Explore every episode of the podcast Superman Lives
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| Superman Lives Vol. 3, Episode 9: Superman and Spider-Man! | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:35:28 | |
Hold on to the rails of the Cosmic Treadmill as we travel back to Superman Lives, Volume 2! It's the summer of 2017, and Chris and his then co-host, Michael "Professor Geek" Critzer, discuss how Superman influenced Spider-Man and the latest Spidey movie at the time, Spider-Man: Homecoming! The original episode on YouTube Visit Professor Geek on YouTube! Send email to metropolismailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue. | |||
| Superman Lives Vol. 3, Episode 8: "Whatever Happened To The Man of Tomorrow?" | 01 Sep 2024 | 00:53:02 | |
In this month's episode, Chris analyzes Alan Moore's "Whatever Happened To The Man of Tomorrow." Email: metropolismailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue: metropolismailbag@gmail.com. | |||
| Superman Lives Season 2, Episode 1: Funeral For A Friend, Chapter 2 | 08 Jan 2023 | 00:46:21 | |
In this week's episode, I wrap up my discussion of "Funeral For A Friend," the immediate follow-up to "The Death of Superman." | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 12: Funeral For A Friend, Part 1 | 01 Jan 2023 | 01:03:35 | |
In this week's episode, I begin my review of "Funeral For A Friend," the immediate follow-up to "The Death of Superman." | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 11: The Spirit of Superman and The Christmas Spirit | 24 Dec 2022 | 00:33:13 | |
In this special Christmas episode, I discuss Superman #76, the second "Metropolis Mailbag" Christmas story, released on December 23, 1992. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 10: Metropolis Mailbag! | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:48:58 | |
In this first installment of the Metropolis Mailbag, I read and respond to "letters" (emails and YouTube comments this week) sent in by Superman Lives listeners. Links referenced this episode: The Longest Running Superhero RPG On Earth CK: Cultural Kitsch | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 9: The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special Review | 05 Dec 2022 | 01:12:07 | |
My review of The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special, released in November 2022. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 8: The Death of Superman, Chapter 7 | 18 Nov 2022 | 01:20:57 | |
The final chapter of the legendary "The Death of Superman" arc is here: Superman #75! Superman #75 news story, featuring Noell Neil and Jack Larson | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 7: The Death of Superman, Chapter 6 | 12 Nov 2022 | 00:59:54 | |
In this week's episode, I discuss Superman: The Man of Steel #19, the fifth chapter of The Death of Superman. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 6: The Death of Superman, Chapters 1 - 5 | 06 Nov 2022 | 01:16:36 | |
n this episode, I discuss the first five chapters of the iconic "Death of Superman" storyline, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Issues: Justice League America #69 Superman (Volume 2) #74 Adventures of Superman #497 Action Comics #684 Email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 5: "The Super Wolf-Man of Krypton?" | 22 Oct 2022 | 00:53:38 | |
In this first of two episodes celebrating the Halloween season, I discuss the horror-themed Superman #422, written by Marv Wolfman, interior art by Curt Swan, Larry Mahlstedt, and Tom Yeates, and cover art by Brian Bolland. Click here to see Brian Bolland's Superman #422 cover. Contact Chris via email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 4: Is Superman A Savior Or A Brawler? | 15 Oct 2022 | 00:52:10 | |
Recent news suggests that Henry Cavill's Man of Steel character will be returning in a future film to face Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam. Much was made about this possibility by Zack Snyder fans and others who seem obsessed with the idea of Superman fighting. This raises an important question: is Superman simply about his pure physical abilities or something more? Is his only contribution to a story his power and destructive capability? Contact Superman Lives: supermanlivespodcast@gmail.com | |||
| Superman Lives V. 3, Episode 7: Science Proves That Superman Makes People Better | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:45:36 | |
In this month's episode, Chris discusses the findings of a scientific study that explored how just an image of Superman affected the altruistic behavior of test subjects who were exposed to it. Heroic Helping: The Effects of Priming Superhero Images On Prosociality MetropolisMailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 3: What I Want To See In A Superman Movie | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:52:49 | |
In this third part of a three-part series on faithfully adapting Superman to the big screen, I discuss what I'd like to see in a Superman movie. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 2: DC and Superman Movie News | 30 Sep 2022 | 01:00:34 | |
In this week's episode, Chris discusses the latest DC movie news and rumors and what they may mean for Superman on film. Contact Chris via email: supermanlivespodcast@gmail.com Visit Superman Lives on Facebook. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode 1: What Makes A Faithful Superman Adaptation | 23 Sep 2022 | 01:10:04 | |
In this first episode, Superman Lives host Chris Meaux explores the elements that must be present for a Superman adaptation to be truly faithful to the source material. | |||
| Superman Lives Episode Zero: Taking Flight | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:42:27 | |
In Episode Zero of Superman Lives, you'll be treated to a story that reveals my retconned origin in light of Zero Hour, Crisis In Time! Superman Lives, a podcast dedicated to the iconic portrayals of the first and greatest superhero, Superman! In this episode, I introduce myself and my "Secret Origin" as a Superman fan. For questions or comments, please feel free to send me an email: supermanlivespodcast@gmail.com. Stay super! | |||
| Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 6: The "Proto-Supermen!" | 01 Jul 2024 | 00:37:13 | |
In this month's episode, Chris explores the "proto-Supermen" who preceded the iconic Siegel and Shuster Superman that debuted in Action Comics #1. Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue. | |||
| Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 5: Super Random Review | 31 May 2024 | 00:36:23 | |
In this month's episode, Chris briefly discusses the reveal of David Corenswet's costume and reviews a randomly-selected issue of Superman Adventures. Superman Lives email: metropolismailbag@gmail.com. James Gunn's Galootman Suit: You'll Believe A Man Can Sit! Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue. | |||
| Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 4: The Amazing Story of Superman...Yellow?! | 01 May 2024 | 00:38:18 | |
In this month's episode, Chris talks the forthcoming "Super/Man" documentary about Christopher Reeve and pitches an idea for a sequel to the 1996 Superman saga, "Superman Blue." Links: | |||
| Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 3: Vintage "Man of Steel" Review From 2013 | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:59:09 | |
In this month's episode, Chris shares his newly-rediscovered review of "Man of Steel," broadcast as part of the first volume of Superman Lives back in 2014. | |||
| Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 2: Superman's Birthday(s)! | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:40:36 | |
In this episode, Chris discusses the history of Superman's fictional birthday and the evolving case of Superman's real-world first appearance in Action Comics #1. Links Referenced: Mike's Amazing World of Comics: DC Release Dates Brian Cronin's Comic Book Legends Revealed!: Was Action Comics #1 Really Released On April 18th? | |||
| Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 1: Recommended Superman Reading | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:31:56 | |
In this episode, Chris discusses some of his favorite Superman collections, available from InStockTrades.com. Links are provided below. Note: InStockTrades.com does not endorse nor pay for this content. Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 1 Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 2 Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 3 Superman and Lois Lane: The 25th Wedding Anniversary Death and Return of Superman Omnibus Superman '78 Variant Dustjacket HC Superman Kryptonite Nevermore HC All Star Superman The Deluxe Edition HC Superboy A Celebration of 75 Years HC | |||
| Superman Lives Season 2, Episode 2: The Reign of The Supermen and The Return of Superman | 28 Dec 2023 | 01:30:48 | |
In this second and final episode of Superman Lives Season Two, I wrap up my celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Deathand Return of Superman saga by discussing the Reign of The Supermen and The Return of Superman arcs. | |||
| Superman Lives S3, E10: Why Is April 18th "Superman Day?" | 18 Apr 2025 | 00:31:42 | |
In this episode, Chris discusses the significance of April 18th to WBD/DC Comics with regards to Superman and the true release date of Action Comics #1. Links: Was Action Comics #1 Really Released On April 18th? Mike's Amazing World of Comics: Secret To DC Cover Dates Superman Lives Email: metropolismailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue: metropolismailbag@gmail.com. | |||