Lieutenant Jim Gordon has been learning his way on the streets of Gotham City, almost in step with Batman. But just as the two finally start to see eye to eye, Gotham’s criminal underworld has other plans for Gordon and Batman. Can they work together for the greater good of the city? This episode is based on Batman #407 (May. 1987) written by Frank Miller with artwork by David Mazzucchelli. © & ™ DC. Listen to DC HIGH VOLUME: BATMAN: https://lnk.to/DCHighVolume Learn more at: https://www.dc.com/highvolume Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chapter 1: What challenges does Lieutenant Gordon face in Gotham?
You're listening to DC High Volume, Batman. Previously... Gotham City is on the brink. Pressure mounts on all sides for Lieutenant James Gordon. His stand against corruption has earned him powerful enemies, while his affair with Detective Essen threatens to compromise both his family and the ideals he swore to uphold.
Chapter 2: How does Batman's war affect Gotham City?
Meanwhile, Batman's relentless war on Gotham's underworld pushes the city closer to a breaking point. An explosive showdown is coming between those who thrive on Gotham's corruption and the few who fight for its soul. And now, Year One, Chapter Four.
September 2nd. It's the right thing to do. It's the only thing to do. You should take the bracelet.
I'm sure your wife would like it. No.
Please, Sarah, keep it.
Damn it, Jim. You're right, of course. I just want to know, if your wife weren't pregnant, would you... I'm sorry. That wasn't fair. Dammit, Jim.
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Chapter 3: What is the significance of Gordon's relationship with Detective Essen?
Hero cop Lieutenant James Gordon today apprehended notorious narcotics dealer Jefferson Skevers. It looks like Gordon is out to set a record. Right, Tom?
Oh, it sure does, Trish. He's caught a big fish this time. If Skevers is convicted, this will be the fourth time he goes to prison. Bet they throw away the key.
September 7th. Sarah's arms are strong. Her whole body's strong. It's late. We both work late again. So here we are, sharing a forbidden kiss in my office. I never get tired around her. She's requested a transfer. She's leaving Gotham City. I'm in love with her. It's the only thing to do.
Judge Rafferty said bail for Jefferson Skevers. Surprisingly, Assistant District Attorney Harvey Dent did not argue with the decision.
I know you're not on the take, and I don't think you're crazy. So tell me why you let them let skeevers out on the street, Dent.
I understand how you feel, Lieutenant. Would you like to borrow my umbrella?
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Chapter 4: How does Jefferson Skevers manipulate the justice system?
Jefferson Skeevers, a small-time drug dealer with big connections. High up in his luxury apartment, he considers himself above justice. I take the long way up.
No. No, none of that. You stay clean until we've gotten you off.
Hey, don't sweat it, babe. It's just a couple of lines.
Dent and Gordon are hot for you, skeevers. They'd love to catch you with your pants down.
Catch me? They caught me, babe. And they let me go. And you got me a court order tying Gordon's hands. I mean, I'd be sweating, babe, if it wasn't for our cop. They nail me, and I talk about Flash. And maybe Flash talks about Commissioner Lowe.
You say one word about Flash, and they'll kill both of us, skeevers. Now take that thing out of your nose and listen to me.
Just a couple of lines.
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Chapter 5: What role does Harvey Dent play in Gotham's corruption?
Where do I start? I want you in a blue suit at the inquest with a tie. Make it black. Same for the shoes. And when you smile at the jury, make it nice, particularly the women.
I smiled at them, OK?
Just remember they've still got their clothes on.
Close that window. Answer her. I'm fine.
Better lay off that coke. Bad on the nerves.
You can never escape me. Bullets can't harm me. Nothing harms me. I know pain. Sometimes I share it.
September 12th. Skeevers? You look like hell.
I want to talk to Dent. I want to cop a plea. I want to talk about flies.
Merkle, get Dent. Forget to tell the commissioner. I'm gone.
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Chapter 6: How does Commissioner Loeb influence Gordon's actions?
Detective Flass is a friend of mine, Gordon. You might have at least informed me of your plans before handing his head to Internal Affairs. It was a slip, sir. Everybody's working such long hours. Okay, enough of this. I'll handle this, Brandon. Friendship, Gordon. Loyalty. These words still count for something in Gotham City. We took you in. Yes, we did. Blemishes and all.
And you do have your blemishes.
And you go and... I've done exactly what I promised, Commissioner. You get my best work.
No, they don't.
Not the way we know you. It'd be terrible if they, or your wife, learned of the special nature of your relationship with Sergeant Essen.
How did you get this?
Walls of years, Jimmy.
Commissioner Loeb assures Gotham that the manhunt for the bad man continues, with hero cop James Gordon on the case.
September 25th. Good afternoon, Mr. Gordon. Wayne Manor. The butler makes us feel as welcome as a virus. He leads us through a few dozen rooms the size of small states to Wayne's study. Wayne's been out of the country. Wayne's had the flu. This morning I was told he had a hangover, but he'd see me.
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Chapter 7: What is the outcome of Skevers' testimony?
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Now he's moving.
Good. Alfred, how'd you like my performance?
Positively vaudevillian, sir. I gather the remaining bottle of club soda may be left in its proper container. I suppose you'll take up flying next. Like that fellow in Metropolis.
There's a thought.
October 2nd.
Skevers is told to swear when and how much money you receive, Flass. And you've been spending a lot more than you're earning. You're facing 10 years in prison, Flass.
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Chapter 8: How does the episode explore the theme of loyalty?
Hello? Yes, sir. I know about Sergeant Essen. Please don't bother me again.
Barbara. Don't.
October 7th. Somebody slips rat poison into Skeever's food. Markle gets his stomach pumped in time. Skeever's is still going to testify against Flass. Doesn't care that his attorney quit. Whatever he's scared of, it's... What's so funny, Dent? Nothing. October 12th. I'm chain-smoking outside the maternity ward. Barbara's been in there too long. Why won't they let me see her?
Counting every minute, it's torture.
Lieutenant Gordon? Yes? It's a boy. Your wife is fine.
$40,000?
Sure, where am I supposed to sell it? I thought you'd have jewels or paintings. This toy doesn't even work.
Not now, Otto. They're giving the credit to Batman.
Aces. Selina, you don't want them to know it was you.
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