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  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...

  In episode 282 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) review the brand new Superman film starring David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan! What did we think? Should you go see it? (Yes!) And what was our favorite part! For our Bat-Family: What do YOU think about Superman (2025)? Drop us a line at  TBU@TheBatmanUniverse.net .   As always, if you like this episode, p...

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 13 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...

  In episode 281 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) review DC’s three Retroactive Comics published in 2011 for Batman – the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s! By legendary writers Len Wein, Mike Barr, and Alan Grant, and including art by the stellar Norm Breyfogle, these three books looked back at DC’s history just before the n52 wiped it away for five...

  After briefly speaking on my summer thus far, I review Birds of Prey #87-90 from 2006. After the break, I talk about Batgirl vol. 6 #8 and give a full review of Birds of Prey vol. 5 #22. Ready yourselves for a wild Stella’s Dungeon of Smut! My anime watchlist and literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 261 appeared first on The Batman Universe .

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 12 is live on on your favorite platforms. After some news, Steph and Theo review only one issue – Detective Comics #1098. After that, they have fun with Greater Gotham. As we inch closer to Detective Comics #1100, are you feeling better or worse about the Tom Taylor run on the long running series? Is the group Elixir a decent additio...

  In episode 280 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) review two comics in which Batman explores the mysteries of Ancient Egypt! The Elseworlds tale by Doug Moench and Barry Kitson – Batman: Book of the Dead pairs well with The Ankh by Chuck Dixon and John Van Fleet! What is it like when Batman finds mummies and ancient tombs and curses? And is there a sur...

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 11 is live on on your favorite platforms. After some news, Steph and Theo review only one issue – Batman and Robin #22. After that, they have fun with Greater Gotham. What are your thoughts on Phillip Kennedy Johnson’s run on Batman and Robin? Are you enjoying it? How do you compare it to other runs? How do think our hosts feel...

  In episode 279 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) review the Batman: Knightfall 3 hour radio drama by Dirk Maggs for the BBC! What is it? When did it happen? Is it worth listening to? For our Bat-Family: Is there any part of the Knightfall comics arc that you think really should be deleted in an adaptation? Drop us a line at  TBU@TheBatmanUniverse.net .   As...

  The Batman Universe Comic Podcast Season 17 Episode 10 is live on on your favorite platforms. After some news, Steph and Theo review only one issue. Unfortunately, that title is Batman #160. After that, they have fun with Greater Gotham. How do you feel about Hush 2? Are you enjoying it? What about the news that it is being delayed? How do think our hosts feel? Listen in and find out. Books...

  In episode 278 of The Batman Universe Podcast, Ian (@ibmmiller) and BJ (@bjshea33) review four comics in which Batman and the King Arthur mythos collide! From 1946, Batman #36, World’s Finest #162 (1966), Batman: Dark Knight of the Round Table #1-2 (Elseworld) (1998), and ending with Batman: The Chalice (1999)! Which of these tales of knights and magic would we recommend? For our Bat-Family...

  After a brief celebration for getting my first Buffalo Bills ticket, I review Batgirl #66-67 and Birds of Prey #86, all from 2005. After the break, I review Batgirl vol. 6 #7 and Birds of Prey vol. 5 #21. Stella’s Dungeon of Smut and my literature recommendations also appear. The post Episode 260 appeared first on The Batman Universe .