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Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey

Flat Squirrel Productions

Host Anthony Desiato (My Comic Shop History) takes flight with an ongoing podcast series exploring Superman! Digging for Kryptonite is an examination of Krypton"s Last Son across time and media, with deep dives into the creative visions, character elements, eras, and individual stories that have shaped the Man of Steel and the larger DC Universe since 1938. New episodes every Tuesday.

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02:10:05

Dark Knight Returns vs. DC: The New Frontier

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2022/05/11

Host Anthony Desiato digs into Frank Miller's DARK KNIGHT RETURNS & DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN and Darwyn Cooke's DC: THE NEW FRONTIER with guest Bill Maio, examining how each creator handles Superman's role as a government stooge.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies. FACEBOOK GROUP:

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01:42:37

Kingdom Come Superman Part 2

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2022/05/04

Host Anthony Desiato digs the JUSTICE SOCIETY OF AMERICA storyline "Thy Kingdom Come" by Geoff Johns, Alex Ross, and Dale Eaglesham with guest Rich Roney.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies. FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE:

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01:50:41

Kingdom Come Superman Part 1

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2022/04/27

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the classic KINGDOM COME miniseries by Mark Waid and Alex Ross with guest Bernie Gerstmayr. Also, in an epilogue to the podcast's recent Donnerverse event, they discuss Brandon Routh's turn as the Kingdom Come/Donner Superman on television's "Crisis on Infinite Earths" crossover event.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use

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02:00:38

The Donnerverse Part V—Superman Returns

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2022/04/20

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the Brandon Routh-starring SUPERMAN RETURNS (2006) with guest Bernie Gerstmayr. They explore how the film—Initially a critical and commercial disappointment—has aged and whether it serves as a fitting coda to the Richard Donner vision of the character.This is the conclusion to a 5-episode event examining the works and influence of Richard Donner across film and comics. Bernie returns next week for the start of a two-episode examination of the Kingdom Come

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01:56:05

The Donnerverse Part IV—Supergirl (1984)

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2022/04/13

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the notorious 1984 SUPERGIRL movie starring Helent Slater with fellow Superman podcaster Tyler Patrick (host of THE KRYPTON REPORT). This is Part 4 of a 5-episode event examining the works and influence of filmmaker Richard Donner across film and comics.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on

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02:20:04

The Donnerverse Part III—The Donner Cut

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2022/04/06

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the fabled "Donner Cut" of SUPERMAN II with fellow Superman podcaster Zach Moore (host of ALWAYS HOLD ON TO SMALLVILLE). This is Part 3 of a 5-episode event examining the works and influence of Donner across film and comics.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics

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02:28:40

The Donnerverse Part II—Superman '78 & Action Comics

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2022/03/30

Host Anthony Desiato presents a double feature digging into director Richard Donner's impact on the world of Superman comics. In the first half of the episode, Anthony welcomes 13th Dimension editor-in-chief Dan Greenfield to discuss the 2021 SUPERMAN '78 miniseries by Robert Venditti & Wilfredo Torres, which features an all-new story set within the universe and continuity of SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE. Then, in the second half, Anthony and guest Scott Honig examine the 2006-2008 ACTION COMICS

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02:31:10

The Donnerverse Part I—Superman: The Movie

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2022/03/23

Host Anthony Desiato celebrates the podcast's 50th episode and digs into director Richard Donner's quintessential superhero film—1978's SUPERMAN: THE MOVIE starring Christopher Reeve—with comic book artist V Ken Marion. This is Part 1 of a 5-episode event examining the works and influence of Donner across film and comics.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and

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01:37:23

Grant Morrison's Rock of Ages and Final Crisis

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2022/03/16

Host Anthony Desiato digs into a pair of works by writer Grant Morrison, the 1997 JLA arc "Rock of Ages" and the 2008 event FINAL CRISIS, with guest Ralph Puma. They examine the parallels between these two tales of Darkseid subjugating Earth with the Anti-Life Equation, the ways in which they inspired Zack Snyder's cinematic vision, and whether Morrison's work is overly convoluted or worth the reader's effort.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato,

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02:00:33

Superman Lives

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2022/03/09

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the infamous unmade SUPERMAN LIVES movie with guest V Ken Marion. Originally intended to be released in 1998, Warner Bros. ultimately cancelled the film shortly before the start of production—and following a lengthy development process, which saw an earlier screenplay by CLERKS' Kevin Smith, the controversial attachment of director Tim Burton and Nicolas Cage, and a story that would have seen Superman die at the hands of Doomsday before returning to life. In the

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01:57:32

Rebirth Era Part 2 - Superman by Tomasi and Gleason

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2022/03/02

Host Anthony Desiato continues digging into the "Rebirth" era with a look at the SUPERMAN run by Peter Tomasi & Patrick Gleason. In Part 2 of 2, Anthony and guest Bernie Gerstmayr discuss SUPERMAN (2016) #1-45, depicting the Kent family adventures in Hamilton County and beyond, with trips to Dinosaur Island, the Multiverse, Apokolips, and Bizarro World.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and

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01:52:26

Rebirth Era Part 1 - Action Comics by Dan Jurgens

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2022/02/23

Host Anthony Desiato digs into the "Rebirth" era of the Superman titles from 2016-2018, which saw pre-FLASHPOINT elements restored across the DC Universe. In Part 1, Anthony and guest Scott Honig discuss the ACTION COMICS run (issues #957-999) by veteran Superman writer Dan Jurgens, featuring the return of Doomsday, the merging of the Post-Crisis and New 52 versions of Superman, an all-new Superman Revenge Squad, the controversial "Mr. Oz" reveal, and a time-traveling team-up with Booster

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02:31:37

Smallville Wishlist

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2022/02/16

Host Anthony Desiato shares his SMALLVILLE wishlist with fellow Superman podcaster Zach Moore (host of ALWAYS HOLD ON TO SMALLVILLE). What characters, story arcs, twists on the mythology, and specific episodes would have benefited from a do-over crystal from the Fortress of Solitude? Anthony and Zach take a long view of the WB/CW series starring Tom Welling as they compare lists in this episode not to be missed by any fellow Smallville diehards. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content

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01:56:31

Superman and Lois Season 1

Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey ·

2022/02/09

Host Anthony Desiato digs into Season 1 of the CW television series SUPERMAN AND LOIS with returning guest V Ken Marion. They discuss the shows arcs, themes, casting, and more. NOTE: This episode contains spoilers for Season 1 but NO spoilers for the currently-airing Season 2.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato, including the spinoff podcasts BEYOND METROPOLIS and DIGGING FOR JUSTICE!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next

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02:22:17

The Animated Series Mixtapes Vol. 5 - New Gods

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2022/02/02

Host Anthony Desiato assembles the final SUPERMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES "mixtape" in the epic conclusion to 2022's kickoff event. In Vol. 5, Anthony and guest Jeremy Frutkin revisit a collection of episodes featuring Jack Kirby's New Gods. Episodes discussed include: "Tools of the Trade," "Father's Day," "Apokolips...Now!" Parts 1-2, "Little Girl Lost" Parts 1-2, and "Legacy" Parts 1-2 (the series finale of S:TAS). Thank you for listening to this five-part event. Be sure to return in one week for our

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01:54:49

The Animated Series Mixtapes Vol. 4 - Villains

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2022/01/26

Host Anthony Desiato assembles the next SUPERMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES "mixtape" in the continuation of 2022's kickoff event. In Vol. 4, Anthony and guest Jeremy Frutkin revisit a collection of episodes featuring Superman's rogues gallery. Episodes discussed include: "Identity Crisis," "Mxyzpixilated," "Bizarro's World," & "Little Big Head Man" (Bizarro and Mxyzptlk); "Main Main" Parts 1-2 (Lobo); "Warrior Queen" (Maxima); "Fun and Games" & "Obsession" (Toyman); and "Feeding Time" &

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02:00:23

The Animated Series Mixtapes Vol. 3 - DC Team-Ups

Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey ·

2022/01/19

Host Anthony Desiato assembles the next SUPERMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES "mixtape" in the continuation of 2022's kickoff event. In Vol. 3, Anthony and guest Jeremy Frutkin revisit a collection of episodes featuring Superman's first meeting with other heroes in the DC Animated Universe. Episodes discussed include: "World's Finest" Parts 1-3, "Knight Time," & "The Demon Reborn" (Batman); "Speed Demons" (Flash); "Hands of Fate" (Dr. Fate); "In Brightest Day" (Green Lantern); "A Fish Story" (Aquaman);

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01:59:54

The Animated Series Mixtapes Vol. 2 - Metropolis

Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey ·

2022/01/12

Host Anthony Desiato assembles the next SUPERMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES "mixtape" in the second installment of 2022's kickoff event. In Vol. 2, Anthony and guest Jeremy Frutkin revisit a collection of episodes dealing with Superman's Metropolis supporting cast, including Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, and Lex Luthor. Episodes discussed include: "The Last Son of Krypton" Part 3, "A Little Piece of Home," "The Way of All Flesh," "My Girl," "Brave New Metropolis," "Target," "The Late Mr. Kent," and "Superman's

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02:01:13

The Animated Series Mixtapes Vol. 1 - Krypton

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2022/01/05

Host Anthony Desiato kicks off 2022 and the new WEEKLY era of Digging for Kryptonite with "The Animated Series Mixtapes," a 5-part event examining the classic Bruce Timm cartoon that ran for 54 episodes between 1996 and 2000. In Vol. 1, Anthony and guest Jeremy Frutkin revisit a collection of episodes dealing with Superman's Kryptonian heritage, including Brainiac, the Phantom Zone villains, and more. Episodes discussed include: "The Last Son of Krypton" Parts 1 & 2, "Stolen Memories," "Blasts

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02:23:46

The Joe Kelly Action Comics Era

Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey ·

2021/12/15

Host Anthony Desiato returns to the early 2000s Superman titles, shining a light on writer Joe Kelly's 50-issue run on ACTION COMICS. Anthony and guest Mike Sangregorio dig into the landmark issues Action 775 ("What's So Funny 'Bout Truth, Justice, and the American Way?") and Action 800, the sagas of Manchester Black and General "Zod," and Kelly's heartfelt human interest stories. This is the last episode of Digging for Kryptonite in 2021. The podcast returns with a new WEEKLY release schedule and a

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