Batman University

Batman University is back in session! James Thomson and Nathan Alderman join Tony for a discussion of Fox’s “Gotham.” Tune in to hear our thoughts on how a half-baked comic book show was reborn into an unmissable train wreck.

"Gotham"

Tony Sindelar with James Thomson and Nathan Alderman

Batman University is back for a panel discussion of the Lego Batman Movie. We pull apart why this movie is such a great (and important!) depiction of Batman and do an impromptu draft of a our favorite Lego Batman moments.

"The Lego Batman Movie"

Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms, Nathan Alderman and Lisa Schmeiser

It’s final exam week here at Batman University, which means it’s time to expand our podcast to an entire panel for a discussion of the animated movie “Mask of the Phantasm.”

We attempt to remember back to what life was like in 1993, someone compares Tony to Harvey Bullock, and we determine how this movies stacks up against the other Batman animated movies.

Many classic “Batman: The Animated Series” episodes are referenced. Links in the show notes.

"Mask of the Phantasm"

Tony Sindelar with Chip Sudderth, David J. Loehr, Dan Moren and Philip Mozolak

Glenn Fleishman joins Tony to discuss the classic Batman the Animated Series episode “Beware the Grey Ghost.” We discuss childhood experiences with Batman and comics stores, the obsolete technology available in Batman the Animated Series, and of course we have to talk a bit bout Star Trek.

We also acknowledge a lot of references.

"Beware the Grey Ghost"

Tony Sindelar with Glenn Fleishman

Aleen Simms joins Tony to discuss the classic Batman the Animated Series episode “The Man Who Killed Batman.” We discuss Gotham career opportunities, Batman without Batman, and where to get a cape and cowl on short notice, and just how bad is the bureaucracy in Gotham?

"The Man Who Killed Batman" with Aleen Simms

Tony Sindelar with Aleen Simms

George Peckham-Rooney joins Tony to discuss the Batman Beyond pilot and two parter “Rebirth.” We discuss the Batman Beyond series in general, origin stories, and pilots.

"Rebirth" with George Peckham-Rooney

Tony Sindelar with George Peckham-Rooney

Joe Rosensteel joins Tony discuss the Superman Animated Series episode “Knight Time,” the visual redesign of DC animated characters, super villain group dynamics, and villain reveals that may or may not be surprising.

"Knight Time" with Joe Rosensteel

Tony Sindelar with Joe Rosensteel

Sam Einhorn joins Tony to discuss the animated movie “Mystery of the Batwoman,” the history of Batwoman, LGBT characters in comics, and Bruce Wayne’s dating life.

"Mystery of the Batwoman" with Sam Einhorn

Tony Sindelar with Sam Einhorn

Dan Moren joins Tony to discuss the Superman three parter “World’s Finest,” the Batman-Superman relationship, and Batman’s role as a team player.

"World's Finest" (Superman)

Tony Sindelar with Dan Moren

Jason Snell joins Tony to discuss Batman The Brave and The Bold episode “The Color of Revenge,” why we like this version of Batman, and the challenges of being Robin.

"The Color of Revenge" (Batman: The Brave and the Bold)

Tony Sindelar with Jason Snell