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Earth-2.net: The Show is a weekly mishmash of reviews and editorials focusing on comic books, video games, anime / manga, and sci-fi / horror.
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Episodes

Episode 1064 - Flickchart Forum: Batman Movies

The Flickchart Forum returns, with Ian Wilson hosting another two guests as they take on the very first character-based subject matter: Batman. As The Caped Crusader celebrates his 80th birthday, his cinematic outings between 1966 and 2017 are examined, with more than a few nods to World's Finest Podcast and The Dark Knight Discussions. Also: find out who gave up time on their birthday to record this episode, who is Batman's most generic villain, and whether or not Sir Michael Caine has a cockne...

May 21, 20192 hr 4 min

Episode 1063 - Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan

After the slow-moving visual spectacle that was Star Trek: The Motion Picture, the guys spend nearly three hours gushing over the epic that is Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. Themes of life, death, aging, and rebirth are explored, as are thoughts of space-flutes and keytars. (Notes: Guard your ears around 1:56:10. This is also a repackaged version of The Edge of Forever 48.) Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

May 14, 20193 hr 4 min

Episode 1054 - Kingdom Hearts III, More

Hannah and Jim are back, and this time around they offer an apology to Antony Johnston, then they discuss Kingdom Hearts III, Destiny 2, and Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Apr 20, 201947 min

Episode 1053 - WrestleMania 35

In an Earth-2.net: The Show first, we dedicate an entire episode to wrestling! Dave and Mike sat down for well over three hours to discuss the superb NXT TakeOver: New York card, and the feel-good show that was WrestleMania 35! Personal backstories with wrestling are discussed, as are the in-ring storylines, Randy Orton's ability to hit the RKO out of nowhere, and the future stars that are Johnny Gargano, Kofi Kingston, and Becky Lynch! Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2....

Apr 17, 20193 hr 23 min

Episode 1052 - Spice World

Four years ago, Mike discovered the awesomely meta, sadly underrated movie Spice World. Now, as his patron-request, Pandy asked Mike to cover it on The Show. With Ian. So that's what the guys are here to do today. Strap in for unconditional Spice World love, brotherly rivalries filtered through this podcast, and revelations about pajamas. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Mar 19, 20191 hr 46 min

Episode 1051 - Movie 43

Ian and Mike spend over two hours trying not to talk about Movie 43. They fail, just like this movie. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Mar 12, 20192 hr 13 min

Episode 1050 - Buck Rogers

Dave joins Dan and Mike to discuss all things Buck Rogers. First they look at the 1939 serial starring Buster Crabbe, then they have a beat-by-beat chat about the 1979 feature-length pilot of Buck Rogers in the 25th Century. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Mar 05, 20192 hr 15 min

Episode 1049 - Star Trek: The Motion Picture

Recently on The Edge of Forever, Dan and Mike's Star Trek podcast, Dave Probert joined the guys to discuss Star Trek: The Motion Picture. And that's what you're going to hear today. In an effort to get more ears on The Edge of Forever, Mike has repackaged episode 47 of The Edge of Forever as episode 1049 of Earth-2.net: The Show. Also: Stick around to the absolute end of the show for a six-minute teaser for episode 1050. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Feb 26, 20192 hr 38 min

Episode 1048 - Peanuts Specials

It's a Peanuts Valentine Retrospective, Charlie Brown! Skyler and Will celebrate Valentine's Day by discussing four Peanuts specials that have more than a bit of melancholy. Along the way, they find much to admire about one member of the cast, discuss a special focusing on a character you wouldn't expect, and realize the true versatility of spray cans. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Feb 14, 20191 hr 18 min

Episode 1047 - Fantastic Four 1994 and 2005

Today you are in for an absolute treat, as Dan and Mike are here to discuss not one but two Fantastic Four movies. Which ones you ask? The unreleased 1994 version (AKA Roger Corman's The Fantastic Four) and the big-budget 2005 version starring Chris Evans, Jessica Alba, Michael Chiklis, and Ioan Gruffudd. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Feb 05, 20191 hr 38 min

Episode 1046 - List and Shout: Artificial Intelligence

Christian and guest host Andy Poulastides of The Great Derelict seek out strange new acronyms, voyage around undesired sequels, and discover the sole entry of the Friends Cinematic Universe as they dissect their favorite good, evil, and neutral artificially intelligent beings. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Jan 22, 20191 hr 59 min

Episode 1045 - Batgirl: Year One

Donovan Morgan Grant joins Mike to discuss Batgirl: Year One, Barbara Gordon's amazingly retold origin story from 2003. Before that, however, the two touch upon Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, as well as Donovan's recent viral tweet. For the latest episode of Questions: We Don't Have Answers, follow this link: https://questionsnoanswers.libsyn.com/are-there-things-we-cannotshouldnt-talk-about Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Jan 15, 20191 hr 42 min

Episode 1044 - The Flash Trickster Episodes

Mike opens the show by delivering a plethora of thank yous, then he and Dan look at the two Mark Hamill episodes of The Flash (1990): "The Trickster" and "The Trial of the Trickster." They also briefly (and without spoilers) discuss the recent "Elseworlds" crossover on Supergirl, Green Arrow, and The Flash (2014). Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Jan 08, 20191 hr 2 min

Episode 1043 - DVD Commentary: Commando

We kick off 2019 with a DVD commentary of what is without a doubt the most over-the-top Arnold Schwarzenegger movie ever: Commando! Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Jan 01, 20191 hr 33 min

Episode 1042 - Squadron Supreme, Part 1

In this patron-suggested episode, Dan and Mike look at a classic comic book series that was long overdue for coverage on Earth-2.net: The Show. It's time to discuss the first six issues of the epic 12-part Squadron Supreme limited series! What themes does it touch upon that later comic books would get credit for, what makes it just as relevant now as it was in 1985, and how can you want the good guys to win and lose at the same time? You're one click away from hearing these answers. Please visit...

Dec 31, 20181 hr 6 min

Episode 1041 - Earth-2-in-1: The Brave and the Bold #119 and Daredevil #122

In this edition of Earth-2-in-1, Batman and Man-Bat join forces to nab an assassin (The Brave and the Bold #119), while Daredevil and Black Widow go on the hunt for a Hydra cell (Daredevil #122). Also: Dan creates an awesome new character, and the guys reminisce about old comic book ads. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Dec 29, 20181 hr 1 min

Episode 1040 - BlizzCon, More

Hannah and Jim talk BlizzCon, Red Dead Redemption 2 , Antony Johnston's Stealing Life , and more! Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Dec 27, 20181 hr 12 min

Episode 1039 - Classic Holiday Sitcoms

Will and Dan take a look at some classic holiday sitcom episodes, when they're not going over the city of Boston's fascination with Shelley Long, building the Hasbro Cinematic Universe from the ground up, or gushing about a 90s children's show in a way that will surprise no one who's ever paid any attention to Dan. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Dec 25, 20181 hr 18 min

Episode 1038 - I'll Be Home for Christmas

Skyler and Will are back for more festive hijinks as they talk about the Jonathan Taylor Thomas vehicle I'll Be Home for Christmas. Will goes on multiple tirades, Skyler brings up some good points, and they learn the true meaning of Christmas. Or, they watch some rich kid get a Porsche. Whichever. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Dec 24, 20181 hr 29 min

Episode 1037 - Home Alone 4: Taking Back the House

Will and Skyler don their gay apparel to discuss Home Alone 4: Taking Back the House, and get into some continuity snarls, near-fatalities, and pointless heel turns. Also, the one thing you need to know if an alien invasion occurs. Please visit our Patreon page at patreon.com/earth_2.

Dec 23, 20182 hr 13 min
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