Today on Exploring Humanity Through Sci-Fi, we venture into the thick, haunting greenery of Panama’s notorious Darien Gap to unpack Indigenous—a chilling survival horror film that premiered at the 2014 Tribeca Film Festival. The movie follows five adventurous friends who set out to explore the remote jungle, despite chilling whispers of murdered teenagers and a deadly cryptid lurking in the shadows. Spoiler alert: it might just be the legendary Chupacabra.

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He plays John Henry Irons in the series who is of course Steel. We chat about the complexity of the character, his suit, the effects and more.

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Recorded Live At The Paley Center in New York are Voice Director Andrea Romano, Screenwriter the late great Dwayne McDuffie and in a mini-press conference is actor Christina Hendricks who voices Lois Lane. Special thanks to Gary Mierneau. A Very Special Thanks to The Paley Center.

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This episode dives deep into the bold and thought-provoking animated feature Superman vs. The Elite with exclusive interviews from two fan-favorite voices: George Newbern (Superman) and Pauley Perrette (Lois Lane). Together, they bring insight and energy to a film that asks one of the most provocative questions in superhero storytelling: Is truth and justice still enough in a world that embraces might over morals?

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 Tim Daly as he reflects on his iconic journey voicing the Man of Steel—culminating in his final performance as Superman in the animated feature Justice League: Doom. From Superman: The Animated Series to the Justice League films, Daly’s voice became synonymous with truth, justice, and quiet strength. 

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Straight from the heart of New York City, join us for a special edition of the podcast recorded live at the Directors Guild Theater, where we celebrate the epic conclusion to The Death of Superman saga—Reign of the Supermen. We take you behind the velvet rope with exclusive red carpet interviews featuring the voices and visionaries who brought this bold chapter of DC animation to life.

🌟 Featured Guests Include:

🦸‍♂️ Jerry O'Connell – Superman/Clark Kent

💬 Rebecca Romijn – Lois Lane

⚡ Cress Williams – Steel/John Henry Irons

🌀 Patrick Fabian – Hank Henshaw/Cyborg Superman

💀 Charles Halford – Eradicator

🛡️ Nyambi Nyambi – Martian Manhunter

🔊 Tony Todd – Darkseid

🎬 Sam Liu – Director

🎞️ James Tucker – Executive Producer

✏️ Phil Bourassa – Character Designer

🧠 Jim Krieg – Producer

🖊️ Tim Sheridan – Screenwriter

🗽 Recorded: Live at the Directors Guild of America Theater in NYC 🎉 

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Five cast members from Superman (2025)—Edi Gathegi, María Gabriela de Faría, Isabela Merced, Nathan Fillion, and Anthony Carrigan—from each side of the fence, help explore the minds of these metahumans. From reluctant villains to grumpy geniuses, these characters bring complexity, charisma, and chaos to James Gunn’s reimagined DC Universe. Hear how each actor shaped their role.

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