The one line sell for The ReaderFeed is: It’s like Marvel Premiere or Showcase Comics, but for comic book podcasts.

Back in the good old days of comics, DC and Marvel had try-out titles. These were comic books that focused on characters who weren’t established commodities. No one really knew if a character featured in those titles would break out and become popular enough to warrant their own series. As with any try-out system, there were success stories and noble efforts. Some of the success stories from Marvel Premiere include characters like Adam Warlock, Doctor Strange, Iron Fist, and Black Panther; Showcase Comics featured such characters as The Flash (Barry Allen), Green Lantern Hal Jordan, Lois Lane, Metal Men and The Spectre. Of course, there were also noble efforts like Marvel Premiere’s Liberty Legion, Woodgod, Monark Starstalker and Seeker 3000; while Showcase brought us Kings Of The Wild, Windy and Willy, Firehair, Jason’s Quest and Manhunter 2070.

The ReaderFeed will be attempt to create a podcast feed based on characters that might not have a large enough fanbase to warrant their own podcast feed, by people who might not want to devote time to a regularly scheduled podcast. That’s why the official symbol of The ReaderFeed is an unknown person with a question mark. Not knowing what’s coming next is part of the fun. Who knows? This may be the birthplace of next great comic book podcast or the podcast equivalent of The Maniaks.

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In the 30th episode of the Shade’s Journal, join host Matt Kramer for a trip into the 30th Century as we meet up with Star Boy Thom Kallor of the Legion of Super-Heroes!  While in the 30th Century, we learn some more clues as to what’s in store for Jack and Mikaal in the future and they also bump into a familiar face.  While in the 30th Century, we also have a Knights Past segment focusing on Thom Kallor and we get a brief discussion on the Legion of Super-Heroes.  Issues discussed in this episode are Starman #50 and Legion of Super-Heroes #306.

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The Shade’s Journal returns with episode 29! In this episode, Join host Matt Kramer as we officially kick off the storyline “Stars My Destination”, as Jack travels into deep space and makes an unexpected discovery. Meanwhile, Mikaal has a conversation with David in the annual “Talking With David” story. We also learn the connection the title “Stars My Destination” has with Starman’s legacy.

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In The Shade’s Journal Episode 28, join host Matt Kramer for discussion of the Starman 80 Page Giant as we follow the legacy of a single item and how it touched the lives of the residents of Opal City between 1894 and 1999. Also, we meet the Starman of 1951 for the first time, as well as a brand new Ragdoll.

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In the 27th episode of The Shade’s Journal, host Matt Kramer discusses what is happening in Opal City with its protector Jack Knight in space as well as what the future of the Starman legacy is as Ted Knight is paid a visit by Farris Knight, the Starman of the 853rd Century. Also in this episode, we welcome the new regular series artist Peter Snejbjerg aboard with his first issue. Issues discussed include Starman #47 and Starman #1,000,000. Enjoy!

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In the 26th episode of The Shade’s Journal, we say goodbye to Tony Harris as Jack finally says goodbye to Opal City and heads to the stars. Also, in a couple Tales of Times Past, we get a glimpse of Ted’s life as he works for the FBI and see heroic roots begin to spout for Bobo Benetti. Issues discussed include Starman #45 and 46, as well as a story from JSA All-Stars #4.

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In the milestone 25th episode of The Shade’s Journal, join host Matt Kramer for a special Knights Past segment celebrating the life of Ted Knight and as we mourn the passing of Archie Goodwin. Also, several news topics are discussed including the status of James Robinson’s Justice League title, Sandman Mystery Theater vol. 7 “The Mist and the Phantom of the Fair”, and the Starman Omnibus vol. 2 topping the New York Times’ first ever graphic fiction bestseller list. This episode features discussion of Starman #44, Adventure Comics #61, and The Brave and the Bold #61.

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In the 24th episode of The Shade’s Journal, host Matt Kramer plays tour director as we take several trips through time and to space! First, Ted Knight gets a visit from a resident of Gotham City in a battle between science and sorcery. Then join Jack as he receives his ticket to the stars! And finally, we join the Mist as she makes an unplanned trip from Paris back to the United States.

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In the 23rd episode of The Shade’s Journal, host Matt Kramer discusses the start of the next chapter in Jack Knight’s life, as he begins his quest to go to the stars. Meanwhile, Matt O’Dare’s journey to redemption begins with the help of the Shade. Also, learn the secret origins of Jack and Ted Knight, as well as the future of Opal City.

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In the 22nd episode of The Shade’s Journal, it’s the Power of Shazam against the Power of the Stars as Captain Marvel comes to Opal City in search of a fugitive charged with treason! Join host Matt Kramer for a discussion of the Lightning and Stars crossover contained in Starman #39 and 40 and The Power of Shazam #35 and 36.

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In the 21st episode of The Shade’s Journal, host Matt Kramer explores the differences between heroes and villains, as Jack is given advice at a dinner party of deceased heroes and the Mist tests how far she will go in her quest for revenge as Starman issues #37 and 38 are discussed.