The Batman Book Club

New Batman in March (Episode 271)

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in March 2026. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles Ba...

Batman v Superman General Mills Comics (Episode 270)

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to celebrate the 10th anniversary of "Batman v Superman" by diving into the...

Batman & Robin: Year One with Alex Segura (Episode 269)

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Alex Segura returns to discuss the Mark Waid and Chris Samnee story "Batman & Robin: Year One". We also talk abo...

New Batman in February (Episode 268)

28 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in February 2026. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles...

Batman Chat with Clay McCormack (Episode 267)

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Comic writer and artist Clay McCormack returns to the show for a wide-spanning conversation on all things Batman. We talk: -Batman '89 -Batman Beyond ...

New Batman in January (Episode 266)

31 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in January 2026. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles ...

Batman '66 Writer Jeff Parker (Episode 265)

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Batman '66 main writer Jeff Parker joins the show to talk all about the celebratory comic book series. Hear us talk: -Jeff's favorite...

Batman '66: Main Title (Episode 264)

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Trey Jackson returns to help us celebrate 60 years of the BATMAN TV series by diving into a story from the BATMAN ’66 comic series,...

The Garden of Death (Episode 263)

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to help us celebrate 60 years of the BATMAN TV series by diving into a story from the BATMAN '66 comic series, &quot...

New Batman in December

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in December 2025. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles...

Batman/Santa Claus - Silent Knight (Episode 261)

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For this year's Christmas episode, I welcome back jolly ol' saint Garret Grev to discuss the crossover story full of the holiday spirit, in "Batm...

Batman TMNT III (Episode 260)

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast returns to the show to discuss this final chapter of crossover awesomeness, "Batman/TMNT III". Hear us discu...

Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker (Episode 259)

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I welcome Benjamin David from the Above and Batman Beyond podcast to discuss the 25th anniversary of the "Batman Beyond: Return ...

New Batman in November (Episode 258)

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another wrap-up discussion of new Batman comics released in November. Hear us discuss: -The final issue of...

Episode 257: The Riddler: Year One

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We visit the world of "The Batman". Trey Jackson returns to the show to discuss and dissect the dark, disturbing, and sad story, "The R...

Episode 256: Steve Englehart Returns

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, legendary Batman writer Steve Englehart returns to talk all about the process of creating the Batman sequel series, "Dark Detective"....

Episode 255: Batman in October

31 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another month has wrapped, which means it’s time for Peter Verra to return to the show and wrap up a month of new Batman comics. Hear us talk the la...

Episode 254: Batman: Revolution w/ John Jackson Miller

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, author John Jackson Miller returns to talk about his next novel "Batman: Revolution". Hear us discuss: -reaction to last year's "Batm...

Episode 253: First Time Reading The Long Halloween

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I welcome back pals Peter R. Verra and Andy Luca so we can get a fresh perspective on someone who has just read Batman: The Long Hall...

Episode 252: Full Moon

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kicking off the spooky season, Bill Ramey returns to the show so we can howl at the moon and talk the Black Label horror story, Batman: Full Moon. Rat...

Episode 251: Batman in September

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another month has ended, which means it's time to wrap it up. Peter Verra returns to talk new Batman comics released in September. Hear us discuss: -T...

Episode 250: Favorite Joker Stories

23 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Joker's 85th anniversary, here's an episode all about the Clown Prince of Crime! Justin Kowalski returns to discuss and rank our favorite ...

Episode 249: Lovers & Madmen

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Joker month continues! Peter R. Verra returns to the show to discuss an intriguing Joker origin tale found in the pages of Batman: Confidential, "Love...

Episode 248: Going Sane

09 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's Joker month! In honor of Batman's arch nemesis turning 85 this year, we are exploring some Joker-focused stories this month. Here, friend Domenic...

Episode 247: Batman in August

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another month has ended, so it's time for Peter R. Verra to return and discuss new Batman comics. Hear us break down new comics in August, including: ...

Episode 246: The World

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Skol captain Garret Grev returns to the show so we can travel globally, talking the anthology book Batman: The World. Hear us as we: ...

Episode 245: 24/7

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to discuss a highly-memorable Batman comic cover, and the not-talked-about-so-much story within, from Gotham Knights...

Episode 244: Batman in July

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Verra returns to the show to talk all new Batman comics released in July. Hear us give our thoughts on: -The next chapter of Hush 2 -Flawless se...

Episode 243: Batman Absolute Editions

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Chris Clow returns to the show to discuss and celebrate Batman comics in the Absolute format. Hear us pick our Top 3, and honorable m...

Episode 242: Dark Knight Over Metropolis

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carlos Demen returns to the show and brings with him another Batman/Superman story, with the 3-issue crossover "Dark Knight Over Metr...

Episode 241: Batman in June

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another monthly wrap-up episode with Peter R. Verra! We're talking: -Batman and Robin, Robin and Batman, and Batman and Robin! -The insanely good Dar...

Episode 240: Tom King Returns

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Tom King returns to the show to dive into more of his Batman work. We talk: -Origins of Batman/Elmer Fudd -The influence of Killing T...

Episode 239: Batman Forever Comic Adaptation

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Ryan Hoss returns to celebrate 30 years of Batman Forever. We take a look back at the comic book adaptation, discussing: -Dennis O'N...

Episode 238: Batman Begins Adaptation w/ Scott Beatty

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Scott Beatty returns to the show to celebrate 20 years of the Batman Begins comic adaptation. Hear us discuss: -How he got the...

Episode 237: Batman in May

31 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Another month has ended, which means Peter Verra is back to discuss all of the new Batman comics released. We break down: -The next chapter of Hush 2 ...

Episode 236: Steve Englehart

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, legendary Batman writer Steve Englehart joins the show to highlight some of his memorable issues of Detective Comics, also collective...

Episode 235: Batman in April

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another discussion on new Batman comics, this time released in Apri...

Episode 234: Dark Age w/Mark Russell

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Mark Russell returns to the show to talk about his latest complete Batman project, Dark Age. Hear us discuss: -Mark's approach...

Episode 233: Multiversus: Collision Detected w/Jon Sommariva

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, artist Jon Sommariva returns to the show for a fun conversation on his latest book "Multiversus: Collision Detected". Hear us discuss...

Episode 232: Batman in March

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

King of the Frolickers Peter R. Verra returns to the show for another wrap up of new Batman comics, this time released in March. Hear us discuss: -The...

Episode 231: The Hush Saga

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the episode, Ryan Hoss returns for a long, in-depth discussion on the character Hush. Here us discuss: -The character's debut story -Hush Returns -...

Episode 230: Dan Chichester

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer of Daredevil/Batman: Eye for an Eye, Dan Chichester, joins the show. Hear us discuss: -The origins of the crossover -Dan worki...

Episode 229: Daredevil/Batman

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric Carter returns to the show to discuss when The Man Without Fear meets The Dark Knight, in the Marvel/DC mashup "Daredevil/Batman...

Episode 228: Batman in February

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us talk: -The last issue of Chip Zdarsky's Batman run -...

Episode 227: Digital Justice

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to the show to "celebrate" the 35th Anniversary of an infamous Batman story that has a lot of opinions, "Digita...

Episode 226: Robin Dies at Dawn

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Bill Ramey returns to discuss a classic, albeit interesting, story from Batman #156, "Robin Dies at Dawn". Hear us talk: -This story ...

Episode 225: Batman in January

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Verra returns for another discussion on all of the new Batman comics released this month. Hear us talk: -Legacy titles Batman and Detective Comi...

Episode 224: Birth of the Demon

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tim Rooney returns and brings along the origin story of Ra's al Ghul, "Batman: Birth of the Demon". Hear us discuss: -The engaging st...

Episode 223: First Knight

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Paul Hermann from The Comic Binge returns to the show to talk a new Batman story set in the 1930s, The Bat-Man: First Knight. Hear us...

Episode 222: Batman in December

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! Peter R. Verra returns for the final show of 2024, looking back on all of the new Batman comics released in December. Hear us discuss:...

Episode 221: Slayride

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In another festive episode, Justin Kowalski returns to hitch a ride with the Joker in the Detective Comics #826 story, "Slayride". Rate and Review the...

Episode 220: A Christmas Peril!

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Minnesota's own Santa Claus, Garret Grev, returns for a festive discussion, talking about the holiday story found in Batman #27, "A C...

Episode 219: Batman in November

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another monthly wrap-up episode, this time talking all of the new Batm...

Episode 218: Batman '66: The Lost Episode

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Holy Jekyll and Hyde! Jay Yaws returns to the show in campy fashion, as we return to the world of Batman '66, and the debut of Two-Face, with the com...

Episode 217: Heart of Hush

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Domenic Iannicca joins the show to talk a sequel chapter in the Hush storyline, Heart of Hush. Hear us discuss: -Where this story tak...

Episode 216: Batman in October

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy Halloween! Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap up discussion of new Batman comics. Hear us break down: -Tom Taylor's debut issue in Det...

Episode 215: The Long Halloween w/ Tim Sheridan

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this special deluxe edition of The Batman Book Club, the writer extraordinaire himself, Tim Sheridan, returns to the show to discuss, dissect, and ...

Episode 214: Batman: Resurrection with author John Jackson Miller

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, author John Jackson Miller joins the show to talk about his new book Batman: Resurrection. Hear us discuss: -John's memories of seein...

Episode 213: Batman: Year One Artist's Edition

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we're diving back into Batman: Year One but with a specific angle: David Mazzucchelli's Artist's Edition. Special guest, and comic ar...

Episode 212: First Time Reading Batman: Year One

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andy Luca joins the show for a special discussion surrounding Batman: Year One, a classic tale he read for the first time this year. ...

Episode 211: Batman in September

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly recap of new Batman comics, this time released in September. Hear us talk: -The Long Hallowee...

Episode 210: Batman/Catwoman

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Austin Rodriguez returns to the show to gush even more about Tom King, and the writer's punctuation mark to his Batman run, Batman/Ca...

Episode 209: The Joker: Devil's Advocate

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Carlos Demen returns to the show for a fun, throwback 90's story, The Joker: Devil's Advocate. Hear us discuss: -Batman's drive in th...

Episode 208: Batman in August

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra returns for another monthly wrap up, this time talking the new Batman comics released in August. Hear us review: -Lega...

Episode 207: The Man Who Falls

23 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Trey Jackson returns to talk the highly-influential Batman story, The Man Who Falls. Hear us discuss: -The many ways it inspired Batm...

Episode 206: Endgame

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Joe Fornarotto returns to the show to talk more Batman vs. Joker from The New 52, with Endgame. Hear us discuss: -DC keeping the stor...

Episode 205: Batman in July

31 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the end of the month, which means another wrap up of new Batman comics released with our favorite Italian Peter R. Verra. Hear us discuss: -A goo...

Episode 204: Dark Nights: Metal

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Chris Clow returns to the show for a tale like no other, as we rock, roll, and dissect the DC event "Dark Nights Metal". Hear us: -Ex...

Episode 203: Death of the Dreammaster

13 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Macho Minnesotan Garret Grev returns with a wild card. We open the prose book "The Further Adventures of Batman", and discuss the fir...

Episode 202: Batman in June

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from Straight Outta Gotham returns for another monthly wrap up of new Batman comics. Here us talk: -Legacy titles Batm...

Episode 201: Batman Novelization

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of the 35th anniversary of Batman, Ryan Hoss returns to the show to discuss the official novelization based on the movie. Hear us highlight: ...

Episode 200: Sean Murphy

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Going big for Episode 200, as Sean Murphy joins the show and makes a unique pick for our Batman discussion. Rate and Review the Show: Apple | Spoti...

Episode 199: Batman in May

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Another month comes to an end, which means Peter Verra returns for a wrap up of new Batman comics. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles Batman and Detectiv...

Episode 198: Venom w/ Alex Segura

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Alex Segura returns to the show to talk the praised Batman story, Venom. Hear us discuss: -The tight writing of Dennis O'Neil ...

Episode 197: The Joker

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Bill Ramey from batman-on-film returns for a deep dive into the Batman archives, looking at the debut of the Clown Prince of Crime in...

Episode 196: Batman in April

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another conversation on new Batman comics, this time released in April. Hear us disc...

Episode 195: Batman / TMNT II

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Flip the manhole cover, grab a pizza, and skateboard to the sewers as Andy DiGenova from Holy Batcast returns to the show for a cowabunga celebration....

Episode 194: Enemies & Allies

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show to talk the Batman/Superman novel Enemies & Allies. Hear us discuss: -How...

Episode 193: Batman in March

31 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter R. Verra from the Straight Outta Gotham podcast returns for another monthly discussion of new Batman comics, this time released...

Episode 192: Dark Age w/Mark Russell

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Mark Russell joins the show to talk about his new book, Batman: Dark Age. Hear us discuss: -The origins of the book -If there ...

Episode 191: The Audio Adventures w/Anthony Marques

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, artist Anthony Marques joins the show to talk about his work in the comic series Batman: The Audio Adventures. Here us talk: -His dev...

Episode 190: Batman in February

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a discussion on the new Batman comics released in February. Hear us review: -The Joker: Year One arc that was...

Episode 189: The Multiverse of the Dark Knight w/ Matthew Manning

21 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, writer Matthew Manning returns to the show to discuss his latest Batman book, The Multiverse of the Dark Knight. We discuss: -The ori...

Episode 188: Dreadful Birthday, Dear Joker

14 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If the title doesn't seem familiar, you know the cover. Jay Yaws returns to the show to talk the story found inside Batman #321, Dreadful Birthday, De...

Episode 187: Year Two

07 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Javi Trujillo returns to discuss the infamous 1987 comic book story, Batman: Year Two. Hear us discuss: - The changing of the artists...

Episode 186: Batman in January

31 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for a recap of the new Batman comics released in January. Hear us discuss: -Legacy titles Batman and Detective Co...

Episode 185: Penguin Triumphant

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Justin Kowalski returns with top hat and an umbrella to talk about Oswald Cobblepot in the story Penguin Triumphant. Here us chat abo...

Episode 184: Nosferatu

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, friend from the north Reno Dee joins the show to talk Batman: Nosferatu, a unique, atmospheric Elseworlds tale. Hear us discuss: -The...

Episode 183: Batman in December

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Peter R. Verra returns for another episode discussing new Batman comics, this time released in December. Hear us highlight: -The strengths of DC's Bla...

Episode 182: A Christmas Riddle

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Mr. Minnesota returns for a jolly discussion on a holiday tale, A Christmas Riddle. Hear us discuss: -Paul Dini's superb storytelling...

Episode 181: Mask of the Phantasm

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In honor of Mask of the Phantasm's 30th anniversary, Ryan Hoss returns to the show to talk about the movie's novelization and comic adaptation. Hear u...

Episode 180: Batman in November

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Peter Verra returns for another monthly wrap up show, this time talking the new Batman comics released in November. Hear us discuss...

Episode 179: One Bad Day: Ra’s al Ghul

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the One Bad Month Finale! We finish a busy month taking a look at the last book of the One Bad Day series, focusing on Ra's al Ghul. Joining me i...