The Superman Super Show!
The Superman Super Show is your gateway to the thrilling, action-packed world of Golden Age Superman! Join hosts Ed and Steeven—two regular guys separated by half the United States but united by their love of comics—as they embark on a mission to read and discuss every Superman story from the very beginning. Starting with Action Comics #1, they’re working through every Golden Age adventure, one story at a time.
From battling mad scientists and mobsters to unraveling wild pulp-fiction plots, each episode dives deep into these early Superman tales—breaking down the action, the artwork, and the sheer over-the-top fun of the era. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering these stories for the first time, The Superman Super Show is here to bring you laughs, nostalgia, and plenty of superheroic excitement. So, put on your cape, tune in, and join the adventure!
Beginning April 7, 2025 - Golden Age Superman AND Post Crisis Superman episodes!
- Update frequency
- every 9 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 94
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Action Comics #29 (1940) | The Life Insurance Con | 53
In this twist-filled episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into The Life Insurance Con from Action Comics #29 (1940), where a seemingly simple case of tainted aspirin unravels into …
Superman #6: Part Four (1940) | The Construction Scam | 52
In this riveting episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dig into The Construction Scam from Superman #6 (1940), where corruption threatens the safety of Metropolis! When a department stor…
Superman #6: Part Three (1940) | Terror Stalks San Caluma | 51
In this jaw-dropping episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven tackle Terror Stalks San Caluma from Superman #6 (1940), where chaos erupts in the South American nation of San Caluma after a …
Superman #6: Part Two (1940) | Racketeering Terror in Gateston | 50
In this milestone 50th episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into Racketeering Terror in Gateston from Superman #6 (1940), where a small town becomes the battleground for a ruthless…
Superman #6: Part One (1940) | Lois Lane, Murderer! | 49
In this edge-of-your-seat episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into the thrilling tale Lois Lane, Murderer! from Superman #6 (1940). When Lois Lane is found at the scene of a grisl…
Action Comics #28 (1940) | The Strongarm Assaults | 48
Step right up for this thrilling episode of The Superman Super Show! Ed and Steeven explore The Strongarm Assaults from Action Comics #28 (1940), where Superman finds himself smack in the middle of a…
Action Comics #27 (1940) | Brentwood Home for Wayward Youth | 47
In this gripping episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven tackle Brentwood Home for Wayward Youth from Action Comics #27 (1940), where Superman confronts corruption and cruelty at a "rehabi…
Action Comics #26 (1940) | Professor Cobalt's Clinic | 46
In this whirlwind episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dissect the action-packed Golden Age tale, Professor Cobalt's Clinic, from Action Comics #26! When the phony Professor Cobalt trie…
New York World's Fair Comics #2 (1940) | Superman at the World’s Fair | 45
In this dazzling episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven take you back to the bustling wonder of the 1940 New York World’s Fair with Superman at the World’s Fair from New York World’s Fair…
Superman #5: Part Four (1940) | The Wonder Drug Racket | 44
In this adrenaline-fueled episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven take on The Wonder Drug Racket from Superman #5!
When respected citizen Morton Craig is arrested for theft, Clark Kent smel…
Superman #5: Part Three (1940) | Luthor's Incense Menace | 43
In this mind-bending episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into Luthor's Incense Menace from Superman #5 (1940), where the Man of Steel faces one of Lex Luthor’s most diabolical plo…
Superman #5: Part Two (1940) | The Campaign Against the Planet | 42
In this explosive episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven tackle the politically charged tale The Campaign Against the Planet from Superman #5 published in 1940! Corrupt politician Alex Ev…
Our Fourth Feedback Episode | 41
It’s time for another thrilling feedback episode on The Superman Super Show! Ed and Steeven take center stage to respond to listener comments, share stories, and dig into even more Superman-related f…
Superman #5: Part One (1940) | The Slot Machine Racket | 40
In this high-stakes episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven roll the dice on The Slot Machine Racket from Superman #5 (1940)! When Superman discovers a ruthless racketeer using rigged slot…
Our Third Feedback Episode | 39
In this jam-packed feedback episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive headfirst into listener comments, fan theories, and nostalgic reflections! From dissecting Golden Age storytelling …
Action Comics #25 (1940) | The Amnesiac Robbers | 38
In this spellbinding episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven unravel the mystery behind The Amnesiac Robbers from Action Comics #25 (1940). Bank messengers with no memory, disappearing for…
Action Comics #24 (1940) | Carnahan's Heir | 37
Step right up for another rollicking installment of The Superman Super Show, as Ed and Steeven unravel the drama-packed tale of Carnahan’s Heir from Action Comics #24 (1940). This time, the Man of St…
Superman #4: Part Four (1940) | Terror in the Trucker's Union | 36
Hold onto your steering wheels, folks, because in this thrilling episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into Terror in the Trucker’s Union, the fourth and final story from Superman #…
Superman #4: Part Three (1940) | The Economic Enemy | 35
In this electrifying installment of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven tackle the third story from Superman #4 (1940) — The Economic Enemy! Brace yourselves for a shocking tale of sabotage, skul…
Superman #4: Part Two (1940) | Luthor's Undersea City | 34
In this jaw-dropping episode of The Superman Super Show, Ed and Steeven dive into the second story from Superman #4 (1940) — Luthor's Undersea City! Hold on to your capes as Superman faces one of his…