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The most controversial era of World's Finest Podcast begins here, as James and Mike start their discussion of the divisive Teen Titans! First, Cyborg leaves the team in a huff ("Divide and Conquer"), then Starfire's conniving sister pops up ("Sisters"). Next, Slade pits the three-member HIVE against the heroes ("Final Exam"), and it's up to the team to stop the living embodiment of thunder and lightning ("Forces of Nature"). And rounding out the six reviews, Cyborg must fight for what makes him human ("The Sum of His Parts"), and Raven has to deal with her inner demons ("Nevermore"). [ 2:34:23 || 70.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_078.mp3

Not only has a new writer joined the IIWY? crew, but together they cover eight comic books, including Black Widow #2, The Flash #2, New Avengers Finale, and Shadowhawk #1. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-129

What you are about to read is the unedited transcript from last night's chat session revolving around the Lost season finale. It contains major spoilers (and rage), so be warned. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/m/lost-finale

In this huge episode of Dread Media, Desmond interviews Vincenzo Natali about his upcoming film Splice, and his classic dark sci-fi work, Cube. Then DW is back, and he and Desmond talk about Stargate: Atlantis, their in-development werewolf / vampire buddy cop show, and, oh yeah, the Cube series. Hint: the first film's really good, one of the films is really bad, and it wouldn't be a DW / Desmond discussion if they didn't disagree about something. Then the show is rounded out with an off-the-cuff What Music They Make, paying tribute to the metal legend Ronnie James Dio. Tunes include: "Hybrid Moments" by The Misfits, "Man in the Box" by Alice in Chains, "CUBErt" by System of a Down, and "Holy Diver" and "Scream" by DIO. RIP Ronnie James Dio. [ 2:16:08 || 62.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_143.mp3

A brand new team of Avengers join forces to fight the foes no single superhero can withstand! Art: Marko Djurdjevic The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/wallpaper/full/Avengers_002.jpg

It's Spaghetti Western time on Married to Movies as Desmond and Megan review Sergio Leone's mainstream / North American breakthrough hit, A Fistful of Dollars. Megan isn't a fan of Westerns, but she's proud she can impress her dad by telling him she watched one. She's also very impressed with her husband's knowledge of Italian cinema. Listen to Megan stretch to find things not to like about a classic! Thrill at both hosts disliking of horse stunts! Marvel at Desmond's ability to compare two films that have never been compared before in the history of film criticism! Also, does Desmond get turned down after propositioning his wife? Listen to find out! [ 44:54 || 20.8 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/marriedtomovies/episodes/marriedtomovies_014.mp3

On this episode of Animezing Podcast, Kellen takes a look back at Anime Central 2010. Kellen goes over everything from the con, including dances, panels, Anime Hell, autographs, missteps, Nabeshin, and tentacle rape. [ 1:21:15 || 37.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_051.mp3

Hellboy in Mexico, Red Robin #12, Superman: War of the Supermen #1, and three more comics are reviewed this week. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-128

This week it's a massive episode of man and machine. Desmond and Darryll do a Roadkill Review of the recently released Iron Man 2. Then Desmond reviews the killer-car film Phantom Racer. Then it's Desmond's break time as Richard from Wichita reviews Alice Cooper and Rob Zombie's Gruesome Twosome tour. Desmond returns for the video game horror film Ghost Machine. Then, a ton of feedback. Tunes include: "Iron Man" by Ozzy Osbourne with Therapy?, "Whiplash" by Metallica, "Return of the Phantom Stranger" by Rob Zombie, "Woman Machine" by Alice Cooper, "Space Ghosts" by The Darkest of the Hillside Thickets, and "Hands of Death" by Alice Cooper with Rob Zombie. [ 1:50:53 || 50.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_142.mp3

The ninth season of Doctor Who sadly ends with a whimper ("The Mutants" and "The Time Monster"), but that doesn't mean the hosts agree on the episodes. Also, Mike becomes flustered while talking about Captain Yates, Dan has something to say about the chicken-suited Kronos, and then there's Cotton. Oh, Cotton. [ 1:16:57 || 35.3 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/biggerontheinside/episodes/bigger_038.mp3

Well, it's been fun, but this is the end of our Chrono Trigger discussion. In this bittersweet edition of Extra Lives, Aaron and Damien finish up the side-quests and then give Lavos what-for. If that wasn't enough, the guys have a lot more to say about all that is gaming. What major recent release did Damien hate? Why does Aaron need a rusted metal codpiece? What exactly is South African Caveman Punk? The answers to all that and more, in this, the longest edition of Extra Lives yet! [ 2:06:15 || 58.1 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_404.mp3

With their Bond podcast nearly over, Ian and Adham are less than overjoyed that the penultimate episode of For Your Ears Only is devoted to talk about the franchise's uncertain future, and the 1967 spoof spy flick Casino Royale. Where 007 is a retired knight of the realm, Vesper Lynd is actually Honey Ryder, and Le Chiffre is a minor antagonist who delights in magic tricks. Pointless plot twists, characters that take the middle third off, and a burping Woody Allen are just some of the topics discussed. Also, the feedback is fully updated, and special announcements await about next month's final installment! [ 2:43:37 || 65.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/foryourearsonly/episodes/foryourearsonly_025.mp3

James and Mike conclude their discussion of Justice League by covering the series finale "Starcrossed." Think their final scores are a given? Tune in to find out! [ 1:48:24 || 47.7 MB ] The above is from: http://www.worldsfinestpodcast.com/episodes/wfp_077.mp3

Not only are three Siege tie-ins reviewed this week (Mighty Avengers #36, New Avengers #64, and Thunderbolts #143), but space and time are bent to accommodate one writer. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-127

This time around, Reddick & Sims takes a road trip to Bizarro World. While Des praises Marvel and gripes about DC, Mike has kind words about DC and harsh ones for Marvel. Also, Mike does the unthinkable. [ 1:28:42 || 40.9 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_403.mp3

It's a Greg Lamberson special here at Dread Media as Desmond and Darryll battle over the 1989 cult classic Slime City. But how do the two feel about its long-awaited sequel, the yet-to-be-released Slime City Massacre? Listen to find out. Plus, Desmond reviews Greg's latest novel, Frenzy Way. Slime songs aplenty: "Slime City Song" by Holy Mary Motor Club, "Slime City Massacre (Demo)" by Dead House Music, "Slime City Massacreeee" by Crankdaddy, "The Wolf is Loose" by Mastodon, and "I Melt With You" by Nouvelle Vague. Get slimy! [ 1:24:58 || 39.1 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_141.mp3

Dan and Mike take a look at two collections that could very much be set in the real world (The Question: Peacemaker and GI Joe: Cobra), then Ian stops by to have his say about the live action Speed Racer. [ 52:52 || 24.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_402.mp3

Kellen Scrivens blends scenes from Sailor Moon with "The Memory Remains" by Metallica and the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra to create his latest AMV! The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/videos/the-princess-and-the-goddess

In my quest to successfully enter the realm of anime / manga fandom, I've hit a few roadblocks. Most mainstream offerings are just too goddamn happy for a curmudgeon like myself, and a lot of the more action-oriented works still find a way to slug along at a painfully slow pace, stopping after every punch to let me know what the hero is thinking of having for breakfast the next morning. Video game tie-ins haven't faired much better, as the Street Fighter manga read like little more than a discarded Dragonball script. As you'd expect, this has left me little in terms of options. There was only one more chance to get me into anything not named Gantz; I needed to read some horror. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/a/parasyte-01

"Once upon a time, years and years ago, there was a little princess, and she was very sad, for her father and mother had died. Before the princess appeared a traveling prince riding upon a white horse. The prince wrapped the princess in a rose-scented embrace and gently wiped the tears from her eyes. 'Little one,' he said, 'who bears up alone in such deep sorrow, never lose that strength and nobility, even when you grow up. I give you this to remember this day. We will meet again. This ring will lead you to me one day.' Perhaps the ring the prince gave her was an engagement ring. This was all well and good, but she was so impressed by him that the princess vowed to become a prince one day. But was that really such a good idea?" The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/a/revolutionary-girl-utena

In this episode of Married to Movies, the hosts are cursed by the number 13 with a mediocre movie that has moments of greatness furiously tethered to the suck by boring crap: Sam Mendes' Away We Go. Desmond and Megan both love John Krasinski but can't stand Maya Rudolph. Where did the funny go? What is the pregnancy detail this film fails to realize? Listen to find out. [ 29:01 || 13.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/marriedtomovies/episodes/marriedtomovies_013.mp3

Because you demanded it, Kellen reviews Death Note: The Last Name. [ 35:36 || 16.5 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_050.mp3

It's really hard to describe Baccano!, because the plot in and of itself is extremely complicated. There are three storylines: one that revolves around the mafia and an elixir of immortality in 1930, one that involves a hostage situation aboard a train called the Flying Pussyfoot in 1931, and a girl's search for her missing brother in 1932. And for one episode the show focuses on a ship carrying alchemists headed for the New World. Though each episode contains multiple jumps from year to year, and all of these plots intertwine, the main focus is on the Flying Pussyfoot. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/a/baccano

Three of the six comics covered this week are The Brave and the Bold #33, Nova #36, and Ultimate Avengers #6. Also, Damien suffers. Badly. The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/iiwy/iiwy-126

Oil-based grappling, vehicular manslaughter featuring Matt Hardy, and the finer points of swimsuit trading. These are just a few of the topics covered in this edition of Extra Lives. Join Aaron and Damien as they once again take you on a journey you won't soon forget, tackling the two most significant events in Chrono Trigger along the way. Listen now. Magus commands it. [ 1:29:09 || 41.1 MB ] The above is from: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_401.mp3