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Superman in the Bronze Age
by Charlie Niemeyer
A weekly podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer covering Superman's adventures from 1970 to 1986. New episodes are available every Wednesday. Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
Episodes
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Episode 117 Finale
After a bit of a delay, we reach the final episode. Emails are read, thanks are given, and I recommend ways to fill the void the show will be leaving. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for all the support over the past 4 years.
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Episode 116 Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow
In the penultimate episode, J David Weter returns one final time to look at part 2 of Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
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Episode 115 Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow
J David Weter returns as we look at part 1 of the final Bronze Age tale: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
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Episode 114 Death Means Never Having to Say You're Sorry
DC Retroactive: The 70s Superman is reviewed with Special Guest Michael Bradley.
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Episode 113 The Turnabout Trap
Almost 1 year after his run on Superman came to an end, Marty Pasko returned for 1 more story. In Superman 349, Superman finds himself stuck on an alternate Earth where all of the male and female roles have been reversed. But who set up this trap, and why?
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Episode 112 Mxyzptlk Spelled Backward is T-R-O-U-B-L-E!
It's a special "Early Release" episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! In this episode, Mr. Mxyzptlk returns, only this time, he really doesn't want to. Meanwhile, Superman undergoes a transformation that makes turning into a blue energy being look like a walk in the park. Plus, new hairstyles for...
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Episode 111 The Man Who Stole Superman's Eyes!
The title says it all folks. But who is the mysterious villain who has stolen Superman's eyes? And why is this just a small part of the story this issue? Listen and find out!
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Episode 110 Happy New Year... Rest in Peace!
It is New Year's Eve, and as the employees of WGBS ring in the new year across each of the 4 zime zones, Bizarro returns to save Superman's friends from a predicted death by killing them first. How very Bizarro. Plus, Superman takes his relationship with Lois' to the next level.
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Episode 109 The Eternity Trap
Can Superman escape the Eternity Trap? Plus, the Master Jailer's backstory is revealed.
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Episode 108 Lockup at 20,000 Feet
In Superman #331, someone has an obsession with Lana Lang, a new villain makes his debut, and Superman makes a super-jerk move.
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Episode 107 The Master Mesmerizer of Metropolis
In Superman #330, the secret of Clark Kent's disguise is revealed, and then quickly ignored.
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Episode 106 I Have Met the Enemy and It is Me
It's part 2 of Superman vs the Kryptonoid. In this issue Superman gets naked, Clark gets naked, and Mr. and Mrs. Superman get frisky. This is a 1978 comic, isn't it?
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Episode 105 Attack of the Kryptonoid!
It's part 1 of a 2 part sequel of sorts to the Parasite story from a few episodes ago. In this issue we learn about the one armed general with a mad on for the Man of Steel, Superman takes on the Kryptonian version of Venom, and Clark Kent meets his real Father?
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Episode 104 The Sandstorm that Swallowed Metropolis!
Superman goes up against the evil Kobra, with the lives of Jonathan and Martha Kent hanging in the balance!
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Episode 103 A Million Dollars a Minute!
Superman's fugue episodes continue. How can the Man of Steel defeat Blackrock, prevent further fugue episodes, and get out of his UBC contract without tarnishing his name? And who is the surprise villain who shows up on the last page to provide a great cliffhanger of an ending? Listen to find out!
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Episode 102 The Super Sellout of Metropolis!
Just when you think that things can't get worse for our Man of Steel after dealing with Titano, the Atomic Skull, and an atmosphere of Kryptonite all at once, things are about to get worse. In this issue, Superman has blackouts, and gets a job!
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Episode 101 Beware the Eyes That Paralyze!
It's the first episode after Episode 100, and the first episode of the new weekly format! And to start things off, Superman has to take on both the Atomic Skull and Titano! And, like this issue, every sentence ends with an excalmation point! Woot!
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Episode 100 Crisis on Three Earths
This is it! The episode 100th episode of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Charlie and David team up to cover a comic that is not only epic in and of itself, but it also helps set up future stories, such as a little tale known in certain circles as Crisis on Infinite Earths.
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Episode 99 Lasers, Atomic Skull, and Starman
After yet another delay, Charlie and Dave return with more Bronze Age Superman goodness! First up, Charlie covers the finale of the Parasite story before covering a story that not only introduces the Atomic Skull, but also features the return of another old Silver Age adversary. Then, Dave covers...
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Episode 98 The Absolute Power-Play of the Parasite
Charlie flies solo this time while Dave recovers from swallowing razor wire. In the issues, Superman's powers are amped up beyond his control, while the Parasite's plans for the mysterious L.D.S. continue.
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Episode 97 Dogs, Grundy, and Doctor Fate
The time has finally come for Episode 97 of Superman in the Bronze Age! This time out, Superman meets a space pirate and her dogs, the Solomon Grundy of Earth-1 makes his debut, and Dave Weter presents DC Comics Presents #23, in which Doctor Fate helps Superman.!
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Episode 96 Metallo, Kryptonite, and Green Arrow
Metallo returns! Kryptonite returns! Even Green Arrow returns! Download it already!
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Episode 95 Death, Blackrock, and Zatanna
After a slight delay, Episode 95 is here. Witness the conclusion to the crisis in Central City and in space. Hear about the return of Blackrock. Get ready for a team-up between Superman and Zatanna. Download it now!
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Episode 94 Supergirl, Revelations, and the Atom!
In Episode 94, Supergirl joins in the fun as we learn not only who is really behind the virus affecting the nation's reporters, but we also learn who is the carrier of the plague. Plus, thanks to J David Weter, we learn about the time Superman help the Atom overcome his fear of shrinking.
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Episode 93 Metallo, Kryptonite, and Hawkman!
Episode 93 of Superman in the Bronze Age is full of mysteries. Who is "The Man With the Kryptonite Heart?" What is the cause of the plague afflicting the nation's reporters? Why is Hawkman acting so odd? Well, only 2 of those questions will be answered this time, but here's a new mystery: Which...
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Episode 92 Toyman, Bizarro, and Red Tornado!
Happy New Year everyone! In this episode, Charlie kicks off the final year of the show by covering Marty Pasko's first 2 issues of Superman, featuring the return of 2 old villains. Plus, "Dave Weter Presents" a team-up between Superman and Red Tornado! That's 3 comics in less than an hour! And…
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Episode 91 Superman's Last Christmas
HO! HO! HO! It's our 4th Annual Superman in the Bronze Age Christmas episode. This time, Charlie and Dave team up to tell the story of Superman's Last Christmas, which isn't really his last Christmas, but you get the idea. Plus, we lay out our plans for next year, including our plans for our…
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Charlie's Geekcast Episode 26 Geeking on Christmas Music
Presenting a special Christmas present from my other podcast! It�s Christmas time! And what better way to celebrate than with almost 2 uninterrupted hours of Christmas music? Completely commercial free, and I barely even talk in it. Enjoy!
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Episode 90 The Secret World of Jonathan Kent
For Episode 90, I am joined once again by Michael Bailey, host of Views From the Longbox and From Crisis to Crisis, to discover exactly how Jonathan Kent returned from the dead, and how it is related to Starshine's powers. Also, J David Weter presents the final installment of Superboy in the…
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Episode 89 The Miraculous Return of Jonathan Kent
In a reality in which Jonathan and Martha Kent died shortly after Clark graduated high school, Jonathan Kent showing up in Metropolis years later makes for a great mystery. And who better to help me solve this mystery than Michael Bailey, host of Views From the Longbox, From Crisis to Crisis, and...
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Episode 88 The Dying Day of Lois and Lana
In Episode 88, we find out if Superman is able to save Lois and Lana, and Lex Luthor shows just how evil he can be. Plus, Superboy makes a new friend at Metropolis University in Issue 2 of Superman: The Secret Years.
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Episode 87 The Last Days of Lois and Lana
In this, the 87th episode, an old failure comes back to haunt the Man of Steel. A failure that could mean the end for both Lois Lane and Lana Lang. Plus, Clark enters his Junior year of college while still trying to come to grips with the death of the Kents.
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Charlie's Geekcast Episode 24 The Phantom Zone Part 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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Episode 86 The Phantom Zone Part 3
Superman and Charlie try desperately to escape from the Phantom Zone, while on Earth, General Zod's master plan is revealed. All this, and Batman too, in the issue 3 of the Phantom Zone mini-series. Plus, Superboy takes his first step in his journey toward becoming Superman.
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Charlie's Geekcast Episode 23 The Phantom Zone Part 2
Superman and Charlie Kweskill are trapped in the Phantom Zone and the Phantom Zone criminals are loose on Earth, complete with super-powers. Things aren't looking too good for the good guys in issue 2 of the Phantom Zone mini-series.
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Episode 85 The Phantom Zone Part 1
The Phantom Zone is home to some of Krypton's worst villians, and in issue 1 of the Phantom Zone mini-series, we learn all about them, while being reintroduced to a long-forgotten character. Also, J David Weter covers an adventure of Superboy and the Legion for the final time.
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Episode 84 Countdown of the Killer Computer
Computers all over the world are going haywire, which was even a big deal back in 1980! Who could possibly be behind it all? Well, don't look at the cover to Action Comics 514, because it kinda spoils it. Plus, Superboy and the Legion try desperately to find a way to save Princess Projectra from...
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Episode 83 Let My People Grow!
In honor of Superman's 75th anniversary, we're going to take a look at one of the big events from Superman's 40th anniversary: The enlargement of Kandor. That's right. Superman finally finds a way to fulfill a promise that he made 20 years earlier (real time). Plus, Superboy and the Legion deal...
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Episode 82 Superman vs SHAZAM! Part 2
It's part 2 of our coverage of Superman vs SHAZAM! Once again, J David Weter (PADSMASH) puts his Superboy and the Legion segment on hold to help out and provide some Marvel Family knowledge.
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Episode 81 Superman vs SHAZAM! Part 1
Continuing our look at the Superman Treasury books, it's time to check out Superman vs SHAZAM! And boy, is that an appropriate title as both heroes spend most of the issue fighting against each other in an epic slugfest. Joining me is a major fan of the original Captain Marvel, J David Weter, who...
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Episode 80 Superman vs Muhammad Ali Part 2
Once again, I am joined by Michael Bradley of Thrilling Adventures of Superman as we conclude our 2 part look at the "Superman vs Muhammad Ali" Treasury Sized special. Plus, J David Weter returns with another adventure of Superboy and the Legion of Superheroes. Enjoy!
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Episode 79 Superman vs Muhammad Ali Part 1
In 1978, Muhammad Ali was the heavy-weight champion of the world, and Superman was about to star in a blockbuster movie. So, what better time to have these 2 super-stars meet? Actually, the book was supposed to come out in the fall of 1977, but we'll just look past that. This time out, I'm joined...
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Episode 78 Bicentennial Celebration!
After 2 months of history lessons and movie commentaries, it's time to return to the world of bronze age comics books. And we return with a bang! First up, Charlie takes a look at a 4-part story that eventually ties into the American Bicentennial Celebration of 1976. And, in our backup feature,...
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Episode 77 Superman III Commentary
Yes, the 12th most spectacular movie event of 1983 is here. Listen as I watch Richard Pryor stick to the script, Superman fight Clark at a wrecking yard, and the most epic shirt rip ever. Plus, a little bit of trivia at no additional cost!
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Episode 76.5 Superman vs Wonder Woman and Superman Celebration Part 2
Welcome to part 2 of the live podcast I recorded at the 2013 Superman Celebration in Metropolis with J David Weter of Superman Forever Radio and our very own Superboy in the Bronze Age segments. In this special episode, we finish our coverage of the Superman vs Wonder Woman Treasury Special, and...
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Episode 76 Superman The Movie Commentary
It is June 2013, which means that a new movie is about to be released starring a certain Man of Steel. In honor of that, this month will be a commentary month where we watch all 4 Christopher Reeve Superman movies, crossing over with my other show, Charlie's Geekcast, to ensure we get all 4…
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Episode 75 Superman in the 80s
It's episode 75! And to celebrate, we take a look at Superman from 1980-1986, including creator changes, major events in the books, and a quick look at what happened outside of the books. Plus, listener feedback and a brief thank you for hanging around for 75 episodes of me talking about 30-40…
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Episode 74 Superman in the 70s
With Superman now officially 75, and to help celebrate the event even further, the next 2 episode of Superman in the Bronze Age will take an overall look at the Bronze Age of Superman. In this episode, we look at the 70s. From the editorial shake up that started the decade to the popularity...
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Episode 73 Superman Takes a Wife!
You are cordially invited to the wedding of Lois Lane to Kal-El in Episode 73. That's right folks! Not a hoax! Not a dream! Not an imaginary story! And for this monumental occasion, I am joined by Billy Hogan of The Superman Fan Podcast to examine a tale 40 years in the making. And as if that...
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Episode 72 The Superman Spectacular Part 3
This episode, we take our final look at the Superman Specatular by looking at the responses the then current and former Superman creators had to the question, �Should Superman Marry Lois Lane?� And, as an extra added bonus, we also get response from other podcasters, such as Andrew Leyland of Hey...
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A weekly podcast hosted by Charlie Niemeyer covering Superman's adventures from 1970 to 1986. New episodes are available every Wednesday. Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster.
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