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The House of El: A Superman, Smallville & DCU Podcast

The House of El

The House of El is the longest-running Superman and Smallville podcast since 2005, now celebrating DC Comics across television and film for over two decades. Dive into the legacy of the Man of Steel and the wider DC Universe with episode reviews, cast interviews, breaking news, history, and deep-dive analysis—delivered with insight, humor, and nostalgia. Your Fortress for Fandom for more than 20 years!

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32:43

SV25: Aaron Ashmore on Becoming Jimmy Olsen Twice

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2026/10/10

Smallville's Aaron Ashmore - who portrayed both Henry James Olsen and younger brother James Bartholomew Olsen on the series - sits down with The House of El's Derek to reflect on 25 years of a fandom that continues to shape the future of Smallville.

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2:13:01

Lanterns | S1E08 - 'Dirt and Stars' - Season Finale

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2026/10/08

Derek and Graham break down how 'Dirt and Stars' lands its biggest swings, from the true identity behind Hal’s death to John Stewart’s hard-won transformation into something far bigger than the system that shaped him.After eight weeks of theories, trailer breakdowns, and frame-by-frame analysis, the guys return to the finale with fresh eyes and zero spoilers left to hide. They unpack the shocking truth about Noah, the brutal emotional logic behind Kerry’s choice, and the way the show

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2:22:11

Lanterns | S1E07 - 'The Jordan Boys' Legacy'- Hal’s...

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2026/09/29

Derek and Graham unpack the penultimate episode of Lanterns, where a graveyard mystery leads to revelations about Hal Jordan, his family legacy, and the secrets surrounding his death. They discuss how the episode’s Halogram, storage unit, the portal, and the mysterious planet add new clues—and why Carrie’s reaction could be important to understanding what happened.The conversation also explores the episode’s themes of fear, mental health, and generational trauma, along with Sinestro’s

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1:49:47

Lanterns | S1E06 - 'Bad Optics' - "I Hope I Mattered"

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2026/09/22

Derek and Graham discuss the latest episode of Lanterns, including Hal Jordan’s funeral, John Stewart’s return to Rushville, Guy Gardner’s arrival, and the mystery surrounding Hal’s ring.They break down the episode’s biggest reveals, character moments, DCU connections, and the theories leading into the next chapter. Watch on YouTube

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1:24:46

Lanterns | Bonus: Breaking Down the Lanterns...

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2026/09/18

The Lanterns midseason trailer just dropped, and Graham and Derek break down its biggest clues, including Hal’s return to Rushville, John’s time in prison, Guy Gardner’s arrival, the funeral mystery, and the possibility that the show is heading somewhere much stranger than expected. They discuss a controversial subtitle theory, the meaning of “bad optics,” the storage unit, the burned-out house, and whether the timeline points to clones, holograms, or Manhunter technology. The hosts also

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1:33:41

Lanterns | S1E5 - 'Lights Out' - Power, Fear, and...

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2026/09/15

The Lanterns mid-season episode that felt like a finale! But don't worry— we have three more episodes left! If you’re watching Lanterns for the twists, the lore, and the emotional gut-punches, this is the episode that changes everything. Derek and Graham break down the show’s most explosive episode yet, from the long-teased reveal of Zoe’s true nature to John Stewart’s life-or-death choice that redefines his entire arc. They dig into the layered dialogue, the Manhunter programming, the

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1:19:00

Lanterns | Bonus: William Goodman on Tom King, Aaron...

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2026/09/06

In this bonus podcast Derek, Graham, and our special guest this week—writer William Goodman—break down why this show is working so well, what episode 3 unlocks about Hal and John’s relationship, and how the series is using flashbacks and misdirection to recontextualize everything you thought you knew. Goodman also shares insight from his GQ interview with Tom King, including how the DCU was shaped behind the scenes, why Lanterns stayed so true to its original pitch, and why Aaron Pierre is

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41:12

Lanterns | Bonus - The Ring Foundry: How Green...

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2026/08/28

In this bonus episode of "Lanterns" coverage this week, Derek interviews Elias Noel Almeda, the creator of The Ring Foundry. Elias shares how discovering "Green Lantern: Rebirth" later in life inspired major pivots in his personal and creative journey.The conversation explores the strong performances of Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre in the first two episodes of the DCU HBO Max series, touching on the show's grounded tone, mythic storytelling, and realistic obstacles. Elias also

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1:26:57

Lanterns | S1E02 - 'Trust Fall' - The Suit, the Bird...

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2026/08/26

Derek and Graham dive into the electrifying second episode of Lanterns, "Trust Fall." From jaw-dropping action sequences to easter eggs that delight hardcore fans, this episode had it all. In this discussion we delve into the latest developments in the series, exploring character theories, visual design, and upcoming plot twists. Join us as we analyze the episode's key moments and speculate on future storylines.

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50:28

Lanterns | The Weeks Ahead - Speculation, Insights...

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2026/08/19

Graham and Derek walk through the final moments of the "Lanterns" premiere again, while offering speculation and insight into what could be discerned from trailers for the next seven weeks as the mystery box begins to open and unfold on the new Green Lantern series from DC Studios.

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1:00:30

Lanterns | S1E01 - 'Pilot' - Hal Jordan and John...

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2026/08/17

Derek and Graham breakdown the twists and turns of the series premiere of DC Studios' and HBO's LANTERNS - examining the history of the Green Lanterns on Earth, the mystery surrounding Rushville, Nebraska, and the chemistry of stars Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre.

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1:02:01

SV25: Sam Witwer on Finding the Beast Within, What...

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2026/06/12

Sam Witwer - known for his iconic "monster" roles like Smallville's Davis Bloome/Doomsday and Star Wars' Darth Maul - reflects on his time in Smallville, what he regrets about the way things were left for Davis and how Doomsday is the perfect opponent for Superman.

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56:13

Casting Superman | Patreon Preview

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2026/03/13

Derek and Luke discuss who they would pick to round out a Superman cast in this Patreon preview, showcasing the type of member exclusives you get when joining The House of El's Patreon. Special Guest: Luke Bugg.

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55:11

Batmania, The Brave and The Bold, The Batman Part II...

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2026/01/30

Justin from Epic Film Guys and The Burton Batcave enters The House of El for some World's Finest talk as he and Derek discuss various amounts of Batman news from The Brave and The Bold to The Batman Part II.

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44:19

Brainiac Returns! Maxima, Man of Tomorrow and More...

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2026/01/23

Panic in the Sky! Luke and Derek finally get on mic together for the first time in 2026 to talk all things DCU - the announcement of Brainiac in the Superman/Lex Luthor sequel "Man of Tomorrow," the rumors of Maxima returning to live action in the film, Supergirl, Lanterns and more as these Superman ambassadors do what they love doing the most: talking DC Comics!Special Guest: Luke Bugg.

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46:55

Twenty Years of 'Lexmas' - A Very SHoE Crew Christmas...

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2025/12/24

LEX IS VISITED BY THE GHOST OF CHRISTMAS FUTURE - Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) is given an envelope with damaging information that will destroy Jonathan's (John Schneider) life and must decide whether he will use it as it will also bring harm to Clark (Tom Welling) and Martha (Annette O'Toole). Before he can decide what to do, Lex is shot and falls into a coma. He dreams that his mother (Alisen Down) visits him and shows him the life he could lead if he walks away from his father (John Glover) and

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1:08:11

Smallville | S3E20-21 - 'Talisman' and 'Forsaken'

The House of El: A Superman, Smallville & DCU Podcast ·

2025/12/22

JOHN SCHNEIDER DIRECTS — When a Kiwatche Indian (guest star Nathaniel Arcand, “The Lone Ranger”) steals a mythic knife from the caves, he is bestowed with superpowers similar to Clark’s, causing the young man to believe he is the legendary Naman, “the man who fell from the stars.” Clark learns the Kiwatche legend foretold of a knife that could kill Naman and sets out to reclaim it before the young Indian can use it on Lionel John Glover.PETE IS TORTURED BY A CROOKED FBI AGENT - Clark decides to

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56:34

Look Out for Supergirl

The House of El: A Superman, Smallville & DCU Podcast ·

2025/12/05

Derek and Luke "The Geek of Steel" Bugg discuss the imminent trailer for "Supergirl;" what they hope to see, hear and learn from the preview for the upcoming film based on Tom King and Bilquis Evely's "Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow" from DC Comics. Special Guest: Luke Bugg.

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1:17:16

Smallville | 3x18 and 3x19 - 'Truth' and 'Memoria'

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2025/11/25

Frank and Derek begin to wind down on the season three rewatch of Smallville and begin prep for season 4 starting in 2026.

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55:58

Ink and Honor - The Legacy of Superman feat. Phillip...

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2025/11/17

Derek and Frank sit down live in front of an audience at Cleveland Public Library with "Action Comics" and "Book of El" writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson to discuss the legacy of the Man of Steel during Cleveland's superhero homecoming celebration in July. Special thanks to Cleveland Public Library for inviting The House of El to moderate the conversation!

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