The House of El: Superman, Smallville & The DCU
McFly Media GroupThe longest-running Superman and Smallville podcast since 2005, now celebrating DC Comics in TV and Film for over two decades. Dive into the legacy of The Man of Steel with reviews, interviews, news, history and analysis, shared with a mix of insight, humor and nostalgia. Your Fortress for Fandom for more than 20 years!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 354 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | After ShowsTV ReviewsTV & Film | |||
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Derek and Professor Michael Bailey of The Bailey Planet delve into the iconic storyline of The Death of Superman, exploring its profound impact on comic book history and fandom. They discuss personal memories, the unboxing of the new Absolute Edition... more
Justin from Epic Film Guys and The Burton Batcave enters The House of El for some World's Finest talk as he and Derek discuss various amounts of Batman news from The Brave and The Bold to The Batman Part II.
Panic in the Sky! Luke and Derek finally get on mic together for the first time in 2026 to talk all things DCU - the announcement of Brainiac in the Superman/Lex Luthor sequel "Man of Tomorrow," the rumors of Maxima returning to live action in the fi... more
Jenks stops by The House of El to talk all things James Gunn's DCU from Supergirl to Lanterns as he and Derek also discuss the state of movie-going in 2026 and even a little Marvel talk as Doomsday nears.
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- Keeping SHoE alive for (at least) another decade!
The guys that did the longest running (and greatest) show about Smallville are now back in Smallville again and I’m loving it. Followed them since the original and through Heroes and Terminator.
Apple Podcasts5maxwellsilverhammer14
United States2 months ago - Somebody Save Me!
I’ve been listening to Starkville House of El since Smallville’s last season and 15 years later I still listen to these guys talk about the show and Superman because they’re the best and the OGs!!!
Apple Podcasts5raphiscoolbutrude28United States2 months ago - THE Smallville/Superman podcast you’ve been looking for
I found the SHoE crew years after they started but can’t imagine not listening to Derek Luke and all the others with their incredible knowledge of my favorite TV show Smallville and getting to learn more about the history of Superman. If you’re looking to listen laugh and learn then House of El is for you!
Apple Podcasts51ParsleySageRosemaryUnited States2 months ago - Best Superman Podcast Around!
Been a long time listener, so I admit my bias, but Derek and the team at SHoE are awesome! Fun, friendly, likeable hosts that make a great show about my favorite hero (and other pop culture faves are mentioned a ton too). Check em out if you love fun stuff, especially Superman!
Apple Podcasts5Super-GaryUnited States8 months ago - Sterek Forever
I hadn't heard Derek and Steve together for a long time. Brings back many happy memories.
Apple Podcasts5RustyOwensUnited States10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #228 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Canada/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #134 |  Sweden/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  Denmark/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #210 |  Netherlands/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #212 |  Norway/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
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This podcast thoroughly explores the universe of Superman and the legacy of Smallville, offering engaging discussions on detailed analyses of various DC comics adaptations in television and film. Across episodes, hosts reflect on the enduring impact of these narratives, sharing insights into recent DC developments while also diving back into nostalgic moments that shaped the superhero genre. With a balance of humor and expert commentary, fans can expect passionate explorations of beloved characters and storylines alongside interviews from notable guests, making each episode an enjoyable experience.
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2. Brian Michael Bendis
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4. Andrew Aydin
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