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🔥 Rising from the Ashes (Goddess Edition)This week the Phoenix Force skips Jean Grey entirely — and the weather will never be the same. Ep. 180 What If Storm Had the Power of Phoenix? from What If...? Vol. 2 #79 ("What If Storm Had the Power of Phoenix?") Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We're diving into Earth-9590, where the Dark Phoenix Saga's shuttle crash goes very differently: Jean Grey is knocked unconscious, Ororo Munroe takes the controls, and what walks out of the wreckage calls itself Storm — but is it? We explore a world ruled by a weather goddess turned benevolent dictator, why the Phoenix Force always needs a face to wear, and how Kitty Pryde becomes the unlikely key to the truth. Along the way we talk Storm's icon status (and why the screen keeps failing her), the anatomy of a Phoenix story, and creators Sarah Byam and Franchesco's one-issue trip to a colder, stranger Earth. Then we wrap by pondering Jean Grey's blockbuster moment — Sadie Sink's mystery-shrouded debut in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, villain-era Jean, and what it means for the MCU's X-Men to begin with the most powerful mutant of all. Reading / Watch List: What If...? Vol. 2 #79 — "What If Storm Had the Power of Phoenix?" (Marvel, Nov 1995)Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)Mentioned / Related Episodes: Ep. 7 — What if Storm stayed a thief?Ep. 172 — What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus?Email: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0)★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

👻 Welcome, Foolish Mortals… This week we're checking into a mansion with 999 happy haunts — and a vacancy. We ask: what happens when the omniverse's most famous haunted house needs one more ghost… and you're the candidate? Ep. 179 — What If You Became the 1,000th Happy Haunt of Disney's Haunted Mansion? from Haunted Mansion (Marvel / Disney Kingdoms, 2016) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We're swinging the creaking gates open on Marvel's Disney Kingdoms line — the Imagineer-and-Marvel collaboration that turns classic theme-park attractions into original comics — and stepping into Earth-52319, where fifteen-year-old Danny Crowe has always been curious about the dilapidated antebellum mansion near his home in New Orleans. No one agrees on its history — headless horsemen, cursed pirates, homicidal brides, psychic mediums — but everyone agrees the place is haunted. When Danny is drawn inside, he meets the residents… and learns that the 999 ghosts of the Haunted Mansion are looking for their 1,000th. Along the way we talk about how a beloved dark ride becomes a singular comic-book narrative, the all-star roll call of haunts — Madame Leota, the Hatbox Ghost, Constance the Bride, and the Hitchhiking Ghosts — and the pirate captain's curse at the story's black heart. Then we wrap by pondering the Mansion's many lives across media, from the ride itself to the screen adaptations, and what makes “there's always room for one more” such a perfect omniversal hook. Reading / Watch List: • Haunted Mansion #1–5 (Marvel / Disney Kingdoms, 2016) — written by Joshua Williamson, drawn by Jorge Coelho, colored by Jean-François Beaulieu, lettered by VC's Joe Caramagna; covers by E.M. Gist • (Ponder / Watch, optional) The Haunted Mansion attraction; the 2003 and 2023 Haunted Mansion films Email: [email protected] Find us and support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙 The Forbidden Door Is Open — and Nobody's Ready Ep. 178 What If the Wrestlers of AEW Teamed Up with DC Heroes for the Ultimate Championship Brawl? from AEW Origins: Special Edition #1 (DC Comics, January 2025) & DC x AEW #1–2: "The Forbidden Door Saga" (DC Comics, April–May 2026) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers The championship belt is broken. Element X is scattered across the universe. And the only ones who can recover it? A Justice League of DC heroes — and the All Elite. In our first-ever wrestling episode, Guido and Rob share their origin stories as brand-new AEW converts — 44 combined years of indifference, undone in a matter of months — and unpack why pro wrestling is the ultimate genre crossover: drag queens plus comic books plus soap opera. From Hulk Hogan to NWO to finally falling for AEW in 2025, they trace the path that brought them to this Forbidden Door. We kick off with AEW Origins: Special Edition #1, writer Steve Orlando's promo-style introduction to the AEW roster for DC readers. Timeless Toni Storm, Orange Cassidy, Darby Allin, Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, Dr. Britt Baker DMD, and more get their two-page origin moments — with the economy and absurdist charm that only a true wrestling fanatic writing comics could deliver. (Orange Cassidy's "origin": he found a pair of aviator sunglasses. Perfect.) Then we step through the door into DC x AEW #1–2, where Orlando and artist Travis Mercer throw everything at the wall — and most of it sticks. Nightwing and Will Ospreay take on the League of Assassins. Guy Gardner and Jon Moxley clean up the Mutant Gang. Hawkgirl and Hangman Adam Page battle evil Puritans from Limbo (the skeptical cowboy very much not buying Hawkgirl's past lives story). Orange Cassidy and Harley Quinn trade deadpan one-liners while dismantling the Royal Flush Gang. Zatanna and Timeless Toni Storm face Johnny Sorrow — with Toni absolutely unable to stop flirting with Zatanna. Batman and Darby Allin confront the Joker, with Sting stepping out of the shadows to lend a hand. And in the climax, Kenny Omega becomes the God of Wrestling through the power of a Mother Box — before giving it all up to restore the universe. Oh, and Mercedes Moné turns heel and sides with Lex Luthor. Because of course she does. They wrap by pondering what comes next for the DC x AEW universe: more heels, a Don Callis and Lex Luthor team-up, a potential Lobo/Supergirl promotional tie-in, and whether Jason Momoa was always destined to step through the ropes. Reading / Watch List: AEW Origins: Special Edition #1 (DC Comics, January 2025)DC x AEW #1 — "The Forbidden Door Saga, Part One" (DC Comics, April 2026)DC x AEW #2 — "The Forbidden Door Saga, Part Two" (DC Comics, May 2026)Mentioned / Related Episodes: Ep. 173 — What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? From Batman / Deadpool #1Ep. 175 — What if Spider-Man fought Superman for a moment before teaming up?Ep. 177 — What if the Joker hired Lobo to kill Batman (his own brother)?Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🏍️ Fragging Around in the Multiverse This week we're revving up the space hog and hauling across the omniverse to ask a very thorny question — what happens when the universe's most dangerous bounty hunter lands in Gotham City… and the Joker is his target? Ep. 177 What if the Joker Hired Lobo to Kill Batman (His Own Brother)? from Batman/Lobo #1 (DC Comics Elseworlds, April 2000) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We're diving into the one and only appearance of an Earth where the Main Man himself rides into Gotham on a contract — hired by Scarface to take out the Joker, only for the Clown Prince of Crime to flip the script and redirect Lobo's chaos at the Batman. We begin by tracing Lobo's surprisingly obscure origins, from a blink-and-you'll-miss-it debut in Omega Men #3 to the 1990 miniseries where Simon Bisley gave him the iconic look the world came to know. Along the way we compare him to Deadpool and Wolverine, explore his strange staying power, and unpack why his strict personal code of honor makes him more interesting than he first appears. Then we get into the Elseworlds itself — all fragging chaos, grotesque Bisley art, and a soap-opera twist that reframes the entire Batman mythology. We close out by looking at the brand-new 2026 Lobo ongoing from Skottie Young and Jorge Corona, and ponder what Jason Momoa's upcoming portrayal in Supergirl might bring to the character. Reading / Watch List: Omega Men #3 (DC Comics, June 1983) — Lobo's first appearanceLobo #1 (DC Comics, 1990) — The miniseries that defined the character; written by Keith Giffen & Alan Grant, art by Simon BisleyBatman/Lobo #1 (DC Comics Elseworlds, April 2000) — Written by Alan Grant, art by Simon BisleyLobo #1, Vol. 4 (DC Comics, 2026) — Written by Skottie Young, art by Jorge CoronaMentioned / Related Episodes: Ep. 49 — Our first Elseworlds episodeEp. 173 — Batman/Deadpool (another Dark Knight meets an antihero!)Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ Entering the Ring (and Taking a Fall) This week we’re stepping into the spotlight to ask a very classic Watchers question—what happens to a hero when the moment that “forges” them… never happens? Ep. 176 What If Daredevil’s Dad Had Thrown the Big Fight? from What If…? #102 (“What If? Daredevil’s Dad Had Thrown The Big Fight?”) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into Earth-9711, where one choice in the boxing ring changes Matt Murdock’s entire destiny. We begin by revisiting Daredevil’s remarkably consistent origin (and why he’s a fascinating “almost breakout” character) before turning to a noir-framed What If story, told through Ben Urich’s reporting and a prisonhouse confession. Along the way we explore fate vs. free will, the meaning of “taking a fall” (literally and morally), why Kingpin remains one of Marvel’s best arch-villains, and how this alternate Matt still can’t escape the gravitational pull of the Daredevil mythos—he just gets there by a different, darker route. Then we wrap by pondering what’s next for Daredevil on screen—and what kinds of street-level MCU stories we hope the future holds. Reading / Watch List: What If…? #102 — “What If? Daredevil’s Dad Had Thrown The Big Fight?” (Marvel, Nov 1997)Mentioned / Related Episodes: Ep. 8 — What if Bullseye had not killed Elektra?Ep. 154 — Daredevil teamed up with Batman (and we finally tackled his origin in depth!)Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ When Titans Collide: Spidey vs Supes?! It’s Marvel vs DC in the ultimate clash of capes and quips! Ep. 175 What If Spider-Man Fought Superman (Before Teaming Up)? from Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man: The Battle of the Century (Marvel/DC Treasury Edition, 1976) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Today, we ask one of the most fantastic questions ever: What if Spider-Man fought Superman... before becoming buddies? We kick things off with the oversized crossover classic Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man (1976), as Marvel and DC’s flagship icons trade punches and philosophies. Along the way, we uncover behind-the-scenes creator drama, explore the meta-multiversal Earths that allowed this union, and examine how this one-shot helped shape decades of intercompany collaborations. Then, we wrap by pondering the nature of these team-ups—should these icons always clash before camaraderie? And is Earth-7642 the ultimate crossover cosmos? Reading / Watch List: Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man: The Battle of the Century (Marvel & DC, 1976)Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ “I HAVE THE SEWER POWER!” Two titans of toy aisles and pop culture finally collide in a radical, tubular, and power-packed multiversal crossover! Ep. 174 What if He-Man teamed up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to avert a universal crisis? from Turtles of Grayskull #1–4 (Dark Horse Comics, 2024–2025) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers It’s morphin’ time—wait, wrong show! But the power is still on as we explore the brand-new crossover Turtles of Grayskull where two beloved 1980s franchises—He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles—join forces across dimensions. We begin with the Turtles’ gritty comic origins from TMNT #1 (1984, Mirage Studios) by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird before fast-forwarding to the Nickelodeon era and an animated introduction to Renet the Time Mistress. Then it’s onto the main event: the recent Turtles of Grayskull comic by Tim Seeley & Freddie E. Williams II, where interdimensional time-knots, ooze-infused heroes, and a power-hungry ninja villain bring Eternia and Earth crashing together. Along the way we discuss nostalgia, collectible toys, how the Turtles and He-Man evolved over decades, the surprising depth of this crossover, and what future mashups we’d love to see next. Reading / Watch List: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 (Mirage Studios, 1984)Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012) – Season 3, Episode 19: “Turtles in Time” (Nickelodeon)Turtles of Grayskull #1–4 (Dark Horse Comics, 2024–2025) – by Tim Seeley & Freddie E. Williams IIEmail: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? One is the world’s greatest detective. The other talks to the readers more than his therapist. Together, they shatter the fourth wall and maybe the entire omniverse! Ep. 173 Batman/Deadpool: The Cosmic Kiss Caper from Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into the unpredictable crossover chaos of Batman/Deadpool by Grant Morrison and Dan Mora! We begin with this record-breaking comic and unpack its surprising tone, before exploring the deeper themes of metafiction and DC/Marvel blending in related stories from The Amalgam Age 2026 event. Along the way, we trace the alternate universe legacy of fourth-wall-breaking storytelling, then wrap with speculation about what other mash-ups or media adaptations this might inspire. Reading / Watch List: Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026)Written by Grant Morrison; art by Dan Mora; colors by Alejandro SanchezA Magician Walks Into a Universe (Amalgam Age 2026, DC/Marvel)Writers: James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Scott SnyderSticks & Snikts (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Tom Taylor; art by Bruno RedondoHarley & Hulk’s Amazin’ Saturday!!!!!! (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Mariko Tamaki; art by Amanda ConnerNew Friends in Old Places (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: G. Willow Wilson; art by Denys Cowan & Klaus JansonEmail: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus? Mutant destinies collide as we revisit one of the X-Men’s most “astonishing” eras — and imagine a fiery twist to its resurrection storyline. Ep. 172 — What If Jean Grey Was Resurrected Instead of Colossus? from Astonishing X-Men #1–6 “Gifted” (2004, Marvel Comics) and What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010, Marvel Comics) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into Joss Whedon and John Cassaday’s acclaimed Astonishing X-Men run — a fan-favorite relaunch that redefined Marvel’s mutants for a new era. But today we’re asking: what if the Phoenix rose again in place of Colossus? We begin with the modern classic Astonishing X-Men: Gifted (2004), following Cyclops, Emma Frost, Kitty Pryde, Wolverine, and Beast as they rebuild the team amid a “cure” for mutation. Then we explore Jim McCann and Ibraim Roberson’s What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010), where Ord’s experiment revives Jean Grey instead — igniting chaos, temptation, and tragedy across the X-Men. Along the way, we discuss Whedon’s impact on the franchise, Emma and Jean’s ever-evolving rivalry, and how this alternate resurrection might have reshaped mutantkind — from Avengers vs. X-Men to the Krakoan age. Finally, we ponder future X-Men adaptations and whether Jean’s return is always inevitable. Reading / Watch List: Astonishing X-Men #1–6: “Gifted” (Marvel Comics, 2004) — Writer: Joss Whedon, Artist: John CassadayWhat If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (Marvel Comics, 2010) — Writer: Jim McCann, Artist: Ibraim Roberson(Optional follow-up) Avengers vs. X-Men #0–12 (Marvel Comics, 2012) — Writers: MultipleEmail: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula? It’s spooky season in the Omniverse, and we’re inviting two gothic horror icons into the DC Universe! Time to find out what happens when the Last Son of Krypton crosses paths with the Lord of Vampires and the Creature of Promethean Science. Ep. 171 What If Superman Fought Dracula & Frankenstein? from Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into Superman’s horror-tinged team-up tale! We begin with Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1818) and Bram Stoker's Dracula (1897), two genre-defining novels that have influenced centuries of storytelling, including comic books. Then we visit Superman #344 from the Bronze Age of DC Comics, where the Man of Steel faces off against reimagined versions of Frankenstein’s Monster and Count Dracula. Along the way, we explore how public domain monsters fit into superhero mythologies, and wrap with speculation about the future of monster crossovers and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Reading / Watch List: Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980) – “The Monsters Among Us!”Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley (1818)Dracula by Bram Stoker (1897)Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights? NYCC is our annual pilgrimage through fandom—and this year we opened a portal to relive it all! From retro creators and cosplay encounters to surprise Marvel reveals and new comic treasures, we’re sharing the sights, sounds, and stories that made 2025’s con unforgettable. Ep. 170 What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights? Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We just got back from New York Comic Con 2025, and instead of our usual multiverse deep-dive, we’re giving you a guided tour of our con experience—through our three classic segments: Origins of the Story, Exploring Multiversity, and Pondering Possibilities. We chat about tradition, community, legendary creators like Bob Wiacek, fan-favorite artists like Russell Dauterman, and what Marvel’s latest shows (Daredevil: Born Again, Wonder Man, Vision Quest) tell us about the MCU’s future. From sentimental traditions and crowd energy to exclusive merch and unforgettable encounters—this episode is both a recap and a celebration of the con that feels like home. Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ Two Publishers, Both Alike in Dignity… What if DC and Marvel were one shared multiverse? We’re diving into the biggest crossover in years to explore the ultimate fan fiction gone corporate canon. Ep. 169 Deadpool Batman #1: What If Marvel & DC Were the Same Company? from Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers They said it couldn’t be done… but they did it anyway! We're diving into Deadpool Batman #1, the first co-published Marvel/DC crossover in decades. From Deadpool in Gotham to Wonder Woman and Cap co-founding a shared past, we explore this jam-packed issue filled with seven stories by top creators like Zeb Wells, Frank Miller, Chip Zdarsky, Kelly Thompson, Kevin Smith, Al Ewing, and Ryan North. We begin with the long history of intercompany collaborations (and our past coverage on them), then break down each vignette from this new shared Earth—including Rocket Raccoon with a Green Lantern ring, a silent Jeff & Krypto tale, and Old Man Logan vs. Dark Knight Returns. We finish with a massive surprise tease of the original Amalgam Universe returning (Logo! Thanoside! Super Soldier!). Is this a one-off event? Or the beginning of a new omniversal era? Either way, we’re pondering possibilities from across both comic book cosmoses. Reading / Watch List: Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025)Captain America Wonder Woman: The Gun and the Sword by Chip Zdarsky & Terry DodsonOld Man Logan & Batman: Showdown by Frank MillerLogo: Enter Logo by Ryan North & Ryan StegmanDeadpool Batman: The Dead of Night by Zeb Wells & Greg CapulloDaredevil Green Arrow: The Red and the Green by Kevin Smith & Adam KubertRocket Raccoon Green Lantern by Al Ewing & Dike RuanJeff & Krypto: Catch by Kelly Thompson & GurihiruEmail: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ Groovy? Dreamy? Slashy? Let’s get ready to SCREAM! What happens when three horror icons collide in the multiverse—and who’s left standing when the blood dries? Ep. 168 What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)? from Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007–2008) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into the ultimate horror crossover multiverse! We begin with the legendary slasher and supernatural legacies of Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, and Ash Williams—from Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm Street, and Evil Dead respectively—before turning to the blood-soaked comics of Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash and its chaotic sequel The Nightmare Warriors. Along the way we explore the intersection of fan service, horror mythmaking, and multiversal mash-ups, then wrap with speculation on whether this horror trifecta deserves a cinematic rematch—or maybe an even bigger monster multiverse. Reading / Watch List: Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007)Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash: The Nightmare Warriors #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2009)Freddy vs. Jason (New Line Cinema, 2003)Friday the 13th (Paramount, 1980) – and sequelsA Nightmare on Elm Street (New Line Cinema, 1984) – and sequelsThe Evil Dead (Renaissance Pictures, 1981) – and sequels including Army of Darkness, Ash vs Evil Dead, etc.Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ Gods of the Omniverse? It’s Our 4-Year Anniversary! from Dear Watchers Episode 167 Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Happy (slightly belated) birthday to us! Dear Watchers just turned 4 years old, and we’re celebrating with you. We look back at our origins (dating back to July 2021), share wild trivia about our journey (170+ episodes, 6,859 minutes of runtime, 25 unique guests, and five straight days of bingeable Watchers content!), and reminisce about our favorite arcs like Age of Apocalypse. Then, since we’re the “gods of the Omniverse” for this minisode, we invent our own Elseworlds/What Ifs! Rob pitches Spider-Man as a 1950s black-and-white horror monster, Elvira solving murders in Gotham with Batman, and the Joker hosting a late-night talk show. Guido imagines the Muppets as Mutants at Xavier’s School, Elvira traveling to Etheria to meet She-Ra, and the X-Men cast in a soap opera (or Twin Peaks). We debate, laugh, and pick our favorites—like a true anniversary mashup. Reading / Watch List: (No homework this week — these universes don’t exist yet!) Instead, check out our earlier anniversary specials:Ep. 54 – One-Year Birthday Trivia PartyEp. 100 – Watchers’ Favorite What IfsEp. 150 – Another Big RetrospectiveEmail: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

🎙️ Wonder Woman Meets She-Ra Meets Barbie?! Grab a box of Cinnamon Mini Buns from 1993, comb your long luxurious hair, and polish your gemstones—because today we’re traveling to the most glittery corner of the multiverse. Ep. 166 What if Wonder Woman Led the Star Riders? from Wonder Woman and the Star Riders (Mattel/DC Promotional Minicomics, 1993) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines? We’re diving into this dazzling “lost” alternate universe born from a 1993 DC/Mattel collaboration. We begin with Tom King & Guillem March’s Wonder Woman #20–21 (2025) before turning to the unreleased Wonder Woman and the Star Riders toys, catalog comics, and animated special. Along the way, we explore the bizarre and mysterious history of this canceled line—from prototypes to SDCC screenings—and wrap by pondering whether this glitter-powered Elseworld should return. Reading / Watch List: Wonder Woman #20–21 (DC Comics, 2025) — Writer: Tom King; Artist: Guillem MarchWonder Woman and the Star Riders Promotional Comics (Mattel/DC, 1993) — Art: José Luis García-LópezWonder Woman and the Star Riders vs. Purrsia Minicomic (Mattel/DC, 1993)Email: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★