The Super Mates Podcast

Exit the House of Franklin-Stein, and enter…the House of Wax! Chris and Cindy wrap up spooky season with discussion of the classic film starring Vincent Price as a sculptor so obsessed with beauty…he’s willing to kill for it! Then they wax (heh-heh) about The Phantom Stranger #16 (Nov./ Dec. 1971) by Len Wein and Jim Aparo! Can the Phantom Stranger save a young woman doomed to a destiny encased in wax? Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: House of Wax (1953) directed by Andre de Toth Blazing Saddles (1974) directed by Mel Brooks “At the House of Frankenstein” by Big Bee Kornegay “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

Welcome back to the House of Franklin-Stein, for the Maddest Story Ever Told! Chris and Cindy discuss 1967’s Spider Baby, starring horror legend Lon Chaney, Jr. as the caretaker of a loving but incredibly disturbed family with a penchant for playful murder and a taste for human flesh! Equally disturbed is “The Evil Three” who Perry White and Jimmy Olsen stumble across on a simple fishing trip. Will they escape this horror hotel on their own, or is this a job for Superman? George Reeves stars in this spooky episode of his classic Adventures of Superman TV series. Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: Spider Baby (1967) directed by Jack Hill, music by Ronald Stein The Adventures of Superman: “The Evil Three” directed by Tommy Carr, theme music by Leon Klatzkin “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

It’s this year’s second visit to the Hammer House of Franklin-Stein! Chris and Cindy discuss the 1962 Hammer Films classic Captain Clegg (UK title) aka Night Creatures (US title)! Peter Cushing stars as the vicar of a small English village where smuggling is afoot, and Marsh Phantoms roam the countryside! Also starring Hammer favorites Oliver Reed, Michael Ripper and Yvonne Romaine! Then it’s off to the comic crypt to examine “Scourge of the Skeletal Riders” from Teen Titans (Vol. 1) #37 (Jan/Feb. 1972) by Bob Haney, George Tuska and Nick Cardy. The Titans get embroiled in the civil war in Ranistan while looking for their captured friend. Along the way they encounter mysterious riders who may just be the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: Captain Clegg aka Night Creatures (1962) directed by Peter Graham Scott, music by Don Sharp Theme from Teen Titans (2003) by Puffy Ami Yumi "Creeps for Cushing" by Captain Clegg and the Night Creatures “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

Return to the House of Franklin-Stein and its Horror Hall of Fame! This episode we spotlight horror icon Christopher Lee and the 1960 film The City of the Dead (aka Horror Hotel). Lee’s Professor Driscoll sends his star student to Whitewood, Massachusetts to research a witch burning there, but she finds some traditions never die! Then it’s off to the comic crypt for Fantastic Four #94 by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, where the FF visit the spooky home of Franklin’s new caretaker Agatha Harkness, and try to survive a night of revenge plotted by the Frightful Four! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: City of the Dead (1960) directed by John Llewllyn Moxey “Agatha All Along” from WandaVision, written by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, featuring Kathryn Hahn The Fantastic Four (1967) theme by Ted Nichols “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

Something NEW at the House of Franklin-Stein! Chris and Cindy discuss Ryan Coogler’s recent hit Sinners starring Michael B. Jordan and Haillee Steinfeld. In 1932 Mississippi, the Smokestack Twins return home to open a juke joint, but the music of their talented cousin Sammie accidentally pierces the veil between life and death, attracting a cult of vampires! Then from the Comic Crypt comes Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight #41, where the Caped Crusader finds himself in a vampire remake of Sunset Boulevard! Special thanks to Rob Kelly and Ryan Daly! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: Sinners (2025) directed by Ryan Coogler Batman Returns (1992) Main Title Theme by Danny Elfman “Last Time I Seen The Sun” by Alice Smith and Miles Caton from Sinners “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

Hammer Time at the House of Franklin-Stein! Chris and Cindy discuss the 1966 film The Reptile! A mysterious black death plagues the residents of a small Cornish village. What kind of creature could be behind it, and who will save the day? Why, none other than Hammer’s greatest supporting player, Michael Ripper! Then they slither to the comic crypt to check out Spider-Man’s first encounter with Dr. Curt Connor’s reptilian alter-ego, the Lizard from Amazing Spider-Man #6 by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: The Reptile (1966) directed by John Gilling Spider-Man (1967) animated series theme composed by Paul Francis Webster and Bob Harris, sung by the Billy Van Singers and the Laurie Bower Singers. Incidental music from Spider-Man (1967) by Ray Ellis “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

All aboard! The House of Franklin-Stein is your deadly depot for catching a ride on the Horror Express! Chris and Cindy discuss this 1972 classic starring Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing, as they struggle to solve the mystery of a frozen prehistoric specimen come to life, bent on murder and possession! Plus, Telly Savalas as a roguish Cossack captain! Then it’s off to the comic crypt and Superman (1987) #6, continuing the tale of the giant mummy from last episode! When Lois is possessed, Superman uncovers an ancient race planning to take over the world! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK  Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: Horror Express (1972) directed by Eugenio Martin Superman The Animated Series theme by Shirley Walker “Transylvania Terror Train” by Captain Clegg and the Night Creatures “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF  

The House of Franklin-Stein returns! Chris and Cindy begin their 12th Annual Spooky Season Spectacular with a stone-cold Universal Monsters classic! Ancient Imhotep rises to reunite with his lost love by any means necessary in the original The Mummy (1932) starring Boris Karloff! Then they unwrap a Mummy tale from the comic crypt, Superman #5 (1987) by John Byrne and Karl Kesel! The Man of Steel battles an oversized and powerful ancient mummy unearthed in South America! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK  Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: The Mummy (1932) directed by Karl Freund Superman Ruby Spears Animated TV series theme by John Williams and Ron Jones "The Mummy" by Dyke and the Blazers (with Boris Karloff and Phyllis Diller) from Mad Monster Party? (1966), directed by Jules Bass “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF

On September 15th, 2025, return to the House of Franklin-Stein! Four episodes in September in October, each showcasing a classic horror film, and a super hero comic featuring a similar monster! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected]

Chris and Cindy wrap up House of Franklin-Stein 2024 with a trip to Collinsport, Maine, and the House of Dark Shadows! Barnabas Collins, vampire is freed from his coffin prison, and plans to marry his long-lost love, no matter the bloody carnage he leaves in his wake! Starring Jonathan Frid and the cast from the classic TV series! Then “Captain Marvel Battles the Vampire” from Captain Marvel Adventures #1! The World’s Mightiest Mortal must stop the evil Bram Thirla, risen from the grave as a bloodthirsty vampire! By Joe Simon, Jack Kirby and Dick Briefer! Subscribe via iTunes. Or Spotify.. This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK Visit our WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/ Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Terror at Collinwood Episode 95: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BovuCHnW5xs Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Like our FACEBOOK page - https://www.facebook.com/supermatespodcast Use our HASHTAG online: #FWPodcasts Email us at [email protected] Clip credits: House of Dark Shadows (1970) directed by Dan Curtis Music by Robert Cobert Theme from Shazam! by Jeff Michael and Yvette H. Blais Theme from Dark Shadows by Robert Cobert “The House of Franklinstein” by Terry O’Malley, of Stop Calling Me Frank https://www.facebook.com/rockSCMF