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Shazam! Captain Marvel Panel with Roy Thomas, Jackson Bostwick at Big Apple Comic Con
Captain Zorikh hosts the panel "How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Captain Marvel" with Roy Thomas, Jackson Bostwick, and Richard Lee at the Big Apple Comic Con, March 11, 2017 in NYC. In this discussion Thomas (From Marvel & DC Comics) and Bostwick (from the TV show "Shazam!") discuss their parallel histories with the Captain Marvels with which they were involved.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Jackson Bostwick will be appearing this weekend of August 7th, 2021 at Eternal Con in Long Island, New York. He will be doing a Q&A on Saturday at noon in the main room and will be available for autograph and photo opportunities. Click on the image to take you to their webpage.
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Isis "...And Now You Don't" October 23, 1976
Isis and Captain Marvel must team up to stop an out of control weather device from wrecking havoc on the town.
John and Richard wrap up their reviews of the two iconic television series of the 70s that we loved so much - Shazam! and The Secrets of Isis. In addition to the review, the two discuss the potential for an animated follow-up to Shazam, the fandom, and the future of the podcast.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Jealousy is a terrible feeling and one that can lead you to doing terrible things."
Guest Cast
Jerry Douglas as Inspector Bryce
Ben Frank as The Professor
Michael Blodgett as Sam
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John Davey as Captain Marvel
And introducing the Super Sleuths
Evan Kim as C.J Howe
Craig Wasson as Feather
Ranji as Ranji
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Isis "Now You See It..." October 16, 1976
Rick is accused of stealing a top secret weather control device and it's up to The Super Sleuths to prove his innocence. So how do Isis and Captain Marvel fit in all this?
John and Richard begin the first of the two-part finale of The Secrets of Isis with "Now You See It..." In this episode, they discuss Brian Cutler's opportunity to play straight after several episode where he was the comedic foil, the potential for a Super Sleuths show, and why the end of the series at this point makes sense.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Never take the law into your own hands. When you have evidence, share it with the proper authorities."
Guest Cast
Jerry Douglas as Inspector Bryce
Ben Frank as The Professor
Michael Blodgett as Sam
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John Davey as Captain Marvel
And introducing the Super Sleuths
Evan Kim as C.J Howe
Craig Wasson as Feather
Ranji as Ranji
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Shazam! "Out of Focus" October 16, 1976
An aspiring filmmaker captures a robbery on film. Now, the thieves are out to get the film, but he sees it as his ticket to success in a local film festival. Can Captain Marvel and Isis ensure this film makes it to the screen while keeping the young Spielberg safe?
It's the final episode of the Shazam! series as John and Richard discuss the location of this particular episode, the professionalism of Michael Gray, the clunky resolution to a story that Isis could have solved with a simple incantation, and Shazam/Isis fandom. Plus: We have two flashbacks of our own in this episode!
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “We've all been faced by temptation - a chance to win a contest, maybe cheat on an exam or make some easy money in a dishonest way, but most of us know better than to fall for things like that. In today's story, Jim learned what Zeus meant when he said, 'Those who act dishonestly to win, walk in disgrace, perhaps even in danger.' So play it safe and play it smart. Don't be fooled by temptation. The honest way is the best way."
Guest Cast
Andrew Stevens as Jim
Nancy Morgan as Kathy
Richard Stanley as Marty
Cliff Wilson as Len
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Joanna Cameron as Andrea Thomas/Isis
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Isis "Year of the Dragon" October 9, 1976
A Chinese teen wins a prize for a competition at school and tries to avoid having her father show up for the awards ceremony. She goes to such lengths to avoid it that she places herself and her father in danger.
John and Richard are back in the RV and making their final stops along the highways and byways of the land exploring those two Saturday morning series of the 70s we loved as kids - Shazam! and the Secrets of Isis. We continue with an Isis episode, "Year of the Dragon". In it, the two discuss how 1976 was the Year of the Dragon, the Chinese stereotypes, and are confused by what the character of Julie has to be ashamed of in her father when he seems really cool.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Always show pride for your culture and do not let a generational divide determine how you view your culture."
Guest Cast
Victor Song Yung as Mr. Chen
Roger Kern as Dave Parkes
Jeanne Joe as Julie Chen
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Shazam!
"The Sound of a
Different Drummer"
October 9, 1976Curtis is a young man blessed with great shortstop skills in baseball, but he prefers to focus his practice time on being a violinist. His teammates have other ideas and will stop at nothing to get him to play in an important game. Will Billy, Mentor, Captain Marvel, and Maury Wills himself be able to make this situation right?
It's the penultimate episode of the Shazam! series as John and Richard discuss the waning years (in John's opinion) of baseball, the missed potential in the cat, Polecat, and which actor the Mego Shazam! figure looks like.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “Billy: Maury Wills is one of the most respected men in baseball, not just because he was a great player, mostly because he respects others. You know, in some ways, all of us are different, but in one way we're all alike. We all want people to like and to respect us.
Maury Wills: That's right, Billy. And the way to bring that about is to treat others as you would like them to treat you. It's called, do unto others and it means, if you give respect, you'll get it back."Guest Cast
Eric Laneuville as Curtis
Benny Medina as Dennis
David Doremus as Jerry
Lenore Kingston as Adele Sauber
Ed Fury as Guard
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Maury Wills as Maury Wills
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Isis "The Cheerleader" October 2, 1976
A student at school cheats on a chemistry test and then frames the head of the cheerleading squad in the hopes of taking over the position.
John and Richard are back in the RV and making their final stops along the highways and byways of the land exploring those two Saturday morning series of the 70s we loved as kids - Shazam! and the Secrets of Isis. We start with an Isis episode, "The Cheerleader" where John and Richard discuss the hairstyles of the 70s, the popularity of guest star Laurette Spang, and the inconsistent practical effects.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Taking shortcuts to get what you want never works out the way you planned."
Guest Cast
Laurette Spang as Ann
Danil Torppe as Tom
Colleen Camp as Wynn
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Isis "The Class Clown" September 25, 1976
Isis tries to convince a young man that while his practical jokes may be humorous and have no malicious intent, they can lead to disaster.
We have to ask, didn't we cover this story in the last season? And didn't the previous story, "Funny Gal" do it better? John and Richard sit down to discuss what is a technically proficient story that hits all the beats, but in the end feels like a retread of themes from the previous season. In addition, they also talk about the unlikability of the guest character.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Practical jokes may have no harmful intent, but when not thought out can lead to disaster."
Guest Cast
Alvin Kupperman as Rudy
David Cole as Stanley
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Albert Reed as Dr. Barnes
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Shazam! "Ripcord" September 25, 1976
Bill is a young boy who is in a hurry to grow up so that he too can skydive like his older brother. The problem is, he's in so much of a hurry, he doesn't always think and gets himself and his brother into trouble. Can Billy help Bill see how wrong he is or will it take an act that gets his brother in danger for him to see the error of his ways?
John and Richard discuss the Mego line of toys that features Captain Marvel, the brevity of the episode in terms of length of story time, and John's horrible flashbacks to Jaime Sommers' skydiving accident.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “Sometimes there are things that a kid wants to do but he's too young for. Be patient. We grow up a lot sooner than we think."
Guest Cast
James Daughton as Larry Sherwood
Patrick Labyorteaux as Bill Sherwood
Susan Pratt as Dorothy Kaufman
William Bryant as Harry Miller
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Isis "The Hitchhikers" September 18, 1976
Isis must convince two teens about the dangers of hitchhiking because the reckless activity costs them their lives.
We're back to our reviews of Isis with a look at the second episode of the second season. John and Richard discuss how this episode might play out if it were produced today, they argue over whether or not hitchhiking is relevant today in an Uber society, and the film techniques used to make this episode.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "Hitchhiking is a dangerous activity. You should never get in a car unless you absolutely know and trust the person driving the vehicle."
Guest Cast
Jewel Blanch as Hope
Barry Miller as Charlie
Lynn Tufeld as Joanne Clayton
Brad David as Steve
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Shazam! "Bitter Herbs" September 18, 1976
Yale is a teen who wants to join an outdoor group called "The Overlanders". But one of the leaders has a problem with this because Yale and his family are Jewish. What he doesn't know is that Yale's father is also helping Mexican authorities with smuggling of religious artifacts across the border.
We're back with our first review in over a year and we start off with one of the best episodes in the series. John and Richard discuss the stunt flying that reminded John of Jackson Bostwick's work in the first season, how this episode stands out for how it handles the theme of tolerance compared to other shows of the 70s, and the unprecedented three appearances of Captain Marvel in this episode.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “Prejudice and bigotry are two words that mean not liking somebody, calling them names because they different somebody. It's pretty silly. In some ways, all of us are different, in others, we're all the same. The important thing about a person is not the color of his hair or his skin, or his religion, whether he's tall of short, skinny or fat. What is important is something called character. Ask yourself is he honest? Does he care about others? Is he good? If the answers yes, call him friend."
Guest Cast
Lindin Chiles as Orin Clyde
Milt Kogan as Jack Michaels
James Van Patten as Harry
David Gruner as Yale Michaels
Darel Glaser as Joe Olveira
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After a near year-and-a-half absence, the podcast returns. Before John and Richard set off once again in the RV to travel the highways and the byways of the land discussing those two iconic shows we love so much, they need to do a little house cleaning, or RV cleaning, if you will.
They discuss DC's decision to cancel a planned release of the classic Monster Society of Evil, Shazam! in HD on DC Universe, the fate of DC Universe, the fate of Isis in a modern world, and the recent Shazam movie.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
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Shazam! "Finders Keepers" October 2, 1976
A pair of Catholic School girls discover a chest of stolen money on the beach. They decide to keep it with the best of intentions for it, but the thieves who stole it want it back and will do anything to make that happen, including kidnapping the girls and Mentor. It's up to Captain Marvel and Isis to save the day.
It's another great cross-over episode as Joanna Cameron guest stars as Andrea Thomas and Isis! And so we decided to make the podcast just as special. Shazam! series star, Michael Gray, joins us to discuss the episode, working with Joanna Cameron and Tut the bird, "Big John" the stunt double for John Davey in this episode, the talent of Les Tremaine, and the lost Christmas outtakes reel.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “Laura and Kate learn that doing something wrong, even if it's for a good reason, doesn't make it right. A wrong deed is usually the beginning. You find yourself trying to cover it up and then the wrong deed has lead to lies and then they get bigger and bigger. Most of the time we can tell right from wrong, so don't try to fool yourself. Stick to the right way. It's the best way. "
Guest Cast
Dran Hamilton as Sister Mary Catherine
Carol Ann Williams as Kate
Susan Madigan as Laura
Darwin Joston as Jasper
Bill Death as McSween
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Joanna Cameron as Andrea Thomas/Isis
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Isis "Seeing Eye Horse" September 11, 1976
Noah is a teenager who has been recently struck blind. His passion, riding horses, seems to be elusive to him, but Andrea and Rennie are determined to change that attitude by introducing Noah to a seeing eye horse. Just how resourceful is this horse when Noah finds himself in trouble and his ranch in danger of burning down?
Our look at the first episode of the second and final season of The Secrets of Isis is met with a mix of feelings between John and Richard. One of the two is not impressed at all with what he's seeing, while the other acknowledges that there are issues with the episode, but feels the message is important and relevant today, making it a better episode. The two discuss the revamped theme song, the Viewmaster reels that were developed from this story, the weak introduction of Ronalda Douglas as Rennie Carol, Isis' new hairdo, and the trope of heroic blind people in 70s television. Plus, just how familiar is that ranch house in this episode to John?
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "A handicap does not mean the end of a person's means of living. Knowing you have a support base can mean the difference when it comes to doing anything you want in this world."
Guest Cast
Greg Elliot as Noah Schuster
Kathleen O'Malley as Mrs. Schuster
James Griffith as Dr. Blandford
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Shazam! "The Contest" September 11, 1976
Glen has a chance to win a new motorcycle, but the means of winning may prove more than Glen is willing to commit. He learns a hard lesson when his desire to win almost costs the life of a another person.
We start off the final season of Shazam! with a story that does work in today's world. John and Richard discuss how there are those in this instant world who aren't willing to work for something they desire. They also discuss what may be the worst stunts in the series, the odd choice to use a new voice over for Billy's transformation, and the caliber of guest stars this particular episode has. And finally, just what is a pizza-flavored malt?
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: “Just about anything worthwhile has to be worked for, and earned. If it's worth having, it's worth waiting for."
Guest Cast
Mark Montgomery as Glen
Dennis Olivieri as Fred
William Campbell as Officer Ken Taylor
Walker Edmiston as Bob Rose
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Isis "Dreams of Flight" December 13, 1975
Chala likes to design airplanes and wants to enter the school competition, but her competition is willing to go to any lengths to make sure she doesn't. To make matters worse, Chala's brother is not supportive of her "Dreams of Flight".
We come to the end of the first season of Isis with a story whose moral doesn't exactly match the plot. Is this a story about accepting that all people are deserving of respect or is this a story about accepting that woman are as capable of doing anything a man can do? John and Richard discuss this as well as the the story arc of Cindy Lee and the conclusion of the first season of Isis.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "People who come from different backgrounds or from different countries deserve the same respect we give everyone else. Putting someone down because they speak a different language or are a different color just doesn't make sense. What does make sense is treating people just the way we want them to treat us."
Guest Cast
Cynthia Avila as Chala
Paul Hinkley as Mark
Tom Williams as Bill
Fabian Gregory as Raoul
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With the conclusion of our reviews of DC Comics' 1977 run of The Mighty Isis comic series, we're proud to present our interview with The Mighty Isis writer Jack C. Harris. Harris talks with us about how he got the assignment to write the book, the abrupt cancellation, and his plans with the series had it moved forward. Plus, we talk Kamandi and Captain Marvel in this all new episode.
Jack C. Harris was born in 1947. He received a B.F.A. from the Philadelphia University of the Arts. He began working in comic books as an assistant editor at DC Comics. He went on to become a comic book writer and editor, working for DC Comics and later Marvel Comics, among others. He taught History of the American Comic Book at Philadelphia College of Art from 1973-1975. In the early 1980s, he was the Art Director for Licensing International Magazine, and in 1985 he became its Managing Editor. From 1985 through 1992 he wrote books, primarily children's books. He briefly returned to DC Comics in the early 1990s to write The Ray series with Joe Quesada. He is currently an instructor at the School of Visual Arts in New York, NY.
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Isis "Scuba Duba" December 6, 1975
Steve is a member of Rick's scuba diving club, but he's not one to listen to rules. In doing so, he risks his life and it's up to Isis to save him.
We conclude our reviews of the DC Comics 1970s run of The Mighty Isis, with a look at a story that appears to set things back to normal. Andrea has returned to school with Rick and is teaching once again, but there are new wrinkles that affect the storyline and will not be resolved.
Plus, we announce the winners of our Isis comic giveaway.
Next, it's a look at the episode, "Scuba Duba". Among the topics discussed are the appearance of manta rays in a lake, the underwater photography of the episode and how the fashions of this episode may have influenced That 70s Show.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "We've all heard the expression, safety first. But sometimes we forget just how important that saying is. Safety first means nothing is more important than that you think before you act. So, don't take a chance - think safety and act safely."
Guest Cast
Eileen Chesis as Nancy
Brian Byers as Steve
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Isis "Girl Driver" November 29, 1975
Freddie is running for president of the Auto Club, but faces strong opposition from Mack. The two agree to a Relay Race to settle who would make a better president, but Mack has plans of his own on how the race should be run and won.
We continue our reviews of the DC Comics 1970s run of The Mighty Isis, looking at the penultimate issue, a story that really takes the series in a new direction, both story and character-wise.
Next, it's a look at the episode, "Girl Driver". Among the topics discussed are the progression of Cindy Lee as a character from the start of the series to now, why a general election wasn't held to determine who would be president of the club, Sid and Marty Kroft versus Filmation live action shows, and the new outfits everyone gets to wear in this episode.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "You have to like and respect yourself. Each of us have many things we can be proud of. Things we can do as well, maybe even better than anyone else. So don’t put yourself down. Being popular means caring about other people and yourself."
Guest Cast
Susan Lawrence as Feddie Charlton
Steve Doubet as Mac Lennard
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Albert Reed as Doctor Barnes
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Isis "Funny Gal" November 22, 1975
Carrie has low self-esteem due to her weight. It causes her to save people the time and trouble of putting her down by being self-deprecating. Her friends convince her to run for Student Body President as they think she would be very good at it as a creative individual. But she thinks the only way she can win is if she can pull off a publicity stunt that will get her noticed. So she steals Rick Mason's boat and gets herself stranded out in the ocean as a storm approaches. It's more than Isis can manage so she calls upon the aid of Captain Marvel.
Before getting into this week's review, John and Richard discuss the sixth issue of the DC Comics 1970s The Mighty Isis comic run. This is the issue John remembers from his youth as it's the only issue he owned. They break down the continuing change in the character of Isis and the very provocative cover on the issue.
Next, it's a look at the episode, "Funny Gal". Among the topics discussed are the question of the moral really matching the story, the appearance of Captain Marvel in this episode and how Jackson Bostwick might have played it, and the appreciation of practical stunts being performed in this episode that harkens back to the first season of Shazam!.
It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].
Moral: "You have to like and respect yourself. Each of us have many things we can be proud of. Things we can do as well, maybe even better than anyone else. So don’t put yourself down. Being popular means caring about other people and yourself."
Guest Cast
Sandra Vacey as Carrie Anson
Jonas Agee as Greg Aley
and special guest star
John Davey as Captain Marvel
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