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For Comic Junkies

By JJ

Welcome to Erie, PA’s number one source for comic book entertainment in podcast form :) Here we talk about comics and pop culture and how they affect and interact with our daily lives!
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Justice League: Comfort and Joy!

For Comic JunkiesNov 28, 2023

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Justice League: Comfort and Joy!

Justice League: Comfort and Joy!

Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) returns with some Christmas cheer with a special episode about how the Justice League celebrates Christmas! Oh yeah and this is one of the CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN episodes. So that’s cool too :)
Nov 28, 202341:08
The Exorcist! 50 Years of Terrifying Audiences!

The Exorcist! 50 Years of Terrifying Audiences!

Listen if you dare as Cookie (Cookie Munster Make Up) and I do a deep dive on (in my opinion) the scariest film of all time with The Exorcist! We get into the film’s lasting legacy and why it still holds up in 2023!
Oct 31, 202301:00:17
Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?

Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Zach Moore (Always Hold On To Smallville) joins me to discuss one of the most significant Superman tales in modern history!
Oct 27, 202301:19:10
Superman: Son of Kal El!

Superman: Son of Kal El!

Join TJ (Gotham Outsiders) and I as we dig into Jon Kent’s first solo story “The Truth!” We discuss the controversial aging up of the character and how it ended up working well for the stories told under Tom Taylor’s run!
Oct 16, 202301:04:17
Lois Lane: Enemy of the People!

Lois Lane: Enemy of the People!

It’s not just Superman’s 85th! Celebrate the legacy of Lois Lane with Chris (Gotham Outsiders) as we get into Enemy of the People! Lois is a champion for the truth and will stop at nothing to expose corruption!
Oct 13, 202301:29:42
Man of Steel by John Byrne!

Man of Steel by John Byrne!

Join Garret Grev (Batman on Film) and I as we dig into Superman’s reinvention post Crisis with John Byrne. We get into it’s long standing effects and influence on Superman media.
Oct 03, 202301:23:23
Forever Evil!

Forever Evil!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! BJ Shea (The Batman Universe) joins me to discuss the first crossover event in the New 52 FOREVER EVIL! We get into the awesome doppelgängers of the Crime Syndicate and how Lex Luthor learns to be a hero for once!
Sep 26, 202301:01:23
Doomsday Clock! Superman v Dr. Manhattan!

Doomsday Clock! Superman v Dr. Manhattan!

Brian (Sheehan Comics) returns to the show to discuss Superman’s pivotal role in the Watchmen/DC crossover Doomsday Clock! We get into what makes Superman so special and how only he could possibly teach Dr Manhattan about hope.
Sep 22, 202301:31:02
Superman: Rebirth!

Superman: Rebirth!

Ricky Church (Flickering Myth) is not the only one returning to the show - it’s Superman Reborn! Or Rebirth? It’s a lot and we cover three arcs in the beginning of Superman’s arc during Rebirth!
Sep 15, 202301:27:19
Superman vs The Elite! What’s So Funny About Truth, Justice, and the American Way!

Superman vs The Elite! What’s So Funny About Truth, Justice, and the American Way!

Anthony Desiato (Digging for Kryptonite) returns to the show to discuss one of the best and my personal favorite Superman movie Superman vs the Elite and the comic that inspired it - What’s So Funny About Truth, Justice, and the American Way! We get into the story’s themes of Superman’s relevancy and his role in the world in this timeless story!
Sep 04, 202301:11:59
Superman/Wonder Woman: Power Couple!

Superman/Wonder Woman: Power Couple!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Brian (Sheehan Comics) returns to the show to discuss the first volume of Superman/Wonder Woman from the New 52! We get into their controversial pairing and why it worked!
Aug 29, 202301:08:51
Superman II !

Superman II !

Daryn Kirscht (Round II) joins me to discuss Superman 2! We get into the theatrical vs Donner cut and what makes this film a classic story in the Superman mythos!
Aug 22, 202301:40:04
Superman and the Legion of Superheroes!

Superman and the Legion of Superheroes!

Chris Clow (the Comic Binge) returns to the show to discuss one of my all time favorite Superman stories. We get into Superman’s past with the Legion of Superheroes and the scary way the Earth turned its back on aliens in the future!
Aug 14, 202301:30:42
Superman: Dark Knight Over Metropolis!

Superman: Dark Knight Over Metropolis!

Justin Kowalski (Let’s Go) returns to the show for Superman’s 85th anniversary to discuss the “first” meeting of the Worlds Finest in the Post-Crisis continuity! We dig into the story and how it inspired the Superman Animated Series and Batman v Superman!
Aug 07, 202301:03:58
The Dark Knight! 15 Years of Chaos and Believing in Harvey Dent!

The Dark Knight! 15 Years of Chaos and Believing in Harvey Dent!

Journey with Kristy Gnibus (Political Activist) and I back to Gotham City while Harvey Dent was the D.A., Batman was on the streets, and the Joker delivered chaos wherever he went! We get into the complex themes the movie offers including the dangers of hero worship with politicians and crime fighters.
Jul 31, 202301:22:00
Martian Manhunter on Supergirl!

Martian Manhunter on Supergirl!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Lauren Smith (Your Friendly Neighborhood Bi) returns to the show to discuss the Martian Manhunter’s arc on Supergirl. From Hank Henshaw to J’Onn to foster father to the heroines of the series we have a lot to discuss!
Jul 26, 202301:29:25
Jurassic Park! 30 Years Later!

Jurassic Park! 30 Years Later!

Zaki Hasan & Bryan Hall (Moviefilm Podcast) join me to discuss the 1993 classic Jurassic Park! We get into the film’s lasting popularity and the way it specifically imprinted on all of us as kids.
Jul 18, 202301:35:38
Man of Steel!

Man of Steel!

Tune in as Nikko Caruso (Vigilante 1939) returns to discuss the 10th anniversary of Man of Steel! This film kickstarted the DCEU and we have a lot to say on this bold new take on Superman!
Jul 11, 202301:11:27
Superman: Up In The Sky!

Superman: Up In The Sky!

Carlos (Nerd Room) returns to the show to discuss the modern classic Superman: Up In The Sky! We get into the themes of loneliness and heroism and what makes Superman the greatest hero in the DC Universe!
Jul 03, 202301:04:37
The Final Days of Superman!

The Final Days of Superman!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Anthony Desiato (Digging for Kryptonite) returns to the show to discuss yet ANOTHER death of Superman! Except this time it sticks! Kind of. Comics are weird.
Jun 30, 202301:00:51
The Flash: Flashpoint and Beyond!

The Flash: Flashpoint and Beyond!

Nikko Caruso (Vigilante 1939) races over to discuss time travel and multiverse shenanigans during THE FLASH! We get into the the ups and downs of the movie as well as it’s comic book counterpart FLASHPOINT!
Jun 25, 202301:36:40
Superman Animated: Apokalips Now!

Superman Animated: Apokalips Now!

Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) returns from the fire pits of Apokalips to discuss arguably the best episode of Superman the Animated Series- Apokalips Now! We get into the story itself as well as the brilliant vocal performances from the cast!
Jun 21, 202301:14:09
Superman For All Seasons!

Superman For All Seasons!

Emmet Davis (Gathering of the Geeks) joins me to discuss a great but smaller origin story for Superman - For All Seasons!
Jun 12, 202353:32
Action Comics: The New 52!

Action Comics: The New 52!

Jack Ingram (Artist Extraordinaire) joins me to discuss Grant Morrison’s first arc during the New 52 about Superman! We get into Morrison’s wild ideas and how they put the ACTION in Action Comics!
Jun 05, 202301:03:13
Blackest Night!

Blackest Night!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Nick Zednik (Vigilante 1939) returns to discuss the sensational DC crossover Blackest Night! We get into the themes of life and death and the resurrecting superheroes that keep dying and coming back to life!
May 31, 202301:14:22
Superman: Birthright!

Superman: Birthright!

Chris Evans (Gathering of the Geeks) returns to the show to talk about one of the best, if not THE best, Superman origin story BIRTHRIGHT! We discuss the story’s influence on super-media as well as how it captured our hearts the first time we read it. Plus a cameo from my daughter towards the end!
May 29, 202358:36
Lois and Clark!

Lois and Clark!

Zaki Hasan (Moviefilm Podcast) returns to the show for the SUMMER OF SUPERMAN! We get into the first episode of Lois and Clark and it’s place in Superman history!
May 22, 202358:57
Superman: Secret Origin!

Superman: Secret Origin!

Zach Moore (Always Hold On To Smallville) returns to discuss a different Superman origin story! We discuss Geoff Johns and Gary Frank’s retelling of the early days of Clark Kent’s journey from Superboy to Superman!
May 16, 202301:41:24
All Star Superman!

All Star Superman!

Nick Zednik (Vigilante 1939) flies in to discuss All Star Superman! This classic tale is the inspiration for James Gunn’s upcoming Superman reboot and we break it down for ya!
May 08, 202301:07:59
Superman: The Movie! 45 Years of Believing a Man Can Fly!

Superman: The Movie! 45 Years of Believing a Man Can Fly!

Up up and away with Bill Ramey (Batman On Film) as we discuss arguably the second most important Superman story ever told - Superman: The Movie! We get into the film’s legacy and why it holds up as a classic in the comic book genre!
May 03, 202301:10:31
Dark Nights: Metal!

Dark Nights: Metal!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Ricky Church (Flickering Myth) joins me to discuss the wild and crazy Metal story from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo!
Apr 24, 202301:14:50
Injustice!

Injustice!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Chris Clow (the Comic Binge) returns to the show to discuss my favorite Elseworlds story- INJUSTICE!
Mar 27, 202301:15:23
Batman: The Killing Joke! 35 Years of One Bad Day!

Batman: The Killing Joke! 35 Years of One Bad Day!

Alex Robson (Batman the Animated Series Podcast) joins me at Amusement Mile to discuss the classic tale of One Bad Day between Batman, the Joker, and Jim Gordon. Plus the differences from the book to the animated film!
Mar 21, 202301:41:40
Scream 6: Subverting Expectations

Scream 6: Subverting Expectations

TJ (Gotham Outsiders) returns to the show to talk about Scream 6. We get into our fandom and what makes us keep coming back for more scary movies! Spoilers ahead!
Mar 13, 202301:22:59
For The Man Who Has Everything!

For The Man Who Has Everything!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Javi Trujillo (Batman on Film) comes on the show to talk the classic Superman tale FOR THE MAN WHO HAS EVERYTHING!
Feb 21, 202301:04:14
The Flash Trailer Reaction!

The Flash Trailer Reaction!

Ginny (my sister) and I give our thoughts on The Flash, the return of Michael Keaton, Zod, Blue and Grey Batfleck, and of course Supergirl!
Feb 13, 202319:42
The DCEU is Dead! Long Live the DCU!

The DCEU is Dead! Long Live the DCU!

It’s a new day in the DC Universe! Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) returns to discuss James Gunn’s DCU announcement! We get candid about our feelings from the old regime to the new one changing things up! Will it work? Time will tell!
Feb 11, 202301:38:58
Justice League: Origin!

Justice League: Origin!

THE CALENDAR HAS SPOKEN! I took a challenge from myself and have decided to let a Justice League calendar tell me my episodes this year. And you know what? It’s working! Chris Evans (Gathering of the Geeks) joins me to discuss Justice League Origin and the animated adaptation Justice League War! And of course it’s influence on Zack Snyder’s Justice League!
Jan 17, 202301:13:53
The Death of Superman! 30 Years and Several Adaptations!

The Death of Superman! 30 Years and Several Adaptations!

Where were you when Superman died? Tune in as Anthony Desiato (Digging for Kryptonite) joins me as we discuss not only the original Death of Superman story but the many adaptations since it was released!
Jan 01, 202301:08:28
TWO-FACE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

TWO-FACE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Zaki Hasan (the Moviefilm Podcast) returns to discuss his SECOND favorite Batman villain Two-Face. We get into the TWO parter of this amazing story and how it affected the relationship between TWO of Gotham's most famous crime fighters with Bruce Wayne and Harvey Dent. We also compare TWO of the live action Dents with Aaron Eckhart and Tommy Lee Jones.
Dec 23, 202234:15
HEART OF ICE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

HEART OF ICE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Garret Grev (Batman on Film) returns to the show to discuss the heartbreaking origin of Mr Freeze during BTAS and it’s impact on the character across all Bat media!
Dec 20, 202249:57
BEWARE THE GREY GHOST! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversay

BEWARE THE GREY GHOST! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversay

Eric Holzman (Straight Outta Gotham) returns to the show to discuss, in my opinion, the best episode of Batman - BEWARE THE GREY GHOST. We discuss how the episode digs into Bruce Wayne's past and the meta context of having Adam West play Batman's hero!
Dec 09, 202255:12
A BULLET FOR BULLOCK! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

A BULLET FOR BULLOCK! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Chris Clow (Binge Comics) joins me to discuss an off the beaten path episode of Batman, A BULLET FOR BULLOCK. We get into the complex character of Harvey Bullock and his contemptuous relationship with Batman.
Dec 04, 202201:09:10
Jason David Frank: The Legendary Power Ranger!

Jason David Frank: The Legendary Power Ranger!

Mike Bufis (The North Jersey Nerd) joins me to pay tribute to the late great Jason David Frank. We discuss our memories of him watching Power Rangers and meeting him at various Comic Cons.
Nov 28, 202201:03:46
MAD LOVE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

MAD LOVE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

TJ (Gotham Outsiders) joins me to discuss one of the heaviest episodes of BTAS Mad Love. We talk about trauma, abuse, and how those themes are well handled in a show made for children.
Nov 22, 202201:05:11
Kevin Conroy: Our Batman Forever

Kevin Conroy: Our Batman Forever

Nick Zednik (Vigilante 1939) joins me to discuss the life and legacy of Kevin Conroy the legendary voice of Batman for the past 30 years.
Nov 15, 202253:18
BANE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

BANE! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Charging in like a luchador is Brian (B-TAS Reunion) to talk the only appearance of Bane in the original Batman animated series! We get into Bane’s origin and how it was faithfully adapted to the series!
Nov 11, 202201:04:35
PERCHANCE TO DREAM! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

PERCHANCE TO DREAM! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Zach Moore (Always Hold On To Smallville) returns to discuss the return of the Mad Hatter and his latest plot to trap Batman - in his own mind! Would you rather live a perfect lie or accept the terrible truth? Tune in to find out!
Oct 21, 202255:35
THE DEMON’S QUEST! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

THE DEMON’S QUEST! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) returns to talk the introduction of Ra’s Al Ghul and his twisted form of justice on to Batman.
Oct 18, 202201:06:13
ALMOST GOT ‘IM! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

ALMOST GOT ‘IM! Batman the Animated Series 30th Anniversary!

Chris Evans (Gathering of the Geeks) returns to the show to discuss the team up and personality driven villain centric of Batman: Almost Got ‘Im. We dig into the characters and how Batman reacts and interacts with his rogues.
Oct 03, 202245:56