Beginners Guide: Plastic Man
For Episode 14 we were joined by a very special guest. A man without whom the show would not be what it is. We were honoured to be joined by the man behind our theme tune, Professor Elemental.We asked him…
Super Dummy
Exploration of Superheroes and Comics by a Self Described Dummy
Super Dummy
Exploration of Superheroes and Comics by a Self Described Dummy
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Beginners Guide: Constantine
Following from our Zatanna episode, we had a sudden flurry of votes for another magical character. Troubled, complicated and a thorn in the side of many; Episode 13 focused on John Constantine. Beginnings Constantine first appeared in The Saga of…
Beginners Guide: Daredevil
Do not fear everyone, for the devil of hell’s kitchen is here. For Episode 12 of the podcast, you chose Matt Murdock… Here’s a beginners guide to Daredevil. A Better Life Much like in our previous episode with Zatanna, Matt…
Beginners Guide: Zatanna
Sometimes you get a character that comes out of nowhere as a guest, with not much background, but steals peoples hearts. This is the case with the subject of Episode 11 of the podcast. Here’s a beginners guide to Zatanna…
Beginners Guide: Superman
For episode 10, we thought we would do something different. We asked everyone to vote between some well known characters they think they know well. Joined by the amazing Steve Conway, it’s safe to say everyone has something they can…
Beginners Guide: Hulk
Bruce Banner was a shy, quiet scientist with a brilliant mind. He was reluctantly working with the US Army on high powered weapons when his life and destiny changed forever.In episode 9 of the podcast, we talked about Hulk. Somewhere…
Beginners Guide: Cyborg
Victor Stone wanted to have a normal life, years of his scientist parents performing experiments on him were taking its toll. Fate would have different plans for him, however, as normal was not on the agenda.For episode 8 of the…
Beginners Guide: Captain Britain
It takes a certain type of hero to defend the realm, especially in a world where myth and legend come to life. Luckily, as we discussed in episode 7, Captain Britain was up for the job.Here is a brief teaser,…
Beginners Guide: Miracleman
In Episode 6 of Superheroes for Dummies, we talked about the great British character Miracleman, formerly known as Marvelman. Another character with a rocky history, many legal battles and a painfully long 28-year wait! Here’s what I learnt. As we…
Beginners Guide: Damian Wayne as Robin
Following each recording of the podcast, Superheroes for Dummies, I write a recap of everything I’ve learnt. Here is Superhero Recap – Damian Wayne, the current Robin. Son of Bat The origin story of Damian is unique in comparison to…
