Brotherhood of Batman
By Jake, Ben, and Aaron
Brotherhood of BatmanMar 28, 2019
263. Teen Titans: A Kids Game
We went out of order, oh well. You get what you get! This week the brothers head to the library to check up on the beginning of the Teen Titans series. We discuss mead, Kid Flash's sudden desire to read, and wonder what Lex does when everyone else leaves the lab. Thanks for listening!
Read: Teen Titans: A Kids Game
Next: Batman: Death and the Maidens
262. Elseworlds: Superman vs. Lobo
Aaron chose another Lobo story this week for the brothers to read. Surely it will be better than the last Lobo book, right? The brother discuss last sons, Lobo and Superman trade places, and Jake tried to take notes. Thanks for listening.
Read: Superman vs. Lobo - Black Label
Next: Batman - Death and the Maidens
261. Detective Comics #777-782
Villains are being targeted by a disgruntled former co-worker, I'm sure it will be fine. This week the brothers read Detective Comics #777-782. We discuss Gordon as a professor, Penguin gets a little hung up, and Batman expresses his thoughts on 'freaks'. Thanks for listening.
Read: Detective Comics #777-782
Next: Superman Vs. Lobo Black Label
260. Titans/Young Justice: Graduation Day
Titans and YJ both ending at the same time? Nightwing, say it ain't so? Or, better yet, say it is... This week the brothers read TItans/Young Justice: Graduation Day. We discuss weird alien robots, Superboy gets redressed, and Ben regales us with some DC history. Thanks for listening!
Read: Titans/Young Justice: Graduation Day
Next: Detective Comics #777-782
259. Gotham Central, Vol. 1
"We got this, Batman. We don't need you."-Sincerely, GCPD
This week the brothers read Gotham Central, Vol. 1. We discuss Renee Montoya and her love life, Ben shares his perspective, and Harvey struggles with his love-life. Thanks for listening!
Read: Gotham Central, Vol. 1
Next: Titans/Young Justice: Graduation Day
258. Young Justice #52-55
The Secret is out and Slo-Bo is No-Mo. This week the brothers read Young Justice #52-55. We discuss bald caps and Robin wigs, Darkseid hires and fires, and Slo-Bo strikes a pose. Thanks for listening.
Read: Young Justice #52-55
Next: Gotham Central Vol. 1
257. Catwoman - Relentless
Someone is moving on up in the East Side of Gotham and is throwing a wrench into Selena's good deeds. This week the brothers read Catwoman - Relentless. We discuss rhymes to get people to eat, Slam makes his move on Selena, and Maggie probably visits Shondra. Thanks for listening.
Read: Catwoman - Relentless
Next: Young Justice #52-55
256. Hush Part 2
The bandages come off this week as the brothers finish Batman Hush. Riddles are unraveled as we discuss the possibility of Wesker being Hush, the retrun of Jason Todd?, and Bruce tries to have a relationship with Selena. Thanks for listening!
Read: Hush Part 2 - Batman #614-619
Next: Catwoman Relentless
255. Hush Part 1
This week the brothers read the first 6 issues of Batman: Hush. Jake's stalling tactics have run out and Ben is excited! We discuss Lee and Williams art, Bruce reunites with an old friend, and the toybox is open for play. Thanks for listening.
Read: Hush Part 1 - Batman #608-613
Next: Hush Part 2 - Batman #613-619
254. Azrael #90, 92-100
The brothers are back to talk about the end of Azrael and his 90's comic. Lilhy and Biis hang around to surprise Azrael, JPV says his goodbyes to the Bat-family, and Ben misses Shondra's return. Thanks for listening!
Read: Azrael-Agent of the Bat #90, 92-100
Next: Batman - Hush
253. Young Justice: World without Young Justice
Read: Young Justice: World without Young Justice
Next: Some Azrael issues....
252. Bruce Wayne Fugitive Vol. 3
It's the holiday season! The brothers are back after a brief absence due to life. This week we finish discussing Vol. 3 of Bruce Wayne Fugitive. We talk about David Cain's grudge against Batman, Ben gets a new soapbox theme song, and Sasha Bordeaux becomes a new woman. Thanks for listening!
Read: Bruce Wayne Fugitive, Vol. 3
Next: Young Justice- World without Young Justice
251. Bruce Wayne Fugitive Vol. 2
Bruce is on the loose and Sasha gets life without parole, fun times. This week the brothers find out who really killed Vesper Fairchild. We discuss Slovenia, Bruce apologies (sort of), and the murderer is revealed. Thanks for listening.
Read: Bruce Wayne Fugitive Vol. 2
Next: Bruce Wayne Fugitive Vol. 3
250. Bruce Wayne-Fugitive Vol. 1
Bruce Wayne on the lamb? Is there still a Bruce in there or is it just Batman? This week the brothers read the first volume of Bruce Wayne-Fugitive. We discuss Bruce buying a gun, Alfred snooping through the recycling bin, and try to figure out whodunit. Thanks for listening.
Read: Bruce Wayne-Fugitive Vol. 1
Next: Bruce Wayne-Fugitive Vol. 2
249. Bruce Wayne Murderer?
Read: Bruce Wayne Murderer?
Next: Batman - Bruce Wayne Fugitive Vol. 1
248. Young Justice and Robin
This week the brothers catch up on what happened with Robin and Young Justice during Our Worlds at War and Joker's Last laugh. We discuss Lobo's multiple personalities, Batman's inability to keep a secret, and how Alfred enjoys the dorm life. Thanks for listening!
Read: Robin #87-88 and Young Justice #37-38
Next: Batman-Bruce Wayne Murderer?
247. Batman - The Joker's Last Laugh
Read: Batman - The Joker's Last Laugh
Next: Young Justice #37-38 and Robin #87-88
246. 5th Anniversary Special
Thank you for listening to our nonsense for the last 5 years! This week the brothers celebrate 5 years of the podcast with mini-games and some top/bottom 5 lists. Aaron quizzes Jake and Ben on song intros, who said it, and much more. Hope you enjoy!
Next: Joker's Last Laugh
245. Superman: Our Worlds At War Part 2
The world traveler has returned! Pluto that is, in the form of Warworld. And Ben is back too. This week the brothers read the second half of Superman: Our Worlds At War. We discuss vending machines and lost luggage, Impulse's split personality, and Lex being presidential. Thanks for listening!
Read: Superman-Our Worlds At War Vol. 2
Next: 5th Anniversary Special
244. Superman: Our Worlds At War Part 1
Heroes and Villains uniting? Batman busy? Sounds about right. This week the brothers read the first volume of Superman: Our Worlds At War. We discuss what happened to Pluto, Lex as a father, and dumb characters like Imperiex. Thanks for listening!
Read: Superman-Our Worlds at War Vol. 1
Next: Superman-Our Worlds at War Vol. 2
243. Batman/Lobo: Deadly Serious
Time for the Main Man Bastiches! Batman is teleported to space and meets up with Lobo for some interstellar nonsense. The brothers discuss estrogen, police databases, and Ben pulls out his soapbox. Thanks for listening.
Read: Batman/Lobo: Deadly Serious 1 and 2
Next: Superman: Our World's at War
242. Catwoman - Selena's Big Score & The Dark End of the Street
The brothers are back after a month long summer break filled with birthdays, work, vacations, and more crap. The brothers spend most of this episode discussing nonsense and a few minutes talking about Catwoman. We discuss going to the movies, Lego, and a little bit abour Catwoman and Batman. Thanks for listening.
Read: Catwoman: Selina's Big Score & Catwoman: The Dark End of the Street
Next: Batman/Lobo: Deadly Serious
241. Catwoman #91-94 and Detective Comics #759
Read: Catwoman #91-94 and Detective Comics #759
Next: Catwoman's Big Score and Dark end of the Street
240. Batman - New Gotham Vol. 2
Retirement parties, puppies, and Papa! This week the brothers read (most of) Batman New Gotham Vol. 2. We discuss Krypto the Dog, Kryptonite the Ring, and Harvey takes a #2. Thanks for listening!
Read: Batman New Gotham Vol. 2
Next: Catwoman #91-94 and Detective #759-762. We probably are adding some additional Catwoman issues because we forgot to hit record! Stay tuned.
239. Batman - Officer Down
Read: Batman - Officer Down
Next: Batman - New Gotham Vol. 2
238. The Flash - Movie Review
Watch: The Flash - in theaters now!
Next: Batman - Officer Down
237. Superman - President Lex
Read: Superman - President Lex
Next: Batman - Officer Down
236. Harley Quinn - Preludes and Knock Knock Jokes
Harley and Joker's love takes a rollarcoaster ride in her first stand alone series. The brothers discuss the process for hiring goons, Big Barda redecorates Wayne Manor, and Harley gets her pets back. Thanks for listening.
Read: Harley Quinn Vol. 1 - Preludes and Knock Knock Jokes
Next: Superman-President Lex
235. Orca and Ivy
Read: Batman #579-581 and Detective Comics #751-752
Next: Poison Ivy Vol. 1 - Preludes and Knock Knock Jokes
234. Huntress - Cry for Blood
Read: Huntress - Cry for Blood
Next: Batman #579-581 and Detective Comics #751-752
233. Go Go Bat Gadgets!
Next: Huntress - Cry for Blood
232. Batgirl - Silent Running
The newest member of the Bat-family uses instinct to remain silent. Or does she? This week the brothers find out more about the origins of Cassandra Cain and how she fits in with the other members of the Bat-family. We discuss the OG Batgirl and her support for Cassandra, Cassandra grapples with the tough concepts of pencil and window, and Batman is his usual supportive self. Thanks for listening!
Read: Batgirl - Silent Running
Next: Huntress - Cry for Blood
231. Superman: Emperor Joker
Read: Superman: Emperor Joker
Next: Batgirl: Silent Running
230. JLA - Tower of Babel
It is always good to have contingency plans in case superheroes go rogue, right? Right..? This week the brothers read Tower of Babel. We discuss low-cut mens clothing, aquaphobia, and Talia stands by her man(men?). Thanks for listening!
Read: JLA-Tower of Babel
Next: Emperor Joker
229. Batman - Evolutions
Read: Batman - Evolutions (Detective Comics #742-750)
Next: JLA: The Tower of Babel and Secret Files #3
228. Young Justice - Sins of the Youth Part 2
Ben continues to torture his bros with more angsty kids, teens, and stupid adults. The brothers, and special guest Sarah, read the second half of the Sins of Youth story. We discuss lip reading, Flavor-aid, and poor Herman who is just trying to do his job. Thanks for listening!
Read: Continue in Volumes 2 and 3 of Young Justice (Superboy #74; Crisis on Infantile Earths; Sins of Youth JLA Jr. #1; Sins of Young Batboy & Robin #1; Sins of Youth Starwoman & JSA Jr. #1; Superman & Superboy Jr. #1; Young Justice Sing of the Youth #2; Young Justice #20)
Next: Detective Comics #742 and Batman-Evolutions
227. Young Justice-Sins of the Youth Part 1
Kids? Teenagers? Adults? Heroes? Who knows! Ben makes his brothers, and special guest Sarah, read Young Justice-Sins of the Youth. We discuss MANY different "Superheroes", Stargirl and Starwoman, and Bum Bum Bum some Witchboy. Thanks for tuning in!
Read: Young Justice #15-19 and Sins of the Youth #1. All can be found in the collected Volumes 2 and 3 of Young Justice.
Next: Continue in Volumes 2 and 3 of Young Justice (Superboy #74; Crisis on Infantile Earths; Sins of Youth JLA Jr. #1; Sins of Young Batboy & Robin #1; Sins of Youth Starwoman & JSA Jr. #1; Superman & Superboy Jr. #1; Young Justice Sing of the Youth #2; Young Justice #20)
226. Harleen
This week the brothers further explore the decent into madness of Dr. Quinzel by reading the DC Black Label story Harleen. We discuss the talents of Stjepan Sejic, Harvey and Harley's choices, and Killer Croc's insatiable appetite. Thanks for listening.
Read: Harleen (DC Black Label)
Next: Young Justice #15-19 and Sins of the Youth #1
225. Mad Love
The brothers have left No Man's Land behind and are taking a psychological dive into the life of Dr. Harleen Quinzel. We discuss revving up motorcycles, whether or not piranhas can smile, and Aaron shares some artwork. Thanks for listening!
Read: Batman: Mad Love
Next: Harleen
224. No Man's Land Part 13-Finale
Is Ben going to be the Sunshine back into Gotham? Will everything work out well for the heroes and be back to the way it was? This week the brothers finish the No Man's Land storyline. We uncover Joker's babyish evil plans, No Man's land act is lifted, and Batman and Gordon seek comfort as the new year rings in. Thanks for listening!
Read: Legends of the Dark Knight #126, Batman #574, Detective Comics #741, Robin #73(not sure why), and Shadow of the Bat #94
Next: Batman-Mad Love
223. No Man's Land Part 12
Meesa worried about Gotham! No Man's Land is about to reach it's conclusion. This week the brothers continue their dive into the NML storyline. We discuss Lex's rebuilding efforts, Oracle's roleplaying abilities, and Joker wants some respect. Thanks for listening!
Read: No Man's Land #0, Batman #573, Detective Comics #740, and Azrael #60
Next: Conclusion to No Man's Land! Legends of the Dark Knight #126, Batman #574, Detective Comics #741, Robin #73, and Shadow of the Bat #94
222. No Man's Land Part 11
Read: Batman #572, Detective Comics #739, Legends of the Dark Knight #125, Nightwing #38-39, and Shadow of the Bat #93
Next: No Man's Land #0, Batman #573, Detective Comics #740, and Azrael #60
221. 4th Anniversary Special
Can you believe the brothers have been doing this nonsense for over four years? To celebrate, Aaron has put together a few games and an interactive activity that will hopefully have everyone laughing. Thank you for your continued listening and support. Hope you enjoy!
Next: Batman #572, Detective Comics #739, Legends of the Dark Knight #125, Nightwing #38-39, and Shadow of the Bat #93
220. No Man's Land Part 10
This week the brothers continue their deep dive into No Man's Land as Ben and Aaron look for a way out. We discuss Superman's disquise abilities, whether or not Killer Croc wears Crocs with his suit, and Azrael tries to make Batman happy. Thanks for tuning in!
We read: Shadow of the Bat #92, Robin #71-72, Chronicles of Batman #18, Azrael #59, and Catwoman #75
Next: 4th Anniversary Special
Next read: Batman #572, Detective Comics #739, Legends of the Dark Knight #125, Nightwing #38-39, and Shadow of the Bat #93
219. No Man's Land Part 9
Vote Joker 1999 for president of G̶o̶t̶h̶a̶m̶ No Man's Land! This week the brothers continue their No Man's Land quest and catch up with Joker, Harley, Bane, and Two-Face. We discuss Harley's code for dating, Batman's hatred for Gin, and Two-Face shows off his robe. Thanks for Tuning in!
We read: Detective Comics #736, Batman #570, Detective Comics #737, Batman #571, and Detective Comics #738
Next: Shadow of the Bat #92, Robin #71-72, Chronicles of Batman #18, Azrael #59, and Catwoman #75
218. No Man's Land Part 8
More teenage Superheroes...and Azrael! This week the brothers (rat)catch up with Robin, JPV, and Leslie Thompkins in No Man's Land. We discuss maternity superhero cosplay, poop-ice, and Azrael's mommy issues. Thanks for tuning in!
We read: Robin #68-70 and Azrael #58
Next: Detective Comics # 736, Batman #570, Detective Comics #737, Batman #571, and Detective Comics #738
217. No Man's Land Part 7
We are back to No Man's Land this week as we catch up with Catwoman, Batgirl, and Killer Croc. We discuss Selena Kyle's round trip to Manhattan, Batgirl needing to find some gas, and Croc wants to be king. Thanks for tuning in!
We Read: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of the Bat #89
Next: Robin #68-70 and Azrael #58
216. Kevin Conroy Tribute
This week the brothers pay tribute to the great Kevin Conroy. We read his recently published comic in the 2022 DC Pride issue. We also watched his favorite episode of the Batman the Animated Series, Perchance to Dream. Thank you for the memories.
We Read/Watched: DC Pride 2022-Finding Batman and BTAS- Perchance to Dream
Next: Back to No Man's Land: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of the Bat #89
215. The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries
Ruh-Roh! Zoinks! Holy Mystery Inc, Batman. This week the brothers are joined by their old, old, oldest sister Sara for an out of continuity episode featuring the team-up of Batman and Scooby-Doo. We interview our sister, discuss ascots, and long for more Nancy Drew. Thanks for tuning in!
We read: The Batman & Scooby-Doo Mysteries #1-12
Next: Catwoman #72-74, Batman #569, and Shadow of the Bat #89
214. No Man's Land Part 6: Harley Quinn
We Read: Harley Quinn (One-shot issue)
Next: No Man's Land Vol. 3 - Batman #569, Catwoman #72-74, and Shadow of the Bat #89
Also sometime soon: Batman Scooby-Doo Mysteries