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Cal and Liam are here with a surprise bonus episode to discuss the details of the Batman: Caped Crusader featurette shown at the 2021 DC Fandome, which revealed that Bruce Timm will be joined by fellow DCAU Legend James Tucker in the production of the series. The Good Brothers share their reaction to Mr. Timm's comments that this series will be "more Batman: The Animated Series than Batman: The Animated Series." and confirmation of the prediction made by the hosts in a prior bonus episode that this show will be in the same vein as the Batman: Strange Days short produced for the Batman 75 celebration. They also discuss how the addition of Mr. Tucker to the team could quell the fears of those fearful of a modern Timm-led project, and a roundup of other DC Animated reveals on this special bonus edition of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Googl

In a month where the hits don't seem to stop coming, The Good Brothers are here again to bring you another Batman: The Animated Series review with this week's discussion of "Shadow Of The Bat Part I & II." With two parts to discuss, Cal & Liam delve heavily into the plot and talk about why this truly is a masterpiece episode deserving of praise, even though it features the tired trope of introducing a new character only to reveal later on that he's actually on the wrong side of the law. Plus how setting up Barbara's story long before this episode made the metamorphosis of her into Batgirl make much more sense than often how it's portrayed in the comics. Additional praise is heaped on the instant classic soundtrack and what might just be a top 5 iconic line from Melissa Gilbert's portrayal of Batgirl. All of this, visuals a plenty including the unexplained change between episodes of the Batgirl costume, the physics of a subway car moving underwater and some beautifully directed shots throughout the epi

So much content from The Good Brothers this week that you likely have barely had time to consume it all. This episode features a review of issue 4 of the J.M. DeMatteis and James Tucker helmed Justice League Unlimited follow up titled Justice League Infinity. The hosts discuss similarities between this episode and "Hereafter," the story behind this month's controversial cover,  whether the big bad of the entire miniseries has been officially revealed, and just who might be lurking and calling to Amazo behind the cracking borders of the universe. Plus, more artwork discussion of Ethen Beavers and Nick Filardi's colors and unique panel layouts and even more baseless speculation for where the shiny new Javelin will take the story next on this week's DCAU Bonus Episode review of "The Mirror Crack'd Part IV." Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts

Liam and Cal drop their second of three new podcasts on your feed this week with a standard review of the classic and tentpole Batman: The Animated Series episode "Harley & Ivy." Hear the Good Brothers discuss everything from Harley Quinn's aversion to needles, to the reveal of her and Joker's tumultuous relationship, to why Batman didn't properly plan for taking on Poison Ivy. Plus a breakdown of some disappointingly inconsistent visuals, music that is sure to get stuck in your head all day and voice performances from an all-star cast. Plus a preview of next week's TWO part episode and much more on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 4/10 – Liam: 5/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voi

Cal and Liam are back again with a review of the latest review of Batman The Adventures Continue: Season Two. Issue 5 of the series entitled "Mayor Mayhem Part I" features a flashback to Batman's year one dealing with a corrupt, power hungry Gotham socialite turned politician who ruled Gotham with a brutal police force designed to carry out his corrupt bidding. Unfortunately for the Dark Knight he's back and the Good Brothers have lots of speculation as to where the story is headed, as well as a critique for some of the pencils and inks for this month's issue from returning artist Rick Burchett. Plus. everyone's favorite discussion piece, canon-icty and DCAU timeline talk and much more discussion await you on this Bonus Episode of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-sta

It's officially spooooooky season, but don't be afraid, the Good Brothers are here with more Batman: The Animated Series reviews for the month of October. Kicking things off with what one of the hosts dubs "Fans of the Fast & Furious franchise's favorite episode," the hosts tackle "The Mechanic." Hear Liam and Cal discuss theories on just how many of the Bat-vehicles that Earl is responsible for designing, the on screen death of an [automobile parts] salesman, Batman Returns influencing plot points and visuals and an answer to just where Batman gets all of those wonderful toys. Additionally a breakdown of the heavy Penguin-themed soundtrack, inconsistent head shapes and a Falcone finally makes his debut in the DCAU. Plus a sneak peek at next week's episode, more theories about the underground financial institutions lending money to super villains and Gotham is revealed to be both a city and a state on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from t

As we come to the end of September, the Good Brothers wrap up their Elseworlds month with a trip to the universe of "Murakanime", better known as the classic series Teen Titans. The hosts cover the pilot episode "Final Exam" with a review of everything from the "Slade" vs "Deathstroke" name game, the hybrid of Tex Avery, Anime and more that makes up the show's unique animation style, the character models that would eventually influence looks in main DC continuity and a pair of Slade scenes that give a glimpse into the tone set for upcoming episodes. Additionally, the classic theme by Puffy Amiyumi and the soundtrack for this episode are dissected along with a voice cast feature several well know DCAU veterans. All of this, a preview of next month's reviews and much more are discussed on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcas

Liam and Cal are back with yet another Bonus Episode reviewing Batman The Adventures Continue Season 2 Issue Number 4. With this story titled "The Muscle" we are introduced to a new character to the Batman mythos, a shadowy mercenary with enhanced strength and a deadly delivery for Renee Montoya. The Good Brothers discuss the dynamic shift of Montoya going from working alongside Batman in P.O.V. to now having a much more Harvey Bullock-like opinion of the Dark Knight. The hosts also talk about series newcomer Jordan Gibson's cover and interior art. working with BFF of the show Monica Kubina on phenomenal artwork that makes this episode feel straight out of the original series. Plus the hosts speculate on where the story heads next month, including if there will be a connection to a Batman Beyond baddie established and much more on this episode of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to su

Week three of the Good Brothers' annual Elseworlds month continues, and this week it's a trip to the video game universe of the popular Arkham series with a look at the direct to video movie, Batman: Assault on Arkham. Although the title makes it seem like a Batman film, the movie actually heavily focuses on everybody's favorite government Task Force X aka "Some kind of Suicide Squad." Hear the hosts talk about a plot that likely influenced the two live action Squad movies that followed this 2014 release. The hosts talk the normal 4 categories including an eastern animation style that features both exciting action scenes, and disappointing shortcuts. Additionally they talk a huge voice cast featuring several DCAU voice-alumni and additional voices from video games and galaxies far, far away. Plus the return of a dubstep-influenced soundtrack and a preview of next week's HUGE review to wrap up the month, on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from

Not as celebrated as the big round numbers, but a milestone nonetheless as the 175th edition of the DCAU Review comes at you in this month of Elseworlds tales, taking a look around the DC Animated Multiverse. This week the Good Brothers return to James Tucker's Batman: The Brave and The Bold series with a review of one of the most loved and celebrated episodes, "Chill of The Night!" Not only does this episode feature writing from Paul Dini, with stories adapted directly from a Bill Finger/Bob Kane helmed comic, but also features a voice cast made up of plenty of DCAU veterans and three different Batmen! Hear a break down of a plot that sees The Phantom Stranger and The Spectre wager on the outcome of Batman's encounter with his parents' killer, visuals ripped directly from panels from Detective Comic #33, another showcase from Mark Hamill's incredible range of vocal performances, a shift in how the Dynamic Music Partners scored this episode differently from the rest of the series and why this might be the bes

Another month means another new issue of the Justice League Unlimited follow-up comic Justice League Infinity is out and the Good Brothers are here to give you a full recap of issue number three of the series. With threads headed in multiple issues for the first two issues, issue three begins to see a few of those threads converge, while offering a few new off shoots to tease one giant convergence down the line. J'onn continues to struggle with his view of humanity and attempt at assimilating, Overman's greatest fear is revealed, yet another Superman arrives in the Savage Time universe, we get an all new Javelin that may just be where the series derives its' name and a shocking final page reveals an unexpected return of a familiar, menacing face. The artwork from Ethen Beavers and Nick Filardi continues to be outstanding, and the hosts share some of their favorite pencils and color selections throughout the issue. Plus some speculation on just where this is all heading and much more await on this special Bonu

The month of September is upon us and not only are the Pumpkin Lattes spicy, but so is the focus of our Elseworld's theme month. With a focus on various villains across the multiverse, the Good Brothers kick things off with a review of the Green Lantern: The Animated Series episode "In Love and War..." which focuses on the introduction of the Star Sapphires to this universe. The hosts break down a plot that's light on action beats, but in true Green Lantern fashion is heavy on emotion. With CGI visuals, Cal & Liam discuss costumes for Carol Ferris and the rest of the Sapphires, a few short action sequences including the space ghost (not that one) and a Silver Age homage to Carol's original suit. Plus music that plays like a movie soundtrack punctuating the most emotional scenes and a small voice cast that has several members pulling double duty throughout the episode. All of this and much more await, as well as an exciting reveal for our 175th episode on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to T

As discussed on last week's episode, the Good Brothers are trying out a different kind of review this week, as they change things up from the standard episode/scorecard format to highlight a single character in the DCAU. With this month being all Batman Beyond episodes, the fellas thought it would be poignant to talk about arguably, the Future Knight's greatest adversary Derek Powers aka Blight. Hear the hosts discuss his entire DCAU story arc from beginning to end, the dual-natured threat of both of Derek Powers' personas, and his place in both Batman Beyond and the DCAU's history. Plus his greatest moments on screen, his appearances in DCAU tie-in material and main DC Continuity as well as a look back at his lackluster representation in action figure form. Plus a discussion of Sherman Howard's unforgettable performance that brought Blight to life, Blight's memorable music moments and more in depth discussion. All of this, a preview of next month's reviews and much more await you on this week's all new DCAU

Things get a little too 2020 in this fictional world of Gotham as a terrorist organization threatens to spread a highly contagious virus across the world in this week's review of the Batman Beyond episode "Plague." Hear the Good Brothers talk the return of The Stalker in his final non-cameo appearance in the DCAU but this time as an ally of the Dark Knight searching for False Face, a villain with origins that date back to the Bill Finger days of Batman. Hear the hosts talk about their thoughts on very unique and powerful music, the head cannon that ties in Roland Daggett, Carl Lumbly being great at voice acting (shocker) and contractually obligated talk about The Tick animated series. Plus an exciting announcement regarding next week's episode and much more on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts

Continuing with the month of August, the Good Brothers proceed with their Batman Beyond reviews, this week being the final hurdle between excuses as to why they haven't reviewed The Zeta Project yet with his introduction in the aptly titled episode "Zeta." Hear the hosts talk why they have a hard time relating or feeling any emotion for a robot with the head that looks like the True Religion logo, and how this robot differs from other more sympathetic examples of cartoon robots. The hosts also discuss a few visual gaffes and shortcuts, where TV shows The Fugitive and The Incredible Hulk's influences are revealed and which character Liam thinks should have joined Zeta on his spinoff show. Plus speculation as to why Zeta's look changes from this appearance to his own show, Cree Summer's heavy lifting in voice acting and some DCAU Review head canon for who Agent Bennet's grandfather may have been. All of this and more, plus a preview for next week's episode, on this edition of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscri

Cal and Liam are back with another review of Batman The Adventures Continue this week it's the Batgirl/Huntress centric issue number 3 entitled "The Hunter of The Hunted." Hear the Good Brothers discuss a plot that veers away from the standard Batman storyline and spends some time with Batgirl, The Huntress and the return of The Jazzman! Along the way, continuity takes a bit of a backseat and the hosts discuss their opinion of the importance of timelines when it comes to enjoying this comic. Wrapping up the episode, the hosts have some speculation on some of the reasons on why the artwork isn't quite the norm and the transition between the heroic Ty Templeton to the veteran Rick Burchett on pencils and inks, more beautiful colors from the BFF of the show and a stunning cover by Stephanie Pepper! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Appl

Welcome to August and a trip back to the future streets of Gotham City as Cal and Liam return to reviewing Batman Beyond for the month and kick things off with the classic episode "The Eggbaby." As an Emmy Award-winning episode, the Good Brothers talk about the level of expectation set for the episode and whether it meets it, why the tone of the episode works, despite being a departure for the norm and why the episode tends to split fans when it comes to liking or disliking it. Also the hosts discuss some of the inspiration for Ma Mayhem as a foil for Terry, visual homages to Ghostbusters and a certain Steve Ditko character with a propensity for conspiracy theories. Additionally, they talk a voice performance from a 90s/00s TV icon, a return to Will Friedle's roots of sitcom acting, and a brand new introduction from the Future Dark Knight as well await you on this week's DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCA

The next issue of Justice League Infinity, the comic follow-up to Justice League Unlimited is here and the Good Brothers have their review. Hear the breakdown of the comic plot involving a trio of storylines featuring Superman, Overman and Martian Manhunter and some of the unique and beautiful artwork and the effective use of splash pages throughout the comic. Plus hear why Cal and Liam appreciate the quintessential Superman moment in this issue and why they both feel it accurately reflects his true nature. Plus, more speculation on where the hosts see this story going in the next few issues on this review of "The Crack'd Mirror" Part II! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/message Support this podcast: https

A fifth Saturday in the month means a trip around the Multiverse as the Good Brothers review an episode from the very popular Young Justice series, titled "Schooled." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that sees a more comic-faithful version of the android Amazo and why Superman playing the role of a deadbeat Dad just feels...alien. Stunning visuals abound with alternate motorcycle costumes for the heroes, a gang of robotic M.O.N.Q.I.s, car chases, crumbling bridge rescues and fights on a moving trains. Plus hear the hosts discuss a shift in how music was used for this series vs the DCAU, voice actors that may add to the general dislike for certain characters and why Robin shouldn't quit his day job to pursue a career in Seinfeld-esque observational standup comedy. Plus the hosts give a preview of which series they'll be covering for the month of August and much more on episode 169 of the DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content

With just two weeks left in the month of July the Good Brothers soldier on through their continued reviews of Superman: The Animated Series with this week's review of "Warrior Queen." Hear the hosts discuss the comic origins of Maxima, the episode's confusing lead that's played as a redemptive anti-hero in theory, but felt like a bit of a let down to the hosts as they dissect the plot. Also hear visuals discussed featuring several nods to galaxies far, far away and other places that no man has gone before, music that resounds of the Roman coliseum and a small voice cast but one that features plenty of guests albeit not without a few notable DCAU voice veterans. After the review stay tuned for a preview for next week's Elseworlds review and plenty more on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and pl