After going through my favorites from 2024 in several categories, I do a full review of Batgirl vol. 6 #2 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #16. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. Full Version https://thebatmanuniverse.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BTO-E253UE.mp3 The post Episode 253: 15th Anniversary …

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ talk about their favorite Batman moments from 2024, as well as new Bat-related books and media to look forward to in 2025. It’s a celebration of the best of Batman, along with a few nods to other comic books and video games that came out this past year. Along with the annual recap, …

It’s Season 16 episode 23 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast and guess who’s back? This episode, Ian returns to join Steph and Theo as they review Detective Comics #1091, the second installment of Tom Taylor’s and Mikel Janin’s run on the long-running title. Along with Greater Gotham, they also a little news, including a rumor of Batman relaunchi…

After going through my favorites from 2024 in several categories, I do a full review of Batgirl vol. 6 #2 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #16. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. Full Version https://thebatmanuniverse.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BTO-E253UE.mp3 The post Episode 253: 15th Anniversary …

After going through my favorites from 2024 in several categories, I do a full review of Batgirl vol. 6 #2 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #16. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. Full Version https://thebatmanuniverse.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BTO-E253UE.mp3 The post Episode 253: 15th Anniversary …

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ talk about their favorite Batman moments from 2024, as well as new Bat-related books and media to look forward to in 2025. It’s a celebration of the best of Batman, along with a few nods to other comic books and video games that came out this past year. Along with the annual recap, …

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ talk about their favorite Batman moments from 2024, as well as new Bat-related books and media to look forward to in 2025. It’s a celebration of the best of Batman, along with a few nods to other comic books and video games that came out this past year. Along with the annual recap, …

It’s Season 16 episode 23 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast and guess who’s back? This episode, Ian returns to join Steph and Theo as they review Detective Comics #1091, the second installment of Tom Taylor’s and Mikel Janin’s run on the long-running title. Along with Greater Gotham, they also a little news, including a rumor of Batman relaunchi…

It’s Season 16 episode 23 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast and guess who’s back? This episode, Ian returns to join Steph and Theo as they review Detective Comics #1091, the second installment of Tom Taylor’s and Mikel Janin’s run on the long-running title. Along with Greater Gotham, they also a little news, including a rumor of Batman relaunchi…

In episode 268 of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ wrap up their discussion of The Penguin series on HBO Max. This episode covers a discussion on the following The Penguin episodes: The Penguin Episode 5: Homecoming The Penguin Episode 6: Gold Summit The Penguin Episode 7: Top Hat The Penguin Episode 8: Great or Little Thing Scott an…

In episode 268 of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ wrap up their discussion of The Penguin series on HBO Max. This episode covers a discussion on the following The Penguin episodes: The Penguin Episode 5: Homecoming The Penguin Episode 6: Gold Summit The Penguin Episode 7: Top Hat The Penguin Episode 8: Great or Little Thing Scott an…

It’s Season 16 episode 22 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast and guess who’s back? This episode, Ian returns to join Steph and Theo as they review Detective Comics #1091, the second installment of Tom Taylor’s and Mikel Janin’s run on the long-running title. Along with Greater Gotham, they also a little news, including a rumor of Batman relaunchi…

It’s Season 16 episode 22 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast and guess who’s back? This episode, Ian returns to join Steph and Theo as they review Detective Comics #1091, the second installment of Tom Taylor’s and Mikel Janin’s run on the long-running title. Along with Greater Gotham, they also a little news, including a rumor of Batman relaunchi…

Taking a brief respite from the vintage issues, I review Batgirl vol. 6 #1 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #15. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, anime watchlist, and my literature recommendations also appear. Full Version https://thebatmanuniverse.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/BTO-E252S.mp3 The post Episode 252 appeared first on The Batman Universe.…

Taking a brief respite from the vintage issues, I review Batgirl vol. 6 #1 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #15. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, anime watchlist, and my literature recommendations also appear. Full Version https://thebatmanuniverse.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/BTO-E252S.mp3 The post Episode 252 appeared first on The Batman Universe.…

In episode 267 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott is joined by Rob from Comic Book Chronicles. With the absolute smash success of Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta’s Absolute Batman, the two give their thoughts on Absolute Batman #1, as well as other Batman Elseworld tales. For those who haven’t picked up the first or second issue of Absolute Batma…

In episode 267 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott is joined by Rob from Comic Book Chronicles. With the absolute smash success of Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta’s Absolute Batman, the two give their thoughts on Absolute Batman #1, as well as other Batman Elseworld tales. For those who haven’t picked up the first or second issue of Absolute Batma…

After a short hiatus due to the dreaded fifth Wednesday of the month, Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 21 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode, Steph and Theo review both Batman #154 and Batman and Robin #15, the second installment for Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Javier Fernandez with guest artist Carmine De Giadomenico.…

After a short hiatus due to the dreaded fifth Wednesday of the month, Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 21 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode, Steph and Theo review both Batman #154 and Batman and Robin #15, the second installment for Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Javier Fernandez with guest artist Carmine De Giadomenico.…

In episode 266 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott and BJ get back to talking about HBO’s hit new series, The Penguin! If you haven’t listened to their take on the first two episodes, you can check out The Penguin Episodes 1 &2. For those who listened to the previous TBU podcast episode on The Penguin, they may remember that BJ and Scott disagree…

In episode 266 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott and BJ get back to talking about HBO’s hit new series, The Penguin! If you haven’t listened to their take on the first two episodes, you can check out The Penguin Episodes 1 &2. For those who listened to the previous TBU podcast episode on The Penguin, they may remember that BJ and Scott disagree…

In this audio-only replay of The Batman Universe Specials Episode, hosts Ian and Scott chat with New York Times Bestselling Author John Jackson Miller. Writer of novels and comics, John Jackson Miller has been behind fan-favorite books in the Star Wars and Star Trek universes and beyond, as well as comics for The Simpsons, Iron Man, Mass Effect, an…

Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 20 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode, Steph and Theo review Detective Comics #1090, now under the care of Tom Taylor and Mikel Janin. After only one issue, do they have hope in Tec returning to glory after “Gotham: Nocturne”. And what is up with DC’s new webtoon-style stories. Do they …

Go vote! In this episode I review Batgirl #63-64 (2005) and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #14. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 251 appeared first on The Batman Universe.Kimberley Rockmore – The Batman Universe által

In episode 265 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott is joined by Eisner & Ringo-nominated Letterer Clayton Cowles, whose creativity has graced the pages of Batman, Absolute Batman, Penguin, X-Men, The Amazing Spider-Man, and literally thousands of other comic books. The two talk about Clayton Cowles’ career, his journey toward comics, and what it …

Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 19 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode, they review both Batman #153 and Batman and Robin #14. Does DC’s All In initiative within the Batman universe get off to a good start. Does Batman and Robin keeps its spot as the team’s favorite Bat title? And the most important question… how does …

In episode 264 of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ dive into the first two episodes of HBO MAX’s hit new series inspired by Matt Reeves’ 2022 film, The Batman. Featuring Colin Farrell’s breakout role of the Penguin (Oswald Cobb) as the titular lead, The Penguin series expands upon the criminal underbelly of Gotham City almost immedia…

Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 18 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode we review Detective Comics #1089, the last issue of Ram V’s run. Who wins the final battle between Batman and the Orgham Queen (here’s a hint, it’s the hero)? Does Ram V end his run on better footing than when it began. Does he answer the many quest…

After briefly speaking about my time in NYC and at Baltimore Comic Con, I review Batgirl #60-62 from 2005. Following the break, I review Birds of Prey vol. 5 #13 and look at a “quickie.” Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 250 appeared first on The Batman Universe.…

In episode 263 of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ return to wrap up their discussion on Batman: Caped Crusader. Just like their coverage of the first half of Batman: Caped Crusader season 1 in TBU episode 261, the discussion starts with a spoiler-free overview of the season as a whole. After their overview, Scott and BJ move into sp…

Steph and Theo are back with Season 16 episode 17 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast. This episode we review Batman #152 and Batman and Robin #13, the last issue of the Joshua Williamson run. Does Bane cross the line in his quest for revenge against? Does Joshua Williamson end his run in a way that leave fans happy. Listen in and find out our tho…

In episode 262 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott interviews Pitof, director of the Halle Berry-led Catwoman film. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the iconic 2004 film, and this episode looks back at how the film’s reception has changed and evolved over the last 20 years. When it was originally released, the Catwoman movie was among the …

Jaymee, Steph, and Theo bring you The Batman Universe Comic Podcast: Season 16 Episode 16. In this episode they review Detective Comics #1088, the penultimate issue of Ram V’s run. What happens when Batman comes face-to-face with the Orgham Queen. Greater Gotham covers Nightwing #117, Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #30, the entire issue of Wonde…

Batgirl to Oracle episode 249 is live. After some brief news about what’s coming to DC Comics in November 2024, I review Birds of Prey #84-85 from 2005. Following the break, I review Birds of Prey vol. 5 #12. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 249 appeared first on The Batman U…

In episode 261 of The Batman Universe Podcast, your bat-tastic hosts Scott and BJ talk Batman: Caped Crusader, which dropped on Prime on August 1st, 2024. The episode starts with an overall impression of the show as Scott and BJ share their spoiler-free thoughts about the characterization, art style, and story so far. For those who have already see…

Theo (@BatmanFan_4Life), and Ian (@ibmmiller), bring you The Batman Universe Comic Podcast: Season 16 Episode 15! Reviews: Batman #151 and Batman and Robin #12. Greater Gotham covers Red Hood: The Hill #6, Birds of Prey #12, The Boy Wonder #4, Gotham City Sirens #1-2, Absolute Power: Task Force VII #4, Gotham by Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age #3, Dea…

In episode 260 of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ revisit the 1966 phenomenon that was Batman: The Movie, starring Adam West, Burt Ward, Burgess Meredith, Lee Meriwether, Frank Gorshin, Caesar Romero, and Alan Napier. The two have fun talking about their favorite moments, the strange, sometimes subversive humor, the only ending wher…

The first episode in Maryland! After some life updates, I do a “quickie” with Countdown to Infinite Crisis #1 before doing a full review of Birds of Prey #81-83 from 2005. After the break, I look at Birds of Prey vol. 5 #11. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 248 appeared first…

Steph (@SMozVO), Jaymee, and Ian (@ibmmiller), bring you Season 16 Episode 14 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast! Review: Detective Comics #1087. Greater Gotham covers Nightwing #116, World’s Finest #29, Wonder Woman #11 backup only, Catwoman #67, Batman: Dark Age #4, Wayne Family Adventures chapters 121-122. What is All-In, and are our hosts All…

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ revisit The Dark Knight Returns, the 4-issue miniseries that changed comics forever. The two cover some background information about the book, of how characters like the Carrie Kelly Robin came to be, as well as analyze some of the more memorable moments in the work. From the return…

Steph (@SMozVO), Jaymee, Theo (@BatmanFan_4Life), and Ian (@ibmmiller), bring you Season 16 Episode 13 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast! Reviews: Batman #150 and Batman and Robin #11. Greater Gotham covers Poison Ivy #24, Birds of Prey #11, The Boy Wonder #3, Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #2, Batman 89: Echoes #3, Death in the Family …

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, hosts Scott and BJ look back at Batman (1989) and its legacy, graphic novel adaptation, and subsequent Bat-mania that, arguably, made Batman more popular than ever before. Tune in as they talk about favorite film moments, the casting, that iconic Prince soundtrack, and more. For more Batman (1989) goo…

Jaymee, Theo (@BatmanFan_4Life), and Ian (@ibmmiller), bring you Season 16 Episode 12 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast! Reviews: Batman #149 and Detective Comics #1086. Greater Gotham covers Nightwing #115, World’s Finest #28, Wonder Woman #10 backup only, Catwoman #66, Harley Quinn #41, The Brave and the Bold #14, The Penguin #11, Wayne Family…

In this episode I review Birds of Prey vol. 5 #10. Listener emails, Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 247 appeared first on The Batman Universe.Kimberley Rockmore – The Batman Universe által

In episode #257 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott has the pleasure of chatting about Warner Bros animation with Lila Martinez, whose career boasts work on celebrated prime time series and movies such as The Simpsons, American Dad, Harley Quinn, Mortal Kombat Legends: Cage Match, and much more. Most recently, Lila has served as director on sever…

Jaymee, Theo (@BatmanFan_4Life), and Ian (@ibmmiller), bring you Season 16 Episode 11 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast! Reviews: Batman #148 and Batman & Robin #10. Greater Gotham covers Poison Ivy #23, Birds of Prey #10, The Boy Wonder #2, Red Hood: The Hill #5, Outsiders #8, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – The Kryptonian Age #1, Wayne Family Adv…

In this episode of The Batman Universe Podcast, Scott is joined by Rob from Comic Book Chronicles. The two talk about the Comic Book Chronicles channel, how Rob got into comics, favorite incarnations of Batman, the current Chip Zdarsky and Jorge Jimenez Batman run, and DC’s “Baskin Robbins 31 Flavors of Batman.” Listeners can watch Comic Book Chron…

The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 16 Episode 10 is now live wherever you get your favorite podcasts. This week, Ian’s away, so Steph and Theo are left alone to play. After the news, this episode’s full review covers Detective Comics #1085. What do Steph and Theo think about the Joker’s return to Gotham and what does Selina have to do with it…

*SPOILERS ABOUND* Guest-starring Professor Carolyn Cocca! Star Wars (The Bad Batch and Tales of the Empire), X-Men ’97, and Commencement speakers, and that’s just the first 30 minutes! We also review the 2004 Birds of Prey storyline “Hero Hunters” found in #76-80. After the break, we review Birds of Prey vol. 5 #9. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and our …

In 1988, Alan Moore, Brian Bolland, and John Higgins would release a one-shot graphic novel that would change the Batman landscape forever. Batman: The Killing Joke was the superstar team-up that solidified Batman’s relationship with the Joker, and it changed the dynamic between Joker and the rest of the Rogues Gallery going forward. Not a book or …