With so many super criminals in comics, it only makes sense that they’d have their own prison, and thanks to a question from listener Scott P., we’ll be discussing those, from the real life locations, to the made up super-prisons, then to the dark halls of the asylums.By Kurt Onstad

Continuing once again with the Lesser Known X-Men feature, we’ve reached the “aughts” or the first decade of the 2000s, where we find an Indian with a Native American codename, a Native American who gets tangled up with Norse Mythology, and a spy with a computer for a brain that wants to be a superhero.…

Back in Episode 89, we discussed LGBT characters in DC with JennytheGeek. Well, after three years, she’s back to discuss LGBT characters in Marvel. From Northstar’s coming out story to the recent “Pride” issues, we touch on some of the characters we feel the most strongly about, and what Marvel is getting right and wrong in their representation.…

Wrapping up the 90s era of “Lesser Known X-Men,” we have the clone, the doctor, the sentient slugs, and the bone-wielding Morlock all joining the team, though few of them stay on the team for too long. What happened to them after? I discuss that and many other details of their lives in this episode.By Kurt Onstad

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The 1990s was one of the best-selling eras for the X-Men comics. But, if you didn’t read them, you might not know who Bishop, Kwannon, or Cannonball are. Take a listen here to find out what makes each of those characters unique and what they brought to the team.By Kurt Onstad

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Inspired by a new listener question, Kurt goes through his definition of a “Non-Powered Superhero” (or Supervillain in one case), to see who qualifies in the Big 2 comic book universes. The answer may or may not surprise you, but you’ll have to listen to find out!By Kurt Onstad

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Continuing our focus on the “Almost Famous” members of the X-Men, we wrap up the members who joined in the 80s with the Disco Queen known as Dazzler, and the Indigenous American inventor who goes by Forge. But, before that, an important announcement about the future of the show.By Kurt Onstad

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For the sixth anniversary of Welcome to Geektown, Kurt continues looking at the history of the New Warriors. However, this is the only incarnation of the team that does not have his favorite superhero, Speedball, as a member. Who are these new kids, and where do they get off taking the team’s name?By Kurt Onstad

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Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Dom Balsamo Same Bat-Time, Same Bat-Channel!By Carla Hoffman & Kurt Onstad

Our fourth in a recurring series on the less famous members of the X-Men roster, we reach the 80s, with a alternate future child, a mullet-wearing alien clone, and a body swapped telepathic ninja. Yes, the X-Men are weird. Take a listen to find out exactly how weird it can get!By Kurt Onstad

Inspired by the recent Sony movie (which, while not good, is fun in its own way), we go through the comic book counterparts of the four lead women to see how they are all interconnected in multiple ways throughout their respective histories.By Kurt Onstad

Welcome to an all new season of Gotham with our hosts, Kurt and Carla, ready to tuck in to all new stories of villainy and heroism and more! Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Dom Balsamo Same Bat-Time, Same Ba…

In light of the Big Game that aired the day of this episode’s release, I found it only right to discuss heroes who were active in the sport at one time or another in their life. From Superman to SuperPro, football has been a part of many comic characters lives. Find out which of your favorites is included!…

Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Dom Balsamo Same Bat-Time, Same Bat-Channel!By Carla Hoffman & Kurt Onstad

Another LOST episode, join Kurt and Carla as they learn a little about the future of Bane and just how easy it is to put young Bruce in peril. Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Dom Balsamo Same Bat-Time, Same …

Finally finishing up the Green Lantern “Replacements” episodes with the New 52 recruits of Simon Baz and Jessica Cruz. But, before we get to those, one last bit of business from the Loki Season 2 Deep Dive, thanks to a listener comment.By Kurt Onstad

Surprise! Kurt and Carla can't leave anything unfinished so we're going back and watching our lost episodes, starting with Selina Kyle! Why is this episode named after her? Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Do…

After a bit of a hiatus, we continue the discussion of Green Lantern “Replacements,” getting into the 90s with one of the longest running replacements, Kyle Rayner. (If you haven’t listened already, I suggest checking Episode 71 for discussion of Kyle’s first girlfriend, Alex DeWitt).By Kurt Onstad

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Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of an episode with Kurt and Carla as they watch S1E20, "Under the Knife"! How cute can Bruce and Selina get? Who is Jim's 'loved one'? How many letters in Edward Nygma's name? All this and more as we barrel through to the season finale on Gothamites! SHOW NOTES: 00:45 - Gotham Knights 08:30 - Lee's Weird Bathroom …

Welcome back to the Gothamites podcast; this week's episode gets right into the thick of things: Fish plans her escape, cops are bad and Bruce watches someone else die in an alley. Does Gordon presume too much? Should a 13-14 year old know what a 'shooting gallery' is as a euphemism? Is there Honor Among Thieves? Listen in and find out! SHOW NOTES:…

Just a small announcement regarding me taking a little time off from the show.By Kurt Onstad

Loki Season 2 comes to a climax as one of the most complex and well-performed characters gets a very fitting ending (it appears), and my guest Anne and I get into every detail along the way, as we discuss the writing, direction, costuming, and other choices made and how they impact the story as a whole.…

It’s the penultimate episode of Loki Season 2, and Anne and I have quite a bit to discuss, from the gorgeous camerawork to the rise of the God of Stories. Take a listen, and let us know what you think!By Kurt Onstad

Continuing our Deep Dive on the second season of Loki, we’ve reached Episode 4. But with that ending, is it the last episode? No, but we’ll discuss our theories on what happens this episode, see where theories went right or wrong from past episodes, and what happens next.By Kurt Onstad

The Deep Dive of Season 2 of Loki continues with Guest Anne Valliant. There is much costume discussion, as well as World’s Fair history, as we look at the episode that takes place almost entirely in the year that it’s named after…1893.By Kurt Onstad

Continuing our Deep Dive of Season 2 of Loki. Guest Anne Valliant returns from Season 1 to join me for this episode as we discuss the little easter eggs, the production design, the costumes, and of course, the plot and character development. The hair flip counter continues, and we learn…Who is The Phone Ranger?…

It's Cobblepots all the way down on this week's episode! Listen in on Kurt and Carla discussing the finer points of comic book publishing, pretty good TV CGI for 2014 and how the Gotham Gazette needs a new cover story journalist. 01:47 - Joe Quesada Depicts a Powerful Batman on His Latest Cover 02:28 - Batman & Joker: the Deadly Duo #6 cvr B by Bil…

We’re starting a new Deep Dive, but it’s our first continuation, as we discuss Season 2 of Loki. Guest Dennis Riddle joins me for this episode as we discuss the new characters, the new situations, and of course, any comic book connections. Plus, how many hair flips does Loki do?By Kurt Onstad

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JUMPSCARE TIME! Everybody gather in as we listen to Kurt confront the first appearance of a character near and dear to every Gotham fan's heart: Jerome. 00:58 - Londo, the cat (pics coming soon) 01:15 - Batman: the Killing Joke 01:42 - The Dark Knight 02:01 - Suicide Squad 03:09 - James Gunn to direct the next Superman movie 03:35 - Cameron Monagha…

Continuing the Green Lantern “Replacements” from last episode, we move on to the one that actually replaced Hal first, despite appearing after Guy Gardner. The Lantern so well loved, he was actually chosen over Hal for the Justice League cartoon in the DCAU, it’s John Stewart!By Kurt Onstad

In this final part to the two episode arc, Kurt and Carla learn the fate of the Crane family. Join Gothamites on Twitter at @gothamitespod Email us at gothamitespod@gmail.com Look us up on tumblr at gothamitespod.tumblr.com Theme and outro provided by the ever awesome Dom Balsamo Same Bat-Time, Same Bat-Channel!…

Surprise! A little half way through the season, Kurt and Carla realized they hadn't exactly introduced themselves so please enjoy this bonus "Zero Hour" episode on who we are, why were doing this and rush to drop as many names as we can. NOTES: 00:35 - Welcome to Geektown 01:15 - Batman '66 01:18 - Adventures of Superman 01:44 - Fantastic Four 02:1…

Continuing our ongoing “Replacements” feature, this is the first part of the Green Lantern franchise. Even with only covering those that directly replaced Hal Jordan, we’re still going to need multiple shows to discuss all the successors to the mantle, and what happened to them when Hal inevitably returned. We start with the first of those, Guy Gar…

Thanks to listener feedback, we’re looking at another group of heroes with a specific mental disorder. This time it’s DID (or Disassociative Identity Disorder). Moon Knight, Legion, Crazy Jane, and others are members of this unique club discussed this episode.By Kurt Onstad

Based on his portrayal in the recent movie bearing his name, a listener is curious about The Flash ever having been shown on the autism spectrum before this, as well as the presence of other neurodivergent characters in the superhero realm, which is what we discuss this episode.By Kurt Onstad

The final episode of Secret Invasion takes us “Home.” Well, at least, for those that survived. To find out who those are, take a listen as Dag and I discuss the season finale, it’s ups and downs, and what it might mean for future MCU projects.By Kurt Onstad

It’s been hinted at and this week we finally know for sure what the “Harvest” is and why it’s so important. Once again, Dag joins me for this Deep Dive into Secret Invasion. Find out who our favorite new MCU character is among other things in this penultimate episode.By Kurt Onstad

From last week’s “Betrayed,” to this week’s “Beloved,” we’ve got some important conversations, and one giant action scene. Dag and I discuss all the details of this episode, including the Skrull reveal (that was really done last episode), and another fateful death.By Kurt Onstad

This week! We talk the science of the mind, comic book origins, social awkwardness, the dangers of a blank in a gun and weird medical lore with the Fearsome Dr. Crane! SHOW NOTES 01:13 - Batman: Fear State 03:19 - Psychiatrists are medical doctors, psychologists are not. 03:42 - Year One: Batman/Scarecrow 04:19 - Sean Murphy 07:06 - an example from…

This week’s episode of Secret Invasion is titled “Betrayed,” and it makes sense, as there are plenty of people feeling that way. Fortunately, Dag didn’t betray me, and he showed up to bring his thoughts on the show. Together, he and I discuss the ins and outs of the plot, and where we think things will go from here.…

How do you handle a Creepy Guy(tm) that's trying? What did you expect when Bullock said "Protected"? How did you not expect harm when asking the mob for help? All these questions are answered, PLUS! bakery goods and more on this week's episode of Gothamites! SHOW NOTES: 01:28 - regular human minutes 02:19 - Free Comic Book Day 02:30 - Mantis Costum…

Secrets are starting to be revealed in this Secret Invasion, especially right at the end of this episode. Special guest Dag (aka TrekNexus) and I discuss our thoughts, theories, and general opinions on the episode titled “Promises.”By Kurt Onstad