Podcasts about Superhero

CGS welcomes comic book artist and illustrator Charlie Adlard to the podcast for the very first time! It's a wonderful conversation ranging from Charlie's personal geekdom and early comic book discoveries, to LEGO, horror in comics and the UK comic convention scene, and to the craft and working methods on a number of projects including the recently released Altamont hardcover by Charlie and Herik Hanna from Image Comics. Enjoy! (1:56:38)

Send us a textIn this engaging interview, we meet Shanisha Dodson, an entrepreneur and creator of the first 18-inch black superhero doll. She is the founder of Brilliant Girl and Black Girls Productions, inspiring a new generation of superheroes. This discussion highlights the importance of representation and the impact of her work, ensuring everyone can find a superhero to look up to. If you would like to connect with Shaneisha, please do so here: https://thebrilliantgirl.com/Sign up for Activate Your Calling: Create, Build, & Promote Your Gift: https://bit.ly/4r0QixGSign up to be notified about Faith to Launch Community: https://bit.ly/FaithtoLaunchPlease join me in my YouTube only series, 30 Days to Becoming a Stronger, More Confident You in Christ: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkkBA4-h1A56MxObeO__s873pdUnnWQ5

Mars aka ThatComicGirl has been delivering spicy comics takes since her days co-hosting Casually Comics with our dearly missed friend Jennifer (Comics Will Break Your Heart). Follow her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for some of the most delightful comics commentary on the internet.For TWO HOURS of bonus content — including our coverage of Doctor Doom's humiliation of Magneto in Super-Villain Team-Up #14, plus 22 more Marvel comics in the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of almost 200 extended and exclusive episodes. $10 a month lets you help pick the comics we cover in depth and gets you a shout-out at the end of the episode! Stories Covered in this Episode:"Doctor Bong!" - Howard the Duck #17, written by Steve Gerber, art by Gene Colan with Klaus Janson, letters by Annette Kawecki, colors by Janice Cohen, edited by Steve Gerber, ©1977 Marvel Comics"Where No X-Man Has Gone Before!" - X-Men #107, written by Chris Claremont, art by Dave Cockrum with Dan Green, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Andy Yanchus, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

Let's talk launching not just a comic but an entire comics universe with the brilliant creators behind the Summit Universe! Tyler welcomes Travis Gibb, Marcus Jimenez, C. J. Hudson, and Karla "Moon" Medrano, who are among the 30+ creators who have come together to create a brand new shared superhero universe. Learn about their debut project 'Summit Pinnacle #1,' currently live on Kickstarter and the unique collaborative process that sets Summit apart from other indie comic ventures.

**Use the code NINDADS at checkout to receive 15% off plus free shipping at Manscaped.com** On this week's episode of the Nintendo Dads Podcast: News ● Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct ● The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Direct 1.25.2026 ● Hideki Konno leaves Nintendo after 40 years ● Virtual Boy Overview video drops ● The Disney Afternoon Collection announced for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 ● Splatoon v11.0.0 Available Now ● Kirby Air Riders also get an update (v1.3.0) ● Walmart leaks new NSO games for GameCube ● Game Releases/Updates Let's Discuss ● Nintendo and Censorship ● Guess the arcade game #4 Games we've been playing ● DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition ● Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition ● Demonschool ● GRID Legends: Deluxe Edition ● FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE ● Dispatch Nintendo Switch 2 Edition ● The Legend of Zelda ● Piczle Lines 2: Into the Puzzleverse Community Spotlight Check out our website at http://nintendodads.org for our latest videos, episodes, tweets, and social media links. Apple Podcasts feed: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nintendo-dads-podcast/id950582320?mt=2 YouTube Music feed: https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyID_QWdPfjM17EE3cg8Pin30jHkLqWKr Spotify feed: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SACicqRHT2yxC9mlUP9PL Become a patron and help us improve the show! https://www.patreon.com/NintendoDads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plenty of superheroes, but the only jeopardy you'll be in is the game we have devised for you! Who knows the most about Marvel and who knows DC? We pit each other's knowledge in a series of trivia that you can play along. Plus, comic news about upcoming projects, games, and streaming series. Jay and Josh search for a daily double on Superhero Suite.

It's a packed episode of Comic and TV Talk including getting started with Hoopla, the works of Deniz Camp, reading Comic Shop: the Retail Mavericks Who Gave Us a New Geek Culture, a Mike Douglas clip featuring Phil Seuling, the Death of Superman story, skimming through a 1996 issue of Comics Buyer's Guide, the Beauty on FX, thoughts on the first two episodes of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy and other Geek Chat! (1:32:58)

WEDNESDAY HR 5 The K.O.D. - His Highness expresses his love for the local news anchor. Does it concern you when they add too many cast members to a upcoming movie? Monster Messages & Hot Takes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hard-boiled noir. Superhero trauma. One of Marvel's most complex antiheroes.Your Nerd Best Friends are tackling Jessica Jones and asking the ultimate nerd question: Should you read the comics first… or watch the show first? Either way, this one has swears & butts!Noir vibes vs. prestige TVComic canon vs. on-screen storytellingTrauma, agency, and why Jessica Jones still mattersWhether you're brand new to Jessica Jones or revisiting her story with fresh eyes, this episode will help you decide where to start—and why there's no wrong answer… just different kinds of brilliant.Also in this episode: murder mystery puzzles, gamer profiles, Space Weirdos, Final Girl 3, Army Painter metallic speed paints, winter is hobby winter. Listen now wherever you get your podcastsFollow Nerd Best Friends and join the Nerd Herd on Pateron Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On this week's episode of DRA... The Cultured Nerd Podcast, Michael and Taylor sit down and talk the new internet breaking announcements over the weekend regarding the RETURN OF #DRAGONBALLSUPER and the reveals of #DragonBallSuperBeerus and #DragonBallSuperTheGalacticPatrol aka the #Moro Arc of the Manga. They also sit down and talk about the rumors that following Beerus, we will get Freeza, Goku Black / Future Trunks Saga, The Tournaments, etc.. in sort of a Dragon Ball Z Kai type retelling before then going into the new ventured territory in 2028 with The Galactic Patrol, Granola, and new adaptations of Broly and Super Hero before going into the Black Freeza arc that has been teased in the Manga.

The SuperHero Homies! Podcast is back with a deep dive into one of the most beloved topics in pop culture: the best twists and reveals in fiction. We start the episode with a cold open discussing Batman: Brave & the Bold, sharing our concerns about the upcoming DC movie. We break down Andy Muschietti's involvement as director following The Flash (2023), Christina Hodson's role as lead writer, and what their track records could mean for the future of Batman in the DCU. We also touch on Kathleen Kennedy's repositioning at Lucasfilm and what that could signal for Star Wars moving forward. For the main discussion, we explore our favorite plot twists and shocking reveals across movies, TV shows, comic books, and video games, analyzing why they worked and why they still resonate with fans today. From M. Night Shyamalan's Unbreakable, to Darth Vader's iconic reveal to Luke Skywalker, to Omni-Man's jaw-dropping betrayal in Invincible, we celebrate the moments that redefined their stories and genres. We also break down what makes a great twist or reveal, including setup, character motivation, and payoff, while calling out examples of bad twists that felt unearned, confusing, or purely for shock value. If you're a fan of superhero stories, comic book discussions, MCU and DC debates, Star Wars, pop culture analysis, and spoiler-filled breakdowns, this episode is for you.

Did you know there's a tiny ocean creature with a punch so powerful, it creates underwater shockwaves? Discover the fascinating mantis shrimp and other animals with seemingly super-powered limbs in this exciting nature science episode! Join us for the companion video class about animal superpowers, where you'll explore incredible strength, surprising speed, clever defenses, and more. Become a member of No Sweat Nature Study at NoSweatNatureStudy.com. Use the code NOSWEAT for $10 off your first payment of a quarterly subscription. Visit the animal superpowers show notes page. See the book list of your nature-themed book suggestions. Share pictures of your nature studies on Instagram or Facebook. Be sure to tag @OurJourneyWestward so Mrs. Cindy will see them! Please subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review if you enjoy the episodes. Thank you! It helps the podcast so much! :)

John continues his conversation with Dr. Nelva Lee. In this episode they talk about the importance of pain and purpose in life, why avoiding hard moments can keep you stuck, learning from mistakes, and much more! In Part 1, they discussed the traditional model of public education and the need for new approaches to prepare the kids for real life or careers. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Why pain is not something to fear [05:29] - The two most important days of your life [06:50] - How faith guides Dr. Nelva's decisions in leadership roles [11:32] - Respecting your audience while staying true to your beliefs [14:11] - Dr. Nelva's definition of success [14:57] - #1 daily habit [15:56] - Traits of a great leader [17:49] - Every person you meet can teach you something [21:00] - Value of learning from mistakes and failing fast [24:47] - Legacy Dr. Nelva wants to leave behind [25:32] - How she invests in her growth and marriage [27:26] - A message for husbands and wives [29:43] - Clear communication in marriage [30:32] - Best way to reach out to Dr. Nelva [31:04] - Supporting Dr. Nelva's candidacy [33:49] - Book recommendations [34:51] - Wrap-up NOTABLE QUOTES: "I have learned over the years that pain is not something I should be afraid of. I should be afraid when I don't experience pain." "If you do it right, you don't learn anything. So you have to fail, which means you tried something new, didn't do it right, and now you have the opportunity to learn. It's not a guarantee that you will, it just means the opportunity is there." "Embrace the fact that you will have failures. You will make mistakes. You just need to learn from them, turn them into learning opportunities, and pivot. If you're able to do that, you're going to be ahead of so many others." "First, lead yourself. Then you can lead others." "Our habits determine our behavior, and our behavior determines the level of influence that we will have." "We were all born as individuals. We were all born originals. We shouldn't die copies." "If you're not experiencing enough adversity, it's probably because you're just following a pre-decided path that may or may not be your path." "Gentlemen, date night is yours. You own it. You're in charge of it. Her job is to show up and look beautiful." "Ladies, if your husband is not the romantic type, it's okay to give him tips, and it's okay to help him plan it." BOOKS MENTIONED: Purpose Driven Life: What on Earth Am I Here For? by Rick Warren (https://a.co/d/hseine4) The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by R. Stephen Covey (https://a.co/d/eChA52b) Left Behind Series by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins (https://a.co/d/a3jw43B) The Bible (https://a.co/d/59f7I7q) USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.drnelvalee.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.nelvalee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nelva-lee-a4a885314/ https://www.facebook.com/TBWGTR https://www.youtube.com/@DrNelvaLee/videos Stay and Fight: The Wise Woman Builds Her House (https://a.co/d/aE70YCB) Be the Superhero of Your Story (https://a.co/d/bzutXhk) A Hope and a Future: The Case for Fostering to Adopt (https://a.co/d/j87kVT8) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

As we batten down the hatches to prepare for winter storm Fern, we hopeyou enjoy episode 227 of the Campus Comics Cast as you watch the snow fall outside. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:01:58 First Five Grimjack 00:38:15 The Future Is 01:32:50 CLZ Shake 01:36:01 Outros 01:36:43 Stinger How much has independent comics culture shaped your reading habits—and are you sleeping on character origins that defined the genre 40 years ago? This episode explores the gritty world of Grimjack—a mercenary navigating the multi-dimensional city of Cynosure—while diving deep into The Future Is, a modern cybersecurity heist series featuring a ragtag team of pentesters and hackers. Whether you're curious about '80s independent titles that influenced modern storytelling, or fascinated by the intersection of hacking culture and comics, this discussion reveals how both pulp action and cutting-edge tech narratives find their voice in sequential art. Discover why Grimjack's multi-dimensional setting and morally gray character archetype resonated with readers and why early First Comics publications remain culturally significant today. Understand how The Future Is translates modern cybersecurity concepts—penetration testing, threat actors, augmented reality, and digital vulnerabilities—into compelling narrative tension and character-driven conflict. Learn the difference between freebooters and hackers, what "doomscrolling" really means, and how the comic cleverly weaponizes tech jargon as world-building. Play now to hear two decades of comic history analyzed side-by-side with contemporary storytelling, and discover which independent titles deserve space on your pull list.

Join our hosts for a more thematic discussion on the 87th Best Picture winner, BİRDMAN or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance). While interesting fodder for discussion and a fascinating look into the earlier stages of social media, virality, and its impact on relevance, some of the characters left more to be desired

CGS Chats! A new interview episode here at CGS to put the spotlight on several projects this month for your consideration. In this episode, we talk to Steve Bryant for the Evie and the Hellsings volume 1 tpb Kickstarter, Martheus Wade and Maria Amelia Park for the Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa Episode 1 motion comic, and Ben Lichius and Dean Kotz to talk about the Black Coat: To Die But Once issue 2 Kickstarter! (1:51:56)

This story isn't intended for young or sensitive readers. Readers who are on the lookout for trigger warnings are advised to give Worm a pass. Complete list of potential triggers: here-----------------------------------The Brockton Bay Book Club discusses J.C. McCrae's Ward live! The gang reads a portion of Ward and comes together to share our thoughts with each other and anyone who want's to participate.This week we cover Arc 12.z - 12.all - HeavensRead along herePlay along with this week's BBBC BINGO while you listen!Support us and connect with us @brocktonbaybc-----------------------------------Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast: This episode of the Brockton Bay Book Club is sponsored by Made Marion. Made Marion creates custom cottagecore and ren faire clothing designed for every body. Whether you're looking for a lace up bodice, rustic apron and pinafores, or ethereal dresses, you'll find items customized for every individual's fit and design. All items are lovingly hand sewn with attention to detail and a touch of whimsy. Visit Made Marion today and transform your wardrobe with clothing that feels as enchanting as it looks. Find Made Marion on etsy, at https://www.etsy.com/shop/themademarion

Fear is one of the most powerful forces in superhero storytelling. In this Moving Panels: One Shot, Laramy Wells is joined by Tim Williams and James Brooks to explore how fear shapes heroes, villains, and the worlds they inhabit. From Batman turning fear into a symbol, to Daredevil enduring it night after night in Hell's Kitchen, to mutants, monsters, and myths built on what people fear most, this conversation digs into why superheroes don't succeed without fear — they succeed because of it.If you've ever wondered whether heroes overcome fear, weaponize it, or simply learn to live with it, this One Shot is for you.

John talks with Dr. Nelva Lee — author of several Christian-based books, entrepreneur, wife, mom, and candidate for Georgia Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Lee is the founder and CEO of Concrete Build Financing, former CEO of a vocational school for 20 years, and served as an adjunct professor for 10 years teaching healthcare administration. Listen to this episode to learn more: [00:00] - Intro [00:40] - Dr. Lee's bio and backstory [06:17] - Running for Georgia Superintendent of Schools [09:24] - Outdated education system & preparing students for real life [13:16] - Georgia education stats & need for change [14:29] - How John helped his kids decide their career [16:28] - More career paths and opportunities for students [19:09] - How John helped a student build a career without college [25:09] - Dr. Lee's new venture, Concrete Build Financing [28:09] - Dr. Lee's book, Stay and Fight [31:08] - Be the Superhero of Your Story [32:53] - A Hope and a Future NOTABLE QUOTES: "We have an educational system that was created just for factory workers, and it was created in a time when that's what was needed. That was the advanced technology of the time. That's antiquated and we need to change our educational system to fit today's needs, today's workers, to today's businesses." "We need to go back to prioritizing trade schools and trade certificates in high school so that when we graduate our high school seniors, they are prepared. They are workforce ready and prepared for life and prepared to be full members of society." "Pushing everyone to college is not an option that we should be waiting around for as the best option. There are definitely professions where a college degree is necessary, but it's not necessary for everyone. Most students, if given a real alternative that allows them to contribute to society and pay their bills, would choose that path. We need to give them that option." "Challenges are there to shine a light on your powers. No superhero ever became a superhero without overcoming a great challenge." "Life is happening for you, not to you. And so look at your challenges, look at any negative thing that's happening in your life and see how it could turn out for your good, see how it could be actually a blessing in disguise." USEFUL RESOURCES: https://www.drnelvalee.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.nelvalee/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nelva-lee-a4a885314/ https://www.facebook.com/TBWGTR https://www.youtube.com/@DrNelvaLee/videos Stay and Fight: The Wise Woman Builds Her House (https://a.co/d/aE70YCB) Be the Superhero of Your Story (https://a.co/d/bzutXhk) A Hope and a Future: The Case for Fostering to Adopt (https://a.co/d/j87kVT8) CONNECT WITH JOHN Website - https://iamjohnhulen.com    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnhulen Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/johnhulen    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnhulen    X - https://x.com/johnhulen    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLX_NchE8lisC4NL2GciIWA    EPISODE CREDITS Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/ 

Previews and Comic Talk for a new year! Reading Peach Momoko's Ultimate X-Men. Action Comics 1 sets a new record for a private sale. What is Absolute Batman's first appearance? And other topics including our recommendations for comic coming attractions for the month of March 2026. (1:39:43)

SPIDER-MAN & BATMAN sind vermutlich die ikonischsten Helden von MARVEL & DC. In diesem Video wollen Alper, Lenny & Marius aber herausfinden, welcher der beste aller Batman- und Spider-Man-Filme ist. In einem großen Ranking treten 13 Batman-Filme und 10 Spider-Man-Filme gegeneinander an, um eine Liste von Top 1 bis Flop 23 zu erstellen! Heute geht es also sowohl um regelrechte Meisterwerke der Filmgeschichte als auch um den absoluten Bodensatz der Comicverfilmungen. Dabei gibt es Live-Action & Animation: Nichts wird ausgelassen! Aber können sich die drei auf ein finales Ranking einigen oder wird wild gezankt? Und was landet am Ende auf den besten und schlechtesten Plätzen? Schaut rein in dieses neue Superhelden-Special auf CINEMA STRIKES BACK und findet es heraus. Viel Spaß! :) Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Anmoderation 00:02:17 - SPIDER-MAN 3 00:04:47 - BATMAN FOREVER 00:09:54 - SPIDER-MAN: HOMECOMING 00:12:10 - BATMAN (1989) 00:16:30 - THE BATMAN 00:19:44 - SPIDER-MAN: A NEW UNIVERSE 00:23:50 - BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE 00:30:45 - THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 00:35:13 - THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: RISE OF ELECTRO 00:39:50 - BATMAN BEGINS 00:46:37 - SPIDER-MAN 00:51:20 - THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE 00:54:20 - BATMAN HÄLT DIE WELT IN ATEM 00:56:51 - SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME 01:01:33 - BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE 01:04:50 - BATMAN UND DAS PHANTOM 01:08:11 - SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE 01:11:15 - BATMAN & ROBIN 01:17:24 - THE DARK KNIGHT RISES 01:23:56 - SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME 01:27:45 - BATMANS RÜCKKEHR 01:30:14 - SPIDER-MAN 2 01:32:28 - THE DARK KNIGHT Soundtrack des Videos: Neal Hefti & his Orchestra and Chorus - Batman Theme Joe Perry - Spider-Man: The Animated Series Theme

Jenn talks about having a conversation with Leo that really seems like an adventure. 

On today's episode we welcome Tom Philipson and James Patricks to the podcast. Tom and James are the writers of the kickstarter comic book The Stranger. A book where Superhero's are illegal and we follow a detective trying to track down the super hero, the stranger, who has returned after years of being inactive. Can readers of the book figure out who the stranger is before our detective? Listen in and Badaboom!

In this week's episode, we spoke with writer and mother of six, Rachel Balducci, for an honest conversation about building a home rooted in peace and simplicity. Rachel shares real-life wisdom on parenting without comparison, letting children exercise free will, and creating stronger family relationships through ordinary living.Rachel has written several notable books including Make My Life Simple and How Do You Tuck in a Superhero?Be sure to check out her additional work on her website!

In hour one, do the Canes deserve more respect vs Indiana? Crowder confuses everyone with his Super Hero analogy. Mike Cugno, a proud Columbus grad, previews the Canes - Indiana matchup and discusses the Dolphins head coaching search.

It's the end of 2025! Happy New Year! Daniel Parra brings you his list of the best and worst movies of 2025. It was an incredible year, but there was some massive bombs too. Listen for the best, the worst, and everything somewhere between!

In the spotlight is Christopher Bodmann, who has always been captivated by the power of storytelling and his belief that stories exist to inspire, drive action and ignite passion. He uses fantasy elements to address real-world issues that middle-grade readers might face, aiming to create a meaningful connection to their lives. He is particularly passionate about encouraging middle-grade boys to become avid readers by incorporating “gateway” topics that resonate with their interests, while also ensuring his content appeals to all audiences.  Learn more about Christopher Bodmann and his books here: https://www.christopherbodmann.com  Novelist Spotlight is produced and hosted by Mike Consol. Check out his novels here: https://snip.ly/yz18no   Write to Mike Consol at novelistspotlight@gmail.com 

Happy New Year! 2026 is here and we're starting the year off with an impromptu chat about Stranger Things, discussing our Best Of 2025 list, podcast plans and more including topics on the John Byrne era of Superman, Mister Terrific Year One, the Energon Universe, I Kill Giants, PLUR1BUS and other Geek Chat! (1:50:22)

Episode Summary Frank and Jonathan are officially back for 2026 after a hectic but fun holiday break, including the Geek Freaks Network Christmas party and a little self-awareness about how often podcasters say "you know." From there, they hand out their personal "best of 2025" picks across movies, TV, superhero projects, and games, plus run through the community poll winners. Then it's full speed into 2026 hype: a family-friendly movie calendar, the big "adult list" blockbusters (including the absolute chaos of Avengers: Doomsday and Dune 3 landing the same day), and the TV slate they're most excited to keep on the radar. They close with a spoiler-heavy talk on the Stranger Things finale and what the show stuck the landing on, especially character growth, the goodbye energy, and how cinematic the final battles felt. Timestamps and Topics 00:00 Welcome back, holiday break recap, and the Geek Freaks Network Christmas party 01:45 "Best of 2025" picks: movies, TV, and what surprised them 04:26 Superhero movie and superhero show poll results (plus some spicy takes) 10:16 Game of the year voting and falling back on comfort games 11:38 Best villain debate and why Pennywise took over the conversation 14:50 2026 family movie calendar (kid-friendly theater picks) 20:22 2026 blockbuster calendar: 28 Years Later, Project Hail Mary, Ready or Not 2, and more 26:43 The "event day" problem: Avengers: Doomsday and Dune 3 on the same date 28:22 2026 TV hype: The Boys, Game of Thrones spin-offs, Star Trek, One Piece, Lanterns, and more 38:46 Stranger Things finale review: the goodbye, the battle, and what hit hardest 47:15 Dungeons and Dragons sidebar and why they need binders like Stranger Things 50:01 "Most cinematic finale" talk and the Abyss/Dimension X discussion Key Takeaways Sinners was Frank's clear movie of 2025, with major praise for the craft and the left-turn genre surprise. Superman won the community superhero movie vote, but Thunderbolts got real respect for performances and exceeding expectations. Andor is still the "tell your friends they're missing out" show, even if Stranger Things owned the bigger pop culture moment. The superhero show vote was tight, and the conversation around Daredevil: Born Again came with real critiques about structure and payoff. 2026 is stacked across both "take your kid to the movies" picks and big-ticket IMAX events. Stranger Things earned its goodbye, especially by bringing the focus back to friendship, growing up, and the reality that life moves on. Memorable Quotes "You realize how much you say 'you know' when you're podcasting." "It felt like a finale divided in two." "This is about friends and not just this big brand fight." "Don't let Disney brush it off. Watch it and enjoy this fresh idea from Marvel." "As much as they're saying bye to each other, they're saying bye to us as well." Poll and Discussion Highlights Mentioned Best superhero movie vote: Superman took the top spot (with Thunderbolts close behind in their personal debate). Best superhero show vote: Daredevil: Born Again edged out Peacemaker in a near tie. Game of the year vote: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 came out on top. Best villain talk: Pennywise (Welcome to Derry) dominated the conversation, with shout-outs to other standouts. Call to Action If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the show and leave a quick review. It genuinely helps more people find us. Share the episode with #GeekFreaksPodcast and tag us so we can shout you out. Links and Resources GeekFreaksPodcast.com (source of all news discussed on the podcast) Follow Us Twitter: @geekfreakspod Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast Threads: @geekfreakspodcast Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast Patreon: GeekFreakspodcast Listener Questions Got a take on the Stranger Things finale, or a most-hyped 2026 movie pick you're already planning your opening weekend around? Send it in, and we'll read and react on a future episode. Apple Podcast Tags: Geek culture, Pop culture news, Stranger Things, Stranger Things finale, Movies 2026, TV 2026, Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Andor, Superman, Thunderbolts, Avengers Doomsday, Dune 3, Gaming news, One Piece, Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Boys

How many time do you plan to write in the wrong year before the next episode of the Campus Comics Cast? Who is even still writing dates? Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:02:28 Listener Feedback 00:06:40 Next Phase catalog start 00:09:25 DC 00:31:08 Image 00:49:04 Panels catalog start 00:52:58 Panels Highlights 01:01:45 Marvel 01:15:04 Next Episode 01:15:47 Outros 01:16:30 Stingers When was the last time a comic book catalog actually surprised you—and made you rethink what you're pre-ordering for the next two months?​ This episode dives into the latest Next Phase and Panels catalogs, helping you sort through a lighter-than-usual slate of publishers, movie tie-ins, and stealth reprints so you can focus your budget on the issues that are actually worth your pull list. Whether you are juggling limited shelf space, trying to spot the next hot key issue, or just want more fun reads and fewer regrets, the discussion gives you a curated roadmap instead of 500 pages of guesswork. ​ Discover which new series (like tech‑thriller Exploit and narcoleptic-mystery Narco) are most likely to deliver fresh, satisfying reads instead of forgettable #1s. ​Learn which anniversary and legacy-style issues (such as Green Lantern #600 and Moonstar #1) might matter long-term for collectors, and which “first appearance” claims are more marketing than milestone. ​Get practical guidance on where to spend and where to skip—across Marvel, DC, Image, Mad Cave, IDW, and more—so your pre-orders match your actual reading tastes. ​ Hit play now to hear the full catalog walk-through and lock in your smartest pre-order choices before final order cutoff sneaks up on you.

Matt and Eric kick off 2026 with a (non-Evil Dead, non-Spider-Man) Sam Raimi run, starting with 1990's DARKMAN! Liam Neeson loses his face...but gains everyone else's in this fun, campy vigilante ride.

What if superhero movies stopped telling us how heroes began—and just let them be heroes?In this Moving Panels: One Shot, Laramy Wells and cohost Justin Baker take a nerdy deep dive into the evolution of the superhero origin story, from the simple, efficient beginnings of Golden Age comics to modern movies that skip origins altogether. Why do some characters need their beginnings retold every generation, while others can jump straight into the action?We talk about how comic book storytelling shaped the way films approach origins, why audiences may be experiencing origin fatigue, and which characters—like Batman, Spider-Man, Wolverine, and more—can carry a movie without their origin ever being shown.If you've ever thought, “Yeah, I know how this hero got their powers—can we move on?”… this episode is for you.

Samson in the Bible had superhuman strength and this strength was connected to his hair. His parents were told by Yahweh to never cut his hair and Samson was raised to know that he must never let a razor touch his head. For anyone who knows the story, it isn't Samson's hair that gives him strength, but Yahweh. There is no one else in the Bible that Yahweh showed this specific type of favor towards. Samson was like a precursor to Superman, only he wasn't an alien. He was human. The strongest human in the history of mankind. This kinda makes Samson a superhero. Main theme: Crazy For Thrills by Muse Music with Groove Studios Music: Cinema Blockbuster Trailer 71, produced by Sascha Ende Link: https://ende.app/en/song/13395-cinema-blockbuster-trailer-71

Goodbye, 2025! The Speakers of Geek wrap up 2025 with several end of the year topics as well as answering Questions from the Listeners! Topics include tallying up our Reading Logs, CGS stats for the year, major comicbook anniversaries in 2026, thoughts on the Batman/Deadpool DC/Marvel oneshots, DC K.O. All Fight Month, Mortal Thor and other titles, and even more! (1:30:49)

Hero, something is happening beneath Dormere.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Deep underground, silver-lined tunnels pulse with an energy we don't understand. The Knucklers' parents say they can help us unlock our powers. Mr. Honeybee doesn't trust them. Roger Robot is on high alert. Warpino has theories, but even he's baffled.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              And just when we think we're ahead of the mystery— Someone hacks my BattleBuzz helmet. Now we're walking straight into the unknown, with allies we're not sure we can trust and a power we don't fully understand. But you and I? We never back down.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

We all know that our bodies are amazing and unique... but sometimes we just forget about this fact. But here's a reminder for you: you have a body of a superhero! If you doubt that, here's some proof: there's enough room for an entire chicken or a bottle of large cola in your stomach. Your liver acts as your own personal bodyguard, protecting you from toxins and other unwanted stuff. And, by the way, you can distinguish between more than a trillion smells! Need more proof that your body is absolutely amazing? Here's a lit of 31 true body facts that'll let you know your body better and inspire you to take care of it. You might not expect some of them to be true... but they are! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For this special episode, we're returning to the bracket format, but slimmed down for just your three co-hosts: we made up an Elite Eight of TV superheroes -- no one from the DC or Marvel universes allowed -- and argued through which deserved to go all the way. Which hero stands atop the rest of our selected comers? Listen and learn! TOPICS Lead Topic:

Super Performance   From Firefighting to Super Performance: How Systems Free You From…   Most owners secretly know the truth: their business only runs well when they're watching. The minute they step away, problems surface, customers get frustrated, and the "superhero" has to swoop back in. In this Richer Soul episode, operations coach and author George Pesansky shares how to escape that trap by building systems that work without you — so your business performs at a high level and your life gets a lot richer in the process.   Key Insights:  Vision, Strategy, and Execution must align because most businesses fail not from lack of effort, but from excelling at only two of the three while true profit and scale happen when all three work together.  The "golden hour" reveals your best systems, and instead of constantly fixing what's broken, real growth comes from identifying when work flows smoothly and replicating those conditions across the day. The Dunning–Kruger Effect explains why leaders get blindsided, as overconfidence on "Mount Stupid" often hides gaps in operations, people, or finance until painful failure forces real learning. Superhero employees are a warning sign, not a strength, because when a business depends on one person to fix everything, it signals fragile systems, hidden waste, and serious key-person risk. Money is stored time, not success, and many leaders stay trapped in the prison of expectations by chasing revenue instead of using profit to reclaim freedom, focus, and a life outside the business. Failing faster accelerates growth, because waiting for certainty keeps owners stuck in broken processes and bad decisions that intentional learning and rapid experimentation would quickly replace.   Money Learning from George: George reframes money as nothing more than "an equivalent for time," a tool meant to buy back space for rest, creativity, and meaningful living—not fuel an endless treadmill of effort. He warns that many owners chase revenue that actually costs them time and increases friction, while true profit comes from building systems that give you your life back. His core message is simple: use money to create freedom, not pressure, and focus on investments that return time, clarity, and peace rather than more stress.   Key Takeaway: High performance isn't about working harder; it's about building systems that turn your best moments into your normal day. When you understand the real root causes of success, stop relying on superheroes, and use money to buy back time, your business stops owning you — and starts serving the life you actually want.   Bio: George Pesansky is a seasoned expert in operational excellence, with a career spanning over three decades in leadership, executive coaching, and performance optimization. His passion lies in empowering individuals and organizations to reach their full potential through clarity, focus, and actionable strategies. George's commitment to improving outcomes and his strategic, action-oriented mindset have made him a sought-after consultant and thought leader in the field. His work continues to inspire and guide those seeking to elevate their performance and achieve superperformance in their personal and professional lives. George is also the founder of Capacity2Care, a nonprofit organization dedicated to encouraging superperformers to donate their talent, not just their time, to create better outcomes in their communities by driving deliberate improvement in charities.   Links: www.myblendedlearning.com    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deliberateimprovement/   If you're ready to move from firefighting to true super performance in your business — with clear numbers, better systems, and more time for the rest of your life — let's talk. Book a call using the link in the show notes and we'll look at where your systems are silently costing you profit and peace.   #RicherSoul #BusinessSystems #TimeFreedom #LeadershipDevelopment #OperationalExcellence #MindsetShift #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessGrowth #PersonalGrowthJourney #LifeByDesign #HighPerformanceHabits #BusinessOwnerTips #PurposeDrivenSuccess #WorkLifeHarmony #SelfLeadership   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@richersoul Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well-being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom! Thanks for listening!   Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/   Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul   https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com   Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast   Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

The Copenhagen Test's Simu Liu, Melissa Barrera, James Wan, Sinclair Daniel, Brian d'Arcy James, Mark O'Brien, Kathleen Chalfant, Thomas Brandon, and Jennifer Yale sit down with Emily to discuss the new Peacock thriller series. Simu learns his surprising connection to How To Make It, Melissa comes up with a jaw-dropping chapter title for Simu's career, and James Wan tells us which of his horror characters he'd love to see in The Truman Show. So think about Ken, do a musical number, and watch The Copenhagen Test as you enjoy Chapter 39 of How To Make It.All episodes of The Copenhagen Test are available to stream on Peacock.Follow us on Instagram @HowToMakeItPodcastSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: @HowToMakeItPodcastFollow Emily: @EmilyCappello_Follow Haley: @HaleyMuralee

Check out our other socials here: https://linktr.ee/closecallspod Sorry we've been gone for awhile everyone. Things have been busy for the holiday season. Here is an episode we recorded back at the beginning of December. Hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays! Intro - 0:00 Our Thanksgivings and Holiday Plans - 02:20 The Mount Rushmore of Superheroes - 29:18 Mount Rushmore of Heroes in Cinema - 37:45 Mount Rushmore of Female Comic book Characters - 44:40 Mount Rushmore of Supervillains - 49:07 Mount Rushmore of Sidekicks - 54:45 Mount Rushmore of Black Comic book Characters - 57:41 Mount Rushmore of Anti-heroes - 01:01:03 Mount Rushmore of Superhero Spouses - 01:03:27 Batman/Deadpool (DC Edition) Review - 01:05:23 DC KO Issue 2 - 01:33:28   Thanks for listening!

This week we head back to a time before Marvel Comics, before Superman and Batman, to a world before superheroes, and bring you a history of The Shadow! Before Superman exploded onto the pages of Action Comics, the world of action-adventure was a very different place, full of detectives, gangsters, Science Fiction and the supernatural - the world of Pulp Fiction! In a world of Tarzan, Zorro and Conan The Barbarian, The Shadow emerged completely by accident and ended up becoming the world's first superhero! We'll track the tale from pulp magazines to radio adventures to cliffhanger movie serials and beyond! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk

A variety of topics fill this holiday season Comic Talk episode including diving into the world of Vertical Scrolling comics, thoughts on Challengers of the Unknown, the Atom Project and Question All Along the Watchtower, a “Limited Perspective” review of Roofman, more Fantastic Four movie talk, TV Talk on Ozark, Strange New Worlds and others, retro gaming talk, and a Best of 2025 announcement! (1:24:44)

It's time to ask the questions superhero movies usually hope you won't.

We know that this episode literally drops on Christmas Day, but please treat yourself or someone you love to the newly released second edition of Alonso's timeless holiday movie guide, Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas!We are still on hiatus until the new year, returning sometime in January. Between now and then, treat yourself to some extended versions of your favorite episodes on our Patreon! Issues Covered in this Episode (all © Marvel Comics):"Merry Christmas, X-Men – The Sentinels Have Returned!" - X-Men #98, written by Chris Claremont, art by Dave Cockrum with Sam Grainger, letters by Joe Rosen, colors by Janice Cohen, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics"'Twas the Night Before Christmas" - Tomb of Dracula #54, written by Marv Wolfman, art by Gene Colan and Tom Palmer, letters by John Costanza, colors by Michele Wolfman, edited by Marv Wolfman, ©1976 Marvel Comics"Jingle Bombs!" - Luke Cage, Hero for Hire #7, written by Steve Englehart, art by George Tuska and Billy Graham, letters by John Costanza, colors by David Hunt, edited by Roy Thomas, ©1972 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month v. 1.0 (Holiday Remix)" theme written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne."Oh Holy Night" by Halford, from the album Halford III: Winter Songs, ℗ 2009 Rob Halford Music Limited.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)

The big finale of One World Under Doom is here! The Speakers of Geek are joined by listener Craig Moore to discuss issues 7 thru 9 by Ryan North, R.B. Silva, David Curiel, Travis Lanham and company. What is Doctor Doom's downfall? Where does the Marvel Universe go from here? Which tie-ins are worth reading? Find out in this episode! (1:02:52)

Kate Baldwin has a way of looking at the industry that is both deeply grounded and incredibly refreshing. She opens up about her approach to playing Roxie Hart in Chicago, describing her version of the character as a "Bad Nellie Forbush" who is just trying to survive. She also shares the fantastic story of how wearing the "wrong" dress to her Hello, Dolly! audition ended up being the perfect choice for Jerry Zaks and helped her find the spine of Irene Molloy. We also dig into the shifts in her personal life and career philosophy since 2020. Kate speaks candidly about letting go of the pressure to be a crossover star in TV and film and instead embracing her true love for musical theater, which she affectionately calls the "Island of Misfit Toys." From the lessons she learned growing up in Wisconsin to the joy of throwing big parties just because she can, this conversation is a celebration of finding out what actually matters to you. Kate Baldwin is a two-time Tony Award nominee for her performances in Finian's Rainbow and Hello, Dolly!, roles that also earned her Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations. Her extensive Broadway career includes starring roles in Big Fish, The Full Monty, Wonderful Town, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Off-Broadway, she received Drama Desk nominations for her work in Giant at The Public Theater and John & Jen with the Keen Company, as well as a Lucille Lortel nomination for Superhero at Second Stage. She most recently starred as Roxie Hart in Chicago. Connect with Kate: Instagram: @realkatebaldwin Web: kate-baldwin.com Connect with The Theatre Podcast: Support the podcast on Patreon and watch video versions of the episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheTheatrePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@theatre_podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook.com/OfficialTheatrePodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheTheatrePodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alan's personal Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@alanseales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email me at feedback@thetheatrepodcast.com. I want to know what you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt and Eric zipline into the Alps, diving deep into excellent Phase One outing CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE FIRST AVENGER! Peggy, Bucky, Puny Steve, Red Skull, the Tesseract, and more... 

Comic Talk and Previews! And this month, we're joined by Prestige Sponsor Adam Chapman of the Comic Shenanigans podcast. After learning about Adam's geek story, his podcast, and sharing his geekdom with his family, we delve into a number of topics including the return of Star Wars to theaters for its 50th Anniversary, the Netflix/WB/Paramount bidding war and what that means for the movie and tv industry, and a bevy of comic coming attractions and recommendations for titles shipping mostly in February 2026! (1:33:12)

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