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The Batman Book Club

Ryan Lower

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Episode 180: Batman in November

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

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

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

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

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.

Episode 175: One Bad Day: Mr. Freeze

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. 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 174: One Bad Day: Penguin

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. 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 173: One Bad Day: Two-Face

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. 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 172: One Bad Day: The Riddler

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. 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 171: Batman in October

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! 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. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

Episode 170: The Long Halloween Special

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! 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. Read the Review on Batman-on-film Here. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

Episode 169: Skeeter!

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! 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 Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO. 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 168: The Short Halloween

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. 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 Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @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. Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

Episode 167: Batman in September

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! 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 166: Night of the Stalker w/ Michael Uslan

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! 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 Michael on Instagram:@michaeluslan. Follow Bill on Twitter: @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 165: The Last Arkham

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. 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 Tim on Twitter: @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 164: Batman in August

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! 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 163: Pway For Me

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! 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 Jay on Twitter: @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 162: Batman and the Mad Monk

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. 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 Micah on Twitter: @RameyReview. 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 161: Batman in July

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. 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 160: The Dark Knight

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. 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 Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @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 159: Batman in June

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 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 158: Beyond The White Knight

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. 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 Eric Carter on Twitter: @mecarter89. 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 157: Flashpoint

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. 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 Justin on Twitter: @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 156: One Night in Gotham City

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. 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 Garret on Twitter: @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.

Episode 155: Batman in May

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. 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 154: The Eye of the Beholder

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. 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 Justin on Twitter: @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 153: The Rainbow Batman

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. 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 Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM. 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 152: Generation Joker w/ Katana Collins and Clay McCormack

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. 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 Katana on Instagram: @katanacollins. Follow Clay on Instagram: @cmccormack414. 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 151: Batman in April

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. 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 150: Favorite Batman Artist

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. 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 Justin on Twitter: @JustinMKowalski. Follow Garret on Twitter: @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 149: The Chalice

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. 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 Javi on Twitter: @JaviTru Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 148: Batman in March

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. 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.

Episode 147: Creature of the Night

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. 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 Tim on Twitter: @iamtimsheridan. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 146: The Doom That Came to Gotham

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. 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 Robert on Twitter: @SwampThingsPod. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 145: Two-Timer

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. 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 Tim on Twitter: @ThisIsTimRooney. Follow Preston on Twitter: @Preston967. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 144: The Untold Legend of The Batman

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. 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 Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 143: Batman in February

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. 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.

Episode 142: The Lost Years

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. 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 Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @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 141: Mad Love

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. 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 JJ on Twitter: @ForComicJunkies. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 140: Blades

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. 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 Carlos on Twitter: @CdnCapedCrusadr. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 139: Batman in January

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 138: Tom King

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. 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 Tom on Twitter: @TomKingTK Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 137: I Am Bane

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. 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 Austin on Twitter: @AROD720. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 136: Tom King’s Batman Run

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. 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 Michael on Twitter: @MWKronenberg. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 135: Batman in December

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

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

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 133: The Case of the Chemical Syndicate

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. 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 Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 132: Batman in November

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 131: Ivan Cohen

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. 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 Ivan on Twitter: @ivanmcohen. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 130: Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

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! 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 Andy on Twitter: @AndyDiGenova. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 129: Dark Detective

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. 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 Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 128: Batman in October

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 127: Ghosts

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 126: Crimson Mist

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. 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 Justin Kowalski on Twitter: @JustinKowalski. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 125: Scarecrow Comes to Town

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. 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 Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @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 124: Moon of the Wolf

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. 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 Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 123: Batman in September

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. 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. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 122: Dark Night: A True Batman Story

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. 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 Alex Segura on Twitter: @alex_segura. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 121: Batman ’89

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. 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 Justin Kowalski on Twitter: @JustinMKowalski. Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @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 120: Joker

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. 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 Trey Jackson on Twitter: @treyjackson619. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 119: Batman in August

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. 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 Verra on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 118: Black and White vol. 1

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. 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 Clay McCormack on Twitter: @CMcCormack414. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 117: The Resurrection of Ra’s al Ghul

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. 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 Chris Balga on Twitter: @ChrisBalga Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 116: The Widening Gyre

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. 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 Ryan Powers on Twitter: @DickSkywalker69 Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 115: Batman in July

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. 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 Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 114: A Death in the Family

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. 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 Javi on Twitter: @JaviTru. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 113: Batman and the Monster Men

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. 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 Micah Ramey on Twitter: @RameyReview. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 112: Kelley Jones

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. 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 Kelley Jones on Twitter: @kelleyjonesart. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 111: Batman in June

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. 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 R. Verra on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 110: Batman Returns Adaptation

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. Rate and Review the Show on: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan Follow Justin Kowalski on Twitter: @JustinMKowalski Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 109: Face The Face

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. Rate and Review the Show on: Apple | Spotify | iHeartradio | Amazon Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisClow Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.COM! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 108: Batman in May

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.COM! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 107: The Supergirl From Krypton

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club on YouTube. Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 106: The Batcave Companion w/ Michael Kronenberg

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Michael on Twitter: @MWKronenberg. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 105: The Batcave Companion w/ Michael Eury

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Support The Batcave Companion: twomorrows.com. Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 104: Interlude on Earth-Two

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow F.J. on Instagram: @fjdesanto. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 103: The Many Deaths of the Batman

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 102: Batman in April

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! Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 101: Golden Dawn

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO. Follow The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel. Write in to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 100: Lee Bermejo

Celebrating 100 episodes, master artist Lee Bermejo guests on the show to talk about The Batman, Batman: Damned, Arkham Asylum, and more. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Lee Bermejo on Instagram: @leebermejoart. Watch the Video Version of this Conversation via YouTube. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 99: The Ultimate Guide

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Matthew Manning on Twitter: @matthewkmanning. Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 98: Batman in March

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 97: Robin & Batman

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Nick Zednik on Twitter: @NickZednik. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel HERE. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. The Batman Book Club is proud to be sponsored by Manscaped. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code BATBOOK at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod

Episode 96: The Imposter

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube page HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 95: Dark Knight, Dark City

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on Twitter: @JustinMKowalski. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to the YouTube Channel. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 94: Batman in February

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube channel. Support the Show with Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 93: Batman/Spider-Man Crossovers

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Nikko on Twitter: @NikkoCaruso. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube page. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc.

Episode 92: Last Knight on Earth

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 91: Batman in January

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 90: Impressionable Issues with Tim Sheridan

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. Rate and Review the Show at Apple Podcasts. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Tim on Twitter: @iamtimsheridan. Watch the Video Version of this Podcast on Youtube. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Support the Show on Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc.

Episode 89: Batman 455-457

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Andy on Twitter: @AndyDiGenova. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube channel. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 88: Batman in December

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 87: The Batman Adventures Holiday Special

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 86: Gotham By Gaslight

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club YouTube Channel HERE. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 85: Batman in November

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 84: The Dark Knight Returns

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Robert on Twitter: @SwampThingsPod. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 83: Under The Hood

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 82: Batman in October

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 81: Bloodstorm

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on Twitter: @JustinMKowalski. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 80: By Darkness Possessed

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 79: Fears

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show Through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 78: Night of the Reaper

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Follow the Show on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Show on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com.

Episode 77: Batman in September

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Support the Show through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic. Follow the Show on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Show on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated.

Episode 76: Tower of Babel

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". Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisBalga. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show on Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 75: Gotham Noir

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. Buy the Book HERE. Support the Show Through Patreon. Get Merchandise from TeePublic. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow the Show on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Show on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Eric on Twitter: @FinalE33. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com.

Episode 74: Zero Year

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Tim on Twitter: @ThisIsTimRooney. Support the Show Through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 73: Batman in August

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Subscribe to The Batman Book Club on YouTube. Support the Show Through Patreon: patreon.com/thebatmanbc. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 72: The Dark Prince Charming

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow the Show on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Show on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show Through Patreon. Buy Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 71: Damned

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. Buy the Book HERE Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Emmet on Twitter: @emmetdavis7 Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show Through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 70: Prey

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Buy the Book HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Javi on Twitter: @JaviTrue Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show Through Patreon. Buy Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 69: Batman 1989 Adaptation

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Buy the Book HERE. Follow the The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka. Follow Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show Through Patreon. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 68: Batman in July

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Support the Show on Patreon HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 67: The Cult

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. Buy The Cult Digitally HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Become a Patron HERE. Follow the Show on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow the Show on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Carlos on Twitter: @CdnCapedCrusadr. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 66: Ego

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. Buy Ego HERE or HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Micah on Twitter: @Coloneh_CEO. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 65: Batman by Manapul and Buccellato

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Matt Richey on Twitter: @mattrichey. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 64: Q&A Number Five

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 63: Batman in June

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. 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. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 62: Sins of the Father

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 61: Earth One Vol. 3

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. Buy the Book HERE. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram. Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 60: Kingdom Come

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write in to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 59: The Joker's Five-Way Revenge

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". Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from Teepublic.

Episode 58: Batman in May

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated. Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 57: The Killing Joke

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka Send Aquaman Love Letters to: @FinalE33 Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 56 - Death of the Family

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan. Follow Joe on Twitter: @joeforn11. Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com. Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 55: A Lonely Place of Dying

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Rob on Twitter: @DrummerRob10 Write to the Show at thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 54: Strange Apparitions

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to the show to discuss one of the greatest runs in Batman comics, Strange Apparitions. Rate and Review the Show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 53: Batman in April

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! Rate and Review the Show HERE. 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 Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 52: Batman and Robin: Batman Reborn

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. Rate and Review the show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow The Zeddy on Twitter: @ZeddyIs Support the Show with Merch from TeePublic Write to the Show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 51: Detective Comics 725 & 726

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Nicholas on Twitter: @NCarusoJr Follow Nikko on Twitter: @NikkoCaruso Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 50: Favorite Batman Stories

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Follow Garret Grev: @GarretWATO Follow the Hoss: @smb_ryan Send Captain Marvel Criticisms to: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club at thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merch from TeePublic

Episode 49: Batman in March

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Write to the Show at thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merch from TeePublic

Episode 48: Curse of the White Knight

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisBalga Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 47: White Knight

In this episode, Eric Carter returns to the show and chooses a modern-day classic to break down in Batman: White Knight. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.

Episode 46: Contagion

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Steve on Twitter: @el_steevo Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic

Episode 45: Future State Batman Part II

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Send All Captain Marvel Fan Mail to: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Support the Show with Merchandise From Teepublic.

Episode 44: Batman: Universe

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. Rate and Review the show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc. Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc. Follow Justin on Twitter: @j_rocka. Send complaints about life to: @FinalE33. Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 43: Whatever Happened to the Caped Crusader?

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? Rate and Review the show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 42: Earth One Vol. 2

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. Rate and Review the show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 41: Future State Batman

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Straight Outta Gotham on Twitter: @Straight_O_G Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 40: R.I.P.

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Javi on Twitter: @JaviTru Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com TBBC is a proud member of The Batman Podcast Network.

Episode 39: The Man Who Laughs

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Tim on Twitter: @ThisIsTimRooney Write to The Batman Book Club

Episode 38: Interview with Scott Beatty

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Scott's Blog HERE Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 37: Batman/Punisher Crossovers

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Paul on Twitter: @Hermann22 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 36: Noël

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow JJ on Twitter: @ForComicJunkies Send Christmas lists to: @FinalE33 Write to the show: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 35: Gothic

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. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow the Swamp Things podcast on Twitter: @SwampThingsPod Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 34: Batman: Detective No. 27

In this episode, Bill "Jett" Ramey from Batman-on-film returns to the show to discuss the Elseworlds story Batman: Detective No. 27. Rate and Review the Show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 33: Hush

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisBalga Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 32: Q&A IV

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan Send All Concerns About Life to Eric: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 31: Jon Sommariva Interview

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! Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Follow Jon on Instagram: @sommariva Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 30: Matthew Manning Interview

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! Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Matthew on Twitter: @matthewkmanning Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 29: Batman/TMNT Adventures

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! Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 28: The Joker War

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 27: Three Jokers

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Rob on Twitter: @DrummerRob10 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 26: Madness

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Send "I Miss You" Messages to Eric: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 25: Li'l Gotham #1

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. Rate and Review the show HERE. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 24: Red Rain

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka Send concerns to: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 23: The Brave and the Bold #93

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 22: The Black Glove

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka Follow the Let's Go! Comic Show: @letsgocomicshow Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 21: Gates of Gotham

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. Rate and Review The Batman Book Club HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Eric on Twitter: @mecarter89 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 20: Year Three

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Javi Trujillo to the show to share their nostalgic love for the underrated gem Year Three. Rate and Review The Batman Book Club HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Javi on Twitter: @JaviTru Send Warm Hugs to: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club at thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 19: Q&A III

Ryan welcomes back Batbros Justin Kowalski and Garret Grev to answer some wide-ranging listener questions! Rate and Review The Batman Book Club HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Send Concerns to: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club at thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 18: Arkham Asylum

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. Rate and Review The Batman Book Club HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan To Complain About the Audio: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 17: Child of Dreams

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. Rate and Review The Batman Book Club HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Ryan Hoss on Twitter: @smb_ryan Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 16: The Penguin Affair

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. Rate and Review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 15: Earth One Vol. 1

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. Rate and review the show HERE Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 14: Q&A II

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. Please take a minute to rate the show HERE Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Pete on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka

Episode 13: The Mud Pack

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Jay on Twitter: @JaYaws Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 12: Venom

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Tim on Twitter: @TimothyRooney2 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 11: Batman Forever

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Rob on Twitter: @DrummerRob10 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 10: The Court of Owls Pt. 2

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Kevin on Twitter: @ThatNerdyKev Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 9: The Court of Owls Pt. 1

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Kevin on Twitter: @ThatNerdyKev Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club at thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 7: Year 100

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Bill "Jett" Ramey from BATMAN-ON-FILM to discuss the underrated, and under appreciated, Batman: Year 100. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Bill on Twitter: @BATMANONFILM Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 6: The Black Mirror

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. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Chris on Twitter: @ChrisBalga Follow World's Finest True Believers on Twitter: @FinestBelievers Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 5: Thrillkiller

On this episode, Ryan welcomes Justin Kowalski from the Let's Go! Comic Show podcast to break down the Batman Elseworlds tale Thrillkiller. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Justin on Twitter: @J_Rocka Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 4: Batman and Son

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Rob Meyers to discuss the introduction of Damian Wayne in Grant Morrison's Batman and Son. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Rob on Twitter: @DrummerRob10 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 3: Dark Victory

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Garret Grev to dissect the sequel to The Long Halloween, Dark Victory. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Garret on Twitter: @GarretWATO Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 2: The Long Halloween

In this episode, Ryan welcomes Eric Holzmann to celebrate Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's noir classic, The Long Halloween. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Eric on Twitter: @FinalE33 Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

Episode 1: Year One

In the premiere episode, host Ryan Lower welcomes guest Peter Verra to break down the classic comic book story Batman: Year One. Follow The Batman Book Club on Twitter: @thebatmanbc Follow Ryan on Twitter: @lower_ryan Follow Peter on Twitter: @PeteIllustrated Write to The Batman Book Club: thebatmanbc@gmail.com

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