As a follow-up to an earlier post, I take a look at five more examples of obsolete technology references in cartoons, including the once-common phone booth.
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Tag: Superman
LGBTQ characters in kids’ TV animation
I take a look at LGBTQ characters in children’s animated TV series, from “Steven Universe” and “Clarence” to “The Legend of Korra.”
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for September 2018
A look at what of interest is coming out from DC Comics for September 2018, including a Black Lightning trade, plus Scooby-Doo meeting Detective Chimp.
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8 noteworthy cartoon anniversary celebrations
A look at how various cartoon characters’ anniversaries were celebrated by their respective companies, from “Peanuts” to Hanna-Barbera.
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Who are the most popular superheroes?
A look at the most popular superheroes among the general public, as well as the most familiar ones outside of comic fan circles.
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for July 2018
A look at DC Comics’ July 2018 solicitations, including the wedding of Batman and Catwoman, Brian Michael Bendis on Superman, and Scooby-Doo meeting Swamp Thing.
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Happy 80th anniversary, Superman… plus the 1000th issue of “Action Comics”
Today marks both Superman’s 80th anniversary and the release of “Action Comics” #1000. I take a look back at memorable issues of “Action” over the past 80 years.
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Anthony’s DC Comics picks for June 2018
A look at what’s coming out from DC Comics for June 2018, including Brian Michael Bendis’ “Man of Steel” miniseries, and another DC Universe/Hanna-Barbera crossover.
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A look at what’s coming out from DC Comics for April 2018, including the final issue of “Astro City.” Also, “Action Comics” hits its 1000th issue!
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“Normal America” is more like Metropolis than Smallville
Some politicians and media associate “the real America” as something like Superman’s hometown of Smallville. Reality, however, favors Metropolis.
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