The Batman Book Club

A Bullet for Bullock (Episode 272)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tim Rooney returns to the show to discuss the story found within Detective Comics #651, "A Bullet for Bullock".

Hear us bring up:

-The Batman: The Animated Series episode

-The team of Chuck Dixon and Graham Nolan

-Bullock and Batman's relationship

Plus, comparing single-issue stories to arcs.

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New Batman in March (Episode 271)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in March 2026.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-Poison Ivy in Absolute Batman

-Ultraman and Owlman in World's Finest

Plus, our favorite issues of the month and a couple of listener questions.

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Batman v Superman General Mills Comics (Episode 270)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to celebrate the 10th anniversary of "Batman v Superman" by diving into the General Mills comics released in 2016.

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Batman & Robin: Year One with Alex Segura (Episode 269)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Alex Segura returns to discuss the Mark Waid and Chris Samnee story "Batman & Robin: Year One".

We also talk about Alex's new Daredevil novel, "Enemy of my Enemy".

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New Batman in February (Episode 268)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 28 Feb 2026 19:39:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in February 2026.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The finale of Batman and Robin.

-The surprising issue of World's Finest

Plus, our favorite issues of the month and a couple of listener questions.

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Batman Chat with Clay McCormack (Episode 267)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:42:00 +0000

Comic writer and artist Clay McCormack returns to the show for a wide-spanning conversation on all things Batman.

We talk:

-Batman '89

-Batman Beyond

-Curse of the White Knight

-Absolute Editions

Plus, Kelley Jones, Sean Murphy, Punisher Armory, Marvel, and sooo much more.

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New Batman in January (Episode 266)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 31 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in January 2026.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The double dose of Absolute Batman

-The penultimate issue of Batman and Robin

Plus, our favorite issues of the month and plenty of Holzmann talk.

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Batman '66 Writer Jeff Parker (Episode 265)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Batman '66 main writer Jeff Parker joins the show to talk all about the celebratory comic book series.

Hear us talk:

-Jeff's favorite Batman story

-How Batman '66 came about

-How he brought in villains from the show and not on the show into the world

And more!

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Batman '66: Main Title (Episode 264)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Trey Jackson returns to help us celebrate 60 years of the BATMAN TV series by diving into a story from the BATMAN ’66 comic series, “Main Title”.

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The Garden of Death (Episode 263)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 8 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to help us celebrate 60 years of the BATMAN TV series by diving into a story from the BATMAN '66 comic series, "The Garden of Death".

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New Batman in December (Episode 262)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in December 2025.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The Absolute Joker origin story

-Batman showing up in a Green Lantern story

Plus, our thoughts on Batman comics this year, and our favorite issues of the month.

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Batman/Santa Claus - Silent Knight (Episode 261)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

For this year's Christmas episode, I welcome back jolly ol' saint Garret Grev to discuss the crossover story full of the holiday spirit, in "Batman/Santa Claus - Silent Knight".

Hear us talk:

-Norse mythology

-This version of Santa

-How Batman welcomes other members of the DC Universe

Plus, I sprinkle in Christmas questions throughout.

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Batman TMNT III (Episode 260)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast returns to the show to discuss this final chapter of crossover awesomeness, "Batman/TMNT III".

Hear us discuss:

-The wild inspiration for the story

-The incomparable art of Freddie E. Williams II

-Our initial reactions to the first issue

Plus, our favorite parts, panels, and everything Batman and Ninja Turtles.

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Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker (Episode 259)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 8 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, I welcome Benjamin David from the Above and Batman Beyond podcast to discuss the 25th anniversary of the "Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker" comic adaptation.

We dive in on:

-The comic blending the censored and unrated versions of the movie

-More context on the flashback change

-If this is a worthy adaptation

Plus, our favorite parts, panels, and Benjamin's upcoming documentary on Batman Beyond.

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New Batman in November (Episode 258)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 1 Dec 2025 19:38:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in November.

Hear us discuss:

-The final issue of Dark Patterns

-How Tom Taylor is getting everything right on Detective Comics

-The DC K.O. tie-in Knightfight

Plus, Pete's thoughts on the latest issue of Absolute Batman, the next chapter of Hush 2, our favorite issues of the month, and more.

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The Riddler: Year One (Episode 257)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 14:52:00 +0000

We visit the world of "The Batman". Trey Jackson returns to the show to discuss and dissect the dark, disturbing, and sad story, "The Riddler: Year One".

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Steve Englehart Returns (Episode 256)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, legendary Batman writer Steve Englehart returns to talk all about the process of creating the Batman sequel series, "Dark Detective".

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New Batman in October (Episode 255)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

Another month has wrapped, which means it’s time for Peter Verra to return to the show and wrap up a month of new Batman comics.

Hear us talk the latest issues released in October, including:

-The grand finales to Batman: The Last Halloween and Batman and Robin: Year One

-The next chapter of the new Batman run

-Absolute Batman: Annual 2025

Plus, our favorite issue of the month, Batman and Friends, and Holzyfans.

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Batman: Revolution with John Jackson Miller (Episode 254)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

In this episode, author John Jackson Miller returns to talk about his next novel "Batman: Revolution".

Hear us discuss:

-reaction to last year's "Batman: Resurrection"

-who we can expect in this story

-the approach to writing this book in comparison to last

Plus, this is a spoiler-free discussion!

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First Time Reading The Long Halloween (Episode 253)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:00:00 +0000

In this episode, I welcome back pals Peter R. Verra and Andy Luca so we can get a fresh perspective on someone who has just read Batman: The Long Halloween for the very first time.

Did this someone love it? Hate it? Find it OK?

Also, were the nods to The Godfather noticed? Spoiler alert: YES.

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Full Moon (Episode 252)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 18:03:37 +0000

Kicking off the spooky season, Bill Ramey returns to the show so we can howl at the moon and talk the Black Label horror story, Batman: Full Moon.

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Batman in September (Episode 251)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 1 Oct 2025 21:50:21 +0000

Another month has ended, which means it's time to wrap it up. Peter Verra returns to talk new Batman comics released in September.

Hear us discuss:

-The new era beginning in Batman #1

-The Bat-Man: Second Knight #1

-The continued excellence of Dark Patterns and Batman & Robin: Year One

Plus, Pete's comments on Absolute Batman, where H2USH, and our favorite issue of the month.

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Favorite Joker Stories (Episode 250)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000

In honor of Joker's 85th anniversary, here's an episode all about the Clown Prince of Crime!

Justin Kowalski returns to discuss and rank our favorite Joker stories, and how the best say something about the character, Batman, and their relationship.

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Episode 249: Lovers & Madmen

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Joker month continues!

Peter R. Verra returns to the show to discuss an intriguing Joker origin tale found in the pages of Batman: Confidential, "Lovers & Madmen".

Hear us dissect:

-this origin story

-the strengths and weaknesses

-if it elevates the Batman-Joker relationship

Also, our favorite parts, panels, and if it should be adapted in animation.

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Episode 248: Going Sane

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 19:11:46 +0000

It's Joker month!

In honor of Batman's arch nemesis turning 85 this year, we are exploring some Joker-focused stories this month.

Here, friend Domenic Iannicca from the Beyond The Bat Signal podcast returns to the show to discuss a unique tale found in the Legends of the Dark Knight title, "Going Sane".

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Episode 247: Batman in August

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:06:55 +0000

Another month has ended, so it's time for Peter R. Verra to return and discuss new Batman comics.

Hear us break down new comics in August, including:

-Landmark issue #1100 of Detective Comics

-The consistency of Dark Patterns and Batman & Robin: Year One

-Holzmann

Plus, Pete has a proposal for James Gunn.

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Episode 246: The World

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 29 Aug 2025 20:48:49 +0000

In this episode, Skol captain Garret Grev returns to the show so we can travel globally, talking the anthology book Batman: The World.

Hear us as we:

-discuss the book in general

-pick two stories to dissect

-agree and/or disagree on those stories

Plus, favorites parts, panels, and if we'd like to see it adapted in animation.

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Episode 245: 24/7

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:34:20 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to discuss a highly-memorable Batman comic cover, and the not-talked-about-so-much story within, from Gotham Knights #32 titled "24/7".

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Episode 244: Batman in July

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 4 Aug 2025 17:33:08 +0000

Peter Verra returns to the show to talk all new Batman comics released in July.

Hear us give our thoughts on:

-The next chapter of Hush 2

-Flawless series Dark Patterns and Batman and Robin: Year One

-The latest chapter of The Last Halloween

Plus, Peter's barometer of comparison, our favorite issues, and a lot of time spent talking about a legend.

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Episode 243: Batman Absolute Editions

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris Clow returns to the show to discuss and celebrate Batman comics in the Absolute format.

Hear us pick our Top 3, and honorable mention, and what we'd love to see DC print next.

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Episode 242: Dark Knight Over Metropolis

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 9 Jul 2025 12:37:00 +0000

In this episode, Carlos Demen returns to the show and brings with him another Batman/Superman story, with the 3-issue crossover "Dark Knight Over Metropolis".

Hear us discuss:

-The different storytellers involved

-Being a concise story amongst three different books

-Batman and Superman working as allies

-Nods to Batman '89

Plus, how this story measures up against other Batman/Superman comics.

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Episode 241: Batman in June

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Another monthly wrap-up episode with Peter R. Verra!

We're talking:

-Batman and Robin, Robin and Batman, and Batman and Robin!

-The insanely good Dark Patterns

-Bane's introduction in Absolute Batman (and how it measures up to other Bane intros)

Plus, Batman and Friends, our favorite issue, and some comic news!

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Tom King Returns (Episode 240)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 08:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Tom King returns to the show to dive into more of his Batman work.

We talk:

-Origins of Batman/Elmer Fudd

-The influence of Killing Time

-The terrifying Joker found in The Winning Card

Plus, Riddler, Batman/Catwoman, The Penguin, and if he has more Batman up his sleeve.

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Episode 239: Batman Forever Comic Adaptation

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 16 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan Hoss returns to celebrate 30 years of Batman Forever.

We take a look back at the comic book adaptation, discussing:

-Dennis O'Neil's story adaptation, and the differences from the movie

-The exceptional art

-What we wish from the comic was in the movie

And more!

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Episode 238: Batman Begins Adaptation w/ Scott Beatty

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 9 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Scott Beatty returns to the show to celebrate 20 years of the Batman Begins comic adaptation.

Hear us discuss:

-How he got the gig

-His health scare while working on the book

-The surprising parts of the script that were hardest to adapt

And more!

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Episode 237: Batman in May

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 31 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Another month has ended, which means Peter Verra is back to discuss all of the new Batman comics released.

We break down:

-The next chapter of Hush 2

-Detective Comics #1097

-The return of Batman and Robin: Year One

Plus, smoking meats, crossover comics, what's coming next month, and Eric Holzmann.

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Episode 236: Steve Englehart

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 13 May 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, legendary Batman writer Steve Englehart joins the show to highlight some of his memorable issues of Detective Comics, also collectively known as "Strange Apparitions".

Hear us discuss:

-His favorite Batman story

-Why Dark Detective he refers to as Dark Detective II

-Behind the scenes stories about writing his Detective Comics run

-Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin

Plus, Steve talks about the Dark Detective sequel(s) that weren't published.

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Episode 235: Batman in April

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another discussion on new Batman comics, this time released in April.

Hear us highlight:

-Jeph Loeb crushing it with two Batman books a month (Batman #159, and The Last Halloween #7)

-The first All In crossover event in World's Finest and Justice League Unlimited

-What weapon of choice Eric Holzmann uses to fight Kaiju in Tokyo

Plus, Absolute Batman #7, another exciting chapter in Batman: Dark Patterns, and we pick our favorite book of the month.

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Episode 234: Dark Age w/Mark Russell

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Mark Russell returns to the show to talk about his latest complete Batman project, Dark Age.

Hear us discuss:

-Mark's approach to Batman's allies

-Working real events into the story

-How he approached including the Joker

Plus, what book he's working on next!

You can buy Batman: Dark Age HERE.

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Episode 233: Multiversus: Collision Detected w/Jon Sommariva

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, artist Jon Sommariva returns to the show for a fun conversation on his latest book "Multiversus: Collision Detected".

Hear us discuss:

-how long of a process it was from conception to release

-the characters Jon was most excited to draw

-easter egg revelations

Plus, the secrets behind that much-discussed Bugs Bunny/Basic Instinct scene!

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Episode 232: Batman in March

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

King of the Frolickers Peter R. Verra returns to the show for another wrap up of new Batman comics, this time released in March.

Hear us discuss:

-The final issue of the Black Label story "Full Moon"

-Mark Waid's excellent stories in multiple titles

-Pete's specific thoughts on "Absolute Batman"

Plus, all of the praise for Jeph Loeb as he continues "The Last Halloween", and how he kicked off the first chapter of "Hush 2".

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Episode 231: The Hush Saga

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In the episode, Ryan Hoss returns for a long, in-depth discussion on the character Hush.

Here us discuss:

-The character's debut story

-Hush Returns

-Heart of Hush

-Hush Money

-House of Hush

Plus, who we think is the definitive Hush writer and artist, our favorite Hush story, and our favorite moments.

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Episode 230: Dan Chichester

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer of Daredevil/Batman: Eye for an Eye, Dan Chichester, joins the show.

Hear us discuss:

-The origins of the crossover

-Dan working with Dennis O'Neil

-Highlights from creating the book

Plus, Dan's favorite Batman story...or, stories...

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Episode 229: Daredevil/Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter returns to the show to discuss when The Man Without Fear meets The Dark Knight, in the Marvel/DC mashup "Daredevil/Batman: Eye for an Eye".

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Episode 228: Batman in February

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics.

Hear us talk:

-The last issue of Chip Zdarsky's Batman run

-The flawlessness of Dark Patterns and Batman and Robin: Year One

-A surprise in this month's issue of The Last Halloween

Plus, we give our opinion on Batman #1 coming in September.

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Episode 227: Digital Justice

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show to "celebrate" the 35th Anniversary of an infamous Batman story that has a lot of opinions, "Digital Justice".

Hear us discuss:

-Instant criticisms of the story

-Highlights (yes, there are some)

-How this book influenced future Batman media

Plus, a giveaway is coming so follow on the socials!

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Episode 226: Robin Dies at Dawn

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey returns to discuss a classic, albeit interesting, story from Batman #156, "Robin Dies at Dawn".

Hear us talk:

-This story being highlighted in Grant Morrison's run

-How this issue stood out at the time of its release

-Ace

Plus, our favorite parts, panels, and how The Brave and the Bold was the perfect series to adapt this story.

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Episode 225: Batman in January

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

Peter Verra returns for another discussion on all of the new Batman comics released this month.

Hear us talk:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-How Dark Patterns is starting off hot

-Batman and Robin: Year One continues to soar

Plus, "It's Been a While", Aquaman, Pete's tombstone, and more!

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Episode 224: Birth of the Demon

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tim Rooney returns and brings along the origin story of Ra's al Ghul, "Batman: Birth of the Demon".

Hear us discuss:

-The engaging story written by Dennis O'Neil

-Norm Breyfogle's incredible (best?) art

-The pre-Black Label magazine format

Plus, Austin Powers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and more!

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Episode 223: First Knight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge returns to the show to talk a new Batman story set in the 1930s, The Bat-Man: First Knight.

Hear us discuss:

-The importance of the setting

-The gritty art style

-How the book leans into historical accuracy

Plus, we pick our favorite parts and panels.

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Episode 222: Batman in December

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 Dec 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Happy New Year!

Peter R. Verra returns for the final show of 2024, looking back on all of the new Batman comics released in December.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The new series Dark Patterns

-Our different views on Absolute Batman

Plus, we gets nuts over how nuts Gargoyle of Gotham #3 is, we talk rebranding, and pick our favorite issue of the month.

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Slayride (Episode 221)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

In another festive episode, Justin Kowalski returns to hitch a ride with the Joker in the Detective Comics #826 story, "Slayride".

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A Christmas Peril! (Episode 220)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 14 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Minnesota's own Santa Claus, Garret Grev, returns for a festive discussion, talking about the holiday story found in Batman #27, "A Christmas Peril!"

Hear us talk about:

-A Christmas Carol

-Michael Caine

-Minnesota kidnappers (approve or disapprove?)

Plus, why Amy Grant is the true Queen of Christmas.

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Episode 219: Batman in November

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 30 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another monthly wrap-up episode, this time talking all of the new Batman comics released in November.

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Episode 218: Batman '66: The Lost Episode

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Holy Jekyll and Hyde!

Jay Yaws returns to the show in campy fashion, as we return to the world of Batman '66, and the debut of Two-Face, with the comic "The Lost Episode".

Hear us discuss:

-The original outline written at the time of the show

-Len Wein's great script

-The marvelous art of José Luis García-López

-How Two-Face could (or couldn't) fit in this universe

Plus, we pick our favorite parts and panels!

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Episode 217: Heart of Hush

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 11 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Domenic Iannicca joins the show to talk a sequel chapter in the Hush storyline, Heart of Hush.

Hear us discuss:

-Where this story takes place in the timeline

-How Paul Dini adds depth to the Bruce/Tommy relationship

-The importance of the third issue in this five-issue arc

-Dini's best twists

Plus, we pick our favorite parts and panels.

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Episode 216: Batman in October

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Happy Halloween!

Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap up discussion of new Batman comics.

Hear us break down:

-Tom Taylor's debut issue in Detective Comics

-New series Full Moon, Batman and Robin: Year One, and Absolute Batman

-The next chapter of The Last Halloween

And more!

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Episode 215: The Long Halloween w/ Tim Sheridan

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this special deluxe edition of The Batman Book Club, the writer extraordinaire himself, Tim Sheridan, returns to the show to discuss, dissect, and rave about The Long Halloween....both the book, as well as the animated film(s) that he wrote.

Hear us discuss:

-Tim's history with the story

-How he approached the adaptation

-A direct reading of the opening titles from his first draft

Plus, Tim reveals two additional pieces that were written in connection to the movie.

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Episode 214: Batman: Resurrection with author John Jackson Miller

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, author John Jackson Miller joins the show to talk about his new book Batman: Resurrection.

Hear us discuss:

-John's memories of seeing Batman (1989) a surprising amount of times in the theater

-The origin of this book

-How he wanted to approach a direct sequel to the movie

-The surprise found at the end of the book

Also, this discussion is spoiler-free!

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Episode 213: Batman: Year One Artist's Edition

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 16:48:47 +0000

In this episode, we're diving back into Batman: Year One but with a specific angle: David Mazzucchelli's Artist's Edition. Special guest, and comic artist, Clay McCormack comes aboard to break down some specific details on the book that us comic fans should zone in on.

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Episode 212: First Time Reading Batman: Year One

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 7 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Andy Luca joins the show for a special discussion surrounding Batman: Year One, a classic tale he read for the first time this year.

We discuss:

-Moments appearing in Batman films

-Standout scenes

-The appeal of this story to non-comic book readers

And more!

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Episode 211: Batman in September

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly recap of new Batman comics, this time released in September.

Hear us talk:

-The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween #1

-Joshua Williamson's final issue of Batman and Robin

-The newly-launched Multiversus story

And more!

Plus, we pick our favorite issues of the month, mention the new books coming in October, and talk Hasbulla.

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Episode 210: Batman/Catwoman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Austin Rodriguez returns to the show to gush even more about Tom King, and the writer's punctuation mark to his Batman run, Batman/Catwoman.

Hear us discuss:

-Catwoman's starring role

-Christmas

-Clay Mann

Plus, Phantasm. Lots, and lots, of Phantasm.

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Episode 209: The Joker: Devil's Advocate

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 10 Sep 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Carlos Demen returns to the show for a fun, throwback 90's story, The Joker: Devil's Advocate.

Hear us discuss:

-Batman's drive in the story

-The Clown Prince of Crime in the courtroom

-Character focuses

-The vibe of the story

-Great art

-Postage stamps

Plus, we pick our favorite parts and panels.

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Episode 208: Batman in August

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 31 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another monthly wrap up, this time talking the new Batman comics released in August.

Hear us review:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-Batman, Robin, and dinosaurs oh my!

-A Batman comic with no Batman

-Ohhhhhhhh Kowalski

Plus, we pick our favorite issue of the month.

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Episode 207: The Man Who Falls

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Trey Jackson returns to talk the highly-influential Batman story, The Man Who Falls.

Hear us discuss:

-The many ways it inspired Batman Begins

-Dennis O'Neil's rich writing

-Links to Batman history

-Cheeseburgers

-The Lion King

Plus, we reveal our favorite parts, panels, and if we'd like to see it adapted in animation.

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Episode 206: Endgame

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Joe Fornarotto returns to the show to talk more Batman vs. Joker from The New 52, with Endgame.

Hear us discuss:

-DC keeping the story under wraps

-Scott Snyder's evolving Batman world

-Greg Capullo's merciless final battle art

Plus, random tangents of other comics, Batman movies, and more!

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Episode 205: Batman in July

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

It's the end of the month, which means another wrap up of new Batman comics released with our favorite Italian Peter R. Verra.

Hear us discuss:

-A good issue in Batman

-Bane fighting dinosaurs

-BTAS Scarecrow

-Kowalski name drops

Plus, we pick our favorite issue and answer a listener question!

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Episode 204: Dark Nights: Metal

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris Clow returns to the show for a tale like no other, as we rock, roll, and dissect the DC event "Dark Nights Metal".

Hear us:

-Explain how it works as a Batman story

-The way Scott Snyder builds on his Batman run

-Greg Capullo's standout art

-How Metal measures up to other DC events

Plus, discover how Zoolander (yes, that Zoolander) pops up in our discussion.

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Episode 203: Death of the Dreammaster

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Macho Minnesotan Garret Grev returns with a wild card. We open the prose book "The Further Adventures of Batman", and discuss the first short story, "Death of the Dreammaster".

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Episode 202: Batman in June

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 30 Jun 2024 17:09:21 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from Straight Outta Gotham returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics.

Here us talk:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-Returning to Gotham By Gaslight

-The Penguin's penultimate issue

Plus, our favorite story of the month and a listener question!

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Episode 201: Batman Novelization

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 23 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In honor of the 35th anniversary of Batman, Ryan Hoss returns to the show to discuss the official novelization based on the movie.

Hear us highlight:

-Scenes in the novel that were cut for the movie

-Changes in dialogue

-Who was renamed "Lawrence" for the movie

Plus, we name our favorite parts of the book, and what we wish made it to the film.

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Episode 200: Sean Murphy

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Going big for Episode 200, as Sean Murphy joins the show and makes a unique pick for our Batman discussion.

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Episode 199: Batman in May

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 31 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Another month comes to an end, which means Peter Verra returns for a wrap up of new Batman comics.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The final issue of the Black Label story First Knight

-Our favorite issues of the month

Plus, we briefly talk about Jeph Loeb's The Last Halloween announcement, and tease about big ol' Episode 200.

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Episode 198: Venom w/ Alex Segura

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Alex Segura returns to the show to talk the praised Batman story, Venom.

Hear us discuss:

-The tight writing of Dennis O'Neil

-How this is a tough Batman story to read

-A writer's perspective on creating a specific scene

Plus, we briefly discuss Alex's new Dick Tracy series.

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Episode 197: The Joker

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 May 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey from batman-on-film returns for a deep dive into the Batman archives, looking at the debut of the Clown Prince of Crime in Batman #1.

Hear them discuss:

-The creation of The Joker

-How the story stands the test of time

-The many influences it had on The Dark Knight

-Our favorite panels

And more!

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Episode 196: Batman in April

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another conversation on new Batman comics, this time released in April.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-Our differing opinions on The Bat-Man: First Knight

-A defense of Batman: Dark Age

-Our favorite issues of the month

And more!

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Episode 195: Batman / TMNT II

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

Flip the manhole cover, grab a pizza, and skateboard to the sewers as Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast returns to the show for a cowabunga celebration. We high kick our way into another gushing conversation when Gotham reunites with NYC in the sequel story, Batman/ TMNT II.

Hear us discuss:

-How this story seamlessly follows the first book

-The incredible art of Freddie E. Williams II

-The balancing act of characters

-Our favorite parts and panels

And more!

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Episode 194: Enemies & Allies

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show to talk the Batman/Superman novel Enemies & Allies.

Hear us discuss:

-How the 1950s era fits the story

-If this is more a Batman or Superman story

-The focus on characterization throughout the story

-Why Katie gets a shoutout

And more!

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Episode 193: Batman in March

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another monthly discussion of new Batman comics, this time released in March.

Hear us discuss:

-New series First Knight and Dark Age

-The most surprising issue of the month

-Our favorite issues

-Listener question

And more!

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Episode 192: Dark Age w/Mark Russell

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Mark Russell joins the show to talk about his new book, Batman: Dark Age.

Hear us discuss:

-The origins of the book

-If there are connections to his Superman: Space Age

-Mark's favorite Batman story

-Which characters are and aren't appearing

And more!

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Episode 191: The Audio Adventures w/Anthony Marques

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:18:16 +0000

In this episode, artist Anthony Marques joins the show to talk about his work in the comic series Batman: The Audio Adventures.

Here us talk:

-His development in the series

-Character designs

-The process of just one comic book page

-Easter eggs in the book

And more!

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Episode 190: Batman in February

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a discussion on the new Batman comics released in February.

Hear us review:

-The Joker: Year One arc that was released in the Batman title

-How Black Label Batman continues its hot streak with the finale of Christian Ward's "City of Madness"

-If World's Finest stuck the landing in its revisit to Kingdom Come

Plus, our favorite issue of the month, and a listener question!

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Episode 189: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight w/ Matthew Manning

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Matthew Manning returns to the show to discuss his latest Batman book, The Multiverse of the Dark Knight.

We discuss:

-The origins of the book

-Some of the deep pulls included

-Batman comic adventures of our youth

and more!

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Episode 188: Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

If the title doesn't seem familiar, you know the cover.

Jay Yaws returns to the show to talk the story found inside Batman #321, Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker.

Hear us discuss:

-Len Wein's classic, fun story

-The great characterizations of everyone included

-How this feels like an episode of Batman: The Animated Series

-The iconic cover

And more!

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Episode 187: Year Two

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 7 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to discuss the infamous 1987 comic book story, Batman: Year Two.

Hear us discuss:

- The changing of the artists

- Its impression on Mask of the Phantasm

- Fearing the reaper

- Batman working with Joe Chill

- Batman using a gun

And more!

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Episode 186: Batman in January

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a recap of the new Batman comics released in January.

Hear us discuss:

-Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics

-The return of The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries

-The Kingdom Come sequel playing out in World's Finest

-The final chapter of “The Winning Card" from Tom King and Mitch Gerads

Plus: our favorite issues of the month!

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Episode 185: Penguin Triumphant

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Justin Kowalski returns with top hat and an umbrella to talk about Oswald Cobblepot in the story Penguin Triumphant.

Here us chat about:

-90s villain one-shots

-Burgess Meredith

-Danny DeVito

-Norm Breyfogle

and more!

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Episode 184: Nosferatu

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, friend from the north Reno Dee joins the show to talk Batman: Nosferatu, a unique, atmospheric Elseworlds tale.

Hear us discuss:

-The setup for this book

-The other Elseworlds stories it’s connected to

-Movie influences

-If Pat Hingle and Wilford Brimley had a baby

And more!

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Episode 183: Batman in December

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 18:39:31 +0000

Peter R. Verra returns for another episode discussing new Batman comics, this time released in December.

Hear us highlight:

-The strengths of DC's Black Label books

-Santa Claus teaming up with Batman

-Kowalski books

-DC releasing the issue where Jason Todd lives

Plus we pick our favorite book of the month!

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A Christmas Riddle (Episode 182)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Mr. Minnesota returns for a jolly discussion on a holiday tale, A Christmas Riddle.

Hear us discuss:

-Paul Dini's superb storytelling

-How Ty Templeton makes an established look all his own

-The Peregrinator's Club

-blink-182

-Condiment King

And more.

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Episode 181: Mask of the Phantasm

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:59:13 +0000

In honor of Mask of the Phantasm's 30th anniversary, Ryan Hoss returns to the show to talk about the movie's novelization and comic adaptation.

Hear us discuss:

-Dialogue differences from the movie

-Added scenes not found in the movie

-Leslie Thompkins

-Dick Grayson

and most importantly, the legend of Burton Earny.

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Episode 180: Batman in November

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap up show, this time talking the new Batman comics released in November.

Hear us discuss:

-The big arc launching in Batman

-The two issues of Detective Comics released

-The debut of the new Batman '89 series, Echoes

Plus, Peter's favorite segment, Batman and Friends.

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Episode 179: One Bad Day: Ra’s al Ghul

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

It's the One Bad Month Finale!

We finish a busy month taking a look at the last book of the One Bad Day series, focusing on Ra's al Ghul. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, and we take a deep dive into this book's story, art, overall impression and more. Plus, a ranking of all the books covered this month!

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Episode 178: One Bad Day: Clayface

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 7: Clayface.

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Episode 177: One Bad Day: Catwoman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 6: Catwoman.

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Episode 176: One Bad Day: Bane

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 18 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 5: Bane.

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Episode 175: One Bad Day: Mr. Freeze

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 4: Mr. Freeze.

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Episode 174: One Bad Day: Penguin

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 3: Penguin.

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Episode 173: One Bad Day: Two-Face

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 7 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month continues!

We continue taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 2: Two-Face.

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Episode 172: One Bad Day: The Riddler

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 3 Nov 2023 04:00:00 +0000

One Bad Month begins here!

All month long, we're taking a look at the recent One Bad Day series, one book at a time. Joining me is Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge, as we take a deep dive into Part 1: The Riddler.

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Episode 171: Batman in October

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns to the show as we wrap up a busy Halloween month looking at new Batman comics released in October.

Hear us discuss:

-The back half of The Gotham War

-The final issues of Batman: The Adventures Continue and Generation Joker

-Christian Ward's new Black Label book City of Madness

Plus, Pete's favorite segment, Batman and Friends!

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Episode 170: The Long Halloween Special

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky Month continues with the scary Italian himself, Peter R. Verra, who brings nothing but treats to the show with the recent Batman story, The Long Halloween Special.

Hear us touch on:

-The magic of the Loeb/Sale collaboration

-The added contributions of Brennan Wagner

-The two takes on Gilda Dent

-Solomon Grundy's emotional payoff

-Batman's badassery

and more!

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Episode 169: Skeeter!

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky Month continues!

Garret Grev returns to the show and talks the seasonal vibe found in Action Comics #1, Skeeter!

Hear us talk:

-John Byrne's vampires

-Where this issue fits in the post-crisis universe

-The equal billing for Batman and Superman

and more!

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Episode 168: The Short Halloween

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 4 Oct 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky Month has commenced! Ryan Hoss is the first guest of the month to dip into the spirit of the season, taking us back to Batman '66 with the fun-sized Halloween story, The Short Halloween.

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Episode 167: Batman in September

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics.

Hear us talk:

-The Gotham War

-Gargoyle of Gotham

-Tom King's riveting Penguin series

-Tyler Durden

-Elmo gifs

-Eric Holzmann

and more!

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Episode 166: Night of the Stalker w/ Michael Uslan

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey returns to the show with special guest Michael Uslan, to talk about the legendary Batman story found in Detective Comics #439, "Night of the Stalker".

Brought up in the conversation:

-Batman '89

-Steve Englehart

-Neal Adams

-Tim Burton

-Defining moments of the story

-The Shadow

And more!

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Episode 165: The Last Arkham

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 7 Sep 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Tim Rooney returns to the show as we rewind to the debut arc in the Shadow of the Bat title, The Last Arkham. Hear us discuss:

-Alan Grant's superb writing

-The (once again) incredible artwork of Norm Breyfogle,

-Some nuggets behind the origin of the title

and more.

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Episode 164: Batman in August

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns to the show for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics, this time released in August. Hear us break down:

-the final issues of Knight Terrors

-White Knight: Generation Joker #4

-the origin of Batman/Superman: World's Finest

-Tom King's debut issue of Penguin

and more!

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Episode 163: Pway For Me

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to help hunt rabbits and bats in the brilliant Batman/Elmer Fudd crossover, Pway For Me. Hear us talk about:

-Lee Weeks's excellent art

-Tom King's clever writing

-Looney Tunes cameos

-Behind-the-scenes nuggets shared directly from King

-and more!

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Episode 162: Batman and the Mad Monk

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Micah Ramey returns to the show to revisit the back half of Matt Wagner's "Dark Moon Rising", discussing Batman and the Mad Monk. Hear us gush about Wagner's covers, how the story continues to fit well in the early-Batman timeline, our favorite parts, and more.

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Episode 161: Batman in July

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra has a summer frolic back to the show for a wrap up discussion on new Batman comics released in July.

Hear us talk:

- The Knight Terrors event, and how Batman plays an important role

- Generation Joker #3

- Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries #10

- The Audio Adventures finale

and more.

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Episode 160: The Dark Knight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 18:56:54 +0000

In this episode, Ryan Hoss returns to the show to help celebrate 15 years of The Dark Knight, by analyzing the film's novelization. Hear us talk about the strengths of Dennis O'Neil being the writer, how the book provides a great expansion of the world, what portions of the novel we are glad didn't translate to the big screen and more.

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Episode 159: Batman in June

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra frolics back to the show for another monthly recap of new Batman comics, this time in June. Hear us talk:

legacy titles BATMAN and DETECTIVE COMICS
their differing opinions of the BRAVE AND THE BOLD book
how GENERATION JOKER continues to operate at a high level of storytelling
The unique issue of RIDDLER: YEAR ONE
and our favorite issue of the month

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Episode 158: Beyond The White Knight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 03:34:32 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show for a discussion on the latest entry in the White Knight universe (aka Murphyverse), Beyond The White Knight. Hear us talk about the many characters and plot lines from the story, Sean Murphy's strengths in storytelling, and even a message the creator sent to be read on this episode.

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Episode 157: Flashpoint

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 20:41:12 +0000

In this episode, Justin Kowalski returns for a revisit of Geoff Johns' Earth-shattering event, Flashpoint. Hear us dissect this fast-paced Barry Allen story, Andy Kubert's art, the impact of Thomas Wayne's Batman, and more.

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Episode 156: One Night in Gotham City

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 7 Jun 2023 14:53:16 +0000

In this episode, Garret Grev returns to the show to dip into the third issue of John Byrne's The Man of Steel limited series, One Night in Gotham. Hear us dissect the first meeting of Batman and Superman in the post-Crisis era, how Byrne zones in on perfect character moments, the stylish debut of Magpie, and more.

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Episode 155: Batman in May

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 31 May 2023 17:33:12 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns to the show for another monthly breakdown of new Batman comics. Hear us talk legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, the Batman & Joker: Deadly Duo finale, new books Generation Joker and Brave and the Bold, and more.

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Episode 154: The Eye of the Beholder

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000

The coin has been flipped, and it's come up heads.

Justin Kowalski returns to the show to highlight the Two-Face origin story found in Batman: Annual #14, The Eye of the Beholder. Hear us talk the issue's influences on other Two-Face stories, elements it includes from older Two-Face stories, the iconic Neal Adams cover, and more.

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Episode 153: The Rainbow Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 15 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey returns to the show for a deep pull in the Batman library with Detective Comics #241, The Rainbow Batman. Hear us break down why Batman changes his wardrobe in the story, how this issue feels different than others from the 1950s, how it relates to toys in the 1990s, and more.

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Episode 152: Generation Joker w/ Katana Collins and Clay McCormack

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 5 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, co-writers Katana Collins and Clay McCormack come aboard to talk the next chapter in the Batman: White Knight universe, Generation Joker. Hear them discuss how the story came about, their collaboration, finding the right artist, and more.

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Episode 151: Batman in April

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for our monthly recaps of new Batman comics. We discuss legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, the penultimate issue of Batman & Joker: Deadly Duo, Batman & Scooby-Doo, and more.

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Episode 150: Favorite Batman Artist

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Batpals Justin Kowalski and Garret Grev return to the show for a celebration of Batman artists. Hear us talk the results of the latest Bracket Challenge, our favorite Batman artists, what listeners of the show said, and more.

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Episode 149: The Chalice

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show for a discussion on the standalone story, The Chalice. Hear us dissect the highs and lows of the story, the surprising amount of characters included, the unique art style, and more.

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Episode 148: Batman in March

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 31 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from Straight Outta Gotham returns to the show for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us talk legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries, One Bad Day: Ra's al Ghul, and more.

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Episode 147: Creature of the Night

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer extraordinaire Tim Sheridan returns to the show to dissect the unique story Batman: Creature of the Night. Hear them break down Kurt Busiek's story, the art of the late John Paul Leon, and the interpretations of this tale's Batman.

Plus, obviously, we bring up The Long Halloween.

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Episode 146: The Doom That Came to Gotham

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000

Before the animated movie releases, Robert Reineke returns to the show to talk Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham. Hear him give a crash course lesson on H.P. Lovecraft, the writer's influence on the Dark Knight, the fun inclusion of many characters, and more.

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Episode 145: Two-Timer

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, there's twice the guest energy with Tim Rooney and Preston Willis joining the show, talking the Two-Face story Two-Timer. Hear us break down a return to the Batman: The Animated Series world, how the Joker fits into this tale, the magic of Paul Dini, and more.

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Episode 144: The Untold Legend of The Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 6 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to break down a popular 3-issue series from the 1980s, The Untold Legend of The Batman. Hear us talk similarities and differences to Batman's origin, Jim Aparo's outstanding art, Len Wein's underappreciated writing, and more.

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Episode 143: Batman in February

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us break down legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, Sean Murphy's finale to Beyond the White Knight, the outstanding Clayface issue, and more.

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Episode 142: The Lost Years

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Ryan Hoss returns to the show so we can break down The Batman Adventures 5-issue story, The Lost Years. Hear us discuss the story itself, the evolution of Dick Grayson, and if the story did as promised in bridging the gap between Batman: The Animated Series and The New Batman Adventures.

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Episode 141: Mad Love

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, JJ Hodges returns to the show to talk a highly regarded origin story, Batman: Mad Love. Hear us discuss Harley Quinn’s journey from doctor to henchwoman, Batman’s crucial involvement, how the story compares to the animated episode, and more.

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Episode 140: Blades

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 7 Feb 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Carlos Demen from The Nerd Room podcast returns to the show to analyze one of Tim Sale's earliest Batman works, Blades. Hear us break down Sale's Gotham City, this iteration of the Cavalier, Batman's look, and more.

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Episode 139: Batman in January

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns once again to wrap up the new Batman comics released in January. Hear us break down the legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, the Bane and Catwoman One Bad Day issues, if Fortress sticks the landing, and more.

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Episode 138: Tom King

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, writer Tom King joins the show to talk his long, epic Batman run. Hear us discuss his origins on the title, how Bane got involved, revelations of the BatCat wedding, and more.

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Episode 137: I Am Bane

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Austin Rodriguez joins the show to break down a standout story in Tom King's Batman run, I Am Bane. Hear us highlight Bane's destruction, the Batburger, Dante's Inferno, and more.

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Episode 136: Tom King’s Batman Run

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 7 Jan 2023 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Michael Kronenberg returns to the show to break down, as best we can, Tom King's Batman run. Hear us discuss BatCat, King's use of Bane, Flashpoint Batman, and more.

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Episode 135: Batman in December

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000

In the final episode of 2022, Peter R. Verra returns to the show for another monthly recap of new Batman comics released in December. Hear the highs, the lows, and our favorites from the year.

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Wanted: Santa Claus - Dead or Alive! (Episode 134)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns to the show and brings his Christmas spirit to shed some light on the hard-to-find Batman holiday tale "Wanted: Santa Claus - Dead or Alive!". Hear us break down Dennis O'Neil's story, Frank Miller's Batman art, Telly Zavalas, Amy Grant, Home Alone, Mariah Carey, and so much more.

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Episode 133: The Case of the Chemical Syndicate

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 10 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey from Batman-on-film returns to the show to discuss how Batman begins in his debut issue found in Detective Comics #27. Hear us discuss the history of DC up to this point, the "Bat-Man" showing up for the first time, and the big twist found in The Case of the Chemical Syndicate.

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Episode 132: Batman in November

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show for another jam-packed conversation of new Batman comics released in November. Hear us talk the legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, the great series Batman: Fortress, how The Audio Adventures continues to surprise us, and more.

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Episode 131: Ivan Cohen

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Zoinks! On this episode, author Ivan Cohen joins the show to talk about his most recent projects, including issues of The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries and Batman Returns: One Dark Christmas Eve. Hear him talk some behind-the-scenes stories, the beginnings of each book, his favorite Batman story, and more.

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Episode 130: Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast returns to the show for an episode full of t-u-r-t-l-e power. They go deep into the sewers, crack open a bottle of TGRI ooze, inhale some pizza, and talk all about the crossover they waited their whole lives for in Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Go ninja, Go ninja GO!

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Episode 129: Dark Detective

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to discuss Dark Detective. Hear us break down this sequel story to the classic Strange Apparitions run, the great story beats from Steve Englehart, the great art from Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin, and more.

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Episode 128: Batman in October

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another wrap up of new monthly Batman comics. Hear us break down Batman, Detective Comics, Beyond the White Knight, and more.

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Episode 127: Ghosts

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky stories month comes to a head in this episode, as Peter Verra returns to the show to cap off the Haunted Knight collection with the final story. Hear us gush over the story, art, and everything in between with Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's Ghosts.

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Episode 126: Crimson Mist

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky stories month continues with the return of Justin Kowalski, as he caps off the Doug Moench/ Kelley Jones Batman trilogy with Crimson Mist. Hear us break down Batman as a vampire, the villains who pop up in Gotham, the exceptional art, and more.

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Episode 125: Scarecrow Comes to Town

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Spooky stories month continues in this episode with regular guest Ryan Hoss, as he faces his fear of choosing only one comic and lands with Scarecrow Comes to Town. Hear us break down the issue based on the Adam West series, who we could see playing Scarecrow, our favorite parts, and more.

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Episode 124: Moon of the Wolf

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 5 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Garret Grev returns to the show to kick off a month of spooky stories with the classic monster tale Moon of the Wolf. Hear us break down our histories with the story, Neal Adams's art, how it compares to the animated adaptation, and more.

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Episode 123: Batman in September

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns to the show for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us talk Batman, Detective Comics, Flashpoint Beyond, our picks of the month, and more.

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Episode 122: Dark Night: A True Batman Story

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 24 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, author Alex Segura joins the show to discuss a personal tale from Paul Dini, Dark Night: A True Batman Story. Hear them break down the creative approach to telling this story, Eduardo Risso's art, and how the comic book medium is a perfect avenue for telling this kind of story.

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Episode 121: Batman ’89

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 17 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Batboys Ryan Hoss and Justin Kowalski return to discuss the recently-wrapped story Batman '89. Hear us break down the art, the story, how it fits into the Burtonverse, and more.

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Episode 120: Joker

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 10 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Trey Jackson joins the show to deep dive into the Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo book Joker. Hear us discuss the origin of the story, the plot, and how it capitalizes on the Batman-Joker relationship.

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Episode 119: Batman in August

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:42:20 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us talk the highs and lows of legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics, the finale to Tom King's Batman: Killing Time, why Batman: Fortress rocks, and more.

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Episode 118: Black and White vol. 1

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 21 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, comic book writer and artist Clay McCormack comes aboard to break down the first volume of the unique Batman series, Black and White. Hear us discuss the immense list of talent included, which stories made the most impact, why Clay chose this series, and more.

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Episode 117: The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 16 Aug 2022 03:11:43 +0000

In this episode, Chris Balga from the Geek Ultimate Alliance returns to the show and brings along an underrated story of The Demon's Head, The Resurrection of Ra's al Ghul. Hear them talk the crossover issues, how the story puts a unique twist on immortality, what's missing from the collected editions, and more.

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Episode 116: The Widening Gyre

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 5 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan Powers comes aboard to break down Kevin Smith's Batman tale, The Widening Gyre. Hear us chime in on the meaning of the title, the story itself, the twist nobody saw coming and more.

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Episode 115: Batman in July

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 31 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for the monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear the breakdown of new eras beginning in Batman and Detective Comics, Jock's finale for One Dark Knight, how Batman: Urban Legends got everything right, and more.

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Episode 114: A Death in the Family

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show to talk a classic Batman story with a significant event, A Death in The Family. Hear us talk Jason Todd's history, deciding his fate, and the great Jim Aparo's art.

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Episode 113: Batman and the Monster Men

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Micah Ramey from Ramey Review returns to the show to break down the excellent Matt Wagner story, Batman and the Monster Men.

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Episode 112: Kelley Jones

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 7 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, legendary artist Kelley Jones joins the show. Hear him look back on his work on Batman & Dracula, the Batman run with Doug Moench, Knightfall covers, and more.

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Episode 111: Batman in June

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for the monthly recap of new Batman comics. Hear us talk the legacy titles of Batman and Detective Comics, the miniseries Batman: Fortress, Sean Murphy's Beyond The White Knight, and more.

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Episode 110: Batman Returns Adaptation

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In honor of the movie's 30th anniversary, Ryan Hoss and Justin Kowalski return to the show to talk the comic adaptation of Batman Returns. hear them discuss what's in the comic that's missing from the movie, what's in the movie that's missing from the comic, and where this adaptation lands among all of the Batman versions.

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Episode 109: Face The Face

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris Clow from The Comic Binge comes aboard for a tale on duality, Face The Face. Hear us break down the timeline of this story, Batman's return, the historical moments in this story, and more.

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Episode 108: Batman in May

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 May 2022 20:36:01 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show for the monthly rundown of Batman comics. Hear us break down the mainstays Batman and Detective Comics, the hot miniseries Flashpoint Beyond, Sean Murphy's Beyond The White Knight and more.

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Episode 107: The Supergirl From Krypton

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 25 May 2022 19:56:01 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns and brings along his favorite villain, Uxas. Hear us break down the story from Jeph Loeb, the art from Michael Turner, and the many characters and locations from the DC Universe that make an appearance.

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Episode 106: The Batcave Companion w/ Michael Kronenberg

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 19 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this second episode covering The Batcave Companion, author Michael Kronenberg joins the show to talk his portion of the book. Hear him discuss his interviews with both Neal Adams and Dennis O'Neil, the legendary run from Steve Englehart & Marshall Rogers, this era's impact on Batman: The Animated Series, and more.

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Episode 105: The Batcave Companion w/ Michael Eury

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this first of two episodes covering The Batcave Companion, one of the book's authors, Michael Eury, comes on the show to talk about his portion of the book. Hear us discuss "The New Look", Batman '66, and the ghosts of Bob Kane.

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Episode 104: Interlude on Earth-Two

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode, writer/producer/showrunner F.J. DeSanto joins the show to break down a blockbuster of a Batman story, found in The Brave and the Bold #182. Hear us discuss Jim Aparo's art, nods to the Golden Age, and why "Interlude on Earth-Two" is F.J.'s favorite Batman story.

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Episode 103: The Many Deaths of the Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 5 May 2022 13:50:45 +0000

On this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show, to talk about a unique 1980's Batman story, The Many Deaths of the Batman. They also gush about this being the first time on the show they get to gush about the legendary Jim Aparo.

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Episode 102: Batman in April

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 30 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns to the show for the monthly wrap up of Batman comics. Hear us discuss the latest issues of Batman, Detective Comics, Batman '89 and more. Also, we break down the debut chapters of new series Batman Beyond and Flashpoint Beyond!

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Episode 101: Golden Dawn

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Minnesota's finest Garret Grev returns to the show for a dark tale involving the Dark Knight. Hear us break down every angle of David Finch's "Batman: Golden Dawn", including the many plots, the exceptional art, and the involvement of Jason Fabok.

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Lee Bermejo (Episode 100)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Celebrating 100 episodes, master artist Lee Bermejo guests on the show to talk about The Batman, Batman: Damned, Arkham Asylum, and more.

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Episode 99: The Ultimate Guide

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 8 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, author Matthew Manning returns to the show to talk about his new book Batman: The Ultimate Guide. Hear him highlight fun sections he put together, some general Batman talk, and a rapid fire section.

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Episode 98: Batman in March

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap-up of new Batman comics. Hear us discuss the finale to the epic story running in Detective Comics, the middle chapter of Jock's One Dark Knight, and the first issue of Sean Murphy's Beyond The White Knight.

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Episode 97: Robin & Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 05:20:23 +0000

In this episode, Nick Zednik from the Vigilante 1939 podcast returns to the show, and revisits the Dynamic Duo in the recent series Robin & Batman. Hear us break down the story, unique art, and how this measures up with other stories featuring this iconic team.

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Episode 96: The Imposter

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey from batman-on-film returns to the show to talk about the recent gritty, grounded, and raw Batman story, The Imposter.

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Episode 95: Dark Knight, Dark City

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 7 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Riddle me this, riddle me that, who has Ryan asked to come chat about the Bat? Justin Kowalski from Let's Go! of course! With the Riddler being all the buzz these days, we decided to dip into a beloved story of his, Dark Knight, Dark City.

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Episode 94: Batman in February

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

Another month, another stack of Batman comics. Peter R. Verra from Straight Outta Gotham returns for another fun and lengthy discussion on the Batboys released in February.

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Episode 93: Batman/Spider-Man Crossovers

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Nikko Caruso from the Vigilante 1939 podcast thwips back to the show for a discussion involving both comic book powerhouses DC and Marvel, exploring the two comics in the 90s featuring both Batman and Spider-Man.

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Episode 92: Last Knight on Earth

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show for a deep discussion and break down of LAST KNIGHT ON EARTH, by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo.

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Episode 91: Batman in January

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap-up discussion. Hear us discuss the weekly event in Detective Comics, the new villain in Batman, and a surprise story featuring Ace the Bathound.

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Episode 90: Impressionable Issues with Tim Sheridan

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:25:57 +0000

In this episode, writer Tim Sheridan (he wrote The Long Halloween Parts 1 and 2!) joins the show to talk about his favorite Batman story, and why it made such an impact on him. Hear us discuss Marv Wolfman's Batman books in 1989, Tim's opinion on the latest poll question, and then answer some questions from listeners.

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Episode 89: Batman 455-457

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 06:58:09 +0000

In this episode, Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast joins the show to break down the three-issue arc found in Batman 455-457. Hear us gush over Norm Breyfogle's art, covers, the surprises in each episode, and how this story is pivotal in Tim Drake's history.

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Episode 88: Batman in December

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 07:16:12 +0000

For the last episode of 2021, Peter Verra returns to the show to break down another month of Batman comics. Hear the highs, the lows, and a summary of Batbooks this whole year.

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The Batman Adventures Holiday Special (Episode 87)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Jay Yaws returns to the show to break down all of the short, seasonal stories found inside THE BATMAN ADVENTURES HOLIDAY SPECIAL. Hear us discuss the talent behind the issue, our impressions of each, and how it inspired the animated episode HOLIDAY KNIGHTS.

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Episode 86: Gotham By Gaslight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill Ramey from Batman-on-film returns to the show, and gushes about one of his favorite Batman stories, Gotham By Gaslight. Hear us discuss the first DC Elseworlds tale, our experiences with the book, and how we feel about the animated adaptation.

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Episode 85: Batman in November

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns to the show to continue the monthly wrap up of Batman comics. Hear them break down the good, the bad, the honorable mentions and their book of the month.

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Episode 84: The Dark Knight Returns

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Celebrating its 35th anniversary, Robert Reineke returns to the show and breaks down the impact of the seminal Batman story, The Dark Knight Returns. Hear the lead up to its release, the impact it made on the medium, and its long-lasting impacts on not just Batman, but the superhero genre.

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Episode 83: Under The Hood

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 01:43:19 +0000

The Comic Binge's Paul Hermann returns to the show for an episode long in the making, breaking down the highly-debated story Under The Hood. Hear the guys discuss writer Judd Winick's inspiration for the tale, the controversial Annual issue included, and how this story is ingrained in Batman's history.

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Episode 82: Batman in October

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sun, 31 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Peter Verra returns to the show for the monthly wrap up episode on all Batman comics. Hear them discuss the best, the worst, and which issue was their favorite.

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Episode 81: Bloodstorm

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The month of spooky Batman stories comes to a bloody finale! Justin Kowalski returns to the show to praise the bloody story from Doug Moench and Kelley Jones, Bloodstorm.

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Episode 80: By Darkness Possessed

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The month of spooky Batman stories continues in this episode, as Garret Grev returns to the show with a random pick: Batman Annual #16, By Darkness Possessed. Hear their discussion of the Eclipso mini event, how this issue ties in, and how it fits the spirit of the Halloween season.

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Episode 79: Fears

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

The month of spooky Batman stories continues, as Book Club VIP Peter Verra returns to the show to gush over the first Legends of the Dark Knight Halloween Special, Fears.

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Episode 78: Night of the Reaper

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 4 Oct 2021 05:00:00 +0000

A month of spooky Batman stories kicks off here, with guest Ryan Hoss bringing a classic 1971 tale from the dynamic duo of Dennis O'Neil and Neal Addams, in Batman #237's Night of the Reaper.

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Episode 77: Batman in September

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

It's that time again, where Peter Verra returns to the show to catch up on a month's worth of Batman. This time, we're talking September's heavy lineup with Batman, Detective Comics, Batman '89 and more.

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Episode 76: Tower of Babel

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris Balga from the World's Finest True Believers podcast returns to the show to break down and discuss the ramifications of Batman's actions in the Justice League story "Tower of Babel".

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Episode 75: Gotham Noir

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Holzmann from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show, and brings along an Elseworlds story along with him. Hear a thorough breakdown on the Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips story Batman: Gotham Noir.

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Episode 74: Zero Year

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 7 Sep 2021 05:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Tim Rooney from the Anything Goes podcast returns to the show to break down a new take on Batman's origin in Zero Year. Hear them discuss the highlights, the new spins, and how it stacks up against other beginnings of the Dark Knight.

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Episode 73: Batman in August

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 31 Aug 2021 14:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show for our monthly wrap up of Batman comics for August. Hear us break down the best, the worst, and a few surprises along the way.

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Episode 72: The Dark Prince Charming

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show as they examine the recent, and underrated, Batman story The Dark Prince Charming. Hear them break down the story, their love for Archie and the impressive art from the talented Enrico Mancini.

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Episode 71: Damned

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Emmet Davis from the Let's Go! network joins the show to break down and interpret Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo's Batman horror story, Damned.

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Episode 70: Prey

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 9 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show to dive into one of the greatest Batman stories to come out of the Legends of the Dark Knight title, Prey. Hear them dive into the influences, characters, and why it's one of Ryan's favorite Batman stories of all time.

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Episode 69: Batman 1989 Adaptation

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 2 Aug 2021 05:00:00 +0000

This podcast needs an enema!

Justin Kowalski and Ryan Hoss returns to the show to discuss, praise, criticize and go wild over the Batman 1989 comic book adaptation, from Dennis O'Neil and Jerry Ordway.

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Episode 68: Batman in July

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 03:52:30 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast makes his monthly return to the show to break down all of the Batman comics from July.

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Episode 67: The Cult

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the Wayne Manor study opens its doors to Carlos Demen from The Nerd Room podcast, to break down and discuss a dark, disturbing Batman tale like no other, The Cult.

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Episode 66: Ego

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

On this episode, the Wayne Manor study opens its doors to first-time guest Micah Ramey from Coloneh Broadcasting to break down and discuss the highly-regarded story from Darwyn Cooke, Batman: Ego.

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Episode 65: Batman by Manapul and Buccellato

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 6 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the library opens its doors to Matt Richey from the Let's Go! comic show to break down the Detective Comics run from the dynamic duo creative team of Francis Manapul and Brian Buccellato.

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Episode 64: Q&A Number Five

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 3 Jul 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, it's another double dose of Ryan as the Hoss returns to help answer some more listener questions. Hear the Ryans share their thoughts on exposing Batman's identity, animated adaptations, and Grant Morrison. Lot of Grant Morrison.

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Episode 63: Batman in June

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show to continue the monthly wrap-up of Batman comics. Comics discussed include Batman/Catwoman, a double dose of Detective Comics and the new mini-series Batman: Reptilian.

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Episode 62: Sins of the Father

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, it's a double dose of vitamin R as Ryan welcomes Ryan Hoss back to the show to break down their first-time read of the Batman Telltale Series comic, Sins of the Father.

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Episode 61: Earth One Vol. 3

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Garret Grev can't get enough of the Batman library and returns to discuss the third volume of Batman: Earth One. Listen as we discuss the dynamic team of Geoff Johns & Gary Frank, the twists on Batman history, and if this may be the final chapter of this universe.

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Episode 60: Kingdom Come

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this giant-sized episode, Mr. Minnesota himself, Garret Grev, returns to the show to break down the highly-regarded, epic comic book story from Mark Waid and Alex Ross, Kingdom Come.

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Episode 59: The Joker's Five-Way Revenge

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 7 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the library opens up and welcomes back the EIC of Batman-on-film, Bill "Jett" Ramey. Bill and I break down and discuss one of the greatest Joker stories of all time, Batman #251. To many, it's better known by its iconic cover and specific name, "The Joker's Five-Way Revenge".

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Episode 58: Batman in May

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 31 May 2021 14:16:49 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast comes out of his VIP room in The Batman Book Club study to look back and discuss the Batman comics released in the month of May.

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Episode 57: The Killing Joke

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this oversized episode, the library opens up for fellow batbros Peter Verra and Justin Kowalski so they can discuss all things The Killing Joke. Hear them weigh in on the variety of versions, the classic story, and the 2016 animated adaptation.

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Episode 56 - Death of the Family

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 17 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan opens up the library to Joe Fornarotto as they break down and dissect Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's Joker tale Death of the Family.

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Episode 55: A Lonely Place of Dying

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 10 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan opens up the library once again to Rob Myers from the Robin: Everyone Loves The Drake podcast. R & R talk about R in the seminal Batman story, A Lonely Place of Dying.

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Episode 54: Strange Apparitions

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 3 May 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to discuss one of the greatest runs in Batman comics, Strange Apparitions.

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Episode 53: Batman in April

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for the monthly venture into Batman comics. We talk about the biggest releases of the month including Batman #107, The Detective, The Batman & Scooby Doo Mysteries and more!

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Episode 52: Batman and Robin: Batman Reborn

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the library opens its doors for the third head of the Vigilante 1939 beast, Nick Zednik, to discuss Grant Morrison's first arc in his Batman and Robin run, Batman Reborn.

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Episode 51: Detective Comics 725 & 726

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this episode, the library opens its doors to welcome the Batman & Robin of the Vigilante 1939 podcast, Nicholas and Nikko Caruso. The duo suit up to talk their affection for two personal Batman issues, Detective Comics 725 & 726.

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Episode 50: Favorite Batman Stories

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 5 Apr 2021 05:00:00 +0000

In this celebratory episode, Peter Verra, Garret Grev, and Ryan Hoss return to the show for a fun discussion listing everyone's 10 favorite Batman stories.

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Episode 49: Batman in March

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show to begin a new monthly episode to cover Batman's most recent month in comics.

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Episode 48: Curse of the White Knight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Chris Balga from the World's Finest True Believers podcast returns to the show to dissect Sean Murphy's highly-anticipated sequel, Curse of the White Knight.

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Episode 47: White Knight

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Carter returns to the show and chooses a modern-day classic to break down in Batman: White Knight.

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Episode 46: Contagion

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 8 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Steve J. Ray from Fantastic Universes journeys from across the pond to explore the 90's event that seems all too relatable today, Batman: Contagion.

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Episode 45: Future State Batman Part II

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 1 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this crossover episode, them Straight Outta Gotham boys return to the show to continue our discussion on Future State Batman, dissecting the final issues of The Next Batman and Dark Detective.

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Episode 44: Batman: Universe

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Justin Kowalski from Let's Go! returns after a long hiatus. Hear us talk about him catching up in the VIP ranks and Batman '89 before we dive deep into Batman: Universe by Brian Michael Bendis and Nick Derington.

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Episode 43: Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Peter Verra returns and reclaims his VIP position on the show. The OG and Ryan also discuss and interpret the heavy Neil Gaiman and Andy Kubert Batman story, Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?

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Episode 42: Earth One Vol. 2

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 8 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Minnesota's finest Garret Grev returns to the show to discuss Volume 2 of Batman: Earth One. Hear them debate and discuss the expansion of this interpretation from the magnetic team of Geoff Johns, Gary Frank and Brad Anderson.

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Episode 41: Future State Batman

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 1 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this crossover episode, the OGs from the Straight Outta Gotham Podcast, Peter Verra and Eric Holzmann, return to discuss DC's 2-month event Future state. Think about the future as we discuss the first two issues of the main Batman titles, The Next Batman and Dark Detective.

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Episode 40: R.I.P.

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show and is ready to dig deep into the depths of Grant Morrison's mind to interpret his epic story Batman: R.I.P.

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Episode 39: The Man Who Laughs

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 17:14:26 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes back Tim Rooney from the Anything Goes and Please Rewind podcasts, to analyze an updated retelling of the Batman/Joker feud with the story Batman: The Man Who Laughs.

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Episode 38: Interview with Scott Beatty

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this special episode, Ryan interviews acclaimed writer Scott Beatty, the man behind great DC books such as Gotham Knights, Joker: Last Laugh, and the Robin/Batgirl/Nightwing: Year One stories. He also sheds light on how he got into writing comics, working with Chuck Dixon, and of course his favorite Batman story.

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Episode 37: Batman/Punisher Crossovers

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 4 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this extra-large episode, Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge podcast journeys across the street from Marvel and brings with him the two Marvel-DC crossover issues featuring Batman & Punisher. Enjoy the dissection of the two books, Paul's favorite Batman story, and even a great discussion on comic book reading in general.

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Noël (Episode 36)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 18:00:00 +0000

Merry Christmas! How else do you celebrate the holiday than with Batman's Christmas Carol, aka Lee Bermejo's exceptional Batman: Noël? JJ Hodges from the For Comic Junkies podcast comes to the show to explain his connection to the story and helps Ryan find the true meaning of Christmas.

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Episode 35: Gothic

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Robert Reineke from the Swamp Things podcast brings his endless knowledge to the show to teach us all about the hidden works found inside of Grant Morrison's Batman story, Gothic.

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Episode 34: Batman: Detective No. 27

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 3 Dec 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Bill "Jett" Ramey from Batman-on-film returns to the show to discuss the Elseworlds story Batman: Detective No. 27.

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Episode 33: Hush

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 15:47:49 +0000

Ryan welcomes back Chris Balga from the World's Finest True Believers podcast to break down a Batman favorite, Hush. Hear them discuss BatCat, Lee's unbelievable art, and a certain part that doesn't snap together as well as hoped.

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Episode 32: Q&A IV

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 06:14:04 +0000

Ryan Hoss, from Batman-on-film and the BEST website covering the Super Mario Bros. movie, returns to the show to answer some listener questions in the fourth Q&A episode.

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Episode 31: Jon Sommariva Interview

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

The big finale! Turtles week wraps up as Garret Grev joins me to interview Jon Sommariva, the artist behind Batman/TMNT Adventures! Hear us discuss Jon's journey into comics, the Easter eggs in the series, and a whole new meaning behind "shipping". Cowabunga!

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Episode 30: Matthew Manning Interview

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Cowabunga dudes! Continuing Turtles week, I sit down with Matthew Manning, the writer behind the comic book series Batman/TMNT Adventures! He shares his origin story, the development of the story and other interesting secrets behind the comic!

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Episode 29: Batman/TMNT Adventures

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 9 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Turtle power! Raphael Ryan unites with Minnesota's Michelangelo, Garret Grev, to share their love for the charming, fun comic series Batman/TMNT Adventures. Radical! Radical! Radical!

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Episode 28: The Joker War

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 5 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Continuing with the Joker week is another epic story that recently wrapped. Batbrother Pete Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show to convince Ryan that this is a good comic book story.

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Episode 27: Three Jokers

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 2 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Kicking off Joker Week with one of the biggest blockbuster comic series in recent memory. Rob Myers returns to the show to help gush and dissect Batman: Three Jokers, by Geoff Johns, Jason Fabok and Brad Anderson.

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Episode 26: Madness

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

The Halloween celebration continues with returning guest, and professional podcaster, Peter Verra, as we discuss the classic Jeph Loeb/ Tim Sale story Madness. Hear us gush about the story, the art, and Pete's catchy nickname for The Mad Hatter.

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Episode 25: Li'l Gotham #1

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Garret Grev returns to the show and joins the Five-Timers club. He also shrinks us to fun-size to talk about a charming, delightful Halloween story found in the comic series Li'l Gotham.

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Episode 24: Red Rain

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Justin Kowalski helps us creep along this spooky season with one of Batman's darkest tales, Red Rain. Hear us go deep into the art of Kelley Jones, how Justin used to dress, and why I can't think of the word ouroboros.

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Episode 23: The Brave and the Bold #93

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 5 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Kicking off a month of spooky Batman stories, Ryan Hoss returns to the show with a haunting tale found in The Brave and the Bold #93. Listen as we discuss the mystery behind the haunted house in an issue created by the legendary team of Dennis O'Neil and Neal Adams.

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Episode 22: The Black Glove

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 22 Sep 2020 14:51:21 +0000

In this episode, Justin Kowalski from the Let's Go! Comic Show returns to help solve the mystery behind the Club of Heroes in Grant Morrison's fun 3-issue arc, The Black Glove.

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Episode 21: Gates of Gotham

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Eric Carter to the show to discuss the double meaning behind the title of the Batman book Gates of Gotham.

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Episode 20: Year Three

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 4 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Javi Trujillo to the show to share their nostalgic love for the underrated gem Year Three.

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Episode 19: Q&A III

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 2 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Ryan welcomes back Batbros Justin Kowalski and Garret Grev to answer some wide-ranging listener questions!

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Episode 18: Arkham Asylum

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes back Eric Holzmann so they can try and understand what the hell is going on in Grant Morrison's trippy classic Batman story, ARKHAM ASYLUM: A SERIOUS HOUSE ON SERIOUS EARTH.

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Episode 17: Child of Dreams

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 21:41:03 +0000

On this episode, the Ryans finally reunite, as The Batman Book Club's #1 fan, Ryan Hoss, joins the show to discuss the underrated Batman story Child of Dreams. He also shows why he's a podcast professional by reminding Ryan Lower how to host his own show.

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Episode 16: The Penguin Affair

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jersey Pete from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns to the show to discuss a forgotten gem, The Penguin Affair. Listen and enjoy as we dissect the variety of art, Harold's last name, closeted Batmobiles and YouTubing turkey attacks.

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Episode 15: Earth One Vol. 1

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Mr. Minnesota makes his triumphant return to the show and has picked a doozy of a tale to discuss: Vol. 1 of the Geoff Johns and Gary Frank Batman origin story Earth One. Hear us dissect, praise and critique elements of this new take, as well as how the show is like a specific style of pants for Garret.

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Episode 14: Q&A II

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Ryan welcomes back two friends of the show, Pete Verra from the STRAIGHT OUTTA GOTHAM podcast and Justin Kowalski from the LET'S GO! COMIC SHOW, to answer a variety of questions received from the listeners.

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Episode 13: The Mud Pack

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 7 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Jay Yaws from Comics Now so they can double gush about Norm Breyfogle and his uniquely ambitious art in the 1989 Clayface story The Mud Pack.

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Episode 12: Venom

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Tim Rooney from the Anything Goes and RF4RM Rewind podcasts to thoroughly explore the late Dennis O'Neil's Batman story, Venom.

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Episode 11: Batman Forever

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes back Rob Myers from the ROBIN: EVERYONE LOVES THE DRAKE podcast to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Batman Forever in a unique way: by comparing and contrasting the official movie novelization, and how it may be the closest we'll ever get to the original version of the movie.

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Episode 10: The Court of Owls Pt. 2

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 23:50:42 +0000

On this episode, Ryan and Kevin Gallagher from the EVERYTHING IS AWESOME podcast conclude their gushy conversation on Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's epic Batman story, The Court of Owls.

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Episode 9: The Court of Owls Pt. 1

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 5 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Kevin Gallagher from the EVERYTHING IS AWESOME podcast to break down Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo's haunting Batman story, The Court of Owls.

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Episode 8: Q&A

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 29 May 2020 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes back Peter Verra and Garret Grev to answer a few listener questions, from Batman comic recommendations, to our thoughts on Batman Beyond, and even a preference on the number of villains in a live-action adventure.

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Episode 7: Year 100

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Wed, 27 May 2020 14:17:13 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Bill "Jett" Ramey from BATMAN-ON-FILM to discuss the underrated, and under appreciated, Batman: Year 100.

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Episode 6: The Black Mirror

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Thu, 21 May 2020 00:09:12 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Chris Balga from the World's Finest True Believers podcast to discuss Scott Snyder's instant classic noir story Batman: The Black Mirror.

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Episode 5: Thrillkiller

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 4 May 2020 15:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Justin Kowalski from the Let's Go! Comic Show podcast to break down the Batman Elseworlds tale Thrillkiller.

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Episode 4: Batman and Son

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 06:01:41 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Rob Meyers to discuss the introduction of Damian Wayne in Grant Morrison's Batman and Son.

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Episode 3: Dark Victory

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Tue, 7 Apr 2020 16:16:34 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Garret Grev to dissect the sequel to The Long Halloween, Dark Victory.

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The Long Halloween (Episode 2)

admin@bleav.com (Ryan Lower) — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 01:37:42 +0000

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Eric Holzmann to celebrate Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's noir classic, The Long Halloween.

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Year One (Episode 1)

admin@bleav.com (thebatmanbc) — Thu, 5 Mar 2020 07:58:06 +0000

In the premiere episode, host Ryan Lower welcomes guest Peter Verra to break down the classic comic book story Batman: Year One.

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