Man of Steel Answers Insight Commentary: Recent Episodes
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Answering Man of Steel Questions, Criticisms, & Controversies to gain Insight into the DC Cinematic Universe
[Recorded April 23, 2021] When does Zack Snyder's Justice League take place? How long after Batman v. Superman and does that make sense? Looking to inhabit the worlds we love. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Intro (00:00:58)
How Fans Approach Story (00:03:20) When does BvS take place? (00:09:40)
Timeline
When does JL take place? (00:12:15) Post-Prologue scenes (00:19:00) Sunday (00:20:30) Monday (00:22:22) Seam 1 (00:24:50) "Tuesday" (00:25:10) Seam 2 (00:27:20) Wednesday (00:28:00) Thursday (00:31:10) Friday (00:33:40) Time Gap (00:34:25) Boom 'round the world (00:36:30) Saturday (00:36:55)
Issues
Moon (00:37:30) Comparison Intentional? (00:40:20) Other Factors (00:43:10) Lois's Furlough (00:45:10) Suicide Squad (00:48:55) Ayer Tweet 1 2 Bruce's Beard & Belle Reve with Lex (00:51:05) Kent Farm Foreclosure (00:52:30) Kansas Corn (00:54:00) Butterfly (00:56:55) Silas's 2017 Headstone (00:58:55) Canonicity of Prop Text (00:59:45) M&J LL Article DOB typo
Love
Black Zero Event (01:06:20) Wayne Tower Devastated via Fiona Zheng Loving Suspension of Disbelief (01:10:50) Pick Your Poison (01:13:00)
2017 Headstone, Moon, Pregnancy
Making the Call (01:18:10) End Notes [Intro Recorded April 28, 2021] (01:21:05)
King Tides and the Moon Cyborg's Flying Flashback Diana Storyteller
To learn more: Zack on Scener: "We had the funeral in BvS. It's probably only a month or so passed."6 weeks claim by Uche NwaneriZack Snyder's Justice League | The Rough CutWhy Look At The Moon | Victoria WilliamsA Place In Time | Amanda AbizaidBad Moon Rising | It Aude Kolonyhûs
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RestoreTheSnyderverse #MakeYourOwnPast #CallYourMom #Lunacy
[Originally Recorded March 28, Re-Recorded April 12, 2021] Approaching Zack Snyder's Justice League in good faith. How did Darkseid forget the location of Earth? Why didn't Steppenwolf tie the Mother Box to the Defiance immediately? So many questions! Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt Justice Con 2021 - April 16-18ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Impressions (00:00:58) Comparison (00:02:30) Gratitude (00:06:20) Growth (00:08:50) Logic (00:10:20) Layers - Black Suit Example (00:11:50) Past Nitpicking Plot Holes (00:14:00) Death of the Author (00:16:00) Q: Did Diana lie to a little girl? (00:24:30) Q: Diana says the Boxes are indestructible but they're destroyed? (00:26:15) Q: Why did the Boxes die? (00:27:40) Q: Do we know the Boxes are destroyed? (00:29:05) Q: Why didn't the Box reach Darkseid directly? (00:32:30) Q: Why did about a month pass before Steppenwolf arrived? (00:34:30) Q: Why did Amazonian Box stay awake? (00:38:20) DeSaad & Darkseid's Last Lines Analysis (00:41:20) Not Omniscient (00:42:20) Lies & Hiding (00:43:40) Honor Culture (00:45:00) Armada Alternatives (00:48:30)
No reaction, Let Steppenwolf Die, Boxes at Defiance, DeSaad asks
Ways Old & New (00:53:40) Q: Are there more Mother Boxes? (00:58:30) Q: How did Steppenwolf conquer before? (01:05:30) Q: How did Darkseid forget Earth? (01:09:25) Timeline (01:10:20) Q: Doesn't Diana contradict this? (01:25:35)
Hearsay, Myth, Rashōmon
End Notes / After Show [Recorded April 15, 2021] (01:36:00)
Q&A Summary
To learn more:Zack Snyder's Justice League - "We Live in a Society" Extended Deleted Sceneoverthinking - original song | Orla Gartland
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RestoreTheSnyderverse
[Recorded February 14, 2021] Commenting on Zack Snyder's Justice League Official Trailer. Note: Clips from LightCast, I Minutemen, and SnyderCutBR were added after the episode was recorded and thus without introduction. Thank you for your understanding and listen to the full interviews in the links below. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Experience (00:01:10) Effectiveness of trailer (00:04:35) Arguments for ZSJL (00:05:20)
Leaning into Lore (00:05:30) Average Watch Time (00:07:00) As An Event (00:08:00) Community & Charity (00:12:00)
Trailer breakdown (00:14:05)
Lisa Gerrard's "Celon" (00:15:00) Death of Superman (00:16:00) World Building (00:16:30) Lex's Lines (00:17:30) Layered (00:18:00) Trinity Themes (00:20:00) Attack Coming (00:22:00) VFX Thanks (00:23:00) Steppenwolf Humanity (00:24:40) Heroes Reply (00:25:00) Superman's Cycle (00:26:00) Misc. (00:29:00) Joker Stinger (00:30:00) Joker's Lines (00:35:00)
Your Reason (00:37:00) Sign Off (00:40:00) End Notes (00:41:00)
Bulls & Red Capes (00:42:00) Batman's Theatricality (00:43:00) Superman's Visible Deathcry (00:44:00)
Science Super Power Special Effect
Source Music v. Score
Symbol (00:49:00)
SciFi in JL & MOS (00:54:00) Black Suit & Resurrection Powers (00:59:00) Jonathan's Hope (01:03:00)
And much more
To learn more:LightCast #145 - Deborah SnyderI Minutemen #1 - Zack SnyderSnyderCutBR - Zack Snyder
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UsUnited #HereForAReason
[Recorded December 19, 2020] Merry Christmas! Some parallels between A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens and Batman v. Superman. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Common points of style Common character developments Common themes And much more
To learn more:5 Act Revenge Tragedy | pulpklatura
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[Recorded August 24, 2020] Finding the soul of Zack Snyder's Justice League Official Teaser (from DCFanDome) with Leonard Cohen's Hallelujah. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt ASPF.org Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Survivorship Bias Hallelujah etymology Hallelujah the lyrics Hallelujah the song Hallelujah the story Theme of Connection Theme of Mythology Teaser Structure
Forward Momentum Increasing Intensity Storytelling Progression Hallelujah Parallels
Amnesty for Converts "Help me find the others like you" And much more
To learn more:The Holy or The Broken | Alan LightSurvivorship Bias | VeritasiumZack Snyder Interview | Reel-In-MotionMistakenly Seeking Solitude | The Happiness LabHallelujah | Revisionist HistoryLeonard Cohen's Hallelujah 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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[Recorded May 16 & 26, 2020] Decoding MOS and BvS with the story of the Grail. Parallels between the first grail knight, Percival, and the first superhero, Superman. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Previously with Percival (00:01:05) The Forest Adventure (00:04:00)
New Path Personally Chosen Individualism Impacts Civilization
Individualism Not Anarchy (00:07:10) Where It Was Darkest (00:09:30)
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised Good Does Not Mean Harmless
Percival Done With God (00:14:25)
Desert of the Soul Crisis of Faith Herders and Pilgrims
The Hermit (00:20:00)
Uncle As Father Figure (00:21:23) Solitude and The Hermit Within (00:24:00)
Solitude as Path Back to Others (00:26:45)
The Just World Problem (00:28:22)
Suffering Is A Part Of Life Choose The Focus Of Your Attention Is This Helpful? You Have To Try
That Which We Already Know (00:35:10)
Percival Inspired Hero's Journey (00:36:30) GI Joe Fallacy (00:40:00)
Temptation of Percival (00:41:45)
Weapons & Signs (00:46:25) Sight Beyond Sight (00:49:55) Temptation of Superman (00:51:00) Function of Faith (00:52:07)
Question of Facts or of Worth
Gawain's Wedding (00:57:01)
More Gawain and Batman Parallels Gawain v. Percival (00:59:43) The Pagan Knight v. Percival (01:03:05)
Their Fathers Have The Same Name (01:05:00)
The Grail Messenger Returns (01:06:16)
Things Are Not As They Appear Greening of The Wasteland Servant Kings - Power Can Be Innocent Personal Conviction Not Peer Pressure (01:10:17) Percival's Conviction & Compassion (01:11:49)
Return To The Grail Castle (01:14:06)
Heal Another Heal Yourself (01:17:40) Superman's Next Stage (01:19:03)
Grail Quest (01:20:35)
Hope To Achieve The Impossible
Extras [Recorded June 6] (01:22:05)
Ask Questions
Beyond Appearance Beyond Literal Analysis Beyond Established Stories
The Beginner's Mind
Possibility vs. Obstacles Valuable But Brittle
Never Ending Battle
Repetition and Experience This Man Is Not My Enemy
The Inner Fool
The Grail Was Always With You
Prester John
Art Creating Change
And much more
Reference Images: Via VERO on December 18, 2019 Via VERO on December 4, 2019 To learn more:The Temptation of Sir Percival | Arthur HackerLe Mort D'Arthur | Thomas Mallory (Armstrong)Owning Your Own Shadow | Robert A. JohnsonLiving An Examined Life | James HollisMyths to Live By | Joseph CampbellEternal Chalice | Monica PotkayG.I. Joe Fallacy | Laurie SantosJust World Hypothesis / Fallacy | Myles DyerJust World Hypothesis / Fallacy | ThunkSocial Media Empty Calorie Connection | Laurie SantosThe Revolution Will Not Be Televised | Gil Scott-HeronMan's Search For Meaning | Viktor FranklAttacking Backfires | Melissa DellThis Video Will Make You Angry | CGP GreyMindfulness Tool: RAIN | Life KitWhen Someone Doesn't Like You | Daryl DavisSuperman Smashes the Klan | Gene Luen YangThe Science of Well-Being | YaleOfficial BvS Watch Party | VEROOfficial MOS Watch Party | VEROFix You | Coldplay | Hearts & Colors coverOrpheus | Sara Bareilles
Web: ManOfSteelAnswers.comTwitter: @mosanswersSubscribe: Apple Podcasts / RSS / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Buy MOSAIC Shield T-Shirt: Bonfire.com/mosaicHelp With Hosting: via PayPal QR Code: "The most rewarding mythological experience you can have is to see how it lives in your own psychological structure." "You think your pain and your heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read. It was Dostoevsky and Dickens who taught me that the things that tormented me most were the very things that connected me with all the people who were alive, or who ever had been alive. Only if we face these open wounds in ourselves can we understand them in other people."
[Recorded April 29 & May 6, 2020] Decoding MOS and BvS with the story of the Grail. Parallels between the first grail knight, Percival, and the first superhero, Superman. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Previously with Percival (00:01:20) The Grail King & Grail Castle (00:03:10)
Magical Other World
The Fisher King Wound Origins & Meaning (00:04:05)
The Tasting The Burning Fish - "What was I supposed to do?" (00:04:55) Jousting The Pagan Knight - "Krypton lost something precious" (00:10:25) As Divine Punishment - "I don't know if it's possible" (00:13:55)
Stages of Evolution (00:15:20)
Unconscious youth, conscious middle, enlightened elder The Midlife Crisis (00:19:50)
The Wasteland (00:23:55)
Inauthentic Lives (00:26:10) Campbell's Start - From Critic To Champion (00:27:30) In Man of Steel and Batman v. Superman (00:30:20)
Fertility, ecology, decline, Knightmare
The King and the Knight are One... (00:36:30)
The Grail Castle (00:37:40)
The Grail Procession - Grail and Lance (00:38:20) Failing to Ask Questions - "A knight does not ask questions" (00:39:30) The Law of Enchantment - Spontaneous Gifts (00:40:50) The Duty to Ask (00:43:00)
The Weeping Damsels (00:46:50)
The Pain of Consciousness The Costs & Collateral of Past Successes Father's Unbreakable Sword (00:48:20) The Lady of the Tent (00:50:00)
Society vs. Spontaneity (00:51:50)
Advice - Right or Wrong? (00:56:10) The Old Knight's Character (00:57:30) Jonathan's Character (00:58:40) Advice Context - Stage of Life (00:59:50) Jonathan's Advice (01:02:40) The Old Knight's Advice (1:04:10)
Authenticity… …without Boundaries is Careless (01:06:50) …without Empathy is Selfish (01:09:00) …without Trust is Risky (01:11:20)
Bring Your Best Self (01:12:50) Uncertain Dry Years (01:13:30)
Joining The Round Table (01:14:40)
Love Trance (01:15:40) The Grail Messenger - Humiliated Before Camelot (01:17:10)
Sir Gawain (01:19:10)
Percival : Superman :: Gawain : Batman Nature of Foils (01:21:30) Dual Identities (01:24:00) Batman Mythos : Gawain Mythos (01:26:05)
The Sun Knight - Batman '66 : The Light Knight (01:27:40) Descent & Rehabilitation (01:29:10)
The Useless Knight (01:32:50) The Trial of the Perilous Bed
The Bleeding Lance / Kryptonite Spear (01:35:40)
Religious Artifact (01:37:00)
Collective Consciousness Remixing Mythology (01:38:50) DC Heroes & World War II (01:42:20)
Symbol & Commentary (01:43:55)
Kryptonite Spear vs. Bullets Critique of Violence (01:45:50)
And much more
To learn more:Le Mort D'Arthur | Thomas Mallory (Armstrong)Owning Your Own Shadow | Robert A. JohnsonLiving An Examined Life | James HollisMyths to Live By | Joseph CampbellEternal Chalice | Monica PotkayEmotions in Medieval Arthurian Literature | Frank BrandsmaKing Arthur: History & Legend | Dorsey ArmstrongThe Crusades: A History | Jonathan Riley-SmithFantastic Creatures | Juliette WoodJoseph Campbell: A Fire In The Mind | Larsen & LarsenCarl Jung: Wounded Healer | Claire DunneThe Waste Land | T.S. Eliot2001: A Filmmaking Odyssey | Imaginary WorldsThe Science of Well-Being | YaleDefine Your Fears Instead of Goals | Tim FerrisAuthenticity Is A Double-Edged Sword | Adam GrantOfficial BvS Watch Party | VEROOfficial MOS Watch Party | VERO$5.27 Launch Fundraiser | AFSPLimited Time Offer $12/yr | HBO MaxHurt | Johnny Cash
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[Recorded April 22, 2020] Decoding MOS and BvS with the story of the Grail. Parallels between the first grail knight, Percival, and the first superhero, Superman. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Arthurian influence on Snyder and Terrio Joseph Campbell's love of Parzival Arthur, The Grail, and Percival Chrétien de Troyes adds the Grail Percival, Perceval, Percifull, Parsifal, Parzival, Percivel... Faire Unknown motif Contemporary Story for Contemporary Audience Siege Perilous: Destiny & Free Will Becoming The Red Knight Percival and Superman Kill Only Once Cultures of Acceptable Violence Carl Jung's concept of the Shadow Batman & Superman's Shadow Shadow Consciousness Or Else Societal Expectations: Silencing Of Natural Self Marriage For Love: Western Spirit Silent Champion From Afar Chrétien's Unfinished Romance And much more!
To learn more:Le Mort D'Arthur | Thomas Mallory (Armstrong)Owning Your Own Shadow | Robert A. JohnsonLiving An Examined Life | James HollisMyths to Live By | Joseph CampbellEternal Chalice | Monica PotkayEmotions in Medieval Arthurian Literature | Frank BrandsmaKing Arthur: History & Legend | Dorsey ArmstrongThe Crusades: A History | Jonathan Riley-SmithFantastic Creatures | Juliette WoodJoseph Campbell: A Fire In The Mind | Larsen & LarsenCarl Jung: Wounded Healer | Claire Dunne
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[Recorded February 2017, August 2017, October 2019, December 7, 2019] Defeating Doomsday. BTS: This pre-recorded episode was assembled shortly after Part 3, but was never happy with it. While waiting on inspiration, it was decided to stop trying to resuscitate recordings from 2017. Forewarning, the concluding Part 5 is probably never coming and this Doomsday series is abandoned for now. Nonetheless as this episode was already completed it's finally being published. However, a NEW mini-series is already in production, the first episode will be published Friday. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Why didn't Batman bring the spear to Doomsday instead? Why didn't Batman immediately go for the spear? Why didn't Superman defer to Wonder Woman? And more poor questions...
To learn more:New York Night Sky Turns Bright Blue | NYT
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[Recorded February 2017, August 2017, October 2019, December 7, 2019] Defeating Doomsday. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Why did Batman leave the spear with Lois? Hindsight Bias Batman's crashed vehicles Lois Competence, Spear In Water, Falling, and Recover Spear If Onlys, Regrets, Time Travel, & Sisyphus Actual Facts versus Abstraction Critics Who Review Films They Didn't Finish Edit Bay of the Brain / Nostalgia Literature as Ethical Simulators Eucatastrophe Monsters versus Positive Thinking Demonizing and Redemption Hot-Cold Empathy Gap And much more!
To learn more:Talking to Strangers | Malcolm GladwellChoiceology: Knew It All Along | Katy MilkmanHidden Brain: Looking Back | NPREmpire Podcast| EmpireImaginary Worlds | Eric MolinskyPublic Health Ethics | James Wilson
Web: ManOfSteelAnswers.comTwitter: @mosanswersSubscribe: Apple Podcasts / RSS / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Buy MOSAIC Shield T-Shirt: Bonfire.com/mosaicHelp With Hosting: via PayPal QR Code: “Whether you call someone a hero or a monster is all relative to where the focus of your consciousness may be.” - Joseph Cambpell
[Recorded December 8, 2019] Wonder Woman 1984 Trailer reaction. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Almost nothing! No time! Blue Monday "How does it feel?" - Emphasis on emotion again Trash can scene indicates a reprise of Fish-Out-Of-Water
To learn more: Wonder Woman 1984 Official Trailer | WBBlue Monday Cover | BBC
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HowDoesItFeel?
releasethesnydercut
Adapted from my Introduction to the ForSnyderCut.org site, drafted December 2017 and published January 2018. Donate to AFSP Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
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ReleaseTheSnyderCut #AFSP
[Recorded February 2017, August 2017, October 2019] Defeating Doomsday. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Temporal Frame of Reference Superman's Decision-Making
Danger to Self / Selflessness Learning and Rational Choices
Stakes: Threat to Superman's Life Doomsday's Intelligence
The Primal Zombie
Super-Jumping "Flight" Physics Doomsday's Genitals
Triploids / Lex's Genetic Contribution
Size Strength Bias Bioluminescence Solar Flare Substitute For Evolutionary Power Why Take Doomsday to Space?
Why Not Keep Going? Lack of Astronomical / Cosmic Intuitions
Why Didn't Superman Fly Faster? Fantasy User Interfaces (FUI) Canonicity Is Tracking Superman a Plot Hole?
Novel Tech Mutual Regard, Competing Interests Consent / Stealth Powers
Plasma Stealth Force Field Absorption
Time to Thermonuclear Launch Why Didn't Superman:
Dodge The Nuke? Let Go of Doomsday? Return Doomsday to Space After The Nuke? Take Doomsday to the Ocean?
Nuclear Strike Reveals Nature of Superman's Powers
Invulnerability - Force Field not Composition Muscle Mass - Biological Default not Built By Exercise
Myostatin
Regeneration - Two Types
"Undead" Genes
And much more!
To learn more: Threat of Ancient Mesopotamian Zombies | STBYMBoeing AH-64 Apache | WikipediaProjectile Use By Non-Human Organisms | WikipediaLight On Earth | David AttenboroughSpontaneous Photon Emissions From Humans | KobayashiElectric Life Forms Live On Pure Energy | New ScientistDraper Point | WikipediaCut Travel Time To ISS From 2 Days To 6 Hours | EngadgetSuperman Space Suplex | Superman: DoomsdayMan of Steel Spoiler Special | EmpireBvS Fantasy User Interfaces | PerceptionDesigning Fantasy User Interfaces | PixelHubPlasma Stealth | WikipediaTo Launch A Nuclear Strike | BloombergMuscular Baby | New York TimesThantomicrobiome | Peter NobleUndead Genes Come Alive Days After Death | Science AAAS
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StrangerThanFiction
[Recorded February 2017, August 2017, October 2019] Defeating Doomsday. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Real World Ethics vs. Thought Experiments Why Trinity Didn't Use Lex to Stop Doomsday? Criminal Liability For Conversion of Extraterrestrial Specimens Thad Roberts and "Sex On The Moon" Valuation of Moon Rocks Liability For Power Grid Disruption And much more!
To learn more: Theory of Mind Deficiencies | WikipediaSex On The Moon | Ben MezrichWhere Does NASA Keep Moon Rocks? | Smarter Every DayProjectile Use By Non-Human Organisms | WikipediaSpontaneous Photon Emissions From Humans | Kobayashi
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FlyMeToTheMoon
[Recorded August 8, 2019] Learning from Eastern thought. Seeing much more detail and connection. Comparing high and low context communication. How Superman's silence can be seen as sophisticated. The Problem of Evil in the East. Harmonizing Batman and Superman. Based on the research of Dr. Richard E. Nisbett and his book, "The Geography of Thought: How Asians and Westerners Think Differently" Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
East Asians less inclined towards Fundamental Attribution Error (00:04:40)
Dr. Richard E. Nisbett (00:07:40)
Objects vs. Context (00:17:45)
Nouns vs. Verbs (00:18:30) Facial Expression (00:25:11) Michigan Fish Test (00:32:44) High & Low Context (00:36:17) Superman's Silence (00:48:37)
Thinking and Speaking (00:51:03) Counter-Intuitive Wisdom (00:58:02) Modesty and Bragging (01:06:35)
Analysis vs. Holism (01:08:49)
Comparison (01:09:30) Logic & Paradox (01:15:00) Dialectical Reasoning (01:25:03) Retcons / BvS Critique (01:25:55) Existentialism (01:28:45) Embodied Knowledge & Wisdom (01:43:40) The Problem of Evil (01:57:24)
Applied to Batman v. Superman (02:03:24)
Lex's Bad Faith Dilemma (02:07:00) Dialectical Synthesis of Batman & Superman (02:10:55)
And much more!
To learn more: PressPlacing the Face in Context: Cultural Differences in Facial Emotion | Takahiko MasudaThe Michigan Fish Test and the Middle East | Sheena IyengarWhat Does The Michigan Fish Test Say About You? | io9Eastern and Western Cultures See Emotions Very Differently | University of AlbertaJapanese More Sensitive Than Westerners To The Big Picture | WiredThis Mistake We All Make | Richard Nisbett | The GuardianAre You A Holistic or Specific Thinker? | Erin Meyer | Harvard Business ReviewEast & West Part Ways in Test of Facial Expressions | NYTZack Snyder's Superhero Life | BloombergEast Versus West | Forbes BooksGeography of Thought | Richard NisbettThe Culture Map | Erin MeyerYou May Also Like | Tom VanderbiltHit Makers | Derek ThompsonThe Misinformation Age | Cailin O'ConnorHeaven & Earth Are Not Humane | Franklin Perkins MediaWest and East Cultural Differences | EBSEAST or WEST: Which mindset do you have? | Off the Great WallEastern Philosophers vs Western Philosophers | Epic Rap BattlesLogic & Reasoning | VSauce2Batman v. Superman: By The MinuteDC Cinematic MinuteReality | Invisibilia | NPR ImagesPopulation Perspective | Our World In DataPopulation Density | Our World In DataInterpersonal Trust Attitudes | Our World In Data
Population Perspective
Population Density
Trust Attitudes
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YouHaveTheRightToRemainSilent #BeStill #BestOfBoth
[Recorded July 12, 2019] Why do reasonable minds differ? On movies? "Did we even see the same film?" On justice? Why do Superman and Batman always differ? Psychologists weigh in. Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Naïve Realism Study on Motion Picture Appraisal Correlation with critics Illusions: The dress, shoe, Yanni / Laurel, etc. "They Saw A Game" Moral foundations and affiliations Cultural differences lend perspective The missionary and anthropologist Linguistic effects on cognition Fundamental Attribution Error Disposition versus circumstance Depiction is not endorsement Judging others as disgusting Public Irrationality Thesis Philosophy and Psychology on Character Clark & Diana as role models (combat FAE) And much more!
To learn more: Strikingly Low Agreement On Movies | Pascal Wallisch You Are Not So Smart Live | David McRaney "They Saw A Game" | Hastorf & Cantril The Righteous Mind | Jonathan Haidt Through the Language Glass | Lera Boroditsky This Is Water | David Foster Wallace Stories of Your Life and Others | Ted Chiang The Culture Map | Erin Meyer The Character Gap | Christian Miller Christian Miller: Character Gap | Philosophy Bites The Callout | Invisibilia YANSS 157: Pluralistic Ignorance | David McRaney You May Also Like | Tom Vanderbilt Conversation with Ross & Nisbett | Think 101 Hit Makers | Derek Thompson
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ThisIsWater #DefyDefaultMode
[Recorded June 29, 2019] Consider Man of Steel and BvS through the lens of commitment. Can Superman combat loneliness and a crisis of conviction? Donate or MOSAIC T-Shirt
Dive deep into discussion and address apologetics for:
MOS is structured wrong BvS should have shown Superman's honeymoon period Superhero movies should be escapist Nairomi was entirely unneeded and so much more!
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Interpreting, "Must there be a Superman? / There is." Superhero retirement Seven Stages of Romantic Relationships Lois & Clark Early Stages and Wake-Up Call Why no onscreen honeymoon? / Batman is BvS protagonist Superman & the World's Wake-Up Call Insecurity absent commitment (no superheroes norms yet) Loneliness epidemic Who is Superman for? Superman: friend of the forgotten; a valid interpretation Superman as common cultural touchstone enables impact The Second Mountain / Benefits of Commitment Family (marriage), Calling (vocation, Faith (philosophy), and Local Community Why BvS included Nairomi not just the BZE Clark Kent: Man of Commitments Why MOS is structured to show Clark's heroism early Crisis of Faith: "Superman was never real. / No one stays good in this world." Local action and many more topics!
Enjoy Independence Day with others... accept that invitation or extend one!
To learn more: Lies Our Culture Tells Us | David Brooks Psychologists Study Ghosting | SciShow Loneliness Epidemic Index Infograph Study| Cigna Desire In Long Term Relationships | Esther Perel AOM 518: Quest For A Moral Life | Brett McKay The Second Mountain | David Brooks Hit Makers | Derek Thompson
Introduction recorded July 1, 2019
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Mother's Day Excerpts
Contrapositive - Understand & avoid villain behavior (1:20) Elevation - The case for paragons (7:30) Seeing - Clark versus how Bruce views women (20:10) "Isn't That A Good Thing?" - Martha's hope (25:00) Secret Sharing - Responsibilities of secret keepers (27:10) "I'm Older Now Than My Father Ever Was." - Parents as milestones (37:00) "How Come Dad Never Left Kansas?" - Earning conviction (38:40) Optimal Stopping - Algorithmic anxiety argument (45:50) How Come Superman Doesn't Take Over The World? - Economics (50:40) "You Don't Owe This World A Thing." - Interpretations (1:04:00) "I'm Already There." - Covenants, institutions, & traditions (1:15:30) Kierkegaard - Individuality and the leap of faith (1:19:30) Sign Off - Excerpted excerpts (1:32:20) Superhero Philosophy (1:33:50) Conjunction Fallacy (1:37:10) Success (1:39:50)
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[Recorded April 20, 2019] Moms and motherhood. Six factors to consider:
Safety. Home. Affection. Zeitgeist. Amend. Maturity.
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Biological Distinction Natural Birth Adoption & Fostering Moms & Home: Acceptance & Choice Availability & Attachment Theory: Reparenting Modeling Parents & Societal Restraints Abusing Authority & Honesty Replicating & Surpassing: Parents & Heroes
Released early as a heads-up to remember Mother's Day.
Rusty deleted ramblings will be released in a Brief sometime later.
Children observe (temet nosce): The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. He’s just like his father. Like father, like son A chip off the old block She's her mother’s daughter.
To learn more: A Biologist's Mother's Day Song | Adam Cole Unconditional Love | This American Life Creature Comforts | Hidden Brain Mind Changers: Harlow's Monkeys | BBC Attachment Theory | Wikipedia Becoming Attached | Robert Karen Reparenting | Wikipedia Title 18 Crimes & Offenses | Pa. Code Free Range Kids | Lenore Skenazy Whole Brain Child | Daniel Siegel & Tina Bryson The Philosophical Baby | Alison Gopnik How Christianity Invented Children | The Week The Emotionally Absent Mother | Jasmin Lee Cori Anybody Have A Map | Justin Paul & Benj Pasek No More Drama With Mama | Gayle Kirschenbaum Older | Sasha Sloan M-O-T-H-E-R | Eddy Arnold
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callyourmom
[Previously re-recorded September 24, 2018] Strength & Challenges, Cognitive Distortions, and Witch Hunts and Common-Humanity. Taking on three bad ideas:
Challenge makes us weaker. Always trust your feelings. Life is a battle between good people and evil people.
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Fragility versus Strength and Growth Purpose in Suffering
Comparing Diana & Clark upbringing
Mindfulness, Automatic Thoughts, Reframing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive Distortions - illustrated by DC films Tribalism & Witch Hunts - the persecution of Superman Common Humanity - DC Bridge Building Superman Suicide Prevention
Three antidotes:
Prepare the child for the road, not the road for the child. Your worst enemy cannot harm you as much as your own thoughts, unguarded. But once mastered, no one can help you as much, not even your father or your mother. The line dividing good and evil cuts through the heart of every human being.
Suicide Prevention: National Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 or Online Chat American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Suicide Prevention Resource Center Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE)
To learn more: FindCBT.org | ABCT Persuasive Power of Narratives | Melanie Green Cardigan 2017 Commencement Address | John Roberts Man's Search For Meaning | Viktor E. Frankl Behave| Robert M. Sapolsky Positive Changes Following Adversity |Stephen Joseph & Lisa Butler Global Rich List | CARE The Princess Bride | Rob Reiner You Are Not So Smart | David McRaney All-Star Superman #10 | Grant Morrison Common Humanity | Barack Obama 2018 Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture in Johannesburg | Barack Obama Tough Decisions (A Whale Is Gonna Die) | Rhett & Link - Catastrophizing Thought Bubbles | Rachel Bloom My Favorite Things - The Sound of Music | Richard Rogers What I Am (Stronger) - Sesame Street | Will.i.am How To Make Testimony More Reliable | SciShow Psych Confabulation: When Lying isn't Lying | Oregon Behavioral What is CBT? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Explained | G. Aprile Cognition | Crash Course
Counter Points: The Worth of War | Benjamin Ginsberg Accessory to War | Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Adapted from the works of Jonathan Haidt: The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom, The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion, The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions And Bad Ideas Are Setting Up A Generation For Failure.
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freeyourmind #besuper #plusultra
Body
Applying Earlier Episodes to Exercise & Body
Assimilation & Accommodation Viewpoint Diversity By Way of Trainer & Gym Mates
Mark Twight & Gym Jones Soldier of Steel Growth Psychology of Fitness, Exercise, & Body Transformation Transferable Skills - Functional Fitness / Functional Fandom Metaphor & Myth Brain Benefits
Becoming Superman | Sam Ashurst American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | Donate
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5for5 #afsp
[Previously recorded June 7, 2018] Perils of perfectionism, Fixed Mindset versus a Growth Mindset, Intellectual Humility and Insecurity. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Perils of Perfectionism Fundamental Fear of Unknown Fear of Failure Fixed Mindset vs. Growth Mindset Neuroplasticity Fixed Mindset means changing for the worst Batman's Fixed Mindset Superman's Growth Mindset Future Potential: One Day & Yet Humble or Insecure? Humility: Grounded Relating Superman's Insecurities Empathy From Fault
To learn more: Factfulness | Hans Rosling Why You Should Make Useless Things | Simone Giertz How We Became Self Obsessed | David McRaney Humanity's Deepest, Darkest Fear | SciShow Psych Voltaire In His Letters | François-Marie Arouet Thoughts on Various Subjects | Alexander Pope Mindset | Carol Dweck Carol Dweck: "The Growth Mindset" | Talks at Google Carol Dweck on Perfectionism | School of Life Developing a Growth Mindset | Stanford Alumni The Power of Believing You Can Improve | TED Help Every Child Develop Full Potential | The RSA The Gardener & The Carpenter | Alison Gopnik What Developmental Science Tells Us | Rotman Institute Alison Gopnik: "The Gardener & The Carpenter" | Talks at Google
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freeyourmind
[Previously recorded April 20 & May 11, 2018] Viewpoint Diversity gets you closer to the truth, makes you more persuasive, and fosters your growth. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Assimilation vs. Accommodation Avoiding Accommodation with Rejection or Manipulation Overcoming Cognitive Biases and Confirmation Bias Dissent in Myth and Neuroscience Foundations of Persuasion and Trust Domain knowledge and understanding rebuttals How to build trust Defining Courage Opportunities for Growth and Learning
To learn more: The Wisdom and/or Madness of The Crowd Jean Piaget | Wikipedia Active Information Avoidance | David McRaney The Power of Myth | Wikipedia On Liberty | John Stuart Mill Why Do We Follow The Crowd? | BBC CrowdScience The Indispensable Milton Friedman | Milton Friedman How to Build Trust | Frances Frei Everyone Is Different | Lanny Sherwin
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freeyourmind
[Previously recorded July 15, 2016 and unaired episode] Who returned the checks? Viewing Wallace Keefe's protest as abstract art. Insight into Bruce's blindness and Lex's patterns of speech and ability to exploit the efforts of others. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Conjunction Fallacy Plausible patsy prerequisites Why is Bruce and Keefe's wife also on his Superman Wall of Shame? Bruce is blind
Audience believing checks are enough are blind too
Lex talks to hear himself
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unaired #notafan
NOT AN EPISODE
Checklist Superman
Shorts Citizenship
Bendis to retcon Superman origin
Kryptonian character in Exodus template Moses and Jesus characteristics
Jobs and travel expanding your views Discussing "I Don't Have to Save You" in JL. Super speed feats and consistency in JL.
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NOT AN EPISODE See MOSAIC Brief 0 for explanation. Recorded on or before 11/30/17. Not intended for publication. The views expressed are unrefined and subject to amendment. Edited solely for length, no additions or alterations. Intro and outro music performed by The Mad Mass Revolution.
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NOT AN EPISODE See MOSAIC Brief 0 for explanation. Recorded 11/16/17. Not intended for publication. The views expressed are unrefined and subject to amendment. Edited solely for length, no additions or alterations. Intro and outro music performed by The Mad Mass Revolution.
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NOT AN EPISODE See MOSAIC Brief 0 for explanation. Recorded 11/14/17. Not intended for publication. The views expressed are unrefined and subject to amendment. Edited solely for length, no additions or alterations. Intro and outro music performed by The Mad Mass Revolution.
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NOT AN EPISODE
Explain the Experimental Format Empathy Exhaustion
Superhero Physique is to Body Image as _______ are to _______. Answer- Paragons : Altruism
Explain and intro the Rambles
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NOT A Justice League EPISODE Illuminated manuscripts as insight into things that endure. An alternative approach to characterization. Literary analysis and criticism. "Transcendent empathy lets us change the world. The kind of world these films challenge us to make. To create a world that would invite Superman with open arms, hearts, and minds. Through a hard look at ourselves as we are now... and actively taking up the responsibility to change." Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Introduction (0:00)
Disclaimer Not Didactic Not Idolatry Religious Influence Introduction to Man of Steel artbook
II. Illumination (9:16)
Illuminated manuscripts The first books, the first comic books Reading a graphic novel versus watching a film Compared to these films:
Focus on Illumination not text Focus on specificity Value without adherence
III. Literary Analysis (42:44)
Four prevailing modes:
Text Authorial Intent Context Response
Slow down: Receiving a work as intended Deeper meaning from works: insight & complexity Q: Why we analyze? A: Empathy Power can reduce empathy
IV. Active Empathy (1:02:13)
Passive and Biological Empathy Biblical approach to character and narrative Exercise Active Empathy Transcendent experience of empathy vs. just adding to the continuity pile New Hollywood parable: Changing minds Resisting immediate reaction Tools to change the world:
Reflection, Responsibility, Active empathy, Challenge Reflect - Can't take Truth, Justice, & American Way for granted Truth - Responsible for what is received as truth Justice - Actively pursue justice American Way - Challenge the way things are going
V. After Show (1:50:48)
Endnotes
Indy (Indie) Nostalgic Blockbusters Minority to mainstream Robert Alter on names and parallels Aslan the Lion (not lamb), Superman the Strange Visitor (not boyscout or paragon) Worship as objectification Critical thinking instead of manipulating math by default (criticism in a rut) Wonder Woman's sword Joseph Campbell quote Duality and tension
Production
Deleted episodes Justice League Snyder Cut
Extras
I'll Be In My Trailer Incentives and creativity Music
To learn more: Illuminations: Treasures of the Middle Ages | BBC Speech Bubbles: Understanding Comics | 99pi Why Danger Signs Can't Last Forever | 99pi Why Knights Fought Snails | Vox Medieval Rabbits | Plainly Difficult Yoda in a 14th Century Manuscript? | NPR Decoding Popularity: The Truth of Success | Derek Thompson Choice, Happiness, & Tomato Sauce | Malcolm Gladwell How and Why We Read | John Green Mining Literature for Deeper Meaning | Amy Harter How To Make A Hero | Michael Stevens
Aftershow Viral Math | Presh Talwalkar Illuminated Manuscripts ("Nowhere Man") | Amy Burval Children's Songs for Peace & a Better World | Brett Dennen Mission | The MOSAIC Project
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SnyderCut
Merry Christmas! Love, Doc & Family Credits: "Work" (2017) - 0:52 Written by Jared Faber and Peter Rida Michail Performed by Peter Rida Michail (Teen Titans Go) "Teen Titans Theme" (2003/2013) - 2:12 Written and produced Andy Sturmer Remixed by Mix Master Mike Performed Puffy Amiyumi (Teen Titans Go) "Christmas Lights" (2010) - 2:31 Written and performed by Coldplay "Love is Christmas" (2011) - 6:33 Written and performed by Sara Bareilles "It's a Wonderful Life" (1940) - 9:50 Directed by Frank Capra James Stewart as George Bailey "You Will Be Found" (2015/2017) - 10:51 Written by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek Noah Galvin as Evan Kristolyn Lloyd as Alana Will Roland as Jared Performed by Broadway Cast (Dear Evan Hansen) "Burn" (2013) - 14:32 Written by Lin-Manuel Miranda Phillipa Soo as Eliza (Hamilton) "My Silver Lining" (2014) - 17:42 Written and performed by First Aid Kit The holidays can be difficult. You are not alone. For help: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline To help: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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wintersolstice #merrychristmas #happynewyear
Recorded October 8th. "Ride ain't over yet." Reaction to the Justice League Heroes Trailer. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Justice League Heroes Trailer (4:23 - 22min)
First, a world without Superman Second, rising threat Third, heroes apart Fourth, failing alone Fifth, becoming heroes Sixth, together Seventh, celebration
II. Footnotes Pt. 1 (26:45 - 25min)
Change My View Superman and the League
Cornerstone - Founder Capstone - Final
Opposite Idioms
Love of Wisdom Philosophers Fight
"God is Dead" applied to Superman Quartet of the Vulnerable Zechariah 7:9-10 (Superman)
Widow Fatherless Foreigner Poor
Micah 6:8 (Wonder Woman)
Do Justice Love Mercy Walk Humbly
Mercy Is Not Condoning Evil Nothing was ever simple
III. Footnotes Pt. 2 (52:02 - 18min)
Sexism in Superman '78
Running into Lois
Stopping Sexual Harassment in Man of Steel Reality is Complex Expectations
Engagement Ring is a milestone not culmination of a relationship Justice League is a milestone not end all, be all superhero experience All in for a multiverse of infinite stories
Hero's Journey is a Cycle, Bringing Superman Full Circle Be the Hero of Your Own Life's Journey We Can Be Heroes
To learn more: Justice League - Official Heroes Trailer | Warner Bros. Pictures Justice: What's the Right Thing To Do? | Michael Sandel Justice Course | Harvard Justice Justice: Rights and Wrongs | Nicholas Wolterstorff Out of the Darkness Walks | American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
End notes recorded October 13th and 21st Winning Arguments | Chenhao Tan Superman: The Movie (1978) | Richard Donner Heroes (cover, 2003) | Bon Jovi
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JusticeLeague
Recorded September 16th. "I'm a spy." Examining espionage and intelligence topics in these films for insights into raising Clark undercover. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Wonder Woman (3:36 - 22min)
Strategy, Operations, Tactics Scout and Spy Differences Psychopathic Spies Pragmatism vs. Idealism Adapting and Flexibility Alleyway Ambush Etta's Mission & Cold War
II. Batman v. Superman (25:55 - 26min)
Weaponize Intelligence Tools Invisibility Corrupts CIA prohibitions on cover identities Drones Government Track Record with Lois
III. Suicide Squad (52:45 - 9min)
Black Sites MICE
IV. Man of Steel (1:01:01 - 32min)
Doing Something Deliberate Wise Inaction DADA / OODA Loop Inaction Demonstrating Trust Ring of Gyges Incorruptible Undercover Overview Effect
V. Footnotes (1:33:36 - 23min)
Watchmen Melian Dialogue by Thucydides Church Steeple Trenchline Agent Talon Tries To Bait Amajagh G-LOC Lois Shows Trust Meaning over Happiness
To learn more (Abridged, will update): SpyCast | International Spy Museum Way of the Knife | Mark Mazzetti Sudden Justice | Chris Woods The Ostrich Effect | Hidden Brain The Science of Invisibility | Part Time Genius
End notes recorded September 30th Thucydides: Melian Dialogue | Rugged Pyrrhus Secret Agent Man | Johnny Rivers cover
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NYCC #JusticeLeague
Recorded August 3rd. "The magical thinking of orphan boys." Batman the magician. [I finally get to do an episode about Batman, so it's long.]
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Magic and Batman Tradition (25min)
Houdini the superman Zatara in Acton Comics No. 1 Stage Act similarity Perfection of Self Working Definition of Magic
Artful Performance Of the Impossible
Trained by Giovanni Zatara Batman's performance
II. Magic of Movie Making (8min)
Georges Méliès Robert Houdan Larry Fong on the illusion of movies Terrio, Nolan, Fong Fong Super 8 Featurette The Wizard
III. This Batman is a Magician (12min)
Beautiful Lie Mozart of Deception Lies and Child Development Theory of Mind and Self Control Orphan Boys and Magical Thinking Many Magic Tricks of This Batman Impossibility of Magic and Logic It was always a trick Disappearing in Belle Reeve First and Last Batman scenes Lex's Magical Props
IV. Spellbound (40min)
Mind the Gap Load Up Write the Script Control the Frame Design Free Choice Employ the Familiar Conjure an Out
V. Force (20min)
Magic Words: Luck, Fake, Watching, Force Two Meanings of Force Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst Accept the World or Force It... Recognize or Save It Free Will and Force, Martha Batman Transformed and Self-Deprecating The Silent Accusation Superman returns
VI. End Notes (15min)
Miscellaneous
To learn more: Beyond Magic | David Blaine It's A Trap! | Justice League Action Houdini, Tarzan, and the Perfect Man | John Kasson Secret Life of Houdini | Kalush & Sloman What is the Art of Magic? | Lawrence Hass Blaine: How I Held My Breath for 17 Minutes | TED Super 8: Abrams on Big Lessons of Small Budgets | Hero Complex Spellbound | David Kwong The Carbonaro Effect | Michael Carbonaro AOM #306: Magic Teaches Success | David Kwong Blaine Shocks Jimmy & The Roots | Tonight Show Mentalist Lior Suchard Bends Alice Eve's Mind | Late Late Show The Grift | Maria Konnikova Ep. 65 - David Berglas | The Magicians' Podcast Petter Johansson - Decision and Choice Making | Media Evo Math Magic | VSauce Mind-Boggling Card Trick | standupmaths Oil and Water | STEMMathsMagic Black Box | RadioLab TED Talks on Magic | TED
End notes recorded August 8th Beyond Magic with DMC | NatGeoUK Death Trap | Harris & DeLisle Who's The (Bat)Man | Patrick Stump
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Less than 100 days 'til #JusticeLeague
Recorded July 22nd. "We don't have anymore time." Really rushed reactions on the 4-minutes of Justice League footage from San Diego Comic-Con 2017 Exclusive Trailer / Sneak Peek. To learn more: Old Bailey The Shard Tower Bridge Greco-Roman Polychromatic Art Chernobyl Gal Gadot on Superman in Justice League Geoff Johns on DC Films slate Jurassic Park Iconic Water Effect
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allin #justiceleague #WBSDCC #SDCC2017 #I❤️ZS
Recorded June 9th. "Worth cherishing in every way." Reacting to Wonder Woman and answering some in-story questions. [Regarding this episode... "Eh, it's not for everyone."]
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Logos (22min)
What if a child...? Cherishing in every way Mythos and Logos Ethos, Logos, and Pathos Accessibility Jenkins's Emotional Lens
II. Bedtime Story (6min)
Confounding Clouds Diana's Bedtime Story Framework
III. Questions (70min)
How old is Diana? Can Diana return to Themyscira? Why didn't they tell Diana the truth? Why didn't they go with Diana? Did she want to leave earlier? When did Diana develop powers? Why did Ares reveal himself? How does the lasso work? How did Ares defeat the Olympians? Why didn't Ares destroy mankind sooner? What does Ares want? What is love? Is Ares the source of mankind's corruption? Does seeing Ares change Diana's belief? Does Diana love Ares? Why kill him? Why doesn't Diana reveal herself after World War I? Did Diana walk away from mankind? What did Diana do for 100 years? What moves Diana to act? Why does Diana fight Doomsday? Why doesn't she have the same powers in that fight? Why does Diana finally go public?
IV. End Notes (35min)
Is Ares dead? Why doesn't Steve do something different with the plane?
To learn more: Wonder Woman: The Art and Making of | Sharon Gosling Wonder Woman Novelization | Nancy Holder From Poly to Mono, Mythos to Logos | Evan Puschak 103 Desirability Bias | You Are Not So Smart Five Ages of Man | Wikipedia 8 Types of Love Ancient Greeks | Mateo Sol Color Wheel Theory of Love | Wikipedia Reality Part One | Invisibilia Treehouse of Horror X | The Simpsons 772 Small Change | Planet Money How to Use Rhetoric | Camille Langston Strike Me Down | Return of the Jedi (1983) True From A Certain Point of View | Robot Chicken A Better Way To Talk About Love | Mandy Len Catron Constitutional Peasants | Monty Python The Princess Bride | Rob Reiner
End notes recorded June 23rd Canterbury Tales | pronuntiatio Fæder Ure | Hrothgar Simonus The Wisdom Series | Bible Project Raise Brave Girls, Encourage Adventure | Caroline Paul Teach Girls Bravery, Not Perfection | Reshma Saujani Professor Robert Sapolsky on Altruism | Big Think Philosophy of Stoicism | TED Ed Why I Broke Up With The Little Mermaid | Jesse Eisenberg Storybook Love Cover | 24getful1
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144 days 'til #JusticeLeague
Recorded May 13th. Fantasy, faith, magic, & myth. J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, The Great War, and Wonder Woman. Middle Earth, Narnia, creating compelling fantasy, approaches to criticism, and overcoming disillusionment. 60 Year Old Spoiler Warning: Ending of The Lord of the Rings and portions of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. [Note: Not really a Wonder Woman episode, a companion to the last episode. Next few episodes are more DC, less literary history.] Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. J.R.R. Tolkien (Life)
Orphan, Catholic, genius Popular, rugby captain, acting Languages, artist, marriage World War I, Battle of the Somme Philology Beowulf scholarship "On Fairy Stories"
II. Secondary World (Depth)
References condense information Recall a dragon or a Robin, no citation References are inherent and ubiquitous Broken references organic and immersive Irony, Immersion, or Identification Tolkien reverse engineering patina of myth Tolkien's perfectionism Superman as myth DC Films epic depth in world-building
III. Outcasts Bond Over Obscure Interests (Friends)
Tolkien meets Lewis Siegel meets Shuster Lewis encourages Tolkien's writings Lewis's life, atheism, studies, service Connection, fellowship, encouragement The Inklings
IV. Approach to Criticism (Reaction)
Critical response to The Lord of the Rings Stigma of fantasy and superheroes Creating stories with conscious purpose Wonder Woman as psychological propaganda Academic intellectual dishonesty "An Experiment on Criticism" Surrender, reading well, repeat readings
V. Disillusionment (Lies)
Tolkien & Lewis are counter-cultural and subversive Unrealistic optimism at start of the war H.G. Wells: "The War That Will End War" Ways Wonder Woman could be disillusioned Disillusionment after World War I Fantasy as recapturing immaterial wonder Good, evil, and corruption in fantasy Eucatastrophe, Frodo fails, divine grace Corruption in these DC films Reality and realism as cure Fantasy to represent magic of the familiar Tolkien & Lewis believe in heroism
VI. Resonance (Truth)
Tolkien & Lewis differences didn't divide Tolkien & Lewis didn't discriminate against works Openness to Wonder Woman, picking at differences Looking for truth and resonance over heresy and imperfection Seeing unappreciated value, Planet Narnia Imagination and emotions before intellect and allegory Watchful Dragons Applied to the Wonder Woman mythos
Secrets, Truth, Beauty, Subversion, War, Myth, Wonder
To learn more: Myths and Legends Podcast | Jason Weiser What is Myth? | Crash Course Mythology Beowulf: The Monsters and the Critics | J.R.R. Tolkien On Fairy-Stories | J.R.R. Tolkien Battle of the Somme | Wikipedia David S. Goyer Talks Man of Steel | Collider A Film Portrait of JJR Tolkien (1996) | Landseer Tolkien and the Great War | John Garth An Experiment in Criticism | C.S. Lewis A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War | Joseph Loconte The Secret History of Wonder Woman | Jill Lepore Walter Hooper: Life of C.S. Lewis | Socrates Society Planet Narnia | Michael Ward The Narnia Code | BBC The Narnia Code | Michael Ward Ursala K. Le Guin on Tolkien | Talk of the Nation Superheroes Decoded | History End notes recorded May 16th The Bridge of Khazad Dum | Howard Shore Wonder Woman | The Bombsters
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WonderWoman
Recorded March 13th and 20th. First contact, ship detection and landing, Zod's ultimatum, The War of the Worlds, and The Wizard of Oz. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. First Contact
As an intended approach Guidelines for what counts Prior in-story contacts Detecting Kal's vessel and landing Military response and suppression Ultimatum questions "Are we alone in the universe?" Winston Churchill
II. War of the Worlds - The Book
H.G. Wells and Jules Verne Man versus the mechanized future Superman terraforming Earth Superman's arc enabling The League Man as animal Panic and fragility Human heroes overcoming instinct
III. War of the Worlds - The Broadcast
1938 Orson Welles broadcast Halloween public panic Press exaggerated story Fake news, virality, and creative control Real public panics Humbling humanity Myopia and normalizing the extraordinary
IV. First Impressions
Lois Lane and handshakes Pete picking up the tab Definitions, Apologetics, and "Yucatan" Selling Superman Judgment, taste, and capacity Clark is more able than we see Superman is more human than we know
V. Wizard of Oz
Similarities to Superman and BvS Hero's Journey and circular story Flexible and open to interpretation Explicit Oz references As an allegory for populism
VI. Application Academic scholarship Fandom good for empathy Superheroes inspire altruism Science fiction, escapism, and reality
To learn more: The War of the Worlds 1938 broadcast | Orson Welles American Experience: War of the Worlds | PBS War of the Worlds | RadioLab Big Picture Science | SETI Institute Churchill Ordered UFO Cover-Up | BBC Churchill Essay on Aliens | NY Times Should Humans Try To Contact Alien Civilizations? | Motherboard Don't Panic | WNYC How the Panic Broadcast Really Went Down | Michigan Radio American Icons: Wizard of Oz | Studio 360 The Wizard of Oz | TED Ed Everything is Amazing and Nobody is Happy | Louis C.K. God, The Universe and Everything Else (1988) | BBC Does Smiling Make You Happier? | HowStuffWorks Power Poses Work - Amy Cuddy | TED Power Poses Are False (replication crisis) | Fortune Are Fandoms Good or Unhealthy? | SciShow Psych How Harry Potter Turns You Into A Wizard | SciShow Psych Always take social science studies with a grain of salt.
End-notes (recorded on March 23rd): Superman: War of the Worlds (2000, Elseworlds) | Lark Planet of Oz | SuperFriends Warner Bros. v. AVELA | 8th Circuit H.G. Wells meets Orson Welles (1940) | KTSA Superman Meets Orson Welles (1950) | Superman #62 Somewhere Over The Rainbow A Wonderful World | Kamakawiwoʻole Go The Distance Defying Gravity | Kick Full
Justice League Universe Podcast: Interview with Clay Enos - Appreciating intention and interpretation Batman v. Superman Anniversary Special - Value fans get from BvS
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Unite.
Recorded January 27th. "I don't know how to lose." Sports and football in these films and how it informs Clark's character. Issues with Lex's endgame and how it reflects his psychology. Learning how to lose. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
I. Sports Sports as a part of culture Is Clark a sports fan? The cliché versus the evidence Qualifications of a sports writer Priorities over fandom, diversions, and leisure How does Clark view sports given his abilities? Is Zack Snyder a sports fan? What was the Metropolis State vs. Gotham City fight about? The Quarterback Kneel controversy What does that controversy illustrate?
II. Lex's Endgame Was Lex just a fanatic in the end? Lex's doomsday perspective and plan Why the Doomsday plan has holes Lex putting his life at risk to Superman, military response, and Doomsday Why Lex uses his blood to create Doomsday Why Lex doesn't try to get away with his endgame The Origin of Lex Luthor Lex has hope in his last scene
III. Losing Illustrating a few principles
For anyone trying, failure is inevitable not identity Embrace iteration instead of a God Complex Review your endgame and have others check it Persistence and resilience
Expect setbacks, embrace the journey with patience, anticipate tomorrow hopefully UCLA Coach John Wooden
Examples of Superman lacking omniscience:
Lois can't get information to him in time Lois can't find him after the bombing Lois can't summon him at will in Nairomi Lois can hide the bullet from him Lois doesn't whisper under her breath behind the barricade Lois doesn't call out for him on the helipad Lois is surprised that he catches her Lois explicitly says he couldn't see the bomb Lois uncovers the plot he didn't know Martha doesn't cry for him while kidnapped Martha doesn't scream for him in the warehouse Lex knows he can kidnap Lois & Martha Lex knows he can keep them from Superman's senses Batman relies on the element of surprise in his attacks Clark learns of the hearings from Lois Clark learns of Kahina and Keefe from the news Clark learns of the factory fire from the news Clark learns of the Batman's brutality from the news Clark learns what the talking heads are saying from the news Superman demands to know "Where is she?"
To learn more: Sports Fan Polling | Gallup How Obsessive are Sports Fans | CBS An Egghead's Guide to the Super Bowl | Freakonomics Nerds & Jocks Think They're The Underdog | CollegeHumor Sportsmanship: What's Expected In Football | NPR Cam is Superman, Snyder Interview | AOL Ruby-Spears Superman | CBS The Power and the Glory | NFL Films Wicked problem | Wikipedia John Wooden | Wikipedia Such A Loser | Garfunkel & Oates
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Another three-parter released as one episode. Enjoy Super Bowl Sunday.
Recorded October 8 and 21. The breath powers: history, science, and creative implications. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
History: Is super breath its own power? First instances of super breath in the comics First instance of cold breath in the comics Adoption in adaptations
Science: How breathing works
Basics Applying strength World record techniques
Does super breath implicate cold breath necessarily?
Extinguishing fire
Fire triangle / tetrahedron Vapor as fuel
Cooling hot stuff
Thermodynamics Cold is not a property
Blowing on your hand
Unreliable sensation Alternative explanation
Gas cooling catch-all
Mathematical limitations Absolute Zero Absolute Hot Freezing air Gas heat transfer
Creative: Magical Thinking Story reasons for the power Story reasons against the power Is it okay to question stories? Investing in reality for stories Truth catching up to fiction Science in fiction Teachable attitudes and interactions Magic and fantasy another time
…and much more!
Sources: Science of Superman (2006) | Warner Home Video Nonexistent Objects Imaginary Worlds- Crash Course #29 Breathe! | Glenn Wolkenfeld Great Wakkorotti | Animaniacs Brian Jackson | Stan Lee's Superhumans Circular Breathing | Wikipedia Only Vapors Burn 1947 Chemistry of Fire | US War Dept. Liquid Nitrogen Grease Fire | Cody's Lab The Physics of The Impossible (2008) | Michio Kaku First and Second Law of Thermodynamics | Flanders & Swann Why does heat transfer from hot to cold? | Fact Tap Substance of Silence | Stuff to Blow Your Mind How Entropy Powers The Earth | Minute Physics Misconceptions About Heat | Veritasium What Is One Degree? | BBC Why Is My Breath Hot? | Ask Science Absolute Zero - Absolute Awesome | SciShow What Does Liquid Nitrogen Do To Your Face | Grant Thompson The Physics of Heat- Crash Course Physics #22 How Iceman Is Actually a Bomb! | Nerdist Magical Thinking | Imaginary Worlds Supergods | Grant Morrison 26 Facts on Family | Mental Floss No. of questions kids ask daily | Duck Quacks Don't Echo Testimonials | Science & Entertainment Exchange Aesthetics- Crash Course Philosophy #31 Superman The High Flying History (2012) | Larry Tye Thermodynamics of Love (2009) | David Ng Negative Temperatures are Hot | Sixty Symbols Superman Memory Crystals | Physics World The Science of Superman (2002) | Mark Wolverton The Science of Superheroes (2002) | Gresh & Weinberg The Science of Supervillains (2005) | Gresh & Weinberg The Physics of Superheroes (2005) | James Kakalios Superhero Powers Explained | University of Leicester
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I'm aware of the no-communication theorem regarding spooky action.
Recorded August 22nd. "What are you really up to?" The premise behind Task Force X as historically plausible. Amanda Waller's sales pitch and intentions. FAQ run down. "You notice these are criminals? They're psychotic antisocial freaks. It makes no sense . . . I mean, you need real soldiers. Not these scumbags . . . What are you really up to?" Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Amazing Amanda Waller execution The Voice of God Sympathy for the Devil Weird weapons of war Project Habakkuk (ice ship) and Project X-Ray (bat bombs) David and Goliath and military innovation White House Situation Room What was pitched and what was actually bought People avoid uncertainty but actually like it Military Mafia connection Unethical human testing Why not heroes or soldiers Waller and Enchantress History of WMD management The Dirty Dozen and Filthy Thirteen Roy Benavidez
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can this Squad stop Superman? What is the purpose of the rest of the Squad? What use is Harley? Boomerang? Killer Croc? Slip Knot? What is Waller really up to? Why is Katana on the Squad? What is the Squad's purpose generally? Why aren't elite soldiers satisfactory to Waller? What is the Squad's mission specifically? Who shot down the first helicopter? Why would you send another helicopter? Why was GQ and his men on this mission? Don't they compromise the Squad's covert status? Isn't this expending soldiers for the Squad? Wouldn't two squads of soldiers be better? Why couldn't conventional soldiers win if bombs are effective? Why weren't the supernatural siblings more effective? How did Deadshot set off the C4? Why did Bruce need Waller's files? Where was The Flash? Why didn't Waller destroy the heart immediately? Why didn't Waller guard Enchantress more carefully?
To learn more: Fighting Fire With Fire | Wikipedia Project X-Ray (bat bomb) | Wikipedia Project Habakkuk (ice ship) | Wikipedia War In Heaven | Wikipedia Penal Military Units | Wikipedia The Dirty Dozen (1967) | IMDb White House Situation Room | Wikipedia Lucky Luciano's deal | Wikipedia Unethical human experimentation | Wikipedia Command & Control | Eric Schlosser Filthy Thirteen | Wikipedia MSgt. Roy Benavidez | Wikipedia
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A special first-draft since I'm away for the next month! So here's the "assembly cut" in lieu of dividing it into three polished episodes.
Recorded August 12th. "Don't worry, I still love you." Suicide Squad, love & hate, critics, demographics, and punk rock. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Suicide Squad art book the best yet Expectations first viewing Loving and not liking without contradiction Kevin Smith's commitment "Anarchic punk rock art movie" Audience demographics opening week 81% of African Americans and Hispanics gave the film a positive score 76% of audience members under age 35 gave the film a positive score Batson Rule of jury selection applied to RT Top Critics Gender demographics of critics Giving critics appropriate weight Punk rock history
Universal yearning Punk vs. Prog Rock Ayer's punk-like courage Sincerity and reality Rebellion threatens establishment Diversity Improvisation and inspiration Effort, blood, sweat, and tears Commercialization Ayer built a family Recognition over time
Gladwell on Cézanne Marjorie Lui on diversity in comics
…and much more!
Interview with David Ayer | Empire 5 Reasons Why Suicide Squad Stayed At The Box Office | Meriah Doty Suicide Squad Is The Most Diverse Superhero Cast Yet | Graphiq You Don't Own Me ft. G-Eazy | Grace Rock & Roll - Punk (1995) | PBS Episode 7: Hallelujah | Revisionist History Marjorie Liu's Monstress Pushes the Boundaries | New Yorker "Naughty" - Matilda The Musical | Tim Minchin
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I'm aware that "anarchic punk rock" is its own sub-genre within punk. :P
Segments originally recorded March 29th, April 30th, and July 19th. Heroes Park monument, memorial, and the Superman statue. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Motif of monuments, memorials, and memory throughout the film The Superman statue as political expedience A scar on the city National September 11 Memorial parallels Remember the city as it was, incorporating the city Impact of Vietnam Veterans Memorial Maya Lin's design, intention, and overcoming criticism The certainty of youth Chronological listing of names Names as a meaningful abstraction Symbols of the Wall Criticism over abstraction and ambiguity Critics can turn anything into a controversy Critics upset over the unexpected and unconventional Public grieving changed by Vietnam Veterans Memorial Accessibility of art beyond the directly connected and invested Interpretation and understanding increasing appreciation of art Benefits of wonder and awe The pose, humility, and abstraction of the statue Do heroes have to be known or perfect to get a monument? Wallace Keefe's objections to the statue Monuments versus the fluidity of history Keefe's arrest as the central statement Superman's feelings about the statue, being put on a pedestal
…and much more!
Sorry, I don't have access to Doc's notes. He'll update the show notes with links after Suicide Squad.
Time Out Shortlist Metropolis & Gotham | Dan Wallace (editor) Dawn of Justice: The Art of the Film | Peter Aperlo Maya Lin, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, 1982 | Smarthistory American Icons: The Vietnam Veterans Memorial | Studio 360 Maya Lin and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial | Rear Window Hidden Brain: Great Vacations and Awe | NPR Heroes are good - let's make statues of them | Nikolas Lloyd ISIS destroys ancient artifacts in Mosul | CBS A History of Controversial Monuments | Eveline van Rijswijk
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8/8 - Thanks to H.H. for publishing the episode and moderating the site!
Recorded July 9th, less than 12 hours after viewing. First impressions to the Ultimate Edition of Batman v. Superman (via VUDU) after one continuous play through, skimming some extras, and going back to pause at select points. Apologies in advance for the rambling sure to come! Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Overall Impressions Subtlety and symbolism of drinks as delusion Repetition, parallels, references, homage, call-backs, continuity Jimmy Olsen's death and Clark Kent's return Approaching BvS with mass resurrection in mind New rules for reality Justice League set visit excitement Recruitment reflecting negotiating with audience Realism reinvigorating comics in every era Heavy Metal magazine influence Smoother transitions Function of flamethrower in Nairomi New line says Lex Senior was a liar Perry White's tragic story arcs Colorado flood rescue dilemma Superman's public powers and limitations Lex's kinship with Doomsday Knowing lets you go dark for the coming light
…and much more ramblings!
Secret Origin clip features Ryan Reynolds, Dwayne McDuffie, Paul Levitz, Geoff Johns, Dan Didio, Denny O'Neil, Mark Waid, and Neil Gaiman.
7/22/16 Update: I figured out the logic of planning for the flamethrower. Not for the locals, the CIA, the press, for witnesses, or eliminating evidence. The burnt bodies gave Kahina the cover-story to excuse your lie in the eyes of Lois and Clark. Yes, Lex could have had Kahina lie about fire even if Anatoli didn’t burn bodies but then Lois and Clark would be on to Kahina immediately. They’d know she was lying. L&C might not be able to prove it, but it would get them investigating rather than doubting themselves. Lex ordered Anatoli to burn bodies because while L&C know Superman didn't use heat-vision, they could still believe that Kahina would come to that conclusion and testify about it.
Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice (4K Ultra HD) | Director: Zack Snyder Justice League Set Visit Recap | Collider Alexander The Great vs Ivan The Terrible | Epic Rap Battle Diana's treasure. Action 1, Detective 31, Detective 27, and Superman 1! | MOSanswers Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics (2009) | Narrator: Ryan Reynolds What Is An Existential Crisis? | The School of Life The Suicide Squadcast | Tim, Scott, and Brent Justice League Universe Podcast | Sam and Alessandro
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Our introduction to Kryptonite in Batman v. Superman, its properties and use. Getting into the science of minerals, materials, radiation, and projectiles. Why make a Kryptonite spear? Why not Kryptonite bullets, blades, or bludgeons? Something more meaningful than the gift of a Kryptonite ring. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Properties of a mineral Properties of Kryptonite Weaponizing Kryptonite Why Kryptonite glows Kryptonian bio-interactions Wisps of smoke during scalpel cut Radioactive half-life Biological half-life Ballistic penetration Lightsaber design language In praise of production design Pathology of Kryptonite gas Entrusting Kryptonite How to give hope
…and a bonus round of random topics:
What altitude did Superman? Super-speed stories Bringing Clark back DC Rebirth Allegory Allergy
Note: Lightsaber design language, form follows function, and spearhead geometry | Various
Minerals and Blades Botryoidal mineral texture | Wiki BvS Spoiler Special with Zack Snyder | Empire Podcast Stone Blade Surgery | PBS Obsidian Surgery Scalpels | CNN Glass Knife | Wiki Diamond Knife | Wiki Diamond LaserKnife | ASDS
Radiation The Batman Superman Movie | WB Animation Silver Bullet | Wiki Radioactivity: Expect the unexpected - Steve Weatherall | TED-Ed Is radiation dangerous? - Matt Anticole | TED-Ed How does radiation sickness work? | BrainStuff The Radium Girls | SciShow
Bullets Army Special Forces: "Silent Warriors" (1961) | US Army Modern Crossbow vs. Modern Body Armor | twangNbang Momentum, Kinetic Energy, & Arrow Penetration | Dr. Ashby Tungsten: The perfect metal for bullets | BBC Firewalking | Wiki Discoveries from the Inside - Designing the Lightsaber | Star Wars Return of the Jedi Fake Script Story| Howard Kazanjian FN SCAR® Mk 13 EGLM | FN Alpha Particle | Wiki
Extras Everything is a Remix: The Force Awakens | Kirby Ferguson Justice League: The New Frontier | Darwyn Cooke Radioactive (Cover) - Happy Sad Songs | Gregory Brothers
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Remember #memorialday
A sentimental essay and subjective exploration of Clark's character arc and the birth of the superhero. Briefly revisiting Man of Steel to find a beautiful truth in Batman v. Superman we can all apply. Understanding and empathizing with Clark's burden beyond just bearing the weight of criticism. Refusing to take Superman the symbol for granted. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
A beautiful lie, the ugly truth, an ugly lie, a beautiful truth The beautiful truth beheld by Martha and Jonathan Jonathan always dreamed of the Superman What is the Superman? = What is the superhero? Erring on psychology rather than unerring icon Not taking "good is a conversation" for granted How dialogue (lines) sacrifices dialogue (conversation) Lois possibly picking the Superman over Clark Clark feeds, Darkseid hungers, Superman teaches all to feed themselves Clark counting the cost of the Superman, an uncertain symbol, with Martha Batman is not a superhero until Superman shows him Not a misunderstanding of Superman, pursuing an understanding of Superman Clark's consistent characterization on the hotel balcony Paradox of hope and protection challenges Clark's faith Showing how Clark works out his values, ethics, and morals Twice Lois says, "You came back." Lex knows he seeks to spread a lie Superman is one... Superman dies... the superhero is born Death protects Superman while expanding the superhero for his return The Justice League works out the logistics and expands the definition Superman was inspired by us You are not alone
…and more.
How deterrence is changing, explained by Defense Secretary Ash Carter | Vox The Irony of Cheese | Zack Snyder Zack Snyder Loves Superman and BvS Proves It | Mark Hughes BvS: How I surprised myself and fell in love with this film | Brett Culp Look to the Sky (2016) #SupermanIsReal | The Rising Heroes Project Superhero Psychology | Huffington Post
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Lex wasn't just manic and unhinged, but a calculating criminal mastermind. Understanding and walking through Lex's motives and machinations. But first, two critical approaches: fault-finding vs. seeking. Superman's status quo in-story and Superman cinematic strategy. Then was BvS joyless? A quick joke list. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Michelangelo's Pietà - critical approach Tuna fish, sashimi, tuna melt, nigiri, California roll - expectations and taste Superman is honored and loved before BvS - status quo How does BvS position Superman for JL? What Lex knew and when How Lex knows their secret identities How metahumans change Lex's plan Why Lex doesn't just kill Superman What was Lex trying to accomplish in Africa Why Lex isn't worried about being traced Why the evidence was suppressed Superman didn't kill the General rescuing Lois Why ask for an import license if smuggling it How Senator Finch pushes Lex's buttons How Bruce is "blind as a bat" in the light Lex intended for Bruce to steal the files Why Lex has a meltdown during his speech How Lex fools Finch, Bruce, Mercy, Keefe, & Clark Why Batman and Superman weren't in Lex's files Why Bruce doesn't suspect conspiracy with Keefe Why it takes Lois to trace Keefe to Lex Why Lex bombing the Senate hearing is brilliant Why Lex didn't enter the Ship after the fingerprints Why Lex did enter the Scout Ship after the bombing How Lex transcends into a supervillain Why they didn't let Superman speak How the Scout Ship changes Lex's priorities and plan Why Batman is Lex's Dark Knight Why Lex unleashes Doomsday What was the plan before Doomsday?
…and more.
Michelangelo's Pietà - An Analysis | Spencer's Painting of The Week The Problem of Evil | Wikipedia Existential Crisis | Wikipedia Pontius Pilate | Wikipedia Prometheus | Wikipedia Let Them Eat Cake | Wikipedia My Ears Are Cold | The Sonic Wombat
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RenewYoungJustice
An inspection of Batman through the lens of Superman and their historic impact and influence upon each other. Batman's commercial origins and influences, historic popularity and comparisons, The Dark Knight Returns, and modern media movies, TV, and videogames. Clips featuring: Henry Cavill, Jim Steranko, Mark Waid, Denny O'Neil, Kevin Smith, Paul Levitz, Jerry Robinson, Neal Adams, Grant Morrison, Mike Carlin, Bruce Timm, Charles Roven, Len Wein, Frank Miller, Neil Gaiman, Geoff Johns, J. Michael Straczynski, Todd MacFarlane, Zack Snyder, Christopher Nolan, Kevin Conroy, Jay Oliva, and more! Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Batman's influences other than The Shadow Views of machines, technology, and industry Mythological and Homeric parallels Popularity polls and Ebert's review Batman as an avatar for anger Views on civilization and mankind Bat-Fan openness to interpretation Batman exemplar of effort - Superman gift of grace One bad day
…and more.
Henry Cavill Asks Kids: Batman or Superman? | Omaze Jesse Eisenberg Asks Comic Fans: Batman or Superman? | Omaze Win The Ultimate Batman v. Superman Experience | Omaze Supergods: What Masked Vigilantes... | Grant Morrison Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked | History Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle | PBS Superheroes!: Capes, Cowls, and... | Maslon & Kantor Superman: The High Flying History... | Larry Tye Our Gods Wear Spandex | Chris Knowles Batman Tech | History Batman Unmasked: The Psychology of... | History Batkid Begins | Dana Nachman Interview with Jay Oliva | Hall of Justice Batman: Bad Blood | WB Animation The Dark Knight Returns | Frank Miller The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe | WB Animation Batman The Animated Series | Warner Home Video Batman Brave and The Bold | WB Animation Batman Beware The Bat | WB Animation Batman (1989) | Tim Burton Batman The Complete Series (1966) | Adam West The Killing Joke Radio Drama | School of Movies The Killing Joke | Alan Moore Exclusive Interview with Zack Snyder | Turkish Airline The New Batman / Superman Adventures Theme | Shirley Walker
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Happy Birthday Superman! Happy 30th Anniversary TDKR BvS tickets on sale now!
RenewYoungJustice
Two short fables (an Aesop fable The Bat and the Weasels and the Chinese proverb The Old Man of The Frontier Loses His Horse) and an original Elseworlds idea Man of Steel: Lost Horse. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
What if Clark tried to save Jonathan from the tornado? How would the world react? How would the government respond? What happens to Clark? Does Zod still come to Earth?
…and more.
Cross Fire: An Original Companion Novel | Michael Kogge The Bat and The Weasels | Aesop The Old Man of the Frontier Loses His Horse | Learn Chinese Now The Story of the Chinese Farmer | Sustainable Human Superheroes: A Never-Ending Battle | PBS Superheroes!: Capes, Cowls, and the Creation of Comic Book Culture | Maslon & Kantor
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Fast impressions and reactions to the Batman v. Superman Final Trailer and the Turkish Airlines Metropolis and Gotham TV Spots. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Alfred as Batman's partner Batman pushing edge of reality Directing Bruce Wayne Canonicity of promotional materials Catching Superman on camera
…and more.
Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice - Final Trailer | Warner Bros. Pictures Fly to Gotham City with Turkish Airlines! | Turkish Airlines Fly to Metropolis with Turkish Airlines! | Turkish Airlines Metropolis City Guide | Turkish Airlines Gotham City Guide | Turkish Airlines Partnership “Flight” into the World of Batman v Superman | Turkish Airlines Kill Bill: Volume 1 Track 9 | Tomoyasu Hotei
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Enjoy the long weekend!
A rubric of four factors for engaging fictional choices, looking at the March issue of Empire magazine, the five chapters of the Dr. Pepper promotional comic, two Zack Snyder interviews, and more. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Exchange, Stakes, Context, and Preference (ESCaPe) Who came first: Darkseid or Thanos? Batman as the Bad Guy Naughty Wonder Woman? Are promo comics canonical? Batman's relationship to Gotham PD Superman's impact on geopolitics
…and more.
March 2016 Batman v. Superman Exclusive | Empire "From the World of Batman v. Superman" promo comic | Dr. Pepper The Hall of Justice Podcast #28 Zack Snyder | Seth Everett Zack Snyder on 02/04/2016 | Opie with Jim Norton
$5 Fandago Credit with proofs of purchase | Dr. Pepper Batman v. Superman Collectible Cans | Dr. Pepper Justice League Unlimited | Warner Home Video Justice League: Doom | Warner Home Video All Star Superman | Warner Home Video Wonder Woman | Warner Home Video Sid Meier on Interesting Decisions | Gamasutra Comic Book Artist magazine | Wikipedia Batman v Superman To Get Day-And-Date China Release | Variety History of Ideas - Failure | School of Life Season 5 Episode 14: The Ring | Last Man Standing
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Happy Lunar New Year! - Version 2.0
Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Films presents: Dawn of the Justice League on the CW. Analyzing DC's strategy, rebranding as DC Films and the Justice League Universe, new Batman v. Superman footage, first look at Wonder Woman, and breaking down the first official Suicide Squad trailer set to Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Bridging the gap from Man of Steel to the Justice League DC Films and the Justice League Universe Superman and Batman from conflict to comrades Wonder Woman and the pedigree of epicness The influence of rock on Suicide Squad Suicide Squad trailer breakdown
…and more.
DC Films Presents: The Dawn of the Justice League | CW Suicide Squad Official Trailer 1 | WB Pictures Suicide Squad Official Trailer 1 - High Bitrate | 3GB warning!
Charles Roven Talks Character Balance | Collider Queen: The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody | BBC Debbie Harry and Harley Quinn Comparison | DCCU David Bowie & Grant Morrison's Joker | ComicBuzz Neil Gaiman Writes a Final ‘Love Letter to Batman’ | Wired Urban Search and Rescue - X-Code | Wiki De gustibus non est disputandum | Wiki Under Pressure | Queen and David Bowie
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Stay warm!
Reaction to the first two Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice television spots.
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Humor in TV spots Kevin Smith on the CW special Spoiler definition and policy Riding the wave into BvS Marketing Audience and family react to BvS during TFA Lex Luthor sponsored content Mad scientists and Tesla David Goyer on fatherhood and Man of Steel Joseph Campbell quote in Superman's costume
…and more.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - TV Spot 1 | WB Pictures Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - TV Spot 2 | WB Pictures The Suicide Squadcast | Tim & Scott Variations on Shylock by David Suchet & Patrick Stewart | Matt Bracksieck FAT MAN ON BATMAN 009 | Kevin Smith The Lowdown interviews Zack Snyder | Obsev Anne Hathaway's Batman advice to Jesse Eisenberg | Total Film Nikola Tesla: Strange Genius American Icons: Superman | Studio 360 The Writers Panel #238: David Goyer | Nerdist Michael Wilkinson at CCXP 2015 | Omelete Building Better Cities - TED Radio Hour | NPR The Power of Myth | Joseph Campbell Skullcrusher Mountain | Jonathan Coulton
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A breakdown and analysis of the Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice Trailer 2.
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Viewing this as a villain trailer Unpacking Superman and Batman's views The merits and faults of each hero's position Lex Luthor's performance Deferring to military expertise on the battlefield Defending Doomsday Setting expectations Analyzing the sneak peek
…and more.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - Trailer 2 | 3.4 GB warning! Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice - Official Trailer 2 | WB Pictures Batman v Superman - Exclusive Sneak | WB Pictures Batman v Superman Trailer Introduced by Ben Affleck | GMA
Blitz Spirit: Britons Who Refused Shelter | BBC History Turns Out Spoilers Are Good For You | NPR Pluto, Pixels, & The Psychology of Spoilers | Verge ESP DC Graphic Novel and DCU MFV Uber Collection | Warner Home Teen Titans Go! - Two Parter: Part Two | Amazon Video
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A shorter holiday episode. Being thankful, grateful, and appreciative. Diving into the mailbag. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
UFC 193: Rousey vs. Holm Lois's hair color Superman's character arc in BvS Will Superman be a moral ideal in BvS? Does the title Batman v. Superman denigrate the heroes? Seeing the Fortress of Solitude again PG-13 Rating for Suicide Squad Magic's effect on tone and realism Maintaining suspense for nonlinear stories and period pieces Steve Trevor in modern day Setting Wonder Woman during The Great War
...and more!
How to make a smart TV ad | Freakonomics Dana White & Tony Hinchcliffe | Joe Rogan How can you drive across Antarctica | BrainStuff How to create suspense | Freakonomics Cosmic Queries Science Fiction | Star Talk Radio Justice League Unlimited Complete Series Blu-Ray | Warner Archive Juvenoia | VSauce The Professor in the Cage | Jonathan Gottschall Producer Charles Roven Reveals the DC Brain Trust | Collider What's the Meaning of Life | Where There's Smoke
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How can Jor-El fight or beat Zod? How could Clark fight and win? We look at Kryptonian culture in the first five minutes of the film for some answers and challenge the assumptions raised by these questions. Insight into Zod's character and Clark's perseverance. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Martial arts driven by genre and tropes Having genre literacy before criticizing What we learn in just the first 5 minutes The many martial trappings of Krypton Jor-El and Zod were friends Jor-El proves he can fight Krypton relies on projectile weaponry Feudal and warrior culture influence on Man of Steel Are scientists and warriors are mutually exclusive on Krypton? Jor-El as Kryptonian nobility Would Zod have different training than Jor-El The folly of Kryptonian society How does Kal-El know how to fight? How Zod's training contains disadvantages How the final fight inspires Speculating on Batman and Wonder Woman's fighting styles
...and more!
Torquasm-Vo | wikia Torquasm-Rao, Klurkor, and Horu-Karu | io9 The Professor in the Cage | Jonathan Gottschall Why Men Fight | RadioWest The Brain: The Story of You | David Eagleman The Brain with David Eagleman | PBS Man of Steel Blu-Ray Release Q&A | Yahoo Movies Jesse Eisenberg on Diane Rehm Show | Scott Brooks Snyder at Bob Kane Walk of Fame Ceremony | Variety Nerdist Podcast: David Goyer | Nerdist Producer Charles Roven Reveals the DC Brain Trust | Collider Kelly McGonigal: How to make stress your friend | TED Free Throws | Surprisingly Awesome
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Creative choices. The tornado scene intended a "cave of questions" to organically shape Clark's character, rather than 12-years in an actual literal cave. Exploring why the alternatives of Jonathan living, saving a child, or dying of natural causes frustrate this intention. How to find themes and how this scene fits-into and supports those themes. "If you wanted and expected sameness, perfection, tradition, and safety... why in the world would you ever invite an alien immigrant into your life? The alien immigrant represents something new, different, foreign, and challenging."
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Jonathan dying a hero or in a clearly unavoidable way issues What the tornado teaches Clark better than the heart-attack Nonlinear telling softens tragedy and sets the stakes for following acts Interpretation beyond creator intent The pain of birth is worth the potential Organic is better than engineered How the film shows multiple facets to every profession Defying film formulas to set stakes Japanese art of Kintsugi and its philosophy How Superman and Batman approach brokenness differently Remembering brokenness and restoration in religion Should Superman be more unbreakable than Jesus? The climate of angst that gave rise to Superman How an immigrant hero in 1938 causes cognitive dissonance Superman's heritage of controversy and questions Kintsugi applied to the tornado scene and Batman v. Superman
...and more!
A Thesis on Man of Steel | Reel Analysis Bring On The Learning Revolution - Ken Robinson | TED Introduction to Kintsugi | Unknown Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Damage | Nerdwriter1 Why Superman Will Never Be Cool | Cracked Cognitive Dissonance | Wikipedia Commentary! "Heart Broken" LIVE | This American Life Dr. Horrible Commentary! "Heart Broken" | Joss Whedon
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Judgment. How emergency decision-making works; Judging those decisions with justice, fairness, and reason. Compassion, empathy, grace, understanding, open-mindedness, and the willingness & imagination to entertain other perspectives definitely helps... but we systematically analyze the unconscious processes that account for fast, intuitive decisions with science and real-life examples. Primarily a diegetic analysis, we use seven questions as our framework:
Why didn't Martha let Hank out? Why did they go for the overpass? Why go back for Hank? Why didn't Jonathan send Clark? Why didn't Clark act? Why did Jonathan hold up his hand? Why did Clark abide by that?
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
The wisdom of knowing that you don't know and uncertainty The Dunning-Kruger Effect and the Impostor Effect Cognitive biases like hindsight bias, anchoring effect, priming, risk aversion, etc. Deliberate and elemental analysis for fair judgments Reasonable Person Standard with the same knowledge, experience, and circumstances Why don't we use a perfect person or optimal behavior standard? The Emergency Doctrine The Myth of Overpass Safety in 1997 Neuroscience behind why we love our dogs The tragic tale of Tubby and the Tacoma Narrows Bridge Flaws with incomplete utilitarian analysis Hesitation with moral dilemmas regardless of the math Clark as an unemancipated 17-year-old minor
...and more!
Science & Psychology of Fast Intuitive Decision-Making, Cognitive Bias: Thinking, Fast and Slow | Daniel Kahneman How You Really Make Decisions | BBC Horizon Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking | Malcolm Gladwell Misbehaving: The Making of Behavioral Economics | Richard Thaler
Links: Can You Solve This? 2, 4, 8 | Veritasium The Dunning Kruger Effect | Wikipedia Killing Babies, Saving The World | RadioLab Cognition: How Your Mind Can Amaze & Betray You | Crash Course Highway Overpasses as Tornado Shelters | National Weather Service Oklahoma's Deadliest Tornadoes | PBS Nova The Power of Myth | Joseph Campbell Galloping Gertie | 99% Invisible Cognitive Bias Song | Brad Wray
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A road map for breaking down the tornado scene, the dialogue in the station wagon, the implications of "safe", remarkable parenting, priming and its effects on the present, and a terrible-not-even-close Mark Waid impression. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Getting your facts straight before judging Why safe is good Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Why Clark's limits weren't tested Assuming Superman's invulnerability Keeping Clark safe from what? Jonathan's forgiveness What if there was no tornado? What is priming? Ulysses Contract
...and more!
Superman Kryptonite | Darwyn Cooke & Tim Sale Killing Babies, Saving The World | RadioLab
Priming | YouTube
The Inquiry | BBC Confidence Driven Decisions - Peter Atwater | TED You v. You | RadioLab
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Sonic booms and other collateral effects of flying at super-speed, showing Lois's investigative skills in the search for her rescuer, the cemetery scene, an analysis of the structure of the first act, and the psychology of selflessness and killing.
Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Larry Niven's critique of Superman John Hodgeman and Neil Tyson on nostalgia Beneficial collateral effects and power evolution How Lois tracks Clark and shows skill How long the investigation would have taken How and why Clark tracks Lois to the cemetery How the first act reaches a new status quo How the first act structure reinforces the theme of identity Why heroes don't necessarily need origins Why film can be silent on psychology but not comic conceits Revisiting themes from 1988
...and more!
Science Vs. | Wendy Zuckerman If superpowers were real: Super Speed - Joy Lin | TED Ed What if Quicksilver Ran Past You? | VSauce3 The sonic boom problem - Katerina Kaouri | TED Ed Flying Fast, Flying Quiet | NASA Black Box | RadioLab The Adventures of Superman | BBC Are all Hotels the Same place | Idea Channel Tips from Bob Woodward on Investigative Journalism | Washington Post A Psychoanalysis of Clark Kent | Emory University What makes a superhero? - Stan Lee | TEDxGateway '13 I Need A Hero | RadioLab Soldiers of Conscience - POV | PBS Superman on Trial | BBC New Stu | RadioLab
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Overview and character analysis of the Suicide Squad Comic-Con Trailer, then a listener mailbag. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Character shots and line metrics Diablo as a canvas Flagg's longer hair Cara Delevingne Joker and Waller The appeal of villains Can Batman forgive? Kingdom Come Affleck and Johns writing Batman
...and more.
Suicide Squad Comic-Con Trailer | 232 MB warning! Internet Response to Suicide Squad Trailer | Brandwatch Interview Special Dan Jurgens | We Talk Comics The Death of "Superman Lives"; What Happened? | Jon Schnepp Justice League: Gods and Monsters | Sam Liu September 2015 - Batman v. Superman | Empire /r/DC_Cinematic | DCCU on Reddit "I Started a Joke" by the Bee Gees Cover | Nataly Dawn & Lauren O'Connell
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A line-by-line, shot-by-shot breakdown and analysis of the Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice Comic-Con Trailer. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Truth, Justice, and The American Way in 50 seconds What are Senate Subcommittees Why the hearing might not be about Metropolis Why it makes sense Bruce Wayne was there that day Thoughts on sister cities Perry's motives for axing Clark's investigation Clever costuming colors Theory on the horseback riders and desert scenes
...and more.
Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice - Comic-Con Trailer | 277 MB warning! BvS:DoJ 6 Exclusive Photos | Entertainment Weekly BvS:DoJ SDCC'15 Panel | Flicks and The City
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A short survey on the history of the symbol, the suit, and flight; how Man of Steel honors that history; and insight into Jor-El's speech and what all of this means to Clark. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Why is Krypton called Krypton? Who are John Carter, Hugo Danner, and Doc Savage? Why was the Symbol so prescient? How was the symbol and suit explained in Man of Steel? A 1981 interview with Siegel and Shuster The history of the tights and why the briefs went What is a Transfiguration? How the audience changed from 1940 How was realism used to relate to today's audience Building Kryptonian Culture The history of making Superman fly on screen Why is flight so liberating for Clark?
...and more!
The Evolution of Superman's "S" Shield | Steve Younis Superman Kryptonian Assistant Professor Christine Schreyer | ubco.tv Ep#100: Interview with Christine Schreyer | Conlangery Superman's Costume - Strongmen Inspiration with Brad Ricca | The National Superman: The High-Flying History of America's Most Enduring Hero (audio) | Larry Tye Transfiguration Sunday | Chuck Knows Church CBR: Comic Book Legends Revealed #373 | Brian Cronin Superman: The Complete History: The Life and Times of the Man of Steel | Les Daniels
Happy Independence Day!
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Speculation on the Batman v. Superman synopsis, the creators / movie makers / movers and shakers behind the DC Cinematic Universe, and a primer on licensing. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
BvS Synopsis Aquaman Synopsis Suicide Squad Set Photos Batmobile Warner Bros Executive Structure Greg Silverman THR Interview Patty Jenkins, James Wan, David Ayer, etc. Licensing Basics Warner Bros Track Record THR Executive Roundtable Excerpts
...and more!
What Does America Stand For? | Time Batmobile Weapons & Details | Collider Batmobile Pictures | Collider Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice - Costumes | Collider Greg Silverman Interview | The Hollywood Reporter James Wan on how Furious 7 is like Snow White | Vulture What is Licensing? | Licensing Expo How Do We Measure An Audience? | Filmmaker IQ Film Studio Heads: Executive Roundtable | The Hollywood Reporter
Happy Father's Day!
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Continuing our commentary from the polar bear to just before the reveal of the suit. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Why a polar bear in a Superman film is funny How the Scout Ship speaks English How is a self-healing ship traditional to Superman? Why didn't Jor-El tell Kal about the Codex? Criticisms about Jor-El's first meeting with Kal-El How Jor-El knows the adult before him is Kal-El How Jor-El knows to trust Lois Lane Why a hologram of Lara wasn't made Why Jor-El wouldn't have ended it by asking Kal to blitz the Black Zero Why meeting Jor-El was so stoic Why Jor-El emphasizes Krypton's environment as harsher What Fermi Paradox reconciliations are in Man of Steel? How does Man of Steel comment on Plato?
...and more!
The World's Highest Ranking Alien Believer | Motherboard "An Evening With Kevin Smith" on Superman Reborn Brief Production History for Superman Lives | Superman Wikia The Death of "Superman Lives"; What Happened? | TDOSLWH.com The Polar Bear Shot Was Meant To Be In Studio | Empire Sentient v. Sapient | Judge John Hodgman aka DAN: Korean Adoption Documentary The Fermi Paradox II — Solutions and Ideas | Kurz Gesagt FXGuideTV - Episode 174 Fr. Robert Barron on Man of Steel Man of Steel Community on Facebook | founded by Warner Brown (via Eric)
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Continuing our commentary from Clark seeing Jor-El's hologram and the hibernation pods until Lois leaks the story to Woodburn. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
How does the Ship make Clark feel mortal? What are the risks of saving Lois Lane? What does the Sentry have to do with Kryptonian armor? Can you save someone you have endangered? How does Clark know how to diagnose and treat Lois? Is the cauterization of internal bleeding a thing? Logistics of dropping Lois off and who is flying the Ship? How many Jor-El AIs were active at any one time? Why haven't the military tracked down the Scout Ship? What is Lois and Perry's interaction shorthand? What DC character was Woodburn supposed to be? Why did Lois leak the story?
...and more!
Ultrasonic Tourniquet - Acoustic Cauterization What's The Loudest Possible Sound? | PBS Digital Man of Steel Props American Icons: Superman | Studio 360 The views expressed by Carl Bernstein (particularly in reference to his 1992 article, "The Idiot Culture" and 2007 interview revisiting the topic) and others in this episode do not necessarily represent the views of the show or represent an endorsement by the show or its author. Simon Pegg has recently expressed somewhat similar ideas about science fiction and popular culture as once engaging the issues of the day instead of being purely escapist entertainment. Worth discussing another time. This May 25th... please remember.
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Answering mailbag questions largely defending the DCCU and first reactions to the Suicide Squad cast photo. This episode was recorded in two segments, the first just hours after watching Avengers: The Age of Ultron then as that was about to be published, David Ayer released our first look at the cast of Suicide Squad in costume, driving Doc to skip sleep, sanity, and stability to serve some speedy reactions in a subsequent second session. Some of the topics in this episode:
Reaction to THR article: Does the DCCU need direction from a producer mastermind now? Reaction to: What if Man of Steel was in color? Will Superman ever become a boyscout? How does Superman's characterization compare to Captain America's? Reaction to: Joss Whedon, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, and Henry Cavill on Batman v. Superman Batman as a State agent Casting Director talks Man of Steel and Batman v. Superman Reaction to: Joker's picture, Batman in Suicide Squad, and Viola Davis First impressions regarding the Suicide Squad cast photo An alternative narrative for MacLaren's departure from Wonder Woman
...and (some) more!
May The Fourth Be With You!
Study: Music taste-freeze at age 33 "Multiple Screenwriter Syndrome" is a 20-years-old paradigm, not a novel crisis Casting directors: How movies like 'Batman v Superman' came together Sweet Sorrow: Coke won the cola wars because great taste takes more than a single sip Blink: The Power of Thinking Without Thinking "Our Youngest Line of Defence" by Sir Bernard Partridge, from Punch (1909). Here, used without irony, showing how it has been adopted by the Scouts. Not relevant at all, but I participated in Boy Scouts as a kid.
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Abridged IMAX Event reaction, commentary on the context of the teaser's reception, comparison with The Force Awakens, nostalgia triggered by Convergence / Star Wars / The Never-Ending Battle, Roger Stern's use of the Paradoxical Commandments in Superman: The Never-Ending Battle, a breakdown of the four seconds of IMAX exclusive footage. This is the first time I recorded an entire episode's worth of material which I didn't use. We recorded our immediate reactions to the IMAX event on the car ride home, but the audio quality and content wasn't great upon review, so I threw this episode together the next day. It's a little better than nothing I guess! :P Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Why Superman and Batman are awesome together Why we shouldn't take this encounter for granted Seven reasons to enjoy the Teaser How many seconds Superman and Batman each get Relaxing on certainty with predictions based on the teaser The teaser isn't as warm as TFA and that's OK Superman updates but Dick Tracy and Mickey Mouse don't Paradoxical Commandments / Anyways / Never-Ending Return of the s-curl or spit-curl? How can Batman clip Superman's wings? Is Batman a berserker or a surgeon? What does the clip tell us about the fight? Insights into Kryptonite
...and more.
The Paradoxical Commandments Nerdist presents Ben Folds Five "Do It Anyway" f. Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock GraphicAudio presents Superman: The Never-Ending Battle "Superman: The Never-Ending Battle" by Roger Stern (hardcover)
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The first official look at Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice in glorious high-definition. We break down the lines, the images, and themes with my hazy jet-lagged first impressions. Then come back soon to hear about the IMAX screening, additional footage, and to talk about the reaction and concerns of others to the trailer. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Who is Charlie Rose and Neil DeGrasse Tyson? Why the Mexico scene shows Superman's growth Hearing Metropolis Clark's voice Why the paramilitary likely aren't a US sanctioned unit Jesse Eisenberg's Lex Luthor performance The penalties for defacing a federal monument Batman opening the door to the extraordinary That's probably not the train station at the end of Man of Steel
...and more.
Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice - Official Teaser Trailer #1 via YouTube Official Uncompressed Teaser - 50,000 kbs bitrate, visible grain (Size Warning: 843 MB) A cure for Convergence-triggered nostalgic pining for the past: GraphicAudio presents Superman: The Never-Ending Battle
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We continue our film commentary on Ellesmere, take on some tornado scene related topics (speed / durability / limits), and look at if Clark is culpable for Zod's crimes. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Hitch hiking is optimistic Civilian contractors at Ellesmere Degrees of separation between MOS and genre media How cold is 40 below zero How much did Lois's camera cost Assumptions about speed, surprise, and durability Did Jonathan know Clark would survive a tornado? Testing your powers like Claire Bennet Why Jonathan dying of a heart attack doesn't teach Clark anything here The elements of moral culpability or justifiable blame
...and more. Happy Easter!
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In this episode we explore the choices behind the colors of Man of Steel, for the look of the film and the colors of the costume. We look at how the context of colors helps us to have compassion for complexity of reality rather than rely on black and white rules and condemnations. We take a look at what it will take to rebuild Metropolis and what a break down Zack Snyder's recent revelations about Lex Luthor. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
Color grading and the "blockbuster look" Snyder stepping away from a stylized approach Color fidelity of Blu-Ray releases How color was used to distinguish Krypton from Earth Why put Superman in an all-black costume? Why is Superman's color scheme challenging to bring to reality and how to tackle it? Why is Superman shown at night so much in media? Why the context of these color choices might mean more than those who just demand brighter colors? Why the future films might have brighter colors How Superman tackled reality better than Captain America The dangers of dogma and absolutes The cost of rebuilding Metropolis and three possible shortcuts Why Lex Luthor should endorse and ally with Superman
...and more! In the Mailbag:
Will Superman have to rely on tropes to preserve his secret identity? Doesn't Kryptonian armor grant super strength? Does the DCCU need a Kevin Feige? Will Marvel do a Superman movie after 2033?
Man of Steel's Action Comics No. 1 Tribute - YouTube
Painting With Pixels Summer Blockbuster Color Grading Movies Ireland Zack Snyder FSInterviews Zack Snyder Every Frame A Painting - What is Bayhem? '96 Laserdisc vs. Blu-Ray - Superman II Colors PBS Digital - The Effect of Color VSauce - Color Constancy TED Talk - Beau Lotto - Optical Illusions Flash TV Talk: John Wesley Shipp Interview How Superman Defeated the KKK
One Year To Go!
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An epic homage to Action Comics No. 1... or just the product of my exhaustion and low-blood sugar? A complete breakdown of the bar and smashed truck scene... how Clark pulled it off and whether he went too far. Featuring clips with Zack Snyder, Allison Crowe, and composer Junkie XL. Answers, insights, and commentary on:
This scene as tribute to Action Comics No. 1 What is "source music" in film? "Sweetie" and Clark's love life What kind of charges and sentence could Ludlow face? What's tricky about the truck smashing? How Man of Steel's Clark shows more endurance than Kingdom Come's Superman What Superman shares with the 400 year-old legend of Robin Hood Empathy for others and hope for tomorrow What's that growling noise?
...and more! In the Mailbag:
Psychosomatic magical weakness An Understanding Martha episode? Wonder Woman wearing wedges Two ways to swim super fast Batman isn't Iron Man
The Man of Steel Myths video series continues:
6 Mini-Myths - YouTube Jimmy Olsen Was Replaced By Jenny Superman Never Tried To Take The Fight Away The Fight Never Left Metropolis The Hostage Family Died He Should Have Covered Zod’s Eyes Superman Never Smiles
Man of Steel's Action Comics No. 1 Tribute - YouTube "Choose to Be (Happy)" by Allison Crowe - Album: Little Light Collider interviews Junkie XL
Happy Pi Day!
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Aquaman revealed! We consider the culture, costumes, and casting of Jason Momoa as Aquaman and Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman. Then discuss whether Kryptonians are weak to magic. Featuring clips with costume designer Michael Wilkinson, VSauce2's Kevin Lieber, Gal Gadot, Lynda Carter, Gloria Steinem, Denny O'Neil, Zack Snyder, Tim Gunn, and more! Answers, insights, and commentary on:
When can we expect the next tease? What does "only one true king" mean? Aquman's Arthurian parallels. "The seven seas" phase is how old? Why am I excited about Polynesian culture being used? Does this serious picture preclude an outrageous Aquaman? Do costumes have to be practical? What role does culture play? Will the costumes to change with every appearance? The history of heels and neckties. How do they pull off stunt work and fights in heels? Should Wonder Woman wear pants? Superman's briefs as a lightning rod. How to pronounce "Gadot" correctly. Mitigating Gadot's lack of acting experience. What Gadot has in common with Carter. Actors doing their own stunts. Shipping Aquaman and Wonder Woman. Why magic as a Kryptonian weakness makes less sense than as a vulnerability. Could Atlantis and Themyscira protect Superman's secret identity? What does Lynda Carter think about Superman? (Stay tuned to the very end!)
...and more! Our new video series continues, check it out!
Man of Steel Myths:
Earth's Atmosphere Powers Kryptonians - YouTube Kryptonian Armor Gives Super Strength - YouTube How The Atmospheric Weakness Works - YouTube Zod Should Have Terraformed Mars - YouTube Fighting Zod Was Easy / Kal Caused Serious Collateral - YouTube
StarShipSofa - Jeff VanderMeer's "Shark God" VSauce2 - Heels Were Made For Men Crazy Sexy Geeks: The Series - Wonder Woman Debate! Supergirl Radio - Hosts Teresa Jusino and Rebecca Johnson Superman/Shazam!: The Return of Black Adam
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In this episode, we do a little music-appreciation of Clark's theme and break down the reveal of the starship. We explore Jonathan's background and his parenting. Finally we look at a deleted scene shared by Costner. Featuring clips with Hans Zimmer, Dylan Sprayberry, Katie Couric & Bryant Gumbel, Diane Lane and Kevin Costner. We touch on the following questions:
What does Clark's theme say about the Kents? How does Zimmer relate to Superman? How could the Kents have hidden the ship? Why didn't the government come and take the ship? What kind of access to information did Jonathan have? Why is Jonathan skeptical of the government? Why does Jonathan think the world will fear extraterrestrials? Why did Jonathan tell people to go for the overpass? What is the significance of Kansas State? What cues does Man of Steel take from Superman Earth One? What would Jor-El think of Jonathan? How did Jonathan deal with Clark's emotions? What kinds of values could Jonathan teach Clark as a farmer? Why did they cut Jonathan fishing with Clark?
...and more! Check out more of our new video series.
Man of Steel Myths:
Metropolis Was Annihilated - YouTube Clark Should Have Used Super Speed - YouTube
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We clear the docket and run through the mailbag in this unscripted episode. We weigh-in on the following questions:
How can spaceship parts help Batman survive getting punched by Superman? What is one of the least realistic things about Man of Steel and why I like it? Hint: choreographed Martial Arts Does Man of Steel mean that the rest of the DCCU will never be all-ages? Is that a problem? What is the recommended approach to trying to get insight into a scene? When should the filmmakers be clearer? Why did Zod show Kal-El images of suffering if he wanted his help? Are Zod and Jor-El artists? Do most people like Man of Steel? Why did Superman react to Zod's death but not the end of the Genesis Chamber and World Engine? Did the film need more space between Metropolis and the drone scene? Why doesn't this podcast respond to specific haters? Is Man of Steel three different films? Does the film have bad pacing or bad dialog? Could we get a trilogy? Why the year 2033 matters to the WB? Who made the super suit?
...and more! Check out the start of our new video series.
Man of Steel Myths:
Superman Saves No One - YouTube The Scout Ship Was Destroyed In The Singularity - YouTube Superman Killed Viable Kryptonian Fetuses - YouTube
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In this episode, we'll go over the purpose of the flashbacks, see what we can learn from the classroom scene, tackle whether Clark is a thief, look at the subjectivity of Superman, explore some of the themes of the film using a parable, and finally, we discuss that infamous answer: "Maybe." We've got some very short clips from D.J. Des Jardin, Diane Lane, and Dylan Sprayberry. Maybe we raise the following questions:
Why use flashbacks instead of a chronological structure? Is Superman a criminal? How did the editor show passage of time with the cuts? Why is Mrs. Ross visiting good for Clark's secret? How do legalism and principles differ? Will BvS feature flashbacks like MOS? How does the parable of the old and new garments apply to MOS? Why organically grow Superman from principles instead of retreading codified absolutes? What distinguishes the kids on the bus from the strangers under the overpass? Why did Jonathan say "maybe" to Clark? How does a teenage pregnancy help explain that answer? What does bar mitzvah have to do with Man of Steel?
...and much more!
Goyer on religious elements 1 2 3 Snyder on religious parallels WB's religious marketing Smallville KO Count defintion of maybe
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In this episode, we unpack the virtues of the oil rig scene and the virtues exhibited by Clark in that scene; we listen to Zack Snyder talk about the making of the scene and Henry Cavill talk about some of the stunt work with Jay Leno a week before the film's premiere; and we discuss what makes a hero. We touch on the topics below:
Why do I say "reasonable minds will differ" every episode? What virtues did Clark show in this short scene? What is the significance of calling him "Greehorn" three times? How do the filmmakers show us Clark's limitations here? Why is a Superman with limits a good thing for storytelling? When does Clark show optimism, hope, humility, and possibly humor? Why did they have Clark yell when propping up the derrick? Why didn't Clark use super speed to rescue the workers? What did Clark's heroism cost him? What is the definition of heroism? What's the difference between classical, literary, and modern heroism? How to answer the criticism that Superman is not a "real" hero because he's strong and invulnerable? Do you have to be a paragon to be a hero? Why does this scene come before the flashbacks?
In this episode's mail bag:
What does ordering Scotch "straight up" get you? How did Clark get his job at the Daily Planet? How did Lois survive being left in the Arctic? How did Clark find the ship under the ice?
You've Got Possibilities - Alli Mauzey
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In this episode, it's all things Lois Lane! We answer the questions and criticisms about Lois in Man of Steel. The romance and the relationship for this iconic character. We address all the questions below!
How did Lois get access to the Ellsemere Island site? "Print it or I walk" Why leak the article? How did Clark track Lois down to the cemetery? Why was Lois at Superman's surrender to Zod? How did Faora know who Lois was? Why did Zod want Lois on the ship? Why was Lois allowed in the C-17, the plane delivering Superman's ship? Was the kiss forced? Why would Lois be attracted to Clark? Why would Superman be attracted to Lois? Was the kiss in poor taste? Who says, "It's all downhill after the first kiss?" Was her line and Superman's response cringe-worthy? Was that intentional? How did Lois get to the train station in time? Is Lois too convenient? Did Lois have enough edge? She's got red hair. We lost the love triangle and gained what? What role will Lois play in BvS, Justice League, and beyond?
Amy Adams talks Batman v. Superman with Collider and ComingSoon.net
Finally, we react to the reported rumors based on an alleged pre-production script.
While tackling the above you might learn:
Where does Lois rank with combined Filmography and Game entries compared to the Trinity, Marvel's Most Popular, and Batman's supporting cast? What is an injunction and how do they work? What is a non-compete clause in an employment contract? Why it wasn't Martha who tipped Clark off about Lois. Are Lois and Superman in love? What was Zod's only weakness against humanity? What is the Birthday Problem or Birthday Paradox?
...and more!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
MOSAIC returns in 2015!
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In this episode, we breakdown Jor-El's plan to stop the Kryptonians; we take a look at the characters, cast, and creators for Suicide Squad; and consider what lessons we can learn from CW's Flash vs. Arrow crossover. We address all the questions below!
Why does Jor-El's plan make sense? Why doesn't How It Should Have Ended ending work? Why was Dr. Hamilton on the C-17? Why was it logical for Lois to be on the C-17? What was the Phantom Drive doing for the World Engine? Why did the strikes have to be coordinated? Why couldn't Superman tackle the Black Zero first? Why couldn't the World Engine be sucked into a singularity? What is the Suicide Squad? Why support Warner Brothers Animation direct to video DC projects? How do press releases tell us Superman is going to get more screen time than Batman? What can the characters, cast, and creators tell us about the DCCU? Why not shoot entirely in IMAX? What lessons can we learn from Flash vs. Arrow?
In this episode's mail bag:
Does killing Clark Kent solve the secret identity issue? Why didn't Jor-El jump the Black Zero into a star or blow Zod out the airlock? Will Zod return in BvS? Will the DCCU movies be in chronological order? Will they explain the changes to Superman's suit?
How It Should Have Ended: Man Of SteelOfficial Suicide Squad Press Release
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In this episode, we're looking at the secret identity. What's being protected, how it was maintained in Man of Steel, and if it can be preserved going forwards. We address all the questions below and hear what David Goyer has to say about the secret identity's future.
Why would the government not pursue the identity? Did Lois confirm that she knows Superman's identity? Did Lois's first article compromise Superman's identity? Did Lois's second article blow Superman's identity? Did Lois reveal the identity by yelling Clark at his farm? Did Superman expose his identity by giving up his ship? Did Superman expose his identity by giving his age? Did surrendering give away his identity? Did Superman expose his identity by saying he's from Kansas? Did The Battle of Smallville give away Superman's identity? Did the kiss give away Superman's identity? Does Perry know? Does Suicide Squad change things? What technologies can help keep the identity? How can the government, The Daily Planet, or Lex Luthor help keep the identity? Can the trope survive modern reality?
In this episode's mail bag:
"Did Zod realize he'd lose his powers by making Earth like Krypton? If he didn't how would he rule all those people with powers?" "Why did it have to be Earth? Why couldn't Zod have terraformed Mars or another planet?" The possibility that Superman's invulnerability can be controlled by his will, so if he wants to shave, he simply lowers his force-field to become like a normal human being. Did Warner Brothers mandate Snyder include Batman? Will Snyder be required to have Batman beat Superman and give Batman more screen-time?
We won't have a typical show this holiday but might do a mailbag if you send in your questions.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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In this episode, we listen to Zack Snyder talk about Superman, his approach to Man of Steel, and whether he is adapting Superman from The Dark Knight Returns. Then I finally get to some mailbag questions!
Some Superman fans are afraid that Superman is going to be disrespected by Batman at Snyder's hand in the upcoming Batman v. Superman. Some believe that the realistic tone of Man of Steel shows favoritism towards Batman. Some fear that Snyder prefers Batman over Superman and that alleged bias means building up Batman at Superman's expense. Some fear Snyder is trying to adapt The Dark Knight Returns into BvS and shoehorn its Superman into the DC Cinematic Universe. There are concerns that BvS will be a Batman-centric film and that Superman will be short-changed his development before Justice League.
While combing through hours of interviews for Man of Steel Answers Insight Commentary (MOSAIC), I've quickly put together some of Snyder's comments which would tend to dispel or address those fears. BvS is not a DKR adaptation. It's a film that will develop Superman to the point that we can get to a Justice League. After carefully cultivating a realistic tone for us to relate to Superman, Snyder isn't going to betray that for Batman. Snyder holds Superman in too high regard for that. In this episode's mail bag:
Does Batman getting top billing in the title matter? What about the Kryptonite rumors? Can DC catch up with Marvel? What about Lex Luthor on the Suicide Squad? Set photos of a Batman landmark event?
Batman v. Superman Will Honor Superman - Zack Loves Superman - Answering Superman Fan Fears For BvS A Thesis On Man Of Steel http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/answers/creative/
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This is second and final part of a series where we cover Superman's potential weaknesses in Man of Steel. In this episode, we cover the explicit weaknesses we saw in the film, speculate on ones that could arise from the film or tradition, then discuss how Superman's character and interest is the main means of creating conflict. Finally we discuss whether Batman actually has to harm Superman for there to be compelling conflict.
While covering our topics, we will discuss and answer the following questions:
How does neck trauma work? What powers turn characters into flesh golems? Can Superman taste beer? What is a microbiome? Would sensory overload work on Superman? What is shaving times one hundred? How does inexperience hurt? Why Batman doesn't need to KO Superman.
...and more!
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This is part one of a two part series where we cover Superman's potential weaknesses in Man of Steel. In this episode, we cover how the atmospheric weakness interacts with Kryptonian powers, the environment, and equipment:
We begin with the basic theory and parse what Jor-El tells us about Kryptonian powers. We then point out the problems with the basic theory as complicated by the Kryptonian helmets in Smallville. We then try to reconcile the issue with a few different theories.
While covering our topics, we will discuss and answer the following questions:
Why Superman's strength doesn't come from Earth's atmosphere. Why Zod wore a helmet in Earth's atmosphere, what he was breathing, and why he didn't suffer respiratory distress when he lost the helmet. A better analogy for the function of the powers than drinking. The function of Zod's helmets and why they didn't wear them during the attempt coup on Krypton. How the Prequel Comic is still a stumbling block.
...and more!
Events Subjects Power sense issue Sun Breathing Comments
Childhood Kal-El unknown unknown yes E-Air years of pain - Ma & Zod
Bridge of Zero Kryptonians, no helmets no (likely) no no (likely shielded) K-Air
Bridge of Zero Kal-El no (restrained) no yes (stored) K-Air temporary respiratory issues
Escaping Zero guards w/ helmets no (can be shot, stopped, wrestled) no no (likely shielded) unknown (likely K-Air)
Escaping Zero Kal-El yes no yes (stored) E-Air (Lois safe) strength immediately returns
Smallville A Zod & Faora w/ helmet strength no yes unknown (possibly K-Air)
Smallville B Zod & Faora no helmet strength yes yes E-Air sensory temporary
Dropship Zod no helmet likely no yes (stored) unknown (likely K-Air) no issue until stepping off ship
Arctic Zod no helmet likely briefly yes E-Air
World Engine Kal-El yes no (likely) yes unknown E / K mix unknown
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These are my October 15th reactions to the WB Investors Conference Press Release revealing a slate of at least 10 DC Cinematic Universe films slated to 2020. We briefly discuss each film, the larger picture, and why it means great things for Superman.
Blog post with Official Press Release, Roadmap, and Proposed Calendar
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This is final third part of a series where we cover those abilities, traits, and powers that set Superman part in the Man of Steel. In this episode, we cover:
Speed Flight Telescopic Vision Aging Telekinesis
While covering our topics, we will discuss and answer the following questions:
What distinguishes The Flash's speed? Why you can't muscle super speed. How did Superman's space craft get to NORTHCOM? How far can Superman see? How do Kryptonians age? What makes it likely Superman has TK?
...and more!
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This is part two of a three part series where we cover those abilities, traits, and powers that set Superman part in the Man of Steel. In this episode, we cover:
Heat Vision Super Strength Holding Breath Invulnerability
While covering our topics, we will discuss and answer the following questions:
What's a use of Heat Vision we saw in Returns which might not come back in the DCCU? Heat vision refractory period? How does Superman shave and why Kryptonians may be particularly susceptible to heat vision. Why didn't we see more Kryptonians lifting stuff? Does Superman need to breath? When did Clark figure out he was invulnerable? How can Superman avoid getting his neck snapped?
...and more!
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This is the first of a three part series where we cover those abilities, traits, and powers that set Superman part in the Man of Steel. In this episode, we cover:
Natural Born Kryptonian Kryptonian Codex Respiratory Adaptation Genetic Memory Super Hearing X-Ray Vision
While covering our topics, we will discuss and answer the following questions:
What kind of baggage did Jor-El have preventing him from coming to Earth? How could Jax-Ur discover the Codex was bonded to Kal-El from a blood sample but be unable to recover the Codex from the sample? How could the Codex be bonded to Kal-El? Why did the film show us blood cells? How could that work? Is there evidence Superman can use his powers without breathing? As a child, who was Clark imitating by wearing a cape? If Superman has super hearing, how does he get surprised? What is the maximum range of super hearing? What does auditory omniscience mean? Can Superman use his X-Ray Vision to uncover Batman's secret identity in Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice?
...and more!
[EDIT: I totally forgot about the interrogation scene where Superman is able to read Hamilton's ID card! That changed the X-Ray Vision analysis some.]
Cells that Last a Lifetime Yahoo Movies Blu-Ray Release Q&A - Hosted by Kevin Smith and Featuring Zack Snyder, Amy Adams, & Henry Cavill Acoustic Reflex Potato Chip Microphone
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In this episode, we cover:
What impact the World Engine scrap might have? We talked about the open pod and its possible ties to Wonder Woman. We discussed two ways Superman might tackle Kryptonian technology and how giving humanity access might cause him to come into conflict with Batman. What Batman's logical attitude towards Superman could be? How Batman could have an illogical attitude towards Superman could be justified. How Man of Steel lays the groundwork for an optimistic Superman. And my preferences on the approach to the Superman Batman conflict and partnership.
While covering our topics, we touch on the following questions:
What's the deal with the open pod and who was the survivor? Can Superman breath in space? Where should the Fortress of Solitude be? Why would Superman support the proliferation of Kryptonian technology?
...and more!
Liquid Geo featurette
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In this episode, we cover the Remnants of Kryptonian Technology. What's still on Earth after "Man of Steel" concluded and may appear again in the DC Cinematic Universe:
Lois's Escape Pod Kryptonian Signals or Code Environmental Impact / Terraformed Earth Zod's Body Scout Ship Zod's Arctic Shuttle /Dropship Zod's Armor
While covering our topics, we answer the following questions:
Who is Car-Vex? How did Lois fall away from the Phantom Zone singularity? Could we see the return of Jor-El's AI? Why don't Kryptonians have hovering jet packs? Did the Kryptonians know they weren't alone in the universe? A new DCCU origin for The Flash? Is Kryptonian armor powered? How durable is it?
...and much more!
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