Podcast: The Debut of Despero (1960)

This week, we look at one of the primary villains of Martian Manhunter  and the Justice League of America, Despero of Kalanor. Starting with a  brief glimpse at the JLofA's earliest issues and foes, we progress to a  synopsis of 1960's Justice League of America #1 (02:38,) Frank  discussing his first exposure to and thoughts on the Silver Age Despero  and his supporting players (06:41,) a synopsis of 1964's Justice League of America #26 (08:58,) further analysis on the character (11:46,) his current lack of a role in the films Justice League Parts 1 & 2 (14:17) and listener response on the first episode (17:07.)

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Episode #1 (Original Airdate: Dec 13, 2014)

The Idol-Head of Diabolu, a blog for J'Onn J'Onzz, the Manhunter from  Mars, is revived in podcast form ahead of the Alien Atlas' Sixtieth  Anniversary year. Acting as a prelude, this episode covers the prototype  of the Sleuth from Outer Space. Meet Roh Kar, Lawman of Mars...

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