Darren and Paul dig into Tales of the Legion 318, where the Persuader causes all kinds of trouble on Talok VIII. All this plus an epic tangent that moves from Archie to Batman to the Brady Bunch.
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Episode 431 – Tales of the Legion: Death Trip
Darren and Paul continue their look at the Tales of the Legion era, as Wildfire and Invisible Kid make their way out of paradise, the Heroes of Lallor help one of their own, and Paul finds an unintended way to Stump a Sub!
Episode 430 – Tales of the Legion: Meanwhile…
The Subs take a look at an issue that features the Subs! Tales of the Legion 316 takes Cosmic Boy and the Substitute Heroes on a joyride through space, as well as the conclusion of the White Witch’s origin.
Episode 429 – The Superboy Chronicles: Luthor’s Power Ploy
We ring in 2017 with a look at New Adventures of Superboy 14. It’s the one where Luthor tries to mess with Superboy’s powers! It also includes the story mentioned in episode 425, when Superbaby meets Zatara.
Episode 428 – A Very Vicious Subs Christmas!
Once again, the Subs celebrate the holiday season with a little talk about their Christmas plans, and give commentary on a Christmas tv show. Up this year: Vicious starring Sir Ian McKellen and Derek Jacobi (a name which Paul pronounces in at least 4 different ways).
Wishing you all the very best of the holidays!
To join in on the commentary with us, follow this link and press play when we do the countdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHX2Ln3-eLk
Episode 427 – Tales of the Legion: Stalemate
Paul and Darren are joined by Corinne McCreery of the Supergirl Power Hour to discuss the Pre-Crisis Supergirl’s last appearance with the Legion.
Episode 426 – Tales of the Legion: The Trial of Ontiir
With the Baxter run behind them, the Subs wonder “Whatever happened to the old newsstand book the Legion had?” Faster than you can say Crimson Avenger, they sat down to look at Tales of the Legion of Super Heroes. In this issue, 314, Ontiir is on trial, and nobody is enjoying the proceedings!
Episode 425 – All the Magics, Right Here!
Darren and Paul are joined by Thomas Lanese of The Parliament Of Rooks podcast to recap the Magic Wars, talk about the end of the Baxter Run, reflect on the top ten Legion moments as outlined by DC All Access and look at their Top Five magical characters. All this, and a magic-themed Stump the Subs!
Episode 424 – Where Has All the Magic Gone?
Darren and Paul take a look at the last issue of the Magic Wars, and of the series that contained it, the Baxter Run. They also look at upcoming collections, the week in Legion history, and a Stump the Subs.
Episode 423 – Hollywood’s Sketch Artist – A Conversation with Arne Starr
The Subs are joined by Erik Matthews and Arne Starr. You may recognize his name from many comics during the 80s and 90s, including the Baxter Run of Legion of Super Heroes, but you’ll be surprised by how many other places you’ve seen Arne and his work!