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In this special crossover episode of Men of Steel, we kick off a two-part team-up with the Long Live the Legion podcast! We're diving into “Foundations,” the early 2000s arc from The Legion—with special guests Jim and Jay from LLtL and the artist of the arc himself, Chris Batista! Together, we explore Superman's legacy in the 31st century, the evolving identity of the Legion, and what it was like illustrating this future-forward storyline. Part 2 continues on Long Live the Legion—don't miss it! Overview Case Aiken introduces crossover episode, featuring Jmike Folson, Jim Fetters, Jay McKiernan, and Chris Batista discussing the Legion of Superheroes 'Foundations' arc, celebrating its 45th anniversary. The plot centers on Darkseid snatching people from time to harness dark matter, with the Legion uncovering Superboy during the investigation. DNA (Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning) established as the core writing team; their earlier success with Marvel's cosmic stories enhances credibility. Chris Batista expresses concern over technology portrayal, advocating for a more advanced depiction of the Legion compared to Justice League. The Legion World headquarters is praised for its futuristic elements like replicated home worlds and teleportation gates. Despite rising sales and positive fan response, the series faced cancellation, causing frustration as issue 25 became the second-best selling of the series with a 25% readership increase. Character designs for the Servants of Darkness were mostly created by Chris Batista, with a conscious effort to maintain Kirby's aesthetic. Superboy's dual role as both Legion member and connection to Titans was anticipated, reflecting long-time fan expectations for character involvement. Kid Quantum is recognized as the first female leader of color in the Legion, showcasing character dynamics and development alongside Cosmic Boy. The evolution of Superboy's design aimed to match Teen Titans appearances, highlighting editorial influence on character aesthetics. Notes ️ Podcast Introduction and Setup (00:00 - 02:09) Case Aiken introduces the Men of Steel podcast crossover episode with Long Live the Legion podcast, featuring co-host Jmike Folson and guests Jim Fetters, Jay McKiernan, and artist Chris Batista. Discussion focuses on Legion of Superheroes 'Foundations' arc, specifically issue 25 which serves as both story continuation and 45th anniversary celebration. Chris Batista reveals behind-the-scenes details about working as lead artist on the arc, noting DC doesn't produce this Legion continuity anymore so he can speak freely. Story Overview and Context (02:09 - 09:54) Jmike Folson summarizes the Foundations plot: people being snatched from time by Darkseid to steal dark matter for restarting Apokolips, with Legion discovering Superboy during investigation of warp phantoms. DNA (Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning) established as the writing team, with connections drawn to their later successful Marvel cosmic work including Guardians of the Galaxy. Legion Lost miniseries and Legion Worlds established crucial backstory, with 25 issues of world-building leading to this commemorative arc. ️ Technology and World-Building Discussion (09:54 - 16:05) Chris Batista expresses frustration with Paul Levitz rejecting advanced technology concepts for Legion, arguing they should appear far more advanced than Justice League. Legion World headquarters praised as major advancement - a planet with replicated home worlds and teleportation gates, making Legion feel appropriately futuristic. Discussion of how DNA run embraced technological advancement while previous runs kept Legion at similar tech level to 20th century heroes. Character Design and Development (01:01:03 - 01:24:10) Chris reveals Servants of Darkness designs were largely his creation except for Orion, with specific mentions of including Firestorm, White Martian, Lobo, Green Lantern, and Big Barda. Orion design intentionally modeled after Destroyer from Thor, maintaining Kirby aesthetic while creating intimidating servant appearance. Invisible Kid and Brainiac 5 romantic moment revealed as editor Steve Wacker's spontaneous addition 'just to mess with fans' - became lasting fan discussion point. Publishing History and Cancellation (01:24:16 - 01:59:06) Series cancellation explained as sudden higher-up decision despite rising sales and positive fan response to Superboy addition. Issue 25 was second-best selling of entire series with 25% increase in readership, making cancellation timing particularly frustrating. Original plans included Superboy remaining in both Legion and Titans simultaneously, with extensive story arcs planned for Element Lad return and Lightning Lad separation. Artist Collaboration and Creative Process (20:40 - 01:19:06) Chris describes working relationship with DNA as collaborative, with writers trusting him to design new characters like Legion cadets and including Easter eggs like Kent Shakespeare and Polar Boy. Multiple pencillers used for issue 25 to handle commemorative scope, with each artist assigned specific character groups to avoid overlap. Coloring technology evolution discussed, with modern computer coloring providing more tools but potentially reducing creative necessity of older 64-color process limitations. ⏳ Superman Connection and Time Travel Elements (34:02 - 01:54:06) Clark Kent and 90s Superboy both featured as characters pulled from time, with Clark becoming servant of darkness while Superboy joins Legion. Superboy wears classic costume with Legion belt buckle addition, fulfilling long-time fan expectations while serving story purposes. Time dilation plot involves universe getting smaller and past being erased, though hosts acknowledge the temporal mechanics don't fully make sense. Character Relationships and Dynamics (46:03 - 01:30:24) Mech (Lightning Lord) rehabilitation storyline discussed as more complex than typical villain treatment, showing struggle between evil nature and love for siblings. Kid Quantum established as Legion's first female leader of color, with organic romantic relationship with Cosmic Boy developing throughout arc. Livewire/Element Lad fusion creates extremely powerful character combining lightning abilities with matter transmutation in crystalline body. Technical and Production Details (01:36:23 - 01:51:38) Secret Files issue placement in continuity questioned due to timeline inconsistencies with main story events. Chris notes Superboy's physical design evolution throughout arc as editorial mandated size increases to match Teen Titans appearance. Force field technology and advanced Legion equipment discussed as properly futuristic elements that should distinguish team from contemporary heroes.
In this episode we spoke with Ted Savas (Managing Director) of Savas and Beatie (https://www.savasbeatie.com/). Ted spoke to us today regarding what it takes to pitch a idea regarding a history subject matter.
FX is debuting a new series created by Ryan Murphy — called Feud: Capote and the Swans -- regarding writer Truman Capote's relationship with several famed New York society women. And it's such a New York story that listeners have asked if we're going to record a tie-in show to that series. Well, here it is! Capote -- who was born 100 years ago this year -- and the "swans" are part of the pivotal cast of this podcast, the story of one of the most exclusive parties ever held in New York. Tom and Greg recorded this show back in November of 2016 but, likely, most of you haven't heard this one.Truman was a true New York character, a Southern boy who wielded his immense writing talents to secure a place within Manhattan high society. Elegant, witty, compact, gay — Capote was a fixture of swanky nightclubs and arm candy to wealthy, well-connected women.One project would entirely change his life — the completion of the classic In Cold Blood, a ‘non-fiction novel' about a horrible murder in Kansas. Retreating from his many years of research, Truman decided to throw a party.But this wasn't ANY party. This soiree — a masquerade ball at the Plaza Hotel — would have the greatest assemblage of famous folks ever gathered for something so entirely frivolous. An invite to the ball was the true golden ticket, coveted by every celebrity and social climber in America.FEATURING: Harper Lee, Lauren Bacall, Leonard Bernstein, Frank Sinatra, Robert Frost, Lillian Hellman, Halston, Katherine Graham and a cast of thousands (well, or just 540)Visit our website for fabulous pictures of this star-studded affairOTHER RECOMMENDED LISTENING:The History of the Plaza HotelThe Beatles Invade New YorkLeonard Bernstein's New York, New YorkAt Home With Lauren Bacall
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In this episode, Karthik speaks with veteran publisher Sridhar Balan about his book 'Off the shelf - on the book, book people and places' (Speaking Tiger, 2019). They discuss some of the most interesting stories from Sridhar's journey of publishing - which takes them to great books, authors, and interesting incidents. In the process, they discuss some of the idiosyncrasies of the business in the 80s and how publishing itself has evolved in India over the last many decades. Their discussion takes them through many anecdotes involving authors like Vikram Seth, Ruskin Bond, Salim Ali, and Jim Corbett.Tweet to Karthik Nagarajan (@The_Karthik): https://twitter.com/The_Karthik and follow his WordPress handle here (filterkoffee.com).You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.You can check out our website at http://www.ivmpodcasts.com
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Valerie and Angela give each other writing prompts and the results are- let's just say entertaining.
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Edge of the Web - An SEO Podcast for Today's Digital Marketer
In this two-part interview, Roger Montti of Search Engine Journal talks about how last year’s pandemic affected SEOs who want to see each other and learn from one another. He and Erin Sparks talk about how new SEOs can’t be afraid to be challenged, Montti’s perspective on CWV and discuss that Wix & Wordpress spat. [00:04:24] Roger’s Publishing History [00:07:03] The Effect The Loss Of Conventions Have Had On The Seo Community. [00:13:08] Don’t Be Afraid To Be Challenged [00:14:19] Core Web Vitals, Roger’s Take. [00:24:57] Wix and Wordpress Slap Fest
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Ruth Panofsky is Professor of English at Ryerson University in Toronto. She is a leading scholar of the history of publishing and authorship in Canada and Canadian Jewish literature, an award-winning poet and a Fellow of the Royal Society. We met via Zoom to discuss her most recent book Toronto Trailblazers: Women in Canadian Publishing (2019, U of T Press) which explores the influence of seven women who helped advance a modern literary culture in Canada. "Publisher Irene Clarke, scholarly editors Eleanor Harman and Francess Halpenny, trade editors Sybil Hutchinson, Claire Pratt, and Anna Porter, and literary agent Bella Pomer made the most of their vocational prospects, first by securing their respective positions and then by refining their professional methods. Individually, each woman asserted her agency by adapting orthodox ways of working within Canadian publishing. Collectively, their overarching approach emerged as a feminist practice. Through their vision and method these trailblazing women disrupted the dominant masculine paradigm and helped transform publishing practice in Canada." We talk about writing these women back into the history of Canadian publishing, and end off with a look at the challenges that face Canada's current book publishing industry.
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We welcome Phil Holden to the podcast to talk about the early publishing of history of Ulysses. Phil is a collector of early Ulysses editions, so he shares his collection while telling the arduous tale of getting a book like Ulysses published in the first place, the role played by Sylvia Beach and Shakespeare and Company in publishing Ulysses, concerns about obscenity, pirate editions of Ulysses, books as art objects, the complications caused by Joyce’s early manuscripts, and who should play James Joyce in a movie version of this epic tale! This episode has a strong visual component, so consider watching the video version available below and on our YouTube channel.Sweny's Patreon helps keep this marvelous Dublin landmark alive. Please subscribe!Social Media:Facebook|TwitterSubscribe to Blooms & Barnacles:iTunes| Google Play Music| StitcherMedia Mentioned in This Episode:The Most Dangerous Book - Kevin BirminghamJim Norton audio book of Ulysses“The Scandal of Ulysses” - John Kidd
The Artist APPEALS: The 7 Step System to Make Money with Your Art
This week Paula Chamlee joins Erin Sparler to discuss many insides on photography art and publishing. Erin first saw Paula's art over 15 years ago and was astonished by the beauty and advice. Paula is known as a fine art photographer with some very luxurious work. Paula teaches and lectures all over the world. Lectured all over the world, she recently just got back from doing a workshop in China. Her beautiful and luxurious photography have been placed in over 40 museums in the United States! Not only does she produce such amazing photography, but she has written books on her photographs. It doesn't stop there; she has even created a publishing company of her own. Paula dives into many tips and tricks that contribute to the success of artists, as well as the business of art. She shares how making pure relationships are a necessity, the important of attending workshops, keeping up with digital media, connecting and much more. Paula has a widespread of experience in both the art and business world that will help drive to success! In this episode you'll hear: [2:00] Amateur VS. Professional Photographers [3:05] Paula Photographs and Publishing History [6:30] How the Couple Networked Start Up Funds [8:38] Real Relationships are the Gold Mind [10:50] Managing with Digital Media [12:19] Paula's Teaching Compound and Studios [14:19] Artwork VS. Product [15:14] Artwork Informs Product, Product Supports Artwork [17:00] Publishing Supports Work [19:20] Books Educates Body of Work and How Paula Educates & Communicates [21:10] How Events and Expos Aids & Educates [25:18] Obtaining Perfection with Presentation and How it Varies [29:50] What Curators Prefer [31:00] Archival Pigment [35:13] What Describes Fine Artwork [38:15] All About Editing and Broadness [41:00] Informative Stories Enhance Art [44:20] Let Project Lead, but be Aware… Evade Control, Discover Opportunities [49:00] Paula Recommends Mary Virginia Swanson [51:22] Keeping Up by Chronological Cataloging & Contracts [58:15] Improving Impressions [1:01:03] Gratification and Digging Deeper is Success [1:06:50] Leaning into The Vision Links Mentioned: Lodima Press – Old Fashion Developer Arts of Our Time – Paula's Nonprofit Organization MailChimp – Domain Website Paris Photo – Expo Books Mentioned: San Francisco: Twenty Corner Markets and One in the Middle of the Block – Paula Chamlee High Plains Farms - Paula Chamlee Ninth Street Women- Mary Gabriel People Mentioned: Paula Chamlee Michael Chamlee Edward Western Ann Ray Mary Virginia Swanson Erin's Links: LinkedIn Twitter Website EyeConnects Crafts The Artist Appeals Podcast
Today we're joined by Robert M. Sarwark, Visiting Fellow in Publishing History at Harvard University's Houghton Library, to talk about librarianship and his research into the history of the book during the time of the Reformation and Counter-Reformation. You can find him on Twitter as @RaMerrix. © 2019 Brian M. Watson
If you’ll indulge me, I’m going to borrow the idea of eras from science. These eras are independent of genre as genres are closely tied to the human condition at the time rather than the technology to produce story. I expect that the eras will continue to change faster as we speed toward the Singularity. I offer free a poster of how the seminal work of a new scifi-genre maps into an era.
AmLit Readers: American Literature, Culture, and History Podcast
Ep. 1 of 7 on Harriet Beecher Stowe’s Uncle Tom’s Cabin and Harriet Jacobs’s Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl. Consider the phenomenal – century-long – success of Uncle Tom’s Cabin and the lore surrounding its hold on the American imagination in the lead up to the Civil War. See also Publishing History of Uncle Tom's Cabin and Mightier than the Sword. Join us on Goodreads goo.gl/T7Waw1. Contact @profomalley
Profs Susheila Nasta and Mark Stein speak about the genesis of their new Cambridge History project, Dr Gail Low discusses the networks and institutions of Caribbean-British writing. Dr Henghameh Saroukhani considers the literary importance of Linton Kwesi Johnson's dub poetry, and Dr Florian Stadtler looks at recent Asian-British cinema.
Profs Susheila Nasta and Mark Stein speak about the genesis of their new Cambridge History project, Dr Gail Low discusses the networks and institutions of Caribbean-British writing. Dr Henghameh Saroukhani considers the literary importance of Linton Kwesi Johnson’s dub poetry, and Dr Florian Stadtler looks at recent Asian-British cinema.
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