Episodes
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 65 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 19
In a world devoid of the heroic ideal, what can two young boys do to save Earth from an alien invasion? Then, how can Superman possibly save his reputation when Vandal Savage's machinations lead to the Man of Steel's arrest?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 64 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 18
Vandal Savage's plan to turn the public against Superman kicks into high gear when prehistoric life threatens Metropolis. Can even the Forgotten Heroes help the Man of Steel save the day this time?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 63 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 17
Lana's stalker decides to end it all. Srakka's origin is revealed. Superman battles Vartox. The 3-part epic concludes!
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 62 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 16
Superman needs to get to Moscow for medicine to save 2 very sick siblings. But will he make it in time despite multiple “jobs for Superman” getting in the way? Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected] You can subscribe to Charlie’s Geekcast through Apple Podcasts, the RSS...
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 61 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 15
Vartox kidnaps Lana, and Superman cannot find her. But all is not as it seems...
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 60 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 14
Vartox is in town, but he's not acting like himself. Also, Lana's secret admirer is finally revealed.
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 59 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 13
Clark's brother returns (for the first time in a Superman book)! But is he a traitor to the United States? He doesn't know, because he can't even remember who he is!
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 58 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 12
Superman meets his biggest fan, and he's got super-powers! Meanwhile, Lois returns to Metropolis…
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 54 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 11
This time out we conclude the 2 stories that started in Action 544! First up, Luthor's plan is finally unleashed, and it is...disappointing. Then it is all out Action as the JLA and the Teen Titans team up to stop Brainiac!
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 53 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 10
The new Brainiac is colder, and more dangerous than ever. Can a weakened Man of Steel escape from a prison that Brainiac can control with his computer mind?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 52 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 9
The internet radio show about me and what I like, but mostly about what I like.
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 50 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 8
What better way to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Superman's debut in Action Comics #1 than by reinventing 2 of his greatest villains for the 80s?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 48 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 7
It's the worst day in Steve Lombard's life. And to make matters worse, someone from his past is out to get him for years of his practical joking. Can Superman save Steve, or will he be "Down, Out, and Dead?"
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 47 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 6
Troubles continue for the Man of Steel when Neutron, the Nuclear Nightmare, is granted parole. Also, Lois learns that her big assignment in the middle east may not be as simple as she thought.
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 46 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 5
An ancient being is unearthed, but it's intentions are not what they seem...
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 45 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 4
Beginning an exciting new era in the life of Superman! Lois and Superman end their relationship! Clark and Lana begin dating! What is going on with Perry? Vandal Savage Returns!
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 43 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 3
Lex Luthor is back, and once again, he's out to get Superman. But this time, he's got a groovy new costume of his own!
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 41 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 2
Can Superman save the Earth from being sucked into space, or has he finally found something more powerful that even him?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Episode 40 — Geeking on Superman in the Bronze Age 1
What happens when a one-time villain from his childhood returns to take down the Man of Steel? A visit to the dentist, and having to save the Earth from...himself?!?
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Charlie’s Geekcast Classic Episode 24 — Geeking on The Phantom Zone 4
This is it! The finale! Can Superman escape the Zone? Will Earth enter the Phantom Zone? And who dies? All this, plus I make a special announcement.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 58 – Imaginary Story Month Part 2
This time, we bring Imaginary Story month to a close by looking at a possible future in which Lois and Clark are married and have a teenage daughter.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 51 – Secret Origins Month Part 2
Secret Origins Month concludes with a look at the most in-depth look at Superman’s pre-crisis origin: Action Comics 500. Plus, J David Weter presents another random Superboy adventure in “Superboy in the Bronze Age.” In this special issue, E. Nelson Bridwell provided an essay covering the history...
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 45 – Man or Superman Part 3
The finale of the "Man or Superman" saga! This time out, Superman takes on 9 of his greatest adversaries and makes a final decision regarding his identity crisis.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 44 – Man or Superman Part 2
This time, we resume our coverage of "Man or Superman" by looking at Superman #298.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 18 – February 1972
Can it be? Episode 18 is here? That’s right, the latest episode is available to you, my faithful listeners. In this episode, apologies, an email, Superman and Hawkman do not team up, Lex Luthor destroys the earth, and someone tries to kill Clark Kent. Plus, we see what else was [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 17 – January 1972
Welcome to episode 17 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this week’s episode, we learn whether or not there must be a Superman, Clark gets some time to shine, Superman can’t save an astronaut, and the mystery of Super-X! Plus, listener feedback and we see what else DC was [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 16 – December 1971
Welcome to episode 16 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this week’s episode, Superman saves Metropolis (again!), helps Doctor Fate save Earth-2, defends his Fortress and causes indigestion. Eww! Plus, emails, comments and a look at the other DC books published this month. Also, you could have...
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 15 – November 1971
Welcome to episode 15 of Superman in the Bronze Age. This time out, Superman has blackouts, an electrical ghost haunts Metropolis, and Superman loses his head. Also we get emails, comments, and we see what other books were on sale this month. Also, beginning this episode, my wife Angie joins [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 14 – October 1971
Welcome to episode 14. This time out, I’m joined by Michael Bradley from The Thrilling Adventures of Superman podcast. Together, we see Superman kill a woman, Krypton’s first flight, Superman killing the President of the United States, and how much trouble one little boy can cause for the Man of...
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 13 – September 1971
Welcome to episode 13 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, Superman vs Sand-Superman, the Teen Titans don’t really team up with Superman, and we learn that greed makes you stupid. Plus an email, a comment, a big thank you, and we see what else is happening in [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 12 – August 1971
Welcome to episode 12 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, some thanks are dished out, Superman and Wonder Woman save the world (or do they?), Superman gets a tad mental, then gets a transfusion. All this, plus “Elsewhere…”, for the extra low price of … free! Doesn’t [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 11 – July 1971
Welcome to episode 11 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, Superman fails, we learn about Tempor, there is no such thing as Indian magic, and gas is bad. Superman in the Bronze Age is a proud member of the Two True Freaks Network. You may also subscribe to [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 10 – June 1971
Welcome to Episode 10 of Superman in the Bronze Age. I celebrate finally getting to double digits by reviewing the Superman books with a June 1971 cover date: Superman #238, World’s Finest #203 (guest-starring Aquaman) and Action Comics #401. I would also like to thank Steve Younis for agreeing…
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 09 – May 1971
It’s time for episode 9 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, Batman guest-stars but gets thrown around, Superman takes a bath, and we learn that the Kryptonian definition of teamwork doesn’t actually involve any teamwork. Superman in the Bronze Age is a proud member of the Two True [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 08 – April 1971
It’s time for episode 8 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, Superman #236 and Action Comics #399 are reviewed. Also, during the episode I mention a panel in Superman #236 where Superman looks a little…off. Here it is: Superman in the Bronze Age is a proud member of [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 07 – March 1971
Welcome to episode 7 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, Superman #235, World’s Finest #201 and Action Comics #398 are reviewed, plus if you listen close, you’ll hear a cameo from my cat. Superman in the Bronze Age is a proud member of the Two True Freaks Network. [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 06 – February 1971
Happy New Year and welcome to episode 6 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, World’s Finest #200, Superman #234 and Action Comics #397 are reviewed. I apologize for the length and file size. I will try to cut down both in future episodes. Superman in the Bronze [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 05 – Christmas Special 01
In this special Christmas episode, emails are read, a special announcement is made, and a special Christmas story is reviewed.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 04 – January 1971
Presenting episode 4 of Superman in the Bronze Age. In this episode, an email, 2 iTunes reviews (my first!), my Julie Schwartz story, and reviews of Superman #233 and Action Comics #396. Superman in the Bronze Age is a proud member of the Two True Freaks Network. You may also subscribe [...]
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 03 – December 1970
In this episode, some emails and reviews of World's Finest #199 and Action Comics #395.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 02 – November 1970
In this episode, some apologies, the first piece of listener mail and reviews of Worlds Finest #198 and Action Comics #394.
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Superman in the Bronze Age Episode 01 – Origins and October 1970
In this episode, we learn the secret origins of our mild-mannered host as a Superman fan, plus we take a look at Action Comics #393.