Mostly Superheroes

The future of our region depends on strong, supported youth. In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Logan Janis sits down with Brandon Williams, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, to discuss the strategy, scale, and measurable impact of one of the region’s leading youth-serving organizations. Serving 18,000+ youth annually, the Clubs provide safe, structured enviro...

What happens after you build a secret apartment inside a mall… get arrested… go viral globally… and then hit Netflix’s Top 10? In this episode, we sit down with tape art pioneer Michael Townsend — the artist behind the secret mall apartment now featured in Secret Mall Apartment on Netflix — to unpack the full story. But this isn’t just about the apartment. It’s about: The birth of tape art in 1989...

Does The Dark Knight still hold up 18 years later? We brought it back to the big screen at Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis for our first Screen & Social of 2026 — and the fan reactions were 🔥 From “best Batman ever” debates to Heath Ledger’s Joker legacy… from theater nostalgia to deep-cut Alfred appreciation… this episode captures the energy of watching a modern classic in a packed cinema with re...

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The Winter Olympics are heating up. Lord of the Rings is taking over theaters. And we’re giving away Comic-Con, musical, and movie tickets LIVE. Welcome to Friday Live from Mostly Superheroes — your weekly pop culture + community update featuring the biggest events in Saint Louis, major movie re-releases, HBO deep dives, and interactive prize giveaways. This week: • 2026 Winter Olympics medal race...

Tim Convy is back in the basement. Comedian. Musician. Podcaster. Ludo frontman. Co-host of The Consumers. This episode covers everything from the Nate Land at Sea cruise to basement vinyl collections to the terrifying future of AI robots. We talk: • What it’s like touring inside the Nate Land universe • Behind-the-scenes on a comedy cruise • Ludo playing full albums in Chicago • Punk Rock Disney...

Jamie Jirak (The Daily Dot, SlashFilm, Love in the Time of Hydra, Phase Hero, That Hashtag Show) returns to Mostly Superheroes to talk Marvel, Star Wars, Andor Season 2, The Mandalorian & Grogu, Star Wars Celebration 2027, LOST, fandom culture, and why rewatch podcasts might be the future. From defending Andor to debating Grogu’s big-screen future… this one is for the real ones. 🎧 Watch, list...

What happens after work ends… and the loneliness begins? In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, we sit down with Grace Murray from Pathways to Independence, a St. Louis nonprofit creating real-life social skills and community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Since 1987, Pathways has helped people: • Build friendships • Host their own small groups • Gain social confidenc...

🦇 Batman showed up. Winners were chosen. The Dark Knight returns to theaters. In this episode of Mostly Superheroes Friday Live, Logan Janis is joined by Batman of St. Louis to announce the winners for the exclusive screening of The Dark Knight at Alamo Drafthouse Cinema. Plus: New contests and giveaways Upcoming comic conventions Major movie reviews DC debate Local St. Louis events What’s droppi...

In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Logan Janis sits down with the real-life Batman of St. Louis to talk DC fandom, cosplay evolution, community impact, third spaces, mental health, and what it means to show up for your city. PLUS 🎬 We announce and give away tickets to The Dark Knight screening at Alamo Drafthouse (one night only). If you love: Batman comics DC movies The Dark Knight trilogy L...

Join us on the Mostly Superheroes Podcast as we catch up with BradenSTL about the 2026 Foodies Eat First Fest in Saint Louis! 🍔🍹 We dive into all things food, festivals, and the VIP experience. From ticket tiers and exclusive dishes to festival dates and restaurant week across the city, this is your ultimate inside scoop for planning your foodie adventures this year. 00:00:16 – Intro: Live on In...

Hot honey on Saint Louis style pizza? Yeah… it hits. Imo’s teamed up with Mike’s Hot Honey for the Honey Trap — cupping pepperoni, that sweet + heat drizzle, and just enough kick to wake you up. It’s bold, it’s a little dangerous, and it might be the most talked-about collab they’ve done. We sat down with Imo’s Director of Marketing to talk how it happened, why it works, and what it means for the...

Friday LIVE! returns with giveaways, breaking movie news, and our biggest 2026 film breakdown yet. We recap early screenings of: Pillion (4/4 – cinema perfection?) Scarlet (IMAX anime fantasy) Shelter (Jason Statham action thriller) Mercy (Chris Pratt in dystopian AI thriller) 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Marty Supreme (Timothée Chalamet sports drama) Anaconda (Paul Rudd & Jack Black reboot...

Trying to watch the Marvel Cinematic Universe in chronological order — and getting overwhelmed? In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Logan breaks down the entire MCU timeline, explaining the correct chronological watch order, where people usually get confused, and how to actually enjoy the MCU without turning it into homework. 00:00:00 Why the MCU watch order is so confusing (release vs chronolo...

Early, Uncut, and Ad Free for our Monthly Patrons. Subscribe today for as little as $1 a month. Thank you for supporting this independent podcast. In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, host Logan sits down with Aaron Perine — media strategist, educator, and creator behind How to Watch Free TV and Phase Hero — for a wide-ranging conversation about modern media, access, and creativity. 00:00:00 – I...

Mike Schrand has spent more than 30 years at St. Louis Public Radio — and his story is a masterclass in curiosity, creativity, and community. In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Mike joins Logan Janis for a wide-ranging conversation that moves from overnight jazz shifts and Morning Edition to songwriting, cult movies, and why St. Louis is “the world’s largest small town.” We talk about the evol...

The 2026 Screen & Social calendar just dropped 👀 Movie nights, giveaways, comics, and real fan energy — all year long. Spider-Man, Avengers, Supergirl, Voltron & more. St. Louis, this one’s for you. #MostlySuperheroes #MovieTok #MarvelTok #StLouisEvents #ScreenAndSocial

It’s Friday Live on Mostly Superheroes! Host Logan Janis dives into Marvel’s Wonder Man (spoiler-free first reactions), spins the prize wheel with live viewers, and shares major updates on Screen & Social movie events, 2 Rivers Comic Con, and what’s coming next on the podcast. This episode covers: 00:00:17 – Welcome to Friday Live & Prize Wheel Rules 00:01:55 – Recent Podcast Drops & G...

Join Logan Janis on Mostly Superheroes as he sits down with St. Louis media personality Angella Sharpe. In this episode, Angella shares her journey from working with the St. Louis Blues and Tampa Bay to her current role hosting on STL TV. We dive deep into her passion for collecting Barbies, her experience interviewing the crew at the legendary Cardinals Superman Day, and her thoughts on why anyon...

Wonder Man just landed on Disney+ and we had thoughts—spoiler-free first, then full breakdown. Acting-forward Marvel? Actual heart? A surprise MCU win? We get into what works, what hits, and why this one feels different. ⏱ Episode Chapters 00:00:00 Release info & setup 00:00:30 Spoiler-free overview 00:01:10 Cast & MCU ties 00:02:06 Should you watch it? 00:03:10 ⚠️ Spoilers start 00:05:27...

Tune into the full episode with Angella Sharpe dropping on Monday February 2nd, 2026. Subscribe today and turn on alert to support this indie podcast.  www.mostlysuperheroes.com  

Rewatching Smallville Season 8, Episode 1 “Odyssey” in anticipation of the return of Talkville with Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, and Ryan. Host Logan Janis shares his immediate reactions, favorite moments, and listener questions submitted directly to the Talkville hotline. This episode dives into the Justice League storyline, Clark Kent leaving Smallville, the start of the Daily Planet era, Chl...

Enter to win by purchasing tickets by February 12th, 2026 at www.2riverscomiccon.com. Terms and conditions apply, contact 2 Rivers Comic Con with any questions. Learn more and watch the full episode at www.mostlysuperheroes.com. #comiccon #stlouis #mostlysuperheroes #2riverscomiccon #contest

James Enstall (Geek To Me Radio, 2 Rivers Comic Con) returns to Mostly Superheroes for a wide-ranging, no-agenda conversation covering Avengers: Doomsday, toxic fandom, DC vs Marvel discourse, upcoming 2026 movies, and a deep dive into Two Rivers Comic Con — one of the Midwest’s most creator-focused conventions. From MCU hot takes and Spider-Man’s future, to Batman debates, Star Wars reveals, and...

It’s Friday LIVE on Mostly Superheroes — your weekly pop culture rundown straight from St. Louis. Logan Janis breaks down Marvel’s upcoming Wonder Man, the most anticipated movies of 2026, Alamo Drafthouse updates, comic con news, giveaways, and what to watch this weekend as a winter storm rolls in. From superhero TV and blockbuster films to local events and indie podcast love, this episode sets y...