Earth-2.net: The Show

With but a few exceptions, comic book characters aren't known for capturing the hearts and minds of the entire world. But, nearly 75 years after his debut in Action Comics #1, Superman remains a worldwide icon. Be it the countless DC comic books or the radio show, the Saturday morning cartoons or the timeless movie starring Christopher Reeve, the music inspired by the character or the near-perfect costume, or simply the message of "truth, justice, and the American way," there's something about Superman that has inspired us all. That said, today, to celebrate the 500th episode of Earth-2.net: The Show, we proudly present our tribute to the creation of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster: Superman! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

Remember when Mike started his look at the DCnU all the way back in September 2011? Well, all these months later he's offering up the final chapter in that review series, and those books are All-Star Western #1, Aquaman #1, Batman: The Dark Knight #1, Blackhawks #1, The Flash #1, The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Men #1, Green Lantern: New Guardians #1, I, Vampire #1, Justice League Dark #1, The Savage Hawkman #1, Superman #1, Teen Titans #1, and Voodoo #1. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

It's April and the guys are talking about books with February cover dates (Archie Giant Series Magazine #479, Archie #628, Tomb of Dracula #68, American Vampire #22, Walt Disney's Comics and Stories #461, and Disney-Pixar / Muppets Presents: The Treasure of Peg Leg Wilson), but you'll forget and forgive the delay once Dan and Mike begin to gush over comic book ads of the 1970s. Also, these world-shattering questions are asked: Who the bloody hell are The Sylvers? Did Lionel Richie drop in for a photobomb? Is that a Sea-Monkey's tail or something else? And what does Josie offer Alan in an ad for Hostess Fruit Pies? Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

Join Will and Hannah on a very romantic edition of Hey, Gurlfriend, as they cover their top five geeky romantic films! Never heard of some of them? That's okay, neither has Hannah. Also, Will comes dangerously close to revoking Hannah's geek card. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

Captain Britain is here to bow at the feet of Captain America! Well, okay, not quite. It's Ian Wilson's look at the many attempts to bring Captain America to the screen, including the recent Chris Evans vehicle / Avengers tie-in film. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

Spotlight on George Perez, a Toronto ComiCon 2012 panel. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

It's time for another installment of PotterWatch! And this time the guys cover Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

In this episode of Hey, Gurlfriend, Hannah and Will get their food on! And there's lots of bacon-wrapped, deep fried buttah to go around! So sit down, tuck in, and get ready to do some cooking! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

In the final Waiting for the Trade of 2011, Tom and Chris dig deep into King Conan: The Scarlet Citadel, Insurrection, and House of M! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

It's a Very Hey, Gurlfriend Christmas! And boy howdy, what a Christmas it will be, as Hannah and Will list their top five Christmas specials. Hannah has a small emotional breakdown, Will kills your childhood a bit more, the Girlfriends shamelessly promote a campaign to save one of the shows listed here, and they generally have a very merry time. Also, an announcement on the future of Big Damn Heroes is included at the start, so be sure to listen to this holly jolly episode! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

It's Grant Morrison versus Jeff Lemire, pulp hero versus pulp hero, and Havok versus Havok as Dan and Mike compare Animal Man (1988) #3 to Animal Man (2011) #1, Doc Savage (1988) #1 to John Carter: A Princess of Mars #1, and Havok & Wolverine: Meltdown #1 to X-Men Legacy #255! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

To purchase the DVD commentary of Doctor Who: The Caves of Androzani for only $1.99, visit http://store.earth-2.net.

For the third installment of what Tom and Chris like to call The New Adventures of Waiting for the Trade, the duo dives into Gladstone's School for World Conquerors, Uncanny X-Force: The Dark Angel Saga, Book One, and Leviathan. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

It's been a whole month since Mike last covered the first issues set in the DCnU, but he's back for the fourth round of books: Batman #1, Birds of Prey #1, Blue Beetle #1, Captain Atom #1, Catwoman #1, DC Universe Presents #1, Green Lantern Corps #1, Legion of Super-Heroes #1, Nightwing #1, Red Hood and the Outlaws #1, Supergirl #1, and Wonder Woman #1. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

In the second edition of PotterWatch, Christian Honore is joined by Aaron Ross as they discuss Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

The second installment of Hey, Gurlfriend is trotting into town. That's right, Will and Hannah are covering the new My Little Pony show. Where does the secret gay agenda come into play, how unexpectedly geeky is it, and how unexpectedly addicting is a show about ponies? Come listen to find out! Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

The Grumpy Old Fans are here, and this month they compare Alpha Flight (1983) #2 to Alpha Flight (2011) #2, Amethyst: Princess of Gemworld #5 to Flashpoint: Secret Seven #2, and Thor #335 to Journey into Mystery #625. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

To purchase the DVD commentary of Batman: Year One for only $1.50, visit http://store.earth-2.net.

Tom and Chris are back with their second installment of Waiting for the Trade, and this month they look at SHIELD: Architects of Forever, the fifth volume of Incorruptible, and The Flash: Blitz. Make sure to visit the Earth-2.net store: http://store.earth-2.net

Okay, it's really late, but Mike's look at the third week of DCnU comics is finally here! And this time he covers Batman and Robin #1, Batwoman #1, Deathstroke #1, Demon Knights #1, Frankenstein: Agent of SHADE #1, Green Lantern #1, Grifter #1, Legion Lost #1, Mister Terrific #1, Red Lanterns #1, Resurrection Man #1, Suicide Squad #1, and Superboy #1. Also, make sure you visit our new store, complete with DVD commentaries and buttons! http://store.earth-2.net