190 episodes

A podcast exploring the Dark Knight Library.

The Batman Book Club Ryan Lower

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    • 4.8 • 71 Ratings

A podcast exploring the Dark Knight Library.

    Episode 190: Batman in February

    Episode 190: Batman in February

    In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a discussion on the new Batman comics released in February.
    Hear us review:
    -The Joker: Year One arc that was released in the Batman title
    -How Black Label Batman continues its hot streak with the finale of Christian Ward's "City of Madness"
    -If World's Finest stuck the landing in its revisit to Kingdom Come
    Plus, our favorite issue of the month, and a listener question!
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    Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake.
    Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Episode 189: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight w/ Matthew Manning

    Episode 189: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight w/ Matthew Manning

    In this episode, writer Matthew Manning returns to the show to discuss his latest Batman book, The Multiverse of the Dark Knight.
    We discuss:
    -The origins of the book
    -Some of the deep pulls included
    -Batman comic adventures of our youth
    and more!
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    Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake.
    Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Episode 188: Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker

    Episode 188: Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker

    If the title doesn't seem familiar, you know the cover.
    Jay Yaws returns to the show to talk the story found inside Batman #321, Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker.
    Hear us discuss:
    -Len Wein's classic, fun story
    -The great characterizations of everyone included
    -How this feels like an episode of Batman: The Animated Series
    -The iconic cover
    And more!
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    Follow Jay on X: @JaYaws.
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    Support the Show with Merchandise from TeePublic.
    Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake.
    Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Episode 187: Year Two

    Episode 187: Year Two

    In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to discuss the infamous 1987 comic book story, Batman: Year Two.
    Hear us discuss:
    - The changing of the artists
    - Its impression on Mask of the Phantasm
    - Fearing the reaper
    - Batman working with Joe Chill
    - Batman using a gun
    And more!
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    Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake.
    Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

    • 1 hr 28 min
    Episode 186: Batman in January

    Episode 186: Batman in January

    In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a recap of the new Batman comics released in January.
    Hear us discuss:
    -Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comics
    -The return of The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries
    -The Kingdom Come sequel playing out in World's Finest
    -The final chapter of “The Winning Card" from Tom King and Mitch Gerads
    Plus: our favorite issues of the month!
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    Follow Peter on X: @PeteIllustrated.
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    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.

    • 56 min
    Episode 185: Penguin Triumphant

    Episode 185: Penguin Triumphant

    In this episode, Justin Kowalski returns with top hat and an umbrella to talk about Oswald Cobblepot in the story Penguin Triumphant.
    Here us chat about:
    -90s villain one-shots
    -Burgess Meredith
    -Danny DeVito
    -Norm Breyfogle
    and more!
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    Follow Justin on X: @JustinMKowalski.
    Follow The Batman Book Club on Instagram: @thebatmanbc.
    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.

    • 1 hr 10 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
71 Ratings

71 Ratings

CoolNickyB ,

Perfect for the new Batman comic reader

I grew up obsessed with the animated series, movies, and Arkham video games. I needed something to do during the ✨pandemy✨and picked up year one after I stumbled upon this podcast. This pod is partially to blame for the absurd amount of money I have spent on floppys and trades after nearly 25 years of not having a comic collecting hobby. This pod is seriously that good. Since then, I have worked through the Batman mythos and listened to Ryan and the gang break down the stories that have inspired all of the on screen versions that I fell in love with years ago. TBBC is an excellent companion to suggested reading orders from Reddit/the interwebs. 10/10

Slohcin33 ,

Perfect reading guide for all things Batman

This podcast got me into actually reading comics after being a huge Batman animated series and movie fan. Have followed along and read every book covered after having barely read anything before. Highly recommend.

bat britt ,

Perfect for all Batman fans and a great intro to comic books

Im a huge superhero fan but had really only watched movies and shows, this podcast got me to read my first comic, Ryan’s favorite: The Long Halloween, and I fell right in love. I’ve listened to every single episode and listen to each new one that comes out. I can’t recommend this show enough, Ryan Lower does an amazing job and all his guest stars are wonderful.

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