All Star Superfan Podcast

Alan and Rob are honoured and delighted to be joined by one of the most celebrated Superman writers EVER - Mark Waid, co-creator of stories such as 'Kingdom Come', 'Superman Birthright', as well as iconic runs on The Flash, Captain America, Daredevil and so much more.  We talk about all of our favourite stories written by Mark as well as his approach to Superman and the indelible impact the Man of...

ADVENTURE RUNS IN THE FAMILY Alan and Rob take a fond look back at the charming-but-daft Supergirl movie from 1984 with legendary Superfan (and webmaster of Supermania.com) Martin Lakin, a true gentleman and a man whose depth of knowledge and appreciation for the Christopher Reeve Superman films is as vast as all the stars in the 28 known galaxies.     We want to hear from YOU! Get in touch on our...

You might believe a man can push an asteroid! Rob and Alan complete their journey through the stars as they explore two more episodes based on the classic 'Menace from the Stars' comic - an episode of 'Superboy' that somehow manages to crowbar in death cults and an episode of 'Lois & Clark' that features some of the most breathtaking flying effects in the history of the character (no it doesn't)....

Menace from the Stars! Death from Above! Panic in the Sky! Rob and Alan explore the the comic book story 'The Menace from the Stars' and its three live action adaptations, all of which follow an amnesiac Superman as an asteroid threatens to wipe out all life on Earth. We discuss the simple joys of a wonderful Silver Age story and Alan loses his mind with rage as the beloved George Reeves series co...

Alan and Rob talk all things Super with legendary comic scribe JM De Matteis - from JM's historic run on Justice League International to his work on the DC animated films to Alan's favourite Superman/Batman mashup "Speeding Bullets", we even discuss JM's work on some of Rob's favourite episodes of the "Superboy" TV show.  PLUS: Hear JM's thoughts on the new Kraven movie AND why he doesn't think To...

Alan and Rob give their spoiler-filled thoughts on the first season of "Superman & Lois" in a fun-filled discussion of one of the best modern interpretations of the character in a long time.    We want to hear from YOU! What did you like or dislike about the new show? Let us know on our socials, or on our dedicated "Superman & Lois" Facebook group - "Superman & Lois: The Legacy"!   FACEBOOK:    @a...

On this week's exciting episode, Rob and Alan are joined by YouTube legend and Superman expert Oliver Harper to get his thoughts on all things Man of Steel - we discuss the Superman movies, Superman music, TV shows and get Oliver's thoughts on both "Superman & Lois" and the recent Superman movie news. Be sure to check out Oliver's incredible YouTube channel where he posts incredible retrospective...

...and no, the N64 game is not on this list! Faster than a speeding bullet, Alan and Rob zoom through the complicated history of Superman's adventures in the cyber sphere, from humble beginnings on the Atari 2600 to the latest games on the PS4. What do we love? What do we hate? What is the game that comes closest to capturing the feeling of being more powerful than a locomotive? How many rings is...

Special mini issue: Rob and Alan pay tribute to iconic director and Superman legend Richard Donner.    FACEBOOK:    @allstarsuperfan INSTAGRAM: @allstarsuperfan TWITTER:       @allstarsuperpod

Alan and Rob go HEAD TO HEAD discussing their favourite depiction of Superman's legendary origin, discussing two very different modern takes. They also gush over Grant Morrison's masterpiece (and the story this podcast was named after) All Star Superman.  Let us know your favourite Superman origin stories as well as any other thoughts on this week's episode! FACEBOOK:    @allstarsuperfan INSTAGRAM...

Alan and Rob dive into the Kryptonian archives to highlight their favourite Superman comic books from the weird to the wonderful!   Let us know your favourite Superman comics!  INSTAGRAM: @allstarsuperfan TWITTER: @allstarsuperpod FACEBOOK: @allstarsuperfan

In the endless reaches of the universe, there once existed two Irishmen in their 30s who decided to explore how and why they love Superman. Join Alan Burke and Rob O'Connor in this first exciting episode as we throw the ball around how we came to love Superman, why he has resonated so much throughout our lives and which of the many versions have had the biggest impact on us! Facebook: All-Star Sup...