Explore every episode of the podcast The Batman Book Club
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| Episode 225: Batman in January | 31 janv. 2025 | 00:57:08 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 224: Birth of the Demon | 20 janv. 2025 | 01:28:59 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Tim on X: @ThisIsTimRooney Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 223: First Knight | 10 janv. 2025 | 01:34:48 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on X: @Hermann22 Subscribe to The Comic Binge on YouTube here. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 222: Batman in December | 31 déc. 2024 | 01:15:47 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 221: Slayride | 23 déc. 2024 | 01:06:27 | |
In another festive episode, Justin Kowalski returns to hitch a ride with the Joker in the Detective Comics #826 story, "Slayride". Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on X: @JustinMKowalski. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 220: A Christmas Peril! | 14 déc. 2024 | 00:55:22 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Garret on X: @GarretWATO. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 219: Batman in November | 30 nov. 2024 | 01:12:16 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 218: Batman '66: The Lost Episode | 19 nov. 2024 | 01:22:28 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Jay on X: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 217: Heart of Hush | 11 nov. 2024 | 01:25:32 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Domenic on Twitter: @Punchy1988. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 216: Batman in October | 31 oct. 2024 | 01:08:23 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 215: The Long Halloween w/ Tim Sheridan | 25 oct. 2024 | 02:01:53 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Tim on Instagram: @ilovetimsheridan. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 214: Batman: Resurrection with author John Jackson Miller | 15 oct. 2024 | 01:16:23 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow John on Instagram: @johnjacksonmiller. Purchase Batman: Resurrection from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target and more. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 213: Batman: Year One Artist's Edition | 11 oct. 2024 | 01:15:11 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Clay on Instagram:@cmccormack414. Follow Clay on X: @CMcCormack414. Check out Clay's comic "Hard Style Juice" HERE. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 212: First Time Reading Batman: Year One | 07 oct. 2024 | 01:39:37 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Andy on Instagram: @andyluca. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 211: Batman in September | 30 sept. 2024 | 01:02:45 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 210: Batman/Catwoman | 20 sept. 2024 | 01:40:46 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Austin on Instagram: @arod720. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 209: The Joker: Devil's Advocate | 10 sept. 2024 | 01:16:18 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Carlos on X: @CdnCapedCrusadr. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 208: Batman in August | 31 août 2024 | 00:52:39 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 207: The Man Who Falls | 23 août 2024 | 01:22:19 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Trey on X: @treyjackson619. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 206: Endgame | 13 août 2024 | 01:31:32 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Joe on X: @jforn11. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.
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| Episode 205: Batman in July | 31 juil. 2024 | 00:55:33 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 204: Dark Nights: Metal | 22 juil. 2024 | 01:35:34 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Chris on X: @ChrisClow. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 203: Death of the Dreammaster | 13 juil. 2024 | 01:19:54 | |
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". Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Garret on X: @GarretWATO. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 202: Batman in June | 30 juin 2024 | 01:13:57 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 201: Batman Novelization | 23 juin 2024 | 01:56:36 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Ryan Hoss on X: @smb_ryan. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "Partyman", by Prince. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 200: Sean Murphy | 10 juin 2024 | 00:50:00 | |
Going big for Episode 200, as Sean Murphy joins the show and makes a unique pick for our Batman discussion. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Sean on Instagram: @seangordonmurphy. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.
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| Episode 199: Batman in May | 31 mai 2024 | 01:04:20 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 198: Venom w/ Alex Segura | 20 mai 2024 | 00:54:24 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Alex on Instagram: @alexsegurajr. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 197: The Joker | 10 mai 2024 | 00:57:55 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Bill on X: @BATMANONFILM. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 196: Batman in April | 30 avr. 2024 | 01:04:07 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 195: Batman / TMNT II | 25 avr. 2024 | 01:25:41 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Andy on X: @AndyDiGenova. Follow Holy Batcast on Instagram: @holybatcast. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Visit the Freddie E. Williams online store: freddieart.com | |||
| Episode 194: Enemies & Allies | 11 avr. 2024 | 01:27:54 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Fire Rises on X: @TFRBatPod. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.
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| Episode 193: Batman in March | 31 mars 2024 | 01:07:11 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 192: Dark Age w/Mark Russell | 26 mars 2024 | 00:48:31 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Mark on BlueSky | Instagram : @manruss Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 191: The Audio Adventures w/Anthony Marques | 21 mars 2024 | 01:00:06 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Anthony on Instagram: @anthonymarquesart. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 190: Batman in February | 29 févr. 2024 | 01:01:28 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on X: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 189: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight w/ Matthew Manning | 21 févr. 2024 | 01:10:11 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Matt on: BlueSky and Instagram. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 188: Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker | 14 févr. 2024 | 01:07:28 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Jay on X: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 187: Year Two | 07 févr. 2024 | 01:28:32 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Javi on X: @JaviTru. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 186: Batman in January | 31 janv. 2024 | 00:56:41 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 185: Penguin Triumphant | 19 janv. 2024 | 01:10:05 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on X: @JustinMKowalski. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 184: Nosferatu | 12 janv. 2024 | 01:30:34 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 183: Batman in December | 31 déc. 2023 | 01:03:37 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 182: A Christmas Riddle | 22 déc. 2023 | 01:05:32 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Garret on X: @GarretWATO. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "Jingle Bells", by Shirley Walker, Lolita Ritmanis & Michael McCuistion Outro Music: "Can't You Just Play Along?", by Christopher Drake. | |||
| Episode 181: Mask of the Phantasm | 15 déc. 2023 | 01:43:14 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on X: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Ryan Hoss on X: @smb_ryan. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. | |||
| Episode 180: Batman in November | 30 nov. 2023 | 01:07:22 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 179: One Bad Day: Ra’s al Ghul | 27 nov. 2023 | 00:50:03 | |
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! Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22. Subscribe to The Comic Binge on YouTube. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 178: One Bad Day: Clayface | 24 nov. 2023 | 00:53:13 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22. Subscribe to The Comic Binge on YouTube. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 177: One Bad Day: Catwoman | 21 nov. 2023 | 00:40:13 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22. Subscribe to The Comic Binge on YouTube. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||
| Episode 176: One Bad Day: Bane | 18 nov. 2023 | 00:50:12 | |
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. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22. Subscribe to The Comic Binge on YouTube. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika. | |||