith, Justin, Kristen and Tyler review the Blaze/Satanus War from Adventures of Superman #493 & #494, Action Comics #680, Superman: Man of Steel #15, and Superman #71 (August & September 1992) featuring brother and sister devils vs Superman with his friends in the crossfire. And who is Kismet?   Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can!    Capes & Lunatics Links  → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capeslunatics.bsky.social → Twitter https://twitter.com/CapesLunatics → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/capesandlunatics → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics   ==================  

This week on Fantastic Forum, we're putting the big blue boy scout under the microscope as we dive into James Gunn's bold new Superman movie, featuring David Corenswet as Clark Kent, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor. There's no origin story this time. Gunn skips it completely and drops us into a mid-career Superman who is already a public hero. Does this reboot strike the balance between hope and heroism, or is it all flash with no feeling? Watch tonight at 6:30pm PT at www.fantasticforum.live and call in live to share your take! Fantastic Forum, assemble! Subscribe – youtube.com/fantasticforum Call In – https://console.evmux.com/guest/mv7-2kmz-v32 #Superman #DCU #DC #NewComicBookDay

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Duncan Bennett dig into a trilogy of miniseries written by John Byrne and released across 1988: WORLD OF KRYPTON with Mike Mignola, which detailed Krypton's clone wars; WORLD OF SMALLVILLE with Kurt Schaffenberger, which revealed Martha Kent's first marriage and Lana Lang's manipulation by the Manhunters; and WORLD OF METROPOLIS with Win Mortimer, which showed the early city days of Perry White, Lois Lane, Clark Kent, and Jimmy Olsen.BUT FIRST! In the opening segment, Sweet-Sweet Bernie Gerstmayr (Aw Yeah Comics - Skokie) returns to shine a spotlight on 1986's SUPERMAN #1 by John Byrne, featuring the Post-Crisis debut of Metallo.AND NEXT WEEK: Year One of Byrne's tenure on the main Super-titles!Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies. Get your DFK merch at the podcast's TeePublic storefront!FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE: @diggingforkryptonitepodINSTAGRAM: @diggingforkryptonitepodTWITTER: @diggingforkrpodBLUESKY: @diggingforkrpod.bsky.socialEMAIL: flatsquirrelproductions@gmail.comWEBSITE: FlatSquirrelProductions.com Digging for Kryptonite is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music by Dan Pritchard. Key art by Isaiah Simmons. Mentioned in this episode:This Podcast Will Never DieMen of Steel PodcastHang On To Your Shorts Film FestivalAlways Hold On To SmallvilleFat Moose ComicsSingle Bound Podcast

Superman: Red Son is revisited!Spoiler Review @4:00Rating @1:20:42Text Us Your ThoughtsHosts:Daniel Grant (Bluesky & Instagram)Ben Sit (Instagram)Show:@TDFSpoiled on Instagram, Threads, TikTok & YouTubeSubscribe & Follow HERE

Harley Quinn helps commit a mass terrorism event in Metropolis and is sentenced to rehabilitation on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Playing way too much Hades II and being underwhelmed at the Peacemaker season 2 finale!Disagreeing on whether Lois Lane would run to the press with Batman's secret identity or not!Don Draper says goodbye to Dick Whitman!Missing Batman's poetic moralizations at the ends of episodes!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN: Season One is streaming on the Warner Bros. Max platform. It's a fun, campy reimagining of the early career of the world's most famous superhero character. The series is set in Clark Kent's early twenties as he starts a new internship at The Daily Planet. The program follows his struggles to keep his job, develop a relationship with Lois Lane, and learn how to use his superpowers. As he explores his abilities and responsibilities as a costumed hero, Clark learns more about where he was born and faces the existential questions of who he is and who he ought to be.

This week, World's Finest Wednesday gets spooky as Zach and Mike cover the first-ever issue of Superman's Girlfriend, Lois Lane and the completely unhinged story “The Witch of Metropolis.” When Lois breaks a mirror in front of a portrait of “Mad Molly,” she's cursed to turn into a witch every night for seven years. Cue flying brooms, hexed bullets, jealous scoops, and Superman secretly making all her spells come true just to protect her feelings. It's a Golden Age fever dream featuring old-age serum fumes, magic incantations, and maybe the most convoluted explanation Superman's ever given. Plus, the guys dive into vintage DC ads, including mail-order axes, patriotic mottoes, and the inexplicable Rex the Wonder Dog. Spooky Season continues on Bros, Foes, and Heroes! #superman #loislane #dccomics #dc #goldenagecomics #comicbookpodcast #brosfoesheroes #spookyseason #WorldsFinestWednesday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this spoiler-filled review of the latest Superman movie, Kerwin and Keith dive deep into everything that makes this film soar… and stumble. From the electric chemistry between Clark Kent and Lois Lane to David Cornsworth and Rachel Brosnahan's standout performances, we break it all down. We explore Lex Luthor's ruthless motivations, Superman's internal conflicts, and the Justice Gang's team dynamics. Is the CGI a visual triumph or a distraction? What's the deal with Jor-El's distorted message, and how does the ending set up the next DC chapter—including Supergirl? Tune in for a full breakdown, honest takes, and what we want to see next from the DC Universe. Let us know in the comments: Who was your favorite character? Are you hyped for what's next?

This week on Men of Steel, Case and Jmike are joined once again by friend of the show JD Martin to talk about the 2010 animated super-comedy Megamind! We dig into its sharp humor, surprisingly heartfelt themes, and why this blue-skinned “villain” might be one of the most Superman-adjacent characters DreamWorks ever created. #MenOfSteelPod #Megamind #SupermanAdjacent #JDmartin #Animation #SuperheroMovies Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: October 10, 2025  Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moonen Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Men Of Steel - https://www.certainpov.com/men-of-steel​  FOLLOW US: ▶ Twitter: @certainpovmedia @menofsteelpod ▶ Instagram: @certainpovmedia ▶ Website: https://www.certainpov.com Outline Introduction and Guest Welcome (00:00 - 02:00) Discussion starts with a humorous observation of the misspelling of 'Titan' throughout the film. Hosts: Case Aiken and J. Mike Folson, with returning guest J.D. Martin. Initial Impressions and Reactions to Megamind (02:00 - 10:40) JD relates personal experience watching the movie during a back pain episode. He praises the voice cast: Will Ferrell, Tina Fey, Jonah Hill, and Brad Pitt. Characters, Casting, and Voice Performances (10:40 - 21:04) Discussion of the main characters and voice actors: Will Ferrell as Megamind praised for his comedic timing. Tina Fey as Roxanne Ritchi, the strong Lois Lane archetype. Music and Soundtrack (21:04 - 26:00) Soundtrack by Hans Zimmer and Lauren Balfe well received for blending classic superhero score with many rock needle drops. Noted needle drops include 'Highway to Hell,' 'Back in Black,' 'Crazy Train,' and 'Bad to the Bone.' Supporting Characters and Humor (26:00 - 31:27) Minion, Megamind's pet, is highlighted as a great comic sidekick balancing Krypto and Otis-type roles. The film's dense joke rate is praised in comparison to sitcom qualities. Plot and Story Structure Evaluation (31:27 - 41:28) Discussion appreciates that the Superman analog Metro Man faking his death and quitting is a strong story beat. Titan's rise and subsequent villainy highlighted as key to forcing Megamind into the hero role. ️ Final Narrative and Thematic Elements (41:28 - 51:29) The endgame where Megamind takes on the identity of the hero (Metro Man) using disguises is highlighted. Love story between Megamind and Roxanne praised as a slow burn and effective emotional core. Cultural and Industry Context (51:29 - 58:56) Megamind's release context: 2010, alongside Iron Man 2, Toy Story 3, and before MCU dominance. Positioned as a parody, deconstruction, and love letter to superhero genre before the MCU explosion. Closing Remarks and Tribute (58:56 - 01:07:01) Recognition of Patreon supporters and invitation to join. Tribute to actor Terence Stamp (General Zod in Superman films) who passed away on recording day. Key Takeaways Megamind is a well-crafted superhero parody (06:32 - 30:00) Inverts the traditional Superman archetype by showing a villain becoming a hero. Strong voice cast (10:40 - 18:00) Notable performances, especially Will Ferrell as Megamind and Tina Fey as Roxanne Ritchi. Jonah Hill's character adds a darker twist on typical sidekick tropes. Numerous classic rock needle drops (22:30 - 23:00) A hallmark of DreamWorks animated movies aimed at older kids and adults. ️ Fight sequences and choreography (26:58 - 27:30) Surprisingly well-executed and impactful, elevating the animated action to near live-action standards. Tight story structure (31:27 - 34:00) Well-paced with a high joke-per-minute ratio making it enjoyable for multiple viewings. ️ Megamind's character arc (41:28 - 51:29) From villain to hero effectively supported by strong thematic elements, including friendship, identity, and redemption. Movie fits well in the 2010 superhero context (51:29 - 58:56) Before the MCU boom, making it a timely and insightful satire and love letter to superhero media. Legacy and community engagement (58:56 - 01:07:01) Tribute to Terence Stamp and encouragement for listeners to join broader fandoms through podcasts and social media.

Superman fails to throw some Kryptonite into outer space when he had the chance and Lois is plotting to move to Gotham City to be with Bruce Wayne after one date on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Low key wishing they'd just cancel the Matt Reeves universe to move things along in the new DCU!Bruce Wayne literally dodging over 100 bullets at point-blank range!Mercy wears pants??Could Lex Luthor easily kill the Joker if he wanted to?The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!  

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs dive into episodes five and six of Creature Commandos. Lois Lane starts to question the harsh Peacemaker government while Superman fights to protect people around the world, leading to big battles and tough choices about what's right and wrong in Absolute Superman #4, 5, and 6. Diana battles the monstrous Tetracide using magic and mythic weaponry, ultimately transforming into Medusa to turn the beast to stone—only to be dragged back into the Underworld In Absolute Wonder Woman #4 & 5. All this plus, DC News, Shout Outs, and much, much more! ------------------------ Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open 0:00:58 DC News 0:03:55 Absolute Superman #4, 5, 6 0:13:14 Absolute Wonder Woman #4 & 5 0:20:52 Creature Commandos S1 Ep5 – The Iron Pot 0:27:12 Creature Commandos S1 Ep6 – Priyatel Skelet 0:36:28 Show Close   Links Absolute Superman #4 Absolute Superman #5 Absolute Superman #6 Absolute Wonder Woman #4 Absolute Wonder Woman #5 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

In this sneak preview of Wizards! The Podcast Guide to Comics crew take to Patreon Exclusive for SUPER CINEMA with this months featured movie, the Animated Classic All-Star Superman!  We have an ALL STAR line up have commentators on this episode with Adam, Michael, and Will  diving deep into this hugely popular graphic novel adaptation.Does the movie, and the book live up to the hype?  You'll have to tune and find out.https://www.patreon.com/wizardscomicshttps://www.instagram.com/wizards_comics/https://www.tiktok.com/discover/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comicshttps://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:zzmwlgwpyrvienjdv4rvnnw5https://x.com/wizardscomics?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/848503046295793https://www.wizardscomics.com/episodeshttps://youtu.be/3YGL41Y4cNY#superman #GrantMorrison #DCComics #LoisLane #SuperLois #Lex #LexLuthor #AnimatedMovie #GraphicNovel #Adaptation #Cartoon #DC #Superheroes #Superhero #Comics #ComicBook #Podcast #Patreon, #PatreonExclusive #WizardsThePodcastGuideToComics #WizardsComics #wizardmagazine  Thanks to our monthly supporters Serge Patrick McFadden Marvin Dupree Jay M D P Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This Week on Earth Station DCU! Drew Leiter and Cletus Jacobs dive into episodes five and six of Creature Commandos. Lois Lane starts to question the harsh Peacemaker government while Superman fights to protect people around the world, leading to big battles and tough choices about what’s right and wrong in Absolute Superman #4, 5, […] The post The Earth Station DCU Episode 420 – Creature Commandos Part III appeared first on The ESO Network.

Batman and Superman finally meet while Joker and Lex Luthor plot a billion dollar deal to destroy them on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...The satisfying dark twist in Peacemaker!Dreaming up a romantic Batman movie!Batman can just throw Superman like that? Ok!Pondering why Marvel hasn't just made endless, faithful animated versions of all their classic comic books!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

abVoices presents: Bat-Supe! Old Time Radio's “Adventures of Superman” featuring Superman and the Dynamic Duo! First Lois Lane disappeared. Then Perry White disappeared. Then Lois appeared, and now Jimmy Olsen has disappeared! Running out of options, Clark Kent decides to call in Inspector Henderson, but Lois Lane stops him and suggests that Detective Candy Meyers might be the wiser choice. Plus, in today's Important Message, the time has come to learn what you've been saving your Bat-Supe can lids for! Part 5 of “The Story of the Century” was originally broadcast on April 5, 1946!

This week our latest Men of Steel is a conversation with DJ Nik (Happiness in Darkness, Gold Standard, etc.) about the animated adaptation of Superman: Red Son. Find DJ Nik: https://www.whiskeyandcigarettesshow.com/happiness-in-darkness Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: September 26, 2025 Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moonen Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Men Of Steel - https://www.certainpov.com/men-of-steel​ FOLLOW US: ▶ Twitter: @certainpovmedia @menofsteelpod ▶ Instagram: @certainpovmedia ▶ Website: https://www.certainpov.com Superman Red Sun Adaptation and Narrative Direction The animated adaptation of Superman Red Sun presents a distinct political and moral narrative where Superman raised in Russia embodies an idealistic yet highly manipulatable figure, reflecting a complex interplay of power and ideology (03:02). Key narrative decision to depict Superman as a good but misguided character shaped by Russian upbringing and Soviet-era values was emphasized by Case and J. Mike, highlighting his susceptibility to manipulation by figures like Stalin and Brainiac. The movie diverges from the comic by portraying Lex Luthor as a morally positive U.S. leader, married to Lois Lane, who is fully integrated into his political life. This creative choice aimed to balance the story by making Lex a relatable protagonist, reinforcing a pro-American slant, likely influenced by current political climates. The film's thematic focus on Superman's idealism clashing with harsh realities underlines his internal conflict and the consequences of unchecked power. Market-wise, this adaptation seeks to draw in audiences interested in alternate superhero narratives with geopolitical undertones, broadening Superman's appeal beyond typical fans. The three-act structure reflecting phases of Superman's evolution (young idealist, political figure, and authoritarian leader) was retained, but with streamlined storytelling to fit the film's 90-minute format (19:17). Original elements like the character Svetlana were introduced to establish Superman's early influences and set the tone for his eventual manipulation. The film's use of Soviet-era iconography and Gregorian chants enhances immersion and aids audience understanding of the setting. This structure supports clear character arcs and audience engagement despite the complex political backdrop. Character and Relationship Dynamics The film notably improves on character relationships, particularly between Lex Luthor and Lois Lane, making them a committed and supportive couple, which contrasts sharply with the comic's estranged dynamic (21:52). Lois Lane's evolution from independent journalist to First Lady strengthens the political narrative and adds emotional depth to the story. Her conflict with Lex over the “Superior Man” experiment adds dramatic tension while humanizing both characters. Lois serves as a moral anchor, showing resistance to some of Lex's harsher decisions, preserving her agency within the political framework. This dynamic was designed to maintain audience sympathy and avoid alienating fans of classic Lois Lane. The characterization of Wonder Woman diverges from the comic by presenting her as a lesbian ambassador skeptical of men, which adds a feminist layer but also generated mixed reactions due to its repetitive messaging (13:11). Her breaking of the lasso of truth and subsequent power drain symbolize disillusionment with Superman's regime. The film portrays Wonder Woman as more powerful than Superman and as a conflicted figure torn between loyalty and opposition. These changes serve to enhance the narrative's emotional stakes and highlight ideological divides within the Soviet leadership. Batman's grimmer portrayal with willingness to accept collateral damage introduces a morally ambiguous antagonist motivated by personal loss, deepening the plot complexity (45:06). His vendetta against Superman is grounded in the death of his parents in a gulag, providing emotional weight to their conflict. The film reduces the supporting cast compared to the comic, focusing more tightly on core characters to enhance storytelling clarity. Political and Ideological Themes The film embeds a strong political subtext, portraying Superman as a tool of the Soviet state, subject to manipulation by Stalin and later Brainiac, exploring themes of authoritarianism and propaganda (59:14). The depiction of Stalin's regime and the gulags is stark, providing a critical lens on Soviet atrocities, which Superman initially ignores due to naivety (28:34). Superman's assassination of Stalin is a pivotal moment symbolizing a break from oppressive rule but also the beginning of his own moral decline. The film's anti-Russian bias reflects American perspectives prevalent at the time of production. This political framing underscores the dangers of absolute power and state control over individuals. The presence of Brainiac as a manipulative force amplifies the narrative of Superman's loss of agency, positioning Brainiac as the true power behind the Soviet regime in the latter acts (01:00:33). Brainiac's control enables technological advances but also enforces oppressive mind control, with Superman complicit but unaware of the extent. This adds a sci-fi layer illustrating how technology can be weaponized politically. Brainiac's role serves as both a plot device and a commentary on surveillance and control. The contrasting portrayal of Lex Luthor as a morally upright U.S. leader reinforces the ideological divide, positioning America as a counterbalance to Soviet authoritarianism (01:18:40). Lex's presidency and relationship with Lois symbolize American values of freedom and partnership. This ideological framing is strategic to appeal to Western audiences and to provide a clear antagonist-protagonist dynamic. It reflects the broader geopolitical tensions influencing superhero storytelling in the 21st century. Action and Superpower Depictions The film adapts classic superhero action with a focus on power limitations and ideological symbolism, notably through the use of red sun lamps to neutralize Superman's powers and the introduction of Superior Man as a Soviet weapon (47:48). The immediate loss and regain of Superman's powers under red sun exposure was acknowledged as a narrative expediency, despite known inconsistencies with canonical depictions (48:58). This mechanism facilitates key confrontations and heightens tension without complex exposition. The decision balances pacing needs of a 90-minute runtime against the need for recognizable superhero logic. The Superior Man character acts as a tragic figure whose destruction deepens Lois's conflict with Lex and underscores the moral costs of weaponizing superpowers (37:22). His portrayal as a lab creation rather than a fully human clone adds ethical ambiguity. This subplot strengthens the film's theme of sacrifice and unintended consequences in superhuman conflicts. The Green Lantern Corps assault was streamlined, with the film emphasizing the fight's intensity and Wonder Woman's intervention, contrasting with the comic's more fragmented depiction (01:11:00). The film's choice to present Wonder Woman as stronger than Superman visually reinforces her narrative significance. The fight sequences support the escalating stakes and demonstrate the combined forces opposing Soviet Superman. Production and Storytelling Choices The filmmakers made strategic decisions to adapt the comic's complex narrative into a cohesive, accessible screenplay that emphasizes character and political drama over spectacle (09:41). The introduction of original scenes such as the gulag encounter and Superman killing Stalin serve to heighten emotional impact and clarify political stakes early in the film (28:34). These scenes compensate for the comic's denser exposition by providing visual and emotional anchor points. The film balances storytelling clarity with maintaining the comic's core themes. The choice to omit or tone down certain comic elements, such as excessive narrative exposition and supervillain cameos, streamlines the plot for new audiences (01:14:44). This focus on fewer characters helps maintain narrative coherence and emotional resonance. The film aims to appeal both to comic fans and general audiences unfamiliar with the source material. The adaptation was influenced by modern political sensibilities and audience expectations, reflected in the more explicit feminist themes and clearer moral distinctions (13:11). These choices aim to update the story's relevance and broaden its appeal. The film's tone contrasts with the comic's edgier, more ambiguous style, favoring clarity and accessibility. Audience Reception and Legacy The podcast hosts unanimously recommend Superman Red Sun as a compelling and unique take on the Superman mythos, suitable even for non-fans due to its strong narrative and thematic depth (01:33:00). Nick and J. Mike highlight the film's ability to retain Superman's core ethics despite the alternate political setting, praising its nuanced portrayal of flawed heroism. The story's exploration of power, ideology, and morality offers rich material for discussion and reexamination of classic characters. Its accessibility makes it a useful entry point for audiences new to superhero stories or interested in political narratives. The film's balanced treatment of Lex Luthor and Lois Lane adds emotional investment and challenges traditional villain-hero dichotomies. This complexity enhances the film's value as a character-driven drama. The positive portrayal of Lex as a “good guy” is noted as a refreshing and deliberate creative decision. The upcoming interview with J. M. DeMatteis, writer of the animated movie, and the launch of the Trade School podcast series on comic trades indicate ongoing community engagement and content expansion around this material (01:39:10). These initiatives suggest sustained interest and potential for deeper exploration of comic adaptations. They offer platforms for fans and newcomers to connect over shared appreciation of graphic storytelling.  

The Man in Blue slowly tries to save his father over and over but is instead forced to endlessly wrestle Darkseid's son on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Wondering why James Gunn decided on a multiverse plotline for season 2 of Peacemaker!A tough episode for Lois Lane!Come on Superman, just fly in and scoop up your dad real quick!Wondering if Jack Kirby's new gods will ever really get their due as major popular villains!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well! 

In this episode of the Fact or Fantasy Podcast, Chase and Kyle dive deep into the latest Superman film, the first film in the new DC Universe, exploring its themes, character dynamics, and the impact of public perception on heroes. They discuss Superman's vulnerabilities, the manipulation by Lex Luthor, and the introduction of new characters like the Hammer of Boravia, the Justice Gang consisting of Hawk Girl, Guy Gardener's Green Lantern, and Mr. Fantastic, the Daily Planet's Jimmy, Perry White, Lois Lane, Steve, and Kat, Martha and Jon Kent, and of course, Lex Luthor. The conversation also touches on the relationship between Clark Kent and Lois Lane, highlighting the complexities of their interactions and the challenges Superman faces in a world that questions his motives. Overall, the episode provides a comprehensive analysis of the film's narrative and character development. Takeaways Superman's vulnerability makes him relatable. His humanity is central to his character. The film explores Superman's internal struggles. Superman's actions are driven by empathy. His relationships highlight his human side. The story challenges the invincible hero trope. Superman's moral dilemmas are explored. The narrative emphasizes personal growth. Superman's journey is both external and internal. The film offers a nuanced portrayal of heroism Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Superman and the Podcast 02:46 Engagement with Listeners and Reviews 05:54 Superman's Opening Sequence and Initial Struggles 11:41 Superman's Healing and Parental Messages 17:08 Superman's Vulnerability and Pain 22:57 Superman's Return to Action and the Hammer of Boravia 28:46 Lex Luthor's Manipulation and Control 34:22 The Kaiju Battle and Justice Gang's Arrival 40:10 Clark Kent's Daily Life and Relationship with Lois Lane 45:55 Lois Lane's Interview with Superman 51:51 Public Perception and Lex's Deception 57:24 Conclusion and Reflection on Superman's Journey

Having enlisted the aid of Lois Lane in his quest to prove that Superman and Clark Kent are one and the same person, Herbert Calkins has taken reckless action against Kent! Will Lois go through with it, or will her conscience get the better of her? Plus, in today's Important Message, we're giving you new ways to become a Bat-Super without postage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lex Luthor takes center stage as the show's most interesting character as we speculate on all the services offered by his assistant Mercy Graves on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Wondering how far James Gunn can take his brand of humor in the new DC Universe!Has Superman ever tried blowing out a missile with his super breath?Remembering STAR WARS (the Reagan kind) and contemplating if we thought AI deepfakes were possible as kids in the 90s!Noticing the oddity of Batman TAS being inspired by Max Fleischer's Superman and Superman TAS not being quite as inspired in general (but still very good!)The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

abVoices presents: Bat-Supe! Old Time Radio's “Adventures of Superman” featuring Superman and the Dynamic Duo! After a strange phone conversation with Perry White, Clark Kent returned to the Daily Planet where he received a phone call from Lois telling him to hurry up. And no sooner had he hung up then who should walk into the office but Lois Lane! Are things about to go from weird to worse? Plus, in today's Important Message, we're here to help should any accidents happen while you collect those can lids! Part 3 of “The Story of the Century” was originally broadcast on April 3, 1946!

SUPERMAN II: THE RICHARD DONNER CUT Kryptonian warlord General Zod and his deadly crew are accidentally released from their space prison—and they've got their sights set on Earth. Just as they begin their reign of terror, Superman makes a life-changing choice: give up his powers to be with Lois Lane. Now the world's greatest hero has to decide—love or duty—while the planet hangs in the balance. Craig and Rob Ervin talk about their favorite Superman, athletic nerds, Retro Expo and the movie "Superman II" on this week's Matinee Heroes!! Next week, another live episode from Retro Expo with Rob Ervin. Craig is forced to talk about "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMJPwRWaZBI&ab_channel=RottenTomatoesClassicTrailers  

The Man of Steel faces a very large monkey that was once Lois Lane's childhood pet on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Revisiting the new Futurama and wondering what the great twist in Peacemaker will be!Just feeling awful for the monkey in this story and all animals in danger really!Superman vs. King Kong or Godzilla, we love to see it!More new Superman movie discourse - could he have ethically saved that Kaiju?The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well!

SupermanSuperman's Box Office Triumph & DCU UpdatesThe DC Universe is taking shape, and it all starts with Superman. The film has officially crossed $614 million worldwide, with $353M domestic (57.5%) and $260M international (42.5%). James Gunn has called the movie's success the “biggest relief of his life” because if it hadn't worked, the future of the entire DCU slate—from Supergirl to Lanterns—would have been in jeopardy.Superman Box Office UpdateDomestic box office: $353,302,360International box office: $260,800,000Worldwide total: $614,102,360This breakdown shows how crucial U.S. audiences remain for superhero films, even as international numbers grow.Variety and Deadline Report on Superman Profit MarginSuperman has an 8-week profit margin of about $125 million.It is the seventh-highest grossing film of the year.By comparison Man of Steel's profit margin was $42.7 million.We explain why domestic is still more profitable to studios than international.Gunn Relieved by Superman SuccessJames Gunn admitted that Superman's success was critical for DC Studios:“If Superman didn't work, I'm the head of DC Studios! What am I gonna do now? We have Supergirl, Peacemaker Season 2, Lanterns, Clayface—they're all connected to this!”PeacemakerSuperman's Visit to the Peacemaker SetA behind-the-scenes photo dated July 23, 2024 sparked speculation. David Corenswet appeared on the Peacemaker set in full Superman costume while James Gunn was splitting directing duties between Superman and Peacemaker Season 2. Fans believe this signals a direct connection between the two projects, with Superman potentially playing a meaningful role in Peacemaker Season 2. We disagree somewhat.How Would Fleury See Hawkgirl?Fans asked James Gunn online what Fleury might think of Hawkgirl. His playful response:“I think he'd wonder what's wrong with her head and wouldn't really know.”Yes the Grammar Fuck Up Was IntentionalJames Gunn confirmed that the infamous “Your the best” typo was intentional, sparking fan discussion. He also joked about Harcourt's “Thirstcourt” side in her texts, keeping his trademark banter alive.ClayfaceClayface – Gotham City Map Easter EggsA leaked Gotham City Transit Authority map revealed nods to Batman lore: Arkham Asylum, Ace Chemical, the Iceberg Lounge, Blackgate Penitentiary, Gotham Knights sporting complex, Wayne-owned buildings, Kane Estate, and Kane Memorial Bridge. Fans debated similarities to real-world Manhattan maps (like Hell's Kitchen).Man of Tomorrow – Superman Sequel AnnouncedJames Gunn confirmed Man of Tomorrow hits theaters July 9, 2027, almost exactly two years after Superman. Gunn clarified:It's not titled Superman 2, just Man of Tomorrow.The film will explore Superman and Lex Luthor's relationship, with Nicholas Hoult's Luthor donning the green-and-purple Warsuit.Speculation: Possible villains may be Bizarro, Brainiac, or Zod.Gunn emphasized his collaborative writing process and ongoing rewrites.People Responding to James GunnThe Man of Tomorrow announcement drew reactions from DC stars and creators:Isabela Merced (Hawkgirl): “See You Soooon”Aaron Pierre (John Stewart): “Yes, Indeed!”

abVoices presents: Bat-Supe! Old Time Radio's “Adventures of Superman” featuring Superman and the Dynamic Duo! Stuck inside a crippling bureaucratic nightmare trying to get cash for Perry White, who along with Lois Lane is waiting at 407 Clover Street, Clark Kent learns that there's no phone at that address! Kent sets off to figure out what's going on, but is he stepping into a trap? Plus, in today's Important Message, the excitement is building about collecting lids of Bat-Supe! What's it all about? Keep listening to find out! Part 2 of “The Story of the Century” was originally broadcast on April 2, 1946!

Season 3 Episode 782 Batman Hush Part 2: Sean and Jim step back to 2002 to take an in-depth look at Batman Hush. We go cover to cover on issues 611-613. The road to 800 episodes begins here as we look to wrap up the second half of 2025 by getting back to our roots! Sean is a cohost on “Is it Jaws?” Check it out here : https://twotruefreaks.com/podcast/qt-series/is-it-jaws-movie-reviews/ Upcoming: Aquaman, Green Arrow, Green Lantern, Batman (Matt Fraction), Hush II, The Flash, Longest Halloween, Death of Ferro Lad, Wonder Woman, JSA, Justice League, DC/Marvel Crossover and upcoming DC events, and much more. 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.   4:10 Hush Part 2 2:13:04 Closing We'll be back in a week with more content.  Check our website, Twitter and our Facebook group for regular updates.