The Bat-Jar Podcast

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DC Comics decided to host their own on-line fan convention, labelling it as a "global fan experience". What was the experience like participating in this event? How do the creators behind DC movies, tv, and video games view the multiverse? What does this mean for James Gunn's Suicide Squad movie, the new Flash movie, and the new Batman movie?

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The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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In this second part of our conversation about "The Umbrella Academy" we dive into the Spoilerverse to discuss what makes this Netflix series so memorable- the characters. Join our team as we discuss the character arcs and their development over the first two seasons of the series.

This episode contains SPOILERS for plot points in the first two seasons of "The Umbrella Academy".

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The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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In this first episode focused on the "Umbrella Academy" franchise, AJ and BPR are joined by three special guests (Mjolnir, Libra the Book Lady, and El Pacifico) to discuss the comic book origins of the franchise behind the popular Netflix show. How does this series play around with the superhero formula? What makes the series and it's characters so unique? How close does the TV series stick to the source material?

Music and audio from "The Umbrella Academy" is the property of Jeff Russo, Perrine Virgile, Gerard Way, Gabriela Ba, Steve Blackman, Borderline Entertainment, Dark Horse Entertainment, and Universal Cable Productions.

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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What was the virtual Comic-Con experience like? What does this mean for online fan conventions going forward? A new Batman animated movie will have a branching storyline. Is this a good idea? Watchmen & Netflix lead the way with the most Emmy nominations. What does this say about the future of television?

Umbrella Academy's second season is now available for streaming. Is it any good? And Christopher Nolan's new movie "Tenet" is competing with "Bill & Ted Face The Music" to see who will have the best pandemic release strategy. Who will end up making the most money?

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

Rarely has there been a movie series that got progressively better as each installment comes out. This is even rarer when the series is in fact a spinoff of another movie series. But we think we've found one. Join us as we dive into the highs and lows of the "Wolverine" movies starring Hugh Jackman.

Music and audio from "X-Men" is the property of Michael Kamen, Lauren Shuler-Donner, Ralph Winter, Marvel Entertainment, The Donners' Company, and Bad Hat Harry Productions.

Music and audio from "X-Men: The Animated Series" is the property of Shuki Levy, Noam Kaniel, Eric Lewald, Sidney Iwanter, Mark Edens, Will Meugniot, Saban Entertainment, Graz Entertainment, and AKOM.

Music and audio from "X-Men Origins: Wolverine" is the property of Harry Gregson-Williams, Lauren Shuler-Donner, Ralph Winter, Hugh Jackman, John Palermo, Marvel Entertainment, The Donners' Company, and Seed Productions.

Music and audio from "The Wolverine" is the property of Marco Beltrami, Lauren Shuler-Donner, Hutch Parker, Marvel Entertainment, The Donners' Company, and TSG Entertainment.

Music and audio from "Logan (2017)" is the property of Marco Beltrami, Lauren Shuler-Donner, Simon Kinberg, Hutch Parker, TSG Entertainment, Kinberg Genre, The Donners' Company, Hutch Parker Entertainment, and Marvel Entertainment.

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

The James Bond movie series represents the one of the longest lasting spy franchises. Sounds like a perfect opportunity to make great video games. So why is there only one James Bond video game that is remembered fondly?

Music and audio from "GoldenEye 007" is the property of Graeme Norgate, Grant Kirkhope, Robin Beanland, Martin Hollis, Rare, and Nintendo.

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

Have you ever noticed that many of our favourite franchises are set in New York City? Hundreds of movies, television shows, and comic books have chosen to use the Big Apple as their setting. Join AJ, BPR, and Mljonir as they attempt to answer this question.

Music and audio from "Spider-Man (2002)" is the property of Danny Elfman, Laura Ziskin, Ian Bryce, Columbia Pictures, Marvel Enterprises, and Laura Ziskin Productions.

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/batjarpodcast. Invite your friends to like our page!

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

COVID-19 has led to the cancellation of all fan conventions which were scheduled to happen this year. So a number of companies are responding by planning their own virtual fan experience. In this episode, we discuss the announcements and information available about Comic Con @ Home, Anime Expo Lite, Funimation Con 2020, and DC Fandome.

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Audio from "Area 51 Mania: Naruto Runner becomes viral sensation" is the property of KTNV Channel 13 Los Vegas.

Music and audio from "The Simpsons" is the property of Alf Clausen, Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, Sam Simon, Gracie Films, and 20th Century Fox Television.

The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/batjarpodcast. Invite your friends to like our page!

You can contact us at @thebatcookiejar on Twitter or you can send an e-mail to [email protected].

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

To make good on the promise made by our theme song, this week we take a look at nerdy and geeky news items which have dropped in the past couple months. Today we look at the new streaming service HBO Max, the announcement of the "Snyder Cut" of Justice League, the new release date for Christopher Nolan's latest film, the announcement of the next Play Station console, Batwoman's recasting, and a sequel to the popular anime Inu-Yasha.

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The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/batjarpodcast. Invite your friends to like our page!

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Special thanks to Zencastr who made it possible for us to record this episode while practicing physical distancing in separate locations.

As is fitting for today's subject matter, a fellowship was formed of knowledgeable nerds and geeks to discuss the secret origins of one of the most influential fantasy series of all time, "The Lord of the Rings". Average Joe and Beef Pork Ribs are joined by returning guests Ben The Movie Buff & Shaggy Neo, as well as new guests Libra the Book Lady and Rune Rhymer.

What came first in the written works of author J.R.R Tolkien? His word-building historical fiction, his fictional languages, his children's book, or his epic fantasy story? What made the journey of getting the stories of Middle Earth onto paper so epic in and of themselves? Why has this story left such a huge impact on nerd and geek culture?

Music and audio from "The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring" is the property of Howard Shore, Barrie M. Osborne, Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh, Tim Sanders, New Line Cinema, and WingNut Films.

Music and audio from "Tolkien" is the property of Thomas Newman, Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, David Ready, Kris Thykier, Fox Searchlight Pictures, and Chernin Entertainment

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The intro and outro music was created by Cackles and Jeremy Eckert. We thank them for their generous support of this podcast.

Check out our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/batjarpodcast. Invite your friends to like our page!

You can contact us at @thebatcookiejar on Twitter or you can send an e-mail to [email protected].