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We’re breaking down Smallville Season 9 Episode 2, “Metallo,” and we freaking loved this one. Clark and Lois are finally back in the same scene, Clark is stepping away from the whole “cutting off his humanity” era, and the show instantly feels more alive because of it. We talk about why John Corben works so well as Metallo, how his kryptonite heart makes him a genuinely tragic and dangerous antagonist, and why all those Terminator references made us so happy. Add in Lois being thrilled Clark is back, the Blur drama, Chloe pushing Clark, and the first real sparks of Season 9 Clois energy, and this Smallville series retrospective gave us exactly the kind of episode we’ve been waiting for.
Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome
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Matt & Maggie - PO Box 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States
Matt & Maggie - 1001 N Eastman Road # 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States
📒Show Notes and Resources
Time Stamps
0:00 -Going Back To Smallville - 9x2
2:55 -Metallo Review
19:10 -War! What Is It Good For?
25:35 -Continuity
36:10 -Freak of the Week
44:00 -Puberty But With Super Powers
46:25 -No Flights, No Tights
48:05 -Drugs But With Kryptonite
51:40 -That’s Just Prime
56:02 -DCU References
1:21:06 -Countdown to Superman
1:22:30 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x3: Rabid
Connect With Matt and Maggie
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/matt.hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/maggie.hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullyawesom
➡️ https://discord.gg/PSC9WdsKF4
📱Subscribe and Listen to Going Back To Smallville
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-back-to-smallville/id1616725063
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07U2AJBm7haOgULimkV259?si=2M-2yfdFRXeE7J2ugMleUw
Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman
Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln
Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF
Each week Matt and Maggie produce a variety of shows on YouTube and podcast services with a positive nerdy spin. We like to keep things fun and light by simply geeking out over the things we love. If you’re looking for drama and toxicity, we’re not the droids you’re looking for.
⚡️OTHER PODCASTS:
-My Adventures With Digimon: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVP5p2pU8967qfsjeJYsd9RD
-Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNrrznSoTSD3-F9VR2JEBYi
About this episode:
It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.
Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.
Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock and let’s go back to where it all began.
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By Hopefully AwesomeWe’re breaking down Smallville Season 9 Episode 2, “Metallo,” and we freaking loved this one. Clark and Lois are finally back in the same scene, Clark is stepping away from the whole “cutting off his humanity” era, and the show instantly feels more alive because of it. We talk about why John Corben works so well as Metallo, how his kryptonite heart makes him a genuinely tragic and dangerous antagonist, and why all those Terminator references made us so happy. Add in Lois being thrilled Clark is back, the Blur drama, Chloe pushing Clark, and the first real sparks of Season 9 Clois energy, and this Smallville series retrospective gave us exactly the kind of episode we’ve been waiting for.
Support the show: https://patreon.com/hopefullyawesome
Become a Member on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHRvjz_pKP1Th5Y8ZIwFMtQ/join
Check out our Merch! - https://hopefullyawesome.creator-spring.com/
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.
Mail to:
Matt & Maggie - PO Box 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States
Matt & Maggie - 1001 N Eastman Road # 3924, Kingsport TN, 37664, United States
📒Show Notes and Resources
Time Stamps
0:00 -Going Back To Smallville - 9x2
2:55 -Metallo Review
19:10 -War! What Is It Good For?
25:35 -Continuity
36:10 -Freak of the Week
44:00 -Puberty But With Super Powers
46:25 -No Flights, No Tights
48:05 -Drugs But With Kryptonite
51:40 -That’s Just Prime
56:02 -DCU References
1:21:06 -Countdown to Superman
1:22:30 -Next Time On Smallville: 9x3: Rabid
Connect With Matt and Maggie
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/matt.hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/maggie.hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://bsky.app/profile/hopefullyawesome.com
➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@hopefullyawesom
➡️ https://discord.gg/PSC9WdsKF4
📱Subscribe and Listen to Going Back To Smallville
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/going-back-to-smallville/id1616725063
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07U2AJBm7haOgULimkV259?si=2M-2yfdFRXeE7J2ugMleUw
Thank you to our Patrons and YouTube members this month! Jerri Anna | TheBigWolf | Ben Grimm | Andrew Norman | Jonathan Odartei | Baboos | Sailor Pandy | The Great Steve | Blahman
Smallville Complete Series Boxset: https://amzn.to/4cP5Rln
Superman 4K Boxset: https://amzn.to/49vFVbF
Each week Matt and Maggie produce a variety of shows on YouTube and podcast services with a positive nerdy spin. We like to keep things fun and light by simply geeking out over the things we love. If you’re looking for drama and toxicity, we’re not the droids you’re looking for.
⚡️OTHER PODCASTS:
-My Adventures With Digimon: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVP5p2pU8967qfsjeJYsd9RD
-Sailor Moon Cosmic Power Rewind: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0gHHg-xQBVNrrznSoTSD3-F9VR2JEBYi
About this episode:
It’s time to return to where the legend began. Join us as we revisit every episode of *Smallville*, the show that redefined the Superman legacy for a new generation. From Clark Kent’s first days in Smallville to the epic conclusion after ten seasons, we’re covering it all—one week at a time.
Perfect for fans who grew up watching *Smallville* or anyone fascinated by the evolution of Superman, this podcast is your weekly dive into the series that brought the Man of Steel’s origin story to life. Each episode, we break down the plot, rank the “freaks of the week,” dig into the DC references, hunt for Easter eggs, and celebrate the moments that made *Smallville* a cornerstone of superhero television.
Hosted by a married couple who loves geeking out over all things 90s, 00s, and DC Comics, *Going Back to Smallville* is all about keeping things positive, fun, and nostalgic. As part of the "Hopefully Awesome" family, we bring the same humor and enthusiasm that you’ve come to expect from our other shows. So put on your red and blue, grab your meteor rock and let’s go back to where it all began.