Brotherhood of Batman

This week Batman sends Dick Grayson and John Paul Valley on missions to retake Blackgate Prison and stop Scratch.  Are they successful?  Do we get a satisfying conclusion to the Scratch story?  Find out as the brothers discuss the return of Socko, convenient gunpowder placement, and JPV's lucious locks.  Thanks for tuning in! We read: Nightwing #35-37 and Azrael #56-57 Next: Harley Quinn One-shot

The brothers are back with a new continuity episode! We have been super busy with life but are still trying to get episodes together. We discuss Tim's return as Robin, Spoiler takes a beating, and Batman continues to be a douche. Thanks for listening! Read: Batman War Games Act 2 Next: Batman War Games Act 3 We have had to stop with the intro songs for now. Spotify flagged the majority of our...

After four years of Ben anxiously waiting, Harley Quinn has joined the podcast continuity!  This week the brothers read the introduction of  Ms. Harleen Quinzel.  We discuss ivy's horse-drawn produce business, Joker's ability to design and build rockets in No Man's Land, and Harley's ever so slight obsession with Mr. J.  Thanks for tuning in. We Read: Harley Quinn (One-shot issue)Next: No Man's La...

Ruh-Roh! Zoinks! Holy Mystery Inc, Batman.  This week the brothers are joined by their old, old, oldest sister Sara for an out of continuity episode featuring the team-up of Batman and Scooby-Doo.  We interview our sister, discuss ascots, and long for more Nancy Drew.  Thanks for tuning in! We read: The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries #1-12 Next: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of the B...

This week the brothers pay tribute to the great Kevin Conroy.  We read his recently published comic in the 2022 DC Pride issue.  We also watched his favorite episode of the Batman the Animated Series, Perchance to Dream.  Thank you for the memories. We Read/Watched: DC Pride 2022-Finding Batman and BTAS- Perchance to Dream Next: Back to No Man's Land: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of th...

We are back to No Man's Land this week as we catch up with Catwoman, Batgirl, and Killer Croc.  We discuss Selena Kyle's round trip to Manhattan, Batgirl needing to find some gas, and Croc wants to be king.  Thanks for tuning in! We Read: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of the Bat #89 Next: Robin #68-70 and Azrael #58

More teenage Superheroes...and Azrael!  This week the brothers (rat)catch up with Robin, JPV, and Leslie Thompkins in No Man's Land.  We discuss maternity superhero cosplay, poop-ice, and Azrael's mommy issues.  Thanks for tuning in! We read: Robin #68-70 and Azrael #58 Next: Detective Comics # 736, Batman #570, Detective Comics #737, Batman #571, and Detective Comics #738

Vote Joker 1999 for president of G̶o̶t̶h̶a̶m̶ No Man's Land!  This week the brothers continue their No Man's Land quest and catch up with Joker, Harley, Bane, and Two-Face.  We discuss Harley's code for dating, Batman's hatred for Gin, and Two-Face shows off his robe.  Thanks for Tuning in! We read: Detective Comics #736, Batman #570, Detective Comics #737, Batman #571, and Detective Comics #738 N...

This week the brothers continue their deep dive into No Man's Land as Ben and Aaron look for a way out.  We discuss Superman's disquise abilities, whether or not Killer Croc wears Crocs with his suit, and Azrael tries to make Batman happy.  Thanks for tuning in! We read: Shadow of the Bat #92, Robin #71-72, Chronicles of Batman #18, Azrael #59, and Catwoman #75 Next: 4th Anniversary Special Next r...

Can you believe the brothers have been doing this nonsense for over four years?  To celebrate, Aaron has put together a few games and an interactive activity that will hopefully have everyone laughing.  Thank you for your continued listening and support.  Hope you enjoy! Next: Batman #572, Detective Comics #739, Legends of the Dark Knight #125, Nightwing #38-39, and Shadow of the Bat #93

Zone 12 Alert!  Players in No Man's Land are moving quickly to try and secure their positons as we move soon to a conclusion.  Two-Face struggles in court to make his case against Gordon, Batman and Jim stop to smell the tomatoes, Babs and Dick share a moment, and we find out who might be behind much of the chaos.  Thanks for listening! Read: Batman #572, Detective Comics #739, Legends of the Dark...

Meesa worried about Gotham!  No Man's Land is about to reach it's conclusion.  This week the brothers continue their dive into the NML storyline.  We discuss Lex's rebuilding efforts, Oracle's roleplaying abilities, and Joker wants some respect.  Thanks for listening! Read: No Man's Land #0, Batman #573, Detective Comics #740, and Azrael #60 Next: Conclusion to No Man's Land!  Legends of the Dark...

Is Ben going to be the Sunshine back into Gotham? Will everything work out well for the heroes and be back to the way it was?  This week the brothers finish the No Man's Land storyline.  We uncover Joker's babyish evil plans, No Man's land act is lifted, and Batman and Gordon seek comfort as the new year rings in.  Thanks for listening! Read: Legends of the Dark Knight #126, Batman #574, Detective...

The brothers have left No Man's Land behind and are taking a psychological dive into the life of Dr. Harleen Quinzel.  We discuss revving up motorcycles, whether or not piranhas can smile, and Aaron shares some artwork.  Thanks for listening! Read: Batman: Mad Love Next: Harleen

This week the brothers further explore the decent into madness of Dr. Quinzel by reading the DC Black Label story Harleen.  We discuss the talents of Stjepan Sejic, Harvey and Harley's choices, and Killer Croc's insatiable appetite.  Thanks for listening. Read: Harleen (DC Black Label) Next: Young Justice #15-19 and Sins of the Youth #1

Kids? Teenagers? Adults?  Heroes?  Who knows!  Ben makes his brothers, and special guest Sarah, read Young Justice-Sins of the Youth.  We discuss MANY different "Superheroes", Stargirl and Starwoman, and Bum Bum Bum some Witchboy.  Thanks for tuning in! Read: Young Justice #15-19 and Sins of the Youth #1.  All can be found in the collected Volumes 2 and 3 of Young Justice. Next: Continue in Volume...

Ben continues to torture his bros with more angsty kids, teens, and stupid adults.  The brothers, and special guest Sarah, read the second half of the Sins of Youth story.  We discuss lip reading, Flavor-aid, and poor Herman who is just trying to do his job.  Thanks for listening! Read: Continue in Volumes 2 and 3 of Young Justice (Superboy #74; Crisis on Infantile Earths; Sins of Youth JLA Jr. #1...

OGs and DeeZees? Snake-people, Werewolves, Vampires? Gordon running the roads?  This week the brothers read Batman - Evolutions.  New Gotham is up and running and Mobsters are vying for their piece.  We discuss Looney Toons, Ben's love for gangsters and whisperers, and Ras is up to some devious reptilian schenanigans.  Thanks for listening! Read: Batman - Evolutions (Detective Comics #742-750)Next...

It is always good to have contingency plans in case superheroes go rogue, right? Right..? This week the brothers read Tower of Babel. We discuss low-cut mens clothing, aquaphobia, and Talia stands by her man(men?). Thanks for listening! Read: JLA-Tower of Babel Next: Emperor Joker

Goodbye! This Bizarro #1 best book. This week the brothers explore what would happen if The Joker became omnipotent. We discuss 5th dimension Imps that made some mistakes, Lois and her wigs, and Superman takes one for the good of all. Thanks for listening! Read: Superman: Emperor JokerNext: Batgirl: Silent Running

The newest member of the Bat-family uses instinct to remain silent. Or does she? This week the brothers find out more about the origins of Cassandra Cain and how she fits in with the other members of the Bat-family. We discuss the OG Batgirl and her support for Cassandra, Cassandra grapples with the tough concepts of pencil and window, and Batman is his usual supportive self. Thanks for listening!...

What is the greatest Bat gadget of them all? Argue along with the brothers as we rank 10 iconic Batman related items on their practicality/usefullness, their coolness, and how Batman-esque they truly are. How would you rank the gadgets? Thanks for listening! Next: Huntress - Cry for Blood

The brothers are back after a month long summer break filled with birthdays, work, vacations, and more crap. The brothers spend most of this episode discussing nonsense and a few minutes talking about Catwoman. We discuss going to the movies, Lego, and a little bit abour Catwoman and Batman. Thanks for listening. Read: Catwoman: Selina's Big Score & Catwoman: The Dark End of the Street Next: B...

This week the brothers read the first 6 issues of Batman: Hush. Jake's stalling tactics have run out and Ben is excited! We discuss Lee and Williams art, Bruce reunites with an old friend, and the toybox is open for play. Thanks for listening. Read: Hush Part 1 - Batman #608-613 Next: Hush Part 2 - Batman #613-619

Old Superheroes return! The brothers have moved out of continuity to explore the greater DC and comic universe. Jake kicks off the new chapter of this podcast with one of his favorite books, Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross. We discuss Ross's art style, Superman's barber skills, and Bruce's exoskeleton. Thanks for listening! Read: Kingdom Come Next: Ben's Choice - Supergirl: Many Happy Retu...