Host Anthony Desiato digs into Pre-Crisis Lex Luthor, aka the mad scientist, as depicted across the Golden, Silver, and Bronze Ages of comics with guest Rich Roney.
Stories discussed include Luthor’s first red-haired appearance in “Action Comics” no.23, revised Silver Age origin (“How Luthor Met Superboy”) from “Adventure Comics” no.271, and the Lexor arc (“The Showdown between Luthor and Superman,” “The Team of Luthor and Brainiac,” “Luthor – Super-Hero!,” “The Death of Luthor,” and “Rebirth”).
This is Part 1A of “The Villain of the Story,” a multi-part event examining Superman’s ultimate opponent, Lex Luthor, across time and media. Come back for Part 1B in two days (6/9) as Anthony and guest Tyler Patrick (KRYPTON REPORT) consider Pre-Crisis Lex in film, TV, and animation. Remaining installments to follow on Tuesdays, aka our new release day!
Digging for Kryptonite is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Gregg Schigiel and theme music by Basic Printer.
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