Superman Lives

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  Superman Lives S3, E10: Why Is April 18th "Superman Day?" 18.04.2025 31min

  In this episode, Chris discusses the significance of April 18th to WBD/DC Comics with regards to Superman and the true release date of Action Comics #1. Links:Was Action Comics #1 Really Released On April 18th? Mike's Amazing World of Comics: Secret To DC Cover DatesSuperman Lives Email: metropolismailbag@gmail.comFair Use DisclaimerThe music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue: metropolismailbag@gmail.com.
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  Superman Lives Vol. 3, Episode 9: Superman and Spider-Man! 01.10.2024 35min

  Hold on to the rails of the Cosmic Treadmill as we travel back to Superman Lives, Volume 2! It's the summer of 2017, and Chris and his then co-host, Michael "Professor Geek" Critzer, discuss how Superman influenced Spider-Man and the latest Spidey movie at the time, Spider-Man: Homecoming! The original episode on YouTube Visit Professor Geek on YouTube! Send email to metropolismailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.
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  Superman Lives Vol. 3, Episode 8: "Whatever Happened To The Man of Tomorrow?" 01.09.2024 53min

  In this month's episode, Chris analyzes Alan Moore's "Whatever Happened To The Man of Tomorrow." Email: metropolismailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue: metropolismailbag@gmail.com.
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  Superman Lives V. 3, Episode 7: Science Proves That Superman Makes People Better 01.08.2024 45min

  In this month's episode, Chris discusses the findings of a scientific study that explored how just an image of Superman affected the altruistic behavior of test subjects who were exposed to it. Heroic Helping: The Effects of Priming Superhero Images On Prosociality MetropolisMailbag@gmail.com Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.
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  Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 6: The "Proto-Supermen!" 01.07.2024 37min

  In this month's episode, Chris explores the "proto-Supermen" who preceded the iconic Siegel and Shuster Superman that debuted in Action Comics #1. Superman Wikipedia Article Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.
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  Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 5: Super Random Review 31.05.2024 36min

  In this month's episode, Chris briefly discusses the reveal of David Corenswet's costume and reviews a randomly-selected issue of Superman Adventures. Superman Lives email: metropolismailbag@gmail.com. James Gunn's Galootman Suit: You'll Believe A Man Can Sit! Fair Use Disclaimer The music used in this podcast is included under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law, which allows limited use of copyrighted material without requiring permission from the rights holders. The use of music in this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. We believe that the use of these music clips constitutes a "fair use" of the copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. If you believe that any content appearing on this podcast constitutes a copyright infringement of another party's rights, please contact us immediately so we can address the issue.
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  Superman Lives Volume 3, Episode 4: The Amazing Story of Superman...Yellow?! 01.05.2024 38min

  In this month's episode, Chris talks the forthcoming "Super/Man" documentary about Christopher Reeve and pitches an idea for a sequel to the 1996 Superman saga, "Superman Blue." Links: Christopher Reeve Documentary ‘Super/Man’ Sells to Warner Bros. Discovery for Roughly $15 Million After Sundance Premiere
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  Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 3: Vintage "Man of Steel" Review From 2013 01.04.2024 59min

  In this month's episode, Chris shares his newly-rediscovered review of "Man of Steel," broadcast as part of the first volume of Superman Lives back in 2014.
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  Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 2: Superman's Birthday(s)! 29.02.2024 40min

  In this episode, Chris discusses the history of Superman's fictional birthday and the evolving case of Superman's real-world first appearance in Action Comics #1. Links Referenced: Mike's Amazing World of Comics: DC Release Dates Brian Cronin's Comic Book Questions Answered: Is Today Clark Kent's Birthday? The Answer Is Surprisingly Complicated Brian Cronin's Comic Book Legends Revealed!: Was Action Comics #1 Really Released On April 18th?
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  Superman Lives Season 3, Episode 1: Recommended Superman Reading 31.01.2024 31min

  In this episode, Chris discusses some of his favorite Superman collections, available from InStockTrades.com. Links are provided below. Note: InStockTrades.com does not endorse nor pay for this content. Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 1 Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 2 Superman The Man of Steel HC Vol. 3 Superman and Lois Lane: The 25th Wedding Anniversary Amazing World of Superman Death and Return of Superman Omnibus Superman '78 Variant Dustjacket HC Superman Kryptonite Nevermore HC Superman In The Fifties All Star Superman The Deluxe Edition HC Superman Brainiac Superboy A Celebration of 75 Years HC
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  Superman Lives Season 2, Episode 2: The Reign of The Supermen and The Return of Superman 28.12.2023 1h 30min

  In this second and final episode of Superman Lives Season Two, I wrap up my celebration of the 30th anniversary of The Deathand Return of Superman saga by discussing the Reign of The Supermen and The Return of Superman arcs.
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  Superman Lives Season 2, Episode 1: Funeral For A Friend, Chapter 2 08.01.2023 46min

  In this week's episode, I wrap up my discussion of "Funeral For A Friend," the immediate follow-up to "The Death of Superman." Visit my YouTube channel for updates regarding the future of Superman Lives and new podcasts coming in 2023!
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  Superman Lives Episode 12: Funeral For A Friend, Part 1 01.01.2023 1h 3min

  In this week's episode, I begin my review of "Funeral For A Friend," the immediate follow-up to "The Death of Superman." Visit my YouTube channel for updates regarding the future of Superman Lives and new podcasts coming in 2023!
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  Superman Lives Episode 11: The Spirit of Superman and The Christmas Spirit 24.12.2022 33min

  In this special Christmas episode, I discuss Superman #76, the second "Metropolis Mailbag" Christmas story, released on December 23, 1992. Click here to read Superman #76 with a free DC Universe Infinite trial. 
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  Superman Lives Episode 10: Metropolis Mailbag! 09.12.2022 48min

  In this first installment of the Metropolis Mailbag, I read and respond to "letters" (emails and YouTube comments this week) sent in by Superman Lives listeners.  Links referenced this episode: The Longest Running Superhero RPG On Earth CK: Cultural Kitsch The Death and Return of Superman Omnibus Clark As Superboy: Superman Subreddit
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  Superman Lives Episode 9: The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special Review 05.12.2022 1h 12min

  My review of The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special, released in November 2022. Email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com Superman Lives on Facebook. The Fan-Man on YouTube
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  Superman Lives Episode 8: The Death of Superman, Chapter 7 18.11.2022 1h 20min

  The final chapter of the legendary "The Death of Superman" arc is here: Superman #75! Superman's Funeral on SNL Superman #75 news story, featuring Noell Neil and Jack Larson Superman #75 news story featured in episode
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  Superman Lives Episode 7: The Death of Superman, Chapter 6 12.11.2022 59min

  In this week's episode, I discuss Superman: The Man of Steel #19, the fifth chapter of The Death of Superman. Email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com Superman Lives on Facebook.  The Fan-Man on YouTube
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  Superman Lives Episode 6: The Death of Superman, Chapters 1 - 5 06.11.2022 1h 16min

  n this episode, I discuss the first five chapters of the iconic "Death of Superman" storyline, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Issues: Superman: The Man of Steel #18 Justice League America #69 Superman (Volume 2) #74 Adventures of Superman #497 Action Comics #684 Email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com Superman Lives on Facebook
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  Superman Lives Episode 5: "The Super Wolf-Man of Krypton?" 22.10.2022 53min

  In this first of two episodes celebrating the Halloween season, I discuss the horror-themed Superman #422, written by Marv Wolfman, interior art by Curt Swan, Larry Mahlstedt, and Tom Yeates, and cover art by Brian Bolland.  Click here to see Brian Bolland's Superman #422 cover. Contact Chris via email: SupermanLivesPodcast@gmail.com