The Long Live the Legion Podcast

Episode #15 - Computo the Conqueror!

Is Computo one of the Legion's most dangerous villains? Jim and Jay take a look at Computo's first appearance from Adventure Comics and his first reboot appearance in LSH Volume 4, compare and contrast the stories, and talk about what makes this epic villain tick. Did Legion creators drop the ball or did Computo reach his highest heights?

Episode #14 - The Legion of Super-Heroes Animated Series (Season 1)

Jim and Jay sit down in front of the TV and watch the first season of the Legion of Super-Heroes animated series from 2006. We talk about the changes to the characters, our favorite and least favorite episodes, and wonder if this series had the greatest Legion audience and the greatest Bouncing Boy appearances of all time. If you're a fan of the series and want to reminisce, this is the episode for you!

 

Legion Alert! Superman #28 Quick Take! - The Legion is back!

In this special edition of the Long Live the Legion podcast, Jim and Jay take a look at the newly-released Superman #28, part 1 of the Legion of Darkseid. What did they like? What didn't work?

Warning: Spoilers galore!

Episode #13 - Spotlight on Jim Shooter!

After hearing the sad news that comics legend Jim Shooter passed away, Jim and Jay decided to spend an episode talking about how important Shooter was to the Legion of Super-Heroes, Marvel Comics, and the comics industry in general. 

Show notes and sites to visit:

Jim Shooter blog: https://jimshooter.com/

Comics Archaeology: https://comicsarcheology.com/index.php/2025/05/13/intermission-legion-writers-on-the-legion/

https://comicsarcheology.com/index.php/2025/07/01/jim-shooter-1951-2025/

Martin Grey's Blog: https://dangermart.blog/

Matthew Elmslie's Legion Abstract blog: https://legionabstract.blogspot.com/

 

Episode #12 - The Reflecto Saga

Because no one asked for it, Jim and Jay dive deep into the Bronze Age Legion and uncover what is considered by many the worst Legion story of all time: The Reflecto Saga! We discuss whether it's worth reading, what the creative team was drinking at the time, if this contains the worst Steve Ditko artwork ever, and if there are any redeeming qualities whatsoever. Listen as Jim drowns his sorrows and Jay wonders if nostalgia is enough to get through it.

Episode #11 - Spotlight on Lightning Lad!

Jim and Jay take a look at the third member of the Legion trinity, Garth Ranzz! From his humble beginnings as Lightning Boy, to his death, resurrection, maiming, and mental breakdown, they discuss whether Lightning Lad is the unluckiest Legionnaire ever... or does he just suffer from having writers who don't like him very much? Join them as they take a closer look at one of the Legion founders!

Episode #10 - Legion Lost!

Jim and Jay take a look at the classic 12-issue mini-series Legion Lost. A bunch of Legionnaires are stuck in another galaxy, unable to get home, and they have to deal with new threats, a new ally, a horrible new villain, and some shocking surprises! What works in the series? What doesn't? And should you take the time to read it?

Episode #9 - Legends in Inertron: The most impactful Legion creators

Jim and Jay talk about the most important writers and artists in Legion history, discussing which talented creators have had the most impact on our favorite super-hero team. From the Silver Age to Modern day, are there 8 people who have risen above everyone else? We get into the nitty and the gritty, discussing which Silver, Bronze, and Modern creators have done work that stood the test of time.