Campus Comics Cast 206 - First Elongated Man, Where Monsters Lie, CLZ Shake

In episode 206 of the Campus Comics Cast, Mike Atchison promises to keep it under six hours as we discuss his favorite character's first five appearances. Who is that favorite character, well wiggle your nose and listen in to find out. Then we cover Kyle Stark's love story to the horror movie in volume one of Where Monsters Lie. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:25 Intro 00:01:05 Diamond news 00:04:25 Listener Comments 00:06:30 JSApril Podcaster Event 00:08:59 First Five Elongated Man 00:52:58 Where Monsters Lie 01:33:50 CLZ Shake 01:38:45 Next Episode 01:39:15 Outros 01:41:30 Stinger 01:42:26 JSApril Teaser The original version of elongated man was a breath of fresh air compared to the more stoic and serious heroes of the time. He brought humor, lightheartedness, and a sense of fun to the DC Universe. His relationship with Sue Dearbon was groundbreaking for its time because it portrayed a healthy, loving marriage in comics—a rarity back then. Elongated man wasn’t about being the most powerful or iconic hero; he was about solving mysteries, having adventures, and enjoying life with his wife. That made him relatable and lovable. Benefits Listeners Will Gain from the Episode Discover the Origins: Learn about how elongated man came to be—a character created almost by accident—and why he became a fan favorite despite being overshadowed by other stretchy heroes like Plastic Man. Explore His Evolution: Understand how elongated man’s character developed over time, from his early days as a Flash supporting character to his role in Justice League Europe and beyond. Appreciate His Legacy: Dive into why elongated man remains an enduring figure in DC Comics, from his unique personality traits to his groundbreaking relationship with Sue Dearbon. Call to Action Don’t miss this deep dive into one of DC’s quirkiest yet most endearing characters—click play now and join us as we unravel the mysteries of elongated man’s first five appearances!