About the show
The longest-running Superman and Smallville podcast since 2005, now celebrating DC Comics in TV and Film for over two decades.
Dive into the legacy of The Man of Steel with reviews, interviews, news, history and analysis, shared with a mix of insight, humor and nostalgia. Your Fortress for Fandom for more than 20 years!
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Episodes
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Smallville | 3x18 and 3x19 - 'Truth' and 'Memoria'
November 24th, 2025 | 1 hr 17 mins
Frank and Derek begin to wind down on the season three rewatch of Smallville and begin prep for season 4 starting in 2026.
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Ink and Honor - The Legacy of Superman feat. Phillip Kennedy Johnson
November 17th, 2025 | 55 mins 58 secs
Derek and Frank sit down live in front of an audience at Cleveland Public Library with "Action Comics" and "Book of El" writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson to discuss the legacy of the Man of Steel during Cleveland's superhero homecoming celebration in July. Special thanks to Cleveland Public Library for inviting The House of El to moderate the conversation!
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Summers of Superman
November 3rd, 2025 | 1 hr 2 mins
Derek and Luke discuss some of their favorite moments from the past summer from the worlds of Superman and Smallville, and look ahead to the future.
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Peacemaker | 2x08 - 'Full Nelson'
October 10th, 2025 | 52 mins 15 secs
The season comes to a close as William and Derek wind things down and choose their MVP, while looking to what's next for the 11th Street Kids.
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Peacemaker | 2x07 - 'A Keith in the Night'
October 6th, 2025 | 56 mins 12 secs
Derek and William discuss the penultimate chapter of Peacemaker's second episode and the consequences of Peacemaker's actions.
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Peacemaker | 2x06 - 'Ignorance is Chris'
September 26th, 2025 | 54 mins 43 secs
As the truth of the alternate dimension is revealed, William and Derek get into the possible outcomes of the 11th Street Kids in the final two episodes.
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Peacemaker | 2x05 - 'Back to the Suture'
September 22nd, 2025 | 36 mins 19 secs
William and Derek prepare for the final three episodes of Peacemaker's sophomore season.
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Peacemaker | 2x04 - 'Need I Say Door'
September 11th, 2025 | 53 mins 56 secs
Alien tech and eagle hunters - William and Derek get into it all on the latest episode of "Peacemaker."
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On the Record: Neva Howell Talks Mothering Superman, Technology and the Art of Acting
September 8th, 2025 | 26 mins 54 secs
Acclaimed actress Neva Howell sits down with Derek Russell of The House of El to discuss her role as Martha 'Ma' Kent in this summer's "Superman."
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The Man of Tomorrow with The Geek of Steel
September 5th, 2025 | 44 mins 17 secs
Derek and Luke hop on the mic to chat about the announcement of James Gunn's "Man of Tomorrow" - the next film in the Superman DCU saga.
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Peacemaker | 2x03 - 'Another Rick Up My Sleeve'
September 4th, 2025 | 1 hr 2 mins
Season two continues as William and Derek pose the question: What is exactly is this new dimension/Earth?
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Peacemaker | 2x02 - 'A Man Is Only As Good As His Bird'
August 28th, 2025 | 1 hr 3 mins
Peacemaker season 2 continues as William and Derek break down the ramifications of chapter two.