The Shazam Isis Podcast

Yale is a teen who wants to join an outdoor group called "The Overlanders". But one of the leaders has a problem with this because Yale and his family are Jewish. What he doesn't know is that Yale's father is also helping Mexican authorities with smuggling of religious artifacts across the border.

We're back with our first review in over a year and we start off with one of the best episodes in the series. John and Richard discuss the stunt flying that reminded John of Jackson Bostwick's work in the first season, how this episode stands out for how it handles the theme of tolerance compared to other shows of the 70s, and the unprecedented three appearances of Captain Marvel in this episode.

​It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

​Moral: "Prejudice and bigotry are two words that mean not liking somebody, calling them names because they different somebody. It's pretty silly. In some ways, all of us are different, in others, we're all the same. The important thing about a person is not the color of his hair or his skin, or his religion, whether he's tall of short, skinny or fat. What is important is something called character. Ask yourself is he honest? Does he care about others? Is he good? If the answers yes, call him friend."

Guest Cast

Lindin Chiles as Orin Clyde

Milt Kogan as Jack Michaels

James Van Patten as Harry

David Gruner as Yale Michaels

Darel Glaser as Joe Olveira

After a near year-and-a-half absence, the podcast returns. Before John and Richard set off once again in the RV to travel the highways and the byways of the land discussing those two iconic shows we love so much, they need to do a little house cleaning, or RV cleaning, if you will.

They discuss DC's decision to cancel a planned release of the classic Monster Society of Evil, Shazam! in HD on DC Universe, the fate of DC Universe, the fate of Isis in a modern world, and the recent Shazam movie.

​It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

A pair of Catholic School girls discover a chest of stolen money on the beach. They decide to keep it with the best of intentions for it, but the thieves who stole it want it back and will do anything to make that happen, including kidnapping the girls and Mentor. It's up to Captain Marvel and Isis to save the day.

It's another great cross-over episode as Joanna Cameron guest stars as Andrea Thomas and Isis! And so we decided to make the podcast just as special. Shazam! series star, Michael Gray, joins us to discuss the episode, working with Joanna Cameron and Tut the bird, "Big John" the stunt double for John Davey in this episode, the talent of Les Tremaine, and the lost Christmas outtakes reel.

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

​Moral: "Laura and Kate learn that doing something wrong, even if it's for a good reason, doesn't make it right. A wrong deed is usually the beginning. You find yourself trying to cover it up and then the wrong deed has lead to lies and then they get bigger and bigger. Most of the time we can tell right from wrong, so don't try to fool yourself. Stick to the right way. It's the best way. "

Guest Cast

Dran Hamilton as Sister Mary Catherine

Carol Ann Williams as Kate

Susan Madigan as Laura

Darwin Joston as Jasper

Bill Death as McSween

and

Joanna Cameron as Andrea Thomas/Isis

Noah is a teenager who has been recently struck blind. His passion, riding horses, seems to be elusive to him, but Andrea and Rennie are determined to change that attitude by introducing Noah to a seeing eye horse. Just how resourceful is this horse when Noah finds himself in trouble and his ranch in danger of burning down?

Our look at the first episode of the second and final season of The Secrets of Isis is met with a mix of feelings between John and Richard. One of the two is not impressed at all with what he's seeing, while the other acknowledges that there are issues with the episode, but feels the message is important and relevant today, making it a better episode. The two discuss the revamped theme song, the Viewmaster reels that were developed from this story, the weak introduction of Ronalda Douglas as Rennie Carol, Isis' new hairdo, and the trope of heroic blind people in 70s television. Plus, just how familiar is that ranch house in this episode to John?

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

​Moral: "A handicap does not mean the end of a person's means of living. Knowing you have a support base can mean the difference when it comes to doing anything you want in this world."

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Guest Cast

Greg Elliot as Noah Schuster

Kathleen O'Malley as Mrs. Schuster

James Griffith as Dr. Blandford

Glen has a chance to win a new motorcycle, but the means of winning may prove more than Glen is willing to commit. He learns a hard lesson when his desire to win almost costs the life of a another person.

We start off the final season of Shazam! with a story that does work in today's world. John and Richard discuss how there are those in this instant world who aren't willing to work for something they desire. They also discuss what may be the worst stunts in the series, the odd choice to use a new voice over for Billy's transformation, and the caliber of guest stars this particular episode has. And finally, just what is a pizza-flavored malt?

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

Moral: "Just about anything worthwhile has to be worked for, and earned. If it's worth having, it's worth waiting for."

Guest Cast

Mark Montgomery as Glen

Dennis Olivieri as Fred

William Campbell as Officer Ken Taylor

Walker Edmiston as Bob Rose

Chala likes to design airplanes and wants to enter the school competition, but her competition is willing to go to any lengths to make sure she doesn't. To make matters worse, Chala's brother is not supportive of her "Dreams of Flight".

We come to the end of the first season of Isis with a story whose moral doesn't exactly match the plot. Is this a story about accepting that all people are deserving of respect or is this a story about accepting that woman are as capable of doing anything a man can do? John and Richard discuss this as well as the the story arc of Cindy Lee and the conclusion of the first season of Isis.

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

​Moral: "People who come from different backgrounds or from different countries deserve the same respect we give everyone else. Putting someone down because they speak a different language or are a different color just doesn't make sense. What does make sense is treating people just the way we want them to treat us."

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Guest Cast

Cynthia Avila as Chala

Paul Hinkley as Mark

Tom Williams as Bill

Fabian Gregory as Raoul

With the conclusion of our reviews of DC Comics' 1977 run of The Mighty Isis comic series, we're proud to present our interview with The Mighty Isis writer Jack C. Harris. Harris talks with us about how he got the assignment to write the book, the abrupt cancellation, and his plans with the series had it moved forward. Plus, we talk Kamandi and Captain Marvel in this all new episode.

Jack C. Harris was born in 1947. He received a B.F.A. from the Philadelphia University of the Arts. He began working in comic books as an assistant editor at DC Comics. He went on to become a comic book writer and editor, working for DC Comics and later Marvel Comics, among others. He taught History of the American Comic Book at Philadelphia College of Art from 1973-1975. In the early 1980s, he was the Art Director for Licensing International Magazine, and in 1985 he became its Managing Editor. From 1985 through 1992 he wrote books, primarily children's books. He briefly returned to DC Comics in the early 1990s to write The Ray series with Joe Quesada. He is currently an instructor at the School of Visual Arts in New York, NY.

Steve is a member of Rick's scuba diving club, but he's not one to listen to rules. In doing so, he risks his life and it's up to Isis to save him.

We conclude our reviews of the DC Comics 1970s run of The Mighty Isis, with a look at a story that appears to set things back to normal. Andrea has returned to school with Rick and is teaching once again, but there are new wrinkles that affect the storyline and will not be resolved.

​Plus, we announce the winners of our Isis comic giveaway.

Next, it's a look at the episode, "Scuba Duba". Among the topics discussed are the appearance of manta rays in a lake, the underwater photography of the episode and how the fashions of this episode may have influenced That 70s Show.

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

Moral: "We've all heard the expression, safety first. But sometimes we forget just how important that saying is. Safety first means nothing is more important than that you think before you act. So, don't take a chance - think safety and act safely."

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Guest Cast

Eileen Chesis as Nancy

Brian Byers as Steve

Freddie is running for president of the Auto Club, but faces strong opposition from Mack. The two agree to a Relay Race to settle who would make a better president, but Mack has plans of his own on how the race should be run and won.

We continue our reviews of the DC Comics 1970s run of The Mighty Isis, looking at the penultimate issue, a story that really takes the series in a new direction, both story and character-wise.

Next, it's a look at the episode, "Girl Driver". Among the topics discussed are the progression of Cindy Lee as a character from the start of the series to now, why a general election wasn't held to determine who would be president of the club, Sid and Marty Kroft versus Filmation live action shows, and the new outfits everyone gets to wear in this episode.

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

Moral: "You have to like and respect yourself. Each of us have many things we can be proud of. Things we can do as well, maybe even better than anyone else. So don't put yourself down. Being popular means caring about other people and yourself."

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Guest Cast

Susan Lawrence as Feddie Charlton

Steve Doubet as Mac Lennard

and

Albert Reed as Doctor Barnes

Carrie has low self-esteem due to her weight. It causes her to save people the time and trouble of putting her down by being self-deprecating. Her friends convince her to run for Student Body President as they think she would be very good at it as a creative individual. But she thinks the only way she can win is if she can pull off a publicity stunt that will get her noticed. So she steals Rick Mason's boat and gets herself stranded out in the ocean as a storm approaches. It's more than Isis can manage so she calls upon the aid of Captain Marvel.

Before getting into this week's review, John and Richard discuss the sixth issue of the DC Comics 1970s The Mighty Isis comic run. This is the issue John remembers from his youth as it's the only issue he owned. They break down the continuing change in the character of Isis and the very provocative cover on the issue.

Next, it's a look at the episode, "Funny Gal". Among the topics discussed are the question of the moral really matching the story, the appearance of Captain Marvel in this episode and how Jackson Bostwick might have played it, and the appreciation of practical stunts being performed in this episode that harkens back to the first season of Shazam!.

It's all here and we want to hear from you on what you think of the episode. Write us as [email protected].

Moral: "You have to like and respect yourself. Each of us have many things we can be proud of. Things we can do as well, maybe even better than anyone else. So don't put yourself down. Being popular means caring about other people and yourself."

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Guest Cast

Sandra Vacey as Carrie Anson

Jonas Agee as Greg Aley

and special guest star

John Davey as Captain Marvel