Welcome back to This Month in Superman, your monthly breakdown of the best Superman comics on the stands!Vactor, Tim Tangent, and Super Frank dive deep into every Super-title hitting shelves — from Superman #30 to The Kryptonite Spectrum #2 and Adventures of Superman: Book of El #1 — analyzing storylines, art, and what they mean for the Man of Steel’s legacy.🦸‍♂️ In This Episode: • Frank’s Pick: Superman #30 — Booster Gold, Superboy Prime, and multiversal chaos collide! • Tim’s Pick: Adventures of Superman: Book of El #1 — Philip Kennedy Johnson brings cosmic scope and emotional depth. • Vactor’s Pick: Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #2 — A psychedelic, Silver Age-inspired masterpiece exploring what new shades of Kryptonite can do. • Bonus Talk: Doomsday as the Time Trapper?! Meta humor, continuity chaos, and where Jason Aaron’s Absolute Superman might go next.🧩 Topics Covered • Superboy Prime’s fourth-wall humor and Crisis references • Philip Kennedy Johnson’s Superman family storytelling • The creative brilliance behind Kryptonite Spectrum (W. Maxwell Prince & Martín Morazzo) • Silver Age influences, Alice in Wonderland parallels, and why Superman still inspires us today • Predictions for DC KO #1 and Superman Red & Blue (2025 Special)📚 Honorable Mentions • Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong #4 • Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #4 • Supergirl #5 • Justice League Red (Power Girl spotlight)⸻



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This Month In Superman (September 2025)

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In this engaging conversation, the hosts celebrate the exciting developments in the Superman comic universe for 2025, discussing various titles, including Superman Unlimited and the Kryptonite Spectrum. They delve into the dynamics of the Justice League, the artistry behind the comics, and the impact of storytelling. The discussion also touches on the Beer with Geeks podcast, showcasing the hosts' camaraderie and shared passion for comics.



Chapters:

00:00 Superman Fans Unite: A Celebration of August 2025

04:46 Honorable Mentions: Exploring the Superman Universe

09:36 Spotlight on Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum

14:27 Superman Number 29: A New Favorite Emerges

16:25 Exploring Fourth Wall Breaks in Comics

19:26 The Impact of the Legion of Superheroes

22:06 Justice League Unlimited: A New Era

24:22 Batman and the Ethics of Superhero Vigilantism

26:54 The Evolution of Superman's Character

29:36 The Importance of Community in Comic Discussions

This Month In Superman (August 2025)

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In this episode, Vactor and Tim Tangent discuss the latest Superman comics released in July, highlighting their favorite moments, honorable mentions, and picks of the month. They delve into various Superman titles, including Superman Number 28 and Cal-El-Fornia Love, while sharing their thoughts on the evolving narratives and character developments within the Superman universe. The conversation also touches on the impact of different artists and writers on the storytelling, as well as the overall excitement surrounding the Superman franchise.



Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to This Month in Superman

02:16 Honorable Mentions and Superman Family Updates

05:36 Deep Dive into Superman Comics

10:19 Exploring Superman Unlimited and Justice League Unlimited

15:28 Picks of the Month: Superman Stories

24:23 Wrap-Up and Future Superman Adventures

This Month In Superman (July 2025)

Welcome back to TreknoPod – our continuing mission to boldly explore Star Trek: Enterprise episode by episode!

In this episode, Captain Shoff, Captain Vactor, and Captain Linda Paiges review Enterprise Season 1, Episode 4: “Strange New World.” We break down the NX-01’s first away mission to a mysterious planet, Archer’s risky decision to camp overnight, Porthos the Beagle’s big moment, and the creepy hallucinogenic spores that nearly tear the crew apart.

We discuss themes of wonder, paranoia, and humanity’s eagerness to explore—plus ghost stories by the campfire, T’Pol’s struggles to keep control, and why this episode feels like a mix of classic Trek adventure and psychological horror. This one also gave us fun trivia: the caves filmed here were used in Batman ’66 as the Batcave entrance!

If you love Star Trek (Enterprise, TNG, DS9, Voyager, Strange New Worlds, or TOS), this is the podcast for you. Join our crew as we continue this rewatch journey together.

👉 Next episode: “Unexpected”
👉 Subscribe for more Enterprise reviews, Star Trek discussions, and Trek fandom fun!

Star Trek: Enterprise S1E4 “Strange New World” Review

Welcome back to TreknoPod – our continuing mission to boldly explore Star Trek: Enterprise episode by episode!In this episode, Captain Shoff, Captain Vactor, and Captain Linda Paiges review Enterprise Season 1, Episode 3: "Fight or Flight." We break down Hoshi’s struggles, Archer’s leadership, the NX-01 design, T’Pol’s similarities to Seven of Nine, and why this episode finally feels like Star Trek.We discuss themes of fear, exploration, and humanity’s early steps into deep space—plus Sluggo the slug, Phlox’s hilarious lines, and Archer’s prejudice toward Vulcans. This episode is packed with lore, laughs, and thoughtful debate.If you love Star Trek (Enterprise, TNG, DS9, Voyager, Strange New Worlds, or TOS), this is the podcast for you. Join our crew as we continue this rewatch journey together.👉 Next episode: "Strange New World"👉 Subscribe for more Enterprise reviews, Star Trek discussions, and Trek fandom fun!

The Episode That Made Enterprise Feel Like Star Trek | Fight or Flight 1x3 Review

Welcome back to Treknopod! 🚀 After a long stardate hiatus, we’re back—with three co-captains—for a deep dive into Star Trek: Enterprise’s two-part pilot, Broken Bow.Join Shoff, Vactor, and our new co-host Linda Paiges as we warp into the early days of Starfleet, meet Porthos the Beagle, unpack the Vulcans’ weird attitude, laugh at the infamous decon gel scene, and debate whether the “Temporal Cold War” arc works at all.💬 In this episode:How Enterprise bridges real-world space travel & Trek techVulcans with emotions?First contact with Klingons (and Tommy ‘Tiny’ Lister Jr.)Why the decon scene is Trek’s thirstiest momentThe Enterprise theme song: love it or hate it?Is the pilot a worthy start to the last pre-Discovery Trek series?📅 Episode Covered: Star Trek: Enterprise S01E01–02 Broken Bow (2001)📢 Watch along with us & share your thoughts—best comments get a shout-out in the next episode!Chapters:00:00 Introduction of the New Crew02:34 Diving into Enterprise: A Feminine Perspective05:36 The Vulcans and Their Portrayal08:31 Klingons: Evolution and Representation11:08 The Theme Song and Its Reception13:50 Controversial Scenes and Their Impact16:54 Transporters: A Double-Edged Sword25:08 Catchphrases and Command Styles26:20 Ethics and Morality in Star Trek29:05 Human and Vulcan Dynamics30:55 Character Development and Relationships33:29 Sula Bonds and Genetic Engineering35:57 Temporal Cold War and Story Arcs37:43 Character Favorites and Critiques

Revisiting Star Trek: Enterprise’s Horny Pilot | Broken Bow 1x1-2 Review

Vactor and Emmy (aka the EMCU) break down Fantastic Four: First Steps — from emotional family dynamics to multiverse madness. We discuss Sue Storm’s standout scenes, Pedro Pascal’s Reed Richards, the new Silver Surfer, and what this movie means for the future of the MCU. Plus, we theorize about Galactus, Doom, incursions, and Franklin Richards’ surprising role. This MCU reboot hit us in the feels — let’s talk about why.



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Fantastic Four: First Steps Review – MCU Family, Doom Theories & Galactus Moments

In this episode of This Comic Cooks, Vactor and Shoff finally reach the end of the so-called Sony Spider-Verse—with Kraven the Hunter marking the franchise’s final misstep. Was this movie really as bad as the internet says? Did Sony ever have a real plan for Spider-Man’s villains without Spider-Man? And what does Kraven’s failure mean for the future of Marvel’s big-screen multiverse?

We break down Aaron Taylor-Johnson’s forgettable performance, Russell Crowe’s baffling accent, and the wasted potential of iconic characters like Rhino and Chameleon. Plus, we talk about the contractual chaos between Sony and Marvel Studios, the lost opportunity of a Sinister Six movie, and what comes next—including Spider-Man: Brand New Day, Doomsday, and that Spider-Noir TV show. Subscribe and let’s cook.



Chapters:

00:00 The End of the Sony Spider-Verse

02:39 The Craven the Hunter Experience

05:22 Sony's Spider-Man Rights and Future

08:29 Character Portrayals and Casting Choices

11:06 The Direction and Writing Issues

13:59 Box Office Performance and Future Prospects

16:44 Looking Ahead: The Future of the MCU



👉 Love comics and honest movie takes? Subscribe to This Comic Cooks and leave us a review—it helps more fans find the show. Let us know on socials: Was Kraven the worst of the Sony Universe?

Kraven Flops: The End of Sony’s Spider-Verse

In this episode of This Comic Cooks Audio, Vactor and Shoff break down the final three episodes of Marvel’s Ironheart on Disney+. Did Riri Williams really make a deal with Mephisto? Was the finale satisfying or a missed opportunity? We dive into the show's biggest twists, from AI Natalie and the trauma behind the tech to Parker Robbins’ Scarface downfall and the multiversal magic of Zelma Stanton.

Topics include:

 * The real meaning behind Riri’s final choice

 * Dormammu and the evil behind the cape

 * How the finale sets up Strange Academy

 * Comic book vs MCU differences for The Hood, Natalie, and more

 * What worked, what didn’t, and what we hope comes next

🎧 Subscribe for more comic breakdowns, Marvel deep dives, and reviews of every show that cooks.

Ironheart Ep 4–6 Review: Mephisto, Magic, and Missed Potential

He’s smarter than Batman. Invisible to tech.And he’s finally stepping into the spotlight in James Gunn’s new Superman movie.This is Mr. Terrific—Michael Holt.One of the most brilliant, underrated, and coolest heroes in all of DC Comics.In this video, we break down:✅ His tragic origin story✅ His incredible powers (like the T-Spheres)✅ His ranking as the third-smartest person in the DC Universe✅ Why he might be the key to the new DCUIf you’ve never heard of Mr. Terrific, that’s kind of the point.Because once you understand what he’s capable of…He might just be your new favorite character.🦸‍♂️ Featured comics:• The Terrifics• Justice Society of America• Future State💬 What surprised you most about Mr. Terrific? Comment below!

Who IS Mr. Terrific?

*A weekly comic book discussion podcast where Vactor and his amazing friends discuss the latest and greatest from the comic book industry!* They love comics, AND YOU SHOULD TOO! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/comicbookkaiju/support

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Hosted by Shoff and Vactor, two STAR TREK loving dads whose continuing mission is to boldly go through and review all things TREK with our short-form podcast! Together, we’ll ENGAGE with the latest Trek content that’s been teleported into the Alpha Quadrant! We’ll also be slingshotting around the Sun to travel back in time in order to bring you some fascinating discussions of Star Trek TV shows and films of the past too! If you’re hard-working parents like us who love Star Trek, but are press for time, then beam aboard the U.S.S. TREKnological for our short-form podcast about all things Trek! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/treknological/support

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