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The DCAU PodcastThe DCAU Podcast: Episode 117- Batman Ninja vs Yakuza LeagueThe DCAU Podcast is back for our first episode of 2025 as Alan & Rebecca discuss "Batman Ninja vs Yakuza League" as the Bat Family wake up to discover an alternative universe Japan is hovering above Gotham.2025-04-3043 min
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 350 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Ra's Al Ghul w/ Kevin AltieriThe Good Brothers are back at home safe and sound after their annual excursion outside of DC Animation for April Fools' Day, and to celebrate their 350th episode of the podcast, the hosts are shining the old DCAU Character Spotlight on one of the Dark Knight's most formidable and recurring opponents, "The Demon's Head" Ra's al Ghul. Joining the hosts to look at Ra's' story arc, voice acting and some incredible behind the scenes moments is Batman The Animated Series director and friend of the show Kevin Altieri! Kevin shares some incredible stories including how he "called dibs" on...2025-04-051h 19
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 342 - Superman: The Animated Series - World's Finest, Part I (Revisited)Liam and Cal are back to their regular format this week taking a closer look at one of the defining and most memorable events in DCAU history with a re-review of Part I of "World's Finest." The Good Brothers look back at the kickoff to the DC Animated Universe and dive deeper than they did nearly 7 years and 323 episodes prior and discuss the thematic setup that mirrors a movie plot, and for good reason. They also talk about the animation by TMS and how it influenced the look of the episode, how pop culture references can be used without...2025-02-081h 42
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 341. - Meta-Brawl II - Lobo vs. SteelCal & Liam are kicking off a new month with a return to a format they first introduced last year where they recap a pair of DCAU characters and pit them against one another in a simulated contest to see who they believe would come out on top in their second edition of Meta-Brawl. This edition features the "Main Man" Lobo in a battle against John Henry Irons aka Steel. The hosts talk about the comic book origins of both characters before covering their DCAU story arcs, theme music, the voice actors that brought both to life as well as...2025-02-011h 32The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 340 - Justice League Unlimited - Flash and SubstanceCal & Liam are once again back with another season three Justice League Unlimited review, this week tackling the Flash-centered episode "Flash and Substance." The hosts talk a bit about the 85th Anniversary of the Flash character in 2025, how this episode acts as a love letter to the Scarlet Speedster and his DCAU persona, why this episode has a meta commentary on gritty and light-hearted superhero stories and a ton of fun Flash lore and DCAU easter eggs. Plus a discussion on the all-star voice cast featuring several DCAU voice acting legends, music that perfectly accentuates the wackiness of the...2025-01-181h 35The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 338- The DCAU Review 2024 Year in ReviewWe interrupt the Toilet Bowl to bring you a special look at 2024 with the Good Brothers! The hosts are looking back at the year that was with a fun recap of all things DCAU and DCAU Review. The hosts talk about some of the milestones achieved by the podcast in 2024, the top-rated episode, their biggest disparity in scoring for one episode, and a historically low rating given to one very infamous episode of The Zeta Project. They also discuss the first series completion, guest stars and Elseworlds episodes and which episode was their most listened to for the calendar...2025-01-041h 35The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 336 - Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero
Depending on your current location the weather outside may or may not be frightful, but a new episode of the DCAU Review is always delightful. This week the Good Brothers are discussing the second full-length feature film of the original Batman: The Animated Series run with the chilling title "Batman & Mr. Freeze: SubZero." The hosts discuss a bit of the history of the movie, how its' predecessor Mask of the Phantasm cast a large shadow, where the main crew had moved on and how the movie came about based on some attempted corporate synergy. The hosts discuss how the...2024-12-141h 53
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 58 - Black Friday Special - Mondo 1:6 DCAU Action Figure Wishlist
The Good Brothers are taking the week off to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, but as is tradition they're bringing you a special Black Friday Bonus episode to kick off the 2024 holiday season. This year the hosts are sending their wishlist of toys to the folks at Mondo, whom Cal has dubbed responsible for creating the best Batman The Animated Series figures of all time. With their recently announced 1:6 scale Batman Beyond figure, the hosts divulge their own wishlists for additional DCAU characters to get the vinyl treatment and the accompanying deep cut, show specific accessories. So fire up the...2024-11-291h 08
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 325 - Batman: The Animated Series - Lock-Up w/ Dan RibaAfter a month of episodes celebrating the release of Batman Caped Crusader, Cal & Liam return to the DCAU and where it all started with Batman The Animated Series just in time for its' 32nd anniversary! The hosts kick off the final month of original BTAS reviews with a look at "Lock-Up" and are joined by the episode's director Dan Riba as a special guest correspondent. Dan pulls back the curtain a bit on how he came to sit in the director's chair for the series, how his work at other animation studios prepared him for working on all of...2024-09-071h 45The DCAU PodcastThe DCAU Podcast: Episode 114- Crisis On Infinite Earths Part 3It's here, the final regular episode of The DCAU Podcast. Alan & Rebecca discuss Crisis on Infinite Earths Part 3 as the multiverse fights for it's very existence. 2024-08-0458 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 312 - Batman Beyond - The Call Part IIt's a brand new month and the Good Brothers are headed back to the future with another month of Batman Beyond and The Zeta Project reviews. Kicking things off the hosts pick up where they left off with their celebration of the 25th anniversary of Batman Beyond with a review of one of the lynchpin episodes of the entire DCAU featuring the first appearance of the Justice League Unlimited. Hear the hosts discuss the unique roster choices, how the main action sequence set the table for an eventual Justice League show, the original JL theme and a recast for...2024-06-011h 49
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 309 - DCAU Meta-Brawl - Livewire vs. ParasiteThe Good Brothers continue their celebration of Superman's 86th birthday with a new concept that pits two memorable villains featured in memorable episodes of Superman: The Animated Series against one another by looking back at their appearances throughout the DCAU, their tie-in comics and toys and merchandise and then deciding who comes out on top as the victor in the battle for supremacy! Hear the hosts discuss the lasting impact of both villains and decide who has the greater impact, the better voice performance and theme as only one will come out as the victor in the Meta-Brawl!
2024-05-111h 34The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 304 - Justice League Unlimited - I Am LegionThe Good Brothers are fully recovered from their trip to another universe with last week's April Fools Day review and back with a month of Justice League Unlimited reviews kicking things off with Season Three's premiere episode "I Am Legion." The hosts discuss the tone shift from Season Two's heavy plot focus on real world themes to a more classic good vs. evil story, the homages to the classic Challenge of the Super Friends show and the return of two legendary DCAU musical themes. Cal & Liam also speak about a rare miss when it came to some of the...2024-04-061h 39The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 300 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Robin, Vol. IThe DCAU Review is celebrating its' 300th edition of the standard podcast with a super-sized DCAU Character Spotlight on one the most influential characters in all of comic book history and a pivotal part of the DCAU itself with a look at Robin "The Boy Wonder" volume one! The Good brothers tackle all of Dick Grayson's appearances in the first 65 episode run of Batman: The Animated Series with in-depth looks at a few seminal moments. Additionally, the hosts take a look at some of voice actor Loren Lester's best performances, the choice by the showrunners to make Robin college-aged...2024-03-091h 47The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 294 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Inque & CuraréThe Good Brothers wrap up their initial month of offerings for 2024 with dual spotlights of two of Batman Beyond's most memorable villainesses in Inque and Curaré. Hear the hosts recap their starring episodes, their appearances in the Beyond tie-in comics and the disappointing lack of merchandise featuring either character. The hosts also discuss the unique soundtrack for each, the voice actresses tasked with bringing them to life and as a bonus the hosts look at some of the strangest Batman Beyond merchandise they could find. All of this and a preview of next week's episode await you on this w...2024-01-271h 43The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 292 - Batman Beyond - Out of The PastThe Good Brothers kick off their 2024 reviews by heading back to the future and a month celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the debut of Batman Beyond. Up first is the season three episode "Out of The Past" which features a return of Talia Al Ghul as Bruce deals with his own mortality. Hear the hosts discuss the plot as a tribute to the DCAU Bruce/Batman, how "Batman: The Musical" became a plot point, an all star cast of DCAU voice legends in both acting and singing roles and why the twist is one of the host's top twist...2024-01-131h 34The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 291 - The DCAU Review 2023 Year in ReviewHappy New Year from the Good Brothers! Before leaving it completely behind, the hosts look back at the year 2023 for the podcast that saw milestone episodes, character spotlights, multiple special guest correspondents, nearly a dozen Bonus Episodes and the return of the Discuss This League! The hosts also recap their top rated episodes of the year which included multiple entries added to their Top Picks section, as well as their lowest rated episode of the year and a very special category just for The Zeta Project! All of this and much more fun await you on this special recap...2024-01-061h 14
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastDiscuss This League - Vol. 3 - Dan Riba & Kevin Altieri on Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm's 30th AnniversaryOn the next Discuss This League....
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Good Brothers at the DCAU Review! The hosts are taking a break from standard reviews for the Holidays but are very much still in the giving spirit so this week they're bringing back the Discuss This League roundtable format to talk about the 30th Anniversary of Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm. Joining our hosts are two of the movie's directors that being frequent contributor to the DCAU Review, Kevin Altieri a contributor to nearly every show in the DCAU, Dan Riba!
The...2023-12-231h 48The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 279 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Martian Manhunter, Vol. ICal & Liam are back and fresh off of wrapping up the JLU Cadmus Story Arc they are dusting off the DCAU Character Spotlight and shining it directly onto the J'onn J'onnz aka the Martian Manhunter. Hear the Good Brothers talk about the last surviving Martian's origins in the early days of Detective Comics and then chronicle his appearances throughout Season One of Justice League. The hosts recount his most memorable appearances including his entire DCAU backstory, and the episode where he nearly defeats his own team in order to have a chance at reuniting with his lost family. The...2023-09-231h 35The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 270 - Batman: The Animated Series - Bane w/ Kevin AltieriThe Good Brothers seems to do their best work on episodes with big round numbers, and this week's episode is no exception as they welcome back good friend of the show and Batman: The Animated Series veteran director Kevin Altieri to the show to discuss the monumental episode "Bane." Kevin talks about adapting a character so quickly after being introduced to the main comic continuity, how he and series producer overcame initial disdain for the Bane character to make him fit into the DCAU, the Lucha Libre influence the drew from for the show and whether they ever considered...2023-07-221h 34The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 268 - Batman: The Animated Series - Time Out of JointThe Good Brothers return with another review of Batman: The Animated Series with the return of The Clock King in "Time Out of Joint." The hosts discuss a plot that feels completely alien to the overall feel of BTAS with inexplicable Deus Ex Machina technology that seems more at home in Justice League Unlimited. The hosts also talk about the unique opportunity to apply the Speed Force aesthetic to the visuals of a pre-Flash era DCAU show. The hosts also talk about the instantly memorable Clock King theme, the hilarious timing of the lead villain and a Spider-Man The...2023-07-081h 06The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 267 - Batman: The Animated Series - HarlequinadeAfter another multiversal adventure last week, the Good Brothers return to the DCAU with a month of Batman: The Animated Series reviews for the month of July and it's only fitting the month kicks off with a bang as they review the all-time classic "Harlequinade." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that borrows heavily from Merrie Melodies shorts and the oddball comedy 48 Hours with light being shed on Harley's not yet established backstory and a DCAU musical number precedent being set. The hosts talk plenty about Paul Dini's brilliant comedy and Arleen Sorkin's role in bring "Say That We're...2023-07-011h 22The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 264 - DCAU Character Spotlight - The Flash, Vol. IWith excitement growing about The Fastest Man Alive making his solo movie debut next week, the Good Brothers synergize with another DCAU Character Spotlight episode shining brightly on The Flash. In volume one the hosts discuss his creation in the comics, the Barry Allen/Wally West debate, and then get into his initial appearance in Superman: The Animated Series episode "Speed Demons." Cal & Liam then follow up with all of the Scarlett Speedster's appearances from season one of Justice League, his appearances in DCAU tie-in comics including a memorable showings in Batman Gotham Adventures and Justice League Adventures. Wrapping...2023-06-101h 16The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 261 - Batman Beyond - InquelingNever fear, the Good Brothers are here once again with a brand new review as they continue in their return to the future of the DCAU and a discussion about the Batman Beyond Season 3 episode "Inqueling." As the title suggests this episode features the return of Terry's most memorable villains in Inque. Inque is unable to hold herself together (literally) and the surprise backstory to the character that leads to a discussion by the hosts about whether adding humanity to a villainous character automatically makes them sympathetic. Cal & Liam also talk about the little bread crumbs that would eventually...2023-05-201h 22The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 252 - Justice League Unlimited - ClashThe Good Brothers are working a little synergy into their podcast as the latest DC Films motion picture hits theatres with this week's Justice League Unlimited episode review of "Clash." Not only does this episode feature Earth's mightiest mortal in Captain Marvel (aka Shazam!) in his one and only DCAU appearance, it also happens to be the next chapter in the Cadmus-arc. So tune in to hear Cal & Liam break down an incredible story from Dwayne McDuffie, Dan Riba and J.M. DeMatteis that is layered with subtext from the political era from which it was birthed along with...2023-03-181h 40
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 250 - DCAU Character Spotlight - The Joker, Vol. IThe Good Brothers are back again, this time with their landmark 250th episode of the podcast! To celebrate, the hosts are shining that DCAU Character Spotlight on the biggest, baddest villain in the history of comics, the Clown Prince of Crime himself, The Joker. In this first, of what is sure to be several volumes, the hosts cover all of the Joker's Batman: The Animated Series Season One appearances - including legendary starring appearances in episodes like "Christmas with The Joker," "The Laughing Fish," "The Man Who Killed Batman" and "Almost Got 'Im." Additionally the hosts talk about the...2023-03-041h 34The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 249 - Batman: The Animated Series - The Terrible TrioAs the Good Brothers wrap up another month covering Batman: The Animated Series episodes they're reviewing what series producer Bruce Timm called his nominee for worst episode in the entire DCAU, "The Terrible Trio." Hear the hosts discuss the temptation to be harder on an episode when one of their four categories is a glaring liability, some of the worst animation in the entire BTAS run, this animation studio's other notoriously bad episodes and a disagreement over the main antagonist's voice actor's performance. Cal & Liam also talk about the one and only appearance of an early 90s Robin weapon...2023-02-251h 22The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 243 - The Zeta Project - Change of Heart & The Next GenThe Good Brothers are back for better or worse with an amusing double feature of The Zeta Project's season one episodes "Change of Heart" and "The Next Gen." One episode takes place inside a museum and features a nominee for the worst parents of the DCAU, the next features another Infiltration Unit Robot blowing up "The Merchant of Death's" weapons cadre. Hear whether these episodes could makes fans of TZP out of the hosts or whether it's more of the status quo. Plus the hosts talk about discuss their disappointment in a lack of Easter Eggs in the Hall...2023-01-141h 15The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 241 - The DCAU Review 2022 Year in ReviewHappy (almost) New Year as the Good Brothers look back at 2022 and forward to 2023 they do their best to put a nice bow on the year for the podcast and the DCAU community. The hosts recap their top 5 highest scored episodes of the year in a list fittingly dominated by Batman: The Animated Series in its 30th Anniversary year. Cal & Liam certainly didn't love every episode they covered as you'll also hear a recap of the 3 lowest scored episodes of the year along with a recap of the different Elseworlds visited and some of this year's Special Guest Correspondents...2022-12-311h 21The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 239 - Static Shock - DupedThe Good Brothers are back for another week of "Dakota December" and they're bringing a slice of early 2000s pop culture with them as they tackle the Static Shock episode "Duped" which features Backstreet Boy AJ McLean and Coolio in guest starring roles. Hear the hosts break down a plot that has an awful lot of AJ McLean and not much else, Coolio not playing himself but instead a visually mesmerizing Bang Baby villain. Hear them discuss the shift to the more classic DCAU cel-shading and the difference it makes from the early seasons, and one of the most...2022-12-091h 02The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 237 - DCAU Character Spotlight - MetalloWith the month coming to a close, the Good Brothers are packing their bags and getting ready to leave Metropolis for a bit, but before they leave they are shining a spotlight on one of the Man of Steel's most formidable foes in John Corbin aka Metallo. From his first appearance in the very first episode of Superman: The Animated Series to his appearances in Justice League and Justice League Unlimited Metallo left his mark on the DCAU and the hosts talk about each of those memorable appearances. In addition to his appearances, Cal and Liam also touch on...2022-11-261h 13
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 39 - Black Friday Special - Most Insane Kenner Batman The Animated Series FiguresHappy Holidays to you and yours from the DCAU Review! As has become tradition, the Good Brothers bring you their annual Black Friday Special with a new trip down memory lane to discuss what else but toys! This year the hosts focus on some of the most insane figures from the Kenner run of Batman: The Animated Series action figures. While the actual show on which the toys were based was a dark, gritty retro-inspired atmosphere, the toys followed no such theme. With bright colors, fantastic futuristic technology and mad-lib style names, Cal and Liam have plenty to discuss...2022-11-251h 01The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 236 - Superman: The Animated Series - Blasts From The Past Part IIThe Good Brothers return for another Superman: The Animated Series review as they pick up where they left off last week with Part 2 of "Blasts from the Past." Hear the hosts discuss Emil Hamilton's naming of the "Fortress of Solitude", speculation on where the Earth's other heroes might have been during Jax-Ur and Mala's takeover, and a goosebump inducing moment for one of the hosts. Plus hear more of the boys' Emil Hamilton lore, where Hasbro missed out on making a scuba suit 4-pack and one of the hosts thinks the storyboard artists had the italicized lock on for...2022-11-191h 21The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 235 - Superman: The Animated Series - Blasts From The Past Part ICome for the classic Superman: The Animated Series review, stay for the Emil Hamilton tan lore. That's right the tannest man in the DCAU is a hot topic of discussion once again as the Good Brothers review "Blasts From The Past Part I" on this week's episode. With such little STAS remaining, the hosts decide to give this two-parter a closer look by reviewing both episodes separately and providing a full episode score on next week's review of part 2. But this week the hosts still give their not-yet final scores for the same four categories, discussing the thin line...2022-11-131h 17
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 229 - Batman: The Animated Series - On Leather Wings (Revisited) w/ James from Watchtower DatabaseThe Good Brothers are continuing the Batman: The Animated Series 30th anniversary celebration with a unique month of reviews, choosing to revisit some of the episodes that they tackled very early on in the podcast's run. This week the hosts go back to the very beginning and watch "On Leather Wings" for a look back on the pilot episode of the series and the one that kicked off the DCAU way back in September of 1992. But Cal & Liam are not alone this go round as they are joined by special correspondent James Strecker of the Watchtower Database to chat...2022-10-011h 43The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 228 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Harley Quinn Vol. IThe Good Brothers have taken September to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Batman: The Animated Series and take the last week of the month to honor the character created for the show that is celebrating her own anniversary, has gone on to be one of DC Comic's most valuable and widely known intellectual properties, Harley Quinn. The hosts talk about all of her appearances from Season 1 of BTAS including her first appearance as a part of Joker's gang in "Joker's Favor" all the way through her comedy spots in "The Man Who Killed Batman" and "The Laughing Fish" and...2022-09-241h 15The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 227 - Batman: The Animated Series - SideshowContinuing through with their next Batman: The Animated Series review, the Good Brothers tackle a Killer Croc-centric episode with "Sideshow." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that includes nearly five minutes of screen time without any dialogue, an episode set almost exclusively during the day, Killer Croc predicting an Obi-Wan Kenobi internet meme several decades before it would become popular and some of the more iconic visuals for the second half of the BTAS run of episodes. Plus hear thoughts on a ton of Killer Croc dialogue and a DCAU veteran in a small cameo before his more well...2022-09-171h 12The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 225 - Batman: The Animated Series - Read My LipsIt's a very exciting month at the DCAU Review as the Good Brothers celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Batman: The Animated Series debuting on TV. Kicking things off for the month the hosts are reviewing an episode that's often in the discussion amongst fans as one of the series' very best with the episode "Read My Lips." Cal & Liam discuss one of the late great Shirley Walker's most memorable soundtracks for an episode with a jazzy heist theme that pairs with a Hitchcock-ian thriller tune, along with some wacky visual gags involving mannequins, formidably-sized lackeys, Scarface's dismemberment and a...2022-09-031h 19
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 224 - Elseworlds - Justice League: The Flashpoint ParadoxWrapping up their month celebrating the Fastest Man Alive, it only seems fitting that the Good Brothers take a trip around the multiverse, transcending time and space with an Elseworlds review of the DTV Tuckerverse movie "Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox." Hear a full breakdown and comparison of the source material and other versions of this story versus the one told in animated form. The hosts discuss a myriad of plot points before breaking down an extremely violent and murder-filled set of animation and visuals. It's not surprising that with a full length movie, also comes a full on...2022-08-271h 39
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 222 - Justice League - Eclipsed Part I & IIDespite one of them being ill, the Good Brothers are here to deliver their next installment of "Flash Month" sticking with Justice League but moving to season 2 as they cover both parts of "Eclipsed." The hosts talk about the effectiveness of introducing a silly Silver Age villain into the DCAU with an alternate origin story and execution, while maintaining some of the origins set in the original plot. Additionally, they discuss a lot of snake-themed visuals for the episode, a shockingly relevant and on-point depiction of political talking head shows, how the Flash-mobile made it past the censors and...2022-08-131h 12The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 218 - Batman Beyond - Where's Terry?Continuing their stay in the future of the DCAU, Cal and Liam return to review the Batman Beyond episode titled "Where's Terry?" which isn't quite the mystery that the title would have you believe. Hear the hosts discuss the pairing of a very "Underdwellers-type" child with Batman, while Bruce and Max try their best at being the odd couple for the show. And while the lack of visual action and arguably wasted appearance by one of the future Dark Knight's most memorable villains might lead you to be disappointed in this week's episode, the Good Brothers are quick to...2022-07-161h 01
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 216 - Batman Beyond - PaybackFor only the second time this year, the Good Brothers are headed back to the future for a month of reviews that take place "50 years from now, whenever now is..." - starting with the Batman Beyond episode "Payback." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that mostly diverts from the WB Teen Drama that had been the theme for much of season 3 and instead covers the dynamics between Fathers and Sons and the consequences they carry. Hear the hosts discuss the foreshadowing of Terry realizing he will never meet Bruce's expectations for his role as Batman, three different fight scenes...2022-07-021h 11The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 211 - Static Shock - ReplayWrapping up the month of June, the Good Brothers spend one final Saturday in Dakota with the Static Shock episode "Replay." With a familiar voice actor playing a meta version of himself and the much anticipated reveal of the untold story of the Dakota Mall and how it came to be, there's no shortage of fun during this week's episode. Plus with an evil twin of Static present on the episode, it gives the hosts time to talk about other "evil doppelganger" appearances in the DCAU. With a fun plot and some great voice acting, will the visuals and...2022-05-281h 02The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 207 - DCAU Character Spotlight - John Stewart & The Green Lantern Corps, Vol. IApril is hanging on for one more Saturday, so the Good Brothers are using this 5th occasion to produce another DCAU Character Spotlight episode! The spotlight is looking a little green this month, which is appropriate seeing as how the the hosts decided to talk all things John Stewart and his fellow Green Lanterns for this Volume One discussion. From Kyle Rayner and Abin Sur's appearance in the Superman: The Animated Series episode "In Brightest Day" to John Stewart's Season One appearances in Justice League Cal and Liam discuss the episodes and highlight some of the more memorable moments...2022-04-301h 20The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 206 - Justice League Unlimited - Hunter's MoonOver one hundred episodes after reviewing "Starcrossed" the Good Brothers are back to follow up with a review of its' sequel, the Justice League Unlimited episode "Hunter's Moon." Hear the hosts discuss how with hindsight they may have saved this for a multi-episode arc for season three, fun visuals that draw inspiration from Predator and at times venture into being a little bit creepy. Music takes a backseat this week, though there are a few spots the hosts discuss, and with a nerd-god on the voice cast and one of the original seven's great performance, the voice acting is...2022-04-231h 19The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 205 - Justice League Unlimited - Double DateThe Good Brothers are back and they're reviewing one of the most loved episodes of Justice League Unlimited with this week's episode "Double Date." Hear the hosts discuss which of the DCAU producers count this episode among their favorites, some of writer Gail Simone's behind the scenes stories about crafting this masterpiece and how this episode was originally going to be an origin vehicle for the DCAU Birds of Prey! After breaking down a plot that features an equal amount of comedy, mystery and action with a grounded set of heroes, Cal and Liam discuss the character models based...2022-04-161h 23The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 204 - Justice League Unlimited - Task Force XAfter a wild trip through the Multiversal Portal last week, the Good Brothers return for a month's worth of Justice League Unlimited episodes starting with this week's review of "Task Force X." Hear the hosts discuss the DCAU's one and only appearance of their Pseudo-Suicide Squad, and the real world events that paralleled in the writing from legendary writers Dwayne McDuffie and Darwyn Cooke. Additionally, Cal & Liam discuss a voice cast led by a series regular in a guest star role and a soundtrack from the Dynamic Music Partners that draws directly from the episode's heist/thriller theme. Also...2022-04-091h 14
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 203 - Spiderman: The Animated Series - "Night Of The Lizard"To celebrate the holiday where everything is flipped upside down, the Good Brothers find themselves in a strange land where there are no Dark Knights or Men of Steel and come face to face with Ol' Webhead instead with their first (and perhaps only) review of Marvel's Spiderman: The Animated Series pilot episode "Night Of The Lizard." The hosts do their best to review the episode in a vacuum while still giving fair critique in the unfortunate comparison between their rival DC cartoons. Not only do the hosts talk about the somewhat ridiculous plot of a Lizard man wanting...2022-04-021h 18The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 202 - Batman: The Animated Series - Fire From OlympusThe final Saturday in March brings the latest trip to Gotham City to a close for the Good Brothers in what has been a monumental month. Fresh off celebrating episode 200 and having special correspondent Jordan Gibson last week, the hosts talk about Maxie Zeus's one and only appearance in the DCAU. Cal & Liam discuss an uneven tone for the episode, a lack of action and Batman being relegated to the background for most of the episode. Additionally hear about another home run of a soundtrack from the late, great Shirley Walker, a perfect voice casting for the role of...2022-03-261h 02
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 201 - Batman: The Animated Series- His Silicon Soul w/ Jordan Gibson from Batman The Adventures ContinueFresh off of their 200th review, the Good Brothers are back with another fantastic Special Correspondent as artist Jordan Gibson from Batman The Adventures Continue joins the podcast for a discussion of the Batman: The Animated Series episode "His Silicon Soul." Before the full episode break down, hear Jordan's introduction to the Batman character, his inspiration for his artistic stylings, and his dream DCAU series project. From there hear thoughts on the sequel to "Heart of Steel" which earned a perfect score from Cal and see how this child's dream of two Batmen fighting translates to an adult viewing. P...2022-03-191h 20The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 198 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Darkseid, Vol. IAs the shortest month of the year draws to a close, the Good Brothers are still here and they're shining a big ol' spotlight on one of the darkest characters in the entire DC Universe, with volume one of Darkseid! Hear about his little known origins in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen, and a trip back in time to some of the earliest episodes of Superman: The Animated Series that were covered on the podcast. From his debut in a precredit scene in "Tools of The Trade" to his series defining two part epic "Apokolips...Now!" hear the hosts talk...2022-02-261h 09The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 197 - Superman: The Animated Series - Double DoseThe Good Brothers are still recovering from last week's doozy of an episode but soldier on nonetheless with this week's Superman: The Animated Series review of "Double Dose." One of the few episodes of Superman to feature a villain team-up, this one features dialogue and plot points that leave the hosts feeling a bit uncomfortable. With a ton of sexual-innuendo and in the dialogue, the hosts turn to visuals and music to rescue the scores and prevent it from being the second straight week where they're forced to bury the entire episode. The voice acting also features an entire...2022-02-1959 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 193 - The Zeta Project - The AccompliceIf you're one of the 14 people that like The Zeta Project aka the Batman Beyond spinoff show by creator Bob Goodman modeled after The Fugitive, then boy oh boy is this your lucky day! That's right, the Good Brothers are reviewing the premiere episode entitled "The Accomplice" and they have some thoughts on all of the normal categories, how this feels or doesn't feel like a DCAU show, the animation style, the DCAU DNA of the show, the Zeta redesign and the Ro character as the female lead for the show. Plus the controversial head canon about a certain...2022-01-221h 02
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 35 - Batman: Caped Crusader - Ed Brubaker named Head Writer/Batman First LookSurprise! It's your boys, Cal & Liam dropping a new bonus episode discussing the latest Batman: Caped Crusader news, Hear the Good Brothers' talk about the addition of series head writer, seasoned comic book author and creator Ed Brubaker. Hear about his connections to the DCAU, his thoughts on joining the Caped Crusader team, as well as some of his experience in writing some of the more underrated Batman comic book stor arcs. Also the hosts discuss the first character model released of the Dark Knight, its influence from the original Bill Finger/Bob Kane designs and more exciting conjecture...2022-01-1420 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 190 - The 2021 DCAU Review Year in ReviewHappy New Year from the Good Brothers of the DCAU Review! Before leaving the year 2021 behind for good, the hosts take one final look at the year and recap their top 5 highest ranked episodes as well as their lowest ranked episodes of 2021. Hear which reviews will stick with Cal and Liam for better or worse in a year of unmatched success for the podcast which included an all-time number of streams across multiple platforms, a pair of international special guest correspondents and a few new episode formats that allowed for collaboration with some of the show's podcasting friends. Additionally...2022-01-011h 22The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 33 - Watchalong: Comfort and JoyMerry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Good Brothers of the DCAU Review. Cal and Liam are taking the week off from standard episodes and will return in 2022 with brand new DCAU reviews. However, before we bid adieu to 2021, the hosts leave you with a parting gift in the form of a commentary/watch-along for the Justice League Season Two episode "Comfort and Joy."
The hosts do their best to give an entertaining commentary in the form of personal memories and anecdotes from the episode, Easter Eggs and even a few recently revealed details on the episode's p...2021-12-2233 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 189 - DCAU Character Spotlight - Hawkgirl, Vol. IThis time of year is known to be the season of light, so why not shine a big ol' spotlight on one of the original seven Justice League members? As the title would suggest, the Good Brothers discuss all things Shayera Hol of Thanagar for her appearances in season one of JL. From her first appearance in "Secret Origins" all the way up through the season one finale "The Savage Time", the hosts highlight the development of what was likely the most surprising inclusion for the DCAU incarnation of the super team. Along the way, they highlight the recurring...2021-12-181h 05The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 188 - Justice League - Metamorphosis Part I & IIThe Good Brothers are back with another season one review of Justice League, this week covering "Metamorphosis" Parts One and Two. Coincidentally Metamorpho made his debut nearly 56 years to the day, in Brave and the Bold Number 57 on December 10th, 1965. This fun coincidence allowed Cal and Liam delve into the rich history of Ramona Fradon, one of the co-creators and trailblazers for women in comics, whom was clearly the inspiration for the art styles used for several of her featured characters. Additionally the hosts talk a plot that finds itself heavy on plot in part one, heavy on the...2021-12-111h 31The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 187 - Justice League - War World Part I & IIWrapping up 2021, the Good Brothers are reviewing Justice League episodes all month, kicking off with the Season One episode "War World Part 1 & II." The hosts talk memories of having this on video tape to where the plot lets the rest of the episode down and the intricacies of the brutal fights throughout both parts. Also discussed is why Green Lantern and Hawkgirl are made to look like gullible idiots, a soundtrack with a few audible Easter Eggs and nods to prior shows and why Eric Roberts portrayal of Mongul makes you root to see him get his comeuppance at...2021-12-041h 16The DCAU PodcastThe DCAU Podcast: Episode 50 SpecialAlan & Rebecca look back at the first fifty episodes of the DCAU Podcast and pick 5 favourites from the films they have seen so far.2021-11-2741 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 186 - Static Shock - A League Of Their Own Part I & IIThe Good Brothers wrap up their abbreviated stay in Dakota with their final Static Shock review of 2021 and it's another monumental crossover episode, this time featuring the Justice League in the two part episode "A League of Their Own." Hear the hosts break down the Home Alone style plot of part one and the horror film elements of part two. Plus they discuss foreshadowing of Brainiac's plans that manifest in Justice League Unlimited, the curious choice to distort one of the most legendary DCAU vocal actors' voices and how one single line led one of our hosts to award...2021-11-271h 17
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Episode - Black Friday Special - Best DCAU Video GamesIt's our 3rd annual Black Friday Spectacular and we are continuing to relive our childhoods with a nostalgic trip through our favorite DCAU Video Games! Hear the Good Brothers highlight seven of the DCAU games they played endlessly while growing up, their favorite and least favorite features and memorable momtents across a decade's worth of consoles. After they run through each game they narrow it down to their top three favorites of all time. Putting a bow on it all, the hosts take a trip back in time to create a sequel to one of their favorite games and...2021-11-261h 08The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 185 - Static Shock - Bad StretchThe Good Brothers are back, continuing with their month of Static Shock reviews, this week with the return of two of their favorite recurring characters in Rubberband Man and Ebon and their latest obsession, Carmen Dillo. With a plot that focuses on Static's jealousy and suspicion of Rubberband Man's reform and Ebon trying his best to convince him that no one will ever believe he's changed, Cal and Liam discuss the underlying message while also imagining what a group of DCAU anthropomorphic super villain would look like. Plus the hosts talk about music that seems to have inspired a...2021-11-2057 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 184 - Static Shock - GroundedAfter last week's exciting culmination of spoooooky season, this week brings the Good Brothers back to the DCAU and to Dakota with Static Shock and this week's episode "Grounded." Director James Tucker pens a series departure where the big bad isn't your typical Bang Baby of the week. Instead, Static finds himself face to face with a living amoeba and a subplot that has Frieda at war with the school admins about funding for the school paper. Hear the hosts discuss plot elements and visuals reminiscent of Scooby-Doo and a voice cast of 45 year-olds playing teenagers. Additionally Cal is...2021-11-1343 min
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 182 - Elseworlds - Batman: The Long Halloween Part IIt's the spooooooooooookiest weekend of the year and to celebrate, the Good Brothers are taking a trip around the Multiverse for a two part extravaganza reviewing both parts of Batman: The Long Halloween. This week the hosts discuss Part One, which adapts the first four issues of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale's iconic maxi-series focusing on Batman, Harvey Dent and Jim Gordon taking on the biggest crime families in Gotham and trying to uncover the identity of the mysterious Holiday killer. Hear Liam talk about the influence of the source material on his Batman-fandom, where the film deviates from...2021-10-301h 36
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 27 - Batman: Caped Crusader - DC Fandome Featurette ReactionCal and Liam are here with a surprise bonus episode to discuss the details of the Batman: Caped Crusader featurette shown at the 2021 DC Fandome, which revealed that Bruce Timm will be joined by fellow DCAU Legend James Tucker in the production of the series. The Good Brothers share their reaction to Mr. Timm's comments that this series will be "more Batman: The Animated Series than Batman: The Animated Series." and confirmation of the prediction made by the hosts in a prior bonus episode that this show will be in the same vein as the Batman: Strange Days short...2021-10-1720 min
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 25 - Batman The Adventures Continue Season 2 - Mayor Mayhem Part ICal and Liam are back again with a review of the latest review of Batman The Adventures Continue: Season Two. Issue 5 of the series entitled "Mayor Mayhem Part I" features a flashback to Batman's year one dealing with a corrupt, power hungry Gotham socialite turned politician who ruled Gotham with a brutal police force designed to carry out his corrupt bidding. Unfortunately for the Dark Knight he's back and the Good Brothers have lots of speculation as to where the story is headed, as well as a critique for some of the pencils and inks for this month's issue...2021-10-0846 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 178 - Batman: The Animated Series - The MechanicIt's officially spooooooky season, but don't be afraid, the Good Brothers are here with more Batman: The Animated Series reviews for the month of October. Kicking things off with what one of the hosts dubs "Fans of the Fast & Furious franchise's favorite episode," the hosts tackle "The Mechanic." Hear Liam and Cal discuss theories on just how many of the Bat-vehicles that Earl is responsible for designing, the on screen death of an [automobile parts] salesman, Batman Returns influencing plot points and visuals and an answer to just where Batman gets all of those wonderful toys. Additionally a breakdown...2021-10-021h 10
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 177 - Elseworlds - Final ExamAs we come to the end of September, the Good Brothers wrap up their Elseworlds month with a trip to the universe of "Murakanime", better known as the classic series Teen Titans. The hosts cover the pilot episode "Final Exam" with a review of everything from the "Slade" vs "Deathstroke" name game, the hybrid of Tex Avery, Anime and more that makes up the show's unique animation style, the character models that would eventually influence looks in main DC continuity and a pair of Slade scenes that give a glimpse into the tone set for upcoming episodes. Additionally, the...2021-09-251h 19
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 176 - Elseworlds - Batman: Assault on ArkhamWeek three of the Good Brothers' annual Elseworlds month continues, and this week it's a trip to the video game universe of the popular Arkham series with a look at the direct to video movie, Batman: Assault on Arkham. Although the title makes it seem like a Batman film, the movie actually heavily focuses on everybody's favorite government Task Force X aka "Some kind of Suicide Squad." Hear the hosts talk about a plot that likely influenced the two live action Squad movies that followed this 2014 release. The hosts talk the normal 4 categories including an eastern animation style that...2021-09-181h 18
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 175 - Elseworlds - Chill of The Night!Not as celebrated as the big round numbers, but a milestone nonetheless as the 175th edition of the DCAU Review comes at you in this month of Elseworlds tales, taking a look around the DC Animated Multiverse. This week the Good Brothers return to James Tucker's Batman: The Brave and The Bold series with a review of one of the most loved and celebrated episodes, "Chill of The Night!" Not only does this episode feature writing from Paul Dini, with stories adapted directly from a Bill Finger/Bob Kane helmed comic, but also features a voice cast made up...2021-09-111h 36The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 173 - DCAU Character Spotlight - BlightAs discussed on last week's episode, the Good Brothers are trying out a different kind of review this week, as they change things up from the standard episode/scorecard format to highlight a single character in the DCAU. With this month being all Batman Beyond episodes, the fellas thought it would be poignant to talk about arguably, the Future Knight's greatest adversary Derek Powers aka Blight. Hear the hosts discuss his entire DCAU story arc from beginning to end, the dual-natured threat of both of Derek Powers' personas, and his place in both Batman Beyond and the DCAU's history...2021-08-281h 09The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 172 - Batman Beyond - PlagueThings get a little too 2020 in this fictional world of Gotham as a terrorist organization threatens to spread a highly contagious virus across the world in this week's review of the Batman Beyond episode "Plague." Hear the Good Brothers talk the return of The Stalker in his final non-cameo appearance in the DCAU but this time as an ally of the Dark Knight searching for False Face, a villain with origins that date back to the Bill Finger days of Batman. Hear the hosts talk about their thoughts on very unique and powerful music, the head cannon that ties...2021-08-211h 07The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 171 - Batman Beyond - ZetaContinuing with the month of August, the Good Brothers proceed with their Batman Beyond reviews, this week being the final hurdle between excuses as to why they haven't reviewed The Zeta Project yet with his introduction in the aptly titled episode "Zeta." Hear the hosts talk why they have a hard time relating or feeling any emotion for a robot with the head that looks like the True Religion logo, and how this robot differs from other more sympathetic examples of cartoon robots. The hosts also discuss a few visual gaffes and shortcuts, where TV shows The Fugitive and...2021-08-141h 04
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 169 - Elseworlds - SchooledA fifth Saturday in the month means a trip around the Multiverse as the Good Brothers review an episode from the very popular Young Justice series, titled "Schooled." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that sees a more comic-faithful version of the android Amazo and why Superman playing the role of a deadbeat Dad just feels...alien. Stunning visuals abound with alternate motorcycle costumes for the heroes, a gang of robotic M.O.N.Q.I.s, car chases, crumbling bridge rescues and fights on a moving trains. Plus hear the hosts discuss a shift in how music was...2021-07-311h 22The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 168 - Superman: The Animated Series - Warrior QueenWith just two weeks left in the month of July the Good Brothers soldier on through their continued reviews of Superman: The Animated Series with this week's review of "Warrior Queen." Hear the hosts discuss the comic origins of Maxima, the episode's confusing lead that's played as a redemptive anti-hero in theory, but felt like a bit of a let down to the hosts as they dissect the plot. Also hear visuals discussed featuring several nods to galaxies far, far away and other places that no man has gone before, music that resounds of the Roman coliseum and a...2021-07-241h 05The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 167 - Superman: The Animated Series - Action FiguresTwo kids, an active volcano and Metallo...what could go wrong? The Good Brothers are rolling through the month of July with another review of Superman: The Animated Series and this week they're reviewing "Action Figures." The hosts talk about the return of the Metallo theme and how it so perfectly melds into the rest of the soundtrack, a well known 80s movie legend making another small voice cameo in the DCAU, and another special suit for Superman to use to sell toys....er defeat evil! Also hear another nominee for Worst Dad in DCAU History™, a discussion on th...2021-07-171h 09The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 166 - Superman: The Animated Series - The PrometheonIt's been a busy week here at the DCAU Review but we're not stopping as we bring you our third episode of the week, this one is standard fare however, discussing the Superman: The Animated Series episode "The Prometheon." The Good Brothers discuss an episode that's light on dialogue and action and with a plot that compares to classic monster films. Hear discussions on some not-so subtle commentary on why certain people fear "aliens", a soundtrack that was tasked with carrying a larger-than-normal load, and why a lack of dialogue in this episode was necessary. Plus, some visual nods...2021-07-101h 03
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 20 - Batman The Adventures Continue Season 2 - Court Fight Part IIIf you haven't gotten enough DCAU Review content yet this week, well you're in luck because not only are the Good Brothers releasing a standard episode this week, they've released a pair of Bonus Episodes as well! This second bonus episode is the recap and review of issue number two of Batman The Adventures Continue: Season Two which features part two of the introduction of the Court of Owls to the DCAU. Hear the hosts discuss their thoughts on the story of the issue, whether the storyline's quick resolution feels a little unsatisfying, and lots of talk on whether...2021-07-0952 min
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 19 - Justice League Infinity - The Crack'd Mirror Part IAfter several months of anticipation, the most exciting week in the DCAU community in recent memory is here and the Good Brothers have plenty of content to act as a companion for two new DCAU tie-in comics. This episode kicks off monthly reviews of Justice League Infinity, which pairs JLU writer and J.M DeMatteis with DCAU Legend, Director/Writer/Producer/Storyboard Artist James Tucker as writers for the comic with art from Ethen Beavers and Nick Filardi and picks up right after season 3 of Justice League Unlimited. This episode the hosts discuss their joy of being back in...2021-07-0841 min
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 160 - Elseworlds - Justice League DarkIt's the final curtain on the Month of Magic at the DCAU Review and the Good Brothers are taking a trip around the Animated Multiverse and stopping in the DCAMU for an Elseworlds tale from the Tuckerverse. The hosts sit down to discuss the feature-length fil Justice League Dark to wrap up Magic May and talk everything from Matt Ryan's John Constantine and Alfred Molina's Destiny, to some truly horrifying visuals in the form of demonic babies. Plus, hear about visuals that draw comparisons to a Marvel mystic's powers, chemistry between Constantine and Zatanna, Etrigan speaking in rhyme and...2021-05-291h 19The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 158 - Justice League - The Terror Beyond Part I & IIWeek 3 of the "Month of Magic" continues as Cal & Liam highlight mystical characters featured in the DCAU, this week heading backwards on the timeline to the Justice League episodes "The Terror Beyond Parts I & II." The Good Brothers discuss a plot that sees several heroes doing battle with one another, the return of Doctor Fate and a heavily featured Solomon Grundy. Hear the hosts discuss the differences in tone between the two parts, strong visuals with nods to Marvel characters, 80s Sci Fi, H.P. Lovecraft and even West Coast Skateboarding culture. Plus, music from the Dynamic Music Partners...2021-05-151h 06The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 157- Justice League Unlimited - This Little PiggyThe month of Magic continues as the Good Brothers continue their trip highlighting some of the DCAU's mystical all-stars, and this week is sure to go down as one of the most controversial DCAU Review episodes to date as they cover the Justice League Unlimited episode "This Little Piggy." Whether you love or hate this episode, there's no denying this is a Paul Dini written episode, featuring his humor on full display and the hosts discuss that heavily in the plot discussion, including the rare strong disagreement about the execution of the plot that sees Wonder Woman transformed into...2021-05-081h 16The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 156 - Superman: The Animated Series - The Hand of FateEverything's magic during "Magic May" here at the DCAU Review, as Cal and Liam kick off their month celebrating the mystical-side of the DCAU with the Superman The Animated Series episode entitled "The Hand of Fate." Hear the Good Brothers discuss what one would think is the introduction to the Dr. Fate character in the DCAU, but isn't quite what it seems as they discuss in a very confusing plot. Hear a breakdown of the visuals of the dark creatures from the underworld, storyboarded by DCAU legend James Tucker. Also the hosts discuss a soundtrack that wasn't quite given...2021-05-0157 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 155 - Batman: The Animated Series - ZatannaThe Good Brothers are wrapping up the month of April with one more review from Batman: The Animated Series with this week's discussion of "Zatanna." This episode has the designation of being the first indication of there being a larger superhero presence outside of the Dark Knight and the hosts discuss the decision to make Zatanna a performer rather than a crime-fighting sorceress. They also discuss some hilarious head canon about the true identity of Dr. Montague Kane, whether Batman kills two thugs, and the GCPD's snap response to send Zatanna to jail. Plus call backs to discussions about...2021-04-241h 01The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 154 - Batman: The Animated Series - Paging The Crime DoctorThe doctor is definitely in this week as Cal and Liam continue reviewing Batman: The Animated Series episodes all month, and this week's episode "Paging The Crime Doctor" is another story-driven episode that doesn't need to focus on the colorful Batman Rogues Gallery to tell a compelling tale. Hear the Good Brothers discuss a plot that centers around a pair of not-so-good brothers and more backstory for some of Batman's closest supporting characters. Cal and Liam speculate on Dr. Leslie Thompkins past involvement with Thomas Wayne, a soundtrack that carries the episode with an amazingly poignant callback to one...2021-04-171h 09The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 150 - DCAU Review - Favorites Thus FarThe milestone 150th episode of the DCAU Review is upon us, and the Good Brothers are taking this opportunity to celebrate with a look back at some of their favorite episodes they've reviewed thus far in this supersized edition. Join the hosts as they go through and discuss some of the more surprising and memorable moments in each of their standard categories of plot, animation & visuals, music, and voice acting. Not only will you hear fresh perspectives on why these episodes meant so much to Cal and Liam, but you'll also hear about some of the more surprising moments...2021-03-201h 57The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 149 - Justice League Unlimited - The Cat and The CanaryCal & Liam continue in their month of Justice League Unlimited coverage, with the introduction of Black Canary to the DCAU in the episode "The Cat and The Canary." Hear the hosts discuss a plot taken straight out of a Clint Eastwood drama, visuals that dazzle and captivate, albeit with a bit of inconsistency. Also, hear the Good Brothers talk about an all-time great cast that features none of the original #JLU Seven and much more on this week's all-new DCAU Review!Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard!Be sure to subscribe to Th...2021-03-131h 07
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastDiscuss This League - Vol. 1 - The Batman The Animated Series RebootOn the next Discuss This League...
From the creators of the DCAU Review, a new feature is birthed where you'll get to hear various content creators debate various topics in a fun roundtable format!
Kicking things off, Volume 1 of the Discuss This League is a discourse on the recent news regarding a potential Batman: The Animated Series revival for the HBO Max streaming service. This inaugural panel features three major players in the DCAU content community discussing their thoughts on this very exciting but controversial topic.
The panel includes The DCAU Review's own...2021-02-221h 09The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 142 - Superman: The Animated Series - Livewire w/ Nathan from Superman: The Animated PodcastEpisode 142 of the DCAU Review Podcast is here and the Good Brothers are not alone this week. Joining the hosts is yet another Special Guest Correspondent, this time in the form of a Superman expert as Nathan MacKenzie from Superman: The Animated Podcast joins the show to review the memorable season 2 episode of Superman: The Animated Series titled "Livewire." Hear Cal and Liam talk with Nathan, who broadcasts from the Land Down Under and does his own reviews of the Man of Steel, about the introduction of the villainous femme fatale known as Livewire. Hear them discuss a plot...2021-01-231h 11The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 137 – Static Shock – Frozen OutHappy Holidays from the DCAU Review! We are celebrating this week with our latest holiday-offering from the DCAU by sticking with our month of Static Shock and reviewing the season two episode “Frozen Out” which keeps with the Static tradition of dealing with difficult, real-world issues while sprinkling in some fun and seasonal celebration. The Good Brothers discuss why this tends to be the forgotten DCAU Christmas episode, where the episode succeeds and where it falls a little bit short, why two animation studios might be better than one, and a hilarious break down of the non-specific, rights-free holiday songs...2020-12-1952 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 122 – Superman: The Animated Series – In Brightest Day…As announced on last week’s episode, the Good Brothers are mixing things up for the month of September, reviewing a month of Green Lantern episodes featured all across DC animation in honor of the Green Lantern’s 80th anniversary. Kicking off the month, the hosts are covering the first appearance of the Green Lantern in the DCAU with Superman: The Animated Series episode “In Brightest Day…” which features fan-favorite Kyle Rayner. Cal and Liam discuss the episode in detail, including how it feels like a backdoor pilot for an unfulfilled Green Lantern animated spin-off, the soaring and memorable GL theme us...2020-09-0555 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 107 – Batman Beyond – Terry’s Friend Dates A RobotIt’s Episode 107 of the DCAU Review and the Good Brothers are covering one of their favorite episodes in all of the DC Animated Universe, the Batman Beyond episode “Terry’s Friend Dates a Robot.” Discussions include the absolute absurd plot co-written by a DCAU legend including how a high school would allow a brand new mystery student on campus without any sort of questioning, one line of dialogue that our hosts believe could be the funniest in DCAU history, another plea for WB to release the Batman Beyond soundtrack and a special segment in honor of this week’s episode titl...2020-05-2352 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 100 – Justice League -Starcrossed Parts I, II & IIIIt’s the landmark 100th episode of the DCAU Review, and The Good Brothers are reviewing one of the most pivotal episodes in the history of the DCAU. Cal & Liam discuss the events leading up to Starcrossed and break down one of the most heart-wrenching romances to playout in the DCAU, while also talking about the shortcomings of the CGI mixed into the digital animation, the decision to make the main baddie a Hawkman-ish character, the awesomeness of the Batcave battle scene, and easter eggs from Batman ’66. Plus a discussion around the gorgeous soundtrack, Carl Lumbly’s screams, why the fi...2020-04-041h 13
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 95 – Elseworlds – Superman: Red SonAs the month of February draws to a close, our hosts are leaving the DCAU and kicking off our second annual Elseworlds month. This time the Good Brothers will be doing all Elseworlds Superman tales, and kicking things off with the brand new Superman: Red Son movie by Warner Brothers Animation, with executive producer Bruce Timm. There are plenty of ties to the DCAU as you’ll hear as the hosts break down some of the differences between the movie and source material, why some of the changes may work, while others leave character motivations questionable at best and wh...2020-02-291h 03The DCAU PodcastDCAU Podcast: Meet Your HostsAlan Sharpe and Rebecca Hart join forces to explore the world of DC Animated Movies, a journey featuring a variety of characters, universes and more varieties of Batman than you can count on your hands, The DCAU Podcast is a fortnightly rewatch Podcast.
Presented by Alan Sharpe & Rebecca Hart
Edited by Alan Sharpe
Theme: Chiptune Hero by Teknoaxe
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The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastBonus Ep. 2 – Ten Favorite DCAU ToysTo celebrate the start of the Holiday season, Cal & Liam are bringing you a special gift in the form of their second BONUS episode ever, and this one is set to bring back a whole bunch of nostalgic feelings. The Good Brothers are talking about their top ten favorite toys from the DCAU on this extended episode. From the early Kenner Batman: The Animated Series figures to the Superman: The Animated Series and The New Batman Adventures toys of the mid to late nineties, all the way up through Hasbro’s Batman Beyond and Mattel’s Justice League and Justice Le...2019-11-291h 31The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 47 – Justice League Unlimited – Justice League vs The Fatal FiveIt's finally here! Episode 47 of the DCAU Review has the Good Brothers discussing the newly released feature-length movie from WB Animation, Justice League vs The Fatal Five. Get a full review from Cal and The DCAU Review Twitter Guru, including plot break down, discussion of thoughts going into the viewing and after. Plus Liam floats a potential connection to Batman Beyond: Return of The Joker, lots of discussion of the Hall of Justice Museum scene, the surprise cameos from a few DCAU favorites and how this movie compares with other DCAU entries. Plus a complete scorecard and much more!2019-03-301h 07
The DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastEp. 33 – Elseworlds – Invasion Of The Secret Santas!Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the DCAU Review! Your hosts, Cal & Liam have a special gift for you this week, a trip to another dimension in the DCAU Multiverse, also known as an Elseworlds tale! In this week's episode, the Good Brothers are searching for the Christmas Spirit and delve into the Silver Age world of Batman: The Brave and the Bold episode entitled "Invasion of The Secret Santas!" that thankfully, features a few familiar voices and faces to traditional DCAU fans. The boys discuss the odd a sudden dark turn that may be the episode's only misstep, B...2018-12-2228 minThe DCAU Review: A DC Comics Animation PodcastThe DCAU Review Podcast TrailerThe DCAU Review podcast brings you insight, commentary and entertainment while looking back at your favorite DC Comics animated cartoons from your childhood. Episodes drop every Saturday!Please Consider Supporting the Podcast:Become a monthly or one time supporter of the pod at https://buymeacoffee.com/DCAUReviewSubscribe to the pod on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star reviewSubscribe to our new YouTube Channel Support the pod by picking up some merch at our shop https://dcaureview.myspreadshop.comFollow us: Twitter/X @DCAUReview Instagram @DCAUReview2017-11-0100 min