Podcasts about Silver age

Aquaman issue one was not the first appearance of Aquaman. Aquaman had a limited run in the Golden Age, but this was his debut in the Silver Age of comics and his first ever solo title. A multi-part story featuring Aquaman, Aqualad, and others against some Fire Troll. Join me for the second episode of First! covering first issues, first episodes, first appearances, and more! Now, let's go talk to the fishes for a minute.

It's my version of the mailbag page at the back of old comic books. In this on-camera AMA with my Patreon supporters and live chat audience, we dug into every corner of geek and sports culture:Boxing: The big focus was on the much-anticipated Canelo vs. Crawford bout, with breakdowns of styles, stakes, and legacy.Comics: We spanned the decades — from the Silver Age of the 1960s through today's modern runs, talking creators, characters, and the shifts in storytelling across generations.Television: Plenty of love for sci-fi and genre TV — Star Trek, Babylon 5, classic reruns, and today's wave of streaming shows.Film: We reflected on the passing of the legendary Robert Redford, looked ahead at some of the biggest upcoming releases, and revisited the old-school geek movies that set the stage for today's pop culture landscape.It was a lively back-and-forth with fans driving the discussion, mixing history, commentary, and plenty of fun tangents — the perfect example of what happens when the Word Balloon community gets together to talk shop.

Anne and Dallas sit down to discuss Justice League of America: The Silver Age Omnibus 1

Join your host and my special guest Smarty Art Brother Channing Sherman as we dive into the colorful world of comic book romance! In this episode of Fave Five From Fans, we're counting down our favorite five comic book crushes - those illustrated heartthrobs and heroines who made our hearts skip a beat across the pages of our favorite four-color adventures.From classic Silver Age icons to modern graphic novel stars, we'll explore what makes these fictional characters so irresistibly appealing. Whether it's the brooding mystery of a caped crusader, the fierce independence of a super-powered heroine, or the charming wit of a wisecracking anti-hero, comic books have given us some truly swoon-worthy characters over the decades.Channing brings his artistic expertise to the discussion as we analyze not just who made our lists, but why - diving into the art styles, character development, and storytelling that transformed ink and paper into lasting romantic fantasies. Expect passionate debates, surprising picks, and maybe a few blush-worthy confessions as we reveal our ultimate comic book crushes.Grab your favorite issue and settle in for a fun conversation about love in the world of comics - you might just discover your next fictional flame!Find out more about Channing by visiting these related links:The Smarty Art Brother Podcast (on a break but coming back soon)The DragonCon Report (A podcast I co-host)Black Geeks of DragonCon (Group I co founded)For all my socials: https://channingsherman.com/linksLinks can be found on our profile page and at www.linktr.ee/hulkboy. Visit & interact on Instagram (www.instagram.com/favefivefromfans), Twitter/X (www.X.com/Fave5FromFans), Facebook (www.facebook.com/FaveFiveFromFans), & our website (www.FaveFiveFromFans.com). Also, check out Plastic Microphone Studios' X & Instagram accounts ( @PMStudiosPod ) for more content from The Average Home Theater Reviews, Red Dog Terrain, Sequel House, and more! #FaveFiveFromFans #FFFF #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #Psylock #LyndaCarter #WonderWoman #HarleyQuinn #LadySif #BarabraGordon #Batgirl #JessicaDrew #SpiderWoman #BigBarda # MarshaRosenberg #Volcanna #SnowWhite #CarolDanvers #MsMarvel #Storm #BobbiMorse #Mockingbird #LadyJaye #JenniferMorgan

Lucas is back from Mexican Nationals. Can he speak fluent Spanish yet? Has John Michael figured out Scott's whereabouts? What will people event think about playing for Silver Age? I guess you'll have to listen and find out. Find Critical Clix on Facebook and Ask to Join Our Group. Also Check out CriticalClix.com

While we often look to the past for an example of a better world, our counterparts living in the ancient world did the same, viewing even their time as a fallen one, ruled by greed. Greek and Roman authors such as Hesiod and Ovid detailed the decay of the world from original perfection in the myth of the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages, and the philosophy of Plato, in his Statesman dialogue, leans upon the myth of the ages in its metaphysics. If we seek to understand the myth of the ages through mythology and philosophy, we find practical advice for hopeful living in our own lives, even in a world that feels fallen and broken.Mythos & Logos are two ancient words that can be roughly translated as “Story & Meaning.”Support the channel by subscribing, liking, and commenting to join the conversation!Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mythosandlogos00:00 Introduction00:12 Roman Mosaic Depicting Anaximander with Sundial00:20 Hesiod's Works and Days from Biblioteca Marciana00:55 The Creation by James Tissot01:16 The First Transformation01:32 Ovid's Metamorphoses from the European Library of Information and Culture02:00 Ovid, Metamorphoses, Book I03:13 Booroobin Sunshine Coast Australia by Jordan Condon, licensed under Creative Commons03:31 Star Map by Elizabeth Shurtleff03:40 The Golden Age04:01 The Golden Age by Lucas Cranach the Elder04:15 The Golden Age by Frans Francken the Younger et. al.04:26 Spring by Jean-Jacques Le Veau after Charles Dominique Joseph Eisen04:50 Funerary Stele of Demokleides, photographed by Furius, licensed under Creative Commons04:54 Hesiod, Works and Days05:11 Nothing Gold Can Stay05:15 Titan Struck by Lightning by François Dumont05:36 Winter by Jean-Jacques Le Veau after Charles Dominique Joseph Eisen05:50 Agricultural Calendar by Master of the Geneva Boccaccio08:58 Title Page to 1539 Edition of Hesiod's Works and Days06:20 The Souls of Acheron by Adolf Hirémy-Hirschl06:34 Achilles' Sacrifice of Trojan Prisoners from the François Tomb07:09 The Iron Age by Jan Collaert II et. al.07:22 The Iron Age by Jean-Jacques Le Veau after Charles Dominique Joseph Eisen07:32 The Age of Iron by Paolo Fiammingo07:40 Illustration from Griffith's Guide to the Iron Trade of Great Britain07:59 The Close of the Silver Age by Lucas Cranach the Elder08:19 Justice by Raphael08:26 Truth at the Bottom of a Well by Jean-Léon Gérome09:06 The Changing Ages09:16 Two Young Men Hunting a Deer by the Dokimasia Painter09:26 Artemis Kaurotrophos from Archaeological Museum of Brauron09:40 Page of the Codex Oxoniensis Clarkianus 39, Dialogue Politikos10:16 Saturnus by Jan Van Vianen10:28 Jupiter on his Eagle Enthroned in the Clouds by Stradanus10:55 The Age of Bronze by Paolo Fiammingo11:42 The Course of Empire by Thomas Cole12:18 The Golden Age by Hendrick van der Borcht the Elder12:36 The Stars Above12:58 The Golden Age by Abraham Bloemaert13:22 The Age of Gold by Jacopo Zucchi13:38 Booroobin Sunshine Coast Australia photographed by Jordan Condon, licensed under Creative Commons13:55 Astronomy Amateur by Halfblue, licensed under Creative Commons14:29 The Age of Gold by José Manuel Félix Magdalena, licensed under Creative CommonsAll works of art are in the public domain unless otherwise noted.Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.

The debut of the new First! podcast series. This series takes a look back at first issues, first appearances, and pop culture firsts contained in comic books. We will be looking at comics from the Golden Age, Silver Age, Bronze Age, and Modern Age of comics. Today we look back to one of the earliest patriotic heroes and the most successful of them all- Captain America! Today, Captain America has multiple movie appearances including in the successful Marvel Avengers franchise, but all started out in 1941 with Captain America punching a certain real life historical bad guy right in the face!

Roman, Jeff, and Django aren't ready to retire, but they are ready to rumble! First up we explore some Silver Age-y goodness, before touching on Bronze Age carnage, and finally the modern day twist on everything. We even have another Deniz Camp book! Just hit play, friends.0:02:40 - Roman's Brief Non-Spoiler Fantastic Four: First Steps thoughts0:04:20 - Well Welcome Wellmer!0:10:16 - Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #10:22:39 - Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #10:29:43 - Fantastic Four #20:36:41 - Batman: Dark Patterns #90:44:24 - Captain Planet #30:46:44 - The Ultimates #150:52:49 - Transformers #230:56:50 - Spider-Man & Wolverine #41:01:00 - The Avengers in the Veracity Trap!SPOILERS! Tread carefully dear listener, because we're going to talk about what happened in these books. So definitely pause this, read your comics, and come back. We'll still be here!And an enormous thank you, as always, to Andrew Carlson for editing this mess into something listenable.Subscribe to us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you like to get your podcasts.Email us at jeff@thecomicsplace.com! We love hearing from you and there's a good chance we will read it on air!Cover art by Juan FerreyraVisit us at The Comics Place next time you're in Bellingham, Washington!

This week Cian and Darragh pit DC and Marvel's biggest 2025 releases against each other with Superman and Fantastic Four. Darragh explains why he “passionately hates Superman” and why the character only works when his humanity is tested rather than his powers. The hosts explore what makes for a good Superman story from All-Star Superman to Red Son and critique why most movie versions miss the point. On the Marvel side they celebrate the Fantastic Four's legacy as the comic that launched the Silver Age praise Jack Kirby's influence and spotlight Doctor Doom as one of the greatest villains ever created. They discuss how the team's real strength lies in their scientific minds and cosmic problem solving rather than monster brawls. The episode wraps with a question for listeners: which film will have the bigger impact and can either franchise find its lasting spark?

Forth time’s a charm? The Fantastic Four are back on the big screen and they’re better than ever! We’re off to the lovely universe of Earth-828. A place just brimming with Silver Age charm where you’ll find Moleman, intelligent super-apes, our family of heroes and a hungry Galactus. Pop this episode into your face-tape-player and join us for a cosmic ride full of heart. Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy English.

Forth time’s a charm? The Fantastic Four are back on the big screen and they’re better than ever! We’re off to the lovely universe of Earth-828. A place just brimming with Silver Age charm where you’ll find Moleman, intelligent super-apes, our family of heroes and a hungry Galactus. Pop this episode into your face-tape-player and join us for a cosmic ride full of heart. Dan Moren, John Moltz and Guy English.

This week on Bronze and Modern Gods, we've got:Hot Book of the Week – West Coast Avengers #35 is on fire after Robert Downey Jr. posts it front and center! 25 Year Rule – The Sentry #1 (2000) — Marvel's “lost” Silver Age hero who never was! We revisit Paul Jenkins & Jae Lee's masterpiece and the epic marketing stunt behind it.Underrated Books of the Week – From the ultra-violent Bodycount #1 to the overlooked Captain America #247, we dig into the hidden gems you might be sleeping on.

We introduce our new player, THE COSMIC BAT GOD, GREAT MONSTROUS DRAGON OF THE DARK MULTIVERSE, DEVOURER OF DYING REALITIES, AND ARCHITECT OF COSMIC NIGHTMARES aka Barbatos. Our newest giga level multiversal threat. I'll cover a bit of the dark multiverse also just to give you a full picture.Listen to this on vexcomics.com to send me messages

The Oner where Dave got excited about War of the Worlds! Signal of Doom was voted #13 in the Top 100 Comic Book Podcasts on Feedspot! Check it OUT! https://podcast.feedspot.com/comic_podcasts Please support the show on Patreon! Every dollar helps the show! https://www.patreon.com/SignalofDoom Follow us on Twitter: @signalofdoom Dredd or Dead: @OrDredd Legion Outpost: @legionoutpost Follow Dave on X: @redlantern2051

The multiverse is fully unveiled, to us, our heroes, and all the greater cosmic beings leading to some zany hijinks. Music provided by TheRelaxedMovement.Listen to this on vexcomics.com to send me messages

LVB 440 Un/a bilobero/a contempla y hace. ¡Saludos, biloberos y biloberas! ➡️Estamos en la sección de Estilo de Vida Todo el mundo habla de ANTIAGING pero en este episodio hablamos del concepto SLOW-AGING. Seamos conscientes de que el envejecimiento no es solo una cuestión de imagen sino de funcionamiento óptimo del cuerpo. Cuanto antes empecemos a cuidarnos, mejor. En todos los sentidos. Hoy te damos unos datos y seguiremos hablando de esto se te parece. He estado toda la semana como parte del consejo científico de un congreso sobre cuidado de la Silver Age, edad de plata. Más allá de los 50 las cosas cambian de forma importante. Nos confiamos mucho… Lo que hagamos por nosotros/as y cuanto antes lo hagamos, mayor beneficio nos dará en la edad avanzada. En el programa mencionamos consejos, sustancias y productos que nos pueden ayudar como Transferine, Colflex, C Advanced**… aportan nutrientes como hongos multinutricionales, plantas especiales, colágeno de asimilación y de 2 tipos, antioxidantes, ácido hialurónico, antiinflamatorios naturales… ** Los productos complementos nutricionales están en www.biloba.es/tienda Si tienes alguna duda o pregunta, escríbenos. Tienes info y packs especiales en la web www.biloba.es ¿Te ha servido? Apóyanos con un Like, Suscripción y Difusión Síguenos en redes: Instagram: @nurialoriteayan | @lavidabiloba YouTube: www.youtube.com/nurialoriteayan Encuentra La Vida Biloba en las principales plataformas desde www.lavidabiloba.com LA VIDA BILOBA SE REALIZA GRACIAS A A ti, por compartir y apoyar en www.paypal.me/lavidabiloba ‍⚕️ Master Life: Suplementos para tu bienestar integral. Biloba: Formación, consultas y productos naturales. Biloba Ediciones: Te ayudamos con tu texto de salud y bienestar. Contamos con consultas gratuitas y programas de formación. ¡Contáctanos! ✨ ¡A vuestra salud y alegría, biloberas! Deja tu comentario Dra. Nuria Lorite-Ayán Directora y Presentadora | www.lavidabiloba.com | WhatsApp: +34 622 56 56 07 Información adicional: Ingredientes y complementos en www.biloba.es/tienda Slow-Aging: https://biloba.es/anti-aging/ (Los consejos son informativos y no sustituyen la consulta con un profesional de la salud)

Episode 347.   James B and Eddie talk about hot dogs and video games in Spider-Man comics as the conclusion for the clone saga draws closer. Flash Thompson meets Ben Reilly.  Kaine re-appears.   Peter fights a Silver Age villian. Ben Reilly gets ANOTHER love interest. Sponsored by BOB Security Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by Eddie and James B and Karen Page.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Martin Gray (Too Dangerous... Review Blog) make good on a longtime podcast promise and deliver justice at last for Pete Ross — the oft-neglected (at best) childhood best friend of one Clark Kent. Since his Silver Age debut, Pete has served many roles: noble, silent protector of Clark's secret; off-panel victim of Toyman & Prankster; husband to Lana & father to Clark Peter Ross; Vice President of the United States alongside Lex Luthor; and more. With few exceptions, Pete's value as a character has rarely been met by the stories that feature him, and the time has come to speak up for Pete and the place he deserves to occupy in the Superman mythology.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. 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:Hang On To Your Shorts Film FestivalSingle Bound PodcastCaline: A Vlada Tale of the DamnedAw Yeah ComicsThis Podcast Will Never DieAlways Hold On To SmallvilleFat Moose Comics

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

Canon and continuity is always a confusing thing especially when you deal with comic book dorks. Lets figure out what it is, and what IS canon to DC comics in todays episode and how and why we got there.Music provided by TheRelaxedMovement.Check it out here: / therelaxedmovement© Henry Keate t/a TheRelaxedMovement. All Rights ReservedListen to this on vexcomics.com to send me messages

Primera lectura de Marvel.Primera lectura de Silver Age.Primera lectura de Cuatro Fantásticos.Primera reacción a Kirby.Comic Code, homoerotismo y llanto al micrófono.Próxima lectura: -Fantastic Four: Full Circle de Alex Ross⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Ian Gutierrez - Gus Casals#IanleeCrisisNos pueden invitar un Cafecito a Ian y Gus y ayudarnos con el tiempo y el esfuerzo de hacer todos estos videos. Gracias! https://cafecito.app/gusian Si están fuera de Argentina y quieren colaborar, lo pueden hacer por PayPal https://paypal.me/GustavoCasals?locale.x=es_XC

The Film Board Gathers! And this time… it's for Superman. Yes, again. James Gunn has rebooted the Big Blue Boy Scout for the 37th time (give or take), and this version comes with a sunnier tone, a superpowered dog, and—brace yourself—feelings. Actual feelings.David Corenswet slips into the tights with impressive sincerity, Rachel Brosnahan delivers the Lois Lane we didn't know we desperately needed, and Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor is basically what would happen if Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk had a baby, and that baby grew up to weaponize STEM fairs and jealousy. It's weird. It's bright. It's shockingly heartfelt. And yes, there's a kaiju fight.Pete Wright, Kyle Olson, Rob Kubasko, Ocean Murff, and Tommy Metz III tackle it all—like the ethics of punching countries, the physics of pocket universes, and the sheer audacity of making Jimmy Olsen a ladies' man. One of them cried, one of them gave it five stars, and one of them may never emotionally recover from the Siberian super-gulag.Also discussed: Silver Age comic book weirdness, the trauma of seeing Superman bleed, why Supergirl is a lush, and whether this movie actually pulled off the impossible—making DC fun again without being a total mess.Links & Notes

This week on Bros, Foes & Heroes, we jump into Part 3 of our All-Star Superman deep dive, covering issues 7–9 — and things get wonderfully weird. We talk Bizarro world (and the lonely genius ZiBarro), Superman's DIY rocket escape, bizarre Justice League knock-offs, and what happens when two other Kryptonians show up and decide Earth needs a new management team (spoiler: it doesn't go well). Along the way, we get sidetracked on everything from the Superman movie's perfect “golly” moments to popcorn salt overload, James Gunn's Peacemaker, the future of DC movies, and the tragic downfall of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson in our hearts. It's part myth, part Silver Age fever dream, part love letter to Superman — and all chaotic fun. Tune in as we build toward the final chapters of this classic run and gear up for the big Superman movie talk coming Wednesday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's finally here — we're starting our deep dive into one of the greatest Superman stories ever: All-Star Superman by Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely. In this first part, we cover Issues #1–3, where Superman receives a death sentence after flying too close to the sun, reveals his secret to Lois (with a birthday twist), and faces a time-traveling Samson and Atlas who show up to hit on his girlfriend. Yes… really. We dig into: Morrison's love letter to Silver Age weirdness and big sci-fi ideas Superman's final acts of kindness and ultimate humanity Why this series still influences Superman stories (and movies) today It's heartfelt, weird, epic, and beautiful — everything Superman should be. All-Star Superman Issues 1–3 (2005–2006, DC Comics) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before he was the genius billionaire bald villain we all love to hate, Lex Luthor was just a red-headed teen with a science lab... and a serious Superboy obsession. This week on World's Finest Wednesday, we go back to Adventure Comics Issue 271 — the 1960 Silver Age classic where Lex Luthor and Superboy start as best friends (yes, really), build science labs together, and then watch it all fall apart in the most petty, tragic way possible: Lex loses his hair and immediately vows eternal revenge. Adventure Comics Issue 271 (DC Comics, 1960) Superboy: "How Luthor Met Superboy!" Writer: Jerry Siegel Penciler: Al Plastino Inker: Al Plastino Editor: Mort Weisinger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are traveling to Earth-383, a so-called Negative Earth first featured in Adventure Comics #383 (1969), where Supergirl seemingly perishes in an explosion and attends her own funeral—joined by the spirits of Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, and other ghostly figures! This Bronze Age tale was recently revisited in Back Issue #159 as part of a 40th anniversary retrospective on Crisis on Infinite Earths.Episode #163: What if Supergirl was dead and able to be amongst other dead people like Joan of Arc and Abraham Lincoln? from DC Comics Adventure Comics #383Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchersWe're diving into the ethereal and existential! We begin with Supergirl's strange funeral in the Silver Age story Please Stop My Funeral! before rewinding to the surprising proto-Supergirl tales from the ‘40s and ‘50s. Then we haunt the haunted halls of Kara Zor-El's multiversal history and her celestial cinematic debut in the 1984 Supergirl movie. Along the way, we explore ghost stories, alternate deaths, and historical cameos in the DC Universe—then wrap with a look at how these odd tales ponder Supergirl's mythic potential.Reading / Watch List:Action Comics #252 (DC Comics, 1959) – Debut of Supergirl by Otto Binder & Al PlastinoAdventure Comics #383 (DC Comics, 1969) – “Please Stop My Funeral!” by Robert Kanigher & Win MortimerSupergirl: The Official Movie Adaptation (DC Comics, 1985) – Based on the 1984 filmSupergirl (film) (Tri-Star Pictures, 1984) – Directed by Jeannot Szwarc, starring Helen SlaterEmail: Podcast@DearWatchers.comFind us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchersTheme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0)★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode I continue my review of Broadway's Nostalgia Craze of the 1970s and beyond. Many of the musicals that emerged in the late 60s and very early 70s were also influenced by the incipient Nostalgia Craze, even if overall their shows were decidedly modern. HAIR, Jesus Christ Superstar, Godspell, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Applause  all included musical sequences that recalled the Vaudeville era and Silver Age of Broadway. So nostalgia was in the air, and then No, No, Nanette sent it into the stratosphere! And all of this was before the nostalgia craze expanded to include the 1950s. Almost exactly one year after the premiere of Nanette the musical Grease opened on Broadway. It became wildly popular and ran for eight years on Broadway passing Fiddler to become the longest running musical of all time until A Chorus Line passed it. And Grease's enormous success set into motion a 1950s wing of the nostalgia craze by inspiring both the movie American Grafiiti (1973) and the TV show Happy Days (1974). The success of Nanette led directly to a 1973 revival Irene, the smash hit musical that opened in 1919 and became the longest running musical of its day. And Grease led directly to Over Here !, the 1974 musical in which the director, choreographer and producers of Grease attempted to do for the 1940s, what their previous show had done for the 1950s. The two still living Andrews Sisters, Patty and Maxine, where enticed to star in Over Here!, and the Sherman Brothers, of Disney fame, provided a terrific set of brand new very authentic sounding Big Band era style songs for them to swing. Broadway's Nostalgia Craze continued with a hit 1975 revival of the Jerome Kern Princess Theater musical Very Good Eddie, then in 1979 both the 1928 Edie Cantor vehicle Whoopee! and the 1930's style classic Burlesque show, Sugar Babies.  It was inevitable that the movie 42nd Street itself would be transformed into a Broadway stage musical in 1980. That same season there was the Marx Brothers inspired revusical A Day In Hollywood A Night In The Ukraine. 1983 brought a hit revival of Rodgers & Hart's On Your Toes, and over the next decade there would be two Gershwin “revisals”, both of them so heavily reworked that they were given new titles: My One And Only in 1983, and Crazy For You in 1993. In between, came the Broadway debut of a 1937 London hit Me And My Girl in 1986. I would even include the 1980 blockbuster Annie in this category. Although it was, of course, an entirely new musical it certainly played on nostalgia for the comic strip and radio show Little Orphan Annie from the Depression Era, and smartly used that to echo the recession of the 1970's. Some people would say that the Nostalgia Craze never ended, at least as far as Broadway is concerned.  Although, revivals of popular musicals have been part of the Broadway mix throughout most of its 120+ year history, the success of No, No, Nanette and its successors created a pattern and expectation that in every season – there should be at least enough revivals to fill out a Tony Award “Best Revival” category. And you could say that the immense popularity of City Center's Encore Series is an extension of the Nostalgia Craze, as well. I for one hope that we will never tire of rediscovering and reinventing the great musicals of the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we're getting ready for the July 11 big-screen debut of Krypto the Super-Dog in James Gunn's Superman with a look at the Silver Age origins of Krypto and his fellow members of the Legion of Super-Pets, as collected in Tails of the Super-Pets, published by DC Comics! First, Superboy is reacquainted with his childhood pet and uses him to gaslight Lana Lang in “The Super-Dog From Krypton!” Then, Superbaby, the Toddler of Steel, butts heads with another denizen of his former homeworld in “The Super Monkey From Krypton!” Not to be outdone, Supergirl gets in on the act when she meets Streaky the Supercat in “Supergirl's Super Pet” before embarking on the absolutely bonkers origin of Comet in “The Super-Steed of Steel” and “The Secret Origin of Supergirl's Super-Horse!” Will Krypto's star turn usher in the SPCU – the Super-Pet Cinematic Universe? And are these Krypto bros ready for their close-up in that Amazing Zoo Crew known as … The Comics Canon? In This Episode: ·       The troubling male/female dynamic in Silver Age comics ·       We have to talk about Superbaby ·       Superman's questionable marketing tactics ·       Big Girls by Jason Howard ·       The Secret Life of Bat-Hound ·       Companion Join us in two weeks as we discuss JLA: Tower of Babel (JLA #43-46) by Mark Waid, Howard Porter and Steve Scott! Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

Aquaman puts together a crime-fighting squad of fish, birds, and one very busy seal in this absolutely unhinged Silver Age story from Adventure Comics Issue 264. This week on World's Finest Wednesday, Zach and Mike cover:

Hey there, zany ones! It's a new episode! Bill from the Bat-Pod is here, and he's brought a wacky Silver Age comic with him. It's a Batman and Hawkman team up, but there are some villainous types on the prowl and they've discovered our heroes secret identities! Can Batman and Hawkman not only stop these crooks but protect their secret identities as well? Only Bob Haney knows the answer! As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious or on the show's FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Bill on social media @thebat_pod and on any podcast app by searching for the Bat-Pod! Thanks for listening.

It's World's Finest Wednesday, and we're diving into the Silver Age origin of Metamorpho the Element Man. In The Brave and the Bold #57, you get: A millionaire who sends his daughter's boyfriend to Egypt just to get him cursed An ancient radioactive temple A guy who turns into living gas, stone, and whatever else the plot needs Zach and Mike break down the glorious nonsense of Rex Mason's origin and try to make sense of how he ended up as a hero. Learn a little about him before he shows up in the upcoming Superman movie. Listen on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your comic book chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clay Wood joins myself, Ethan, and Matty G on the podcast as we answer your questions and get you ready for Origins.

In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, we're digging into the latest updates from James Gunn's interview with Rolling Stone. From Superman's Silver Age inspiration to a more grounded Batman and the hunt for Wonder Woman's perfect story, we cover how Gunn is shaping the next era of the DC Universe. We also highlight his approach to storytelling, the role of Krypto, and why DC is taking a different path than Marvel.Timestamps and Topics:00:00 James Gunn prioritizes strong scripts before production00:19 Superman's tone inspired by All-Star Superman00:34 Krypto's role and James Gunn's personal connection00:46 Clark Kent's glasses: more than just a disguise01:12 Supergirl production finished, Gunn's involvement01:26 Batman is Gunn's toughest DCU character to tackle01:54 The Batman 2 is still happening, just taking time02:09 Batman's tone vs Superman's tone02:24 Wonder Woman's future and story development02:40 Final thoughts on the upcoming Superman filmKey Takeaways:James Gunn is putting writers and screenplays first before greenlighting production.Superman will be inspired by Silver Age comics, with a focus on heart and optimism.Krypto, Superman's dog, will appear and was inspired by Gunn's own pet.There will be an explanation for Clark Kent's disguise that goes beyond just glasses.Supergirl has finished principal photography; Gunn helped with the script.Batman is the hardest DCU character to adapt due to oversaturation.The Batman 2 (Matt Reeves' sequel) is still in development but moving slowly.Gunn promises the new Batman won't be campy or comedic.Wonder Woman is easier to adapt thanks to her untapped potential in live action.Gunn is excited for the upcoming Superman movie, which releases in a month.Quotes:“All DC projects must have completed and strong screenplays before they even enter into production.”“Krypto was the first thing he knew he wanted.”“Batman's his hardest nut to crack right now.”“Wonder Woman is far easier to adapt because there hasn't been enough representation for her.”Call to Action:If you enjoyed this breakdown of the future of the DCU, be sure to subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines. Leave a review, share the episode, and tell us who you want to see as the next Batman using #GeekFreaksPodcast.Links and Resources:For all the news discussed in this episode, visit GeekFreaksPodcast.comFollow Us:Instagram: @geekfreakspodcastFacebook: Geek Freaks PodcastThreads: @geekfreakspodcastTwitter: @geekfreakspodPatreon: Geek Freaks on PatreonListener Questions:Got a hot take on the DCU? Want to suggest the next Batman or Supergirl casting? Send us your thoughts for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.Apple Podcast Tags:DCU, James Gunn, Superman, Batman Brave and the Bold, Wonder Woman, Supergirl, DC Universe, Krypto, Comic Book Movies, DC Films, Rolling Stone interview, All-Star Superman, Silver Age Superman, DCU updates, Matt Reeves Batman, The Batman 2, superhero news, DC Studios

The FOMO is real this week as Superman Unlimited #1 – Fandango Exclusive Edition sells out instantly and hits $175+ on the secondary market! We break down why this limited DC comic is catching fire and what it means for comic/movie tie-ins going forward.Then it's time to Change Screens! as we dive into a Bronze Age brawl between Thor and Hercules from Giant-Size Thor — a mythic Marvel throwdown with lasting consequences!Plus, our Old Fart Rule pick takes us to Alpha Flight #19, where Talisman dons her costume for the first time and proves she's more than just Shaman's daughter — she's a mystic force to be reckoned with.Also on deck:

On this episode, we discuss a Swamp Thing story that we're surprised didn't qualify for our recently wrapped We're With the Banned miniseries on banned and challenged comics -- Rite of Spring from Saga of the Swamp Thing #34, as well as its sequel, Windfall from Saga of the Swamp Thing #43, by Alan Moore and various artists, published by DC Comics! First up, Abigail Cable finally professes her love for our sentient vegetable man. And in lieu of sexytimes, he offers her communion via a bite of one of the tubers growing on his body, sending her on a consciousness-altering trip that shows her the interconnectedness of all things. Next we meet Chester Williams, an affable hippie who finds one of Swamp Thing's discarded tubers in the bayou. Part of the yam finds its way to Sandy, a woman dying of cancer. Another part of it ends up with Chester's unpleasant acquaintance Milo, and … let's just say things don't work out very well for one of them. Like, does this mean Swampy and Abby are going out? Does the yam as a kind of cosmic litmus paper? Do kids today even know what litmus paper is? And are these two stories good enough to embark on that long, strange trip known as … The Comics Canon? In This Episode: ·       Curt's first experience with Rite of Spring ·       A little heads-up would be nice, Swampy ·       Kevin recounts an acid trip ·       We know what the ellipsis means … ·       The 1982 Swamp Thing movie ·       Have we mentioned our recent appearance on Marvel by the Month? ·       X-Men 97 ·       (We Could Be) Diving for Pearls from Swamp Thing #65 Join us in two weeks as we look ahead to the upcoming Superman movie by discussing (what else?) some stories about the super pets of the Silver Age! Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

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

Episode 264 – The Gauntlet nears complete Hosts – Daniel, Jason, and Special Guest Isaac A-B . In this EP we talk with Isaac about his recent Silver Age win and continue our look towards US Nats – Use Coupon Code CLIXEDOFF at Troll and Toad for 5% off all your Heroclix purchases. Howard and Lucky Dice Games are valued sponsors of Clixed Off. Take a look at Howard's store, Lucky Dice Games at – https://www.ebay.com/str/luckydicegamesllc Clixed Off is everywhere! Follow us on- www.clixedoff.com Facebook Clixed Off Facebook Discussion Group- Clixed Off Heroclix Podcast Discussion Group @ClixedOff on Twitter @clixedoff On Instagram SoundCloud- @ClixedOff Podbean- clixedoffpodcast.podbean.com/ Clixed Off YouTube channel- www.youtube.com/channel/UCMwLQGH6hJZL38gaYY0Yn4w Discord channel discord.gg/xxYdbxU Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Thanks to Patrons Alec Musser Allan Duer Andrew New Andrew Young Atlas Horn Brian Poling Chris Souther Coffee and Clix Dean Fergeson Dennis Ryan DennisDeVH Edison Lee Emmanuelle Olavarria Ethan Jacobs forrest7778 G Chiello HyperTime Jacob B Jason Hair Jay Major Joshuaparlin Kurt Thomas Michael Holt Miles Cain Nolan R Fidler Peter Marshfield Peter Melton Richard McClure SCOTT A CUNNINGHAM Shant Barsoumian Steven Bumbera The Bradcast Show Tony Cannavino

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Mike Sangregorio dig into the various incarnations of "Superman's Pal," Jimmy Olsen, across time and media — examining the evolution of Jimmy's characterization, backstory, and friendships with both Clark & Superman. They discuss his wild Silver Age transformations, the impact of Jack Larson's portrayal in the George Reeves TV series, the Henry James debacle on SMALLVILLE, hopes for James Gunn's SUPERMAN, and much more. PLUS! Anthony and Mike shine a spotlight on the superb 2019-2020 maxiseries WHO KILLED JIMMY OLSEN? by Matt Fraction and Steve Lieber, a cracking blend of Quentin Tarantino, Arrested Development, and the world of Superman.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. 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 PodcastAw Yeah ComicsHang On To Your Shorts Film FestivalAlways Hold On To SmallvilleFat Moose Comics

In this special episode, Peter and Eddie are joined with comic book royalty Larry Lieber, co-creator of iconic Marvel heroes like Iron Man, Thor, and Ant-Man, and former Marvel Spider-Man group editor Danny Fingeroth. The duo dives into Lieber's illustrious 75-year career, from his early days at Timely Comics to his long tenure illustrating The Amazing Spider-Man newspaper strip and his groundbreaking work at Marvel. They also explore Lieber's bold new venture, his debut prose novel Chirps, a departure from comics that showcases his storytelling versatility. Moderated by Fingeroth, who shares insights from his own Marvel journey and his work as a comics historian, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, reflections on the Silver Age of comics, and a celebration of Lieber's enduring legacy. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation with two titans of the industry!

It's another fully regrettable episode.  Wait, who writes this stuff??  It's actually a full and complete episode made entirely of Jay's Regrettable Segments, where he pulls a semi-obscure (depending on who's listening) superhero from the archives of Jon Morris's book, The League of Regrettable Superheroes, then tells the story after a brief “brought to you by” ad from Art the Announcer Guy.  Said (or sad) superheroes are then rated as Regrettable, Redeemable, or Not Regrettable (super original, right?)   In this segment of segments, The Silver Age closes out with Spyman, then the heroes enter the Bronze and/or Modern Age, depending on how you define it, with Adam-X the X-treme, Holo-Man, and The Outsiders (probably not the ones you're thinking about.)  And like the Super Bowl, even if the heroes are regrettable, this one's worth listening to just for the ads.  

A new show, a new week, more great content.Hosts Jason and Jesse talk about the life and death of pro wrestling legend; Sabu who passed away this week at the age of 60.We also get to a recap of UFC 315 and where we are today in the world of combat sports as a whole.We then shift our attention to the NBA Playoffs and what's been going on lately. Thank you for listening to the show and showing support! Enjoy!

We are back at HeroesCon for this episode where I met the owner of Time Tunnel Comics from nearby Hickory, NC, Jacob Edwards. Jacob had a booth at the show and had some treasury sized comics I was interested in. We chatted a while and he was gracious enough to agree to an interview after the floor at the con closed. Time Tunnel Comics has been around 24 years and has been owned by Jacob since 2018. Jacob has a unique story to tell. Not comics related, per se… but a very powerful a story, nonetheless. Then join Mike and comics pro, fellow podcaster, and pal, Andrew Malin, as they discuss two cool Superman vs. Flash races from the Silver Age, collected in the Treasury-sized comic featured in this episode. Time Tunnel Comics is found at 265 2nd Ave SE, Hickory, NC 28602. Follow the shop on Facebook and Instagram, and at their website https://www.timetunnelcomics.com/! Find Andrew on the Nerd Dome podcast and VelleityStudios.com where you can find lots of cool stuff! A big thanks to Jacob for his amazing story and great book recommendation, and thanks to Andrew for joining.

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoWhat do you get when you take a police procedural, mix it with science fiction and super-heroes, throw in social and political overtones that reflect modern society--and--call it an origin story? You get one guess--and it has nothing to do with a dead planet named Krypton. Give up? Well, the answer is Timothy Truman's three issuemasterpiece--HAWKWORLD.    Join you hosts Keith and Joe for another installment of "Thinking Out of the Longbox With Keith" as the boys strap on their Nth metal wings and fly into an adventure of dynamic discovery of one of DC's seminal characters--Hawkman. The later half of the decade of the 1980's saw many DC icons reimagined for a modern age as the Crisis on Infinite Earths opened the door to new, fresh version of Superman, Wonder Woman, The Batman, The Flash, Green Arrow, and the "wingedwonder" from the Planet Thanagar!    Truman's Hawkworld is a gritty, commentary on the abuse of power, and how it can tear apart an individual who has had his life mapped out for him. Katar Hol is a man fighting demons of the heart and mind, as well as those that prey on the less fortunate in the real world.The guys discuss the themes and tones such a world would impose on one man, and how he must fall from grace to eventually conquer all his demons so that he may become the beloved Silver Age version of Hawkman.    And as they extol the virtues of Truman's dynamic and nuanced writing, they fairly flip their minds when they profusely praise his incredible art.    This is a book the guys have been wanting to wax poetic about for a long time. We feel sure you will enjoy the discourse of this somewhat overlooked gem from comics best decade.And that classic exclamation "Look up in the sky!"--takes on a whole new meaning after reading Hawkworld!

Ross is join by Brent from the Legion of Subsitute Podcasters to discuss Thom Kallor, AKA Star Boy.  This episode focuses on his Silver Age adventures.   https://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail/f546v-4f03a/Legion-of-Substitute-Podcasters #StarBoy #LOSH #LLL #DCComics #Superboy #DreamGirl #SirPrise #MissTerious #SilverAge  

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Michael Bailey (Fortress of Baileytude) dig into the "Return to Krypton" storyline from the Loeb/Kelly era — which teased a move away from the cold, sterile world depicted by John Byrne in the Post-Crisis landscape and a return to the warm & wondrous Krypton of the Silver Age.This episode covers:SUPERMAN #166-167 by Jeph Loeb & Ed McGuinnessADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #589 by Joe Casey & Duncan RouleauSUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #111 by Mark Schultz & Doug MahnkeACTION COMICS #776 by Joe Kelly & KanoThey also discuss the sequel — "Return to Krypton II" — that ran across the Super-titles in 2002.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. FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE: @diggingforkryptonitepodINSTAGRAM: @diggingforkryptonitepodTWITTER: @diggingforkrpodEMAIL: flatsquirrelproductions@gmail.comWEBSITE: FlatSquirrelProductions.com Digging for Kryptonite is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Isaiah Simmons (2020-2024 version by Gregg Schigiel). Theme music by Basic Printer.Mentioned in this episode:Aw Yeah ComicsAlways Hold On To SmallvilleFat Moose ComicsHang On To Your Shorts Film Festival

Steve, Andrew & Kevin enjoy a second batch of Silver-Age solo Human Torch stories, this time from Strange Tales #108-115 & Annual #2 (the first being way back on episode 327 from 2019). You'll be treated to classic first appearances, over-bearing sisters, disinterested girlfriends, and amazing team-ups (including one between Kirby & Ditko!)! #MN452

Steve, Andrew & Kevin enjoy a second batch of Silver-Age solo Human Torch stories, this time from Strange Tales #108-115 & Annual #2 (the first being way back on episode 327 from 2019). You’ll be treated to classic first appearances,...

Dive deep into the shadows of Gotham as Geek History Lesson embarks on a gripping journey through Batman's Dark Age—spanning from 1985 to 2000. This era redefined the Caped Crusader, courtesy of visionary creators like Frank Miller, whose "The Dark Knight Returns" brought a gritty realism to Bruce Wayne's world. Alongside Alan Moore's "The Killing Joke," which delved into the twisted psyche of the Joker, and Grant Morrison's innovative narratives in "Arkham Asylum," these stories sculpted a darker, more complex Batman. This period ushered in a renaissance of the Dark Knight, transforming him into a symbol of vigilante justice steeped in moral ambiguity, setting the stage for Batman's evolution for years to come. Time to listen to Batman's Dark Age!Listen to Batman The Golden Age here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/107-batman-the-golden-age--50775746Listen to Batman the Silver Age here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/383-batman-the-silver-age--50775415Listen to Batman the Bronze Age here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/446-batman-the-bronze-age-1970-1985--52438219Listen to Batman the Dark Age here: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/494-batman-the-dark-age-1985-2000--58894962For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Wonder Woman's history is so legendary, we had to break it into multiple episodes! This week on Geek History Lesson, we're diving into the BRONZE AGE adventures of Wonder Woman -- a time when her stories bent the rules of this iconic timeline and introduced some of the most unique and imaginative tales in DC Comics history.We'll explore her fantastical battles, bizarre foes, and how it redefined her character while still staying true to her Amazonian roots. Plus, we'll praise the groundwork laid by creators like George Pérez, whose later work helped solidify Wonder Woman as one of the most important heroes in comics.Listen to Wonder Woman The Golden Age here: https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/episodes/ghl-164-wonder-woman-the-golden-ageListen to Wonder Woman the Silver Age here: https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading/ghl-350-wonder-woman-the-silver-ageFor exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!