Under Two Capes
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago -This podcast examines the worlds of DC and Marvel comics to provide analysis of key storylines, characters, and locations across the many mediums these characters inhabit. Come join us on a trip into the Multiverse.
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Episode 178: DC's Animated Legacy
July 15, 2023 19:00 - 56 minutes - 77.4 MBIn this special live edition of the Under Two Capes Podcast, the boys welcome long time CL friend Tyler to discuss their favorite DC animated projects, from the DCAU to the wide catalogue of animated films. This is one field where DC has always destroyed Marvel; even the worst DC animated films are better than Marvel's attempts at animation! What do you think? Did you enjoy the conversation? What is your favorite DC animated project What is your least favorite? Like, comment, and subsc...
Episode 177: Hangin Out With Syl Abdul
July 07, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBIn this special live edition of the Under Two Capes Podcast, Jared welcomes scooper Syl Abdul to the show to discuss his DC films, comics, games, and the DCU's current direction. They discuss his scoops, what he got right, what he got wrong, and more as they pair geek out over DC content. It was great to have Syl on the channel to hang out, as he is a friend of the channel and a great help to CL. What do you think? Did you enjoy the conversation?Do you agree with Syl's takes? Where do yo...
Episode 176: The Definitive Batman Trilogy
July 01, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThis week, the boys examine the best gaming trilogy of all time, the batman Arkham trilogy. They discuss the plots, easter eggs, music, and the more as they discuss what stands as the best superhero video game trilogy of all time! So many got their introduction to the Batman mythos because of these games with the killer voice caste and the redefining of superhero gameplay! What do you think? Did you enjoy the Arkham games? Which game is your favorite? Did you enjoy Arkham Origins? Subsc...
Episode 175: Flashpoint Explained To A Newbie
June 24, 2023 19:11 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBThis week, Jared explains the bases of Flashpoint to his mother, a new fan tot he world of DC. They also go into why the SnyderVerse works as a way to introduce a new fan to the complicated DC Universe. This could be the start of a monthly series where Martha returns to CL to learn more about the wonder comic book world of DC comics and the exploits of the Justice League. What do you think? Do you want more of this content? Did you like the Flashpoint storyline in DC? Did you like Zack S...
Episode 175: Flashpoint and SnyderVerse Explained To A Newbie
June 24, 2023 19:11 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MBThis week, Jared explains the bases of Flashpoint to his mother, a new fan tot he world of DC. They also go into why the SnyderVerse works as a way to introduce a new fan to the complicated DC Universe. This could be the start of a monthly series where Martha returns to CL to learn more about the wonder comic book world of DC comics and the exploits of the Justice League. What do you think? Do you want more of this content? Did you like the Flashpoint storyline in DC? Did you like Zack Snyd...
Episode 174: The DC Fans Are Angry: Here's Why
June 17, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutes - 46 MBThis week, the boys attempt to answer the question of why the DC fanbase, in terms of the comics or the movies, are an angry fanbase. They go into the entitlement of fans, how DC as a company contributes to that division, and why a hang up of nostalgia is killing DC comics as a brand and a fanbase. Woe be the naive fans who decide to differ from the opinions of the gatekeeping minority of DC fans. What do you think? Why do you think the DC fanbase is so divided? How would you unite the fa...
Episode 173: Spiderman's Greatest Legends
June 10, 2023 16:00 - 47 minutes - 44.4 MBThis week, the boys discuss their favorite Spiderman stories! The discuss comics, movies, and video games to trace the greatest legends of the friendly-neighborhood wall-crawler. Stories such as Kraven's Last Hunt, PS Spiderman, Web Of Shadow are mentioned among others. Spiderman is the Batman of Marvel in that he has some of the most legendary tales in all of comics. What do you think? Did they miss any stories? What are your favorite Spiderman stories? What are your least favorite storie...
Episode 172: Dear Creatives, Respect Your Fans!
June 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBThis week, Jared and the boys discuss certain creatives attacking their fans. This could come in the form of actors attacking people for liking the SnyderVerse, show runners attacking fans for disliking their shows, and many other issues in creative/customer relations. There is a sacred trust between the creative and the customers and, unfortunately, that trust is often taken for granted on the creative side and abused by entitled hacks. What do you think? Are the creatives entitled? Wha...
Episode 171: What If Marvel And DC Merged?
May 27, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThis week, the boys discuss the era of comics when DC and Marvel merged their characters into the Amalgam Comics Universe. It's is from here characters like Darkclaw, Amazon, Super Solider, and Iron Lantern among others. They also propose their own amalgamated DC/Marvel characters that were not used. These are some characters who could do well with an animated series. Unfortunately, these companies are much too petty to split the money to cooperate on this ever again. What do you think? ...
Episode 170: What Happened With Secret Empire?
May 20, 2023 04:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBThis week, Jared and the JHEAT discuss the monumental mess up that was the Marvel even Secret Empire by Nick Spenser. They go through the plot, context, and more to indicate that this story was a mistake and only served to damage the Captain America brand. Secret Empire served to turn us off of Marvel comics for many years, and no doubt has done so to many others. What do you think? Was Secret Empire horrible? How would you fix this story? Like, comment, and subscribe for more analysis...
Episode 169: The Best DC Elseworlds Stories
May 13, 2023 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThis week, Jared and the boys discuss their favorite DC elseworlds storylines. They discuss Kingdom Come, Injustice, Dark Knights Of Steel, and more to discuss they advantage DC has over Marvel (i.e., the expansive multiverse of alternate worlds and takes on classic characters and storylines). Some of the best DC storylines belong to the elseworlds brand, so it is prudent to discuss these titans of comic book storytelling. What do you think? What are your favorite elseworlds? What are your...
Episode 168: Are Comics Woke: A Debate with Nerdette's Newstand
May 06, 2023 23:18 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBThis week, Jared welcomes longtime friend of Comics league Tristen from Nerdette's Newstand to discuss the age old debate, Are Comics Woke. This should be a good one! Wokeness has gotten out of hand in recent years, but is it really that bad? Find out on this exciting live edition of Under Two Capes! What do you think? Are comics woke? Are they not woke? How do you define woke? Like, comment, and subscribe for more discussions and debates with some of the best creators on YouTube. Ner...
Episode 167: Is Gatekeeping Ever Justified?
April 29, 2023 16:00 - 46 minutes - 43.3 MBThis week, the boys discuss the circumstances in which gatekeeping is not only justified, but also needed. They discuss the times when gatekeeping is not justified, how some take it too far, why it is necessary to gatekeep creatives more than fans, and so much more. Gatekeeping has gotten a bad reputation of late, but there are times when it is necessary to control who can contribute to the legacies of these legendary IPs. What do you think? Is gatekeeping sometimes justified? When is it ...
Episode 166: The Origin Of Comics LeagueHow Did Comic Book Discourse Become So Toxic?
April 22, 2023 19:09 - 1 hour - 106 MBThis week, Jared and Nick provide the origin of Comics League and debate the question of how and why comic book fans became so hostile online. They discuss why fans are so possessive, when it is justified, and when it is not. Fandom should be a fun community to bring people together out of a common love of content. But sometimes, it can be a toxic place of division. To be clear, protectiveness and gatekeeping can be positive, but there are times where it goes too far. What do you think?...
Episode 166: How Did Comic Book Discourse Become So Toxic?
April 22, 2023 16:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBThis week, Jared and Nick debate the question of how and why comic book fans became so hostile online. They discuss why fans are so possessive, when it is justified, and when it is not. Fandom should be a fun community to bring people together out of a common love of content. But sometimes, it can be a toxic place of division. To be clear, protectiveness and gatekeeping can be positive, but there are times where it goes too far. What do you think? Why do you think the online discourse a...
Episode 165: SuperWonder By The Numbers/ New Superman/Wonder Woman Sales Analysis
April 15, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBThis week, Jared conducts a sales analysis of the New 52 Superman/Wonder Woman series that canonized the SuperWonder series in an effort to dispel any misconceptions that the series and the New 52 were failures. He compares the sales of this book to equivalent series from Rebirth, the supposed apology tour for the New 52. Jared then concludes and discusses why Rebirth was not the best idea. SuperWonder was not a critical or commercial bomb by any means, and I hope this analysis helps to di...
Episode 164: What Are The Best Eras In Comics?
April 07, 2023 16:00 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MBThis week, Jared and Nick discuss their favorite eras of comic books and what made each unique. They discuss status quo changes, key storylines, editorial decisions and mandates, and character designs specific to the 80's, 90's, early 2000's, and late 2000's as well as the modern eras. Comics certainly have changed over the years, and it is prudent to discuss each era in its entirety to see the context behind many modern decisions and stories that we complain about lol. What do you think...
Episode 163: Why Is The Comic Book Industry Struggling?
April 01, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBThis week, Jared and JHEAT outline the top issues facing the comic book industry, thus preventing them from achieving all they can be. These include a sub-par writing and editorial staff, an over-reliance on events and mantle swaps, and so many more issues (pun intended) that turn off potential audiences. With the immense popularity of comic book movies, its makes no sense that comic books are not more mainstream and bigger than they are. Its all a produce of self-inflicted wounds. What d...
Episode 162: Why Jimmy Olsen Should Not Be Forgotten
March 25, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBThis week, Jared invites fellow DC comics fan and YouTuber Robert Willing back to the show to discuss the reasons why Jimmy Olsen has been largely ignored by DC comics and other media and why this practice should be stopped. In other words, these are the reasons why Jimmy Olsen is essential to the mythos of Superman. This channel has produced multiple videos discussing why Lois Lane is not essential to Superman, so it was time to change it up to discuss a character who is an essential eleme...
Episode 161: Is Lois Lane Essential?/ why the SnyderVerse is Awesome/Modernizing Characters
March 17, 2023 16:01 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBThis week, Jared welcomes Joseph Santos to the show to discuss if the character of Lois Lane is not essential to Superman (in her current iteration), the Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League Delays, how to modernize DC characters, and why the SnyderVerse is awesome! Lois Lane's role in DC seems to encompass the damsel in distress, but if she has a more active role in the overall DC narrative, maybe she could become a better character. What do you think? Is Lois Lane essential? What...
Episode 160: Masculinity in Comic Books With MVP
March 10, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBThis week, Jared welcomes Max Von Priestly back to the show to discuss the most masculine superheroes in DC and Marvel comics. Everyone from Superman to Venom are represented as the boys discuss what about these characters exemplifies the traits of masculinity. It is really important for the comic book heroes to represent positive masculinity (there is nothing wrong with masculinity) as these heroes can serve as role models for men growing up. Max's Links: Twitter: https://twitter....
Episode 159: The Greatest Comic Runs Of All Time W/Wes From Thinking Critical
March 03, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 54.1 MBThis week, Jared and JHeat welcome Wes From Thinking Critical back to the channel to discuss their favorite comic book runs of all time. Everything from Superman, Wonder Woman, XO Manowar, to Hickman's X-Men are discussed as they geek out about comic book content. Its always a pleasure to speak to Wes and get his thoughts on the comic book industry, particularly when discuss such a positive topic such as this one. Its important to always leave room for positivity in such a negative space ...
Episode 158: Talking Power Girl and Indie Comics with Tonicmole
February 25, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThis week, Jared and Nick from the Phoenix Press invite Tonicmole on the show to discuss his evolution as a comic fan, Powergirl's complicated history in the comics, and his comic book universe Saving The World. They also discuss many of the questionable creative decisions in Marvel and DC's publication histories. It was really fun geeking out with Tonicmole and discussing the origins of his comic universe, and we hope to have him on again in the near future! What do you think? Is Powe...
Episode 157: Rewriting the SnyderVerse
February 18, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThis week, Jared and Nick from the Phoenix Press rewrite Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice and Man of Steel, improving the few plot issues those movies have. They address the inclusion of Doomsday, the death of Jonathan Kent, the omission of Metallo, and other small issues with those movies. To be clear, THEY LOVE BVS AND MOS. THIS IS JUST A FUN THOUGHT EXPERIMENT. These are some of the best DC movies of all time, but they also have some ways that they could have been slightly improved...
Episode 156: Mike Baron talks Punisher, Thin Blue Line, Crowdfunding Comics, and more
February 11, 2023 17:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBThis week, Jared and Nick welcome Mike Baron, legendary comic writer, to discuss what's special about the Punisher, what Marvel gets wrong about the character, the real story behind Thin Blue Line and Private American, crowdfunding comics, and more! Getting to interview Mike Baron was truly one of the coolest experiences on this channel, as massive Punisher fans. Whether you agree with him or not, you can't deny the skill that this creator contributes to the comic book medium. What d...
Episode 155: Wonder Woman Story Ideas for DCU Chapter 1
February 05, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThis week, Jared discusses what stories James Gunn should use as inspiration for his depiction of Wonder Woman when she enters the universe. He outlines a selection of Diana's stories and status quos that could lead to compelling tales like WW 2017. It's always fun to talk about Wonder Woman, as she is a character who doesn't get enough credit for her story arsenal, despite the fact that she is one of the most popular female superheroes. What do you think? What WW stories should be t...
Episode 154: Dear James Gunn, Here's What We Want!
January 28, 2023 05:00 - 2 hours - 141 MBThis week, Jared and Tristen/Nerdette's Newstand discuss what content they want to see from the new DC. This includes comics, movies, shows, all other mediums of the DC multiverse. Jared also pitches a new series idea he has that involves Steve Trevor and other military characters from DC. It's always fun to talk DC with Tristen, particularly in this time of flux for DC, with constant leadership changes, creative reboots (for good or bad), and a divided fandom. What do you think? Wha...
Episode 153: Talking Savage Issue 3 with Dawson From From The 4 Nerds
January 21, 2023 17:00 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBThis week, Jared invites Dawson from the 4 Nerds to discuss Savage Issue 3. They discuss the inspiration for the story, what to expect from Issue 3, and what artists and superheroes inspired the look and feel of the art and plot. Finally, they discuss their upcoming collaboration: Athena Goddess of Thunder. Its so good to have Dawson back on the show to plug his book. Any long time viewers of the show know that Savage is a pretty awesome book, and we eagerly anticipate Issue 3. Also, We c...
Episode 152: Comic Book Characters Who Need More Attention
January 15, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBThis week, the boys discuss the 5 DC and Marvel characters who have been neglected and need to be featured more in comics. These include Deathstroke, Huntress, Black Canary, Night Crawler, and more amazing characters who have been criminally ignored. Both DC and Marvel have pages and pages of great characters who have yet to take off. These characters have the potential to be the net big sensation if they were given more time in the sun! What do you think? What characters do you think...
Episode 151: The Best Warrior Women In Comics
January 07, 2023 17:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBThis week, the boys discuss the best female comic book characters of all time. They discuss Wonder Woman, Storm, Black Widow, Black Canary, Witchblade, and more as they outline their favorite superheroines. DC and Marvel have created some of the most iconic female icons in all of pop culture, and it is so much fun to celebrate these amazing characters and their contributions to the comic book medium. What do you think? Are heroines they missed? Who is your favorite female comic book ch...
Episode 150: Superman's Greatest Hits
December 31, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBThis week, Jared and Robert Willing discuss their favorite Superman comics of all time. They discuss Superman For Tomorrow, All Star Superman, Superman Secret Origin, and more as they detail the greatest tales of the Kryptonian demi-god. Let's face it, Superman is one of the characters DC consistently ignores, despite the fact that he is the character who stared the genre of superhero comics. He also features some of the most compelling storylines in the history of comics, so lets just sa...
Episode 149: Henry Cavill Says Goodbye
December 16, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MBThis week, the boys discuss the news that Henry Cavill will not be coming back as Superman, confirming James Gunn's plan to reboot the DC movie universe. They discuss the ending of the SnyderVerse, what Henry Cavill as Superman has meant to them, and more. As heartbreaking as the end of the SnyderVerse is, don't forget that they can never take away the fact that we got the Snyder Cut released. No matter what, we as a community achieved the impossible. And they can never take away the movi...
Episode 148: Game Awards 2022 Was Crazy!!
December 10, 2022 20:55 - 55 minutes - 51.7 MBThis week, the boys discuss the 2022 Game Awards. They outline their favorite announcements, Kevin Conroy's last time playing Batman in Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League, and more. They also analyze how Batman returns from the "dead" for Suicide Squad and what this announcement means for the hype for the game. The Game Awards sure were full of surprises and lots of excitement! Let's hope these games stick to landing. What do you think? What game are you hyped for? What do you thin...
Episode 147: Geoff Johns Appreciation/ Featuring Nerdette's Newstand and Robert Willing
December 02, 2022 17:00 - 2 hours - 139 MBThis week, Jared, Tristen/Nerdette's Newstand, and Robert Willing discuss their favorite Geoff Johns Comics! Geoff Johns is one of the titans of the comic book industry and it is a pleasure to discuss his work with this panel! They discuss the different eras of Johns' writing, from Green Lantern all the way to JSA. They also talk Jon Kent and why Son of Kal El failed and why the potential is there for a Jon Kent renaissance. It was so much fun hanging out with Tristen and Robert, as they...
Episode 146: Dawn Of DC Sounds Like The New 52 And Rebirth 2.0
November 25, 2022 17:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week, Jared breaks down the Dawn Of The DCU announcement and the books that constitute the year-long publishing initiative. He then breaks down the previous New 52 and Rebirth initiatives to compare them to the Dawn. He outlines why the strengths of both reboots and what DC can learn for Dawn to be successful. It is an exciting time to be a DC reader, particularly with DC's measured approach to launch the books one at a time to make it less overwhelming for new readers to jump onto t...
Episode 145: Spiderman Freshman Year Rumors Are Insane
November 18, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBThis week, Ladd makes his triumphant return to Comics League as he and Jared discuss the rumors surrounding Spiderman Freshman Year as well as the future of Spiderman in the MCU. They further outline plots they they would want to see in future Spiderman projects. It's so good to have Ladd back as a cohost to discuss the future of this important superhero that Jared and Ladd both love. The future of Spiderman is bright in the MCU particularly in light of the fact that he has become the more...
Episode 144: Would Superman Love Storm? / Why Batgirl Is A Great Character!
November 11, 2022 17:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBThis week, Jared discusses the Marvel characters with whom Superman would fall in love if he were a Marvel Character. He outlines characters such as Gamora, Storm, Thena, and many others. Jared also futhure outlines why Superman fits with Wonder Woman and why he would work with Emma From or Captain Marvel. Later, he outlines why Batgirl is a fantastic character in the Batman mythos and why she has endured as such a great character. This is always such a fun thought experiment since it cu...
Episode 143: Who Is The Definitive Batman?: The Answer Is No One!
November 05, 2022 16:00 - 53 minutes - 49.7 MBThis week, Jared and Teladia discuss the idea that there is no definitive versions of DC characters; there is only the version the fan prefers. They discuss why all versions of a character are valid, why demanding one's favorite iteration be reflected in every future version is unrealistic, and why having one's preferences does not invalidate another's preferences. They conclude by discussing Gotham Knights and comparing it to the Arkham series. It is totally fine to have a favorite versio...
Episode 142: Why Zack Snyder's Justice League Works And The Whedon Cut Failed
October 29, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MBThis week, the boys discuss why Zack Snyder's Justice League worked while Josstice League ultimately failed. They discuss the plots, characterizations, and the background of the situation (i.e., Autumn Snyder, Walter Hamada, etc) to establish the framework for the discussion. They also discuss the inevitability of Zack Snyder's epic return to the DCU and what the story could look like. Let's face it, no matter you're opinion of Zack Snyder's DC movies, the Snyder Cut was superior to the Whe...
Episode 141: Rise Of The B-Listers: Who Is The Best
October 23, 2022 18:27 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBThis week, Jared and Nick discuss the best B-List characters from both DC and Marvel. Now, by B-Listers, they mean characters that are not part of the Movie roster for the Justice League and Avengers. They talk Nightwing, Batgirl, Black Canary, Alicia from Fantastic Four, and more. B-Listers are some of the best characters in all of comic books, and it so so much fun to dive into their lore! What do you think? Who is your favorite B-Lister? Is there a B-Lister mentioned that you think ...
Episode 141: Great B-Tier DC and Marvel Characters
October 23, 2022 18:27 - 54 minutes - 50.6 MBThis week, Jared and Nick discuss the best B-List characters from both DC and Marvel. Now, by B-Listers, they mean characters that are not part of the Movie roster for the Justice League and Avengers. They talk Nightwing, Batgirl, Black Canary, Alicia from Fantastic Four, and more. B-Listers are some of the best characters in all of comic books, and it so so much fun to dive into their lore! What do you think? Who is your favorite B-Lister? Is there a B-Lister mentioned that you think ...
Episode 140: Zack Snyder's Superman Returns: Welcome Home!
October 15, 2022 20:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThis week, Jared and Nick welcome Henry Cavill back to the Superman role following the apparent confirmation by the Rock that Superman is in Black Adam. They also discuss why the suit he wears and the theme that plays has NO affect on the possibility of the SnyderVerse returning. Thank you, Rock for bring back this generation's Christopher Reeves. Our boy is back after being on the sidelines for way to long! After close to 10 years absence from the DCEU, Henry Cavill's Superman is finally...
Episode 140: Superman Returns: Welcome Home!
October 15, 2022 20:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThis week, Jared and Nick welcome Henry Cavill back to the Superman role following the apparent confirmation by the Rock that Superman is in Black Adam. They also discuss why the suit he wears and the theme that plays has NO affect on the possibility of the SnyderVerse returning. Thank you, Rock for bring back this generation's Christopher Reeves. Our boy is back after being on the sidelines for way to long! After close to 10 years absence from the DCEU, Henry Cavill's Superman is finally...
Episode 139: Talking Rippaverse with Gabe Eltaeb
October 08, 2022 19:46 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBThis week, Jared welcome Gabe Eltaeb back to the show to discuss the Rippaverse, ISOM, Truth Justice and the American Way, and more. Hope you enjoyed this conversation as we get the behind the scenes information of the Rippaverse. Comment below your thoughts. What questions do you have for Gabe? What did you think of ISOM 1? Who is your favorite character? Is the Rippaverse the new Image? Subscribe for more indie content, analysis, and discussions. #GabeEltaeb #Rippaverse #Comi...
Episode 138: Comic Book Writing 101
October 02, 2022 21:28 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBThis week, Jared and Nick from the Phoenix Press outline their advice on writing comic books. They give behind the scenes info on their upcoming books, what inspired their projects, and tips for working with artists. We hope you enjoy this special look into the comic writing process. For comic books fans, comic writing is one of the most fun experiences, since we can take our favorite concepts in comics and make them better. Signup for Screecher: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/scre...
Episode 137: The SnyderVerse: Why So Controversial?
September 25, 2022 16:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MBThis week, Jared and Nick from the Phoenix Press discuss the SnyderVerse and why it is so hard for some fans to embrace the universe. They discuss why the SnyderVerse works, why some fans reject it needlessly, and why the universe is important to the DC Universe. It is no secret that this is a pro-Snyder podcast, but we wanted to examine why there are those who despise the universe Snyder built. It's a very important discussion to understand the current twitter debate and to partake in a...
Episode 136: Dawn Of The DCU: Reboot Confirmed?
September 17, 2022 23:53 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBThis video, Jared reacts to the recent revelations of the aftermath of Dark Crisis On Infinite Earths/ the apparent reboot of the DC Universe. He outlines the two types of reboot, which one is appropriate, how to properly execute the reboot, and why this reboot is necessary. Let's face it, it's about time DC decided to reboot their continuity and return to the fundamentals of DC (e.g., no knockoff JL characters). The past few years, the continuity has been a confusing mess. Email belo...
Episode 135: Geoff Johns Green Lantern Epic/DC's Star Wars: SnyderVerse Explained
September 10, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 73.1 MBThis week, Jared and Nick From The Phoenix press discuss Geoff Johns' epic run on Green Lantern, the run that introduced the many lantern corps, the prophecy of the Blackest Night, Parallax, and many other important aspects of DC's cosmic world. These next series of episodes are dedicated to explaining certain aspects that play into the SnyderVerse movies, like the Green Lantern Universe, the New Gods, The Atlantis Invasion, etc in order to prepare you for the inevitable return of the un...
Episode 134: Jon Kent Must Be De-Aged: Here's How To Do It
September 05, 2022 01:03 - 56 minutes - 52.4 MBIn this sequel video, Jared and Nick From Phoenix Press lays out how they would de-age Jon Kent to make him the 10 year old ball of fun fans grew to love in DC Rebirth. They even go so far as formulate a story to get the young Jon back and still retain the current Jon Kent. In other words, it's a story where we can keep both Jons. Jon Kent has huge potential as a character, and this story could be an interesting way to both respect the new fans of Jon from the Son OF Kal-El series and t...
Episode 133: Zaslav V DC Comic Books And Movies: Dawn of Axing
August 29, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThis week, Jared and Nick From the Phoenix Press discuss possible scenarios for what Zaslav will do with the DC Comic book division. They discuss licensing out the comic books, scaling down the number of books, which DC books they would want to take over if they were in charge, and more. They also discuss the effect Zaslav's strategy is having on the DCEU, Why the Deadpool movies are amazing, and so much more! Let's hope that Zaslav does not axe the entire company and simply reforms the DC ...