Justice League Universe Podcast

By JL Universe

What's Justice League Universe Podcast about?

In this podcast, we analyze each scene of the Warner Brothers DC Films that are part of the Justice League Universe, which started with Man of Steel and expanded with Batman v Superman. We love the depth of meaning in these films and we love discussing them with other fans. Get bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast

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Justice League Universe Podcast episodes:

04.20.2024
Episode 184: Black Adam audio commentary
Sam provides commentary for Black Adam (2022), directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. He starts at the 17-second mark when the New Line Cinema logo locks into place.http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com
03.10.2024
Episode 183: The Suicide Squad audio commentary
Sam and Mark (DC Cinematic Minute) provide a full audio commentary for The Suicide Squad (2021), written and directed by James Gunn. We start at the 13-second mark when the shadow line gets right to the bottom of the colorful...
03.02.2024
Episode 182: Wonder Woman 1984 audio commentary
Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for the full runtime of Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), directed by Patty Jenkins. At the indicated moment, we start the movie 8 seconds in, right when the DC logo appears.http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/
02.26.2024
Episode 181: [REBROADCAST] Birds of Prey audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED MAY 28 2020] Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of one Harley Quinn, directed by Cathy Yan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when...
02.17.2024
Episode 180: [REBROADCAST] Shazam! audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED AUG 1 2019] Sam and Nick provide commentary for Shazam!, directed by David Sandberg. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 16-second mark, right when the DC logo first starts to fly onto the screen.http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com
02.04.2024
Episode 179: [REBROADCAST] Aquaman audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED JUL 28 2019] Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo exits from view.http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/p/aquaman-analysis.html
01.28.2024
Episode 178: [REBROADCAST] Wonder Woman audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED SEP 26 2017] This special episode of the Justice League Universe podcast features our Wonder Woman team's commentary on the 2017 film directed by Patty Jenkins and released by Warner Brothers pictures. Included in this commentary are Sam,...
01.20.2024
Episode 177: [REBROADCAST] Suicide Squad Theatrical Cut audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED DEC 16 2016] In this episode, Alessandro and I give our commentary on the theatrical version of Suicide Squad (Warner Bros), written and directed by David Ayer. (For thoughts on the extended cut, see our past episode.) We...
01.14.2024
Episode 176: [REBROADCAST] Batman v Superman Extended Cut audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED OCT 6 2016] Alessandro and I give our commentary on the extended cut of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, directed by Zack Snyder. We synchronize our playback to the moment at the very start when the leaf...
01.06.2024
Episode 175: [REBROADCAST] Man of Steel audio commentary
[ORIGINALLY RELEASED SEP 16 2016] In this episode, Alessandro and I give our commentary on the full film of Man of Steel, directed by Zack Snyder for Warner Brothers pictures. We synchronize our playback at the 12 second mark of...
01.06.2024
Episode 174: End of the DCEU, Future of the JLU Podcast
Sam discusses what's been going on the past couple years and lays out some plans for new DCEU-based episodes in the weeks ahead.http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/
01.28.2023
Episode 173: Man of Steel - Scene 16 - "You are my son"
Jonathan reveals the Kryptonian ship and keyConnections to Superman: BirthrightConnections to Superman: Earth OneChoice and emotionFatherhood, "maybe" and "you are my son"Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter
08.05.2021
Episode 172: Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 4 - Steppenwolf Arrives
ThemysciraThe motherbox's timingSteppenwolf's designBattle in the templeHippolyta and her warriorsHorseback actionHippolyta and Menalippe discuss the ancient warning fireTranscript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html
06.11.2021
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 3 - Wonder Woman London Rescue
Terrorists on Tower Bridge Diana and the Statute of Justice The Lasso of Truth Old Bailey Fight Scene Explosion and Children's Rescue "Anything you want to be" Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/06/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
05.18.2021
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 2 - Mourning and Failure
Martha at the cemetery Some other Kent graves Bruce and Alfred between the helicopter and plane Lois and her daily visit to Heroes Park Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice_18.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
05.01.2021
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 1 - Bruce in Iceland
Superman's impact continues to spread Bruce in the mountains Icelandic village and symbols Bruce and the mayor Bruce and Arthur "Strongest alone" Poem by Rósa Guðmundsdóttir Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
04.20.2021
Man of Steel - Scene 15 - Maybe
The Kent's Midwest Farm Choice and Acts of God Wanting to help but learning about complexities Connections to Superman issue #1 "Maybe" and its controversies Zack Snyder and the power of unconditional love Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter To enter the BvS 4K giveaway, tweet #RestoreTheSynderVerse and #JLUPodcast...
04.14.2021
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Prologue Ep 1 - Death of Superman
Company Logos Lightning and connections to BvS Character's emotional reactions Super vocals The start of Victor Stone's character arc Lex's communion and continuity questions The death scream in Atlantis with Mera The death scream in Themyscira with Philippus Tom Holkenborg's music TRANSCRIPT: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2021/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-zack-snyders-justice.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at...
03.25.2021
Zack Snyder's Justice League - Themes and Character Analysis
Themes - stronger together, free will, second chances, and more (0:01:32) Introduction to character analysis (0:28:30) Bruce Wayne / Batman (0:29:13) Diana Prince / Wonder Woman (0:33:00) Victor Stone / Cyborg (0:38:16) Steppenwolf and Darkseid (0:46:29) Arthur Curry / Aquaman (0:50:38) Barry Allen / The Flash (0:54:52) Clark...
03.11.2021
Man of Steel - Scenes 13-14 - Clark Out of Water, School Bus Rescue
"Seasons" by Chris Cornell Clark stealing the clothes Flashback to the school bus Lana and Pete Young Clark saving the bus and the bully Listener Angelo Mugisa - Christian Connections Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Sam's children's book MISSING LETTERS: https://www.MissingLettersBook.com
02.23.2021
Episode 165: Man of Steel - Scene 12 - Flashback to School
Clark adrift Clark's powers begin to manifest "Swim toward it" [the island] What's wrong with Clark? Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Sam's new children's book http://www.MissingLettersBook.com
11.19.2020
Justice League - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Trailer Breakdown
On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder discussed in detail the new trailer for Zack Snyder's Justice League. The four-part film is coming to HBO Max in 2021. VERO True Social https://vero.co/ VERO'S Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSDGbownsCs Zack Snyder's Justice League Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIOU_k4mwDw HBO Max https://play.hbomax.com
10.12.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 11 - The Oil Rig
Deepwater Horizon The Human Perspective of a Superhero Clark's Screams Helicopters/Helipads Forging a Hero Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Sam's new children's book http://www.MissingLettersBook.com
09.20.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 10 - Greenhorn on the Debbie Sue
Snyder's commentary on the Krypton prologue Escape pod into the Debbie Sue ship at sea Greenhorn Clark roaming like Superman: Earth One Can you push Superman down? Clark's natural instinct to help Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
08.23.2020
Justice League Snyder Cut - DC FanDome Trailer Reaction
Sam and Alessandro discuss the trailer that premiered at DC FanDome. They share their general reactions, the new connections to Batman v Superman, the upgrade in villains, the emotional elements of the film, and various other tidbits (including parallels to...
08.16.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 9 - Lara's Goodbye
Symbol of hope Krypton's destruction and columns of fire Lara's poise and call for a better world Music and destruction juxtaposition Armor Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/08/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-9.html Follow @JLUPodcast on twitter Support the show and get bonus content at www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
07.05.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 8 - The Trial of General Zod
Light and sunset Homage to Superman: The Movie and Superman II Zod's outburst and personal vendetta against the Els Black Zero and the Phantom Zone Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-8.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show and get bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
05.28.2020
Birds of Prey - Special Episode - Audio Commentary
Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of one Harley Quinn, directed by Cathy Yan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo settles...
05.24.2020
Man of Steel - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Commentary
On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder (and Debbie Snyder and some special guests) shared a full audio commentary of Man of Steel. This audio has been resynchronized to remove the pause/break so you can watch it along with the movie....
05.21.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 7 - Zod Confronts Jor-El
Jor-El's Battle Armor Visual framing of Jor-El and Zod Zod and thematic "heresy" Jor-El fights Zod Lara rejects Zod's appeal Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/05/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-7.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://patreon.com/JLUPodcast
04.21.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 6 - Zod Attacks the Citadel
Ships silhouetted against the Kryptonian sun Jor-El's battle armor Lara and Kryptonian technology Zod as General Apocalypse Now El's in beams of steam and light Faora Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-6.html Follow @JLUPodcast on twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast Special thanks to @PrimeEarthMook
04.06.2020
Batman v Superman - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Commentary
On VERO True Social, Zack Snyder (and Debbie Snyder, briefly) shared a full audio commentary of the ultimate edition of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. This audio has been resynchronized to remove the pause/break so you can watch it...
04.04.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 5 - Jor and Lara Ready the Pod
Capes and voice-overs in prior scenes Artificial and organic Selecting a destination Setting the stage for Superman's powers (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nFJPdFWrJPE) Lara's maternal instincts and correct predictions "God" and Moses The codex and the command key Kal's first flight and Hans' musical humanity (https://youtu.be/mjKhLRphKTY) Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/04/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-5.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the...
03.23.2020
Man of Steel - Scene 4 - Jor-El Retrieves the Codex
An active Genesis Chamber Color and Music Kryptonian Codex Jor-El Climbing, Falling, and Flying Chase Scene and Damaged Moon Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2020/03/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-4.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
01.18.2020
Justice League - Scenes 24 & 25 - Silas Abduction, Gotham PD
Straight-down camera angle Stone's messy apartment Creepy parademon moment Match cut into Gotham PD Kidnappings and a world gone crazy Gordon and Crispus Follow @JLUPodcast, @ottensam, @bego205 on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast https://screenrant.com/justice-league-zack-snyder-cut-hbo-max-release-perfect/
11.30.2019
Man of Steel - Scene 3 - Jor-El Escapes
Scene 2 - "look to the stars" connection Lens flares and light Jor-El's fighting ability Lara's active role Zack Snyder's panning destructive shot (https://twitter.com/ItsDavery/status/1014616181917937664) H'Raka and flying Crimes in desperate times Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/11/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-3.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the show at https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
09.22.2019
Man of Steel - Scene 2 - Jor-El at the Kryptonian Council
Organic and artificial in the establishing shot Tribunal setting and costume design Jor-El's warnings about Krypton's destruction Look to the stars The arrival of General Zod Endless debates and potential backstory between Zod and Jor-El Monsters, camera work, and music Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-2.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter Support the...
09.07.2019
Man of Steel - Scene 1 - Birth of Kal-El
Setting the mood on Krypton Kryptonian language Hans Zimmer's approach to the Superman theme Heartbeats, life, and pain Birth motif Introducing liquid geo Holding life and hope in his hands Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/09/jlu-scene-by-scene-man-of-steel-scene-1.html Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter http://www.manofsteelanswers.com/ Thesis on Man of Steel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7p5-14rjWUM
08.01.2019
Shazam! - Special Episode - Audio Commentary
Sam and Nick provide commentary for Shazam!, directed by David Sandberg. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 16-second mark, right when the DC logo first starts to fly onto the screen. Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter @ottensam @JLUPodN https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/
07.28.2019
Aquaman - Special Episode - Audio Commentary
Sam and Rebecca provide commentary for Aquaman, directed by James Wan. At the indicated moment, we start the movie at the 12-second mark, right when the WB logo exits from view. Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter @ottensam @derbykid https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/
07.22.2019
Justice League - Scenes 22 & 23 - Russian family, Steppenwolf in the tower
Setting up the Russian family Purpose of the Russian family Mother's timing Steppenwolf's motivation Location preview for Act 3 Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
07.18.2019
Justice League - Scene 21 - Arthur and Mera in the Air Pocket
Setting the scene in an air bubble Connections to Aquaman and the DCEU Hints at Mera's backstory Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/07/jlu-scene-by-scene-justice-league-scene.html
06.13.2019
Doom Patrol - Special Episode - Season 1 Review
Sam is joined by Mark and Nathan from Doom Patrol Radio to discuss Season 1 of DC Universe's DOOM PATROL. http://www.toooldmedia.com/doom-patrol-radio/ @radiodoompatrol @JLUPodcast https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast/
05.18.2019
Shazam! - Special Episode - Characters and Themes
Character development in Shazam! Thad Sivana (1:00) Billy Batson (7:48) Freddy Freeman (12:10) Secondary characters (21:03) Themes (29:50) Heart (30:16) Family and Home (34:39) Power and Adulthood (39:25) Doubts and Support from others (44:57) Closing comments (48:56) Follow @JLUPodcast on twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUPodcast
04.18.2019
Aquaman - Scene 6 - Kane Pirates
Connections to Throne of Atlantis (0:33) The Manta Prototype Submarine (2:43) Transition to death but no action inside the sub (6:50) Papa Kane and the entrance of David Kane (9:19) Connections to Star Wars (11:00) No mercy for the sub captain (13:53) Family history of the...
04.16.2019
Aquaman - Scene 5 - Young Arthur at the Aquarium
Boston, aka New England, Aquarium (0:20) Connections to Justice League (3:36) Connections to Man of Steel (4:21) Shark attack (6:36) Young Arthur's power display (7:18) End of Prologue (9:25) Outro (11:05) Transcript Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast https://www.neaq.org/blog/aquaman-inspiration/
04.14.2019
Justice League - Scenes 19 & 20 - Arthur at sea, Steppenwolf underwater
Cortlandt (1:26) Monsters and green goo (6:30) Arthur's exit and Icky Thump (8:10) Brief Atlantean, or Xebel, glimpse (10:32) Mera's fight with Steppenwolf (13:10) Arthur's fight with Steppenwolf (15:06) Outro (17:18) Follow @JLUPodcast on Twitter https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast
01.30.2019
Aquaman - Scenes 3 & 4 - Atlanna Fights, Atlanna Leaves
Nicole Kidman as Queen Atlanna, Women in Aquaman (0:35) The first surprise attack (7:08) Atlantean Commandos and King Orvax (12:40) Tom and Atlanna's relationship (17:46) Atlanna's fight scene and Wan's fluid camera movements (21:27) 3-year-old Arthur crying (25:00) Dock farewell, CGI de-aging, and narration (26:48) Atlanna's reason...
01.16.2019
Aquaman - Scene 2 - A New Family
Snowglobe (0:31) Icelandic music (1:55) Arranged marriages and love (3:11) Arthur, the legend and future king (6:31) @PrimeEarthMook More than a king (9:15) Parents and children (10:47) A forking history of Atlantis (12:20) Closing (14:35) @JLUPodcast https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-2.html Special thanks - @PrimeEarthMook
01.09.2019
Aquaman - Scene 1 - Tom Curry meets Queen Atlanna
Thoughts on Arthur's character arc (0:34) Logos, lighthouses, and the opening storm (4:29) Jules Verne quote and destiny (9:51) Tom Curry showing mercy (13:35) Relationship-building inside the lighthouse (16:32) The Dunwich Horror (20:17) Closing (21:19) @JLUPodcast https://www.patreon.com/JLUpodcast Contributors: @ottensam @raveryn @derbykid @wondersyd Transcript: http://comicandscreen.blogspot.com/2019/01/jlu-scene-by-scene-aquaman-scene-1.html Special thanks - @AnnaOmmen @Dudeseid @PrimeEarthMook

What's Justice League Universe Podcast about?

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Justice League Universe Podcast episodes:

Episode 184: Black Adam audio commentary

Episode 183: The Suicide Squad audio commentary

Episode 182: Wonder Woman 1984 audio commentary

Episode 181: [REBROADCAST] Birds of Prey audio commentary

Episode 180: [REBROADCAST] Shazam! audio commentary

Episode 179: [REBROADCAST] Aquaman audio commentary

Episode 178: [REBROADCAST] Wonder Woman audio commentary

Episode 177: [REBROADCAST] Suicide Squad Theatrical Cut audio commentary

Episode 176: [REBROADCAST] Batman v Superman Extended Cut audio commentary

Episode 175: [REBROADCAST] Man of Steel audio commentary

Episode 174: End of the DCEU, Future of the JLU Podcast

Episode 173: Man of Steel - Scene 16 - "You are my son"

Episode 172: Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 4 - Steppenwolf Arrives

Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 3 - Wonder Woman London Rescue

Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 2 - Mourning and Failure

Zack Snyder's Justice League - Part 1 Ep 1 - Bruce in Iceland

Man of Steel - Scene 15 - Maybe

Zack Snyder's Justice League - Prologue Ep 1 - Death of Superman

Zack Snyder's Justice League - Themes and Character Analysis

Man of Steel - Scenes 13-14 - Clark Out of Water, School Bus Rescue

Episode 165: Man of Steel - Scene 12 - Flashback to School

Justice League - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Trailer Breakdown

Man of Steel - Scene 11 - The Oil Rig

Man of Steel - Scene 10 - Greenhorn on the Debbie Sue

Justice League Snyder Cut - DC FanDome Trailer Reaction

Man of Steel - Scene 9 - Lara's Goodbye

Man of Steel - Scene 8 - The Trial of General Zod

Birds of Prey - Special Episode - Audio Commentary

Man of Steel - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Commentary

Man of Steel - Scene 7 - Zod Confronts Jor-El

Man of Steel - Scene 6 - Zod Attacks the Citadel

Batman v Superman - Special Episode - Zack Snyder's VERO Commentary

Man of Steel - Scene 5 - Jor and Lara Ready the Pod

Man of Steel - Scene 4 - Jor-El Retrieves the Codex

Justice League - Scenes 24 & 25 - Silas Abduction, Gotham PD

Man of Steel - Scene 3 - Jor-El Escapes

Man of Steel - Scene 2 - Jor-El at the Kryptonian Council

Man of Steel - Scene 1 - Birth of Kal-El

Shazam! - Special Episode - Audio Commentary

Aquaman - Special Episode - Audio Commentary

Justice League - Scenes 22 & 23 - Russian family, Steppenwolf in the tower

Justice League - Scene 21 - Arthur and Mera in the Air Pocket

Doom Patrol - Special Episode - Season 1 Review

Shazam! - Special Episode - Characters and Themes

Aquaman - Scene 6 - Kane Pirates

Aquaman - Scene 5 - Young Arthur at the Aquarium

Justice League - Scenes 19 & 20 - Arthur at sea, Steppenwolf underwater

Aquaman - Scenes 3 & 4 - Atlanna Fights, Atlanna Leaves

Aquaman - Scene 2 - A New Family

Aquaman - Scene 1 - Tom Curry meets Queen Atlanna