This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Nick Ryan Magdoza as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails, messages and iTunes reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on Patreon who's generous contributions help produce the podcast! Chris Fuchs / @crfuchs7 Kevonte Chilous / @chill_us Daryn Kirsc...
Dec 04, 2020•1 hr 33 min
It's our sixteenth Superman Special! Zach is joined by John Mills from The Nerd Party to discuss Superman IV! We talk Cannon Films, the nearly 45 minutes of deletes scenes and lost footage, comic book heroes tackling real world issues, and more...but first, we have fun! Check out John's work including his podcasts on The Nerd Party: https://kesseljunkie.com/ https://www.thenerdparty.com/ Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks o...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 18 min
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Casey Cochran to discuss the one hundred eighteenth episode of Smallville , "Static." We talk Casey's Superman and Smallville fandom, Lana's birthday, Falling Down fashion and of course...BATISTA! Tune in to the right frequency for the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: C- Lance's Grade: C- Casey's Grade: C- IMDB Grade: 7.7...
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 46 min•Season 6Ep. 8
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Chris Fuchs to discuss the one hundred seventeenth episode of Smallville , "Rage." We talk the timeline of season six, Green Arrow on Mirakuru, Lionel and Martha, and of course that infamous Thanksgiving dinner! Inject the latest Always Hold On To Smallville into your veins! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B- Lance's Grade: C Chris' Grade: C IMDB Grade: 8.1...
Nov 06, 2020•1 hr 55 min•Season 6Ep. 7
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow and Tom Gehrke, who created our awesome logo as well as a lot of the other artwork you see around the podcast, to discuss the one hundred sixteenth episode of Smallville , "Fallout." We talk the artist formerly known as Lil' Bow Wow, jump scares, Catfish , and Raya being an extremely lame character! You should've already listened to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow:...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Season 6Ep. 6
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Daryn Kirscht to discuss the one hundred fifteenth episode of Smallville , "Reunion." We talk Daryn's Superman and Smallville fandom, flashbacks to Lex's boarding school days, the Lex/Oliver dynamic and much more! Watch out for falling objects as you listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: C+ Lance's Grade: B- Dary...
Oct 23, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Season 6Ep. 5
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred fourteenth episode of Smallville , "Arrow." We talk Arrow 's Green Arrow vs. Smallville 's Green Arrow, Lois Lane slowly becoming THE Lois Lane, an out-of-place Lana and Lex subplot, and much more! Don't forget to say please for the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: OFF THE MARK L...
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 6Ep. 4
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and James Bandini II to discuss the one hundred thirteenth episode of Smallville , "Wither." We talk deleted scenes that probably shouldn't have been deleted, the show's many couples defining their relationships, costume choices and much more! Dress up in your favorite outfit and listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade:...
Oct 08, 2020•1 hr 44 min•Season 6Ep. 3
This week Zach is joined by Daniel Proulx from The Nerd Party to discuss the one hundred twelfth episode of Smallville, "Zod." We talk another new power for Clark, Lois beginning her journalism career (again) because of a barn door that fell out of the sky, and the arrival of Oliver Queen to the series! You've been working too hard, take a break and listen to latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Ceti Alpha 3 on The Nerd Party: thenerdparty.com/cetialpha3 EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B...
Oct 01, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 6Ep. 2
This week Zach is joined by Zack Benz from The Daily Planet to discuss the one hundred eleventh episode of Smallville , "Zod." We talk Zack's Superman and Smallville fandom, the Phantom Zone, Superman II connections and references, and the debut of one Henry James Olsen! Kneel before the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out The Daily Planet: https://dailyplanetdc.com/ EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: A+ Zack's Grade: B IMDB Grade: 9.0 Superman Homepage Grade: 4.5/5 Bechdel Test: FAIL SERI...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Season 6Ep. 1
It's our tenth Smallville Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss The Chloe Chronicles Volume III...I mean, The Vengeance Chronicles! We talk these webisodes set during the fifth season, the return of the Angel of Vengeance, production values and stock footage, surprise returning characters and references, and if Zach has ever seen these before! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod Always Hold On To Smallville is...
Sep 03, 2020•31 min
It's our first Arrow Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to go through each episode of Arrow's first season and discuss if they're a bullseye, a miss, off the mark, or if they failed this city. We'll be teaming up for Arrow Specials each time Always Hold On To Arrow completes its coverage of a season, so stay tuned! Do not fail this podcast, and always hold on to Arrow! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfail...
Aug 27, 2020•1 hr 21 min
It's our fifteenth Superman Special! Zach is joined by John Mills from The Nerd Party to discuss Superman III! We talk viewing this Pre-Crisis film through Post-Crisis eyes, missed opportunities, Lana Lang and yes...the cyborg that terrified us all as children. Check out John's work including his podcasts on The Nerd Party: https://kesseljunkie.com/ https://www.thenerdparty.com/ Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on Patreon...
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr 22 min
It's our fourteenth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman (and Always Hold On To Birds Of Prey), Lauren Winn and Matthew Rocca to discuss Superman Returns! We talk continuity, credits, casting, costumes and so much more that doesn't start with a C. Thanks to Lauren for this extended episode! Check out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman: https://dailyknockoff.com/ ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B+ Matt's Gra...
Jul 22, 2020•2 hr 18 min
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Nick Ryan Magdoza as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails, messages and iTunes reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on Patreon who's generous contributions help produce the podcast! Chris Fuchs / @crfuchs7 Kevonte Chilous / @chill_us Dallas Hern...
Jul 09, 2020•1 hr 53 min
After eight seasons on television it's finally time to talk about all the things that make Arrow, Arrow. Always Hold On To Smallville is proud to introduce Always Hold On To Arrow! Hosted by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous, Always Hold On To Arrow will be premiering soon on the United Federation of Podcasts. Zach joins Lance and Kevonte to launch the podcast, and we share our thoughts on the series as a whole, the series finale, and explain the format of the new podcast which will be different ...
Jun 23, 2020•1 hr 5 min
This week Zach and Lance Laster are joined by theRave and SupaBass from Spells and Curses to discuss the one hundred tenth episode of Smallville , "Vessel." They talk theRave and SupaBass' Smallville fandom, Phantom Zoners without physical bodies, Clark and Chloe's kiss, and everyone's favorite subplot: Mrs. Kent Goes To Washington! You've opened the portal for the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out the Spells and Curses: spellsandcurs.es EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: A Lance's Grade...
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 5Ep. 22
This week Zach is joined by Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the one hundred ninth episode of Smallville , "Oracle." They talk the Birds of Prey crossover that might have been, birthday parties, Ghost Dad 1.0 and the House of Zod crest! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is coming! Check out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman at The Daily Knockoff ! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B+ Matt's Grade: A IMDB Grade: 8.6...
Jun 11, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Season 5Ep. 21
This week Zach is joined by Tom Gehrke, who created our awesome logo as well as a lot of the other artwork you see around the podcast, to discuss the one hundred eighth episode of Smallville , "Fade." They talk Tom's Smallville fandom, the show's second attempt at an invisible man episode, Lois' characterization in her early seasons, and Lexana. Listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville before it disappears! Check out Tom's work on his website ! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B- Tom's Gra...
May 21, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Season 5Ep. 20
This week Zach is joined by Matthew Rocca to discuss the one hundred seventh episode of Smallville , "Mercy." They talk Lionel as protagonist, continuity, and of course... Saw . Let's play a game and listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: A Matthew's Grade: A IMDB Grade: 8.5 Superman Homepage Grade: 3.5/5 Bechdel Test: FAIL SERIES TALLY BOARD ...From Metropolis: 15 Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 9 Amnesia Count: 44 Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 36 Chloe's Unse...
May 14, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Season 5Ep. 19
This week Zach is joined by Matt Latham from Pick A Disc to discuss the one hundred sixth episode of Smallville , "Fragile." They talk Tom Welling's directorial debut, Clark's big brother energy, the official beginning of Lexana, and AOL! Handle the latest Always Hold On To Smallville with care! Check out Matt's podcast Pick A Disc . EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B- Matt's Grade: C IMDB Grade: 8.1 Superman Homepage Grade: 4/5 Bechdel Test: PASS SERIES TALLY BOARD ...From Metropolis: 15 Amazing T...
May 08, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Season 5Ep. 18
This week Zach is joined by Tyler Patrick from Krypton Report to discuss the one hundred fifth episode of Smallville , "Void." They talk a potentially better set-up for this story utilizing a returning guest star, Lana not remembering her "dad" wasn't her dad, Clark's reunion with Jonathan, a restructured final act! Listen to this week's Always Hold On To Smallville for longer than two minutes! Check out Tyler on Krypton Report ! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: C+ Tyler's Grade: C+ IMDB Grade: 7.7...
Apr 24, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Season 5Ep. 17
This week Zach is joined by Lauren Winn to discuss the one hundred fourth episode of Smallville , "Hypnotic." They talk the return of Milton Fine, Clark and Lana's breakup, commuting between Smallville and Metropolis and Lex thinking hypnotism = super strength! You're going to listen to and enjoy the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: C- Lauren's Grade: C- IMDB Grade: 7.5 Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5 Bechdel Test: FAIL SERIES TALLY BOARD ...From Metropolis: 15 Ama...
Apr 17, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Season 5Ep. 16
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster to discuss the one hundred third episode of Smallville , "Cyborg." They talk the history of Victor Stone in comics and live action, how Cyborg compares to other DC Comic heroes that've been on the show, Lee Thompson Young, and relationship pointers from Lionel Luthor! Upgrade to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: A Lance's Grade: A IMDB Grade: 8.3 Superman Homepage Grade: 4/5 Bechdel Test: FAIL SERIES TALLY BOARD ...Fro...
Mar 27, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 5Ep. 15
This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster to discuss the one hundred second episode of Smallville , "Tomb." They talk the ever-changing backstory of Chloe's mother, how this episode is one-part Supernatural one-part Criminal Minds , its dark subject matter, and the would-be third sheriff of Smallville lost to deleted scenes! Don't wait ten years to find the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: D+ Lance's Grade: C- IMDB Grade: 7.6 Superman Homepage Grade: 1.5/5 Bechde...
Mar 20, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 5Ep. 14
This week Zach is joined by Craig Byrne, webmaster of Kryptonsite and K-SiteTV and author of several companion books on the series, to discuss the one hundred first episode of Smallville , "Vengeance." They talk the Not-Huntress, dealing with grief over the loss of a loved one, outdated technology and of course product placement! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville to the rescue! Check out Craig's websites: KryptonSite and KSiteTV EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B+ Craig's Grade: A IMDB Grade:...
Feb 20, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Season 5Ep. 13
This week Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis to discuss the one hundredth episode of Smallville , "Reckoning." They talk making diamonds out of coal, time travel hijinks, the deaths of Lana and Jonathan (and what might have been had their fates been switched), how this episode ties in with "Lexmas"! If you don't like the latest Always Hold On To Smallville listen to it again, it might turn out better for you...or worse! Check out Tricia's articles on SYFY Wire . EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: A Trici...
Feb 13, 2020•1 hr 39 min•Season 5Ep. 12
This week Zach is joined by Daniel Proulx from The Nerd Party to discuss the ninety ninth episode of Smallville , "Lockdown." They talk season five continuity, Sheriff Adams' last hurrah, and the rise of Lexana! If you're in lockdown, check out the latest Always Hold On To Smallville to pass the time! Check out Dan's podcast on The Nerd Party : Ceti Alpha 3 EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B- Dan's Grade: C IMDB Grade: 8.2 Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5 Bechdel Test: PASS SERIES TALLY BOARD ...From M...
Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 11
This week Zach is joined by Lauren Winn to discuss the the ninety eighth episode of Smallville , "Fanatic." They talk deleted scenes, kissing Smallville -style, hair (and lack thereof), and political campaigns! Cast you for vote for the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's Grade: B+ Lauren's Grade: C+ IMDB Grade: 7.8 Superman Homepage Grade: 2/5 Bechdel Test: FAIL SERIES TALLY BOARD ...From Metropolis: 15 Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 9 Amnesia Count: 44 Blue Shirt/Red J...
Jan 30, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 5Ep. 10
The Crisis ends! Zach, Lance Laster and Lauren Winn discuss Part 4 and Part 5 of the CW's Crisis On Infinite Earths! This podcast contains SPOILERS. You've been warned! Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on Patreon who's generous contributions help produce the podcast! Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie Dallas Hernandez Kevonte Chilous / @chill_us Chris Fuchs Jim Thomas Joe McIndoe / @joemcindoe92 Steve Rogers / @SteveJRoge...
Jan 15, 2020•1 hr 6 min
