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In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick reviews two Eurosleaze cannibal shockers - Papaya: Love Goddess of the Cannibals and Cannibal Terror - before welcoming back DW as he takes a bite out of Stubbs the Zombie: Rebel Without a Pulse. Plus, exciting news, and feedback aplenty. Tunes include: "Celebrate the Flesh" by Crom, "Love You More Dead" by The Black Rose Phantoms, "Experiment in Terror" by Fantomas, "Zombie Dance" by Alice Cooper and "If I Only Had a Brain" by The Flaming Lips. [ 1:01:16 || 28.0 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia...admedia_056.mp3

On paper, Teen Wolf is a great concept: a teenage werewolf who accidentally outs himself seeks acceptance from his friends. In execution, however, things fall apart, and it's up to Jenny and Mike to make sense out of it. [ 2:15:15 || 61.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_269.mp3

While most, including myself, will view Kirby's legacy as one of dynamic movement and grandiose majesty, there is absolutely no denying the sheer magnitude of iconic characters he created at various comic publishers. Kirby's hallmark, as fully realized in his DC work, is wild and colorful character design. No one creates a character that looks like Kirby's unless they are blatantly ripping him off (RE: Larsen, Erik). In this edition of The King and I, I have compiled a list of the top 10 wildest, craziest and most colorful of Kirby's creations. And, surprisingly, it doesn't include a giant dog with a tuning fork on his forehead! The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/columns/reddick/the-king-and-i-06

Recently comic book writer Robert Kirkman made some controversial statements regarding corporate- versus self-publishing, and Des and Mike are here to chime in. [ 55:55 || 25.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_268.mp3

A young woman with a troubled past, a brand new detective and a brainy girl all catch Batman's ire as he investigates Gotham's newest vigilante in Batman: Mystery of the Batwoman. [ 2:02:28 || 56.0 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_037.mp3

This week the guys review six comics, including Guardians of the Galaxy #5, Punisher #62 and Uncanny X-Men #502. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-059

This week Des and Mike talk about a Silver Age tribute book (The Age of the Sentry #1), the perfect blending of sex and action (Incredible Hercules #121), the rise of a former Avenger (Iron Man: Director of SHIELD #33), terrible urban stereotypes (Marvel Adventures The Avengers #28) and characters you've never heard of before (Mighty Avengers #18). [ 1:05:26 || 29.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_267.mp3

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick gets back to basics with a little chitchat before reviewing the sci-fi Eurosleaze epic Beast in Space, and the Mexican supernatural horror film La Resurreccion de Amanda Morales. He then moves along to Alice Cooper's new record, Along Came a Spider, and a brand new Marvel Comics adaptation of Stephen King's plague epic The Stand: Captain Trips #1. We will talk about hamsters and Henry before giving away our big contest prize. Tunes include: "The Beast and the Harlot" by Avenged Sevenfold, "Resurrection" by Apocalyptica, "Prologue (I Know Where You Live)" and "The One That Got Away" by Alice Cooper, "Gospels for the Sick" by Scum and "Monsters" by Electric President. [ 1:16:09 || 34.8 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia...admedia_055.mp3

Though it might have reshaped how the world saw Batman, and led directly to the creation of Batman: The Animated Series, Tim Burton's Batman (1989) is a seriously flawed film with bland characters, numerous plot holes and a Batman who has no qualms about killing. Let the ranting begin! [ 3:08:35 || 86.3 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_266.mp3

Sprung fully formed from the mind of Stephen J. Cannell, The Greatest American Hero is a dramedy about Ralph Hinkley, a Los Angeles remedial education teacher who's given a superhero costume by aliens. Why? Hell, it was 1981. We were lucky to get that much explanation. Anyway, along for the ride is Robert Culp as FBI Agent Bill Maxwell, an overly enthusiastic commie-hunter. He was ostensibly there to guide Ralph toward missions, but, really, it was so we could have the obligatory sensitive liberal / conservative jackass debates that were federally mandated by the Bickering Mismatched TV Partners Act of 1976. The only other person in on the secret is Pam Davidson, Ralph's girlfriend and attorney in his court battle to secure custody of his son, Plot Device. No, wait. Sorry, his name's Kevin. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/m/greatest-american-hero-01

Battling against technology itself, Ian and Adham brave the pinnacle of Sean Connery's run as Bond: You Only Live Twice. Along the way, they debate the vitally important shag count, marvel at particular aspects of Eastern culture and are bowled over by both feedback and a voicemail! [ 2:29:51 || 68.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/foryourear...arsonly_005.mp3

Take the rather crazy director of Excel Saga and Puni Puni Poemy and get him hooked on The Blues Brothers. The end result is the outrageous and hilarious anime musical comedy Nerima Daikon Brothers. [30:07 || 13.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingp...imezing_012.mp3

Atomic Robo: Dogs of War #2, Deadpool #1, King-Size Cable Spectacular #1 and X-Men: Magneto Testament #1 are four of the eight comic books drqshadow and the returning DW reviewed this week. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-058

Last week we teased it, and now it's here! The newest segment of Earth-2.net: The Show is Waiting for the Trade, hosted by Dan Toland and Michael David Sims. In this first installment, the guys speak about Abyss, volume one; Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters; and Wolverine: Origins, volume five: Deadpool. [ 1:36:15 || 44.0 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_265.mp3

In this episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick sits down and talks horror comics, movies and punk rock with writer Steve Niles. Then he reviews Steve's upcoming comic City of Dust, and Michael David Sims joins him to review Dead of Night Featuring Devil-Slayer from Brian Keene and Marvel Comics. You have one more week to enter the Jigsaw Man / Apparatus Revolution / Devil's Due contest, and a winner will be decided next week. Tunes include: "Thog," "Killing Direction" and "Smoking Hole" by Gray Matter, as well as "Black Heart, Blue Scars" by Sutter Kane. [ 2:03:59 || 56.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia...admedia_054.mp3

First the duo discusses Jenny's writing, then they read through the September Previews. [ 1:21:58 || 37.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_264.mp3

Having recently devoured the first four seasons of its revival, you could say I've been on a bit of a Doctor Who kick lately. The action is fast, the characters are strong, the storytelling is smart and the depth is astounding. Best of all, though each season features an overall storyline, every episode is the perfect starting point for new viewers. And that's done without burdening longtime fans with "we know this already" exposition. If you're not watching Doctor Who -- for fear of not knowing the rich continuity, you're put-off by science fiction, you're afraid the sets are still made of cardboard or whatever your reason -- you really should give the show a try. It's wonderfully engaging television that can pack breakneck action, high suspense and tragic drama all into 60-minute bites. However, if you don't have access to the Sci Fi Channel or BBC America, or you're still worried that the show isn't for you, there's another way you can treat yourself to the good Doctor, and that's by reading Doctor Who: The Forgotten. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/indy/doct...he-forgotten-01

As Superman: The Animated Series and Gotham Knights come to a close, Bruce Wayne marries a plant ("Chemistry"), the Joker creates a lecherous lunatic ("Beware the Creeper"), Two-Face tries to kill himself in a roundabout way ("Judgment Day") and Superman attacks his adopted home ("Legacy"). [ 1:44:40 || 47.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_036.mp3

Dan Toland returns to review Ms. Marvel Annual #1, Secret Invasion: Front Line #3, X-Men: Manifest Destiny #1 and X-Men Origins: Beast. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-057

Des is back! As always, he and Mike reviewed five comic books (Dead of Night Featuring Devil-Slayer #1, Marvel Apes #1, Spider-Man Loves Mary Jane #2, Sub-Mariner: The Depths #1 and Venom: Dark Origin #2), but one of them was so bad it put the duo in a foul mood for the rest of the show. [ 1:05:24 || 29.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_263.mp3

In this first anniversary episode of Dread Media, Desmond Reddick gets real and reviews two upcoming nonfiction books, Book of Lists: Horror and Cheap Scares: Low Budget Horror Filmmakers Share Their Secrets. He's then joined by Michael David Sims for an in-depth chat about Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer. Then he caps it all off with a look at the documentary Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film. Go and check out the official website at www.dreadmedia.net. Enter the newly upgraded Jigsaw Man / Apparatus Revolution contest just by contacting me. Tunes included: "Shitlist" by L7, "Are You Eating It (or Is It Eating You?)" by The Browns, "Ghouls on Film" by Hola Ghost, "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer" by Fantomas, "Rise and Fall Complex" by Return of the Blind and "Vaginal Torture Device" by Forgetting Tomorrow. [ 1:40:02 || 45.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia...admedia_053.mp3

"Am I the meanest? Sho'nuff! Am I the prettiest? Sho'nuff! Am I the baddest mofo lowdown around this town? Sho'nuff! Well who am I? Sho'nuff! Who am I? Sho'nuff! I can't hear you! Sho'nuff... the Shogun of Harlem!" Oh yeah, we're talking about The Last Dragon! [ 1:30:03 || 41.2 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_262.mp3

If you've been paying close attention to the video game industry recently, you might have heard about Braid. Developer Jonathan Blow has been working on the project independently for close to three years, but could a seemingly simple puzzle / platformer programmed by one man really live up to the hype? The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/v/braid

For the honor of Grayskull, Jenny and Mike review She-Ra: The Secret of the Sword! [ 1:38:57 || 45.2 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_261.mp3

A child prodigy, a space cadet, a hyperactive ditz, a gentle giant, a jock and a straight (wo)man all walk into a high school, and we get to laugh at the results as Kellen reviews Azumanga Daioh. [ 28:56 || 13.2 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingp...imezing_011.mp3