Legend tells of an occasionally present caped crusader and his one true schizophrenic love as they make their way through the holiday season, avoiding department store moguls and sewer perverts. We’ve got a full nest as Matt, Zach, and Chris take a look at the movie that most inspired the look and feel of Birds of Prey: Batman Returns. 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

After Smallville but before the Arrowverse on the small screen, and after Batman & Robin but before Batman Begins on the big screen were the stories of New Gotham...the Birds of Prey! The Batman-adjacent TV series that aired from 2002-2003 on the WB! 

Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman's Matt Truex, Always Hold On To Smallville's Zach Moore and filmmaker Chris Oz McIntosh give a quick intro on their history with the series and what to expect from the podcast! 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

What do Huntress, Will Smith, and Monk all have in common? They all have held props created for them by today's guest. Rich Hobaica has lent his world-class talents to literally hundreds of episodes of television, exactly 13 of which took place in a little town called New Gotham. Huge thanks to Rich for venturing back into the Clocktower with us to talk all things industry, props, and birdarangs!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the ninth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Nature Of The Beast."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Matt's Grade: A
IMDB Grade: 6.8

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 7
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 7
Dinah Vision: 8
Episode Title Said In Episode: 2
First Appearance: 10
Hospital Visits: 4
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 9
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 9
She Said A Name!: 4
Technobabble: 7

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the first episode of Birds Of Prey, "Pilot."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Matt's Grade: A+
IMDB Grade: 6.9

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 2
Bat-Out: 1
Dinah Vision: 4
First Appearance: 8
New Gotham _____: 1
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 1
Technobabble: 2

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the eighth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Lady Shiva."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Matt's Grade: A-
IMDB Grade: 7.1

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 6
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 5
Dinah Vision: 8
First Appearance: 10
Hospital Visits: 3
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 9
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 8
She Said A Name!: 4
Technobabble: 5

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INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytv
EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the seventh episode of Birds Of Prey, “Split."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B
Matt's Grade: B
IMDB Grade: 6.9

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 5
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 5
Dinah Vision: 7
First Appearance: 9
Hospital Visits: 3
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 8
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 8
She Said A Name!: 4
Technobabble: 5

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EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the sixth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Primal Scream."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Matt's Grade: A-
IMDB Grade: 7.0

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 5
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 5
Dinah Vision: 6
First Appearance: 9
Hospital Visits: 3
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 8
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 5
She Said A Name!: 4
Technobabble: 5

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INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytv
EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the fifth episode of Birds Of Prey, "Sins Of The Mother."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Matt's Grade: A-
IMDB Grade: 7.1

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 5
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 5
Dinah Vision: 6
First Appearance: 9
Hospital Visits: 2
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 5
No Kill Finale: 2
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 5
She Said A Name!: 3
Technobabble: 5

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EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From the streets of New Gotham to Pride Rock and beyond, Gary Warshaw is a singular talent. Gary started his career under the mentorship of production designer Jaymes Hinkle, which led to him working on the pilot of a little show called Birds of Prey. Now a full-time art director, Gary steps back into New Gotham to discuss his early career and how his experiences set him up for great success.

Check out more of Gary's work at his website!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the fourth episode of Birds Of Prey, "Prey For The Hunter."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: D+
Matt's Grade: D
IMDB Grade: 6.9

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 5
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 5
Dinah Vision: 6
First Appearance: 8
Hospital Visits: 1
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 4
No Kill Finale: 2
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 3
She Said A Name!: 3
Technobabble: 5

PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytv
EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the third episode of Birds Of Prey, "Prey For The Hunter."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Matt's Grade: B-
IMDB Grade: 7.2

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 4
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 3
Dinah Vision: 4
First Appearance: 8
Hospital Visits: 1
Meta Hands: 1
New Gotham _____: 4
No Kill Finale: 1
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 3
She Said A Name!: 3
Technobabble: 5

PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallville
INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytv
EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the second episode of Birds Of Prey, "Slick."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: C-
Matt's Grade: B-
IMDB Grade: 6.9

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 3
Bat-Out: 1
Dinah Vision: 4
First Appearance: 8
New Gotham _____: 4
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 1
She Said A Name!: 3
Technobabble: 5

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EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

With a name like Silas Waters, what other choice do you have but a life of moist crimes? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x02, "Slick."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

What do Billie Eilish and the Birds of Prey have in common? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x01, "Pilot."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

We're kicking off the second phase of the podcast with a lot of "what was" and "what if"! Chris Oz McIntosh rejoins the team to discuss the show bible documents, unaired pilot, and the most important three seconds of Wayne Manor screentime you'll ever know. 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Here comes a real one, Boppers! Writer, co-executive producer and clocktower destroyer Hans Tobeason bravely ventures back into the dark heart of New Gotham to talk all things Birds Of Prey! From Liquid Guy to the far-too-early finale, Hans had a hand in crafting so much of the show’s storytelling, and has the stories to prove it. Huge thanks to Hans for being so generous with his time and insights. Can't wait to see what he cooks up next!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the thirteenth and final episode of Birds Of Prey, “Devil's Eyes."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: B+
Matt's Grade: A+
IMDB Grade: 7.5

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 11
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 8
Dinah Vision: 8
Episode Title Said In Episode: 4
First Appearance: 11
Hospital Visits: 6
Meta Hands: 5
New Gotham _____: 12
No Kill Finale: 6
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12
She Said A Name!: 5
Technobabble: 15

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt are joined by Lauren Winn to talk the twelfth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Feat Of Clay."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: A-
Matt's Grade: A-
Lauren's Grade: C+
IMDB Grade: 7.0

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 9
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 8
Dinah Vision: 8
Episode Title Said In Episode: 4
First Appearance: 11
Hospital Visits: 6
Meta Hands: 3
New Gotham _____: 12
No Kill Finale: 4
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12
She Said A Name!: 5
Technobabble: 11

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt are joined by Lauren Winn to talk the eleventh episode of Birds Of Prey, “Reunion."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: D
Matt's Grade: C
Lauren's Grade: C-
IMDB Grade: 7.0

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 8
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 8
Dinah Vision: 8
Episode Title Said In Episode: 4
First Appearance: 10
Hospital Visits: 4
Meta Hands: 3
New Gotham _____: 10
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12
She Said A Name!: 5
Technobabble: 10

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EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the tenth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Nature Of The Beast."

EPISODE ROUNDUP
Zach's Grade: D
Matt's Grade: D-
IMDB Grade: 6.6

SERIES TALLY BOARD
Alley Watch: 8
Bat-Out: 2
Dead Villains: 7
Dinah Vision: 8
Episode Title Said In Episode: 3
First Appearance: 10
Hospital Visits: 4
Meta Hands: 3
New Gotham _____: 10
No Kill Finale: 3
Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 9
She Said A Name!: 5
Technobabble: 8

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INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytv
EMAIL: dailyknockoff@gmail.com

Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

With all the fights that take place in the halls of New Gotham High, it’s probably safer to drop out. 
Take a deep dive with Matt, Chris, and guest Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) in their commentary track for episode 1x11, "Reunion."

Listen to more from Lance on ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW! 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Yet another exciting tale of the Green Scorpion of Doom! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x10, "Gladiatrix.

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

It might look like the podcast got a lot of plastic surgery and was recast, but we swear it the same old show. Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x09, "Nature Of The Beast."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Okay, who would win in a fight: Lady Shiva or Gabby?! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x08, "Lady Shiva."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Time to get our John on!! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x07, "Split."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Today’s episode is dedicated to the bravery of NGCPD Detective (first name omitted) McNally. 
Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x06, "Primal Scream."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

No capes, only fishnets! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x05, "Sins Of The Mother."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Your neural mesh is going to love this episode! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x04, "Three Birds And A Baby."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Anyone else want to grab a drink at No Man’s Land tonight? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x03, "Prey For The Hunter."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Any theories on how Clayface’s hospital whites stay so clean? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x12, "Feat of Clay."

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Wait...this show is based on a comic book?!?! 

Matt and Chris are joined by a true Legend and fandom writer, Tricia Ennis (Always Hold On To DC's Legends of Tomorrow), to discuss Gail Simone's inaugural foray into the Birds Of Prey comic series, "Of Like Minds."

Find more from Tricia Ennis at her website and check out ALWAYS HOLD ON TO DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Forget Batman Returns…is “Devil’s Eyes” a Christmas episode??? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their final commentary track for episode 1x13, "Devil’s Eyes."

Listen to ALWAYS HOLD ON TO BIRDS OF PREY on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast apps. 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Matt and Chris discuss Matt’s 70+ page fan comic, Birds Of Prey: Revolution!

Check out the comic for free at The Daily Knockoff!

Special thanks for Maicou Oliveira for Pencils/Inks, Nikki Powers for Letters and 
Mickaël Journou for Cover Art. Be sure to check out their other great work at thier respective links!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From the pilot to the finale, Matt, Chris, and special guest hero Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) rank every episode of the series from best to worst. Does a Liquid Guy beat a Meta-baby? Can a high school reunion K.O. a cage match? Will our hosts ever all agree on a single thing?! Tune in to find out!

Listen to more from Lance on ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW! 

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From Angel Grove, to New Gotham, to Hawkins, nowhere is safe from the legend that is Stunt Coordinator Hiro Koda! Hiro shares great insight about his early days as a Power Ranger, his directing experience, his work on Cobra Kai and Stranger Things, and just how difficult it is for two stunt performers breaking through a giant clock to hit their marks. Huge thanks to Hiro for taking the time to reminisce with us. 

Check out more about Hiro and his work at hirokoda.com!

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Matt Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.