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This week, your host may be sick but he still delivers killer ski lifts, mind-altering parasites, and zombies with machetes. Desmond and Darryll cover Adam Green's Frozen. Then Desmond goes solo on Greg Lamberson's latest book, Desperate Souls and the sci-fi / horror B movie Growth. Tunes include: "Mr. Freeze" by Slayer, "It's Cold Outside" by The Dead Boys, "The Lost Souls" by AFI, "Insects" by Osaka Popstar and the American Legends of Punk, and "Black Light God" by Mary Shelley Overdrive. [ 55:54 || 25.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_161.mp3

On the one-year anniversary of Steve Rogers' death, his friends gather not to mourn the legend, but to save him from the time-trap Red Skull has locked him in (Captain America: Reborn). Then Death of the Endless spends a day on Earth as a mortal, and later makes a bargain for the soul of a child (Absolute Death). [ 34:08 || 15.8 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_417.mp3

Paranoia Agent is the essence of Satoshi Kon. It blurs the line between fantasy and reality, it's occasionally trippy, and builds a subtle interconnecting mystery around a young elementary school child with golden skates and a bent bat. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/a/paranoia-agent

In "The Warriors of Kyoshi" we see the debut of Suki, and get to see just how badass the titular warriors can be. In "The King of Omashu" we are introduced to Bumi and laugh the entire way. Finally, in "Imprisoned" we meet nobody of real importance to the overall story, but George Takei makes a funny guest appearance. Can't win 'em all I guess. [ 50:50 || 23.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/avatarthelastpodcast/episodes/avatar_002.mp3

This episode finishes off the Sporty September with 1977's Slap Shot and 1992's A League of Their Own. Paul Newman is old. And not even dreamy old. And Slap Shot is, in a word, gratuitous. Megan does get a kick out of old timey hockey, but then makes us all cringe with her fear of under-boob trauma. How does the fated relationship between these two podcasting titans revolve around a hockey puck? And who knew that Geena Davis was so damned hot? Mutant Kangaroos?! Pointy bras? What in the hell is going on? Megan gets super-insulted. Desmond's a little too insistent about how hot Geena Davis is. General merriment abounds. [ 42:32 || 19.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/marriedtomovies/episodes/marriedtomovies_024.mp3

With everyone else taking the week off , Kellen takes some time to look over a variety of things, including a mini-review of the first volume of Dragon Ball Z Kai, his thoughts about anime on Blu-ray, and the current crop of show being put out in North America. [ 25:11 || 11.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_065.mp3

In this jam-packed episode of Dread Media, five films and a novel are covered. Desmond even talks about a comic, too! He is joined by Darryll first to review the Blu-ray of the 1960s Italian crime film Machine Gun McCain. Then Desmond covers the Feeding the Masses Horror Collection which features micro-budget efforts: Feeding the Masses, Creature form the Hillbilly Lagoon, Necroville, and Splatter Disco. Then a modern pulp novel is reviewed: Dillon and the Legend of the Golden Bell by Derrick Ferguson. Tunes included: "Ballata di Hank McCain" by Ennio Morricone, "Spot Where they Gunned him Down" by Deadbolt, "Nobody Likes You (When You're Dead)" by Zombina and the Skeletones, "Disco's Out, Murder's In" by Suicidal Tendencies, "The Gold Medal" by The Donnas, and "A Delirium of Fireflies" by Mary Shelley Overdrive. [ 1:14:15 || 34.2 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_160.mp3

Twilight, glitter guns, and clams?! Has Bigger on the Inside turned into horrible slash fiction? No! Dan and Mike are talking about "Genesis of the Daleks," "Revenge of the Cybermen," and the end of the 12th season. [ 1:26:02 || 39.4 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/biggerontheinside/episodes/bigger_047.mp3

Aaron's back and it's rants-a-plenty as the guys talk Japanese RPGs, disembodied limbs, and (of course) the power of spanking in combat. They also start the StarTropics playthrough with some yo-yo violence, then walk through some mountains and decode secret messages before chitchatting with some dolphins. Could it be that we're actually dealing with a game even weirder than God Hand? Listen and find out. [ 1:21:55 || 37.6 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/extralives/episodes/extralives_006.mp3

Beast Boy's past as part of The Doom Patrol comes back to haunt him, as Brain, Monsieur Mallah, and the rest of the Brotherhood of Evil butt heads with the Teen Titans for the first time ("Homecoming"). Madame Rouge has been assigned to acquire Hot Spot's communicator, but his fire powers present a slight problem for the malleable villain ("Trust"). Control Freak wants another shot at the Titans, but he finds himself pitted against their East Coast counterparts ("For Real"). Starfire befriends a Russian super soldier who's hidden himself from the world ("Snowblind"). Then the Titans go underground as Dr. Light makes a play for a crystalline girl ("Kole"). And Raven has to protect a trio of young superheroes from Monsieur Mallah ("Hide and Seek"). [ 1:32:46 || 42.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_087.mp3

Heroic Age: One Month to Live #1, Scarlet #2, and X-Men: Curse of the Mutants - Smoke and Blood are the three comic books reviewed this week. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-144

This week, death rock legend Eerie Von joins Desmond to talk about The Misfits, his incredible career in music, photography and painting, and his book Misery Obscura: The Photography of Eerie Von, documenting the rise of The Misfits, Samhain, and Danzig. Join us! Every song this week features Eerie Von: "Halloween II" by Samhain, "How the Gods Kill" by Danzig, "Please Don't Wake Me," and "Good" by Eerie Von. Visit Eerie at www.eerievon.com. [ 1:33:24 || 42.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_159.mp3

After a three-month hiatus, Dan and Mike are back with reviews of Wolverine: Old Man Logan and Sandman, volume four: Season of Mists. [ 42:56 || 20.0 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_416.mp3

After the fall of Asgard and the death of his brother, Thor finds himself a king without a throne or family. Art: Pasqual Ferry The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/wallpaper/full/Thor_002.jpg

This week it's sports entertainment time! Megan picks 2009's Whip It! and Desmond counters with 2008's The Wrestler. Megan gets aggressive and Desmond gets hot. Does Desmond get racial? Maybe. Prefontaine. Prefontaine is the name he was thinking of. Megan talks bout lighting? What's happening here? Masculine tearjerker sounds wrong. But it's oh so right. Marisa Tomei is fantastic, and yes that's because she's naked the entire time. Megan's need for more of the story in The Wrestler forces Desmond to bust out his screenwriting chops. And Megan shocks Desmond with one of her review scores. [ 43:45 || 20.3 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/marriedtomovies/episodes/marriedtomovies_023.mp3

Despite the recent controversy surrounding her new costume and origin, Wonder Woman presses on, thwarting foes of all makes and sizes! Art: Alex Garner The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/wallpaper/full/Wonder_Woman_002.jpg

Super spies, retooled origins, and vampire-hunters round out this week's reviews of Black Widow #5, Secret Warriors #19, Superman: Secret Origin #6, and X-Men: Curse of the Mutants - Blade. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-143

In another massive episode of Dread Media, Desmond and Darryll present a Roadkill Review on Robert Rodriguez's modern exploitation bonanza, Machete. Then, what does a paranoid conspiracy theorist think about Machete? Dread Media presents part of Alex Jones' radio show to answer that question. Just when you thought it was okay to enjoy a film again, it's only a plot to kill whitey. Then, rational though returns to the podcast as Desmond reviews the latest chunk of releases from Radical Comics. Tunes included: "Down in Mexico" by The Coasters, "Killer in Texas" by Ghoultown, "Master Race Rock" by The Hellacopters, "Roots Radicals" by Rancid, and "Dirty Black Summer" by Danzig. [ 1:56:37 || 53.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_158.mp3

After saving a long-lost group of space explorers ("The Ark in Space"), The Doctor and friends prevent the Sontarans from devastating a rejuvenated Earth ("The Sontaran Experiment"). Also, our friend Erin writes in with a detailed e-mail comparing The Doctor to Sherlock Holmes. [ 57:38 || 26.4 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/biggerontheinside/episodes/bigger_046.mp3

In the ashes of his daughter, Trigon has risen, laying waste to the world. With no hope of surviving, the Teen Titans press forward, attempting to drive the demon back. However, to win, they'll need the assistance of an unlikely and unwanted ally: Slade! The three-part story "The End" brings the fourth season to a close, and delivers one emotional punch after another. [ 1:43:43 || 47.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_086.mp3

With the Aussie away on holiday, Damien is joined this episode by Animazing Podcast's Kellen Scrivens to discuss the top five games they would each want in their dream arcade. Amidst talks of curling, Celine Dion, and other assorted Canadianisms, the guys still manage to pay loving tribute to the halcyon days of yesteryear, with memories so vivid that you'll practically feel the gum sticking to the bottom of your shoes. And oh yes, there will be singing! [ 54:42 || 25.4 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/extralives/episodes/extralives_005.mp3

Once again, Slade tries to deliver a message to Raven, forcing her to face her destiny ("The Prophecy"). The team crashes on an alien world, leaving Robin and Starfire to discuss their feelings ("Stranded"). Cyborg upgrades himself, and learns a lesson from Beast Boy of all people ("Overdrive"). And Starfire must convince her friends that the strange, pie-making woman is not their mother ("Mother Mae-Eye"). [ 1:05:02 || 29.8 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_085.mp3

The guys review five comic books this week, including Deadpool #26, Ex Machina #50, and The Last Phantom #1. Also, one of the writers uses a phrase never before seen on Earth-2.net. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-142

This time around the Teen Titans face a deranged punk rocker ("The Lost Episode"), Control Freak ("Episode 257-494"), monsters in the past ("Cyborg the Barbarian"), a resurrected Slade ("Birthmark"), self-doubt ("The Quest"), alien tofu ("Employee of the Month"), and racism ("TROQ"). Also, James does a perfect impersonation of the Newfu leader, and the duo answers a voicemail about Mas y Menos and how they compare to Speedy Gonzales. [ 1:49:11 || 50.0 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_084.mp3

This week it's a mummy special on Dread Media! Darryll and Desmond sit down to discuss Hammer's 1959 effort, The Mummy. Then Brother D from Mail Order Zombie joins Desmond for a What Music They Make segment, discussing the score to the 1932 Mummy film and a bit about the Hammer film score. Darryll comes back for a viewing of the classic Universal film The Mummy before Desmond goes solo on a Dying in the Gutters segment discussing the 1970s Marvel saga of The Living Mummy! All that plus feedback, and the following mummified monster music: "The Mummy Song" by Phineas and Ferb, "Me and My Mummy" by Bobby "Boris" Pickett and the Crypt Kickers, "Curse of the Pharaohs" by Mercyful Fate, "Helen Calls to Isis / The Destruction of Im-Ho-Tep " by James Dietrich, "Im-Ho-Tep (Pharaoh's Curse)" by Iced Earth, "The Mummy" by Bob McFadden and Dor, and "Wrap it Up" by The Fabulous Thunderbirds. [ 1:39:37 || 45.8 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_157.mp3