Podcasts about ghul

In this presentation, Tabriz Gasimov revisits the meaning of ghulāt through hadith literature, tracing it to the concept of "lie" (kadhib) — understood as betraying a trust or disclosing confidential teachings — rather than divinization alone. He shows how this reframing suggests some narrators dismissed as ghulāt may in fact be reliable, with implications for re-evaluating core Shi'i doctrines on Tawḥīd and Imamate.

In this presentation, Ammaar Muslim turns to the biographical work Rijāl al-Kashshī as an underused source for studying the early ghulāt, focusing on the contested profile of the Kufan narrator Mufaḍḍal b. ʿUmar al-Juʿfī. Reading the competing reports as polemical literary creations rather than historical record, he shows what they reveal about early ghulāt attitudes toward antinomianism and the true status of the Imams.

In this presentation, Mohsen Kadivar distinguishes rubūbī ghuluww (attributing lordship to the Imams) from tafwīḍī ghuluww (attributing supra-human but non-divine status), tracing how the latter — though initially contested by the Imams' own companions — gradually became mainstream Imami theology from the fourth century onward, sidelining its early opponents.

In this presentation, Hossein Barati and Sobhan Ranjbarzadeh trace how various ghulāt sects appropriated Jesus's ascension and extraordinary attributes to legitimize claims about ʿAlī, Ḥusayn, and the Hidden Imam. They show how Shi'i Imams and later Qom theologians responded directly to these Christological analogies in shaping mainstream doctrine.

In this presentation, Mohamed Enab shifts the study of ghulāt currents from hadith and polemic to material culture, reading Yemeni mosques and inscriptions from the Ṣulayḥīd and Qāsimī periods as a visual archive of Shi'i esoteric authority. He shows how architecture became a site where reverence, legitimacy, and accusations of religious excess were negotiated.

In this presentation, Wissam H. Halawi situates Druze doctrine within the long-running tension between esoteric knowledge and legal normativity in early Shi'ism. Rather than a radical break, he argues the Druze intensify existing ghulāt dynamics — hierarchical knowledge, a divinized guiding figure, and the suspension of exoteric law — reframing them as a distinct legal school.

In this presentation, Peyman Ünügür Tekin combines classical rijāl criticism with computational analysis to trace narrations transmitted by ghulāt-affiliated narrators in al-Kulaynī's al-Kāfī. She asks whether their presence reflects incidental infiltration or a deliberate transmission strategy concentrated on particular doctrinal themes.

In this presentation, Ayşe Uzun traces how the term ghulāt functioned in Sunni tafsīr — originally a broad marker of "excessiveness" applied well beyond Shi'ism, before narrowing and intensifying in 20th-century works like Tafsīr al-Manār. She shows how this shift reflects changing sectarian, political, and ethical concerns rather than a purely doctrinal one.

In this presentation, Abdullah Ansar and Mohammad Al Mosawi trace a docetic Imamology within early Ghulāt literature — the idea that the Imām, as a timeless theophany, never truly dies, with death serving only as a veil over an enduring divine reality. Drawing parallels to early Christian Gnostic docetism, they show how these motifs were later reshaped into more familiar Twelver concepts, including the Hidden Imām.

In this presentation, Mohammad Khalil Tarraf critically examines the esoteric (bāṭinī) interpretive method attributed to Jābir ibn Yazīd al-Juʿfī, questioning its coherence against established linguistic and contextual frameworks of exegesis. He explores how the concepts of ẓāhir and bāṭin were used to construct alternative layers of Qur'ānic meaning within early ghulāt-linked tradition.

In this presentation, Iqbal Akhtar traces how allegations of Abd Allah ibn Saba's Jewish origins became a recurring polemical device in Sunni and Shi'i heresiography, used to cast early esoteric Shi'i currents as foreign infiltration rather than internal doctrinal development. He shows how this narrative served to police the boundaries of orthodoxy while embedding deeper anxieties about religious purity and conversion.

In this presentation, Mushegh Asatryan examines Kitāb al-Ṣirāṭ, a rare ghulāt text that engages directly with the surrounding world rather than staying purely cosmological. He unpacks its polemics against the Caliphate, mainstream Imami Shi'ism, and Abbasid "exoteric" scholarship, situating the ghulāt's esoteric epistemology within the wider intellectual landscape of their time.

In this presentation, Shaykh Arif Abdul Hussain examines how doctrines now central to mainstream Shi'i theology and piety — such as wilāya takwīniyya, the Imams' knowledge of the unseen, and tawassul — sit within a broader Qur'ānic definition of ghuluww. He traces this to an inconsistency in how verification standards are applied across different genres of Imāmī literature, and argues that applying the Imams' own criteria consistently exposes these ghulūw-adjacent idioms.

On this episode, we kick off a two-part miniseries, Dark August Knights! That's right, we're focusing on Batman and Batman-adjacent stories during the month of August! And first up is the introduction of the Dark Knight's iconic villain Ra's al Ghul – as seen in 1971's Batman #232 and 1972's Batman #243-244, by the titanic team of Denny O'Neil and Neal Adams, published by DC Comics! After Robin the College-Aged Boy Wonder is kidnapped, Batman is visited by the mysterious Ra's al Ghul, whose daughter, Talia, has also been abducted! The trail takes the World's Greatest Crime-Fighter and his enigmatic new acquaintance to Calcutta and the Himalayas, where a showdown with the lethal Brotherhood of the Demon awaits! Later, the Dark Knight Detective and a team of allies travels to the Swiss Alps to take down this international crime lord – who turns out to be immortal! Can Batman defeat the Head of the Demon in a desert duel to the death? And can this trio of tales infiltrate that mountaintop lair of villainy known as … The Comics Canon? Also in This Episode: Batman, International Man of Mystery Sit, Ubu, sit! The Caped Crusader's implausible detecting skills Spider-Man: Brand New Day Dungeon Crawler Carl, narrated by Jeff Hays Taking work from cat actors Join us in two weeks as we wrap up Dark August Knights with a look at Gotham Central #1-5! Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoIn JLA issues 43-46 Mark Waid and Howard Porter tell a Justice League of America/Batman centric story that dares to reveal one of comic's most severe and disturbing stories of betrayal. The Batman has hidden from his JLA colleagues his secret protocols: devious and cruel methods that would take down each and everyone of them in the event they should go rogue! With "friends" like that..."  Join your Hosts James, Chris and Joe for a scary look inside thehead of the man who is prepared for everything--except perhaps trusting the people he goes to war with. Both James and Chris, relative newcomers to the annals of The Batman when this story came out, remember this it as shocking and earthshaking. Joe was shocked because this tale was so far afield from the camp era Batman he discovered in his childhood. At the time this story hit comic shops in the spring of 2000, most "batmaniacs" were praising The Batman for his brutal and calculating ways! But were they, and your Mint crew, taken in by the histrionics of The Dark Knight, and thus did they subsequently miss the whole point of this story--BETRAYAL!   When the villainous Ra's al Ghul gets possession of these plans,the entire world faces extinction because one obsessed man--abrilliant tactician--could not foresee his "wisdom" being used against him and his friends  The guys take all this into account and even delve into the mind of this tormented loner, and ask the BIG question: Does The Batman have friends?Does he even need friends to carry on his crusade against evil?  As the story progresses, both the JLA members and the planet Earth fight for existence. Naturally a resolution that saves the day is reached, but where does the now exposed Batman stand on terms with colleagues? If you have already read this monumental story, there is a vote to determine if The Batman remains a member of the JLA, if not, some of the yay and nay votes may surprise you, as well as the outcome.   And then there's the bigger question of the future ripplingramifications this story had on The Batman since itspublication.Hopefully after you have listened to this very sober and solemn podcast (Oh, don't worry it's still a fun listen.) wedefinitely would like to hear your thoughts on The Batman's great betrayal. Brilliance, intelligence and tenacity are great qualities to utilize when taking on evil, but a trusted friend at your side is the ultimate asset to winning the day.

On this episode, in true Comics Canon fashion, we look ahead to the July 30 release of Spider-Man: Brand New Day with a discussion of (what else?) a pair of classic battles between the Hulk and Wolverine, natch! First up are "And the Wind Howls … Wendigo!" and "And Now … the Wolverine!" from 1974's Incredible Hulk #180-181, featuring the debut of the first and greatest Canadian superhero! Then we jump ahead 13 years to 1987's "Vicious Circle" from Incredible Hulk #340, for a rematch between a very different Hulk and a very different Wolverine, in perhaps the most 1990s comic of the 1980s! Will Marie Cartier succeed in her plan to turn the Hulk into the Wendigo? (And how would that work, exactly?) Can Wolvie be the better man and avoid a knock-down, drag-out fight with a very irate Gray Hulk? And which of our combatants will emerge victorious from that Brawl to Settle It All known as … The Comics Canon? Also in This Episode: Where's our Wendigo movie? Bobcat Goldthwait and Deadpool He's the best there is at what he does … and it's not what you think X-Men 97 Season 2 The Odyssey Incredible Hulk #182: Between Hammer and Anvil! Triptych by Karin Slaughter Join us in two weeks as we kick off a month of Batman-related tales with a look at the Caped Crusader's first run-in with Ra's al Ghul in Batman issues 232-234! Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

Ra's al Ghul and the members of his family are important figures in the Bat mythos, whether they are related just to Ra's or to Batman himself. This week, Matt McThorn is back to talk about some stories involving the House of al Ghul. We start with Greg Rucka's tale of a post No Man's Land Gotham where Ra's makes a play to (once again) bring the city down, follow it up with a story of a Dark Multiverse world ruled by the Empire of Shadows and the al Ghuls and end with a quirky, and beautifully drawn, one off story of Damian's birthday with his grandpa. Evolution (Detective Comics V.1 # 743-746, 750) Empire of Shadows (Batman/Superman: The Authority Special # 1) Happy Birthday, Damian (Truth & Justice # 6) Check out our current ranking list at www.comicsxf.com/batchat-rankings/ Thanks to Geri Nonnewitz for our podcast logo Support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/batchatwithmattandwill

Si en capítulo anterior hablamos de los mentores que te hubiera gustado tener, hoy vienen a visitarnos LOS QUE TAMBIÉN TE GUSTARÍA TENER. La ficción está llena de héroes con grandes maestros. Pero los villanos tienen algo mucho más interesante: alguien que los rompió, los manipuló o les enseñó a mirar el mundo de otra manera. En este episodio analizamos a los mentores que moldearon monstruos. Los que enseñaron odio, ambición, nihilismo o poder. Palpatine, Ra's al Ghul, Magneto o Hannibal Lecter. Intentaremos responder a la gran pregunta: ¿el villano nace... o alguien le enseña a serlo? Con Mon Suárez. Y los memes de @diamocasin. Con El Selenita a cargo de la creatividad digital. Y el Dictador Supremo Frikimalismo se meterá con vosotros por ver esta maravilla de programa y para recordaros que hay que mandar MX Dollars. Haz eso que no haces nunca de darle la LIKE y SUSCRIBIRTE. Twitter: @frikimalismofm Instagram: @frikimalismofm

Host Anthony Desiato and guest Rob O'Connor (All Star Superfan Podcast) shine a light on the 2005 film BATMAN BEGINS, directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Christian Bale, which made an outsized impact on the character and superhero movie genre. They discuss how the film shaped them as younger Batman fans; the scope of the origin story told — well beyond the typical moment of Bruce with his slain parents in the alley; key themes of fear & falling; direct comic book influences on Nolan, including the relatively obscure short story "The Man Who Falls" from 1989; and the choice & utilization of Ra's al Ghul & Scarecrow as the primary antagonists.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato!Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next order of comics supplies.Join the conversation on the social media channels for parent podcast Digging for Kryptonite:FACEBOOK GROUP: Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan GroupFACEBOOK PAGE: @diggingforkryptonitepodINSTAGRAM: @diggingforkryptonitepodTWITTER: @diggingforkrpodBLUESKY: @diggingforkrpod.bsky.socialEMAIL: flatsquirrelproductions@gmail.comWEBSITE: FlatSquirrelProductions.comLighting the Bat-Signal is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Isaiah Simmons. Theme music by Kill Me Kate.Mentioned in this episode:Aw Yeah ComicsFat Moose ComicsDrunken AvengerAlways Hold On To Smallville

Jace and Rocky break down the DC books for the week of May 6, 2026, with Absolute Superman #19 delivering massive action as Superman, Steel, Lois, Talia, Ra's al Ghul, and King Shazam collide; Absolute Green Lantern #14 diving deeper into the Absolute spectrum mythology with Jo Mullein and Tomar-Re; Poison Ivy #44 continuing Pamela Isley's dangerous rise as mayor of Gotham while Batman gives her a chance to walk away; Batman #9 setting the next stage of Matt Fraction's run with Barbara Gordon's capture, Vandal Savage's pressure campaign, and the destruction of Wayne Manor; Batgirl #19 wrapping Cassandra Cain's blood-curse arc while expanding DC's martial arts mythology; Batman/Static Beyond #6 closing out its team-up story with Shutdown and the cosmic Cooperative; JSA #19 focusing on the Spectre, Kid Eternity, and the younger generation of the team; Adventures of Superman: Book of El #8 continuing Philip Kennedy Johnson's larger Superman mythology; and Tales of the Green Lantern Corps: Guy Gardner #1 revisiting Guy Gardner and the Manhunters. They also briefly touch on DC vs. Sonic the Hedgehog, run through this week's reprints, facsimiles, and collected editions, rank every book, and each host gives a Book of the Week pick.

Episode #578! Batman, Ra's al Ghul, The Shadow and The Avengers! Scott has been telling us about the Sanctum Books reprints of The Shadow. This week he has news about his quest to obtain all the volumes. Batman: Tales of the Demon features the earliest meetings of Batman and Ra's al Ghul. Batman: The Demon Trilogy combines three early Batman graphic novels into one volume. DL brings both to this episode. Also this week, DL brings the overly wordy Busiek and Perez Avengers omnibus vol.1 to the table. Check it out!

Jace of The Comic Source is joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! for this week's DC Spotlight as they break down a lighter but still varied week of DC releases. Batman/Superman: World's Finest #50 gets discussed for its Dr. Destiny dream story, Superman's dream Supermobile, and a backup featuring Robin, Supergirl, Batgirl and Jimmy Olsen in a rivalry-fueled mystery. Batman/Static Beyond #5 continues to build around older Static mentoring a younger Batman Beyond while Failsafe and the larger Q-energy conflict move the story forward. Adventures of Superman: Book of El #7 delivers another dense chapter in the House of El saga with Otho-Ra, the future descendants of Superman and the larger science fiction mythology continuing to expand. Batman #8 is a slower setup issue centered on Bruce Wayne's conversation with Alan Scott, the threat of Vandal Savage, and Gotham's mayor Poison Ivy turning the city against Batman and Robin. Absolute Superman #18 stands out with Lois Lane confronting Talia al Ghul over her father's death, Ra's al Ghul showing the effect Superman has had on him, and the issue introducing Absolute versions of John Henry Irons and King Shazam while also hinting at the Phantom Stranger. Poison Ivy #43 continues G. Willow Wilson's character-driven run with Pamela Isley using her position as mayor to go after Gotham's corruption, while also advancing the fallout with Harley Quinn, Janet from HR and the consequences of Bob Venus. Bizarro: Year None #1 offers a different take on Bizarro through a Jimmy Olsen and Perry White focused story that sends them to Bizarro World, with the Daily Planet itself playing into that world's creation. JSA #18 wraps up the Year One material while also including more of the Search for the Spectre backup and its focus on the newer generation of Justice Society characters. Mad About DC #1 serves as a full Mad Magazine-style send-up of DC characters, creators and fandom with multiple standout gags and a tone both hosts found genuinely funny. Batgirl #18 leans deeper into the Spirit World mythology, Cassandra Cain's growing connection to the Wu clan, and the question of whether Lady Shiva is capable of redemption. The episode also includes a rundown of the week's collected editions along with rankings for the books discussed and selections for Book of the Week.

Our hosts return to the Podcave and head back to Metropolis for the final crossover episode of Superman: The Animated Series, “The Demon Reborn.” Alex and Will break down Ra's al Ghul's one and only appearance in this art style, and how his plan to become “Super Ra's” feels strikingly similar to the ending of Arkham Asylum.Along the way, they spot early hints of the Justice League forming, speculate on future team-ups, and question Batman's sudden switch to some very long bat ears.Plus, the Society of Shadows become fans of the Ninja Turtles and throw a massive pizza party, Lois Lane gives Batman the ick, and Bra al Ghul wants you to invest in his diet and fitness routine. Tip Jar: https://buymeacoffee.com/batmantaspod ThreadHeads 20% Off: https://www.threadheads.com/BATMANTASPOD87466Buy Our Merch: https://www.bleakworld.store/category/btas-podcast-collaborationOutbreaks Issue 4 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/speechcomics/outbreaks-1-4-an-ongoing-zombie-anthology-seriesMobster Mash 1-2 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/speechcomics/mobster-mash-1-2-classic-movie-monsters-as-mobsters Join Our Discord - https://discord.com/invite/bQF76V3nUs TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.tiktok.com/@batmantaspod?_t=8zn1yhsgnfz&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.youtube.com/@batmantaspod Follow the Pod on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/batmantaspod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Pod on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/BatmanTASPod Follow the Pod on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://twitter.com/batmantaspod1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Will's Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.patreon.com/willrobson Speech Comics Website⁠ - https://www.speechcomics.com/ Will's WhatNot Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.whatnot.com/user/speechcomics

Batman shows up to visit his various ex-girlfriends while Superman falls victim to magic electricity on the latest episode of Superman TAS! Join us as we discuss...Lanterns and what fans can expect from us after we wrap up Superman!Figuring out Superman's chinese take-out order!Taking issue with Batman's opinion of Superman's intelligence!Trying to figure out why they even bothered with another Ra's al Ghul storyline!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Follow Willie Simpson on Bluesky and please join our Facebook Group! Last but not least, if you want to support the show, you can Buy Us a Coffee as well! 

Our hosts return to the podcave to review “Animal Act," a very average episode of TNBA.Alex and Will dig into why this marks the final DCAU appearance of the Mad Hatter, and celebrate just how perfect Roddy McDowell was in the role. They discuss Hatter's ever-evolving mind-control tech and his simple desire to just watch the people of Gotham smash. Meanwhile, Dick Grayson revisits his circus roots, reflects on his old life, and endures the ultimate insult—being called fat by the Fat Lady. Our hosts also touch on Batman's absolute refusal to admit when someone sneaks up on him, Dick's inexplicable love for Japan (despite never having been), and the crucial revelation that Mad Hatter and Ra's al Ghul are now locked in a fierce rivalry on the amateur rap battle circuit.Tip Jar: https://buymeacoffee.com/batmantaspod ThreadHeads 20% Off: https://www.threadheads.com/BATMANTASPOD87466Buy Our Merch: https://www.bleakworld.store/category/btas-podcast-collaborationOutbreaks Issue 4 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/speechcomics/outbreaks-1-4-an-ongoing-zombie-anthology-seriesMobster Mash 1-2 Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/speechcomics/mobster-mash-1-2-classic-movie-monsters-as-mobsters Join Our Discord - https://discord.com/invite/bQF76V3nUs TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.tiktok.com/@batmantaspod?_t=8zn1yhsgnfz&_r=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.youtube.com/@batmantaspod Follow the Pod on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.instagram.com/batmantaspod/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the Pod on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.facebook.com/BatmanTASPod Follow the Pod on Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://twitter.com/batmantaspod1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Will's Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.patreon.com/willrobson Speech Comics Website⁠ - https://www.speechcomics.com/ Will's WhatNot Page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.whatnot.com/user/speechcomics

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Batman needed a new beginning — and in 2005, he got one.On this episode of Moving Panels, Laramy is joined by Tim Williams and Blake Fowler to break down Batman Begins, the film that redefined what a Batman movie — and a superhero origin — could be.We talk about the deliberate decision to delay Bruce Wayne becoming Batman, the influence of Year One and The Man Who Falls, and why fear is the central theme holding the entire movie together. From the League of Shadows and the Ra's al Ghul misdirection, to Scarecrow as a psychological weapon rather than a final boss, to the importance of characters like Carmine Falcone and Lucius Fox, this episode explores how Batman Begins earns its mythology instead of rushing it.We also discuss Thomas Wayne, Rachel Dawes' view of Bruce's true identity, the destruction of Wayne Manor, and why Gotham itself feels like a system that needs confronting — not just a city that needs saving.Is Batman Begins still the gold standard for superhero origin stories?There's only one way to find out.

The Creeper is a weird character. He's a guy with yellow skin, a green and black banana hammock, and a red fur boa. That's a heck of a look. He's also a good guy that most think is a bad guy. And sometimes he hangs out in Gotham City. That's a lot on a character who DC has tried to get over no less than four times with their own series that has never taken off. But because he's a sometimes Gotham character, we can cover stories where he interacts with the Bat family (this is entirely an excuse because Matt recently got a comic with Batman and the Creeper and wanted an excuse to read it). We see him and Batman fight a bug-man, team up with Joker and get involved with Batman in a complicated plot involving Ra's al Ghul framing Batman for murder. And Hellgrammite is his name (The Brave and the Bold V.1 # 80) The Last Ha-Ha (The Joker V.1 # 3) Bat-Murderer (Detective Comics V.1 # 444-448) Check out our current ranking list at www.comicsxf.com/batchat-rankings/ Thanks to Geri Nonnewitz for our podcast logo Support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/batchatwithmattandwill

On this holiday special of the Agents of Fandom Comic Corner, we finally get DC's Absolute team up we've all been waiting for! Wonder Woman & Batman come together to solve a mystery in Gotham. Plus, even more Absolute titles with the return of Martian Manhunter and the conclusion of the al Ghul arc in Superman!Check out our interview with Absolute Wonder Woman author Kelly Thompson: https://youtu.be/4PnOExHsm7Q?si=dK7JMQUAFXuOQZIx(00:00) The Rundown(02:30) Absolute Wonder Woman #15 Review(13:32) Absolute Martian Manhunter #7 Review(24:40) Absolute Superman #14 Review(37:02) Hello Darkness #17 Review(40:08) Next Week's ComicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agents-of-fandom--5479222/support.

How are we still feeling about Netflix buying WB? Do theaters outside of the United States seriously let you bring in your own food? And seriously, what is the culturally appropriate way to say Ra's al Ghul? All those answers and more in this week's FLITE CHAT. Contact Ray at: EMAIL: ray@theflitecast.com BLUESKY: @FliteCast THREADS: @TheFliteCast INSTAGRAM: theflitecast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheFliteCast/ Subscribe to The FliteCast: Apple Podcasts / YouTube / Spotify / Pandora / RSS Become a member of The FliteCast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFliteCast

Our tour of DC's Absolute Universe continues with Absolute Superman Vol. 1: Last Dust of Krypton by Jason Aaron and Rafa SandovalBut first, who can we blame for one of our least favorite interviews? Is Rodney Barnes returning to the podcast? Why does Rodney like Cody so much? Is Anthony blowing up in the comic book world? How would we rank the first 3 Absolute series? Is this a fresh take on Superman? How was Superman's lore changed for this series? Is Clark Kent not an element in this story? Is this Superman anti-AI? Does a big part of this volume take place on Krypton? Is this a Superman for the working class people? Does this section of the Absolute universe reflect our own world more than the others? Are the Peacemakers equivalent to ICE? Could new readers easily jump into the Absolute Universe? How does it also appeal to legacy readers? How do Lois Lane and Jimmy Olsen compare to their original versions? What role does Ras al Ghul play in this comic? Should villains for one hero cross over to other heroes? Who is Absolute Lieutenant Dan? Does the Absolute Univefsr feel cyberpunk? Who is Omega Prime? What Absolute series that hasn't been announced yet would we like to see? What is Absolute Evil? What is Captain Cold's eyewear possibly made out of? What makes Absolute Gorilla Grodd so different? What's going on in Absolute Green Lantern by Al Ewing? Do we need to do more Earth One episodes? Why is Marvel already ending the Ultimate Universe? Are we torn between Marvel and DC? Have we covered Batman more than anything else on the pod? Will there be no more Chronic in 2026 or ABSOLUTE CHRONIC? Who is Satan busy torturing? What is the trap door theory? And we play fuck, marry, kill with the Absolute Trinity! Check out the Kickstarter pre-launch page for Superguy issue #2 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrtonynacho/superguy-2-my-date-with-the-presidents-daughter?ref=creator_tab⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠New episodes every THURSDAYFollow us on social media! Bluesky // Instagram // Twitter // TikTok :⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@comicsnchronic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UC45vP6pBHZk9rZi_2X3VkzQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠E-mail: comicsnchronicpodcast@gmail.comCodyInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@codycannoncomedy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: @Cody_CannonTikTok: @codywalakacannonJakeInstagram // Bluesky:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jakefhaha⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AnthonyBluesky // Instagram // Threads // Twitter // TikTok:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@mrtonynacho⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Mike Roth sits down with me to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he looks to instill into his kids. In addition, he shares what his kids have taught him about life. After that I ask him about his new show, BAT-FAM, where his the Executive Producer and Showrunner. We discuss how this is a cool and new way to look at Bruce Wayne. He also shares how this show was influenced by his kids. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About BAT-FAM BAT-FAM follows Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne - now having taken on the mantle of “Little Batman” - as they welcome a few new residents to Wayne Manor. Joining the family dinner table is Alicia Pennyworth, Alfred's free-spirited grandniece; Claire, a recently reformed Super-Villain; Ra's al Ghul, Damian's adoring “Pap Pap” who also happens to be Batman's longtime nemesis; and Man-Bat, who takes up residence in the Wayne Manor belfry. Oh! And let's not forget Selina, the beloved family cat. This close-knit family of misfits navigate the fun and frustrations of ordinary life while protecting the streets of Gotham City.  Prepare for nonstop action, big heart, and hilarious chaos! The series is developed by Mike Roth & Jase Ricci and produced by Warner Bros. Animation. Roth serves as executive producer and showrunner. Ricci and Sam Register executive produce. Watch it now on Amazon Prime.  Ryder Is This Week's Podcast Sponsor Ryder Toys is a small family owned USA based business operating out of California. What started out as a project in the garage has grown into the #1 ride on toy company in the USA due to innovative designs and experiences. They take pride in providing exceptional products and world class customer service. Their mission is to bring endless joy and radiant smiles to both you and your little one. Through their innovative designs and enchanting experiences, they strive to ignite imagination, spark wonder, and create cherished memories that will last a lifetime. All of their products are backed by smiles guaranteed. For more information go to their site at rydertoys.com.  About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

On the streets of Gotham City, he's known as Batman – but at home, he's just Dad. A new animated series reveals Batman in a whole new light – at home taking care of a newly formed family, which may be even tougher than fighting crime! BAT-FAM follows Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne (aka “Little Batman”) as they welcome a few new residents to Wayne Manor -- Alicia Pennyworth, Alfred's free-spirited grandniece; Claire, a recently reformed Super-Villain; Ra's al Ghul, Damian's adoring “Pap Pap” who also happens to be Batman's longtime nemesis; and Man-Bat, who takes up residence in the Wayne Manor belfry. Oh! And let's not forget Selina, the beloved family cat. This close-knit family of misfits navigate the fun and frustrations of ordinary life while protecting the streets of Gotham City.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

On the streets of Gotham City, he's known as Batman – but at home, he's just Dad. A new animated series reveals Batman in a whole new light – at home taking care of a newly formed family, which may be even tougher than fighting crime! BAT-FAM follows Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne (aka “Little Batman”) as they welcome a few new residents to Wayne Manor -- Alicia Pennyworth, Alfred's free-spirited grandniece; Claire, a recently reformed Super-Villain; Ra's al Ghul, Damian's adoring “Pap Pap” who also happens to be Batman's longtime nemesis; and Man-Bat, who takes up residence in the Wayne Manor belfry. Oh! And let's not forget Selina, the beloved family cat. This close-knit family of misfits navigate the fun and frustrations of ordinary life while protecting the streets of Gotham City.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

This week on Big Trouble in Little Podcast, Andy, Joe Dubs, Zac, and Chaz rise from the shadows to explore the film that redefined the Dark Knight — Batman Begins (2005). The crew breaks down Christopher Nolan's gritty origin story that took Batman from comic book icon to modern myth. From Christian Bale's transformation into Bruce Wayne to Liam Neeson's stoic Ra's al Ghul and Cillian Murphy's chilling Scarecrow, the guys dive deep into the film's themes of fear, justice, and identity. Expect sharp analysis, behind-the-scenes insights, and the usual chaos as the hosts discuss how Batman Begins breathed new life into Gotham and set the stage for a new era of superhero cinema.

Holy pepperoni, Batman! The Dark Knight meets the Heroes in a Half Shell in this week's episode of Movie Math, where everything's made up and the points don't matter! Kevin and Shawn dive deep into Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2019) — the crossover that somehow turned out way better than anyone expected.From rooftop showdowns to mutant Arkham inmates, this animated mashup delivers more cowabunga per minute than any Bat-film deserves. We're breaking down the voice acting, the humor, the action, and of course… the math. Which movie tops our ever-growing Turtles ranking? (Spoiler: it's climbing fast.)Expect jokes about Bat blimps, skateboarding through Wayne Manor, and why Shredder and Ra's al Ghul might be the most chaotic team-up since peanut butter and sewer slime.Final Scores:

The Cassandra Cain podcast is back to talk about Batgirl and Crew globetrotting across the planet to get answers! An unexpected call from the Bat-Family brings Cass up to speed on the happenings in Gotham and pushes Batgirl to dive headfirst into a mystery far beyond the streets she knows. What she uncovers is anything but expected. With new allies by her side, Batgirl must lead a dangerous mission to the snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas, where a war is brewing and long-buried secrets are waiting to be unearthed. The truth won't stay hidden forever... but some answers come at a cost — especially when Nyssa al Ghul is involved.   Contact us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com https://wrightonnetwork.libsyn.com/website www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork    

On this special episode of Unresolved, Micheal is joined by bestselling author and CNN lead anchor Jake Tapper to discuss his new book, Race Against Terror, a nonfiction thriller that begins on a crowded refugee ship in the Mediterranean and ends in a courtroom in Brooklyn.The book revolves around Ibrahim Sulieman Adnan Harun, also known as Spin Ghul ("The White Rose"), an al-Qaeda jihadist who was prosecuted for his actions during the War on Terror; as well as the family of an American soldier killed during an ambush by Spin Ghul. Along the way, you get to meet the officials involved in the decade-long case, many of whom spent years working on it in various ways.During this conversation, Micheal and Jake discuss the book, what drew Jake to the story, what Spin Ghul's prosecution may mean for the future, how it relates to current events, and so much more.Thanks to Jake Tapper for chatting with us, and make sure to check out his new book, Race Against Terror, wherever you can find it!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/unresolved--3266604/support.

Send us a textLet's bring him to justice! Jake Tapper joins me to discuss his book Race Against Terror: Chasing an Al Qaeda Killer at the Dawn of the Forever War.Buy Race Against TerrorSupport the show

What kind of women characters do we find in Batman stories? How do they interact with Batman, The BatFamily, and the world of Gotham? Dalin Rowell, host & creator of "It's Reely a Podcast," joins me to discuss this year's Batman episode, where we focus on Characters such as Catwoman, Batgirl, Talia al Ghul, Baby Doll, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, and more! Including the under-discussed Andrea Beaumont!  One more plug for the September charity-of-focus: go to www.akshayapatra.org, to share and support this wonderful nonprofit providing hot midday meals to students in India. 

(Patrons: Enjoy early access to this and all future pods) Our DCAMU commentaries continue with 2014's "Son of Batman." SOB is the third the New 52/DCAMU series of 16 movies from 2013-2020. Joining Ben for the commentary is returning guest/friend of the show, Spenser, from the "DC Animation with Spenser and Friends" pod series on the "League of Melanated Gentlemen" podcast. Son of Batman is based on the "Batman and Son" graphic novel by Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert. The film stars Jason Omara as Batman, Stuart Allen is Damian Wayne/Robin, Morena Baccarin is Talia al Ghul, Giancarlo Esposito is Ra's al Ghul, Sean Maher is Nightwing, and Thomas Gibson plays Deathstroke.

Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick GraysonGHL 65: Robin (Tim Drake) – Study up on the smartest Robin to ever deduce both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson's alter-egosGHL 155: Red Hood (Jason Todd) – Discover the tragic history of the first Robin who died and came back a villainGHL 222: Robin (Damian Wayne) – Meet Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul's biological son, the scowly oneGHL 197: The Signal (Duke Thomas) – Follow the strange journey of the future Robin who never wasGHL 79: History of Robin - Live from NerdCon! – Jason & Ashley are joined live on stage by Omar Najam (writer Daredevil), and Mia Resella (creator Sam the Witch), for the ultimate Robin trivia gameSlide down the Batpole, jump onto the Redbird, and uncover in this epic celebration of all things Robin!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick GraysonGHL 65: Robin (Tim Drake) – Study up on the smartest Robin to ever deduce both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson's alter-egosGHL 155: Red Hood (Jason Todd) – Discover the tragic history of the first Robin who died and came back a villainGHL 222: Robin (Damian Wayne) – Meet Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul's biological son, the scowly oneGHL 197: The Signal (Duke Thomas) – Follow the strange journey of the future Robin who never wasGHL 79: History of Robin - Live from NerdCon! – Jason & Ashley are joined live on stage by Omar Najam (writer Daredevil), and Mia Resella (creator Sam the Witch), for the ultimate Robin trivia gameSlide down the Batpole, jump onto the Redbird, and uncover in this epic celebration of all things Robin!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Batman Through the Ages: Celebrating Forever and the Dawn of Begins! This episode is a double dose of Dark Knight action! We're commemorating the 30th anniversary of Joel Schumacher's divisive "Batman Forever,” starring Val Kilmer as the caped crusader alongside Tommy Lee Jones' Two-Face and Jim Carrey's The Riddler, alongside Nicole Kidman and Chris O'Donnell's Robin. We'll debate its campy charm, unforgettable performances and its rightful place in pop culture as we also leap forward to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Christopher Nolan's groundbreaking “Batman Begins.” Relive the gritty realism that redefined the genre, with Christian Bale's iconic portrayal, Michael Caine's wise Alfred, and Liam Neeson's chilling Ra's al Ghul, alongside a stacked cast that also includes Cillian Murphy, Katie Holmes, Morgan Freeman, Gary Oldman, Tom Wilkinson, and more! From neon Gotham to a city shrouded in fear, we explore the evolution of Batman on the big screen during crucial milestones for both films.Where To Watch Batman ForeverWhere To Watch Batman Begins

Today, we celebrate (for almost 6 hours!) our shared favorite character in all of comic book history: Robin! From the first Robin to the most recent we break down some of the most beloved Boy Wonders who have ever donned the pixie boots with some of our favorite legacy character-themed episodes from the archives for this MEGA EPISODE:GHL 21: Nightwing – Explore the life time of the character who defined the Dynamic Duo, Dick GraysonGHL 65: Robin (Tim Drake) – Study up on the smartest Robin to ever deduce both Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson's alter-egosGHL 155: Red Hood (Jason Todd) – Discover the tragic history of the first Robin who died and came back a villainGHL 222: Robin (Damian Wayne) – Meet Bruce Wayne and Talia al Ghul's biological son, the scowly oneGHL 197: The Signal (Duke Thomas) – Follow the strange journey of the future Robin who never wasGHL 79: History of Robin - Live from NerdCon! – Jason & Ashley are joined live on stage by Omar Najam (writer Daredevil), and Mia Resella (creator Sam the Witch), for the ultimate Robin trivia gameSlide down the Batpole, jump onto the Redbird, and uncover in this epic celebration of all things Robin!For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show our Teen Titans Podcast, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/JawiinGHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreadingFOLLOW GHL►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylessonThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylessonTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylessonFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylessonGet Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.comYou can follow Ashley at https://www.threads.net/@ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/Follow Jason at https://www.threads.net/@jawiin or https://bsky.app/profile/jasoninman.bsky.socialThanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!

Galactus makes his big-screen debut this week in Fantastic Four: First Steps*, which means it's the perfect opportunity to discuss his second-ever comics appearances in The Mighty Thor – specifically, issues #160-162 and 168-169, by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, published by Marvel Comics! (For his comics debut, we humbly direct you to our very first episode from 2016!) First, it's the war to settle the score, the brawl to end it all, as the Devourer of Worlds squares off against none other than Ego the Living Planet! And the Son of Odin and the Rigellian robot known as the Recorder are caught in the middle! It's classic 60s Lee/Kirby space opera at its most grandiose! Then, we get a … somewhat disjointed look at Galactus' origin, including a rap session between Big G and the God of Thunder! PLUS: We discuss James Gunn's Superman! Does Thor stand a chance against this most colossal of foes? Will Odin act in a frustrating manner? (Spoiler: Yes!) And “Shall a God Prevail” against that sentient bioverse known as … The Comics Canon? (*No, we're not counting the purple space cloud in Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer. Would YOU?) In This Episode: ·       Actual sound footage of the Recorder! ·       You should never have to see Galactus' knees ·       Hush now! Odin's stories are on … ·       How DO you pronounce Ra's al Ghul? ·       Thor God of Thunder Vol. 4: The Last Days of Midgard ·       Fantastic Four #171-175: Galactus vs. the High Evolutionary Join us in two weeks as we kick off a miniseries on everyone's favorite Marvel mutants with a look at 1969's Uncanny X-Men #57-61 by Roy Thomas and Neal Adams! Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

On this episode, the upcoming Superman movie has us in a Justice League frame of mind, which is as good an excuse as any to discuss the classic Tower of Babel storyline, as collected in JLA #43-46 by Mark Waid, Howard Porter and Steve Scott, and JLA Secret Files #3, by Dan Curtis Johnson and Pablo Raimondi, published by DC Comics! Batman's longtime nemesis Ra's al Ghul unleashes a plan to cull the world's population, and to ensure his success he proactively incapacitates the members of the Justice League! How does he do that? Funny you should ask! Turns out the Dark Knight Detective has been keeping files on his teammates, complete with ways to take them out! AWK-ward! Can the JLA stop Martian Manhunter from bursting into flame, help Aquaman get over his deathly fear of water, and put a literally shattered Plastic Man back together again? And can this high-stakes tale of trust betrayed gain entrance into that Himalayan retreat known as … The Comics Canon? In This Episode: ·       J'onn J'onzz and those darn apostrophes ·       What about the F-Sharp Bell? ·       Is the best issue in the bunch the one not written by Mark Waid? ·       Is Batman really, you know … wrong? ·       Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man ·       JLA: American Dreams Join us in two weeks as we prepare for Fantastic Four: First Steps with a look at The Mighty Thor issues #160-162 and #168-169! (Just go with us on this one!) Until then:Please consider donating to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise! Rate us on Apple Podcasts! Send us an email! Hit us up on Facebook or Bluesky! And as always, thanks for listening!

In this episode, the hosts discuss the Superman comics released in April 2025, including their thoughts on 'Absolute Superman #6', 'Action Comics #1085', and 'Superman #25'. They delve into character developments, particularly focusing on Superman's alien nature and the influence of the Kent family. The conversation also touches on the crossover event 'We Are Yesterday', exploring its implications and the portrayal of classic villains like Ra's al Ghul and the Legion of Doom. The hosts share their favorite moments and insights from the comics, highlighting the ongoing evolution of Superman's character.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Overview of Superman Comics08:25 Deep Dive into Absolute Superman21:27 Exploring Action Comics: Arctic Assault23:49 Action and Pacing in Comics25:55 The Last Days of Lex Luthor37:56 Superman Issue 25: A Milestone42:59 Summer of Superman Special48:45 We Are Yesterday: A Crossover Discussion

[School of Movies 2025] After the harsh, oppressive atmosphere of I Saw the TV Glow we turn to an altogether funnier tale of trans discovery with Vera Drew's semiautobiographical, anarchic reshaping of DC's Clown Princess of Crime. From the painfully normalising cornfields of Smallville, Kansas comes a child who asks their alarmed mother "Was in born in the wrong body?". The only possible response to this is of course sessions at Arkham Asylum with Doctor Crane and a prescription of Smilex to chase that depression and anxiety away. We follow this confused young person to Gotham, where they find their calling in a thinly-veiled Saturday Night Live setup, doing stand-up comedy alongside The Penguin, Ra's al Ghul and a trans-masc chap named Mr J, riffing hard on both fallen Robin Jason Todd and Jared Leto's Joker. Our hero gives themselves the mantle of Joker the Harlequin... and comedy in Gotham will never be the same! This movie was pulled together during lockdown, and thrives on a garage-punk, scrapbook style that energetically propels you through the troubled life of someone just trying to be themselves in a loud, chaotic world. Guests Laura Kate Dale Alejandra Vargas Victoria Luna B. Grieve

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