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The Bailey Planet Podcast

Michael Bailey
Superman
DC Comics
Lois Lane
Lex Luthor
Christopher Reeve
Superman Returns
Smallville
Krypton
Superman and Lois
Batman
Superman II
Superman the Movie
Superman IV: the Quest For Peace
James Gunn
Superman III
Supergirl
Bronze Age
Silver Age
Superman/batman: Apocalypse
Action Comics

The Bailey Planet Podcast (the show formerly known as It All Comes Back to Superman) is the official podcast for The Bailey Planet website. It is also the main show for host Michael Bailey to talk about comics. Mainly he'll be talking about Superman, but other subjects will pop up from time to time. So Batman, Green Lantern, the Flash, the Hulk...all of these and more are eventually going to be on... more

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40 years ago this year John Byrne revamped Superman with a mini-series titled Man of Steel. This six issue mini-series is not only one of the most important events in the history of Superman, but was the foundation of what became "my era" of Superman... more

40 years ago this year John Byrne revamped Superman with a mini-series titled Man of Steel. This six issue mini-series is not only one of the most important events in the history of Superman, but was the foundation of what became "my era" of Superman... more

The road to the end of It All Comes Back to Superman continues with a conversation about...fashion.

Back in 1983, the Powers That Be decided to revamp two of Superman's bad guys. They had creators pitch their ideas and finally landed on Marv Wolfma... more

The road to the end of It All Comes Back to Superman starts here!

The show is wrapping up with episode 50, but there is so much fun to have until then and this episode is a lot of fun. Andrew Leyland (of Hey Kids Comics and The Amazing Spider-Man f... more

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Recent Guests

Stuart Milligan
Actor who voices Superman/Clark Kent in the Adventures of Superman (1990 BBC drama)
BBC/Adventures of Superman
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 47 - Man of Steel at 40 Part 2: The BBC Adventures of Superman
Stuart Mulrain
Friend and frequent collaborator discussing UK Superman audio productions
UK Superman audio community
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 47 - Man of Steel at 40 Part 2: The BBC Adventures of Superman
Chris Franklin
Co-host of Batman Knightcast; guest on Lex Luthor discussion
The Fire and Water Podcast Network
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 45 - Luthor and the Amazing Tri-Colored Power Armor
William Bernhardt
Award-winning author and legal thriller writer, author of The Superman Wars
Bernhardt Publishing (author)
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 43 - The Superman Wars - An Interview with William Bernhardt
Andrew Leyland
Friend and co-host who joined to discuss the crossover
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 42 - Marvel Treasury Edition #28 Featuring Superman and Spider-Man
Michael French
Founder of Retroblasting, YouTuber focusing on 1980s toys and cartoons
Retroblasting
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 41 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 24 - Superman (2025)
Mark Waid
Comic writer and creator
DC Comics, various publishers
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 40 - A Conversation With Mark Waid
Andy Leyland
Guest with deep knowledge of Spider-Man and comic history
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 37 - The Battle of the Century! Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man
Keith DeCandido
Award-winning author and panelist; guest on the episode
DragonCon contributor/author
Episode: It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 34 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 23 - Superman: The Man of Tomorrow

Host

Michael Bailey
Host of It All Comes Back to Superman, central figure behind Bailey Planet content and related networks.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 28 ratings
  • An old friend

    I’ve been listening to podcast about The Man of Steel for longer than I’d care to admit.

    During that time, one voice has been A constant. An authority. A guarantee of knowledge and of quality…and most of all…a reassuring presence.

    Mr Michael Bailey.

    Thank you Sir.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MungoBaobab
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A “Super” Podcast

    Just when you think there’s no one that likes Superman as much as you do, you find a podcast that proves you wrong. Great stuff for Super geeks everywhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pitwar
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • The Ultimate Shrine to Supes

    Love this podcast. Michael somehow is able to work seamlessly with guests AND handle episodes solo as well. A wonderful series of episodes celebrating the Man of Steel. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    8brett8
    United Statesa year ago
  • All fans should come back to this podcast

    Michael often talks about hearing from his wife Rachel that he doesn’t take compliments well, so I ask that he please bear with me for this review, as I am unable to leave an honest review for this show without being very complimentary of him. I met Michael several years ago at Dragon Con when Rebecca Johnson introduced us at a panel Michael was hosting. While we were waiting for the panel to commence, Michael launched into an impromptu session of Six Degrees of Superman. It was in this momen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClarksCreek
    United States2 years ago
  • Your Back!!

    So glad your back.. I hope this continues love listening to this and all your other shows

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oli_1974
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Positive community feel; insightful on legacy and publishing history.
Consistent production quality and strong host enthusiasm draw in loyal listeners.
Shows deep love for Superman with thorough analysis and affectionate tone.
Guests are well-chosen, bringing expertise and engaging perspectives.

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It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 47 - Man of Steel at 40 Part 2: The BBC Adventures of Superman
Q: What makes Milligan's performance stand out in this adaptation?
Milligan's Clark and Superman voices gradually settle into distinct, believable personas, with a commentary on how radio acting must carry emotion and characterization visually created in comics through dialogue, not just physical presence.
It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 47 - Man of Steel at 40 Part 2: The BBC Adventures of Superman
Q: How does the BBC adaptation differ from the comics in its pacing and structure?
The hosts explain that Maggs tightens the timeline, consolidating a seven-year arc into a cohesive radio narrative, while weaving in pre- and post-crisis elements and expanding key supporting characters to provide a richer radio-driven experience.
It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 32 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 21 - Reign of the Supermen
Q: What did you think of the score?
The score served to support the narrative without standing out prominently, with the exception of a notable Superboy moment featuring electric guitar, which sparked nostalgia for the 1990s.
It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 32 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 21 - Reign of the Supermen
Q: Where would you place this film in a hierarchy of Superman animated works?
He positioned it below Death of Superman but above other animated titles like Justice League and the Superman animated series, noting differences between media and the evolution of animation budgets.
It All Comes Back to Superman Episode 32 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 21 - Reign of the Supermen
Q: What did you think of the film overall?
The guest found it ambitious and faithful to the comics with strong voice acting, though he noted it wasn't perfect and compared it unfavorably to certain other DC projects in terms of budget and pacing.

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A deeply fandom-driven show centered on Superman and broader DC universe storytelling, creator history, and cross-media adaptations. Episodes range from historical analyses of iconic storylines and legal battles to in-depth interviews with comic creators and crossovers, often weaving personal anecdotes with critical context. The host nourishes long-form conversations, memorable guest lineups, and meticulous episode notes, resulting in a show that appeals to hardcore Superman fans, comic historians, and culture enthusiasts seeking thoughtful, enthusiastic coverage of legacy characters and their modern transformations.

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1. The Overlooked Dark Knight: The New Adventures
2. Hey Kids, Comics!
3. Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey
4. Lighting the Bat-Signal: A Batman Fan Journey
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The Bailey Planet Podcast launched 3 years ago and published 59 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Bailey Planet Podcast include:

1. Stuart Milligan
2. Stuart Mulrain
3. Chris Franklin
4. William Bernhardt
5. Andrew Leyland
6. Michael French
7. Mark Waid
8. Andy Leyland

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