Always Hold On To Smallville

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Mailbag #10, Part 1 Jan 19, 2023

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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails and podcast 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! Part 1 of 2!
Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow:
spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Jim Mason
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
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Episode 162 - 8x10 Bride Jan 13, 2023

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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred sixty second episode of Smallville, “Bride." They talk in media res via a wedding video, the first reveal of Smallville's Doomsday, Lang Lang's return, and the epic tease of Lex Luthor. Listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallvilleon wifi bro!
Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow:
spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Lance's Grade: B
IMDB Grade: 9.1
Superman Homepage Grade: 3/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 17
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 63
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 82
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 65
Hospital Visits: 124
In Media Res: 6
Injection Count: 52
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 51
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 20
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 12
Possession Count: 26
Product Placement Pete: 27
Queen Airways: 4
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Jim Mason
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
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Episode 161 - 8x09 Abyss Jan 06, 2023

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This week Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis from Always Hold On To DC’s Legends of Tomorrow to discuss the one hundred sixtiy first episode of Smallville, “Abyss." They talk James Cameron connections, Brainiac, revisiting moments from previous episodes, and if Davis wasn't so nice a guy after all. Don't forget the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!
Check out Tricia's SYFY Wire articles:
syfy.com/authors/tricia-ennis
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: C+
Tricia's Grade: C
IMDB Grade: 8.3
Superman Homepage Grade: 2/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 17
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 63
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 81
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 64
Hospital Visits: 122
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 52
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 51
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 20
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 12
Possession Count: 26
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
Gamman12
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Episode 160 - 8x08 Bloodline Dec 30, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Ronit Troner to discuss the one hundred sixtieth episode of Smallville, “Bloodline." They talk Laura Vandervoort's return to the series, the series' return to the Phantom Zone, glammed up Lois as Faora, and suggest some rewrites that might've improved the episode. The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is always with you, close to your heart!
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: C+
Ronit's Grade: C
IMDB Grade: 8.5
Superman Homepage Grade: 5/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 62
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 80
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 64
Hospital Visits: 121
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 51
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 51
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 12
Possession Count: 26
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
Gamman12
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

Episode 159 - 8x07 Identity Dec 23, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite and Tyler Patrick from Krypton Report to discuss the one hundred fifty ninth episode of Smallville, “Identity." They talk the gaslighting of Henry James Olsen, Oliver and Clark's dynamic this season, them doing the same trick from "Hydro" just in reversed roles, and how much we all forgot about this episode! Don't get overloaded by latest Always Hold On To Smallville!
Check out Anthony and his podcasts at Flat Squirrel Productions:
flatsquirrelproductions.com/podcasts
Check out Tyler on Krypton Report:
kryptonreport.libsyn.com
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A
Anthony's Grade: A-
Tyler's Grade: A
IMDB Grade: 8.6
Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 61
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 79
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 63
Hospital Visits: 121
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 50
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 50
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
Gamman12
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

Episode 158 - 8x06 Prey Dec 16, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Jason Skipper to discuss the one hundred fifty eighth episode of Smallville, “Prey." They talk Jason's Smallville and Superman fandom, Chloe leading a self-help group, the escalation of Davis' story, and an unexpected appearance from a future Arrow star! You're not the only figure in the background listening to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!
Check out Always Hold On To Arrow:
spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A
Lance's Grade: B+
Jason's Grade: B
IMDB Grade: 7.8
Superman Homepage Grade: 4.5/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 61
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 78
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 63
Hospital Visits: 120
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 50
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 50
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Forrest Yesnes
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Rouie Humphrey
Alex Hamilton
Matt Douglas
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
Gamman12
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

Episode 157 - 8x05 Committed Dec 08, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Luke Bugg aka. The Geek Of Steel to discuss the one hundred fifty seventh episode of Smallville, “Committed." They talk Lois and Clark's dynamic at this point in the series, Chloe and Jimmy's extravagant engagement party, Jimmy's parents "not existing," and Tess and Oliver reconnecting. Don't lie about listening to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!
Check out Luke's website and his podcast, The Podcast Of Steel:
thegeekofsteel.com/
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Luke's Grade: C+
IMDB Grade: 8.4
Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 60
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 77
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 63
Hospital Visits: 119
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 50
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 50
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 5
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Isaiah Goodridge
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Rouie Humphrey
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
Gamman12
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

Episode 156 - 8x04 Instinct Dec 01, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Michael Bailey from From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast to discuss the one hundred fifty sixth episode of Smallville, “Instinct." They talk Michael's Smallville fandom, the first and only live action Maxima, compare her to her comic book counterpart, and reveal that the series wasn't the first time Smallville was close to Metropolis. Don't let your endorphins and adrenaline levels get to high listening to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!
Checkout Michael at the Fortress of Baileytude:
fortressofbaileytude.com
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Michael's Grade: B+
IMDB Grade: 7.9
Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5
Bechdel Test: PASS
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 60
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 76
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 63
Hospital Visits: 119
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 50
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 50
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 9
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 4
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 30
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 37
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Kasey Vach / @ThePandaSupreme
Isaiah Goodridge
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Rouie Humphrey
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Joe McIndoe / @joemcindoe92
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
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Episode 155 - 8x03 Toxic Nov 24, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred fifty fifth episode of Smallville, “Toxic." They talk Oliver's flashbacks, compare Smavllille's version of the Green Arrow's origin to Arrow's, and sing the praises of Cassidy Freeman as Tess! You only have 12 hours to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville, and whatever you do...don't go to a hospital!
Check Kevonte on his podcasts:
Always Hold On To Arrow:
spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod
Always Hold On To Star Wars:
spreaker.com/show/alwaystarwars
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Kevonte's Grade: A
IMDB Grade: 7.8
Superman Homepage Grade: 1/5
Bechdel Test: FAIL
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 60
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 76
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 63
Hospital Visits: 118
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 50
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 50
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 8
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 4
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 29
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 34
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Kasey Vach / @ThePandaSupreme
Isaiah Goodridge
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Rouie Humphrey
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Joe McIndoe / @joemcindoe92
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

Episode 154 - 8x02 Plastique (with Sam Witwer) Nov 18, 2022

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This week Zach is joined by Jon Lee Brody and Davis Bloome himself, Sam Witwer to discuss the one hundred fifty fourth episode of Smallville, “Plastique." They talk Sam's first appearance on the series, his approach to the character, how he almost came back for season nine, and much more! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville boldly goes where no other episode has gone before!
Check out Jon on Gegghead:
youtube.com/GEGGHEAD
And the hub for all things Sam on his website:
samwitwer.com
DC Universe All Star Games:
youtu.be/RufDxE0G9D4
EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
IMDB Grade: 7.8
Superman Homepage Grade: 4/5
Bechdel Test: PASS
SERIES TALLY BOARD
...From Metropolis: 16
Amazing Technicolor Kryptonite: 12
Amnesia Count: 60
Blue Shirt/Red Jacket: 76
Chloe's Unseen Connections: 29
Clark Loses His Powers: 12
Episode Title Said In Episode: 62
Hospital Visits: 117
In Media Res: 5
Injection Count: 49
Kent Truck Accidents: 10
KOs to Keep Clark's Secret: 49
KOs to Keep Oliver's Secret: 3
Lana Kills: 6
Let's Do The Time Warp Again: 4
Lois Arm Punches: 8
Lois' Costume Closet: 7
Main Character Deaths: 18
Mind Control Count: 25
Movie Plot As An Episode: 19
Not The Last Son Of Krypton: 11
Possession Count: 25
Product Placement Pete: 27
Shirtless Oliver: 3
Shower Count: 22
Shut It Down: 10
Shut That Laptop: 29
Smallville High School Faculty Deaths: 5
Smallville High School Student Deaths: 17
Under The Influence: 34
Wakes Up Tied Up: 11
Weddings: 4
"You Weren't Yourself": 36
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 Kirscht / @darynkirscht16
Joey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13
JJ Hodges / @ForComicJunkies
DJ Doena / @DjDoena
Kasey Vach / @ThePandaSupreme
Isaiah Goodridge
Cory Moore
Nathan Rothacher
Thomas Naven
Andrew Parker / @parkerstpaul
Adam Sullins
Marc-ids Foppen
Patricia Carrillo / @MsCarrillo92
Michael Hartford
Jim Crawford
Megan Rich
Rouie Humphrey
Nathan MacKenzie / @maccamackenzie
Jason Skipper / @skipper818
Steve Rogers / @SteveJRogersJr
Joe McIndoe / @joemcindoe92
Atif Sheikh
Mollie Ficarella
John Curcio
Dylan DiAntonio
James Lee / @Jae_El_52
Jo Michael / @jweissbrod86
Jason Davis / @superjay_92
Patrick Bravo
Jacob Stevenart
Dana Bius
Alex Ramsey / @aramsey1992
Crystal Dudgeon
Rob O'Connor / @TheGothamite
Tae Tae / @doomsday994
Nick Ryan Magdoza / @nickryan
Eddie Bissell / @Kal_Ed11
Jim Thomas
Nicholas Fansler
Clunk Kant / @clunkKant
Stephanie Rawnsley / @stephrawnsley
John Long
Tom Gehrke / @tomgehrke
Nicholas Coso
Jarrett Gibbs
Anthony Anderson / @NigandNog
Jasmine Magele / @Jas mindaMT_NZ
Keith Fauls
James Hart / @jaoharts
Anthony Desiato
Crystal Cross
Jake C.
PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
TWITTER: twitter.com/alwaysmallville
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/alwaysmallville
EMAIL: alwaysmallville@gmail.com

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