Source Material Special - #JSAPRIL 2025 - All-Star Squadron #19 and #20 (DC, 1983)

To find the other contributors to this wonderful event click here! - https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/JSAprilComic book fans! Get ready for a whirlwind of retro excitement as the Source Material Comics Podcast dives into the golden age of superheroes with All-Star Squadron #19 and #20! This special episode is part of the #JSAPRIL event, bringing you an epic blend of nostalgia, history, and some good ol' fashioned superhero action. Host Jesse Starcher is joined by Chris Bailey, and together they explore the pulpy world of DC's World War II-era heroes! These issues bring back some of the most iconic characters from the golden age, including Johnny Quick, Firebrand, Robotman, and Commander Steel, as they confront the chilling aftermath of the Justice Society of America's mysterious disappearance. As the All-Star Squadron assembles to fight a looming threat, they face off against the sinister Brainwave—who traps the JSA in an elaborate series of nightmarish illusions. But what's worse than a dreamscape that could lead to death? A villain who’s more than ready to use it against them! This episode covers it all—spanning historical nods to the 1939 World’s Fair, deep dives into the JSA's golden age, and thrilling battles as heroes push the boundaries of their strength and will.Can the All-Star Squadron save their predecessors, or will they fall prey to Brainwave's trap? And just what kind of damage has the JSA experienced in their dreams? Tune in for a discussion full of nostalgia, expert comic breakdowns, and plenty of enthusiasm for the beloved heroes of DC's early days.