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Always Hold On To Smallville is a podcast dedicated to discussing every episode of the series that ushered in the renaissance of superhero TV...Smallville! This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5495171/advertisement
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Nick Ryan Magdoza as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails and podcast reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donot…
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It's our twenty first Superman Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to talk the casting of David Corenswet as Clark Kent and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane in Superman: Legacy! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by lis…
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This week Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite to discuss the one hundred seventy fourth episode of Smallville, "Doomsday." They talk their personal history with the episode, Lois' early removal from the story, Clark and Doomsday's frustratingly short and very disappointing final battle, the infamous Henry James Olsen revea…
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This week Zach is joined by Anthony Polinick from The Grund to discuss the one hundred seventy third episode of Smallville, "Injustice." They talk series' first version of the Injustice League, complete the Smallville Mount Rushmore of poorly adapted characters, the point of this season apparerntly being trying to get Clark to kill, and the goofy e…
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This week Zach is joined by Tyler Patrick from Krypton Report to discuss the one hundred seventy second episode of Smallville, "Beast." They talk deleted scenes, Dr. Hamilton's growing role on the series, Jimmy at his lowest point, and some serious timing issues in the story. When looking at our pictured and holding our hair isn't enough anymore, l…
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This week Zach is joined by Nicole Sousa from The Wall of Weird to discuss the one hundred seventy first episode of Smallville, "Stiletto." They talk Nicole's Smallville fandom, the series' wasting of such as important character like Bruno Mannheim, Jimmy Olsen's current lot in life, and the journalistic ethics on reporting about yourself as a supe…
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This week Zach is joined by Matthew Rocca to discuss the one hundred seventieth episode of Smallville, "Eternal." They talk message boards, The Joker, retcons, retcons OF retcons, Davis' origin, and Lex's last appearance for a while! Always Hold On To Smallville is the only podcast that fell to Earth during the meteor shower! EPISODE ROUNDUP Zach's…
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This week Zach is joined by Matt Tuex from Always Hold On To DC's Legends Of Tomorrow and Rae to discuss the one hundred sixty ninth episode of Smallville, "Hex." They talk Zantanna's first appearance in live action, Chloe literally becoming Lois, a crazy Lex Luthor resurrection theory, and this episode's six minutes of deleted scenes! Your wish is…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and DJ Doena to discuss the one hundred sixty eighth episode of Smallville, "Infamous." They talk DJ's Superman and Smallville fandom, Tess' machonations (and vunerability?), the gaslighting of Henry James Olsen, and what might be the series' all-time worst plotline. Get your pro…
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This week Zach is joined by Matt Truex from Always Hold On To DC’s Legends of Tomorrow to discuss the one hundred sixty seventh episode of Smallville, "Infamous." They talk the return of everyone's favorite meteor freak Linda Lake, how exactly her powers work, Clark revealing his secret to Lois (and the world), and wher Clois is relationship wise a…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow, Matt Truex from Always Hold On To DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and Matthew Rocca to discuss the one hundred sixty sixth episode of Smallville, "Requiem." They talk Toyman, the suprisingly effective Darth Lex, Oliver Queen's role in murdering "Lex Luthor," and Lana Lang's final exit…
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This week Zach is joined by Meredith Borders from Fangoria to discuss the one hundred sixty fifth episode of Smallville, "Power." We talk the influence (or lack thereof) of Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li, the show avoiding the word Phoenix for some reason, Clark's habit of calling DVDs "discs" time after time, and Lana's ascension to herodom…
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This week Zach is joined by Chris Fuchs from Always Hold On To Star Wars to discuss the one hundred sixty fourth episode of Smallville, “Bulletproof." They talk Dan Turpin's first (and suprisingly only) appearance on the series, Clark and Oliver not seeing eye to eye, Tess breaking away from Lex, and the questionale morality of the Metropolis PD. N…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Chris Clow from The Comic Binge to discuss the one hundred sixty third episode of Smallville, “Legion." They talk Geoff Johns' Smallville debut, the Legion of Superheroes, peak Brainiac on the series, the mysterious fate of Chloe Sullivan, and much more! Long live the latest …
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to finish off the most recent mailbag and read listener emails and podcast reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Part 2 of 2! Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/do…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails and podcast reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Part 1 of 2! Check out Lance on Always Hold On To Arrow: spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpo…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred sixty second episode of Smallville, “Bride." They talk in media res via a wedding video, the first reveal of Smallville's Doomsday, Lang Lang's return, and the epic tease of Lex Luthor. Listen to the latest Always Hold On To Smallvilleon wifi bro! Check…
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This week Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis from Always Hold On To DC’s Legends of Tomorrow to discuss the one hundred sixtiy first episode of Smallville, “Abyss." They talk James Cameron connections, Brainiac, revisiting moments from previous episodes, and if Davis wasn't so nice a guy after all. Don't forget the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! …
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This week Zach is joined by Ronit Troner to discuss the one hundred sixtieth episode of Smallville, “Bloodline." They talk Laura Vandervoort's return to the series, the series' return to the Phantom Zone, glammed up Lois as Faora, and suggest some rewrites that might've improved the episode. The latest Always Hold On To Smallville is always with yo…
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This week Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite and Tyler Patrick from Krypton Report to discuss the one hundred fifty ninth episode of Smallville, “Identity." They talk the gaslighting of Henry James Olsen, Oliver and Clark's dynamic this season, them doing the same trick from "Hydro" just in reversed roles, and how much we…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Jason Skipper to discuss the one hundred fifty eighth episode of Smallville, “Prey." They talk Jason's Smallville and Superman fandom, Chloe leading a self-help group, the escalation of Davis' story, and an unexpected appearance from a future Arrow star! You're not the only f…
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This week Zach is joined by Luke Bugg aka. The Geek Of Steel to discuss the one hundred fifty seventh episode of Smallville, “Committed." They talk Lois and Clark's dynamic at this point in the series, Chloe and Jimmy's extravagant engagement party, Jimmy's parents "not existing," and Tess and Oliver reconnecting. Don't lie about listening to the l…
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This week Zach is joined by Michael Bailey from From Crisis to Crisis: A Superman Podcast to discuss the one hundred fifty sixth episode of Smallville, “Instinct." They talk Michael's Smallville fandom, the first and only live action Maxima, compare her to her comic book counterpart, and reveal that the series wasn't the first time Smallville was c…
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This week Zach is joined by Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss the one hundred fifty fifth episode of Smallville, “Toxic." They talk Oliver's flashbacks, compare Smavllille's version of the Green Arrow's origin to Arrow's, and sing the praises of Cassidy Freeman as Tess! You only have 12 hours to listen to the latest Always Hol…
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This week Zach is joined by John Lee Brody and Davis Bloome himself, Sam Witwer to discuss the one hundred fifty fourth episode of Smallville, “Plastique." They talk Sam's first appearance on the series, his approach to the character, how he almost came back for season nine, and much more! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville boldly goes where n…
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This week Zach is joined by Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite to discuss the one hundred fifty third episode of Smallville, “Odyssey." They talk the series' new direction in season eight, the slew of returning guest stars, the logistics of Clark losing and regaining his powers yet again, and how Cassidy Freeman so effortlessly steps into …
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It's our eighth Snyder Cut Special! Zach is joined by Daryn Kirscht to discuss his book, The Snyderverse Saga! Buy The Snyderverse Saga on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daryn-Kirscht/e/B09K549KGD/ref=aufs_dp_fta_dsk Check out Daryn's website: http://darynkirscht.com/ And listen to his podcast Round II: https://roundiithefilmsequel.buzzsprout.com/1…
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It's our twentieth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis and Tom Gehrke, who created our awesome logo as well as a lot of the other artwork you see around the podcast, to discuss the Arrowverse. They talk Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, Legends of Tomorrow, Black Lightning, Batwoman, and Superman & Lois. The current state of these series, o…
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This week Zach is again joined by Lance Laster and Nick Ryan Magdoza to finish off the most recent mailbag and read listener emails and podcast reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Part 2 of 2! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Nick Ryan Magdoza as we open up the mailbag and read listener emails and podcast reviews! Thank you all so very much for your feedback, and if you want your thoughts read on air...leave us some for next time! Part 1 of 2! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod Al…
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Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss Smallville: Visions! They talk this choose-your-own-adventure comic book, how it ties into the events of "Hero," and gush about Let's Be Cops! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod Always Hold On To Smallville is brought you to by liste…
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Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow to discuss Kara and the Chronicles of Krypton! They talk these animated mini-sodes that tell the story of the last days of Krypton, Zor-El and Kara's backstory, and go on a lot of tangents! Check out Always Hold On To Arrow: https://www.spreaker.com/show/donotfailourpod Always Hold On To S…
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This week Zach is joined by Craig Byrne, webmaster of Kryptonsite and K-SiteTV and author of several companion books on the series, and Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the one hundred fifty second episode of Smallville, “Arctic." They talk Michael Rosenbaum’s departure from the series, Brainiac as Kara, the l…
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This week Zach is joined by Rob O'Connor from the All Star Superfan Podcast to discuss the one hundred fifty first episode of Smallville, "Quest." We talk Rob's Superman and Smallville fandom, a valiant attempt at retroactive continuity, the Teague family, Star Trek: Voyager, Clark's wardrobe, and much more! You don't need a cryptograph to listen t…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Rae to discuss the one hundred fiftieth episode of Smallville, "Apocalypse." We talk Rae and her Smallville fandom, President Lex, the Clark/Lois dynamic, Smallville props, and much more! You cannot change the course of the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Alway…
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This week Zach is joined by Tom Gehrke, who created our awesome logo as well as a lot of the other artwork you see around the podcast, to discuss the one hundred forty ninth episode of Smallville, "Sleeper." We talk the bait-and-switch promo, secret agent Jimmy Olsen, the logistics of time travel, and much more! Don't sleep on the latest Always Hol…
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This week Zach is joined by Ryan Unicomb to discuss the one hundred forty eighth episode of Smallville, "Descent." We talk Ryan's Smallville fandom, the death of Lionel and its aftermath, the return of young Alexander as Lex's conscience, and some of the greatest Clark/Lex moments of the entire series. THIS IS (the latest Always Hold On To) SMALLVI…
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It's our nineteenth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Chris Clow from The Comic Binge to discuss the Superman '78 comic book series. They talk where it fits into continuity with the Christopher Reeve Superman movies, recapturing the feel of that world, expanding its mythology, and more! Check out Chris on... The Comic Binge: https://www.youtube.c…
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It's our fourth Arrow Special! Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow to go through each episode of Arrow's fourth season and discuss if they're a bullseye, a miss, off the mark, or if they failed this city. Can Smallville ties the series at 2-2 deficit? Tune in and find out! Do not fail this podcast, and al…
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This week Zach is joined by Craig Byrne, webmaster of Kryptonsite and K-SiteTV and author of several companion books on the series, and Matt Truex from Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman to discuss the one hundred forty seventh episode of Smallville, "Veritas." The Writers Guild of America strike in 2007 almost made this the season seven …
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This week Zach is joined by Matthew Rocca to discuss the one hundred forty sixth episode of Smallville, "Traveler." We talk all things Lionel (hair, motivations, character arc), how Veritas fits into the established continuity of the series, Patricia Swann, and even some Chlois! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville will bring great change to the…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster and Kevonte Chilous from Always Hold On To Arrow and Tom Gehrke, who created our awesome logo as well as a lot of the other artwork you see around the podcast, to discuss the one hundred forty fifth episode of Smallville, "Hero." We talk the return of Pete Ross, the use of Stride gum in the episode as arguab…
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This week Zach is joined by Matthew Rocca to discuss the one hundred forty fourth episode of Smallville, "Fracture." We recap the top ten episodes of the series (as voted by you...the people), how this episode features some of Smallville's most emotional scenes, and it's THE FIRST APPEARANCE OF THE VERITAS WINDOW! If you lose the latest Always Hold…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Tricia Ennis to discuss the one hundred forty third episode of Smallville, "Siren." We talk Black Canary and Smallville's interpretation of her, Green Arrow's return to the series, the current state of Lana's character and her relationship with Clark, and more! The latest Alw…
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This week Zach is joined by Chris Clow from The Comic Binge and Anthony Desiato from Digging for Kryptonite to discuss the one hundred forty second episode of Smallville, "Persona." They talk Brainiac's reemergence, the characterization of Bizarro, his relationship with Lana, Marc McClure's return to the world of Superman, and much more! The latest…
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This week Zach is joined by Luke Winch from Observing the Pattern: A Fringe Podcast to discuss the one hundred forty first episode of Smallville, "Gemini." We talk the secret origin of Grant Gabriel, movie plot inspirations, that bizarre twist at end of the episode, and much more! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville works is the best Secret San…
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This week Zach is joined by Ronit Troner to discuss the one hundred fortieth episode of Smallville, "Blue." We talk the logistics of cloning and resurrection, the bad optics of Lois dating her boss, Kara's nonsensical disappearance and amnesia at the end of the episode, and much more! The latest Always Hold On To Smallville isn't just a replicant! …
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It's our eighteenth Superman Special! Zach is joined by Tricia Ennis to discuss the two-part series finale of Supergirl, "The Last Gauntlet" and "Kara." They talk their thoughts on the series as a whole, callbacks to earlier seasons in the finale, if this felt like an appropriate wrap up for the series and its titular character, Smallville comparis…
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This week Zach is joined by Lance Laster from Always Hold On To Arrow and Casey Cochran to discuss the one hundred thirty ninth episode of Smallville, "Wrath." We talk the power-transfer-via-lightning working a bit differently this time around, the beginning of Grant Gabriel and Lois Lane's epic romance, a what-if Imagine Dragons soundtrack for thi…
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This week Zach is joined by Matt Latham from Pick A Disc to discuss the one hundred thirty eighth episode of Smallville, "Lara." We talk Helen Slater, flashbacks, the dysfunctional family dynamics of the House of El, hidden pictures, and much more! A true Kryptonian embraces the latest Always Hold On To Smallville! Check out Matt's podcast Pick A D…
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