A World on Fire; An All-Star Squadron Podcast!
Billy D
A bi-weekly podcast that takes an in-depth look into the seminal series created by Roy Thomas, Rich Buckler, and Jerry Ordway! Hosted by Billy D, A.K.A. Doc Strange and rotating guests! Segments will be - discussion of the issue, feedback, and more! Join us as we take an issue by issue look at The All-Star Squadron! Feedback for the show can be left at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com and the show can be found on Twitter @AllSquadron
A World on Fire; Christmas Special 2024!
Hey everybody! Let’s all get in the mood for holiday season! Me Christmas himself, Mart Gray is here with me, and suggested a wonderful Christmas comic to talk about this year! We dive into Shazam 11 (1973), and cover the fabulous Christmas story, plus we even talk a bit about the other two stories, and Christmas in general. As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @allsquadron or on the show’s FB
Dec 1, 2024 • 58:32
A World on Fire; Season 3! Justice League of America 100-102, 1972
Hey, it's been a while! Life has gotten extremely busy, but I had some time to sit down and talk with my good buddy Ross (Stop! Let's Team Up podcast), about a legendary crossover between the JLA and the JSA, plus The Seven Soldiers of Victory! It's a huge story and spans many different time periods, so you'd better be ready to travel the cosmos with this one! If you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show's Twitter a
Jul 23, 2024 • 1:37:52
A World on Fire; Season 3! DC Comics Presents 62, 1983 "Born on the 4th of July"
Hey there, all stars! Welcome back! It's been too long since our Christmas episode, but we're back with a super fun comic starring Superman and the Freedom Fighters! Ross from the Stop! Let's Team Up podcast joins me, as we discuss this fun comic from the early 1980s! As usual, if you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @allsquadron or on the show's FB page (just search A World on Fire an All-Star Squadron Po
Mar 15, 2024 • 43:49
A World on Fire! Christmas Special, 2023! w/ Mart Gray!
Hey there, all you elves! A special episode here to close out the year, and bring some holiday cheer! My good friend, Mart Gray is here, as he's the biggest fan of the holiday and holiday themed comics I know of, so he's back and we're talking Golden Age Christmas comics! This fun story is a feel good romp, as the Dynamic Duo straighten out a wayward youth. Will Batman and Robin stop a scheming mobster on Christmas Eve? Listen in to find out! As usual, if you would like to leave any feedback for
Dec 1, 2023 • 49:14
A World on Fire; Season 2! Kingdom Come 4, 1996 w/ Mart, Sean, and Ross! Season Finale!
Hey there Elseworld'ers! Well, it's time for the final installment of Kingdom Come! As you can see in the show note/description, this is our season finale, and the gang is all here (minus Terry)! We've arrived at the final battleground, and there's no turning back. It's Superman vs Captain Marvel, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-strange02/message
Nov 17, 2023 • 1:40:06
A World on Fire; Season 2! Kingdom Come 3, 1996 "Up in the Sky" w/ Mart Gray!
Hey there, Elseworlder's! Mart Gray is here with me, and we are here to set the table for the grand finale! We see the growing rift between Superman and Wonder Woman, the Gulag and it's inherent problems, and McCay and the Spectre contemplate things, then warn the Justice League of the impending doom. But is it too late? If you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can dos so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @Allsquadron or on the show's FB page.
Nov 3, 2023 • 1:16:39
A World on Fire; Season 2! Kingdom Come 2, 1996 "Truth and Justice" w/ Ross!
Hey there, Elseworlder's! It's time for the second installment of the series. Ross from Stop! Let's Team Up is joining me, and we deep dive into this fantastic issue. The justice League has reformed after years of retirement, and this is a good thing, right? Meanwhile, Lex Luthor and his cabal of villains have a plan to seize back power from the superheroes, but what of Batman and his band of warriors? If you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfire
Oct 20, 2023 • 1:08:57
A World on Fire! Season 2; Kingdom Come 1, 1996 "Strange Visitor" w/ Sean Ross!
Hey there all you Elseworld'ers! We are beginning a new series of episodes, and Sean is here with me to kick it all off! One of the most beloved stories from the 1990s is our focus, starting right now with issue 1! The way this is going to work is one friend will join me per episode/issue, and then all four of us will join together as a super team to cover the epic conclusion (issue 4). But we must start at the beginning, and Sean and I are here to give it our best shot. If you'd like to leave
Oct 6, 2023 • 1:11:40
A World on Fire; Season 2! The Flash 173, 1967 "Downward Flight of the Flashes!"
Hey everybody! My pal Mart Gray is back here with me, and we've got another (and final) Flash story we're covering from the Flash of Two Worlds hardcover! We've had a great time covering these fun stories, and this one is no exception. Barry is not only joined by Jay, but Wally West as well! But, can all three of them defeat the Golden Man from Vorvan? We talk about this villain's uncanny resemblance to a certain Marvel cosmic character, Barry still keeping secrets from Iris (now his wife), and
Sep 22, 2023 • 1:11:17
A World on Fire; Season 2! Green Lantern 45, 1966 "Prince Peril's Power Play!"
Hey there, Lanterns! It's time for more Green Lantern! On this finale episode of GL coverage, WardHillTerry and I talk about this crazy story involving a Princess on a man hunt, Doiby Dickles falls in love, and apparently the story is connected to Infinity Inc., some twenty years later! We also try our best to do an accurate Doiby accent, but we'll let you be the judge if we pulled it off. Seriously, though, Alan and Hal really have their hands full as this menace from another world is one tough
Sep 8, 2023 • 52:33
A World on Fire; Season 2! The Flash 170, 1967 "The See-Nothing Spells of Abr Kadabra!"
Hey there, all stars! It's time for another Earth 1/Earth 2 crossover! My good buddy Mart Gray is back, and we're covering the penultimate issue of Flash from my hardcover that' we've been making our way through. So, we have one more issue aft this, and one more GL story to cover (with WardHillTerry), and then it's on to our big four part finale! But, this episode is here now, and Mart and I have a blast talking about this one, especially since this was my first experience with Abra Kadabra! Plu
Aug 25, 2023 • 1:05:06
A World on Fire; Season 2! Green Lantern 61, 1968 "Thoroughly Modern Mayhem!"
Hey there all you Earth hopping travelers! My buddy WardHillTerry is back, and he and I have a super fun comic to talk about. This incredible comic book stars both Alan Scott and Hal Jordan! The cover is slightly over the top, but make no mistake, Alan Scott makes a huge m mistake and it's up to Hal to help him make it right! Terry and I wax the car of Gil Kane a lot in this episode, so if you're not a Kane fan, you may want to skip this one (just kidding, listen in)! If you'd like to leave any
Aug 11, 2023 • 1:13:34
A World on Fire; Season 2! The Flash 151, 1965 "Invader from the Dark Dimension!"
Hey there all you speedsters! Mart is back, and he and I have our track shoes on and are running at you with another adventure starring Barry Allen and Jay Garrick! The Shade has found a way to travel between Earths, and this spells trouble for the speedy duo! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-strange02/message
Jul 28, 2023 • 55:22
A World on Fire; Season 2! Showcase 97, 1978 "The Origin of Power Girl"
Hey there, Earth 2 friends! Please welcome back to the show, Sean Ross! It's been a while since he was on the show, but he's joined me to talk about a very fun character in Power Girl! We deep dive into the history this DC lady, plus even some more recent appearances. It was a blast to have Sean back, and we hope you have just as much fun with this episode! If you'd like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @a
Jul 14, 2023 • 1:00:38
A World on Fire; Season 2! Justice League of America 46 and 47, 1966! "The Anti Matter Man"
Hey there all you antimatter aficionados! It's time for another awesome Earth 1/Earth 2 crossover! My pal Ross (Stop! Lets Team Up!) is back with me to cover this crazy two part story! There's something amiss with the space between these two Earths, and not even the power of the Spectre can stop it. But maybe Ray Palmer can? Join us for this wild story! If you want to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @allsquad
Jun 30, 2023 • 54:46
A World on Fire, Season 2! Justice League of America 29 and 30, 1964 "Crisis on Earth 3!"
Hey there all you criminals! Another episode has hit the airwaves, and it's a doozy! Ross (Stop! Let's Team Up!) joins me, and we cover this incredibly important story involving a new Earth and super villain team! Gardner Fox was really on fire with this story, as Ross and I point out. The fact that we get three super teams in this story is great, and don't sleep on the art by Mike Sekowsky and Bernard Sachs, either! So, please join us for this fun episode! As usual, you can leave any feedback
Jun 16, 2023 • 1:04:42
A World on Fire Season 2! The Flash 129, 1962 "Double Danger on Earth!"
Hey there all you Scarlet Speedsters! Mart Gray is back, and he and I sat down to talk about a fantastic story from the Silver Age of DC comics, with Flash 129! This team up with Jay Garrick and Barry Allen is really fun, and we get Captain Cold and The Trickster as antagonists for the speedy duo! Plus, there's a predicament on Earth 2 that has brought Jay to Earth 1, and if they cannot defeat the villains, and find a solution, Earth 2 is doomed to destruction! Great work by Gardner Fox, Carmine
Jun 2, 2023 • 1:12:08
A World on Fire Season 2! Green Lantern 40, 1965 "Secret Origin of the Guardians!"
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! In an effort to cover more Earth 1/Earth 2 crossovers, my buddy WardHillTerry is here, and we are covering a super fun Green Lantern comic from the Silver Age! We are covering issue number forty, which is significant for a few reasons. The biggest one being it's the first appearance of Krona! Plus we get the origin of the Guardians of the Universe. An action packed issue awaits, so dive right in! If you'd like to leave any feedback
May 19, 2023 • 1:07:32
A World on Fire! Season 2! The Flash 137, 1963 Vengeance of the Immortal Villain!
Hey there, Flashers! Oh, wait, I mean, friends! In this episode, Ross and I tackle a very important issue of The Flash. Not only is it a cool crossover between Earth 1 and Earth 2 characters, but it gives us the revival of the JSA as well! They'd been on a hiatus for quite sometime, but it takes a villain like Vandal Savage to bring them back together (thanks to Barry and Jay, of course). And if that's not enough, we had our own cheering section in the background for this recording (OK, they wer
Apr 22, 2023 • 59:34
A World on Fire, Season 2! Justice League of America 37 and 38, 1965 "Crisis on Earth -A!" w/ Mart Gray!
Hey there, Crisis kids! It's time for another episode of the show! Mart has stopped by and we'll be taking a look at another early crossover between Earth 1 and Earth 2's mightiest heroes! Well, maybe the Justice League shows up for a panel or two. Shenanigans are afoot with Johnny Thunder and his Thunderbolt jump from Earth 2 to Earth 1, and the madness ensues! We also see the Lawless League of Earth A! Who are they and do they shave? All this and more, so join us for a ton of laughs and comic
Apr 7, 2023 • 1:15:59
A World on Fire! Season 2, Freedom Fighters 13-15, plus Cancelled Comic Cavalcade 2, 1978!
Hey there, FF'ers! Well, the time has arrived for us to finish off our coverage of the Freedom Fighters! The book was cancelled after issue 15, but there was another story completed that wound up in another book. Ross, Terry and I will attempt to relay all the kooky aspects of these books, and our thoughts overall on the team/book. We get aliens, a carnival, plus two guest stars as well! So join us for this final chapter of our coverage. As usual you can leave any feedback for the show through
Mar 24, 2023 • 1:31:47
A World on Fire, Season 2! Justice League of America 21 and 22, 1963 "Crisis on Earth One and Two!
Hey there, leaguers! The show is back with another action packed episode! Mart Gray joins me for this seminal story! Believe it or not, this was a first time read for me, and I enjoyed sharing my enthusiasm with a long time fan like Mart. As we mentioned, this was a fill in episode, but don't worry, we'll finish off Freedom Fighters soon enough. For those that don't know, this was the very first team up between these two super groups, and the level of shenanigans in this one by Gardner Fox is ou
Mar 10, 2023 • 1:31:13
A World on Fire, Season 2! Steel the Indestructible Man 5 and Cancelled Comic Cavalcade 2, 1978!
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! My pal Mart Gray is back with me, and we're here to finish off our coverage of Steel! Not only do we cover issue five, but all the story that was intended for issue six, but the title (along with a plethora of others!) was cancelled, and that's how we got Cancelled Comic Cavalcade! This little series seemed to not be able to get going in the right direction, but Mart and I have fun with it all the same. If you want to leave any fe
Feb 24, 2023 • 1:15:31
A World on Fire Season 2! DC Special 29, 1977 "The Untold Origin of the JSA!"
Hey there, JSA'ers! It's time for a very special edition of the show! Join Ross and I, as we welcome a new guest to the show! WardHillTerry is here, and he brings a wealth of knowledge, and a huge admiration for Earth 2 and all it's glory! The three of us dive into this comic and profess our love for the creative team, and Terry also gives us his Earth 2 comics origin story! It's the formation of the JSA and then vs Nazis and the Valkyries! So don't miss out on this landmark episode. As usual,
Feb 10, 2023 • 1:18:44
A World on Fire Season 2! Freedom Fighters 10-12, 1977/8 “Trial of Doll Man”
We are back! After our holiday hiatus, the show is picking right back up where it left off, with our coverage of the Freedom Fighters! In this episode, Ross (@JSA4E) and I cover three more big issues and they are packed with action! Doll Man is in big trouble, and it looks as if he's had it. Phantom Lady, Uncle Sam, and the Human Bomb can't avoid trouble, and the Ray gets shot! Plus, we get another Golden Age character that joins the team! As usual, you can contact the show through email at Awo
Jan 27, 2023 • 1:03:32
A World on Fire! Season 2, All Star Comics 60 and 61, 1976 "Vulcan: Son of Fire!"
Alright, Earth 2 crew! Get ready for two more issues of All Star Comics! Join Ross, Mart and I, as we travel to an alternate Earth, and watch the JSA and Super Squad battle a new foe. Where did this guy come from? What are his powers? Will Power Girl ever stop razzing Wildcat (let's hope not!). Plus, peril for Dr. Fate, and something brewing for Hawkman. All this and more. If you want to leave any feedback for the show, you can send an email to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Tw
Dec 2, 2022 • 1:08:48
A World on Fire! Season 2, Steel the Indestructible Man 3 and 4, 1978
Hey there, all you indestructible listeners out there! I've finally corralled Mart, and we're back in the saddle, covering two more issues of Steel! These two issues are split into two parts each, and are a lot of fun! Mart shows his love and affection for Gloria and Kathy, while I mispronounce names and laugh a lot (ok, as usual). We're only one more episode away from finishing this one off, so definitely tune in! As usual, if you want to leaver any feedback you can do so through email at Aworl
Nov 18, 2022 • 1:17:37
A World on Fire! Season 2, Freedom Fighters 7-9, 1977!
Hey there, Freedom Fighters! Welcome to another installment of our continuing coverage of this fun title! Ross (@JSA4E) and I cover another triple dose of these issues, and they are a blast. They contain some really cool homages and we get the return of a villain thought dead (again). Miniature JLA'ers, an evil elf, and a murder! Join us for all the excitement! If you'd like to send any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter
Nov 4, 2022 • 1:16:17
A World on Fire Season 2! All Star Comics 58 and 59, 1976! "The Super Squad!"
Finally! We are back and better than ever! Join us for this romp on Earth 2, as we pick up with the continuation of All Star Comics from the Golden Age. Sean and Ross join me and we discuss these two issues, along with our thoughts on a few more things that may or may not be relevant! The books have a solid creative team, and we heap tons of praise on them for sure. As usual, you can contact the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @Allsquadron or on the Fb page. You
Oct 21, 2022 • 1:17:29
A World on Fire Season 2! Freedom Fighters 4-6, 1976!
Hey there, All Stars! We're back with another episode and this time, Ross is here and we cover three more fun issues of the Freedom Fighters! We get a two-part story featuring Wonder Woman, and then a story with some crazy wizards that summon a demon! Meanwhile, the team tries to figure out the strange, new powers they seem to have gained. Plus, they continue to try and integrate here on Earth 1! All this and a feedback segment as well (thank you to those who sent in email)! If you'd like to lea
Oct 7, 2022 • 1:09:54
A World on Fire, Season 2!, Freedom Fighters 1-3, 1976
Hey there, it’s time for Freedom Fighters to get some love! Join Ross and I as we dive into the first three issues of this fun series from 1976! Our heroes from Earth X arrive on Earth 1, and immediately face a stiff challenge in, the Silver Ghost! If you’d like to leave any feedback, please reach out to the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show’s Twitter handle @AllSquadron or on the FB page (just search fo
Sep 16, 2022 • 1:15:36
A World on Fire, Season 2! Steel the Indestructible Man 1 and 2, 1978
Welcome to our season two debut! Join Mart Gray and I, as we dive headfirst into Steel the Indestructible Man issues one and two! This short-lived series by Gerry Conway and company, is a lot of fun, and really adds a lot to the WWII era for DC comics! Get ready, as we explore this character and his other iterations as well! As usual, you can contact the show with any feedback through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @AllSquadron and you can find Mart on Twitter as well @Mar
Sep 9, 2022 • 1:20:09
Bonus Episode! All-Star Comics 80 Page Giant, 1999! "Thunderstruck!"
Hey there, All Stars! We decided to send out a bonus episode until we get rolling with Season two of A World on Fire! This one was a listener suggestion (Thanks, JJ!), so we checked it out and loved it! Ross and I had a great time covering this story (only the All-Star Squadron story), but definitely check the entire book out, as it's solid! Four members of the team must battle...Thor? Yes, really! As usual, you can send any feedback to the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or
Aug 26, 2022 • 40:26
Episode 41, All-Star Squadron 66 and 67, 1987 Season 1 Finale!
Hey there, All Stars! As you've noticed from the episode description, this is our big finale! But, it's the end of season 1! You'l hear us explain where the show is heading in the near future, and we announce our intentions for Season 2! PLUS- as usual, we explore the last two issues of All-Star Squadron, as Roy sends us off with a spotlight on the Tarantula, then a retelling of a Golden Age story! So, join Mart, Sean, Ross and I, as we tackle these two final issues, and send season one off with
Aug 19, 2022 • 1:45:43
Episode 40, All-Star Squadron 64 and 65, 1986 "See You in the Funny Papers" and "The Origin of Johnny Quick"
Hey there, All Stars! Welcome to the penultimate chapter of the house that Roy built! In this exciting show, you'll get a crazy Golden Age story adapted by Roy and the crew, then we'll dive into the origin of our favorite speedster, Johnny Quick! These two comics were a blast to talk about, and Sean and I had a good time with them. As usual, you can leave any feedback for the show at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @
Jul 29, 2022 • 1:06:59
Episode 39, All-Star Squadron 62 and 63 "Shining Knight" and "Robotman"
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! Join Mart Gray and I, as we tackle two more spotlight issues from Roy the Boy and company. In this one we see The Shining Knight and Robotman each get the single issue treatment, and it's a blast. So, join us as we're counting down to the end of the series with these issues. As usual, you can contact the show with any feedback through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on twitter @AllSquadron and you can find Ma
Jul 15, 2022 • 1:24:18
Episode 38, All-Star Squadron 60-61, 1986 “The End of the Beginning” and “Origin of Liberty Belle”
Hey there, All Stars! The show is back with more action than ever before! Join Sean Ross and I, as we close out the Mekanique story line, then move on to the fantastic origin of Liberty Belle! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-strange02/message
Jul 1, 2022 • 1:10:15
Episode 37, All-Star Squadron 57-59, "Kaleidoscope, Crisis, and Mekanique!"
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for more action, as Mart and I are bringing you three awesome issues in this episode. First up, we get a quick interlude about some more fallout from Crisis! Then, we'll get the first two parts (of three) involving the new character, Mekanique! The team must battle her and Robotman, as the two have formed a mechanical bond! As usual, you can leave feedback for the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @Allsquadron (Mart can
Jun 17, 2022 • 1:09:59
Episode 36, All-Star Squadron 55 and 56, 1986 "Crisis at Canaveral!" and "The Sinister Secret of the Sixth Sense!"
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! Join me and Sean Ross, as we attempt to slowly wrap up the Crisis crossovers in this book! The first issue deals with it head on, and the second issue...well, sorta doesn't, but we'll endeavor to explain! We do get the Seven Soldiers of Victory, though, and that is cool! As usual, you can contact the show through email, at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the shows Twitter handle @AllSquadron (Sean can be found @Sean42AZ), or on
Jun 3, 2022 • 1:06:29
Episode 35, All-Star Squadron 53 and 54, 1986 "Worlds in Turmoil" and "Crisis Comes to 1942!"
Hey there, All Stars! It’s time for two more issues! We have another couple of parts involving the Monster Society of Evil or Society of Oom, if you please! Take a journey with Mart Grey and I as we prepare you for the red sky chronicles! We see the return of Firebrand, Superman, super buttocks, and the worm turns! As usual, you can leave feedback for the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @AllSquadron (Mart is @MartGrey). You can read the reviews of DC
May 20, 2022 • 1:19:09
Episode 34, All-Star Squadron 51 and 52, 1985 "VS The Monster Society of Evil" and "From Fear to Eternity!"
Hey there, All Stars! The show is back with another episode! Sean Ross is here and we talk two more issues of All-Star Squadron, and they are wild. First up, we get a confrontation between some of the team and the Monster Society of Evil! Then, the story takes a swerve and it leads to the big red cheese, as Shazam returns! Crisis is really ramping up, and the team is battling to survive! As usual, you can leave any feedback for the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the sh
May 6, 2022 • 1:12:54
Episode 33, All-Star Squadron 50, 1985 " Crisis Crossover!"
Hey there, All Stars! Well, it's the big one! Issue number fifty, and the Crisis! Join me, and my All-Star buddies, Mart Gray and Sean Ross, as we tackle this oversized issue. Roy had his hands full as he tied in an issue from All Star Comics (13, from 1942, which we talk about as well), to this mayhem filled issue. We see Rockets, Goose-steppers, a lack of oxygen knock out a ghost(...well, forget that part), a wedding, a war bonds drive, and the return of Uncle Sam and the freedom fighters! SO
Apr 23, 2022 • 1:33:29
Episode 32, All-Star Squadron 48 and 49, 1985 "Camelot 1942" and "Death Sword at Sunrise"
Hey there, All Stars! Welcome to another great episode of the show! This time around, Mart and I will tackle a really fun two part story that brings the return of the Shining Knight! He's been gone for quite some time now, but he's back. But, is he friend or foe! Plus the return of a certain green skinned villain as well! As usual, you can leave any feedback for the show via email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show's Twitter account @Allsquadron and you can find Mart on Twitter @Ma
Apr 8, 2022 • 1:08:09
Episode 31, All-Star Squadron 47 (1985) and Secret Origins 31 (1988)
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! This time around I'm joined by a new guest cohost! Ross Aiken (Stop! Let's Team Up Podcast), is here with me, and we're going to tackle two issues in this one. First up, is another solid issue of All-Star Squadron that shows us the origin of Dr. Fate! Then we'll tackle an issue of Secret Origins that covers the JSA! Some fantastic content between these two books, so get ready! As usual, you can send any feedback to Aworldonfirepodc
Mar 25, 2022 • 1:14:36
Episode 30, All-Star Squadron 45 and 46, 1985
Hey there, All Stars! It’s time for another episode! This time around, I’m joined by Sean Ross! The two of us will talk about a two-part story starring Liberty Belle, and the return of Baron Blitzkrieg! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephen-strange02/message
Mar 11, 2022 • 1:08:51
Episode 29, All-Star Squadron 44 (1985) and Secret Origins 1 (1986)
hey there All Stars! It's time for another installment of the show! This is a fun one and we're throwing a curveball at you! Not only do Mart and myself cover a great issue of All-Star Squadron, but we also cover the origin of the Golden Age Superman in Secret Origins 1! The All-Stars story features two brand new villains, and they mean business! Plus, a dirty secret from Firebrand's family tree crops up. Then, in our second story, we see Roy Thomas at his best, as he continues his love letter t
Feb 25, 2022 • 1:13:45
Episode 28, All-Star Squadron 41-43, 1984
Hey there All Stars! It's time for another awesome episode of the show! This time, I'm joined by Sean Ross, as we discuss one of his all time favorite characters, Starman! These three issues give us not only his awesome origin, but some great villains, dissension in the ranks of the team, and some very good food for thought about how the Japanese Americans were treated at the time. As usual, you can send any feedback for the show to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show on Twitter @Allsq
Feb 11, 2022 • 1:05:58
Episode 27, All-Star Squadron 38-40, 1984
Hey there All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! In this oversized edition, I'll be joined by friend of the show, Martin Gray! He's going to help me tackle a huge story that covers some real life events that happened during WWII, right here in the states (but of course, with a comic book twist). The All-Star Squadron and a couple of JSA'ers are up against a seething racist, and his band of miscreants! Can they stop this madman or will he use his mysterious power to convert even mo
Jan 28, 2022 • 1:22:55
Episode 26, All-Star Squadron 36 and 37, 1984
Hey there all stars! The show is back after a short hiatus, and this one is worth the wait! As if being on Earth 2 isn't wild enough, the JSA gets a visit from none other than Captain Marvel in this story! That's right, the big red cheese is here, but why is he working for Adolph Hitler??? The team wants answers, but they'll have to deal with him, plus Mary Marvel and Captain Marvel junior as well! All this plus my buddy Sean Ross (@Sean42AZ on Twitter) steps in to cohost! As usual, you can emai
Jan 14, 2022 • 55:37
Episode 25, All-Star Squadron Annual 3, 1984
Hey there All Stars, welcome to another exciting episode! This time around we've got an over-sized Annual and boy, is it a doozy! In this story, Rascally Roy adds some tricky retcons to fill in some gaps for unexplained goings-on up until now. As usual, he does a good job, with not only some humorous bits, but a ton of action as well! We also go over some feedback, and talk about upcoming content as well, so stay tuned! As usual, you can leave feedback for the show at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.
Dec 25, 2021 • 2:24:58
Episode 24, All-Star Squadron 33-35, 1984
Hey there, All Stars! Herm and Billy are back in the saddle, with a huge episode recounting three big issues! We’ll see Uncle Sam and his Freedom Fighters on Earth X, plus the All-Star Squadron battling it out with evildoers on Earth 2! Plus the return of a villain that is hell bent on the destruction of the world! It’s an episode you don’t dare miss! As usual, you can send feedback to the show via email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to us on Twitter @AllSquadron (Herm is @darklongbox and
Dec 7, 2021 • 2:09:15
Episode 23, All-Star Squadron 31 and 32, 1984
Well, All-Stars, it's back to just boring old Billy and Herm...but, these two issues bring the awesome with none other than Uncle Sam and a trip to Earth X! In this universe, the Nazis won WWII, and defeated Uncle Sam and his band of heroes he took there from Earth 2 to try and stop them! Now, he's on the recruitment trail again, and needs the All-Star Squadron to lend a hand. Join us as we talk about these two great issues, and some feedback as well! As usual, you can contact the show through e
Nov 20, 2021 • 1:49:12
Episode 22, A World on Fire Presents- an Interview with Roy Thomas!
Hey there All Stars! Welcome to another exciting episode of the show! Exciting probably isn't a strong enough word to describe this one, as Herm and I were privileged to be able to sit down and talk to one of the greatest creators in the biz- Roy Thomas! We recorded this on Halloween, so of course we had some talk about the holiday and the horrors. Then we transitioned to the All-Star Squadron talk! A huge thank you to Roy and John for making this happen for the show! As usual, you can contact t
Nov 6, 2021 • 49:45
Episode 21, All-Star Squadron 30, 1983
Hey there, All Stars! It's a very special episode this time, as we welcome a guest to the show! One of our dearest friends, Martin Gray, joins us to talk about a favorite story of his! The team faces off against the Black Dragon Society! This story from the past (aren't they all?), is a real cracker, and we enjoyed talking about it with Mart quite a bit! As usual, you can leave feedback for the show at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show's Twitter account @Allsquadron (I'm @Billyd_licio
Oct 23, 2021 • 1:46:55
Episode 20, All-Star Squadron 29, 1983
Hey there All Stars! It's time for another episode of the show! This time around we'll only be covering one issue and there is a very good reason for that, and well explain it on the show. Plus, we get a stupendous adventure starring...The Seven Soldiers of Victory! Sir Justin tells Winston Churchill all about this thrilling escapade, and it is a good one! As usual, you can send any feedback for the show by emailing us at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @Allsquadron or on FB at A Wo
Oct 8, 2021 • 1:12:50
Episode 19, All-Star Squadron 27 and 28, 1983
Hey there All Stars! Welcome to another edition of A World on Fire! This time around, we'll be talking about a JSA centered story, where the team takes on not only Kulak, but their friend, The Spectre, as well! How can the team stop this god-like being? Well, get ready, because we're gonna find out! As usual, you can contact the show with any comments through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @Allsquadron (Herm is @darklongbox and I'm @Billyd_licious)! As always, thanks for li
Sep 25, 2021 • 1:45:38
Episode 18, All-Star Squadron Annual 2, 1983
Hey there, All Stars! We're back with another show! This time around we'll be talking about Annual two, and this is the big one! The conclusion to the Ultra/Infinity Inc. story line! Can our heroes stop the Ultra-Humanite from placing his/her brain inside the metal body of Robotman? There is everything you could ever ask for in this comic- death, action, love, and humor! Don't you dare miss this one! Stay tuned for a special announcement at the end of the show as well as a trailer or two! We als
Sep 10, 2021 • 1:42:27
Episode 17, All-Star Squadron 25 and 26, 1983
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another edition of A World on Fire! These two issues are all over the place, but very important in the history of the DC universe (especially Earth 2!). We see the teams (All-Star Squadron and JSA) up against Ultra and her (or is it his?) minions, as they battle for the lives of their captured comrades! But, Ultra has a few surprises for our heroes, and one of them is Infinity Inc.! Yes, this team is standing in the way and a brawl is the only way to settle it
Aug 27, 2021 • 1:24:03
Episode 16, All-Star Squadron 23 and 24, 1983
Hey there All Stars! We're back with another action packed episode of the show! These next two issues we cover some really wild material, as the team is floundering after their initial meeting with Ultra, and his/her henchmen! And, not only that, but Dr. Fate and The Atom must face a new villain, and he's more than a match for both of them! As usual, you can contact the show through email at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @AllSquadron (I'm @Billyd_licious and Herm is @darklongbox)!
Aug 14, 2021 • 1:25:41
Episode 15, All-Star Squadron 21 and 22, 1983
Hey there, All Stars! It's time for another installment of A World on Fire! In this double-dose of action, the All Stars and the JSA (well, some of them) battle it out with some new villains, but it seems as though not even the might of Superman can stop these varlots! The team gets a new Headquarters, Firebrand makes googoo eyes at Superman, Belle threatens to kiss Johnny, and if all that wasn't enough, we see a horrible death (for real). As usual, you can email the show at Aworldonfirepodcast
Jul 31, 2021 • 2:16:11
Episode 14, All-Star Squadron 19 and 20, 1983
Hey there, all stars! Herman and Billy are back with another episode chocked full of everybody's favorite super team from the mind of Roy Thomas! In this one, we'll cover issues 19 and 20, and all the machinations of Brain Wave! This guy isn't kidding around, and it'll take a surprise visit from a JSA'er to save the day! We will also tackle a good bit of feedback (thank you guys), and our usual hijinx as well! As usual, to contact the show, you can email us at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or r
Jul 16, 2021 • 2:06:19
Episode 13, All-Star Squadron 18, 1982
Hey there, All-Stars! Another episode is here and in your ears! Listen in as we talk about the next crazy issue of All-Star Squadron! First up, the Squadron battles...Thor? The Villain from Valhalla is on a mission to destroy the team! And the introduction of a new team member! Next, we get to some long awaited feedback, and of course, our Earth Prime Archive segment, with Herman! Note, we're only covering one issue this time, because of all the feedback, plus the next two issues (19 and 20) are
Jul 2, 2021 • 1:50:17
Episode 12, All-Star Squadron 16 and 17, 1982
Hey there All-Stars! We're back with another episode! In issue 16, you'll see the team fight "The Magnetic Marauder," with the help of Wonder Woman! Then, in the following story, we get "The Trial of Robotman!" Herman has a great Earth Prime Archive segment, plus we go over a TON of feedback (thank you!). A lengthy episode indeed! As usual, you can send us feedback about the show to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to our Twitter account @AllSquadron (Herman is @darklongbox and I'm @Billyd_lici
Jun 18, 2021 • 2:04:33
Episode 11 - Crisis on Earth Prime!
Hey everybody, welcome to a special edition of the show! Typically we focus on two issues of this title at a time, but in this oversized episode, you'll get 5 issues of comics to feast on! That's right, we're covering the entire crossover in one show (JLU 207-209, and All-Star Squadron 14-15)! We have a blast talking about this one, and were blown away by the creative team of Roy Thomas, Gerry Conway, Adrian Gonzales, Jerry Ordway, Don Heck, Joe Kubert, and George Perez! The JLA, JSA, and All-St
Jun 3, 2021 • 2:31:18
Episode 10, All-Star Squadron Annual 1, 1982
Hey everybody, get ready for a special episode, as Herman and I tackle All-Star Squadron Annual 1! This wild issue touches on the past and the present, and this is fitting for a title like this one! "The Three Faces of Evil" brings a hero vs hero battle, and one we'll not soon forget! Roy Thomas, Adrian Gonzales, and Jerry Ordway bring it as only they can! As usual, you can send any feedback to the show via email at Aworldonfirepodcast@Gmail.com or by reaching out to the show on Twitter @AllSqu
May 20, 2021 • 1:45:24
Episode 9, All-Star Squadron 12 and 13, 1982
Welcome back, to another episode of A World on Fire; an All-Star Squadron Podcast! This time around, Herman and I will be talking about two more issues from this fantastic series. The first issue concludes the 3 part story involving the "alien" and Dr. Hastor! He's got enough power to destroy the Squadron and possibly everyone on Earth! Then, in issue 13, we get some vignettes where the team splits up and has some really cool adventures! We go over some feedback as well, and Herman talks WWII hi
May 4, 2021 • 1:45:32
Episode 8, All-Star Squadron 10 and 11, 1982
Welcome back, to another edition of A World on Fire; An All-Star Squadron Podcast! In this episode Herman and I discuss two more fantastic issues! In number ten, the team is faced with an alien threat that takes the entire team down with very little effort! Then, in the following issue, we see the team again trying to fight this menace, but to no avail. The end of the issue does provide some clarity, but Hawkgirl and the Atom are the only team members around to stop this insidious foe! As usual,
Apr 23, 2021 • 1:33:41
Episode 7, All-Star Squadron 8 and 9, 1982
Welcome back to another exciting episode of A World on Fire! The war is really heating up, especially on the Homefront, where the All-Star Squadron is on high alert. In these two issues we"ll see another assassination attempt, a new villain (the martial arts monster, Kung!), a super cool guess star, and more! Join us as the team must deal with a mind controlled hero that's out for blood! As usual, you can email the show at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or reach out to the show @AllSquadron or He
Apr 8, 2021 • 1:48:03
Episode 6, All-Star Squadron 6 and 7, 1981
Welcome back to another exciting episode of A World on Fire! We hope you enjoyed our feedback episode, but now, we're back with two more issues from the mind of Roy Thomas and the tumultuous era of WWII! First, we'll finish off the team's crazy adventure in Mexico, then transition to a story involving an assassination attempt! As usual, you can email the show at Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or reach out to the show @AllSquadron or Herman @darklongbox or myself @Billyd_licious on Twitter and let
Mar 13, 2021 • 1:31:14
Episode 5, Feedback on Fire!
Hey, hey, hey, it's Herman and Billy, back again! Here is the feedback (Heinz 57 Catch Up show) we promised. Leading off is an awesome 5 Star Apple Podcasts review by our good buddy, @KyleBenning_art (KSCGSF.libsyn.com)! Then, we dive into plenty of emails, some of which feature more awesome Twitter friends in @MartGray (dangermart.blog), @StevenESchend @zanereedjohnson and more! The show can be found on Twitter @AllSquadron and emails can be sent to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a
Mar 10, 2021 • 53:44
Episode 4 All-Star Squadron 4 and 5, 1981
At last, here we are with another episode! In this fourth edition, we'll talk about a crazy issue, that will show the All-Star Squadron batting...The JSA? That's right, in the first issue, the two heroic teams will battle it out, as a new villain will plot against them. In the second issue, we get to see another new villain introduced, along with a startling announcement by the JSA! As usual, feedback can be sent to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com (and a quick aside- we'll be doing a special feedb
Feb 21, 2021 • 1:30:13
Episode 3, All-Star Squadron 2 and 3, 1981
Hey everybody, after much deliberation, Herman and I have decided to give our faithful listeners what they've asked for! Two issues per episode from now on, and not only that, we'll be dropping episodes every two weeks as well! In this episode we talk about the last two issue from this story-line (Degaton), we also get to more feedback (still a lot more to come), and a special trailer! As usual, any feedback for the show can be sent to Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com or to the show @AllSquadron or
Jan 31, 2021 • 2:00:16
Episode 2, All-Star Squadron 1, 1981
Hello, listeners! Well, it's finally here- All-Star Squadron 1! Herman and I are pumped up to bring this one to you all, and we hope you enjoy it, as it'll be one heckuva ride! We'll see the formation of the team, war breaking out on American soil, and a meeting between this new team and the President! We also go over some great feedback (thank you!). Herman added a special promo for a new podcast as well, and it follows the exploits of the Golden Age Vigilante (hosted by Ranger Gord!). As usua
Jan 15, 2021 • 1:33:22
Episode 1, Justice League of America 193 (All-Star Squadron preview)
Welcome to episode 1! In this first, full length show, Herman and Billy will talk about our experiences with the All-Star Squadron, the creators, and our thoughts in general, plus the upcoming episodes as well. In addition, we talk about the 14 page preview that appeared in JLA 193. As usual, you can hit us up on Twitter with any feedback. The show has its own handle now @AllSquadron and Herman can be found @DarkLongbox or you can send us an email - Aworldonfirepodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a v
Dec 19, 2020 • 1:10:04