While the Subs are on vacation, they call in a replacement team from the past, themselves, to record the episode. This time, they take a look at Season 2 Episode 5 of the Legion of Super Heroes cartoon series, which contains the first animated look at Karate Kid!
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Episode 253 – *Choke*
The Subs take a look at the end of an era, as Superboy, the Legion’s inspiration, saves the world for the last time!
Episode 252 – Superman vs. Superboy: Past Imperfect
The Subs continue their look at the Pocket Universe with Action Comics 591. See what happens when you let your dog execute a plan against an alternate universe version of yourself, and then see what happens when Thunder faces Power Boy in an awkward location, and when Saturn Girl takes on Color Kid.
Episode 251 – Matt’s First Issue: Supermanscaping
The Subs take a look at Matt’s first issue featuring the Legion, Superman #8, by John Byrne and Karl Kesel. Though the issue is dedicated to Edmond Hamilton, it homages Otto Binder (and Al Plastino)’s Adventure 247. It’s the beginning of the end for Superboy, and the guys have a lot to say about it!
Episode 250 – The Legion’s Penultimate Stand
The Subs take a look at Legion of Super Heroes 23, as the Legion faces down the Fatal Five. Who is the fifth member, and who makes an unexpected comeback? Who will win in the smackdown battle between Supergirl and Harmonia? Listen in and find out!
Episode 249 – One Shot Hero: A Spotlight On Wildfire
The Subs take a look at the first appearance of Wildfire in Superboy 195. Then it’s a look at his varied histories, leading to a discussion of whether or not a reboot is needed. All that plus Squirrelnado!
Episode 248 – Freaky Friday… on a Monday?
The Subs deal with the routine crashing of their website, and battle Dr Regulus and more!
Episode 247 – These Reboots are Made for Talkin’
In their 247th episode, The Subs take a break from reading other people’s Legion stories, and come up with their own spins on the Legion’s origin, leading into a discussion about the legacy of the Legion.
Episode 246 – Rearranging Deck Chairs on the Titanic
The Subs discuss the latest 31st Century news, and then take a look at Legion of Super Heroes #21. 31st Century Metropolis has seen better days!
Episode 245 – Man of Steel: Great or Hate?
The Subs are joined by Stewart MacWilliam, aka Wetrats for a spoiler filled discussion of the new Superman movie, Man of Steel. We know what WE thought of it, what do YOU think? Let us know in the comments (but don’t spoil it for Matt yet!).