Best Elseworld Podcasts (2024)

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Tom King tells his most Hollywood story! 1:37:40

3h ago1:37:40

1:37:40

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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Ep. 328 - BTAS - Batgirl Returns 1:32:30

4d ago1:32:30

1:32:30

The Good Brothers step up to the microphones for the final Batman The Animated Series review, ending a 7-year journey to cap off reviews of the greatest cartoon of all time. They do so with a review of the finale of the original 85 episode run, "Batgirl Returns." Hear the hosts talks about the lack of Batman, whether or not the "Robin mandate" hurt…

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270. Green Lantern Rebirth 55:29

4d ago55:29

55:29

Parallax is coming (again?). It was Jake's pick this week and he chose to resurrect Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern. We discuss horse hair, the color yellow, and Batman gets one-punched. Thanks for listening! Read: Green Lantern Rebirth Next Ben's Pick: Superman/Batman 8-13

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Should Marvel reboot?! Plus Superwoman with Joshua Williamson! 1:15:02

4d ago1:15:02

1:15:02

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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What if Zatanna was one of the first on-screen featured heroic witches from either DC or Marvel? (from Batman: The Animated Series "Zatanna") 55:58

11d ago55:58

55:58

Grab your broomstick or in this case, fishnet stockings, we are talking DC Comics' number one witch: Zatanna. We talk Zatanna's first appearance in 1964, her solo book in 1987 and her appearance on Batman: The Animated Series. Plus, we discuss the unfortunately never realized Zatanna projects and what we'd like to see from her on the big screen. Bo…

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Ep. 327 - BTAS - Deep Freeze w/ Kevin Altieri 1:36:49

10d ago1:36:49

1:36:49

It may be the tail end of summer, but the Good Brothers are ready to chill with a review the penultimate episode of Batman The Animated Series "Deep Freeze." To assure maximum chill though, they've once again fired up the "Special Guest Correspondent" Signal and are joined by the director of the episode and friend of the show Kevin Altieri for a be…

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Ep. 326 - BTAS - Make 'Em Laugh 1:26:59

17d ago1:26:59

1:26:59

The Good Brothers continue their countdown of the final original reviews of Batman: The Animated Series with the Joker-centric episode "Make 'Em Laugh" and a plot that has the Joker seeking revenge for not being given the opportunity to showcase himself as Gotham's Funniest Comedian. The hosts struggle to find common ground on the plot for a change…

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269. The Crow 1:00:49

21d ago1:00:49

1:00:49

It was Aaron's pick this week, so of course it will bright and cheerful! The brothers read James O'Barr's classic, The Crow. We discuss Read: The Crow Next: Jake's Choice - Green Lantern: Rebirth Vol. 1

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Scott Snyder talks Absolute Batman and All-In! 1:07:43

23d ago1:07:43

1:07:43

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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What if Agatha Harkness was Glinda the Good Witch from Wizard of Oz? From Marvel's Avengers: Fairy Tales #4 50:37

25d ago50:37

50:37

It's almost the witching hour so we are talking Agatha Harkness! We kick off by walking you through Agatha's history in comics, video games and of course, television in preparation for Kathryn Hahn's return in Agatha All Along on Disney+. We walk you through Agatha's debut at the hands of no less than Stan Lee and Jack Kirby that sees our beloved w…

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Ep. 325 - BTAS - Lock-Up w/ Dan Riba 1:45:20

24d ago1:45:20

1:45:20

After a month of episodes celebrating the release of Batman Caped Crusader, Cal & Liam return to the DCAU and where it all started with Batman The Animated Series just in time for its' 32nd anniversary! The hosts kick off the final month of original BTAS reviews with a look at "Lock-Up" and are joined by the episode's director Dan Riba as a special…

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Bonus Ep. 55 - Batman Caped Crusader: S1 Overview, S2 Wishlist 1:17:50

1M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

Cal and Liam wrapped up their reviews of the first four episodes of Batman Caped Crusader last week, but with plenty of excitement remaining around the show they're deviating from the scorecard format for a Bonus Episode to discuss their overall thoughts of Season One including favorite and least favorite episodes, and speculation for the upcoming …

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268. Supergirl-Many Happy Returns 53:38

1M ago53:38

53:38

This week was Ben's pick! We read Supergirl-Many Happy Returns. We discussed Kryptonian cousin kinks, goo fingers, and the DC multiverse. Thanks for listening! Read: Supergirl- Many Happy Returns Next: Aaron's Choice - The Crow

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What if Iron Man and Green Lantern amalgamated to become Iron Lantern? From Marvel & DC Comics Iron Lantern #1 1:02:25

1M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

In brightest day, in blackest night, Dear Watchers is here to set things right! We are back with 11-time returning guest Ethan from MakeMineAmalgam as we talk the Green Lantern / Iron Man hybrid: Iron Lantern! We talk the first appearances of Hal Jordan's Green Lantern and Tony Stark's Iron Man plus the villains Star Sapphire and Madame Masque befo…

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Ep. 324 - Elseworlds - Batman Caped Crusader - Night of The Hunters 1:40:38

1M ago1:40:38

1:40:38

The Good Brothers return to review episode 4 of Batman Caped Crusader as the Elseworlds review continue for the month of August. This week the hosts look at "Night of The Hunters" which has an in depth look at the GCPD, Jim Gordon's place as commissioner and his fight against the corrupt Flass & Bullock. Cal & Liam once again discuss the complaint …

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The Mastermind behind Thundercats and the new Terminator! 57:18

1M ago57:18

57:18

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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Ep. 323 - Elseworlds - Batman Caped Crusader - Kiss of The Catwoman 2:00:32

2M ago2:00:32

2:00:32

The Good Brothers continue their month reviewing the brand new Batman Caped Crusader with the third episode of season one "Kiss of The Catwoman." Hear the hosts discuss a myriad of topics including Batman's obsession with Catwoman, Alfred's undying loyalty in spite of his concerns about Bruce's poor mental health, Selina and Greta providing the epi…

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267. Kingdom Come 58:22

2M ago58:22

58:22

Old Superheroes return! The brothers have moved out of continuity to explore the greater DC and comic universe. Jake kicks off the new chapter of this podcast with one of his favorite books, Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross. We discuss Ross's art style, Superman's barber skills, and Bruce's exoskeleton. Thanks for listening! Read: Kingdom Co…

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Comic-Con, DC's All-In flipbook, Deadpool and Wolverine! 1:25:37

2M ago1:25:37

1:25:37

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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What if Wolverine teams-up with Ka-Zar, Shanna, and Namor to save endangered species from The Conservator? (from Marvel's Wolverine: Global Jeopardy) 55:30

2M ago55:30

55:30

Welcome to the Jungle! We (kind of) break our own rules and cover the wackiness that is Wolverine: Global Jeopard - part prestige book, part PSA. In this 1993 book (with an embossed cover), Wolverine partners with Namor, Ka-Zar and Shanna to confront the mysterious Conservator who is teleporting animals. Coming from the minds of Peter David and Ric…

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Ep. 322 - Elseworlds - Batman Caped Crusader - ...And Be A Villain 1:47:19

2M ago1:47:19

1:47:19

Week 2 of the DCAU Review's month of Batman Caped Crusader reviews is hear with the second episode of the series titled "...And Be A Villain." The Good Brothers discuss a tonal shift in the writing in an episode penned by a well-known comic book writer that adapts more of the Golden Age origins of the villainous Clayface. The hosts also discuss a m…

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266. Brotherhood of Batman Remix 41:45

2M ago41:45

41:45

The brothers are back after a break for, you know, life. We are mixing up the podcast. Anything goes! The brothers catch up with each other and fill listeners in on our new plans. Thanks for turning in! Next: Jake's pick - Kingdom Come

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Ep. 321 - Elseworlds - Batman Caped Crusader - In Treacherous Waters 1:53:31

2M ago1:53:31

1:53:31

After years of anticipation, a new day has dawned in DC Animation with the series debut of Batman Caped Crusader on Prime Video. Cal & Liam take a break from their typical nostalgia fare to bring their thoughts on the first four episodes of the series and kick things off with Episode 1 titled "In Treacherous Waters." The Good Brothers break down a …

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What if Deadpool [redacted] the Marvel multiverse? From the MCU film Deadpool & Wolverine 1:02:04

2M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

It's fourth wall breaking fun as Guido and Rob are joined by Elliot from @ElliotComicArt to discuss the new film Deadpool & Wolverine! We talk our background with the Deadpool franchise (and the Fox Universe Marvel films) before sharing our thoughts on the new Shawn Levy directed film. We wrap up by discussing some of Marvel's big San Diego Comic C…

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Ep. 320 - Static Shock - Army Of Darkness 1:17:10

2M ago1:17:10

1:17:10

The Good Brothers wrap up their latest stay in Dakota and a month of Static Shock reviews with the Season 4 episode "Army of Darkness." With series favorite Ebon making his return with a new gang of baddies, our hosts discuss the execution of the plot that seems to draw inspiration from classic X-Men lore. Additionally, they chat about some of the …

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Comic book fans love movies! ft. DJ Wooldridge 59:35

2M ago59:35

59:35

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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Ep. 319 - Static Shock - Blast From The Past 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

1:13:26

With only 2 more weeks left in the month of July, the Good Brothers are wishing for an endless summer, but instead will settle for another Static Shock review as they look at one of the more memorable episodes of season three, "Blast From The Past." The hosts discuss the character of Soul Power as a pastiche of Black Lightning and an ode to other 5…

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What if Dick Tracy the movie was instead an HBO mini-series (but in comic book form)? 1:10:53

3M ago1:10:53

1:10:53

Calling Dear Watchers! Calling Dear Watchers! Grab your yellow fedora and join us for a profile of legendary detective Dick Tracy in comics and on screen! We start by talking through Chester Gould's iconic creation and his grotesque rogues gallery in newspaper strips & comics before diving into Tracy on screen, mainly Warren Beatty's 1990 masterpie…

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Ep. 318 - Static Shock - Trouble Squared 1:04:15

3M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

The Good Brothers continue to sizzle in the midst of Static Summer with a review of the season three episode of Static Shock titled "Trouble Squared." The hosts recap a story that brings back a trio of familiar adversaries to Static, but struggle to appreciate the lackluster animation for the episode. The hosts chat about a pair of memorable return…

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Ep. 317 - Static Shock - Consequences 1:04:35

3M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

Cal & Liam return to the city of Dakota as they kick off a month of Static Shock reviews and the episode "Consequences." The hosts discuss a very Spider-Man like story of a hero allowing his over confidence to hurt his relationships and his love interest. Plus the hosts talk why this season three episode looks like a season two episode, Cal recites…

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What if Batman's origin is tied into the origin of Jack the Ripper? From DC Comics Batman: Gotham by Gaslight 56:09

3M ago56:09

56:09

What's that lurking around the corner? It's the latest episode of Dear Watchers! We head to Victorian era London to discuss the very first Elseworlds comic - Batman: Gotham By Gaslight that sees the Bat tangle with Jack the Ripper. We talk the real life history of Jack the Ripper plus his many appearance in fiction, from Time After Time to From Hel…

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Ep. 316 - Elseworlds - The Batman - Artifacts 1:19:27

3M ago1:19:27

1:19:27

It's the fifth and final Saturday of the month of June and that means the Good Brothers are off to explore the DC Animated multiverse, reviewing an episode of The Batman titled "Artifacts." In keeping with the theme of futuristic Batmen, the hosts discuss a plot that borrows some points from The Dark Knight Returns and others from the 1997live-acti…

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Should the Justice League even come back?! 1:28:50

3M ago1:28:50

1:28:50

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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Bonus Ep. 54 - Batman Caped Crusader Trailer Breakdown 47:34

3M ago47:34

47:34

The Brothers Good are back with another bonus episode of the DCAU Review to breakdown the latest news about the upcoming Batman Caped Crusader animated series set to debut on Prime Video on August 1st. The hosts discuss the litany of names revealed to be apart of the voice cast including who's playing several of the rogues as well as the Dark Knigh…

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Ep. 315 - The Zeta Project - Absolute Zero & Wired Part I & II 1:24:01

3M ago1:24:01

1:24:01

Your eyes and ears do not deceive you, the Good Brothers are back with their first ever Triple Feature and the honor of that belongs to The Zeta Project and the technical season one finale "Absolute Zero" and subsequent season 2 two-part premiere "Wired." The hosts do their best to be efficient and timely with their review of all three episodes, di…

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Joshua Williamson talks movies! 2:00:39

4M ago2:00:39

2:00:39

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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What if Snagglepuss (the Hanna Barbera cartoon lion) was gay (& also an iconic American playwright)? From DC Comics Exit Stage Left: The Snagglepuss Chronicles 56:12

4M ago56:12

56:12

Heavens to Murgatroyd! We're back with another Pride Month episode. This week we are covering Mark Russell's extraordinary 2018 miniseries Exit, Stage Left!: The Snagglepuss Chronicles that sees the effete pink lion turned Tennessee Williams-esque playwright drinking at the Stonewall and battling HUAC. We also talk Snagglepuss (and Hanna Barbara's …

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Ep. 314 - Batman Beyond - The Call Part II 1:19:31

4M ago1:19:31

1:19:31

After a wild and historic previous episode, the Good Brothers return to their Batman Beyond cliffhanger picking up with "The Call Part II." The hosts continue looking at each category and determine if their placeholder scores from Part I will hold true. The hosts discuss cheap character deaths, callbacks to Superman The Animated Series, the extent …

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Ep. 313 - The Zeta Project - Ro's Reunion & Boy Genius 1:27:08

4M ago1:27:08

1:27:08

Death, taxes and The Zeta Project reviews are the only guarantees in life and the Good Brothers are just along for the ride as they review the next two episodes of TZP, that being "Ro's Reunion" and "Boy Genius." While the hosts find a few silver linings for their first review, they struggle to find any sort of good for the second review, resulting…

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Tom King talks Archie, The Authority and more! 1:31:41

4M ago1:31:41

1:31:41

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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265. Superman Batman Vol. 1 51:59

4M ago51:59

51:59

Holy Kryptonite Asteroid Batman! This week the brothers read the first volume of Superman Batman. We discuss giant weird robots, Lex's access to Boom Tubes, and Superman does some cosplay. Thanks for listening! Read: Superman Batman Vol. 1 Next: Batman: Broken City

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What if Wolverine was gay (and an exile from another world named Howlett who was boyfriends with Hercules)? 1:05:49

4M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Happy Pride Month, Bub! After many X-Men episodes we are finally focusing on the most famous X-Man of all: Wolverine! We romp through many multiverses and meet Howlett, a gay version of Wolverine who is in a relationship with Hercules. We start by covering Wolverine's legendary first appearance in The Incredible Hulk before tackling Howlett's debut…

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Ep. 312 - Batman Beyond - The Call Part I 1:49:15

4M ago1:49:15

1:49:15

It's a brand new month and the Good Brothers are headed back to the future with another month of Batman Beyond and The Zeta Project reviews. Kicking things off the hosts pick up where they left off with their celebration of the 25th anniversary of Batman Beyond with a review of one of the lynchpin episodes of the entire DCAU featuring the first app…

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Ep. 311 - Elseworlds - My Adventures with Superman - Adventures of a Normal Man Part I 1:31:15

4M ago1:31:15

1:31:15

The Good Brothers wrap their celebration of the 86th anniversary of the debut of most famous superhero in history with a review of the Man of Steel's latest iteration that being the ongoing series My Adventures with Superman. Hear the hosts review the pilot "Adventures of a Normal Man" and discuss the Eastern-animation style versus the more familia…

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Ranking the Green Goblin's costumes! 1:37:02

4M ago1:37:02

1:37:02

Originally recorded at youtube.com/comicpop and uploaded to youtube.com/comicpopreturns!By ComicPop

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264. Batman- Death and the Maidens 49:09

5M ago49:09

49:09

Old-ass Ra's, sisters, and strands of pearl, oh my! This week the brothers read Batman-Death and the Maidens. We discuss Bruce communing withe the dead, Talia has more lives than a cat, and Ra's really needs to work on his parenting skills. Thanks for listening. Read: Batman-Death and the Maidens Next: Superman-Batman Vol. 1…

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What if Furiosa (of Mad Max) barely appeared in a comic of her own name (but remained the best character ever)? Plus what is Mad Max canon + NO SPOILERS for Furiosa! 57:48

5M ago57:48

57:48

Put the pedal to the metal and join us as we explore the world of Mad Max in comics and on screen! We talk about George Miller's one of a kind film series especially Fury Road before exploring the Mad Max: Fury Road comic book series that shows the origin stories for Nux and Immortan Joe plus prequel stories for Max and our featured character, Furi…

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Ep. 310 - Stolen Memories (Revisited) w/ Nathan MacKenzie 1:33:14

5M ago1:33:14

1:33:14

The Good Brothers continue in their month-long celebration of the 86th anniversary of the debut of Superman with another look back at one of the episodes covered very early in the podcast run, that being the Superman: The Animated Series season one episode "Stolen Memories." Cal & Liam are joined by the host of Superman: The Animated Podcast Nathan…

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Bonus Ep. 53 - Batman Caped Crusader Premiere Set & More Series Details 37:47

5M ago37:47

37:47

The Good Brothers are back to discuss the latest news from the upcoming Prime Video series Batman: Caped Crusader . The hosts discuss the exciting reveal date for when the series will hit the streaming platform, quotes from Bruce Timm and James Tucker about when the series takes place, tidbits about Harley Quinn's new origin, Batman being "weird" a…

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Ep. 309 - DCAU Meta-Brawl - Livewire vs. Parasite 1:34:49

5M ago1:34:49

1:34:49

The Good Brothers continue their celebration of Superman's 86th birthday with a new concept that pits two memorable villains featured in memorable episodes of Superman: The Animated Series against one another by looking back at their appearances throughout the DCAU, their tie-in comics and toys and merchandise and then deciding who comes out on top…

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