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It's Christmastime, and Dan and Jonathan are here to cover three truly awful Christmas specials: "Cobra CLAWs Are Coming to Town" (GI Joe: A Real American Hero), He-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas Special, and "Have Yourself a Morlock Little X-Mas" (X-Men). [ 1:24:00 || 40.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_593.mp3

In episode 585, Mike looked at several recent Marvel publications, and today he does the same for DC. Those books are Batgirl #15, Talon #1, and Team 7 #3. [ 34:16 || 16.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_592.mp3

Things get weird the week before Christmas on Dread Media! First up, Desmond and Duane take a look at kids killing their parents for the holidays in The Children. Then Devil Dinosaur Jr. tells us all about what he would do to Caroline Munro in his Stay Scary review of Don't Open till Christmas. Then, a healthy does of Eurotrash erotica as Desmond gets a load of two Blu-rays by sleaze auteur Jess Franco: Female Vampire and Exorcism. Take a listen and then have a shower. There are songs as well: "The Kids Who Wanna Play With the Dead" by Lordi, "Fall Children" by AFI, "My First Christmas (As a Woman)" by The Vandals, "Zillion Dollar Sadist" by Turbonegro, and "Step Into Christmas" by The Business. [ 58:59 || 28.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_277.mp3

As the Advent Calendar moves closer to Christmas, today you'll hear three holiday-themed Power Records: Light Up the Tree, Mr. President; Christmas Carol Caper; and The Prisoner of Christmas Island. [ 49:25 || 24.2 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_591.mp3

From 08 September 1990 to 07 September 2002 Fox Kids was the home to some of the greatest children's programming of its era. Now with 10 years to reflect, Kellen Scrivens and Will Ackerman take a very thorough look at this treasure trove of childhood memories. [ 3:28:20 || 100.2 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_590.mp3

Who's this behind our Advent Calendar door? Why, it's Ian Wilson and his annual Comic Reel-lief year in review segment, with previews for the forthcoming year! Beware of kazoo-based time travel! [ 38:35 || 18.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_589.mp3

"Everyone needs a hobby." "So what's yours?" "Resurrection." After 30 months away, the distracting duo of Ian Wilson and Adham Fisher reunite to host a For Your Ears Only special for the 23rd Bond film: Skyfall. It's been a long time, but your hosts remain the same as they defy good taste and brevity to remain true to the podcast's original run. Which host remains hateful towards the reboot and gets pernickety about specific details about the London Underground system whilst his co-host bludgeons himself in the face with a paperback book? Yes, it's exactly who you think, but surprises are still to be had with a cameo from Pandy Wilson, a Bond song that Adham has yet to hear, and mispronunciations abound, particularly with regard to Ralph Fiennes. Remember, you had it coming. [ 5:08:59 || 148.4 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/foryourearsonly/episodes/foryourearsonly_027.mp3

Mike takes another trip to the 1990s, this time to examine one of the earliest Image miniseries: Jim Valentino's ShadowHawk. [ 35:26 || 17.7 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_588.mp3

Animezing Podcast wraps up 2012 with Kellen and Hannah reviewing the final four episodes of Puella Magi Madoka Magica ("I'd Never Allow That to Happen," "I Won't Rely On Anyone Anymore," "The Only Thing I Have Left to Guide Me," and "My Very Best Friend"). The hosts consider one of these episodes to be possibly one of the best pieces of anime ever produced, but to understand why, it's best you have a listen. [ 1:32:45 || 44.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/animezingpodcast/episodes/animezing_130.mp3

Nearly 15 years ago, with the launch of the Marvel Knights line, The Punisher was reinvented as an avenging angel. Now all these years later, Mike sits down to reevaluate the initial miniseries called The Punisher: Purgatory. [ 34:36 || 17.1 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_587.mp3

The Earth-2.net: The Show 2012 Advent Calendar rolls along, and today you'll hear two Steven Spielberg-related Read-Along Adventures: The Goonies and Gremlins! [ 33:20 || 16.4 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_586.mp3

In their last show for 2012, Ian and Dave watch two more episodes of Blake's 7. In "Animals," Dayna tries to recruit a scientist but discovers his obsession with creating cosplay yetis with comedy horns. She then gets brainwashed by Servalan in what becomes a pretty bad day. In "Headhunter," Avon tries to recruit a scientist but discovers the scientist has been killed by his own creation and is walking about wearing his head. Avon then gets electrocuted in what also turns out to be a pretty bad day. They also get an alternative newcomer's view of the show, the Orgs increase their feedback, and there is gratuitous use of the phrase "wank trifle." [ 1:58:54 || 57.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/shakeandblake/episodes/shakeandblake_024.mp3

Having fallen behind on Marvel, today Mike attempts to catch up by discussing All-New X-Men #1, Spider-Men #1-5, and Uncanny Avengers #1. [ 38:09 || 18.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_585.mp3

In an attempt to have as many reviewers as there are directors of V/H/S, Adam, Jeff, and Luke join Desmond for a second look at the found-footage anthology film. Then Devil Dinosaur Jr. introduces us to public domain proto-slasher Savage Weekend in a brand new Stay Scary. Desmond returns to go solo on what is sure to be lauded as a cinematic triumph of the ages: Osombie. There's a certain set of raucous kickass tunes this week for you: "The Price of Reality" by Amen, "Snuff" by Slayer, "Nervous Breakdown" by Rise Against, "You Can't Kill Terror" by GWAR, and "Take My Bones Away" by Baroness. [ 1:19:53 || 38.6 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_276.mp3

The Doctor heads back to New Earth, and this time he finds the planet's population trapped in a never-ending motorway ("Gridlock"). Then, The Doctor and Martha travel to Manhattan where they join forces with Spider-Man and Captain Panaka to fight off the evil menace of Scrotor and his army of facial penises ("Daleks in Manhattan" / "Evolution of the Daleks"). [ 1:11:50 || 34.8 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/biggerontheinside/episodes/bigger_105.mp3

For the ninth day of the Earth-2.net: The Show 2012 Advent Calendar, Mike presents four Hulk-themed Power Records: Black Chasm, Monster from the Deep, The Assassin, and Blind Alley. [ 48:33 || 23.9 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_584.mp3

With the homestretch in sight, PotterWatch continues as Aaron and Christian cover Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. [ 1:21:06 || 39.3 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_583.mp3

Shana's seen Dirty Dancing countless times, while this was Mike's first viewing. Does it hold up for The Wife, and what did The Husband think about this much-loved movie from 1987? Also, is Johnny Castle the best name ever? Hint: Yes. Yes it is. [ 1:11:28 || 34.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/forbetterorworse/episodes/forbetterorworse_010.mp3

The monthly segment that's far from being monthly is back with reviews of Conan the Barbarian #10, Judge Dredd #1, and Prophet #31. Mike also rants about My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic #1. [ 38:21 || 18.9 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_582.mp3

Borag Thungg, Earthlets, and welcome to the second edition of Shot Glass of Rocket Fuel, my 2000 AD review column. Last time I mentioned a wonderful narrative device that I don't believe had ever been used before. It's one that made amazing use of the anthology format, and must have required a massive effort to coordinate; it turned out that three of the strips (Judge Dredd, The Simping Detective, and Low Life) were actually connected. That may not seem so shocking, given they're all set in the same universe, but Mega-City One is a big bloody place. On top of that, Dirty Frank was on the moon! To read more, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/reviews/c/shot-glass-of-rocket-fuel/shot-glass-02.php

In this installment of Lunch Over Graphic Novels, the guys discuss The Crogan Adventures by Chris Schweizer. [ 27:57 || 13.9 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_581.mp3

It's Sherlock Holmes vs. Dracula! [ 1:31:19 || 44.5 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_580.mp3

It's time for Mike to read through the December Previews! [ 47:35 || 23.3 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_579.mp3

This month in Waiting for the Trade, Tom and Chris discuss Valentine: The Ice Death, Spider-Men, and Box Office Poison. [ 1:24:25 || 40.9 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/theshow/episodes/e2ts_578.mp3

Desmond's sick, but that's not stopping him from presenting a podcast with a theme so unique, it has never before been seen in horror podcasting! First, Duane joins us to take a look at the Aaron "Jimmy Olsen" Ashmore vehicle, The Shrine. Then Jeff joins us for a discussion of the Shawn "Iceman" Ashmore vehicle, The Day. That's right, a show dedicated to Canadian acting duo, the Ashmore Twins! Music included: "Faith Alone" by Bad Religion, "Sacrifice" by Motorhead, "The Day" by Murder By Death, and "Parasitic Twins" by The Dillinger Escape Plan. [ 1:25:47 || 41.4 MB ] To listen, click here: http://www.earth-2.net/podcasts/dreadmedia/episodes/dreadmedia_275.mp3