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It All Comes Back to Superman

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
Silver Age
Bronze Age
Superman/batman: Apocalypse
Action Comics

Michael Bailey likes Superman. A lot. So much so that From Crisis to Crisis, the other Superman show he co-hosts with his friend, was not enough to contain his fandom for the Man of Steel. This erratic reaffirmation of Michael's Kryptonian faith covers everything about Superman that Michael loves about the character. Comics. Animation. Live action. Prose. Everything is on the table because no matt... more

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Recent Guests

Michael French
Founder of Retroblasting, YouTuber focusing on 1980s toys and cartoons
Retroblasting
Episode: Episode 41 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 24 - Superman (2025)
Mark Waid
Comic writer and creator
DC Comics, various publishers
Episode: Episode 40 - A Conversation With Mark Waid
Andy Leyland
Guest with deep knowledge of Spider-Man and comic history
Episode: 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: Episode 34 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 23 - Superman: The Man of Tomorrow
Henry Bernstein
Guest on the episode; a fellow Superman aficionado who dislikes the New 52 Superman
Episode: Episode 33 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 22 - Superman: Red Son
Meghan Fitzmartin
Writer/adaptor of All-Star Superman audio drama
DC-related projects (Tim Drake Robin, Dark Crisis Young Justice, etc.)
Episode: Episode 30 - Adapting All-Star Superman: A Conversation with Meghan Fitzmartin
Andrew Leyland
Guest, co-host of The Fantastic Cast
The Fantastic Cast
Episode: Episode 29 - The Fantastic Four Connection
Jerry Ordway
Comic book writer/artist who worked on Adventures of Superman and related Death of Superman material
DC Comics
Episode: Episode 28 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 20 - The Death of Superman (2018)
Jon Wilson
Friend and frequent podcast collaborator; long-time Superman podcaster
Episode: Episode 26 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 18 - Man of Steel

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Michael Bailey
Host of It All Comes Back to Superman; longtime Superman enthusiast and central figure of the show.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 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 States2 years ago

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Fans value the show's nostalgia and thorough coverage of crossovers and legacy stories.
Listeners praise the host for deep Superman knowledge and engaging guest interactions.
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#111
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Episode 28 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 20 - The Death of Superman (2018)
Q: Do you have a favorite scene or moment in the Death of Superman adaptation?
Ordway highlights the Bibbo restaurant sequence where Clark confesses to Lois that he is Superman as a standout moment, praising how the scene humanizes Clark and deepens the emotional stakes.
Episode 28 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 20 - The Death of Superman (2018)
Q: What is that like for you, that people keep coming back to it?
Ordway describes the ongoing attention to the Death of Superman as a sign that the story connected deeply with readers, noting how it launched a broader cultural conversation and sustained interest in the era's characters and themes.
Episode 34 - Moving Kryptonian Images Part 23 - Superman: The Man of Tomorrow
Q: What stood out most to you about the portrayal of Clark Kent in this film?
The hosts discuss Clark as a young man trying to figure out his place, arguing that the coming-of-age angle and his early years in Metropolis offer a fresh take that makes him relatable, even if some pacing and tonal choices feel uneven.
Episode 30 - Adapting All-Star Superman: A Conversation with Meghan Fitzmartin
Q: What was the biggest challenge in adapting Bizarro World and Samson and Atlas for audio?
The challenge was conveying the visual and language quirks of those sequences in audio, ensuring clarity and emotional resonance, which Meghan met by focusing on character-driven narration and emotion.
Episode 30 - Adapting All-Star Superman: A Conversation with Meghan Fitzmartin
Q: Why is All-Star Superman a good starting point for new readers?
She argues it's a contained story with many facets of Superman, acting as an entry point that invites readers to explore other eras and versions of the character without requiring prior extensive knowledge.

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A deeply fandom-driven, long-form discussion series focused on Superman across media—comics, film, animation, and related crossovers. Episodes frequently center on origin stories, major arcs, and cross-company collaborations, with staff and guest experts offering behind-the-scenes context, craft analysis, and personal recollections. The show blends scholarly lore with personal passion, often featuring guests who bring historical insight, adaptation critique, and pop-cultural storytelling perspectives. Notable strengths include a rigorous bibliographic approach to legacy material, affectionate nostalgia, and a willingness to critique editorial and creative choices within the broader Superman franchise. Potential listeners can expect thorough... more

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8. Jerry Ordway

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