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  In episode 290 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) check out the DC Holiday Special from 2017 – from some really great talent, like Denny O’Neil, Steve Epting, Christopher Priest, Tom Grummet, Greg Rucka, Bilquis Evely, and many, many more! For our Bat-Family: What is your favorite Christmas/Winter season DC holiday story? Drop us a line at  TBU@T...

  (Contains some explicit language) Join me as I speak with Kelly Thompson about her Birds of Prey run. Who is her favorite Bird? Is Barbara really a murderer in the future? Is Batman a jerk? The post Episode 268: Interview with Kelly Thompson appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  Season 17 Episode 22 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast live on all of your favorite platform. This week, the real (in our hearts and minds) Dynamic Duo are back together as Steph has returned from her time away. This episode, they tackle Batman #4 as well as Batman and Robin #28. The team also discuss the news of Phillip Kennedy Johnson leaving DC for an exclusive deal with Marvel. How d...

  Lots to catch you up on! Baltimore Comic Con, Aly and AJ, and Buffalo Bills! Afterwards I review Batgirl vol. 6 #12-14 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #26-28. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 267 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

    In episode 289 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) check out the various “Gauntlets” the five Robins have faced. Stories covered include: The Batman Chronicles: The Gauntlet, Batman #424, Batman #455-457, Robin #126-128, Batman #657, and Robins #1-2. For our Bat-Family: What is your favorite Gauntlet? Drop us a line at  TBU@TheBatmanUnivers...

  Season 17 Episode 21 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast live on all of your favorite platform. This week, Theo holds down the fort as his partner-in-crime Steph recovers from a procedure. Theo tackles three title this episode — Batman #162 (the latest in the H2SH saga), Batman and Robin #27, and Detective Comics #1103. With the news of Phillip Kennedy Johnson leaving DC for an exclusive d...

  Guest-starring Sam Heath! Come for the review of the 2003 story  Arkham Asylum: Living Hell and stay for the discussions on the death penalty and the issues that plague US correctional facilities. The post Episode 266 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  In episode 288 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) discuss the full season 2 of Peacemaker, written and directly primarily by James Gunn! What are our analyses of the many characters seen in this season? What about the controversial multiversal storyline? And, of course: For our Bat-Family: How do you think season 2 of Peacemaker compares to season 1? Drop us...

    Steph and Theo are back with Season 17 Episode 20 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast, live on all of your favorite platforms. After some news Steph and Theo review Detective Comics #1102 and Batman #3 . As Vandal Savage continues his quest to destroy Bruce and Tim in the public’s eyes, could a bystander be the key to bringing the evil police commissioner down.? Listen in and...

  In episode 287 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) read through three tales of the Batman universe meeting with the classic JSA member Wildcat! Batman/Wildcat, Catwoman/Wildcat, and Robin 80 Page Giant! Chuck Dixon, Beau Smith, Sergio Cariello, and Diego Barreto take on these brave and bold team ups – which is our favorite? Which would we like to see mo...

    Steph and Theo are back with Season 17 Episode 19 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast is live on all of your favorite platforms. After some news Steph and Theo review Batman and Robin #26 , the second part of “The Quiet Man” story arc. What are their thoughts on the issue? Do they see The Quiet Man as a formidable bad guy since he’s able to hold his own against the...

  In this episode, I interview my good friend Harrison Chute (pseudonym Kim Jung-ho), the creator of the “Martian Sun” imprint, on his recently released sci-fi/horror anthology graphic novel “What Divine Anguish.” The post Episode 265: Interview with Harrison Chute/Kim Jung-ho appeared first on The Batman Universe .

    Steph and Theo are back with Season 17 Episode 18 of The Batman Universe Comic Podcast is live on all of your favorite platforms. After some news Steph and Theo review Batman #2 as well as Detective Comics #1101. What are their thoughts on the issue? Has it changed since their spoiler-free review? They also review Batman and Robin #25, which sees the debut of the Quiet Man. How do th...

  After a brief message about having serious conversations with children and sharing a bit about my rocky start to the year, I review Batgirl #71-73 (2006). After the break, I review Batgirl vol. 6 #11 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #25. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Batgirl to Oracle: Episode 264 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  In episode 286 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) take a look at the FINAL arc of Batman: Knightfall, as the Dynamic Duo faces a threat from Mother Russia! How do Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench, and Alan Grant wrap up the most ambitious Batman story of all time? What was Alfred’s love life like 20 years ago? And best of all, was it fun? For our Bat-Family: D...

  After an extra week off, The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 17 is live on your favorite platforms. After some news Steph and Theo review the Batman #1 from Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez. What are their thoughts on the issue? Has it changed since their spoiler-free review? They also review Batman and Robin #25, which sees the debut of the Quiet Man. How do they feel about...

  In episode 285 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) take a look at the penultimate arc of Batman: Knightfall, in one of the first times Dick Grayson took the place of Batman! What was this collaboration between Chuck Dixon, Doug Moench, and Alan Grant like with a different central character? Was the juggling good or did some balls drop? And what artist really...

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 16 is live on your favorite platforms. After some news Steph and Theo review the monumental Detective Comics #1100 from Tom Taylor, Mikel Janín, and a host of other creators. What are their thoughts on the issue, and how does it compare to the other milestone issues such as Detective Comics #1000 or #1027? Listen in and find out. After tha...

Episode 60 of the TBU Specials provide a spoiler-free review of the new run from Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez     In TBU Specials Episode 60, the Three Amigos (Steph, Ian, and Theo) reunite to discuss the relaunch of Batman. They provide a spoiler-free review of issues #1 and #2 of the new run from writer Matt Fraction and artist Jorge Jimenez.     Find More at TheBatmanUniv...

  In episode 284 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) finish the second half of Matt Fraction (and artists David Aja, Annie Wu, Francesco Francavilla, and Javier Pullido, etc) on Hawkeye in preparation for Matt Fraction taking over the main Batman book with artist Jorge Jimenez in September! How did it all end? How does it compare to some other Hawkeye stories?...

  The big Sunday scaries! In this quick episode before school begins again, I review Batgirl 68-70 (2005-2006), Batgirl vol. 6 #10, and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #24. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 263 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 15 is live on your favorite platforms. After some news Theo review Batman and Robin #24 — the finale of the Memento arc. What are their thoughts on the issue and the overall arc. Is Theo feeling better about PKJ’s run. After that, they have fun with Greater Gotham.   Books Covered In Season 17 Episode 15 Batman and Robin #24 Gre...

  In episode 283 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) take a look at the first half of Matt Fraction (and artists David Aja, Francesco Francavilla, Steve Lieber, and Javier Pullido, etc) on Hawkeye! Why Hawkeye? Because in just one month, Matt Fraction is taking over the main Batman book with artist Jorge Jimenez, and we want to know what we’re likely to g...

  After speaking briefly on my time in Cape Cod and at a “Latin Camp,” I review Birds of Prey #91 (2006), Batgirl vol. 6 #9, and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #23. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut, my “anime” watchlist, and literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 262 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 14 is live on your favorite platforms. After some news Theo gives some brief thoughts on his experience watching James Gunn’s Superman earlier in the week. Next, we get in our reviews. Steph and Theo do a full review of only one issue – Batman and Robin #23 . After that, they have fun with Greater Gotham. We regret to inform yo...