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Kellen and James finish off Mushi-Shi with the final six episodes ("Cotton Changeling," "Shrine in the Sea," "The Sound of Rust," "The Journey to the Field of Fire," "Eye of Fortune, Eye of Misfortune," and "The Sounds of Footsteps on the Grass"). [ 45:54 || 22.4 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_110.mp3

The man with the ginger hair returns to Earth-2.net: The Show to discuss the men in black. Specifically, Men in Black II and III. (For a complete look at Ian's coverage of the Men in Black franchise, listen to Earth-2.net: The Show 198, in which he spoke about the original film.) [ 26:30 || 13.0 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_540.mp3

Dave and Ian cover two more episodes of Blake's 7. In "Sarcophagus," the Liberator encounters an ancient space tomb that isn't as dead as it should be because, you guessed it, Cally is telepathically possessed. In "Ultraworld," the crew encounters an artificial planet and a gigantic computer that can only be defeated through the medium of limericks. Which episode is so bad it's Web-esque? How much much fun can you have in Vegas when your parents are accountants? What is the color of technology-based evil? Why is Dave channelling the spirit of Marvin Gaye? These and many other questions are answered. [ 2:04:43 || 60.3 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/shakeandblake/episodes/shakeandblake_019.mp3

This week, Desmond and Darryll discuss Britain's swinging 70s, lesser soap operas, and the nature of hot sisters in their review of Virgin Witch. Then Devil Dinosaur, Jr. foams at the mouth, in a good way, over Israeli horror film Rabies. There's some sexy witchy rabid tunes aplenty: "Naked Witch" by Danzig, "Virgin Witch" by Rob Zombie, "Into the Woods" by Silkworm, and "Sunset Babies (All Got Rabies)" by Alice Cooper. [ 1:03:19 || 30.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_254.mp3

It's the dawn of a new era! <i>The Amazing Spider-Man</i> ushers in a brand new Spider-Man in the form of Andrew Garfield, but this episode also marks the debut of a brand new Earth-2.net: The Show cohost! [ 1:19:34 || 38.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_539.mp3

Ruthless. Sadistic. The Comedian. Art: Jae Lee To download the wallpaper, click here: http://www.earth-2.n...atchmen_001.jpg

Big Damn Heroes has hit episode 29, and Angel would like you to repeat what you just called him, please. On both Buffy and Angel, the season plots get rolling, questions are answered sooner than you would expect, and there's a definite sense of the calm before the storm before things get into the shit, as they say. Join Hannah and Will (and Miss Kitty Fantastico) as they cover Buffy's "No Place Like Home" and "Family," and Angel's "Dear Boy" and "Guise Will be Guise." [ 1:03:58 || 31.0 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/bigdamnheroes/episodes/bigdamnheroes_029.mp3

A new month is here, and that can mean only one thing! Well, it can mean a lot of things. But in this case it means it's <i>Previews</i> time! [ 39:53 || 19.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_538.mp3

All aboard the Dread Media train as Desmond and Darryll finally review the classic Horror Express. Devil Dinosaur, Jr. gets his ticket stamped with a Stay Scary about the apocalyptic subway horror film End of the Line. And what else do you think about when you think trains? Red lights, right? I'm trying, sue me! In a brand new Macabre Musical Theatre, Tom Deja raps his way through his thoughts on the psychological thriller Red Lights. Tunes on this Trans-Siberian journey: "Black Train" by The Moistboyz, "Train of Flesh" by Turbonegro, "Last Train to Satansville" by Swervedriver, and "Red Light in my Eyes, Pt. 1" by Children of Bodom. [ 1:21:56 || 39.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_253.mp3

This is not the best episode in the world; this is just an intermission. After talking about some recent punk rock releases and music-based video games, Desmond and Damien dive into the now classic 1994 Black Sabbath tribute album Nativity in Black. Hear them talk about the state of heavy metal at the time, drop hints on which of the bands are on Desmond's list of future Dropped D fodder, and discuss tribute album etiquette. Trivia time! Which member of the original Sabbath line-up does not appear on the record, but not for lack of trying? Just what does the Mustaine Signal encompass? You better flash it if Al Jourgensen is about to punch you and if you want Dave Mustaine and his taxi to drive up and save you! All this and an Internet first! You're welcome. Kick your almond habit and start listening! [ 1:37:01 || 47.0 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/droppedd/episodes/droppedd_intermission_001.mp3

Wrapping up GI Joe Week are four Power Records from the original GI Joe era: The Search for the Stolen Idol, The Secret Mission to Spy Island, The Secret of the Mummy's Tomb, and The Rescue from Adventure Team Headquarters! To read along, download both the MP3 and a ZIP file containing all four storybooks! [ 46:00 || 22.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_537.mp3

Of all the things GI Joe: The Rise of Cobra does wrong, Mike's most bothered by the fact that it's trying too hard to be the cartoon without the sense of joy that came with it. Also, what the hell is Joseph Gordon-Levitt doing here? [ 35:55 || 17.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_536.mp3

Kellen and James pull off something never thought possible on this podcast: they ccurately compare the scenario of a Mushi-Shi episode to an Adam Sandler movie. Which episode of the five reviewed ("Sunrise Serpant," "Pickers of Empty Cocoons," "Clothes that Embrace the Mountain," "String from the Sky," and "A Sea of Writings") is it, and what movie could possibly be compared to this show? All the answers, and a Winnipeg weather update, are concealed within. [ 37:49 || 18.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_109.mp3

Much like he did prior to his review of GI Joe: The Movie, Mike puts the world into context and explains why the mature, more-realistic GI Joe: Resolute is needed in this day and age. He also gushes about its writer: Warren Ellis. [ 34:45 || 17.0 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_535.mp3

Before discussing GI Joe: The Movie, Mike puts the franchise into context. Specifically, he examines why it was needed in the 1980s, and what children of a certain age took away from it. Then he gets into the movie, which is flawed to the core but so much fun! Also, a mind-blowing discovery is made: this isn't a GI Joe cartoon, but something else entirely. [ 39:03 || 19.2 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_534.mp3

In the latest edition of Saturday Morning 101, Dan and Jonathan examine GI Joe: A Real American Hero (aka The MASS Device), the original GI Joe miniseries. For many children of the 1980s, this is where GI Joe truly began! [ 2:14:51 || 65.1 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_533.mp3

GI Joe Week continues as the Grumpy Old Fans go through three Marvel-era issues of GI Joe: A Real American Hero (#1, #21, and #50) and three IDW-era issues (#155 1/2, #177, and #178). How do Dan and Mike feel about Larry Hama changing the focus of the series from the Joes to ninjas, just how violent are the comics compared to the cartoon, and does the silent issue deserve the praise it's received throughout the years? There's only one way to find out, and you know what that is! [ 2:13:30 || 64.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_532.mp3

This week, Desmond takes off his glasses and rips open his shirt to a themed episode based on comics and comic book-influenced material! First up, Desmond and Darryll review the Tinto Brass-directed thriller influenced by Italian comic artist Guido Crepax: Deadly Sweet. Then Devil Dinosaur, Jr. stays scary discussing the Italian comic adaptation Dylan Dog: Dead of Night. Desmond reviews a truly unique superhero novel from Canadian author Rio Youers: Westlake Soul before diving in to review the following comics: Night Force #3, Dial H #1, and the trade collection of The Strange Talent of Luther Strode. There's plenty of super-tunes as well: "I Don't Wanna Be (a Superhero)" by Roadrunner United featuring Michael Graves, "Sweet Jane" by Cowboy Junkies, "Cry of the Banshee" by Brocas Helm, "Surfin' Dead" by The Cramps, "Superhero" by Anthrax, and "Supernaut" by Black Sabbath. [ 1:22:46 || 39.9 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_252.mp3

GI Joe Week is finally here, and, to kick things off, Dan and Mike spend two hours fondly remembering, laughing, and then griping about the creation, rise, and fall of the GI Joe: A Real American Hero line of action figures. [ 2:02:25 || 59.2 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_531.mp3

Aliens fake an alien landing ("Aliens of London" / "World War Three"), and The Doctor's oldest foes return ("Dalek"). One of these stories is downright awful due to all of the ill-conceived and poorly executed humor, horrible costumes and dated computer imagery, and the damn farting! While the other story features a Dalek slaughtering hundreds of people just for the hell of it. Also, Tom Deja gives his thoughts about Rose, Dan explains why he's not too keen on Doctor Who getting so close to the real world, and Mike drinks a beer. [ 2:09:25 || 62.4 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/biggerontheinside/episodes/bigger_093.mp3

Marvel's massive summer crossover, Avengers vs. X-Men, has reached its midpoint, and as Mike read through it he reached his breaking point. Listen in to hear Mike lose his mind over the poorly portrayed characters, nonsensical reason for the series to even exist, and the general stupidity of Cyclops. [ 50:35 || 24.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_530.mp3

This month, Tom and Chris chat about getting revenge on superheroes (The Boys: Butcher, Baker, Candlestickmaker), the new beginning of the DC Universe (Justice League: Origin), and the first 12 issues of an Image launch title (Spawn, volume one). [ 1:48:30 || 52.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_529.mp3

Aaron and Damien finally make it to a landmark episode and celebrate with over three hours of the gaming / fruit / bouncy castle discussion you've come to expect. Drinks are tried, old segments die as new ones are born, questions are answered. Join us for our aluminum anniversary, then feel free to join us in a long nap, similar to the one we had to take after all the work that went into this. Bananas. [ 3:16:26 || 94.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/extralives/episodes/extralives_050.mp3

It's episode 28 of Big Damn Heroes, and hey, there are a lot of shirtless people around here. On both shows, there are episodes that are just a little meh, the Heroes' intense dislike of Riley grows, and some theories are floated about some major season plot points. However, the awesomeness of all the shirtlessness is derailed by possibly the single most offensive episode to have Whedon's name attached to it as a director. Wanna know which one that is? Join Will and Hannah as they cover Buffy's "The Replacement" and "Out of My Mind," and Angel's "First Impressions" and "Untouched." [ 51:39 || 25.1 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/bigdamnheroes/episodes/bigdamnheroes_028.mp3

The Commonwealth Crew is back with a review of 30 Days of Night. In this review, Ian says words like "sprog" and "jumper." This pleases Desmond. [ 22:32 || 11.0 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmediapresents_027.mp3