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368. Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part 1 REVIEW w/writer Jim Krieg Feb 01, 2024

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2024 WBD/DC Universe release "Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 1" or do not mind hearing key plot points. Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 1 is the newest WBD/DC Universe release and the first of a trilogy that concludes the “Tomorrowverse” cluster of films. That continuity began in 2020 with Superman: Man of Tomorrow. Crisis is based on the 1985-1986 epic crossover from DC Comics. It is not to be confused with the Crisis crossover in the “Arrowverse” that aired on the CW. All three films were written by Jim Krieg, who joined the show. He's been on previously to discuss his illustrious career (Ep. 253). In this episode, Krieg talks about adapting such a large storyline for the screen. He also talked about how the Tomorrowverse was mapped out from the very beginning, and the seeds were planted in the earlier films that led to this moment in the story.

367. Reacher, Seasons 1 & 2 REVIEW (SPOILERS) Jan 25, 2024

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen both seasons of the Amazon Prime Series “Reacher” or do not mind hearing key plot points. Reacher is an action/adventure series based on the Lee Childs novels of the same name. Alan Ritchson stars as Jack Reacher, a former U.S. Army military policeman with formidable strength, intellect, and abilities. He now lives as a drifter, traveling from town to town across the United States. In Season 1, he visits the (fictional) town of Margrave, Georgia and is arrested for murder. After he is freed, he teams up with two honest police officers, Oscar Finlay, and Roscoe Conklin, to investigate a local conspiracy involving corrupt lawmen, politicians, and a wealthy business tycoon and his son. In Season 2, Reacher is contacted by a former member of his defunct MP unit from New York City when one of their own is murdered under mysterious circumstances. He reassembles his old team to find the murderers and avenge their friend. Abe Gordon, a producer, and host at 92.9 The Game in Atlanta, Georgia, joins the show to review both seasons. They discuss the difference between the show and the two Reacher films, and how they are based on well-received novels. They also discuss the travails of Ritchson who excels at the role of Jack Reacher.

366. Marvel Studios' Echo REVIEW (SPOILERS) Jan 18, 2024

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2024 Disney+/Marvel Studios' Series “Echo” or do not mind hearing key plot points. Echo is a 5-episode mini-series set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It takes place five months after the events of “Hawkeye,” which was reviewed in Episode 265 of this podcast. It involves Maya Lopez played by Alaqua Cox. As a result of what happened in Hawkeye, Maya is on the run and heads back to her hometown in Oklahoma where she reconnects with her family and her Native American roots and develops new abilities. She is pursued by the Kingpin, played by Vincent D'Onofrio, who reprises his role from both the Daredevil series and Hawkeye. Destiny Jackson of Deadline rejoins the show to review this series. In this episode, the review focuses on questions about the storyline, and questions about Maya's character development.

365. Former DC Comics Superman Editor Mike Carlin Jan 11, 2024

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Longtime comic book writer and editor Mike Carlin joined the show to talk about his illustrious career. In 1986, he became group editor of the Superman comics. He oversaw the “Death of Superman” storyline and subsequent “Funeral For a Friend” and “Reign of the Supermen” stories as well. He went on to become DC Entertainment's Creative Director of Animation beginning in 2011. This episode focuses on his breaking into the comics industry and his run on the Superman titles. In this episode, Carlin explains the process of deciding how to kill the Man of Steel in the books, and the subsequent firestorm that was created in a pre-social media age. He also talked about how the comics industry has evolved as streaming services and films are inundated with superhero content.

364. Nelson Lee Returns (Star Wars: Ahsoka) Jan 04, 2024

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Actor Nelson Lee made his first appearance on the podcast when he was guest-starring in Stargirl, playing the Dragon King. After that episode was recorded, Lee teased that he was working on something big and that he couldn't tell a soul. Fast forward to 2023 when the Star Wars series "Ahsoka" premiered on Disney+. Lee's "big project" was to play Hamato Xiono in the new series. Xiono's character originated in the Star Wars animated series Resistance. The big moment in Episode 7 of Ahsoka, is when Lee shares the screen with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, a two-time veteran of this podcast (Episodes 327 and 343). Paul Sun-Hyung Lee reprised his role as Carson Teva from the Mandalorian series and the mini-series Book of Boba Fett. That scene also features a Star Wars icon, but that story should be told by Nelson himself.

363. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom REVIEW (SPOILERS) Dec 28, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 Warner Bros. Discovery film “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” or do not mind hearing key plot points. Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is the sequel to Aquaman (2018), and the 15th film and final installment in the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film was directed by James Wan and stars Jason Momoa as Arthur Curry / Aquaman, alongside Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Randall Park, Dolph Lundgren, Temuera Morrison, Martin Short, and Nicole Kidman. Marshall Harris, sports director at WBBM/CBS Chicago, rejoins the show to discuss the film, and its low expectations. They discuss the impact of the end of this “universe” and how it impacted the stroryline of this film. They also talk about the legal issues surrounding Amber Heard and how it changed the way she was portrayed in the movie. They also talk about the future of Jason Momoa in DC films, albeit not as Arthur Curry. Go to factormeals.com/hallofjustice50 and use code hallofjustice50 to get 50% off.

362. A Festivus For the Rest of Us Dec 21, 2023

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This episode is about the only holiday that would be discussed on the Hall of Justice podcast. Festivus, created in 1997 for the 9th season episode “The Strike” of the hit TV show Seinfeld, is a fictional holiday that has continued long past the show's run. In the fictional story, Festivus occurs on December 23. It includes a Festivus dinner, an unadorned aluminum Festivus pole, practices such as the "airing of grievances" and "feats of strength", and the labeling of easily explainable events as "Festivus miracles". The episode refers to it as "a Festivus for the rest of us". Longtime journalist Allen Salkin wrote the book “Festivus: The Holiday for the Rest of Us” in 2005. Since then, he has been an authority on all things Festivus, and it is a Festivus miracle that he is on this episode. He has written for many publications including the New York Times and New York Post. He also is a part of the New Books Network. Follow Allen on social media @allensalkin.

361. Ms. Marvel's Mom! Actress Zenobia Shroff Dec 14, 2023

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In the Marvel Cinematic Universe series “Ms. Marvel” and the feature film “The Marvels,” Zenobia Shroff plays Muneeba Khan, the mother of Kamala, who becomes Ms. Marvel. In the show and film, Muneeba is very protective of her daughter. In the series, she takes young Kamala to learn her roots. Her performance has received rave reviews from fans and critics alike. Shroff has been performing for decades. Her career started in Mumbai, India as a model and actress. She has starred in stage performances and played Kumail Nanjiani's mother in the 2017 feature film “The Big Sick.” In this episode, Shroff explains how she got the role of Muneeba and how it has impacted her life. She also discussed living in New York for over three decades and the limited roles she could take due to being a minority in America. She also talks about how being part of Marvel has changed her life and her love of pop culture. Follow Zenobia on social media @zenobiashroff.

360. Flash TV Alum Rick Cosnett Dec 07, 2023

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Acclaimed actor Rick Cosnett joins the show to promote a new independent film entitled, “Shoulder Dance.” Cosnett is best known for playing Eddie Thawne/Cobalt Blue in the WB CW TV Series “The Flash,” which concluded its 9-season run in 2023. Shoulder Dance stars Cosnett, along with Matt Dallas, Taylor Frey, Samuel Larsen, and Maggie Geha. Geha is known in the superhero genre for playing Ivy in the series “Gotham.” In this episode, Cosnett recounts his days as Eddie Thawne, with a particular emphasis on his Season 1 death. He also spoke about the chance to come back during the series' final season. Shoulder Dance is available digitally via iTunes, Amazon, and Google Play. It is the story of two couples, one gay and one straight, who spend a weekend together. It won Best Drama at the Philadelphia Independent Film Festival and Best Ensemble at Film Out San Diego. Geha won Best Supporting Actress at the Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival.

359. Loki (Season 2) REVIEW (SPOILERS) Nov 30, 2023

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WARNING: Do not listen to this episode unless you have seen the 2023 Disney+/Marvel Studios' Series “Loki” or do not mind hearing key plot points. This episode concludes the podcast's “Month of Marvel,” where every episode dealt with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Season 2 of Loki was released concurrently with the film The Marvels. It continues the story set forth in Season 1. Loki stars Tom Hiddleston as the titular character alongside Owen Wilson (Mobius), Sophia Di Martino (Sylvie), Ke Huy Quan (Ouroboros), Tara Strong (Miss Minutes), and many more. Loki and the TVA have to save all reality. Jonathan Majors returns as He Who Remains and Victor Timely, variations of Kang which are established in the MCU. Standup comedian and podcaster Eddie Pence returns to the show to review Loki season 2. He reviewed Season 1 (Episode 243). In this episode, they discuss what worked in the series and what didn't, as well as its overall place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also discuss the recent headlines and overall state of the MCU playing off the other 3 Marvel-centric episodes this month.

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