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Why do Black Superheroes Have Black in their Name?

Have you ever stopped to wonder why do black superheroes have black in their name? Whether you like it or not, using Black as a superhero adjective is a thing in pop culture. Prominent heroes like Black Lightning or Black Mariah, down to lesser-known heroes like...

Wakanda Forever Spoilercast

Time for some Wakanda Forever thoughts and spoilers in this off-schedule episode of Super. Black. Like & Subscribe!

Riri Williams (Ironheart)

Riri Williams a.k.a Ironheart, is the MCU’s newest hero, possibly the next Iron Man, and a bonafide a super genius.

Tips to Become a Real Superhero

Super. Black. believes you can be a real superhero in your day to day life. Follow our tips and transform into the hero (or villain?) you know you are. #podcast #howto #guide #tips #superheroes #culture #lifehacks

Barret Wallace

Super. Black. has covered Barret Wallace in tue past, but never like this! Never so audio focused. This episode of our favorite Black superhero podcast gives some shine to the most famous Black character in a JRPG, gun-armed Barret. The man is a legend, and also a...

7 Totally Black Characters in pop culture

We've covered 7 not Black, but totally Black characters before, but this is in audio form! We have new entries, long rants about a certain pop star, and quiet mumblings as I contemplate why I even mention certain things. This episode has it all! Let me know if there...

Green Lantern John Stewart

Today we delve into the second most famous Green Lantern, John Stewart. Hal Jordan holds the top spot in most comic book enthusiasts' minds. John Stewart, however, introduced the world of the Green Lanterns to an entire generation of TV-watching comic book nerds. The...

Duke Thomas The Signal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYHCjpR_axc With the video game Gotham Knights on the horizon (as of this writing/recording) it was fitting to tackle the super-powered Bat-family member Duke Thomas a.k.a "The Signal". Armed with photo-centric powers, Duke can light up...

The Terrifics Vol 1

The Terrific Trio (Plus One) The Terrifics Vol 1 is our focus in this episode. A crazy team-up between Mr. Terrific(The third smartest person in the world), Phantom Girl, Metamorpho, and Plastic Man. DC's version of the Fantastic Four. Lucky for you wonderful...

Skyward Vol 1

Image Comics brings us Skyward Vol 1 for today's episode. Join us as we discuss this unique coming-of-age story of Willa Fowler. he girl who owns the sky. Skyward Vol 1 Sidebar After you listen to the episode, that a look at these images and let us knof if he...

Outer Darkness Vol 1

Super. Black. Reads. That has a nice ring to it, right? Today's episode centers around space horror comic series Outer Darkness. Both Volume one and two are on sale now. Pick up Vol 1 and listen to our thoughts on today's show. TODAY'S P.C.O.C.: CAPTAIN JOSHUA RIGGS...

Bitter Root Vol 1 Episode

Ford doesn't play around when it comes to Jinoo Bitter Root Vol 1 is the focus of this episode of Super. Black. Pick it up, read along and join us as we share our thoughts on this monster-hunting series. Not familiar with the book. Check out the series description:...

Vagrant Queen Vol 1

We kick off our new season of Super. Black. with Vagrant Queen Vol 1. It has a new SyFy series coming March 27th, 2020 so let's dissect the graphic novel. Join Carl and Dan as they recount their time with Vagrant Queen Vol 1 and their takeaway from this independent...

New Super. Black. Podcast Season Kickoff Episode

There is a new season of Super. Black. coming! We took quite a long time off (a year and a few weeks to be exact) but we are recommitted to providing our longtime fans and newcomers with the good stuff. Now, the good stuff has changed a little. Give the kickoff...

Black WWE Tag Teams

The New Day - Via WWE We have a complex relationship with black WWE tag teams. We certainly love seeing black wrestlers put on a good show. However, some of their gimmicks are problematic. Today we are joined by wrestle buddy Darren Emmanuel. He's come through to...

Monica Rambeau Episode

With the release of WandaVision on Disney Plus, I thought it would be nice to highlight Agent Rambeau on Super. Black. once again. The S.W.O.R.D agent has deep roots in the Marvel Universe. I know what you are thinking, since she is in WandaVision, does Monica Rambeau...

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse Reactions

Super. Black. went out and saw Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. We ventured to the theaters separately and have convened to gush about our experience watching this gorgeous animated film. Miles in Into the Spider-Verse - Super. Black. Listen to the two of us dish on...

Miles Morales Episode

Miles Morales is swinging into everything in 2018, and that's a great thing. Join Carl and Dan as we go over the history of Miles, design our own Ultimate Spider-Man costumes for Mr. Morales and give a shout to Jake Johnson's Peter Parker voice over. Miles Morales as...

The Soul Soldier Episode

Soul Soldier is lurking in the background In this edition of Super. Black., Dan and Carl get back in the creative saddle with a full Forge episode. We unpack and concept a new character known as The Soul Soldier. The premise is a 70's soul singer and his literal band...

Jeghetto

On today's episode of Super. Black. is proud to have our first guest, Tarish Pipkins, also known as Jeghetto. This eclectic artist joins us to discuss his influences and his powerful stage shows. Jeghetto: Accomplishing Puppet Mastery Mr. Pipkins will be...

Black Lightning Episode 2

Today's episode is our Black Lightning Review. It features Carl stammering and stumbling through his thoughts of Black Lightning. All while Dan sits quietly and waits for Carl's inevitable mental breakdown. Enjoy the episode and read up on our thoughts on the...

The Plainsmen Episode

After a long day or recording, Carl and Dan sat down to speak a little nerd to one another. This episode, we craft a new super team to join the Kingsmen and Statesmen in the Kingsmen 2 Universe. After Watching Kingsmen 2 and thoroughly enjoying it, I found myself...

Black DC characters as Alternate Skins in Injustice 2

Why are the Black DC characters getting the short end of the stick? John Stewart - Green Lantern Alternate Skins Black DC characters as Alternate Skins in Injustice 2 The Injustice 2 Alternate Skins can breathe new life into your beloved fighters. The first thing I...

The Punisher Episode

The Netflix Punisher Episode is upon us. Carl and Dan have an enthusiast conversation about the Netflix series starring Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle, the gun-hauling, knife-wielding, grunt-fueled vigilante known as The Punisher. The Netflix series serves as a...

The Carnival Prince: When The Robber Calls Release Date Announced

The Carnival Prince Release Date here! Dan even animated the book. What a champ! The Carnival Prince release date has arrived! Dan O'Brien is ready to release his passion project, The Carnival Prince When The Robber Calls. View the announcement video above. The...

Super. Black.

In this episode, Super Black is the topic of Super. Black. Carl and Dan conveine late in the evening (or early in the morning, depending on how you look at it) and chat about a character near and dear to our hearts. The little shadow person in our logo is being turned...

New York Comic Con 2017

Welcome to Super. Black. We have returned from our trip to New York Comic Con! Lend us your ears for a few minutes as we converse about all the sights and sounds of the Jacob Javits Center. We saw so many impressive cosplayers. The creativity and ingenuity of these...

Black Ranger Episode

Black Ranger: Zack Taylor MASTODON! The war cry of the Hip Hopkiedo master Zack Taylor. Zack is the progenitor of the Black Ranger mantle. He is one-fifth of the color-coded warrior children, The Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers. This episode of Super. Black....

Blade

The fellas at Super. Black. discuss the vampire hunter Blade and his English counterpart who’s after notorious vampire Jack the Ripper #Blade #Marvel #superblack #podcast

Ghost Rider Episode

Robbie Reyes Ghost Rider - Via Marvel.com In this installment of Super. Black. Dan and Carl join Ghost Rider in his souped-up 1969 Dodge Challenger, set it ablaze and ride it straight to hell. In this episode we cover Robbie Reyes' powers, his specific Spirit of...

Power Man

Power Man: The hero for hire. Super. Black. revisits Luke Cage a.k.a Power Man. This time, we discuss Luke outside the confines of his freelance superhero business. Daniel and Carl discuss all the little nuances of Mr. Carl Lucas. We touch on his various wardrobe...

Black Lightning

Of all the heroes they could have chosen, am I right? Black Lightning is the focus of the second half of this edition of Super. Black. Daniel and I kick off the episode by rambling on and generally being nerds. Then, we concept the worst possible (overall best idea)...

Blackification of Established Characters

Blackification of Established Characters Captain America V Iron Man V The Rocketeer(?) Art by Dan O'Brien On this episode of Super. Black. Joining the show today, by my good buddy and fellow Berd Daniel O'Brien. We sat down to discuss the Blackification of...

Jefferson Twilight: Top 6 Black Monsters

Jefferson Twilight: Blackula Hunter Man, I specialize in hunting black vampires, I don't know what the P.C. name for that is! Jefferson Twilight Introducing Jefferson Twilight, one of the most original derivative characters ever conceived. You can find him on one of...

Vixen: Top 6 post-Hero careers

Vixen, in the flesh. The animal flesh Yup, that title is corny, but it hits a lot of SEO parameters. Sometimes your writing has to make sacrifices. Sacrifices for Vixen (more SEO). This installment of Super. Black. features the untamed DC superhero known as Vixen....

Top 6 traits of a black video game character: Part 3

6 Freelance Tips From The Heroes For Hire

Freelance anything is hard. Breaking in to the contract superhero business is likely the easiest thing. Once you jump the hurdle of procuring super powers. On episode 3 of Super. Black., the spotlight shines brightly on the Heroes For Hire, Luke Cage and Iron Fist!...

Spawn brings the horrors of hell to pop culture

Today marks the arrival of Spawn to Super. Black. ! I am in no way responsible for that title. Today, I focused on Spawn, one of my favorite characters growing up. Al Simons was a guy who would fit right in with the Gears Of War gentlemen. Once Hell got a hold of him,...

Lee Everett

Part 1: Lee Everett and Clementine from TellTale's The Walking Dead I apologize in advance. This may be the most ramble-filled, flip-floppy podcast I have ever done in my entire life behind a mic. (Note to self: Life Behind A Mic is 100% the title for my eventual VH1...

Kamala Khan is Ms. Marvel

Ms. Marvel a.k.a Kamala Khan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9EX0f6V11Y Ms. Marvel a.k.a Kamala Khan, the first Muslim American character to lead a Marvel property. That's pretty great, no? How about the fact that she's rad. As rad as the 80's my friends. Join me as...

Cyborg

Cyborg: Booyah! November of 2017 ushers in the live-action cinematic version of DC's walking Booyah machine, Cyborg. Here is a spoiler-free take on the man known as Victor Stone. Cyborg looking all alien and upset In recent years, Cyborg has been promoted to the main...

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