The Reboot and Rebirth of Superman

Back in 2011, I wrote a piece for Sequart about the nature of continuity and the many techniques that Marvel and DC had used to remedy the problems that come with it. While it isn’t the most complex essay I’ve ever written, I couldn’t help but return to it as DC’s Rebirth books have dominated the comics’ scene for the last year or so. Actually, in the piece I assumed that DC was about to embark on an initiative more similar to Rebirth than that of  the actual New 52. We cover more about the confusion surrounding the intent of that initiative in the second episode of Season Two, which you can watch here on the site. At the end of the Sequart piece, I came to the conclusion that continuity was an endorsement of the fan base, a way of telling the reader that their interest was appreciated and that their time had not been wasted. As time has passed, my belief in this has only grown.

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Dissecting Fiction S2 E2: DC Comics’ The New 52

Pete and Vinny discuss one of the most controversial moments in DC Comics’ history! Plus, we visit Funny Business in Nyack, New York for some insight into the current comics scene and tap an old commercial for some fun! Bonus! Watch Vinny squirm in discomfort as he deals with a Corneal Abrasion for most of the episode!

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