Men of Steel

Supergirl has arrived in the DCU, and Men of Steel is here to talk about it. Case, Jmike, and special guest Keith Lehtinen break down the new film, from Kara's traumatic past on Argo to her bond with Krypto, her contrast with Superman, the use of Lobo, and whether this adaptation of Woman of Tomorrow sticks the landing. The episode also features cameo reactions from Alan Williams, Ben Haslar, Bret...

Captain America comes to Men of Steel for the Fourth of July! Case and Jmike welcome Nicolas Cattelan from Below Deck: Down Under for a conversation about Captain America: The Winter Soldier , the MCU's spy-thriller masterpiece about trust, freedom, fascism, friendship, and one very good man refusing to move. Support us on Patreon ! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode...

This week, Case and Jmike are joined by Jim Fetters of Long Live the Legion to explore Legends of Dead Earth: Superboy , a wild 1996 annual that imagines an Aztec-inspired world where Superman's legacy has been twisted by power, greed, and ego. We discuss corrupt mentors, future myths, Quetzalcoatl, evil Superman vibes that feel surprisingly ahead of their time, and a new Superboy determined to re...

A brief personal update from Case about the current state of Men of Steel: First and foremost, the show is on a short hiatus following the passing of my cohost Jmike Folson's father. Jmike and his family are in our thoughts, and we appreciate everyone's patience and understanding while he takes the time he needs. I also wanted to finally address something we hadn't formally announced: beginning in...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined by Jay McKiernan to explore the Legends of Dead Earth annual for Superman: The Man of Steel from 1996. Written by Kurt Busiek , this issue delivers a sweeping space opera full of big ideas, bold heroism, and some seriously strong artwork to match. Spoiler alert: we all love this one. Support us on Patreon ! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMed...

This week on Men of Steel, Case and Jmike are joined by Frank Hernandez to discuss the Legends of Dead Earth annual for The Adventures of Superman. We unpack how the story explores an oppressed people who've been gaslit into believing they were the villains—and the role Superman plays in revealing the truth, restoring history, and reframing heroism in a broken world. Support us on Patreon! https:/...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined by Keith Lehtinen to explore the Legends of Dead Earth DC Annual featuring the memory of Supergirl . We dig into this bleak future tale, how Supergirl fits into DC's long tradition of alternate timelines, and what this story reveals about legacy when hope is in short supply. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of...

We're joined by Alex and Amanda Ramsey from Night of the Batmen for Part 1 of a crossover discussion on the 1999 World's Finest series! We dig into Superman and Batman at the turn of the millennium, the tone of late-'90s DC, and why this era of team-ups still sparks debate. Part 2 continues on Night of the Batmen —so make sure to catch both sides of the conversation! Support us on Patreon! https:/...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined by Kris Ingersoll ( Media/Lit , Batman By The Numbers ) to talk about the 1990 World's Finest miniseries! We dig into how this story redefined the dynamic between Superman and Batman, the tone of early '90s DC, and why this team-up still holds up decades later. #MenOfSteelPod #WorldsFinest #Superman #Batman #DCComics #ComicsPodcast #KrisIngerso...

No guests this time — just Case and Jmike diving into Naomi , both the first comic volume by Brian Michael Bendis, David F. Walker, and Jamal Campbell, and the CW pilot it inspired! We unpack her origins, the themes of identity and legacy, and how this new hero fits into the Superman-adjacent universe. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Origina...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined once again by Logan Crowley to dive into the back half of Alan Moore's Supreme saga — Supreme: The Return ! We explore how Moore redefined heroism through metafiction, nostalgia, and some of the boldest Superman-adjacent storytelling of the '90s. Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Originally...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike sit down with legendary comics writer J.M. DeMatteis to talk about his incredible career and his thoughts on the Man of Steel himself. From Kraven's Last Hunt to Justice League International and beyond, we dive into storytelling, spirituality, and what makes Superman such an enduring symbol of hope. #MenOfSteelPod #JMDeMatteis #Superman #DCComics #ComicsP...

This week on Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined once again by friend of the show JD Martin to talk about the 2010 animated super-comedy Megamind ! We dig into its sharp humor, surprisingly heartfelt themes, and why this blue-skinned "villain" might be one of the most Superman-adjacent characters DreamWorks ever created. #MenOfSteelPod #Megamind #SupermanAdjacent #JDmartin #Animation #Superhe...

This week our latest Men of Steel is a conversation with DJ Nik (Happiness in Darkness, Gold Standard, etc.) about the animated adaptation of Superman: Red Son. Find DJ Nik:  https://www.whiskeyandcigarettesshow.com/happiness-in-darkness Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: September 26, 2025 Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moone...

In this episode of Men of Steel, Case flies solo for a truly super conversation with Paul Kaminski, Superman Group Editor at DC Comics. From current titles to legacy influences, Paul shares behind-the-scenes insights on shaping the world of Superman across books, teams, and timelines. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious how the cape stays iconic decade after decade, this one's for you! S...

In this special crossover episode of Men of Steel , we kick off a two-part team-up with the Long Live the Legion podcast! We're diving into "Foundations," the early 2000s arc from  The Legion —with special guests Jim and Jay from LLtL and the artist of the arc himself, Chris Batista! Together, we explore Superman's legacy in the 31st century, the evolving identity of the Legion, and what it was li...

This week on Men of Steel, Case and Jmike are joined by writer and critic Jesse Fresco to dig into the early 2000s series Cla$$War. We unpack the political fury, superhero deconstruction, and lasting relevance of this overlooked gem from the Bush-era boom in gritty, socially charged comics. #MenOfSteelPod #Cla$$War #RobWilliams #SupermanAdjacent #JesseFresco #ComicsPodcast   Support us on Patreon!...

On this heartfelt installment of Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined by Ryan Luis Rodriguez ( One Track Mind , Reels of Justice ) to discuss the powerful documentary Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story . We reflect on Reeve's legacy as both a performer and a real-life hero, unpack the emotional depth of the film, and celebrate the enduring impact of the Man of Steel. #ChristopherReeve #Sup...

There's a new Superman movie out so OBVIOUSLY we're covering it! It's a big enough deal that we even got CPOV Founder Addy Thomas to come out of podcast retirement and join us for the main discussion! On top of that we solicited feedback from our listeners and, boy, did they deliver!  Tune in for our thoughts and the thoughts of: Alex Ramsey Ben Haslar Derek Van Dyke Ed Gross JD Martin Jesse Fresc...

On this episode of Men of Steel , Case and Jmike are joined by nerd about town Adam Lance Garcia to dive into one of the perenial crossovers of the '70s: Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man ! We talk tabloid-sized team-ups, Bronze Age bravado, and what happens when DC and Marvel let their icons share a skyline. Who wins? … I mean… It's Superman. It's obviously Superman. But that said, it's a blast...

Supergirl crashes to Earth, and we're ready to talk fashion, fights, and Fourth World politics. Joined by Alex and Amanda from Night of the Batman , we revisit the iconic Superman/Batman arc "The Supergirl From Krypton" and its animated adaptation "Superman/Batman: Apocalypse", but which version flies higher? Check out Alex and Amanda's stuff: SSYSK LINK: https://www.youtube.com/@SuperheroSYSK FLA...

Marvel's The Incredible Hulk wanders around the desert and then stumbles into the middle of a barbecue and that interferes with Superman getting a milkshake. Hilarity ensues. But in all seriousness, this is a great comic! Join us for our discussion about it with Logan Crowley! Men of Steel Full Episode Originally aired: June 6, 2025 Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Scored by Geoff Moonen Overview In thi...

Marvel's Most Wanted are here to deliver some Justice like Lightning! Case and Jmike reflect on the latest MCU entry, Thunderbolts*, with friend of the show, Joe Mastropiero. Overview In the latest episode of the podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Jmike Folson, along with guest Joe Mastropiero, delve into Marvel's Thunderbolts movie, connecting its themes to the recently released Superman trailer. They...

Case and Jmike are joined by Logan Crowley to discuss one of the few times where Superman is the underdog in the story, when he crossed over with the Silver Surfer!   Overview In the latest episode of the podcast, hosts Case Aiken and Jmike Folson welcome guest Logan Crowley to discuss the recently published DC versus Marvel omnibus, centering on the 90s crossover story featuring Silver Surfer and...

Case and Jmike are joined by Ed Gross to talk about his books on Superman!   Voices From Krypton Superman: The Definitive History   Overview   In this engaging podcast interview, hosts Case Aiken and Jmike welcome Ed Gross, a prolific author known for his in-depth oral histories, particularly focusing on Superman. The conversation begins with an exploration of Ed's background and his extensive wor...