Our final episode on Superman the Movie takes a close look at the heroic music in Metropolis, as well as the unfolding villainy of Lex Luthor. The heavy use of Superman's fanfare leitmotif is discussed, and we share thoughts from John Williams about the lasting, positive impact of Christopher Reeve as Superman.
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Mar 2026
The Phantom Menace - A Musical Introduction
In 1999, Star Wars and its music were about to change forever. In this introductory episode to the Phantom Menace and prequel trilogy, we discuss how George Lucas and composer John Williams had changed the entertainment industry with their genius, and how their work between trilo ... Show More
1h 1m
Jan 2026
Middle-Earth Sound Design: an Interview with David Farmer (Part II)
Part 2 of our interview with The Lord of the Rings sound designer David Farmer. We discuss the sounds of the Balrog, the Ents, and other various creatures across all three films. David also describes his technical workflow, and speaks with great fondness about the many months he ... Show More
37m 52s
Jul 2025
Superman And What's Making Us Happy
After much anticipation, there is a pretty great new Superman movie. And he's bringing exactly what we look to him for: hope. Writer and director James Gunn and new Man of Steel, David Corenswet, team up for a new tale of the eternal struggle between evil billionaire megalomaniac ... Show More
24m 8s
Jul 2025
Superman: Full Reaction & Breakdown | DC Studios Showcase with Reel Rejects & Phase Hero
Hosts Frankey Smith, Tyler Coates & Comic Correspondent Coy Jandrea are joined by Greg Alba (Reel Rejects) and Brandon Davis (Phase Hero) for their first reactions to Superman (2025). They dive into David Corenswet’s Clark Kent/Superman performance, the film’s themes, and what it ... Show More
1h 22m
Dec 2024
557 Superman Trailer & Mufasa
<p>We’re back for the second to last episode of the year! We’re talking all the big news including James Gunn’s 2025 Super Superman, The Roker loving the result of Red One, Amazon bungling James Bond content, some Star Wars rumours from 4 years ago maybe, another The Mummy reboot ... Show More
1h 28m
Apr 2025
Look Up! It’s Superman Day
Celebrate Superman Day with hosts Frankey Smith and Tyler Coates and Comics Correspondent Coy Jandreau as they explore Superman’s legacy, cultural impact, and what’s next from DC Studios. From creator origins to new adaptations, this deep dive honors why the Man of Steel still in ... Show More
55m 58s