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Always Hold On To SmallvilleSmallville Torch Exclusive #3 - David KocherEXTRA! EXTRA! HEAR ALL ABOUT IT! Zach is joined by producer and actor David Kocher! They talk his role in bringing Superman Reborn to life, the upcoming Superman movie, and a little Smallville!Check out David's YouTube channel!And watch the Superman Reborn live performance on YouTube!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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usDJ Doena / @DjDoenaIsaiah GoodridgeCory Mo...2025-02-1248 min
Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 210 - 10x14 MasqueradeThis week Zach is joined Michael Bailey from From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast to discuss the two hundred tenth episode of Smallville, “Masquerade." They talk Clark putting on the glasses and starting to establish a true secret identity, what that means for this version of the character, the Smallville's (not very faithful) interpretation of Desaad, and the uninspired Date Night A-plot. You don't need microvision to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Michael's work: The Fortress of BaileytudeEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B-Mic...2025-02-072h 14Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 209 - 10x13 BeaconThis week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow, Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman, Matthew Rocca and Victoria Male to discuss the two hundred ninth episode of Smallville, “Beacon." They talk the return of Martha Kent, if we'd vote for the Vigilante Registration Act, Lionel and Lex reunited, the "Believe in Heroes" contest, and work in as many High School Musical lyrics as possible. Rumors of the latest Always Hold On To Smallville have NOT been greatly exaggerated!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow!2025-01-312h 16Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 208 - 10x12 CollateralThis week Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis from Always Hold On To DC’s Legends of Tomorrow to discuss the two hundred eighth episode of Smallville, “Collateral." They talk the underwhelming follow up to the midseason finale's big cliffhanger, the show's continued misunderstanding and underserving of Black Canary, the return of the worst Suicide Squad, and Chloe being basically Oracle. You can trust the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Tricia's articles on SYFY Wire.And Tricia's podcast Always Hold On To DC's Legends Of Tomorrow.EPISODE ROUNDUPZach...2025-01-251h 49
Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #39 - Superman RebornIt's our thirty ninth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Rob O'Connor and Alan Burke from the All Star Superfan Podcast to discuss Superman Reborn. They talk if Christopher Reeve really would've come back for another Superman film, if this feels like a true continuation of his series, its unique take on Brainiac, and the recent live performace of the script!Check out the Rob and Alan on the All Star Superfan Podcast!Watch the Superman Reborn live performance on YouTube!Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Sp...2025-01-221h 45Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 207 - 10x11 IcarusThis week Zach is joined by Rob O'Connor and Alan Burke from the All Star Superfan Podcast to discuss the two hundred seventh episode of Smallville, “Icarus." They talk Clark and Lois wedding proposals, Hawkman and the JSA, season ten plot lines to keep and to drop, and how Slade Wilson is beyond death's stroke. It's the final midseason finale on the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out the Rob and Alan on the All Star Superfan Podcast!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: C+Matthew's Grade: B-2025-01-182h 03Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 206 - 10x10 LuthorThis week Zach is joined Matthew Rocca to discuss the two hundred sixth episode of Smallville, “Luthor." They talk the triumphant return of John Glover to the series, the Earth-2 versions of the characters, Clark's shifting opinions of the Luthors, and the greatest fourth wall break of all time. The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is brought to you by LuthorCorp Media!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A+Matthew's Grade: A+IMDB Grade: 8.6Superman Homepage Grade: 4/5 Bechdel Test: FAILS...2025-01-112h 09Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 205 - 10x09 PatriotThis week Zach is joined by Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the two hundred fifth episode of Smallville, “Patriot." They talk John McCain Deathstroke, the portrayal of the military, our first live action Mera, and still learning relationship lessons from Smallville after all these years! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville stands for truth, justice, and the American way!Check out Kevonte on Always Hold On To Arrow!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: C+Kev's Grade: BIMDB Grade: 8.12025-01-042h 37Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #38 - Superman (2025) Update XIII: Teaser TrailerIt's our thirty eighth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk the teaser trailer, the teaser for the teaser trailer, the music, and getting our first glimpse of the new movie in motion!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey D...2024-12-201h 03
Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastStar Wars: Revenge of the Sith (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We force jump onto our Mustafar lava coasters as we discuss the final chapter of the Star Wars prequels, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. Original Air Date: May 2023My special guest for today's episode is Tanner Cruse. He is a huge Star Wars fan and he is an amazing musician for his band, Entropy. You can find both him and his band on Facebook. - Tanner’s Guitar Shredding: https://www.facebook.com/tanneraustincruse/videos/448446296916089/?mibextid=v7YzmG- Entropy Videos: ht...2024-12-171h 15Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastRocky III (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)Ding, ding! This sparring session consists of an entertaining discussion about the third film in the Rocky franchise, Rocky III. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. Original Air Date: February 2024 My guest for today's episode is Lance Laster. He is the co-host of Always Hold On To Arrow and Training Montage podcasts. You can find him at the following:- X: https://x.com/sirlancelaster- Arrow Podcast on X: https://x.com/donotfailourpod- Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod- Training Montage: https...2024-12-051h 13Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 204 - 10x08 AbandonedThis week Zach is joined by Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the two hundred fourth episode of Smallville, “Abandoned." They talk the great Teri Hatcher's appearance on the series, messages from dead parents, Granny Goodness and the Female Furies, and Lutessa Lena Luthor's identity finally being revealed! Pop in your VHS tape of the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman at The Daily Knockoff! And his current podcast Always Hold On To DC's Legends Of Tomorrow!2024-11-231h 56Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 203 - 10x07 AmbushThis week Zach is joined by Victoria Male to discuss the two hundred third episode of Smallville, “Ambush." They talk Lois and Clark's horny home life, Sam and Lucy Lane returning to the series for the first time in six seasons, and Rick Flag's absurdly over the top patriotism. Oh say can you see the latest Always Hold On To Smallville?Check out Victoria's work on her website!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: BVictoria's Grade: BIMDB Grade: 8.0Superman Homepage Grade: 4.5/5...2024-11-151h 40Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 202 - 10x06 HarvestThis week Zach is joined by Chris Fuchs from Always Hold On To Star Wars to discuss the two hundred second episode of Smallville, “Harvest." They talk Connor Stanhope doing an A+ job channeling Michael Rosenbaum, the increasingly complex Tess/Lex relationship, and Lois and Clark's first adventure together with no secrets between them...to the village of the damned. Have faith in latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Chris on Always Hold On To Star Wars!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: BChris' Grade: B-2024-11-081h 55Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 201 - 10x05 IsisThis week Zach is joined by Zack Benz from The Daily Planet and Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the two hundred first episode of Smallville, “Isis." They talk the character Who-Must-Not-Be-Named, the VFX budget being needleslly blown on this episode, the compelling Tess rasing Lex plot, and of course Clark finally telling Lois his secret! Don't forget the latest Always Hold On To Smallville in the bottom of your suitcase!Check out Zack's website The Daily Planet!Check out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman at...2024-11-011h 47Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 200 - 10x04 HomecomingThis week Zach is joined by by Jon Lee Brody from That Was Pretty Scary and Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the two hundredth episode of Smallville, “Homecoming." They talk flashbacks to moments and characters past, a (five year?) high school reunion full of Trevors, subverting expectations with returning villains like Brainiac and Bug Boy, and exciting glimpes to the far future of 2017...and Superman! You don't need to time travel to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Jon on That Was Pretty Scary.Check out Lan...2024-10-251h 45Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #37 - Superman (2025) Update XII: Krypto the SuperdogIt's our thirty seventh Superman Special! Zach is joined by Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk the latest official image from the movie revealing Krypto, the casting of Hal Jordan and John Stewart in Lanterns, and the cancellation of what would've beenz Wonder Woman 3.Kevonte on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous...2024-10-201h 18Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 199 - 10x03 SupergirlThis week Zach is joined by Meredith Borders from Fangoria to discuss the one hundred ninety ninth episode of Smallville, “Supergirl." They talk the return of Kara, missed opportunities with her character, the charming innocence of Smallville's interpretation of a BDSM club, and Green Arrow going full Iron Man. The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is available everyewhere, not just on my flash drive!Check out Meredith's work on Fangoria.EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B-Meredith's Grade: B-IMDB Grade: 8.2Superman Homepage Grade:...2024-10-181h 53Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 198 - 10x02 ShieldThis week Zach is joined by Tyler Patrick from Krypton Report and John Curcio to discuss the one hundred ninety eighth episode of Smallville, “Shield." They talk the best Hawkman, the worst Cat Grant, the lamest Suicide Squad, and the debut of a new costume for Clark! It's not against company policy to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Tyler on Krypton Report!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: C+Tyler's Grade: C+John's Grade: CIMDB Grade: 7.9Su...2024-10-112h 18Always Hold On To SmallvilleConvention Special #4 - Salute to Smallville, 2024It's our fourth Convention Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss Creation Entertainment's Salute to Smallville! We talk the FIRST EVER Smallville dedicated convention, the cast members who attended, fun stories from their panels, and tales from the vendor room interactng with all of you! If you didn't make it out this time, we hope to see you at the next one in Chicago next year!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.Check out...2024-10-1058 minAlways Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 197 - 10x01 LazarusThis 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 ninety seventh episode of Smallville, “Lazarus." They talk the beginning of the end of the series, the Michael Rosenbaum-less return of Lex Luthor, the Superman Returns costume, and Ghost Dad Jonathan! You don't need to put on Dr. Fate's helmet to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Craig's websites: KryptonSite and KSiteTVEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-2024-10-042h 14Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #36 - Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve StoryIt's our thirty sixth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story! They talk the format of this documentary, interviews both new and archival, Reeve's complicated familly life, how many times we cried, andm the legacy of the once and future Superman - Christopher Reeve.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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!2024-09-2245 min
Always Hold On To SmallvilleMailbag #13, Part 2This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Nick Ryan Magdoza 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 2 of 2!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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!...2024-08-231h 15Always Hold On To SmallvilleMailbag #13, Part 1This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Nick Ryan Magdoza 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.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!...2024-08-161h 21Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastZack Snyder's Justice League (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We take flight in the Flying Fox as we discuss the most famous director's cut of all-time, Zack Snyder's Justice League. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. Original Patreon Release: 04/03/2023 My guest for today's episode is Brad Curran. He is a writer for Screen Rant and Kung-fu Kingdom. He is also a positive pillar in the Zack Snyder fandom and was nice enough to interview me about my book, The Snyderverse Saga. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/BradCurran- Screen Rant: https://screenrant.com...2024-08-142h 17Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #35 - My Adventures with Superman (Season 2)It's our thirty fifth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the second season of My Adventures with Superman! They talk one of the worst Lex Luthors, one of the best Brainiacs, a new take on Supergirl, and how this season compares to season one.This podcast contains SPOILERS. You've been warned! Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on...2024-08-091h 10Always Hold On To SmallvilleSmallville Torch Exclusive #2 - Ed GrossEXTRA! EXTRA! HEAR ALL ABOUT IT! Zach is joined by author Ed Gross! They talk his book Voices from Krypton, Superman on TV, and the Smallville series finale!Check out Ed's work here!Order Voices from Krypton and pre-order Superman: The Definitive History now!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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13DJ Doena / @DjDoenaIsaiah GoodridgeCo...2024-07-261h 10Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #34 - Superman (2025) Update XI: More Set PhotosIt's our thirty fourth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow and Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk even more set photos featuring Maxwell Lord's Justice League including Green Lantern and Hawkgirl.Check out Lance and Kevonte on Always Hold On To Arrow.Check out Anthony and his podcasts including Digging for Kryptonite at Flat Squirrel Productions.Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to these Meteor Freaks on P...2024-07-041h 05
Out Of The Blank#1668 - Daryn KirschtDaryn Kirscht is an award-winning author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and elementary educator. Daryn is the author of "The Snyderverse Saga: The Culture-Shattering Phenomena Behind Zack Snyder's DC Film Universe". Daryn is back to discuss films from the industry to the fans, the culture of cinema has evolved over the years and is it a product of the industry or the culture that consumes it.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/out-of-the-blank/support2024-07-031h 08Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #33 - Superman (2025) Update X: Set PhotosIt's our thirty third Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk the set photos of the Daily Planet staff, Mr. Terrific, and of course both Superman and Clark Kent. Also, we discuss the official announcement of the upcoming Lanterns TV series.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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...2024-06-2939 minAlways Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #32 - Superman (2025) Update IX: Daily Planet Staff CastingIt's our thirty second Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk the casting of Mikaela Hoover as Cat Grant, Christopher McDonald as Ron Troupe, and Beck Bennett as Steve Lombard.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13D...2024-06-1054 minAlways Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #31 - Superman '78: The Metal CurtainIt's our thirty first Superman Special! Zach is joined by Chris Clow from The Comic Binge and Discovery Debrief to discuss Superman '78: The Metal Curtain. They talk this unique adaptation of Metallo, the Green Lantern of it all, strengths and weakness of Volume 2 vs. Volume 1, and hopes for a Volume 3 and beyond!Check out Chris on The Comic Binge and Discovery Debrief.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 / @crfuchs72024-05-231h 29Always Hold On To SmallvilleSmallville Torch Exclusive #1 - V Ken MarionEXTRA! EXTRA! HEAR ALL ABOUT IT! Zach and Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow are joined by comic book artist and creator V Ken Marion! They talk V Ken's Superman and comic book fandom, action figures, his new project Battle Chronicle Sol-Stryker, and their reactions to the recently revealed Superman costume from Superman '25!Check out V Ken's work here and support the Battle Chronicle Sol-Stryker Kickstarter!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow!Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by listeners like you. Special thanks to...2024-05-151h 07Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #30 - Superman (2025) Update VIII: Costume RevealIt's our thirtieth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite for the latest Superman (2025) update. They talk the costume reveal, their likes and dislikes, and all the previous live action Superman costumes.Check out Anthony and his podcasts including Digging for Kryptonite at Flat Squirrel Productions.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13DJ Doena...2024-05-071h 28Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 196 - 9x22 SalvationThis week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred ninety sixth episode of Smallville, “Salvation." They talk the flash forward to the far future of 2013, Clark being Superman in all but name, the Justice League's Zoom conference call, and a seasoon finale and final that makes up for last season's! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is SO BACK!Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A+Lance's Grade: A+...2024-05-032h 01Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastStar Wars: Return of the Jedi (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We travel to the forest moon of Endor to discuss the ending of an iconic film trilogy, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. Original Patreon Release: 03/04/2023My guest for today's episode is Chris Fuchs. He is the co-host of Always Hold On To Star Wars. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/crfuchs7- Always Hold On To Star Wars: https://www.spreaker.com/show/alwaystarwars You can find me online at the following:- Vero: Da...2024-05-011h 19
Out Of The Blank#1630 - Daryn KirschtDaryn Kirscht is an award-winning author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and elementary educator. Daryn is the author of "The Snyderverse Saga: The Culture-Shattering Phenomena Behind Zack Snyder's DC Film Universe" which chronicles the epic behind-the-scenes true story of Snyder's DC Comics films, their revolutionary impact on superhero movies and Hollywood, and the power of the fandom in fighting for creative freedom. After achieving victory following the #ReleaseTheSnyderCut movement, a new wave is on the rise with #RestoreTheSnyderVerse to adapt the cinematic landscape to the modern world... a "Knightmare" world.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/out-of-the-blank/support2024-05-011h 01Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 195 - 9x21 HostageThis week Zach is joined by Mateo Santiago to discuss the one hundred ninety fifth episode of Smallville, “Hostage." They talk Mateo's Smallville and Superman fandom, the return of both Martha Kent and Perry White...as a couple, the unnecessary Tess subplor, and the idetity of the Red Queen finally revealed! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville eases up on the Kryptonite!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: BMateo's Grade: BIMDB Grade: 8.3Superman Homepage Grade: 5/5 Bechdel Test: PASS2024-04-272h 31Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 194 - 9x20 SacrificeThis week Zach is joined by Anthony Polinick from The Grund to discuss the one hundred ninety fourth episode of Smallville, “Sacrifice." They talk the end of Checkmate, how this should've been a bottle episode about Chloe and Tess being trapped inside Watchtower, the House of Zod symbol, and the tragic death of Faora and her unborn child. Don't worry, there have been no security upgrades to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Anthony on The Grund!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B-Anthony's Grade: C+2024-04-191h 47Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #29 - Superman (2025) Update VII: Jonathan Kent Casting, Official Logo, Villain RumorsIt's our twenty ninth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk the casting of Jonathan Kent, the official logo, and rumors about who the villain might be.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey Dienberg / @JoeyD94_13DJ Doena / @DjDoena2024-04-171h 02Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 193 - 9x19 CharadeThis week Zach is joined by Leah Vogel to discuss the one hundred ninety third episode of Smallville, “Charade." They talk Leah's Smallville ans Superman fandom, if In Media Res helped or hurt this episode, Franklin Stern's ever-so-short tenure on the series, and the first of many live actions Maxwell Lords. This won't be the last time you hear from the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: BLeah's Grade: C+IMDB Grade: 7.8Superman Homepage Grade: 5/5 Bechdel Te...2024-04-132h 09Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 192 - 9x18 UpgradeThis week Zach is joined by Rob O'Connor from the All Star Superfan Podcast and Craig McKenzie from Kneel Before Blog to discuss the one hundred ninety second episode of Smallville, “Upgrade." They talk Craig's Smallville fandom, the return of Brain Austin Green's Metallo, the John Corben/Lois Lane dynamic, Red Kryptonite and the episode's alternate ending. Jor-El might be silent this week, but the latest Always Hold On To Smallville isn't!Check out the Rob on the All Star Superfan Podcast!Check out Craig and his work including the Kneel Before Pod podcast at Kneel Be...2024-04-062h 29Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 191 - 9x17 CheckmateThis week Zach is joined by Eric Folk, Forrest Yesnes, and Brandon Lytle to discuss the one hundred ninety first episode of Smallville, “Checkmate." They talk Eric, Forrest and Brandon's Smallville fandoms, Martian Manhunter's finest hour on the series, the best live action Amanda Waller, and Oliver?Tess > Oliver/Chloe! Your next move should be to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: AEric's Grade: AForrest's Grade: B+Brandon's Grade: A-IMDB Grade: 8.0...2024-03-232h 26Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 190 - 9x16 EscapeThis week Zach is joined by Matt Truex from Always Hold On To DC's Legends Of Tomorrow and Rob O'Connor from the All Star Superfan Podcast to discuss the one hundred ninetieth episode of Smallville, “Escape." They talk the Lois/Clark/Chloe/Oliver love square, Tess and Zod's out-of-place but strangely compelling subplot, theme park rides, and if the Silver Banshee is Irish, Scottish...or both! Escape into the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman at The Daily Knockoff.And his current podcast Always Ho...2024-03-162h 01Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastHarry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We take a ride on the Knight Bus as we discuss one of the most acclaimed films in the Harry Potter franchise, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and of course, the sequel test. Original Patreon Release: 12/15/2022 My special guest for today's episode is another returning guest, Matthew Quincer. Not only was he a groomsman in my wedding, but he has direct ties to the movie theater industry. His family owns and operates a movie theater in Wadena, MN called the Cozy Theatre and a single-screen theater in...2024-03-111h 40Always Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #28 - Superman (2025) Update VI: New Title, Costume RevealIt's our twenty eighth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow for the latest Superman (2025) update. We talk Superman: Legacy's new title, the first peak at the new Superman costume, and a short but adorable TikTok from Rachel Brosnahan.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous / @chill_usJoey Dienberg...2024-03-0150 minAlways Hold On To SmallvilleSuperman Special #27 - Superman: Legacy (Casting & News, Part V)It's our twenty seventh Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to talk the Superman: Legacy cast selfie, Otis being part of the cast, composer, favorite Superman and Batman symbols, Superman & Lois ending because of the movie, and WB rejecting a Batman Beyond pitch.Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow.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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte Chilous...2024-02-231h 08Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 189 - 9x15 ConspiracyThis week Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite to discuss the one hundred eighty ninth episode of Smallville, “Conspiracy." They talk this being the series' take on the New Krypton arc from the comic books, Agent Zod being a three dimensional villain, Chloe beig an untrusting xenophobic liar, and Clark unwittingly giving Zod superpowers. Don't let the latest Always Hold On To Smallville get lost in the wacko pile!Check out Anthony and his podcasts including Digging for Kryptonite at Flat Squirrel Productions.EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: ...2024-02-161h 51
Under The Lens with Byron LafayetteSomewhere In Time: The Christopher Reeve Classic You Never SawToday I am joined by author Daryn Kirscht to discuss the epic sci-fi romance motion picture "Somewhere In Time" starring
Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour, and Christopher Plummer. It is the timeless story of love conquering all even time itself!
We talk about what makes this film a classic, the performances, and how the method of time travel used in the film was a real theory!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-lens/support2024-02-111h 48Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#37: Harry Potter and the Chamber of SecretsWe drive the flying car to Hogwarts as we discuss the famous Harry Potter sequel, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for this episode is Morgan Ross. He is the creator and one-man show behind the MovieFlame and MorganFlame channels on YouTube. You can find him online at the following:- MovieFlame: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieFlame- MorganFlame: https://www.youtube.com/@MorganFlame- Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MovieFlameProd- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MovieFlame- X: https://x...2023-12-121h 09Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#36: Godzilla: King of the MonstersWe join the Monarch team to discuss the big-budget Godzilla Sequel, Godzilla: King of the Monsters. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Liam Quane. He is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and author. You can find him online at the following: - Facebook & Vero: Liam Quane- X: https://x.com/spec_arc- Email: specificityarchives@gmail.com - Website: https://www.specificityarchives.com/- Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/21128416.Liam_Quane- Road to Juneau novel: https://www.amazon.com/Road-Juneau-Liam-Quane-ebook/dp/B08V...2023-11-142h 30Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#35: Basket Case 2We grab our baskets and throw it back to 1990 as we discuss the cult classic horror comedy, Basket Case 2. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Nadia Robertson. She is the co-owner of 1931 Productions, the co-host of the podcast, Movie Chats, and writes detailed movie reviews on Letterboxd and Facebook. You can find her online at the following:- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nadia.m.robertson (personal) and https://www.facebook.com/1931Productions (page)- Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/rolltide1931/- 1931 Productions: https://1931productions.com/...2023-10-301h 20Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#34: Wall Street: Money Never SleepsBlue Horseshoe loves this 2010 sequel (to an Oscar-winning film from the late '80s), Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is a returning one: Byron Lafayette. He is the host of his own podcast, Under the Lens with Byron Lafayette. He’s also the editor of the entertainment website, Viral Hair, and the co-founder and chairman of the Independent Film Critics of America. You can find him at the following: - Vero & Facebook: Byron Lafayette - X: https://x.com/ByronLafayette- Under th...2023-09-261h 52Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#33: Ocean's TwelveWe scheme our way to Amsterdam as we discuss the 2004 heist comedy sequel, Ocean's Twelve. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Lance Laster. He is the co-host of Always Hold On To Arrow and Training Montage podcasts. You can find him at the following:- X: https://x.com/sirlancelaster- Arrow Podcast on X: https://x.com/donotfailourpod- Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod- Training Montage: https://www.spreaker.com/show/training-montage-a-sports-movie-podcast You can find me...2023-09-121h 05Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#32: X2We defend X-Mansion as we discuss the thrilling X-Men sequel, X2. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories.My guest for today's episode is Rokaan Al-Zeer. He is a cinephile and, in his words, an "unprofessional darkness conjurer." You can find him at the following:- X: https://x.com/ROKU9413- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rokaanalzeer7148- Instagram: thatrealroku You can find me online at the following:- Vero: Daryn Kirscht- X: https://x.com/Daryn_Kirscht- Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/KalElOfGotham/- Website...2023-08-291h 40
For Comic JunkiesSuperman II !Daryn Kirscht (Round II) joins me to discuss Superman 2! We get into the theatrical vs Donner cut and what makes this film a classic story in the Superman mythos!2023-08-221h 40Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastBack to the Future Part III (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We hop into our time-traveling train and travel back to 1885 as we discuss the conclusion to a fun trilogy, Back to the Future Part III. We cover pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories.Original Patreon Air Date: 1/21/2023My special guest for today's episode is another returning guest, Alex Woytcke. He is a Minnesotan-based filmmaker, known for his work with Wolf Pack Pictures. His film Finals Week is in post-production. You can find him at the following locations:- X: https://x.com/AlexWoytcke- Letterboxd: MrWhiteKey (Alexander Woytcke) https://boxd.it/4B2lL...2023-08-151h 14Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#30: The Godfather Part IIWe travel from Sicily to Las Vegas as we discuss one of the most revered sequels ever made, The Godfather Part II. We cover pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Scott McClellan. He is the co-founder and co-host of Squadcast Media, which includes their DC Squadcast shows like TV and movie reviews + scene-by-scene specials of Man of Steel and The Batman. He is also the co-host of the DC Fan-imated Stream. You can find him online at the following:- X: https://x.com/ScottDC27- DC Squadcast: https://www...2023-06-131h 21Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#29: The Lost World: Jurassic ParkWe hike over to Site B to discuss the famous live-action dinosaur sequel, The Lost World: Jurassic Park. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Ryan Papenfuss. I was his partner in crime during our Best Buy days. You can find him online at the following:- Facebook: Ryan Papenfuss https://www.facebook.com/a.slave.of.jesus.christ- Instagram: Ryan Papenfuss You can find me online at the following:- Vero: Daryn Kirscht - X: https://x.com/Daryn_Kirscht- Letterboxd...2023-05-301h 38Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#28: Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the ClonesWe join the fight on Geonosis as we discuss the middle entry of the Star Wars prequels, Attack of the Clones. We cover pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Joey Dienberg. He is one of the co-hosts of the Always Hold On To Star Wars podcast and sometimes appears with me on the Level 33.1 roundtable episodes of the Always Hold On To Smallville podcast. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/MilleniumEagle9- Always Hold On To Star Wars on X: https://x.com...2023-05-091h 29Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#27: X-Men: Days of Future PastWe travel back to 1973 to discuss one of the best X-Men films ever made, X-Men: Days of Future Past. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is JJ Hodges. He is the host of his own podcast, For Comic Junkies (which includes The Spider-Man Book Club), and also appears with me on the Level 33.1 Roundtable episodes of the Always Hold On To Smallville podcast. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/ForComicJunkies , https://x.com/SpiderManBooks- Instagram: forcomicjunkies- Podcast Hub: https://a...2023-04-251h 32Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#26: Punisher: War ZoneWe join the Punisher Task Force to discuss the 2008 Marvel pseudo sequel reboot, Punisher: War Zone. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is what I consider the Kevin Feige of The Flat Squirrel Network, Anthony Desiato. He is the host of the Digging for Kryptonite and Summoning the Zords (Power Rangers) podcasts, as well as directing his own documentary, titled My Comic Shop Country. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/DesiWestside- Digging for Kryptonite on X: https://x.com/diggingforkrpod...2023-03-281h 08Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#25: Scream 2We take a tension-filled trip to Windsor College as we discuss one of the most popular horror sequels ever made, Scream 2. We talk pros, cons, and behind-the-scenes stories. My guest for today's episode is Meagan Bojarski. She has written over 300 articles for Screenrant. She is the host of her podcast, Needs More Jazzhands, as well as co-hosting her new upcoming Disney film podcast, Dream with Mind and Heart. You can find her online at the following: - X: https://x.com/bojarski_meg- Dream with Mind and Heart on X: https://x.com/DreamMindHeart2023-03-141h 54Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#24: The Boondock Saints II: All Saints DayWe hang out at McGinty's Irish Pub and discuss the sequel to a cult-classic Blockbuster exclusive, The Boondock Saints II: All Saints Day. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My guest for today's episode is Steven Schuller. He was the better half of our speech duo back in the day and was fun to act with in high school theater. He has since created his own tabletop role-playing game based on 1940's mobsters called Kosa Nostra. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/sven...2023-02-2851 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#23: My Hero Academia: Heroes RisingWe take our quirks to Nabu Island to discuss a superhero anime sequel, My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Liam Quane. He is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and author. You can find him online at the following: - Facebook & Vero: Liam Quane - X: https://x.com/spec_arc- Email: specificityarchives@gmail.com - Website: https://www.specificityarchives.com/- Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/21128416.Liam_Quane- Road to Juneau...2023-02-131h 51Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#22: Son of KongWe set our sights on the original Skull Island as we discuss the first ever King Kong sequel, Son of Kong. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Zach Moore. He is the helmer of the "Always Hold On To" network of podcasts, which includes hosting his flagship podcast, Always Hold On To Smallville (which I also appear on sometimes). You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/mooreonzach- Always Hold On To Smallville on X: https...2023-01-3159 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#21: Blade Runner 2049We time travel to Los Angeles 2049 to watch a cult-classic sci-fi sequel, Blade Runner 2049. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Kevonte Chilous. He is the co-host of two podcasts: Always Hold On To Arrow and Always Hold On To Star Wars. You can find him online at the following:- X: https://x.com/chill_us , https://x.com/donotfailourpod , https://x.com/alwaystarwars - Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod - Always Hold On To...2023-01-171h 32Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#20: Star Wars: The Empire Strikes BackWe take to our tauntauns as we discuss one of the most famous movie sequels ever made, The Empire Strikes Back. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Tanner Cruse. He is a huge Star Wars fan and is an amazing musician for his band, Entropy. You can find both him and his band on Facebook. - Tanner’s Guitar Shredding: https://www.facebook.com/tanneraustincruse/videos/448446296916089/?mibextid=v7YzmG- Entropy Videos: https://www.facebook.com/entropygf/videos You ca...2022-12-201h 13Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#19: The Bourne SupremacyWe choose not to leave Jason Bourne alone as we discuss one of the best action-spy-thriller sequels, The Bourne Supremacy. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Dan Marcus. He is an award-winning filmmaker of short films including In Extremis, Closure, and Streamline. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/Danimalish- Instagram: danimalish - In Extremis: https://www.firstshowing.net/2021/watch-dan-marcus-new-post-apocalyptic-short-film-in-extremis/ - Closure: https://www.firstshowing.net/2017/watch-the-end-of-a-relationship-in-short-film-closure-by-dan-marcus/ - Streamline: https://www.firstshowing...2022-12-061h 18Round II: The Film Sequel PodcastThe Bourne Ultimatum (Round III: The Sequel to the Sequel)We evade the C.I.A. on our way to 4.15.71 as we discuss the thrilling end to a legendary action-thriller trilogy, The Bourne Ultimatum. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is another returning guest, Matthew Quincer. Not only was he a groomsman in my wedding, but he has direct ties to the movie theater industry. His family owns and operates a movie theater in Wadena, MN called the Cozy Theatre and a single-screen theater in Perham, MN called The Comet Theater. You can find his...2022-11-081h 40Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#17: Halloweentown II: Kalabar's RevengeWe take the bus to Halloweentown to discuss the sequel to an iconic Disney Channel Original Movie (DCOM), Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Meagan Bojarski. She is a senior list writer at Screenrant and the host of her own podcast, Needs More Jazzhands. You can find her online at the following: - X: https://x.com/bojarski_meg- Dream with Mind and Heart on X: https://x.com/DreamMindHeart- Dream with Mind and Heart: htt...2022-10-251h 21
Always Hold On To SmallvilleSnyder Cut Special #8 - The Snyderverse SagaIt's our eighth Snyder Cut Special! Zach is joined by Daryn Kirscht to discuss his book, The Snyderverse Saga! Buy The Snyderverse Saga on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daryn-Kirscht/e/B09K549KGD/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dskCheck out Daryn's website: http://darynkirscht.com/And listen to his podcast Round II: https://roundiithefilmsequel.buzzsprout.com/1865369Always 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 / @crfuchs7Kevonte...2022-10-201h 21Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#16: The Amazing Spider-Man 2We bolt out of Oscorp as we discuss the controversial superhero movie sequel, The Amazing Spider-Man 2. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is the first returning guest to the podcast, Alex Woytcke. He is a Minnesotan-based filmmaker, known for Wolf Pack Pictures and White Key Productions. His film Finals Week is in post-production. You can find him at the following locations: - X: https://x.com/AlexWoytcke- Letterboxd: MrWhiteKey (Alexander Woytcke) https://boxd.it/4B2lL- YouTube: https://www.youtube...2022-10-112h 40Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#15: Pitch Perfect 2We visit Barden University to re-live the musical comedy sequel, Pitch Perfect 2. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My aca-awesome guest for today's episode is Chris Fuchs. He is the co-host of Always Hold On To Star Wars and can also be found on the Level 33.1 roundtable episodes of the Always Hold On To Smallville podcast (also featuring me). You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/crfuchs7- Always Hold On To Star Wars: https://www.spreaker.com/show/alwaystarwars You...2022-09-201h 03Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#14: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's ChestWe set sail on the Black Pearl to discuss a sequel to an epic swashbuckling Disney film, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest. We talk behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Byron Lafayette. He is the host of his own podcast, Under the Lens with Byron Lafayette. He’s also the editor of the entertainment website, Viral Hair, and the co-founder and chairman of the Independent Film Critics of America. You can find him at the following: - Vero & Facebook: Byron Lafayette - X...2022-08-302h 20Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 152 - 7x20 ArcticThis week Zach is joined by Craig Byrne, webmaster of Kryptonsite and K-SiteTV and author of several companion books on the series, and Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the one hundred fifty second episode of Smallville, “Arctic." They talk Michael Rosenbaum’s departure from the series, Brainiac as Kara, the latest Clana breakup, and this being the end of an era for Smallville. The latest Always Hold On To Smallville has to end this way!Check out Craig's websites: KryptonSite and KSiteTVCheck out Matt's work including Lois & Clark'd: The...2022-07-221h 56Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 151 - 7x19 QuestThis week Zach is joined by Rob O'Connor from the All Star Superfan Podcast to discuss the one hundred fifty first episode of Smallville, "Quest." We talk Rob's Superman and Smallville fandom, a valiant attempt at retroactive continuity, the Teague family, Star Trek: Voyager, Clark's wardrobe, and much more! You don't need a cryptograph to listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out the All Star Superfan Podcast:https://allstarsuperfan.podbean.com/EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B-Rob's Grade: C-IMDB Grade: 8.22022-07-142h 09Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 150 - 7x18 ApocalypseThis week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Rae to discuss the one hundred fiftieth episode of Smallville, "Apocalypse." We talk Rae and her Smallville fandom, President Lex, the Clark/Lois dynamic, Smallville props, and much more! You cannot change the course of the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Always Hold On To Arrow:spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpodEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: ALance's Grade: ARae's Grade: B+IMDB Grade: 8.62022-07-081h 49Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 149 - 7x17 SleeperThis 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 forty ninth episode of Smallville, "Sleeper." We talk the bait-and-switch promo, secret agent Jimmy Olsen, the logistics of time travel, and much more! Don't sleep on the latest Always Hold On To Smallville!Check out Tom's work:tomsart.threadless.comEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: D+Tom's Grade: D+IMDB Grade: 7.4Superman...2022-07-011h 54Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 148 - 7x16 DescentThis week Zach is joined by Ryan Unicomb to discuss the one hundred forty eighth episode of Smallville, "Descent." We talk Ryan's Smallville fandom, the death of Lionel and its aftermath, the return of young Alexander as Lex's conscience, and some of the greatest Clark/Lex moments of the entire series. THIS IS (the latest Always Hold On To) SMALLVILLE!Check out Ryan's Instagram:instagram.com/itsryanunicombEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Ryan's Grade: A+IMDB Grade: 9.1Superman Homepage Grade: 2/5 ...2022-06-231h 37Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#13: The Lord of the Rings: The Two TowersWe journey to Helm's Deep to discuss one of the most acclaimed movie sequels of all-time, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Michael Voller. He is a movie buff that I have spent a lot of time talking and watching movies with going back to our Best Buy days. He does not have much of a social media presence. However, you can find him at:- Snapchat & Twitch: bolten117 You can find me o...2022-06-071h 31Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#12: Turbo: A Power Rangers MovieWe shift into turbo while discussing this often-forgotten Power Rangers sequel, Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Kevonte Chilous. He is the co-host of two podcasts: Always Hold On To Arrow and Always Hold On To Star Wars. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/chill_us , https://x.com/donotfailourpod , https://x.com/alwaystarwars- Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod- Always Hold O...2022-05-1059 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#11: Spider-Man 2We search for the tritium as we discuss one of the best superhero sequels of all-time, Spider-Man 2. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Reese Prokosch. You can find him online at the following places: - Vero: Reese Prokosch- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reeseprokosch271- X: https://x.com/ReeseProkosch- Website: https://www.omnipresentpvt.com You can find me online at the following: - Vero: Daryn Kirscht - X: https://x.com/Daryn_Kirscht2022-04-261h 21Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#10: Ghostbusters IIWho ya gonna call? J.J. Hodges! We discuss an underrated '80s movie sequel, Ghostbusters II. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. As stated above, my special guest for today's episode is J.J. Hodges. He is the host of his own podcast, For Comic Junkies, and also appears with me on the Level 33.1 Roundtable episodes of the Always Hold On To Smallville podcast. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/ForComicJunkies , https://x.com/SpiderManBooks- Instagram: forcomicjunkies- Podcast H...2022-04-121h 14Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#9: The Dark KnightWe take to the anarchy-filled streets of Gotham City to discuss perhaps the most famous Batman movie sequel of all-time, The Dark Knight. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Matthew Quincer. Not only was he a groomsman in my wedding, but he has direct ties to the movie theater industry. His family owns and operates a movie theater in Wadena, MN called the Cozy Theatre and a single-screen theater in Perham, MN called The Comet Theater. You can find his businesses at the places b...2022-03-291h 48Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#8: Batman v Superman: Dawn of JusticeWe take on Doomsday by discussing one of the most polarizing comic book movies of all-time, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special episode guest is John Aaron Garza. He is the co-host of the Reel in Motion podcast / YouTube channel, show producer for the Untamed & Unashamed podcast, and an upcoming future author. You can find him online at:- X: https://x.com/Ser_Jon_Arryn- Instagram: nkl_n_d1med- Vero: John Aaron Garza - YouTube: h...2022-03-152h 12Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#7: Bill & Ted's Bogus JourneyWe travel through time in a phone booth with bubble gum on top to discuss a sci-fi comedy sequel from the early '90s, Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special episode guest is Dallas Hernandez. He occasionally appears with me on the Level 33.1 Roundtable episodes of the Always Hold On To Smallville podcast, and hints at the end of this episode of hosting his own podcast, which is soon to come. You can find him online at: - X: https://x.com/DallasHashtagez2022-03-011h 01Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#6: Captain America: The Winter SoldierOn your left! We join the ranks at S.H.I.E.L.D. to discuss one of the most highly revered sequels in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Captain America: The Winter Soldier. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special episode guest is Jonan Garcia. His family owns a comic book store, Hollywood Heroes, and you can find him online at:- Website: https://hhcomics.com- Instagram: hollywood_heroes_store - Instagram: Jonan Garcia (jonangarcia3) - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HollywoodHeroesStore Y...2022-02-151h 17Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#5: Back to the Future Part IIWe hop into the DeLorean to discuss an iconic movie sequel from the late '80s, Back to the Future Part II. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special episode guest is Alex Woytcke. He is a Minnesota-based filmmaker, having directed and edited short films for his YouTube channels White Key Productions and Wolf Pack Pictures. He has also appeared on the Two Dudes, One Double Feature podcast. You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/AlexWoytcke- Letterboxd: MrWhiteKey (Alexander Woytcke) https://b...2022-02-011h 17Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast#4: Clerks IIWe dine in at Mooby's fast-food restaurant to discuss the sequel to a classic independent film, Clerks II. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special episode guest is Joe Fricke. He is the co-host of the Movie Changeup podcast. You can find the podcast anywhere podcasts are available and on social media at @MovieChangeup or simply at Movie Changeup. - X: https://x.com/The_Joe_Fricke- Movie Changeup: https://www.moviechangeup.com/ You can find me online at the following: - Vero: Daryn K...2022-01-1835 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#3: Toy Story 2We go on the journey to Al's Toy Barn to discuss one of the best animated sequels ever made, Toy Story 2. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My guest for today's episode is Tristan Mayer. He is the co-host of the Movie Changeup podcast. You can find the podcast anywhere podcasts are available and on social media at @MovieChangeup or simply at Movie Changeup.- Movie Changeup: https://www.moviechangeup.com/ You can find me online at the following: - Vero: Daryn Kirscht - X: https...2022-01-0447 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#2: Rocky IIWe step into the ring to discuss a sequel that is one of my personal favorites, Rocky II. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My guest for today's episode is Lance Laster. He is the co-host of the Always Hold On To Arrow podcast and a podcast covering sports films called Training Montage. You can find the episode guest, Lance Laster, online at the following:- X: https://x.com/sirlancelaster- Arrow Podcast on X: https://x.com/donotfailourpod- Always Hold On To Arrow...2022-01-0440 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#1: Terminator 2: Judgment DayWe kickoff the very first feature-length episode with a fun discussion regarding one of the most famous sequels of all-time, Terminator 2: Judgment Day. We cover behind-the-scenes stories, pros, cons, and, of course, the sequel test. My special guest for today's episode is Zach Moore. He is the helmer of the "Always Hold On To" network of podcasts, which includes hosting his flagship podcast, Always Hold On To Smallville (which I also appear on sometimes). You can find him online at the following: - X: https://x.com/mooreonzach- Always Hold On To Smallville on...2022-01-0439 min
Under The Lens with Byron LafayetteThe Snyderverse Saga With Daryn KirschtI sit down with author Daryn Kirscht to talk about his latest book "The Snyderverse Saga: The Culture-Shattering Phenomena Behind Zack Snyder's DC Film Universe" where he details the entire history of the so-called "Snyderverse" that is the DC films that Zack Snyder directed or was influential in helping craft. In this sprawling interview, we discuss Zack Snyder's Justice League, Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice, and the incredible fan campaign that brought the Snydercut to life; we even manage to talk about Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker.
I hope you enjoy this interview
2021-11-1942 minRound II: The Film Sequel Podcast#0: PreviewThis quick preview episode details my upcoming movie-themed podcast launching in time for the winter holiday season in 2021. Round II: The Film Sequel Podcast is a celebration of the second movie in a film franchise and explores the magical feeling of returning for the sequel. I will have a guest join me for each episode for a one-on-one conversation about a particular sequel. You can probably guess some of the heavy-hitters that will make the list, but there will also be some choices that may surprise some people. You can find me online...2021-11-1002 min
The Vodka StreamThe SnyderVerse Saga - w/ Author Daryn Kirscht - Film Junkee Vodka StreamAuthor of The SnyderVerse Saga, Daryn Kirscht, joins the Vodka Stream tonight. THE SNYDERVERSE SAGA Amazon Link: https://amzn.to/2ZMmxcq2021-11-014h 39
The Cinema Club PodcastEpisode 12: Zack Snyder's Justice LeagueThis is a very special episode in which my guests, Daryn Kirscht and Chris Amick, and I discuss the monumental brand new film, Zack Snyder's Justice League. The long-awaited DC Comics film finally gets it's due and we are here for it. Subscribe and Join us on The Cinema Club Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecinemaclubtcc/). Enjoy!2021-04-0953 min
The Hand+Movie Changeup - Episode 16 (Political Movies)On the sixteenth episode of Movie Changeup, Tristan Mayer (1-3) and Daryn Kirscht (0-1) go head to head pitching reboots to 7 political movies. However, they have 7 rules they must follow. One rule per movie, and they can't use a rule more than once. The first person to 4 points wins. Joe Fricke, serves as judge/host.
Movies
1. Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter (2012)
2. The Campaign (2012) 3. Election (1999)
4. Olympus Has Fallen (2013)
5. Team America World Police (2004)
6. Parkland (2013)
7. The Post (2017)
Rules
1. One must involve time travel
2. One must be cast as a 1...2020-11-122h 27
Always Hold On To SmallvilleEpisode 115 - 6x05 ReunionThis 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/donotfailourpodEPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: C+Lance's Grade: B-Daryn's Grade: B-2020-10-231h 33The Hand+Movie Changeup: Episode 13 (Worst Picture Razzie Winners)On the thirteenth episode of Movie Changeup, Daryn Kirscht and Zach Remelius make their debuts going head to head pitching reboots to 7 Worst Picture Razzie winners. However, they have 7 rules they must follow. One rule per movie, and they can't use a rule more than once. The first person to 4 points wins. Joe Fricke, serves as judge/host.
WARNING: Technical Difficulties
Movies
1. Battlefield Earth (2000)
2. Fantastic Four (2015)
3. Holmes & Watson (2018)
4. Hudson Hawk (1991)
5. The Last Airbender (2010)
6. The Love Guru (2008)
7. Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)
Rules
1. One must have a t...2020-10-092h 12