The DC History-cast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 041 - Absolute Power #04
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we discuss the ending of Absolute Power and give a rundown of my favorite DC Crossovers of all time. We also d...
Episode 040 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #07
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I'm sorry this episode was a day later than usual! In this episode, we discuss the history of the Global Guardians, Amanda Waller's nefariou...
Episode 039 - Superman vol. 6, #18
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we examine the deal that Superman and Neron struck and the possible repercussions of that. We also briefly dis...
Episode 038 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #06
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we discuss the origin story of Celia "Jet" Windward, an obscure heroine who briefly appears in this ...
Episode 037 - Absolute Power #03
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we examine the legacy of heroism behind the name Air-Wave. We also guess at the identity of Barry Allen's...
Episode 036 - Green Arrow Vol. 7, #15
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week in the DC History Cast, we discuss the history of Arsenal's lover, Jade Nguyen, otherwise known as Cheshire. We also get into the old d...
Episode 035 - Superman vol. 6, #17
26 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this dynamic episode of the DC History Cast, we detail Zatanna's history and describe some of her greatest hits from over the years. We also t...
Episode 034 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #04
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we briefly discuss Voodoo's history, from before and after the character's integration into the DCU....
Episode 033 - Batman Vol. 3, #151
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we talk about the history of Bizarro and the current Absolute Power tie-in issue of Batman.
Episode 032 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #03
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we examine the history of Carol Ferris and discuss the ongoing Absolute Power storyline.
Episode 031 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #02
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Doom Patrol appears in this issue, so we take the opportunity to discuss that group's history along with the goings-on in this Absolute Power...
Episode 030 - Wonder Woman Vol. 6, #11
22 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we discuss Wonder Woman's complicated history, her present, and the events of this most recent Absolute P...
Episode 029 - Absolute Power: Task Force VII #01
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we look at Black Adam's history. We also give a brief synopsis of the issue at hand and discuss the ins a...
Episode 028 - Absolute Power #01
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History Cast, we delve into the background of the Amazo android and talk about Amanda Waller's devious machinations tha...
Episode 027 - Absolute Power-Ground Zero
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode starts with a recap of the Time Commander's biography, then follows with a short synopsis of Absolute Power: Ground Zero, before end...
Episode 026 - Batman/Superman-World's Finest #28
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look lovingly at Mister Mxyzptlk's history and then talk about where he and Bat-Mite first came from, as well as Neal Adams&a...
Episode 025 - Batman and Robin Vol. 3, #10
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the history of Damian "Robin" Wayne and the current issue of his adventures alongside his father.
Episode 024 - Birds of Prey Vol. 5, #10
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we briefly explore the background of Barda, then delve into the history of the Birds of Prey team and the goings-on in this current i...
Episode 023 - The Flash Vol. 6, #09
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this issue, we discuss the Flash Family, the revelations of this book, and other Flash Facts!
Episode 022 - Titans Vol. 4, #11
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we recap and discuss the events of Titans #11 and go over the history of Dr. Thomas Morrow.
Episode 021 - Red Hood-The Hill #04
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we examine the multiple stories of Jason Todd's origin and resurrection and discuss the goings on in this most recen...
Episode 020 - Batman Vol. 3, #147
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about where Batman has been over the past 85 years and where he is going at the end of this exciting issue.
Episode 019 - Absolute Power 2024 Free Comic Book Day Special Edition #01
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the DC History-cast, we explore the history behind Batman's Failsafe android and the titles that have been leading up to this ...
Episode 018 - Power Girl Vol. 3, #08
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Power Girl's origins as well as the recent changes in her characterization and physical appearance.
Episode 017 - Catwoman Vol. 5, #64
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we talk about Selena Kyle's origins, her recent acquisition of superpowers, and readers' willing suspension of disbelief, among o...
Episode 016 - Green Lantern Vol. 7, #10
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine the high points in the history of the Green Lantern Corps and talk about the events of this issue.
Episode 015 - Poison Ivy #21
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Ivy's pre-crisis origin and compare it to the new origin as given in this comic book. We also discuss Ivy's f...
Episode 014 - The Penguin #08
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we talk about where the Penguin is coming from as well as his family issues and what might be coming next for the character.
Episode 013 - Nightwing Vol. 4, #112
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about Nightwing, his history as Robin, and his relationship with Barbara Gordon.
Episode 012 - Suicide Squad-Dream Team #01
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we discuss the upcoming beginnings of the Absolute Power crossover and the appearance of Dreamer, the ancestor of the Legion's Dream G...
Episode 011 - Blue Beetle Vol. 10, #07
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we discuss the old-school origins of the Blue Beetle character, as well as the many contributions of Keith Giffen (R.I.P.) to the DCU...
Episode 010 - Amazons Attack Vol. 2, #05
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nubia is on our minds this week as we examine the Amazon Queen's origins and her modern-day adventures in Amazons Attack Vol 2, #05.
Episode 009 - Superman Vol. 6, #11
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk a little about why Superman is one of the greatest heroes ever as well as what makes Lex Luthor such a great villain.
Episode 008 - Wesley Dodds-The Sandman #05
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Wesley Dodds takes center stage this week as we talk about him and the latest issue of his comic book.
Episode 007 - Shazam! Vol. 5, #08
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we examine the latest issue of Mark Waid's acclaimed run on Shazam! We also learn a bit about the backstories of the characters ...
Episode 006 - Titans-Beast Wars #06
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is all about the finale of Titans-Beast Wars, with a focus on the origin and history of Amanda Waller
Episode 005 - Green Arrow Vol. 7, #08
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we take a stroll through Ollie Queen's history, his relationships with the "Arrow family," and the latest issue of his self-...
Epsiode 004 - John Constantine: Hellblazer: Dead in America #01
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we review John Constantine's history with Vertigo Comics and the DC Universe along the way to absorbing the comings and goings in his n...
Episode 003 - The Oustiders Vol. 5, #03
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, we discuss the densely packed latest issue of DC's Outsiders comic book, with a special focus on Kate "Batwoman" Kane...
Episode 001A - Error Correction
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
OOPS! I caught a mistake I made in my history lesson on Alan Scott in the first episode. I regret the error, and I hope this clears up any confusion. ...
Episode 002 - Kneel Before Zod #01
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a gander at the first issue of DC's first-ever Zod-centric mini-series. It's a wild ride, so come join us!
Episode 001 - Justice Society of America Vol. 4, #08
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For our inaugural episode, we examine DC's Justice Society of America vol.4, #08, cover dated February 2024.