All Star Superfan Podcast

#68 - ALL STAR SUPERMAN - Retrospective Review (feat. Anthony Desiato) PART ONE

In this very special two part series, Rob O' Connor and Alan Burke are joined by Superman scholar and 'Digging for Krypronite' host Anthony Desiato for a comprehensive retrospective of one of the most celebrated Superman stories of all time: Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s All Star Superman.
In Part One, we dive into the first six issues of this modern masterpiece, examining the mythic scope, poetic structure, and emotional depth that have made All Star Superman a defining portrayal of the Man of Steel in the 21st century. From Superman's mortality to the Bottle City of Kandor, from Luthor’s schemes to Lois Lane’s birthday surprise, nothing is off limits as we explore what makes this series so timeless and beloved.
Whether you're reading along or revisiting an old favourite, this is a must listen for fans of the Big Blue Boy Scout.
 
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#67 - JAMES GUNN's SUPERMAN TRAILER TALK! Special Emergency Episode!

Alan and Rob discuss the first full theatrical trailer for James Gunn's SUPERMAN! How do we feel about the combative interview between Lois and Clark? What about Lex and the Justice League? Does the CG look up to snuff? All of this and more discussed!PLUS! We hear from some of our listeners who got in touch with their thoughts. 
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our logo. Editing and social media by Rob O'Connor.

#66 - Ranking the Super Suits - PART TWO (with Parker Johnston)

Alan and Rob return alongside special guest Parker to finish ranking the live-action Superman suits!
Which designs stand the test of time? Which ones took bold risks? And how have these costumes reflected the changing times and changing interpretations of Superman himself?
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TIMECODES: 
00:01:45 - Superman Returns standard costume
00:14:19 - Superman Returns 'pod' suit
00:17:25 - Man of Steel costume
00:24:35 - Justice League black Superman costume
00:28:05 - Batman v Superman Superman costume
00:32:21 - Supergirl TV show Superman costume
00:39:05 - Elseworlds black Superman costume
00:41:56 - Crisis on Infinite Earths Brandon Routh "Kingdom Come"-style costume
00:47:18 - Superman & Lois costume 
00:50:00 - Superman & Lois later season changes - final season costume
00:51:53 - Superman & Lois flashback "Max Fleischer"-style costume
00:56:59 - James Gunn's "Superman" costume
 
Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our logo. Editing by Alan Burke. Timecodes and social media by Rob O'Connor.

#65 - Ranking the Superman Suits! (with Parker Johnston)

"Say Jim! That's a bad outfit! Whooooaa!"
From George Reeves’ classic TV look, to Christopher Reeve’s timeless movie costume, through to the modern designs worn by Brandon Routh, Henry Cavill, and Tyler Hoechlin, we are diving deep into the evolution of one of the most important aspects of the Man of Steel myth, the suit itself!
This week Rob and Alan are joined by Rob’s old friend and Superman expert Parker Johnson for the first episode of a two-part special where we discuss and rank every live-action Superman suit put to screen.
Which designs stand the test of time? Which ones took bold risks? And how have these costumes reflected the changing times and changing interpretations of Superman himself?
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TIMECODES: 
00:17:55 - New York World's Fair Parade Costume
00:23:42 - Kirk Alyn Serial suit
00:27:53 - George Reeves Black and White Suit
00:33:45 - George Reeves Color Suit
00:39:37 - Bob Holiday 1966 Broadway Musical Suit
00:47:10 - David Wilson 1975 TV musical Suit
00:57:10 - Christopher Reeve Suit
01:10:45 - John Haymes Newton Superboy #1 Suit
01:18:00 - Gerard Christopher Superboy #2 Suit
01:24:30 - Dean Cain Lois & Clark Pilot episode Suit
01:29:18 - Dean Cain early season one episodes suit
01:30:40 - Dean Cain really low neckline suit
01:32:00 - Dean Cain main Lois & Clark series suit
01:43:20 - Dean Cain Lois & Clark BLACK suit
01:47:30 - Nicolas Cage Superman Lives/The Flash suit
01:58:45 - Joey Tribbiani Rubies Superman Halloween costume
 
Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music. Editing & Show Notes by Alan Burke. Timecodes, additional editing and social media by Rob O'Connor.
 
 

#64 - Interview with SUPERMAN CLASSIC Animator Robb Pratt!

This week, Alan flies solo as he sits down with the talented Robb Pratt, an animation veteran who has worked on such timeless classics as Disney's Hercules and Pocahontas and the creative force behind the amazing Superman Classic and Bizarro Classic animated shorts!
We talk about the craft of animation, Robb’s incredible career, his love for Superman and what it’s like to bring the Man of Steel to life with a wink to the classic 1940's era. This one’s a blast!
Be sure to check out both Superman Classic and Bizarro Classic on YouTube!
 
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our show logo. Social media by Rob O'Connor using original artwork by Robb Pratt. Edit and show notes by Alan Burke. 
 

#63 - ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN Issues 1-5 Spoiler Review, PLUS: Rise of The Super 7!

Alan and Rob discuss the acclaimed 'ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN' series by DC! How does this new alternate version of Superman's origin compare against other beloved versions? Does Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval's darker interpretation gel with our sensibilities? 
Later, we discuss a lost gem from the blessed decade of the 1990s "Rise of the Super Seven", a gloriously silly, over-the-top Elseworlds story that seems to harness every 'extreme' 1990s comic cliche you can imagine - leather jackets, pouches, ripped jeans, earrings and Alien ripoffs! Rob also points out how this story may have inspired some of the legendary Kenner figures of that decade. 
PLUS! Alan and Rob head to the Metropolis mailbag to listen to YOUR correspondence!
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TIMECODES: 
00:00:00 - Intro
00:04:40 - Absolute Superman 1-5 Spoiler Discussion
00:45:05 - Rise of the Super 7
01:08:20 - Mailbag
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our show logo. Edit, show notes and social media by Rob O'Connor.
Closing theme of the week by EpicTrailerMusicUK on YouTube

#62 - The Weird Ireland Episode of Lois & Clark - St Patrick's Day Special!

A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration with Lois & Clark! 
Top of the morning to you, Superfans! In honour of St. Patrick’s Day, here's an episode of Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman that'll have you saying “Bejaysus!”…Season 3’s infamous "When Irish Eyes Are Killing".
Joining us for the occasion are two of the best in the Superman podcasting world, Zach Moore of Always Hold On To Smallville and Matt Truex of Lois & Clark’d: The New Podcasts of Superman! 
Together, we break down this magically questionable yet delightfully chaotic episode where Lois is endangered by a roguish Irish Druidic sorcerer with an agenda as shaky as his accent.
But that’s not all! As a proud Irishman, Alan takes this opportunity to chat about Irish culture and because we just couldn’t resist we put Zach and Matt to the test with an Irish Culture Quiz! 
Will they pass with flying green colours or will be left feeling stranded in the Phantom Zone? 
It’s an episode packed with laughs, lore, and Lois & Clark lunacy so grab a pint of the black stuff, kick back and join us for a celebration of the home country and Superman! 

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NOTE: Certain factual inaccuracies are mentioned in this episode, in part due to the fact that it was 2am for Alan and Rob: 
- 'Craic' is indeed an Irish language word
- The correct Irish translation of "Always Hold onto Smallville" is "Braith ar an mbaile beag i gcónaí" 
- "When Irish Eyes are Killing" was actually renamed "I Am Completely in Love with You" when it aired in the UK
- Dan O'Herlihy was indeed from Wexford, not Cork
- Alan Burke does live in the midlands, but he is actually from Waterford in the south East of Ireland. 
 
Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music. Editing & Show Notes by Alan Burke.

#61 - Exclusive ILYA SALKIND Interview - The legendary producer talks Superman, Superboy, Supergirl and Santa Claus!

Rob and Alan are joined by legendary film and TV producer Ilya Salkind (Superman: The Movie, Superman II) to talk about spearheading the original Superman movie series in the 70s and 80s, the fallout with Richard Donner, bringing Supergirl to the big screen, the small screen adventures of Superboy and even bringing Santa Claus to life!
PLUS! Alan and Rob head to the Metropolis mailbag to listen to YOUR correspondence!
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our show logo. Edit, show notes and social media by Rob O'Connor.

#60 - The incredibly underrated Superman III Novelisation (feat. Zach Moore!)

"Clark Kent, Superman - these are just names for the raw kinetic energy of Krypton, a planetary power at war with itself. That it could divide into equal halves, like night and day, was only one of its brilliant possibilities. It could, as well, destroy itself."
 
Rob proudly presents to Alan and special guest Zach Moore (from Always Hold Onto Smallville) what may in fact be the most underrated piece of Superman media of all time - William Kotzwinkle's incredible Superman III novelisation which combines the story of the film with some of the most beautiful prose ever put to a Superman story.
Why does the tie-in book for the weirdest Superman film of all have to hit this hard? Why is Gus Gorman's backstory so much more credible here than in the actual film? Why is everyone so horny in this book? What otherworldly extraterrestrial frightened the bejeepers out of young Alan? Why did none of the other Superman films receive novels as thorough as this one?
 
All of these mysteries of the universe and more explored!
 
PLUS! Alan gives his thoughts on "Super/Man: A Christopher Reeve Story"
 
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our show logo. Edit, show notes and social media by Rob O'Connor.

#59 - Interview with SUPERBOY star JOHN HAYMES NEWTON!

"Hasn't your mother ever told you not to play with volatile chemicals?!"
 
In a very special episode of All Star Superfan, Rob is joined by the star of season one of SUPERBOY, the one and only John Haymes Newton! Together, they discuss the casting process, John's experiences with the character earlier in life, the trials and tribulations of making a low budget series with a new crew and some of the amazing and hilarious experiences on set.
PLUS! John discusses his other exciting roles on films like Cool as Ice (with Vanilla Ice!), Walker Texas Ranger (with Chuck Norris!) and Rob's favourite Melrose Place (with Heather Locklear!). All this and much more!
 
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Thanks to Shawn Allen for our music and Aaron Price for our show logo. Edit, show notes and social media by Rob O'Connor.