The House of El: Superman, Smallville & The DCU

October 29, 2007 – Here is our interview with Smallville director Mairzee Almas who was at the helm of last week’s episode “Action” and the season 6 episode “Nemesis”. Mairzee talks a little about what went into each of these episodes plus a spoiler-free look at the future!

October 25, 2007 – While filming takes place on the Warrior Angel movie on the Kent farm, Clark saves lead actress Rachel Davenport from a car crash. After some researching by Chloe, it is discovered that someone is trying to kill Rachel, because they believe her character should die, like she does in the comics. Clark’s secret is uncovered by the attacker when he is witnessed stopping a bullet intended for Rachel; he attempts to kill Lana in hopes that her death will make Clark see his true destiny as Earth’s savior. Lana is revealed to be the one who kidnapped Lionel Luthor, and when he is finally freed, Lionel informs Lana that he knows she kidnapped him. This Week on SHoE – Derek and a special guest host bring an ‘action’ packed episode full of news, humors, Derek’s big announcement regarding the new Superman film and lots of spoilers! PLUS be on the lookout for a new interview in the coming days!

October 22, 2007 – This Week on SHoE – Really sorry for the delay in posting but we’ve since “screwed our lives” to bring you the latest episode. Lots of extenuating circumstances went into effect in preparation for this, but none the less here is your latest Smallville news with your recaps for “Fierce” & “Cure”!

October 4, 2007 – Clark discovers he has a cousin, Kara, who was stuck in suspended animation for eighteen years. After a rocky first meeting, where Clark and Kara fight, the two soon band together to find Kara’s stolen ship. Together they find her ship, which was taken by the Department of Domestic Security, but it is in self-destruct mode. Kara absorbs the explosion before it can kill anyone. Later, Kara reveals that a Kryptonian crystal, hidden inside the ship, was stolen before the ship exploded. Lex finds Lana, who used a LuthorCorp clone of herself to help fake her own death, in China. Lex returns to Smallville, determined to find the girl—Kara—who saved his life. This Week on SHoE – Derek and Aly take on the second episode of season 7, “Kara” giving you a full recap of the amazing episode, also news regarding Superman in court, a new scene for next week’s episode, spoilers for upcoming episodes and more!

September 27, 2007 – Clark confronts a bizarre version of himself and the ensuing fight causes Reeves Dam to burst. Lex, who was arrested for Lana’s murder, is caught in the flood of water. Before he can drown, Lex is saved by an unknown girl who he later believes to be an angel giving him a second chance at redemption. Lionel’s body is taken by an unknown person. Chloe is pronounced dead at the hospital, but she resurrects herself in the morgue. Clark discovers his doppelgänger’s weakness, the yellow sun, and exploits it with the help of John Jones (Phil Morris). Lana is revealed to be alive and living in Shanghai, China. On the season 4 premiere of SHoE – You asked for it, you got it – Coming at you with an extended episode, here’s our review of the season 7 premiere of Smallville – “Bizarro” – We go in-depth with all new HiDef screencaps courtesy of Jc’s Watch List and some all new features on the show, plus your emails, voicemails, and reactions moments after the episode ended! Welcome to all our new listeners, we hope you enjoy the show!

September 22, 2007 – Derek and Houston review the season four and five episodes you picked as the number one to be commentated on: ‘Spell’ and ‘Reckoning’ – plus new spoilers, a clue to a new SHoE offspring and great listener emails from new fans due to the awareness from the season 6 DVD.

September 19, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Houston & Derek discuss the big DVD’s released on Sept. 18th – plus a full review of Superman: Doomsday, upcoming discussion of the season 4 and 5 episodes you wanted to hear commented on most by us, a special feature recap of the Smallville Season 6 DVD and the countdown til the season 7 premiere of Smallville.

September 14, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Tim steps in again for an ill Derek & Houston with a review of the second and third season episodes you wanted to hear most commented on, “Lineage” and “Shattered.” Plus an analysis of the new trailer and a few more new spoilers. Expect episode 60 this Tuesday to coincide with the release of the season 6 DVD.

September 12, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Hey everyone, Derek here – Houston and I both are unfortunately extremely sick this week (coincidence, promise) and cannot fulfill our duties as hosts because, basically there’d be nothing to listen to if we attempted to episode. I want to thank Tim for always standing in when unforeseen occurrences arise. Tim goes over the frist official description and trailer for season seven, as well as my interview with Kevin Sorbo from Dragon*Con, new spoilers from Kryptonsite, a few SHoE reminders and more in this, the first of two make-up episodes this week.

August 29, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Big talk on the Superman Returns sequel slated for 2009 and how it will affect Warner Bros. current interest in a JLA project, plus more in-depth discussion on the possibility of Tom Welling cast in the role of Superman for that film, including your emails and more as we count down to Dragon*Con, Smallville Season 6 DVD, and the season 7 premiere of Smallville.

August 25, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Derek reveals the big “talk” driving the new JLA project from Warner Bros; also news and spoilers around the first 6 episodes of season 7; including the first of six episode reviews that you the fans voted as the ones you wanted to hear commented on SHoE.

August 18, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Derek can’t drive 55, but Tim can! Tim steps in due to an ill Derek to talk all about the remaining 6 weeks left before the premiere of season 7.

August 10, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Derek takes on the one-man show act with lots of news surrounding the first six episodes of Smallville, including some careful stunt casting and new spoilers, as well as some great emails including a thorough discussion of Marvel vs. DC films.

August 4, 2007 – This Week On A Super-Sized SHoE: Derek tries to answer listener email but keeps getting interrupted by the phone ringing and special guests chiming in with their two cents. Also Comic-Con news and some things going on with SHoE. Derek’s feeling a little under the weather so apologies for the weak voice.

July 28, 2007 – This week on SHoE – Derek and guest-host Aly (of Undead America) discuss all the news coming in from SDCC in San Diego, including new promotions, spoilers for Smallville, the arrival of Supergirl in Kansas, information on The Dark Knight, what’s in store for next week’s episode 53 and more.

July 18, 2007 – This week on SHoE – The SHoE crew has returned, Derek is back with guest-host Shane to chime in on ALL the big news regarding Smallville, including casting details, spoilers, speculation and more – including big SHoE news; It’s great to be back and SHoE’s new all summer leading up to the return of Smallville.

May 17, 2007 – Clark tells Lana the truth about his origins, and learns that Lionel forced her to marry Lex. Martian Manhunter reveals Lionel is working as an emissary for Jor-El. Lois discovers Lex’s research facility. When she is fatally wounded, Chloe sacrifices herself to save Lois’ life. Lana tries to leave Smallville, but is caught in a car bomb; Lex is arrested for her murder. The last phantom copies Clark’s DNA, and becomes a “bizarre” version of Clark. This Week On the One Year Anniversary of SHoE – The second season finale of Starkville’s House of El finds Tucker, Houston, and Derek anxiously awaiting the arrival of Will for his final episode. In the meantime they discuss the season 6 closer.

May 10, 2007 – Lex uses the DNA from meteor-infected individuals, and that of Titan, to turn Wes Keenan into a super soldier. Wes’ first mission is to kill Senator Burke, who has threatened to expose Lex’s operation. Clark battles Wes, and defeats him using his heat vision. Martha takes a job in Washington, D.C. This Week On SHoE – It what will truly be remembered as one of the greatest episodes of the sixth season, Will, Derek, Tucker, and Houston sit down to talk about the impact of ‘Prototype’ in the Smallville universe, and how it’s events will set up next week’s finale. Plus we recap our weekend with James Carrington, discuss our own finale, share some news, laughs, and tears as we prepare to say goodbye to Will.

May 3, 2007 – Jimmy is knocked unconscious and dreams he’s a reporter for the Daily Planet in 1940. In the present, Chloe and Jimmy try to figure out who shot Lana, but it’s Lois and Lionel who discover that Lex is working with Senator Burke on a project called “Ares”. Chloe learns that Lionel forced Lana to marry Lex, and that he’s using her to spy on Lex. This weekend, Derek, Tucker and Graham hung out with singer/songwriter James Carrington, SHoE flew him into Starkville to play a few gigs, as well as sit in on this week’s podcast. What you’re about to download is the audio from this week’s SHoE. The video version will be available in our feed after Wednesday. We’ve got really great footage of this amazing weekend, so keep it locked on the House of El feed for lots of surprises throughout the week!

April 26, 2007 – The wife of special forces soldier Wes Keenan kidnaps Lex in an effort to get her husband back from LuthorCorp and hides him in an abandoned tunnel system with bombs planted throughout. Lionel convinces Clark to go in after Lex. With the walls lined with kryptonite, and only a short time before everything collapses, Clark and Lex are forced to work together to escape the tunnels. This Week on SHoE – The guys deliver an in-depth and informative look into the friendship of Lex Luthor and Clark Kent by discussing the nineteenth episode of season six, ‘Nemesis’. Additional topics include the Justice & Doom promotions, countdown to the season finale, real life kryptonite and maybe even a Krypton-like planet. The ‘Nemesis’ contest is over – thanks for all our entries – we’ll announce the winner next week on SHoE! Thanks for being patient with us.

April 19, 2007 – Chloe’s mother wakes from her catatonic state with some help from Lex, who is interested in her ability to control meteor-enhanced people. Moira Sullivan quickly begins controlling Chloe in an effort to break out of Lex’s facility. With some help from Clark, she is able to see her daughter again, but without Lex’s drugs, she slips back into catatonia. Lana learns the truth about her pregnancy: she was never pregnant at all. This week on SHoE – Derek, Tucker, Houston and Graham talk about the return of Smallville with the latest episode: Progeny. We also give our thoughts about what may go down in the final episodes of Season 6 and what we can expect for the finale. The usual hilarity also ensues.

April 15, 2007 – This Week on SHoE – Derek takes the horse and pony show to new limits as a one-man endeavor for the first time ever on SHoE. But he doesn’t disappoint in bringing the latest news and spoilers for the final five episodes of Smallville and SHoE!

April 7, 2007 – This Week on SHoE – The Countdown has begun, and with only 5 episodes left until the season finales of Smallville and Starkville, Derek and Tucker provide all the latest news, discussion, and goings on in the Smallville/Superman universe, including hints at new cast members joining SHoE and the final days leading up to Tangent.

April 1, 2007 – This Week On SHoE – Results of our cancellation were highly exagerated! Happy April Fool’s Day fans, we’re back with our spoilerish, indepth look at the Season 6 finale – ‘Phantom’. Plus the usual bit of news, hilarity, contest details, and the countdown to the season 2 finale of Starkville’s House of El.

March 22, 2007 – Since Lana’s wedding, Clark has devoted himself to bringing wanted criminals to justice, by any means necessary. Getting a tip from Oliver, Clark learns about an underground fighting ring where Titan, an escaped Phantom Zone criminal, has taken up fighting krypto-warriors. Clark joins the fighting ring to take on Titan. Lana suffers a miscarriage, and Lex destroys all evidence of her pregnancy.

March 15, 2007 – Lana begins having second thoughts about her marriage to Lex, and finally decides to find out the truth about Clark. After learning the truth, by way of deception, Lana promises Clark that she isn’t going to marry Lex. Lionel realizes what is going on and forces Lana to walk down the aisle. Clark, unaware that Lana knows the truth, is stunned when she marries Lex. The SHoE crew is back after a week off and we’re coming’ at you with our thoughts on “Promise” the long awaited wedding episode. Graham and Derek talk about their recent travels with John Schneider as well as a few interesting things that are lining up in the SHoE universe.

March 4, 2007 – This Week on SHoE – Derek and Tucker continue on through the hiatus with dicussion on the upcoming ‘Promise’ and leading to the finale, also discussing Derek’s upcoming journey with John Schneider on the 2nd leg of the “Collier & Co.” tour, and we call Graham whose gone on ahead of Derek and is currently with John. Plus, the countdown to Tangent.

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February 15, 2007 – Tobias, a young man who was blinded in the last meteor shower, is being used to identify kryptonite-enhanced individuals so that LuthorCorp can place tracking devices in all of them. Unaware of what is really happening, he identifies Chloe as being kryptonite-infected. Fearing what she will become, Clark promises to look after her and any potential power she may develop. Tucker and Will review “Freak.” Derek is out of town resulting in the first time ever missed an episode of SHoE.

February 8, 2007 – While Lana continues her investigation into Clark, someone else begins stalking her. No matter where she goes they continue to find her, leaving her gifts and death threats. Lana begins to fear for her safety. For safety, she stays with Martha, and uses the opportunity to learn more about Clark. When she returns to the mansion, Lana is surprised to learn the true identity of the stalker. This week on SHoE – With Houston and Will out of town, Derek, Tucker, and Graham try to make it through review of a season one repeat…wait, this was a new episode?

February 1, 2007 – During a Valentine’s Day party, Lois is given a tube of lipstick laced with red kryptonite, designed to cause her to fall in love with the first person she sees. When Lois kisses Clark, he becomes immediately affected. Chloe and Martha quickly realize the truth and grab some green kryptonite to neutralize the effects. Before they can, a fight with Lex causes Lana to grow more suspicious about Clark’s secret. Derek and Houston delve into episode 6.13 – “Crimson” and give their thoughts. They also discuss big changes on the horizon for SHoE, including new formats, new ways to get in contact with the crew and more.

Green Arrow speaks! Derek and Tucker talk with actor Justin Hartley about his role as Oliver Queen (aka The Green Arrow) on “Smallville,” and also his work as Aquaman on “Mercy Reef.” Justin shares some stories from the set, what his favorite moments were on and off the set and who he enjoyed working with.

January 25, 2007 – Clark is attacked by a “Zoner”, but when he wakes up he finds himself in a sanitarium, and without his powers. He is informed that his entire life, as he believes it, has been nothing more than a fabrication he created to cope with his biological parents’ death in the meteor shower. Another patient tries to help Clark, warning him that the phantom is actually attempting to take over Clark’s body. This week on SHoE: Derek, Tucker and Will review episode 6.12 – “Labyrinth”. They discuss the role of J’onn J’onzz in the episode and where he will lie as an ally for Clark in the rest of the season.

Tucker and Derek talk to Steven S. DeKnight, writer, director and co-executive producer for “Smallville,” about his previous work on “Buffy The Vampire Slayer,” “Angel,” and of course, “Smallville.” He also discusses his involvement on MTV’s “Undressed,” “Firefly,” “Buffy the Animated Series,” and “The Punisher 2.”

In part two of our Interview, Derek and Tucker get down to undisclosed business with Steven DeKnight, writer, director and co-executive producer for “Smallville,” about his work on “Justice”, “Smallville’s” 11th episode for season six. We then go in-depth about season six’s premiere episode, “Zod” and discuss Steven’s work on the show since season four.

January 18, 2007 – Bart, A.C., and Victor return to Smallville with Oliver. Oliver believes Lex is amassing an army of kryptonite-enhanced people in his level 33.1 projects. When Bart is captured, Clark and the others band together to rescue him and destroy Lex’s facility. After completing their mission, Oliver says goodbye to Lois and leaves town with Bart, A.C., and Victor in search of Lex’s other 33.1 facilities. DEREK CALLS ON TUCKER, WILL, AND HOUSTON TO FILM A VIDEO EPISODE: Derek and the SHoE League unite to return to Starkville to review and infiltrate Smallville’s most kept-secret episode this season: “Justice”. The usual hilarity finds the 4-some stuck on a couch and giving you an in-depth look at what they do each week in bringing this podcast to the internet.

Derek talks with James Carrington, whose song “Ache” appeared on this seasons episode 6.03 “Wither”. James discusses his music, Smallville, where you can find him live, and also shares some personal stories and great new music! Enjoy!

January 11, 2007 – Linda Lake, a gossip columnist with the ability to morph into water, uses her ability to uncover incriminating stories, including one about Lana, Lex and Clark. Lois suspects that Oliver is actually the Green Arrow. She sets up an elaborate scheme to catch him, but Clark dresses up as Green Arrow and while in disguise, shares a passionate kiss with Lois, which both enjoy. Chloe and Linda get into a fight, when Chloe discovers Linda’s new story about Clark. Clark learns about Lana’s pregnancy, and she finally accepts Lex’s proposal. This week on SHoE – Smallville finally returns in 2007, and the full Starkville crew assembles to discuss episode 6.10 “Hydro”. We talk about all the new spoilers, and news surrounding upcoming episodes, including SHoE news, trivia, plus we reveal our “Justice” contest winner!

This week on SHoE, we unveil our new co-host, talk about a lot of important news that has gone on in our absence from last week, discuss what “Justice” will hold for Clark and the other members of the newly-formed JLA, we reveal a new SHoE interview, plus trivia and more!

This week on SHoE – Derek and Graham discuss upcoming episodes Hydro, Justice and Crimson. We also discuss some spoilers and go over a few great e-mails. We once again remind you of our contest that is still going on, and we discuss some exciting news related to our podcast; namely another great exclusive interview.

This week on SHoE – in the midst of the holiday season the guys take time out to thank all of the fans, individually. Only kidding, Tucker and Derek discuss the past few months and the whirlwind that has surrounded the SHoE and The 10th Wonder Podcasts.

December 7, 2006 – Jed McNally is forcing illegal immigrants to work on his farm in Smallville. Javier, who has come to Kansas to search for his mother, manages to escape, but his friend gets pulled into the ground during the attempt. McNally is arrested, but escapes by burrowing into the ground. Chloe and Jimmy locate Javier’s mother. Lex has McNally imprisoned in the newly relocated 33.1. This week on SHoE – Derek, Tucker, Houston and Graham bring you all the latest news for the upcoming second half of the season. There are some upcoming devlopments crucial to the fan base of House of El, plus the review of 6.09 – “Subterranean” and reactions to the trailer for “Hydro/Justice.”

We appreciate all fans that email us and send news our way. One person in particular is Steve Skelton. Steve is the author of the acclaimed book, “The Gospel According to the World’s Greatest Superhero.” Steve has allowed us to be the medium to release his audio interview with Bryan Singer, director of Superman Returns.

This week on SHoE – Derek and Houston give their initial thoughts on news and spoilers fueling the second half of season 6 of Smallville; also covered is the extensive amount of Superman DVD’s released lately and discussion on Richard Donner’s Superman II and Superman Returns launch DVD releases.

This week on SHoE – Tim from Smallville Superfan joins us to discuss our thoughts on Season 6 so far and why it’s shaping up to be one of the best seasons of Smallville yet. Be sure to catch part 2 of the episode as we guest on Tim’s Podcast: Smallville Superfan.

November 16, 2016 – Level 33.1 patient Bronson breaches the mansion and kidnaps Lex, transporting him to another frequency plane. Clark learns of another escaped Phantom Zone criminal and heads to Seattle to find him. Bronson kidnaps Lana, in an effort to force Lex to reveal the new location of 33.1. Jimmy triangulates their positions to pull them out, but not before Lex kills Bronson. Clark has his first encounter with The Martian Manhunter. Lex proposes to Lana. This week on SHoE – Tucker and Derek put out an episode by their lonesome. Houston is out of town and Graham is busy with a production elsewhere. Despite the lack of help, Tucker and Derek review the latest episode “Static” in yet another entertaining episode of Starkville’s House of El Podcast!

November 9, 2006 – Oliver bails on Lois when a couple is being mugged at gunpoint. While attempting to stop the muggers, Oliver is shot. When Clark checks in on Oliver, Oliver has no visible signs of being shot. Clark and Chloe discover that Oliver’s research facility is developing a drug that heals almost any wound instantly. Lana learns that she is pregnant. This week on SHoE – We reflect on our amazing weekend with John Schneider and then proceed with our review of 6×07 – “Rage”. We announce the winner of our “Publicity” contest and read several e-mails from you guys. There are some very exciting things going down behind the scenes at SHoE so subscribe!

Here it is everyone! The show you have all been waiting for! Sorry for the delay! Here is the full length uncut interview with John Schneider from Starkville’s House of El Podcast! John speaks about his movie making ambitions and explains all about his latest venture: Collier and Co. Then we get right into a lengthy discussion about “Smallville.”

November 2, 2006 – An escaped phantom, Baern, takes possession of a young boy’s body (Bow Wow) and sets his sights on finding Kal-El. As Clark is studying the satellite images, he gets an unexpected visitor, Raya. The escaped “Zoner” locates Clark and arrives at the Kent Farm, but is forced to retreat. Baern returns with more power, and after Raya is fatally injured, Clark uses the House of El crystal to capture Baern. This week on SHoE – Listen for our review of 6×06 – “Fallout”, Houston and Derek pick up slack in Tucker’s absence with a great episode, great discussion, emails, trivia, news, and of course, our countdown to John Schneider on SHoE!

October 26, 2006 – Lex and Oliver attend their 10 year reunion, where the animosity between them is obviously rising as talk of Lex’s deceased best friend, Duncan, brings tension. When Oliver’s old friends begin to die one by one, he starts an investigation into who is responsible. Oliver gives Clark the satellite images from “Dark Thursday”, in exchange for helping him find out who is killing his friends. This week on SHoE we review and discuss Episode 6×05 – “Reunion.” We then go over some of our expectations and predictions for Season Six and much much more! Plus, we read your e-mails and oh yeah… you’re going to want to read the next paragraph: We finally reveal our mystery guest! John Schneider (Smallville’s Jonathan Kent).