Randy and Kris respond to the Bat Signal and sit down for a Bat Chat with ⁠Doug Lief⁠, host of the ⁠Nostalgium Arcanum⁠ podcast, to discuss a double-header of classics from Batman: The Animated Series. The panelists dig into “Almost Got ‘Im” and “Baby-Doll” in order to get to the bottom of the magic that allowed this children’s program to both bring out the best of Batman’s Rogues’ Gallery and establish memorable new foes.

Of course, the team also digs into Doug’s personal history with the show, celebrates the creative team behind the program, and ties the themes and ideas of the episodes to the larger world of literature and pop culture. Also, as is customary on Media/Lit, the guys each take home one memorable still frame to commemorate their chat!

Be sure to check out Doug’s absolutely phenomenal podcast, ⁠Nostalgium Arcanum⁠, wherever you get your podcasts! While you are checking out his work, don’t miss the very special guest spots from your Media/Lit hosts covering The Land Before Time and The Santa Clause!

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