The Bat-Radia

Ep. 23: Whatever, Dick

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 06:06:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes start their second year off with puns, and lots of 'em. Current books reviewed: Red Robin 8, Streets of Gotham 8, Batgirl 6, and Batman 695. In the Casefile: Batman 247-8 and Detective Comics 428-9. Which movies would be better with Bat-Villains replacing the actors? How often can Jonathan sidetrack the show? Can Batman defeat Magneto? Can you find the hidden Sopranos reference? All this and more will be revealed!

The band o' the week is Journey, with their Greatest Hits.

The Black Casefile 2: Batman's Great Mystery, Pt.1

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 09:20:00 GMT

The Black Casefile 2: Batman's Great Mystery, part 1 of 11. From The Adventures of Superman radio show.

Ep. 22: Are You Not Entertained?!

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:41:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes celebrate their first year broadcasting the radia by calling some people to chat! They review every Bat-book from December (Red Robin 7, Detective Comics 860, Batman 694, Gotham City Sirens 7, Streets of Gotham 7, Batgirl 5), Batman 245-6, and Detective Comics 426-7; and in Beat Down by Batman, Batman takes on Iron Man. Along the way, they settle once and for all the lion vs. tiger debate, continue last episode's conversation about Top Gun, bore Jonathan with plenty of college football talk, and discuss Rob's odyssey to Texas.

The band o' the week is the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, with their album Fever to Tell.

Thanks for listening over the last year or so, we really appreciate it. Here's to another!

Our intrepid heroes celebrate their first year broadcasting the radia by calling some people to chat! They review every Bat-book from December (Red Robin 7, Detective Comics 860, Batman 694, Gotham City Sirens 7, Streets of Gotham 7, Batgirl 5), Batman 245-6, and Detective Comics 426-7; and in Beat Down by Batman, Batman takes on Iron Man. Along the way, they settle once and for all the lion vs. tiger debate, continue last episode's conversation about Top Gun, bore Jonathan with plenty of college football talk, and discuss Christmas presents and Rob's odyssey to Texas.

The band o' the week is the Yeah Yeah Yeahs, with their album Fever to Tell.

Thanks for listening over the last year or so, we really appreciate it. Here's to another!

The Black Casefile 1

Mon, 4 Jan 2010 20:59:00 GMT

Revisit some of Batman & Robin's strangest adventures in The Black Casefile. From 1966, revisit the origin of the Dynamic Duo, in Power Record's "The Legend of Batman & Robin!"

Ep. 21: You Said It, Daddy-O

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 02:25:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes end the year by buzzing the tower. In the casefile: Batman 243-4 and Detective Comics 424-5. In the current book reviews: Batgirl 4, Detective Comics 859, Gotham City Sirens 6, and Streets of Gotham 6. Batman takes down Dracula once and for all; and the guys review the year. Also discussed: Arkham Asylum 2, painful childhood memories, DC Earth 1, Christmas traditions, and, of course, the Return of Bruce Wayne. And a partridge in a pear tree.

The band (or album, in this case) o' the week is the soundtrack to Top Gun. Don't blame me, it was all Rob.

Special Ed 4: Batman Returns

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 06:01:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes are joined by brave sidekick Chris, aka Snellyboy, to discuss the 1992 cuh-lassic "Batman Returns," directed by Tim Burton and starring Michael Keaton, Michelle Pfeiffer, Danny Devito, and Christopher Walken.

Music from Run DMC's self-titled album.

Bat-Radia Promo

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 17:15:00 GMT

This is a promo for The Bat-Radia. If you have a podcast or some other form of audio thing and wouldn't mind playing it, we'd really appreciate it (and if you do, let us know so we can thank you and/or return the favor!). Otherwise, just think of it as the world's shortest best-of episode.

Ep. 20: Whatsit?

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 06:39:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes try to remember what things are called. Once they give up, they review Batman 241-242 and 693; Gotham City Sirens 5; Red Robin 6; Batman & Robin 6; and Detective Comics 422-423. There's a new segment, Cluemaster's Challenge, where our heroes try to stump each other, and as usual Batman takes on a challenger to the throne, this time Brock Sampson of Venture Bros fame. Also discussed are Blackest (K)Night theories, the DC animated movies, and little league.

The band o' the week is Chingon, with their album Mexican Spaghetti Western.

Ep. 19: On Erom Recnac

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:50:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes make a succesful second go at recording yet another grand episode of Bat-Radia. Featuring: Batman vs. Cancer; a pantload of current issue reviews: Batman 691-692, Batgirl 3, Streets of Gotham 5, Red Robin 5, & Detective Comics 858; and a brand new segment, BATter Up! In the Casefile, they discuss Batman 239-240 and Detective 420-421. Also: laser gates, Jonathan's life of crime, and taking credit for stuff.

The band o' the week is Robert Earl Keen, with his album No. 2 Live Dinner.

Ep. 18: A Question of Hair

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:04:00 GMT

Bat-Radia, now with 3x times the controversy! 3x the music! 3x the laughs! And 3x the hair! Our intrepid heroes find theme songs for various Bat-characters in the Countdown, after discussing Gotham City Sirens 4, Batman & Robin 4-5, Detective Comics 857, and Blackest Night: Batman 3. In the Casefile, they talk about Batman 237 and Detective Comics 417-419. Other topics include Elvis, DC's ridiculous skip-month plans, and hats.

Music from U2's Zooropa.

Ep. 17: Tiny Pumpkin-Headed Monster

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 06:17:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes tackle the tough issues, like "where are Batman's pants?" and "where are that man's criminal charges?" Also pondered are Streets of Gotham 4, Batgirl 2, Red Robin 4, Blackest Night: Batman 2, Detective Comics 415-416, and Batman 235-236. Our heroes Countdown their top 10 Batman covers, Scientology rears its weird and ugly head in Riddle Me This, and Batman single-handedly defeats the recession.

But wait, there's more! The first official Bat-Radia contest is announced!

Music by the Gin Blossoms.

Ep. 16: Sexy Disco Hot

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 15:11:00 GMT

There is dissension amongst our intrepid heroes as they discuss the books this week, particularly Batman 690 and Detective Comics 856. Other books discussed include Batman & Robin 3, Gotham City Sirens 3, Detective Comics 413-414, and Batman 234 (finally, a real villain!). In The Countdown, Batman is sent globe-hopping; and Sandman is the next contestant on Beat Down by Batman. And don't miss (how could you?) our bevy of special guests!

This episode's music is from The Beatles' The Beatles (aka, The White Album).

Special Ed. 3: Batman: Arkham Asylum

Sun, 6 Sep 2009 17:56:00 GMT

With one intrepid hero missing in action, the other is joined by brave sidekick Jason (aka Jovial1) to review the video game Batman: Arkham Asylum.

Music from Michael BublÃ's album Come Fly With Me.

Special Ed 2: Batman

Sat, 5 Sep 2009 17:56:00 GMT

This podcast needs an enema! Our intrepid heroes are joined by brave sidekick Clees (aka CrazyClees) to discuss the 1989 Tim Burton film Batman, starring Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and Kim Basinger.

Music from Mt. St. Helens Vietnam Band's self-titled album.

Ep. 15: The Mystery of the Naked Batgirl

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:53:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes review a whole pile o' comics in this one. To be specific, Batgirl 1; Red Robin 3; Streets of Gotham 3; Blackest Night: Batman 1; Batman 231-232 and 689; and Detective Comics 411-412. Along the way they confront mysterious waffles, Batgirls stripping, mysterious logic and logic-free mysteries, and more! Also, Batman fights Galactus, devourer of worlds, and they discuss their favorite Elseworlds tales (though Jonathan cheats a bit).

The music this episode is from the Roper album Brace Yourself for the Mediocre.

Ep. 14: She-Man Bat

Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:54:00 GMT

Here you are, dear listener! It's been almost three weeks since our intrepid heroes disappeared, and you took the trail--the trail that finally led you here...to this foreboding episode of The Bat-Radia on the outskirts of the internet! Only one thing bothers you--THIS EPISODE WASN'T HERE LAST WEEK! Listen, between songs from Tegan and Sara's album The Con, as Jonathan and Rob review bone chilling issues of Detective Comics (407-410, 855) and Gotham City Sirens.

But something's not right! All of the most terrifying segments have returned...from the grave! Witness the startling history of Tim Drake! Tremble as Batman matches wits with Jimmy, Mary-Kate, and Ashley Olsen! And stare in horror as unthinkable questions and comments are bandied about! Though nothing can prepare you for the terror of Jonathan breaking into song! The screams won't stop!

Ep. 13: That's What She Said

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 04:43:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes, Hal & Fatality, find that it's just too big (that's what she said) a topic, and spend way too long talking about it. And by it, we mean Blackest Night, DC's crappy trade program, Marvel Man, being trapped on an island with Alan Moore and Garth Ennis, too many Bat-books, and, eventually, Detective Comics 405 & 406; Batman 229, 230, & 688; Streets of Gotham 2; and Red Robin 2. Because we rambled on so long there's no Character Spotlight, Beat Down by Batman, or Riddle Me This this episode. So, you know...sorry.

The music for the episode is from The Judybat's Down in the Shacks Where the Satellite Dishes Grow

Ep. 12: The Sky is Falling

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 03:40:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes persevere through thunderstorms of Biblical proportions to bring you this slightly less than epic episode. Books reviewed are Detective Comics 403, 404, and 854; Batman 226 and 227; Gotham City Sirens 1; and Batman and Robin 2. In The Countdown they talk about stuff they dig that others can't stand, and vice versa. Batman takes on Dark Phoenix and, sort of by accident, The Sentry. Other topics include Wednesday Comics, Archie, Jonathan being an old man, Rob forgetting we put music between segments, and ET.

The music this episode is from Richard Cheese's The Sunny Side of the Moon.

Ep. 11: El Damn

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:32:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes return to form, discussing Heroes Con, Spider-Man villain rip-offs, Jonathan's fear of snakes and sharks, Rob's fear of belly buttons, plus some bonus funny. Also discussed are Batman & Robin #1, Red Robin #1, Streets of Gotham #1, Batman #687; Detective Comics 400-403, Batman 225; the short history of Damien Wayne; and Batman vs. Ambush Bug.

The music is from AC/DC's Live.

Special Ed. 1: Batman the Movie

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:00:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes are joined by brave sidekick Daniel (aka Grayson) to review and discuss 1966's Batman: The Movie, starring Adam West, Burt Ward, Cesar Romero, Burgess Meredith, Frank Gorshin, and Lee Merriwether.

Music this episode from 3 Doors Down's Another 700 Miles

Ep. 10: Extremely Silly

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:22:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes keep it brief, reviewing Batman in Barcelona, Gotham After Midnight 1-10, Detective Comics 398-399, and Batman 222 and 224. They list the 5 creators they'd most like to see write and/or draw Bat-books. In Beat Down by Batman, Bullseye steps to the plate, and our heroes also discuss Bond, guns, Dave Matthews Band, and a host of other things.

The music this episode is from Aerosmith's Honkin' on Bobo.

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Ep. 9: Vas Ist Der Fledermensch

Mon, 25 May 2009 16:54:00 GMT

DC Comics made our intrepid heroes angry. You may not like them when they're angry. Like the Nazi villains of Batman 221, they rage against DC's editorial staff and the lackluster resolutions of Oracle: The Cure and Battle for the Cowl, before reviewing the more fun Batman 220 and Detective Comics 396-397. Inexplicably, Papa Smurf attacks Batman, and we learn the sordid history of everyone's favorite femme fatale, Catwoman. Other topics include skinny-dipping, Lost making Jonathan frustrated, Heroes Con, and breakfast cereals. And don't miss Rob being mugged live!

This episode's music is from the Southern Culture on the Skids album "Dirt Track Date."

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Ep. 8: Batman Does NOT Cry!

Wed, 13 May 2009 05:27:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes finally escape the Golden Age, crashing the Silver Age's party without invitations! To make up for this rudeness they talk about Batman 217 & 219, and Detective Comics 394 & 395. Also, witness the return of In Stores Now!, as they review Battle for the Cowl 2, Oracle: The Cure 1 & 2, and Detective Comics 853. Lobo is the next contender to be Beat Down by Batman, and our heroes argue and discuss such varied topics as paraplegic cheesecake, nuts, Wolverine, letters from the past, and the dumbest comic book gadgets.

This episode's music is from "Blackholes and Revelations," by Muse.

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Ep. 7: Let's Get Dangerous

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 05:25:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes get dangerous, talking about replacing Robin, M*A*S*H*, desserts, the history of Commissionar Gordon, the confusion caused by multiple universes, and how Batman inspired Star Wars. Along the way, they also stop long enough to discuss Detective Comics 351, 356, and 359, and Batman 181, before Darkwing Duck tries, and of course fails, to defeat Batman. My vote for quote of the show: "He already knows how to dress like a pixie."

This episode's music is from Weezer's Red Album.

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Ep. 6: Bruce Ain't No Broke...Fellow

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 05:23:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes pity the fool that destroyed the first recording of this episode. Despite technical malfunctions, we press on and discuss the first appearances of Mr. Freeze, Bat-Mite, Bat-Girl, and Cat-Man, as well as Alfred's death. Then we go over what we consider the essential Batman stories and cast the never-to-happen Dark Knight Returns movie. Also discussed are such varied topics as cross-dressing, video games, cross-dressing, omnibuses, cross-dressing, the new GI Joe cartoon, and, of course, cross-dressing.

This episode's music is from The Red Hot Chili Pepper's "By the Way."

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Ep. 5: Oh, This is Uncomfortable...

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:20:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes continually venture into hazardous waters by making inappropriate jokes, comments, and innuendos about every PC-protected group imaginable. Well, just two, mainly. There's a lot of talk about Dick. Seriously, it's leaning towards uncomfortable.

Eventually they get around to talking about Battle for the Cowl #1; the tragedy that is Batman: Cacophony; Superman 76; Detective Comics 184, 233, and 259; and Batman 92. Inspector Gadget attempts to take down Batman, and fails like so many before him.

This episode's music is from Arcade Fire's "Funeral."

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Ep. 4: Everyone Has a Cornwagon

Wed, 18 Mar 2009 05:17:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes bravely do not talk about Watchmen at all, setting themselves apart from every other comic book podcast in the universe. Instead they discuss and review Birds of Prey 127; Robin 183; Detective Comics 140 and 168; and Batman 59, 62, and 63. Batman prepares us for the coming Zombie Apocalypse, and our heroes go on a quest to find the perfect Girl Scout cookie. Other topics include the fear of heights, silly costumes, Batcave trophies, and why Jonathan hates chocolate.

The music this episode is from Van Halen's "For Unlawful Carnal Knowledge."

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Ep. 3: Seagull Helmet

Mon, 2 Mar 2009 06:11:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes bravely venture further into the Golden Age, discovering the first appearances of such notables as Vicki Vale, Alfred, Tweedeldee and -Dum, and the Mad Hatter. Witness! signs of the Blackest Night to come! Thrill! to our heroes racking their brains over Neil Gaiman's Batman 686! Experience terror! as Batman and Ace take on Snake Eyes and Timber! And more!

Music this episode from the Johnny Cash box set "Unearthed."

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Ep. 2: Papa Spank

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 06:10:00 GMT

Finally getting their act together, sound-wise, our intrepid heroes discuss Batman news from NY Comic Con and go over the suggested reading order for Batman RIP and Final Crisis. Then they despair over the mediocrity of Birds of Prey 126 and discuss Batman 685. In The Casefile they review the first appearances of Joker and Catwoman, Clayface, Penguin, Scarecrow, and Two-Face.

Also covered are the top 5 Bat-Villains, Batman vs. Wolverine, old man pay-per-view wrestling, and cheese. And "conveniently" is said frequently.

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Ep. 1: Orphan, Smoker, Caveman, Guy

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 06:06:00 GMT

Our intrepid heroes battle through failing technology and metaphorical headaches to bring you Episode 1 of The Bat-Radia. (Sound quality improves drastically near 00:07:15; stick with it.)

We discuss Robin 182; Nightwing 152; Detective Comics 852; and nearly have a mental breakdown over Final Crisis 6 & 7. In The Casefile we review Detective Comics 27, 31-33, 36, & 38. We also discuss the history of Batman, how exactly Batman would beat down Deathstroke the Terminator, Klondike Bars, big-boy books, smoking jackets, and more.

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Ep. 0: Gotham's Finest?

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:02:00 GMT

As the Bat-Radia begins transmission, we meet our intrepid heroes and learn of their sordid histories and planned escapades.

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