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In this episode we discuss Legion of Super-Heroes #15, “Hostage on a Hostile Star”. Sun Boy vs Doctor Regulus as the Legion debates the readiness of their newest members! Plus, Who’s Who entries and we announce our first contest winner! (2:10:05) TIMESTAMPS:   (00:44) Preamble, updates and the winner of our first ever contest is announced! (08:52) Legion of Super-Heroes #15 synopsis and general th...

The Heroes in Crisis Breakdown continues with issue 6: a focus on Harley Quinn, Wally West and Gnarrk the Last Cro-Magnon. (1:01:09)   Heroes in Crisis 6 covers by Mitch Gerads & Ryan Sook   DC Rebirth 2016 Special homage! Phil Jimenez & co (left) and Mitch Gerards & co (right)   The JLA at their zenith by Alex Ross   peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 449: Heroes...

The Breakdown of Heroes in Crisis hits the midpoint with issue 5! Sanctuary made public! Booster Gold on the run! A Wally West revelation! This episode also takes a quick look at Flash Annual 2! (57:23) DC Noise Ep.3:   www.dcnoisepodcast.com/2008/04/04/dc-noise-no-3   covers for Heroes in Crisis 5 & Flash Annual 2   peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 448: Heroes in Crisis 5 Breakdo...

In this episode, we discuss Legion of Super-Heroes #14, “Unto the New Generation”, where the Legion finally gets some new blood! Plus, Who’s Who entries and more! (2:47:51) TIMESTAMPS: (00:42) Preamble, updates and Feedback (17:34) Legion of Super-Heroes #14 synopsis, general thoughts, & the end of the Levitz/Lightle collaboration (37:08) Baxter vs the Tales cover comparison (46:30) LSH #14 ma...

In this episode, we discuss Legion of Super-Heroes #13, “If You Think Khunds Are Cuddly, You’ll Love The Lythyls!” wherein Timber Wolf fulfills Karate Kid’s final wish. Plus, Who’s Who entries and a contest announcement! (1:59:32) TIMESTAMPS: (00:43) Preamble, details on our first contest, & Legion comic news (19:55) Legion of Super-Heroes #13 synopsis, general thoughts, & comparing covers...

Timeline Tuesday cycles back to January for the new year! Comicbook anniversaries, first appearances and creator tidbits featuring Alex Summers, Captain Marvel (both DC & Marvel), Man-Ape and more! (24:05) TIMESTAMPS: (01:26) 10 years ago: January 2009  (08:39) 25 years ago: January 1994 (18:48) 50 years ago: January 1969 peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 447: Timeline Tuesday: January first...

The Super-Blog Team Up returns for the topic of Redemption! Listen in to hear about the Redemption of Thanos from the 2004 “Samaritan” storyline by Keith Giffen, Ron Lim & company! (20:23) Coffee and Comics Blog Two Staple Gold Comic Reviews By Walt Comics Comics Blog The Superhero Satellite Longbox Review Between The Pages Blog The Unspoken Decade Black, White and Bronze Chris Is...

The secrets behind Sanctuary are about to become public just as both Booster Gold & Harley Quinn find unexpected allies. The Breakdown of Heroes in Crisis continues with issue 4! (44:03) peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 445: Heroes in Crisis 4 Breakdown first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Thoughts & reactions to “Dick Grayson”, the season 1 finale of the Titans TV show. Trigon makes his move and Dick Grayson is his first target! (12:55) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 28: the Titans episode 11 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Thoughts & reactions to Episode 10 of the Titans TV show. The Titans learn more about Koriand’r just as Rachel’s father finally comes to Earth! (21:21) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 27: the Titans episode 10 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Introducing: Tales of The Legion Project! A supplemental podcast spotlighting Legion v3 Specials, Annuals, Mini-Series & more! In this episode, Eric & Peter discuss the 1985 Legion of Substitute Heroes Special! (2:03:39) TIMESTAMPS: (01:00) Intro and origin of the Tales podcast (05:42) Legion of Substitute Heroes Special synopsis, general thoughts, & background info (29:04) On the cove...

Timeline Tuesday for December! Comicbook anniversaries, first appearances and creator tidbits featuring Hellboy, Dark Reign, Gardner Fox, Vandal Savage and more! (23:59) NOTES: (01:11) 10 years ago: December 2008 (05:19) 25 years ago: December 1993 (15:14) 50 years ago: December 1968 (18:50) 75 years ago: December 1943 peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 444: Timeline Tuesday: December first appea...

The Breakdown of DC’s Heroes in Crisis event continues with issue 3; Sanctuary is explored through the therapy sessions of Lagoon Boy, Wally West and Booster Gold! (37:08) peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 443: Heroes in Crisis 3 Breakdown first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Thoughts & reactions to Episode 9 of the Titans TV show detailing the origins behind Hank “Hawk” Hall and Dawn “Dove” Granger! (14:24) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 26: the Titans episode 9 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Superman the Movie celebrated its 40th Anniversary this month by returning to theaters for a limited run. Here are a few thoughts connecting the Movie to other Superman mythos! (23:04) peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 442: 40th Anniversary of Superman the Movie first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Thoughts & reactions to Episode 8 of the Titans TV show introducing… finally!… Donna Troy! (21:27) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 25: the Titans episode 8 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

The Titans TV show episode 7! The Organization has captured the Titans and we meet Rachel’s mother. Plus, have we seen the last of Dick Grayson as Robin? (19:48) MUSIC:  “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 24: the Titans episode 7 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

The Titans TV show episode 6! Dick Grayson’s past comes back to haunt him just as his future draws closer upon meeting his replacement as Robin, Jason Todd! (21:30) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 23: the Titans episode 6 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Timeline Tuesday for November! Comicbook anniversaries, first appearances and major events featuring Secret Invasion, the Bat-Cave, Blue Marvel, Green Lantern, John Buscema, Marvels & more! (18:29) NOTES: (02:05) 10 years ago: November 2008 (06:54) 25 years ago: November 1993 (13:08) 50 years ago: November 1968 (16:00) 75 years ago: November 1943 peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 441: Timeli...

The Titans are together and learning about each other, just as the Nuclear Family attacks! Plus, Robin meets Robin on episode 5 of the Titans TV show! (15:59) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com   The post The Tower 22: the Titans episode 5 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

The Titans meet the Doom Patrol! Robotman, Negative Man, Rita Farr and the Chief come to the Titans TV show for episode 4! (26:39) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner peter@thedailyrios.com The post The Tower 21: the Titans episode 4 first appeared on The Daily Rios .

The Breakdown of DC’s Heroes in Crisis event continues with issue 2; as well as tie-ins from Green Arrow 45 & Red Hood: Outlaw 27! (51:50) peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 440: Heroes in Crisis 2 Breakdown first appeared on The Daily Rios .

Kory meets Rachel. Rachel meets Gar. Dick meets Kory. And more of Rachel’s backstory is revealed. Listen in for reactions to Episode 3 of the Titans TV show! (25:52) MUSIC: “Titans Theme” by Clint Mansell & Kevin Kiner Steeven Orr Else podcast: www.steevenorrelse.com Batman in Popular Culture Conference, BGSU: www.comicgesellschaft.de/en/2018/04/13/cfp-batman-in-popular-culture peter@the...

In this episode, we discuss Legion of Super-Heroes #12, “The More Things Change”, wherein the Legion elects a leader, and the Legion founders announce their resignations! Plus, Who’s Who entries and a special announcement! (2:02:12) TIMESTAMPS: (00:42) Preamble, anniversary talk, and feedback (13:46) Legion of Super-Heroes  issue #12 synopsis, general thoughts, and comparing covers (30:48) Main di...

Timeline Tuesday for October! Comicbook anniversaries, first appearances and major events featuring the Guardians of the Galaxy, Tim Drake, G.I. Joe, Dolphin, Jeph Loeb & Tim Sale and more! (19:21) NOTES: (01:33) 10 years ago: October 2008 (04:53) 25 years ago: October 1993 (10:13) 50 years ago: October 1968 peter@thedailyrios.com The post TDR 439: Timeline Tuesday: October first appeared on T...