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It’s episode 120 of the DCAU Review and the hosts are still reviewing the OG DCAU show with Batman: The Animated Series episode “Terror in the Sky” which officially ends the Man-Bat/Langstrom saga. Cal and Liam discuss some similar plot beats to “On Leather Wings”, how this episode uses music animation and plot to create a  truly memorable action scene, attention to detail within the designs, the many different expressions of the Man-Bat,  the range of acting asked of Kevin Conroy, and once again bring up how to rate an episode with a mystery plot point. The hosts also reveal which episode won their fan choice poll for next week’s Elseworld’s episode. Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 – Lia

Bonus Episode 9 is upon us and that means another review of the latest offering from Batman: The Adventures Continue miniseries. This week the Good Brothers will be reviewing “Red Son Rising Part 1 & 2” which deals with the untold story of Jason Todd Robin and how he came to be. The hosts discuss the entire story, where they may have diverged from the original DC continuity, a speculation on the origin of the newest character “The Straightman,” a debate on which issue has had the best artwork so far and the ever-popular continuity discussion. Plus find out how you can help pick our topic for one of this month’s regularly scheduled episodes! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to follow our Instagram like us on Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/messa

The Good Brothers take a break from all of the sci-fi man-beasts for a good old-fashioned revenge tale. The culmination to the Batman/Ninja plot comes to an end as the hosts cover “Day of the Samurai”, the follow up to the Kyodai Ken saga that started in “Night of the Ninja.” The hosts discuss a variety including the sepia-toned bookends of the Wayne/Ken story, inconsistent animation that leads to some high highs and low lows. The hosts also discuss the cultural sensitivity for the Japanese culture being refreshing, the fantastic music and where this episode improved over the previous Ninja episode. Plus, the thread throughout that they believe could’ve been expounded on, an appreciation of Eric Rodomski’s background images, why this Batman feels truer to the character than some recent live-action portrayals, practicing the “fatal touch” as kids, and a discussion on the latest unfortunate news out of DC Comics. A full scorecard and much more await on this week’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscrib

The unofficial Creature Feature month continues on the DCAU Review as the Good Brothers continue their month of Batman: The Animated Series coverage. This week our hosts review “Moon of the Wolf” which is based on a 1970s Neal Adams era Batman comic of the same title. Unfortunately for the hosts the comic seems to have been a bit more interesting as they quickly learn, due partly in fact to the return of Akom Production Co. as the team responsible for the animation. Other topics discussed include the lack of intelligence from each featured character, Bruce Wayne’s body dysmorphia, a soundtrack that introduces electric guitar for the first time to the DCAU soundtrack, speculation on the purpose of the cliffhanger ending, and an in-depth look at “Werewolfism.” Plus our hosts preview next week’s episode and highlight some connections from this episode to the larger DCAU continuity. Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire

Hard to believe we are already kicking off the month of August, but the calendar never lies, so the Good Brothers are kicking off the month with a return to where It all began, with Batman: The Animated Series episode “Tyger, Tyger.” The hosts discuss the H.G. Wells novel on which the episode is loosely inspired, the unsettling feelings one host has from some of the character designs,  a soundtrack that hits its spots where it has to, why it doesn’t make sense where this episode falls in production order, a struggle to find the moral of the story, and some Fleischer Superman vibes. Plus, a clinic in voice acting from the great Kevin Conroy, why there was no follow-up episode for Tygress, and a preview of next week’s episode on this week’s all-new DCAU Review podcast! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 3/10 – Liam:

The month of July draws to a close with one last review of an episode of Static Shock. This week’s appropriately titled episode “Static in Africa” finds Virgil Hawkins taking a trip to Ghana where he runs into another local superhero and his adversary.  The Good Brothers discuss Anansi’s folklore origins, as well as his connection to another DCAU hero. The hosts also discuss some of the poignant real-world topics touched on, where they wish the focus would’ve played out more, Static losing his jacket, the return of Liam’s #CapeMovement Corner, Osebo’s potential origins, and why this episode deserves a re-watch. Plus, the guys preview next week’s show and give a monthly roundup from this month’s coverage on this week’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s en

As promised, the Good Brothers return with another Bonus Episode, this time with a review of the latest issue of Batman: The Adventures Continue, issue number 4, chapters 7 and 8, titled “The Darker Knight Part I & II.” Cal and Liam break down the lastest digital-first issue talking about the introduction of Azrael/Jean Paul Valley to the DCAU, possible origins for the mysterious “Mr. Wing” including a far-out headcanon from one of the hosts, discussion on why the artwork continues to blow the hosts away, the ongoing controversy regarding how this fits into DCAU-continuity including a bombshell revelation that changes one particular character’s past and future and discuss the brilliant cliffhanger that leads to issue number 5. Plus the hosts speculate on what and who we might see in the final two issues and talk about getting series one of the DC Direct Batman: The Adventures Continue in-hand and give a little preview for what they’ll be covering for August on the main show. All of this and more

It’s episode 115 of the DCAU Review and the Good Brothers are once again reviewing a season 3 episode of Static Shock, with this week’s being “Gear” which marks the series premiere of Richie Foley’s alter ego of the same name. This week the hosts talk Static’s character growth, Richie’s least annoying appearance to date, Ebon’s voice influencing a John Mulaney stand-up bit and the inconsistent nature of his powers, the aesthetics of Static and Gear’s costumes, Cal coming to terms with the style of Static’s soundtrack, sneaky Milestone Comics Easter Eggs and much more! Plus Cal and Liam preview next week’s episode as chosen by the listeners! All of this and much more on this week’s new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Audio Player Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode

Have you ever wanted to hear the Good Brothers discuss the NBA career accomplishments of Shaquille O’Neal? Well, you are in luck because this week’s episode reviews the Season 2 Static Shock episode “Static Shaq” where “Big Aristotle” makes his DCAU debut. The hosts talk about grading seasons 1 and 2 on a curve, the animation looking a little bit like a Robert Smigel cartoon, similarities to the Scooby-Doo/Globetrotters crossover and other Hanna-Barbera toons, and second-guessing if Shaq was actually the one to voice himself in this episode. Cal also doubles down on his issues with the soundtrack and the hosts discuss how they might have pitched a Shaq appearance if they had been in charge in 2002. All of this, a full scorecard, and a preview of next week’s episode on this week’s DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Inst

We’re halfway through the year and the Good Brothers are ready to start another month with reviews of Static Shock, starting with the season 3 premiere episode “Hard as Nail” featuring the second team-up between Virgil and the Dark Knight! The hosts discuss the thought behind having the Caped Crusader return for another season premiere episode, one voice performance that left them wanting a little more, a discussion of the TNBA vs BTAS Poison Ivy look, Arleen Sorkin’s fantastic performance, speculation about a unique power that Static appears to debut in this episode, the awesome new season 3 theme song and what turns out to be the widest margin of difference in a single and overall score in DCAU Review history. Don’t miss a heated debate between the hosts with regards to this week’s soundtrack and much more on this week’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our wa

The Good Brothers wrap up the year month of June with a review of Superman: The Animated Series episode “Obsession” which features the return of Toyman to the city of Metropolis. Cal and Liam discuss the haunting nature of the DCAU’s Toyman, weigh in on just how you are supposed to pronounce “Lana”, pose the question of Giant Mechanical Duck v Giant Mechanical Kangaroo, and revisit Jimmy “Horndog” Olsen. Also, they discuss a few blink-and-you-miss-it cameos including one from a future JLU member, discuss the Toyman theme song, how much they love the #SUPERCLAP and a surprising voice cameo from a voiceactinv legend. Plus, the hosts reveal what show they’ll be reviewing for the month of July and have a complete scorecard for this week’s episode on this week’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram

Bonus Episode 7 is here and it’s time to review two more chapters from Batman: The Adventures Continue, wrapping up with Part III, and Part IV of “Mentors” which is issue number 3 of the miniseries. Cal and Liam discuss the excitement of getting a few of the new DC Direct figures and a physical copy of Issue #1 in-hand, a breakdown of both parts of the comic, a return to the nitpicking corner as they talk about a few things they wished were different, more praise for Ty Templeton and Monica Kubina’s artwork and speculation on where Nightwing could make his first appearance in the series. Plus, the Good Brothers discuss why this comic felt like a lost episode of The New Batman Adventures and a few potential DCAU continuity issues revealed in this chapter. Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sur

As the Good Brothers continue their June reviews of the Man of Steel they come upon one of the series-defining episodes of Superman; The Animated Series when Lobo makes his first animated appearance ever in the DCAU in the episodes “The Main Man Part 1 & 2.” Cal and Liam discuss how monumental it was at the time for this adult character that started out as a riff on 90’s gritty comics to appear on a children’s cartoon and then begin discussing the ins and out of the plot that at times feels right out of a Looney Toons cartoon. The hosts also discuss the myriad of interesting visuals on The Preserver’s ship, including one important background cameo that would be a storyline thread in another DCAU show. The guys also talk about the great soundtrack and the uniqueness that adds to the Lobo character itself as well as the iconic voice performance from  Brad Garrett and an early appearance from another voice actor that would go on to play an important baddie on Batman Beyond. All of this, a full

Episode 110 is here and the Good Brothers continue the month of June with the Man of Tomorrow as they review Superman: The Animated Series episode “My Girl” which features the debut of the all-grown-up Lana Lang. Cal and Liam discuss a plot which leaves it very much open to interpretation as to whether or not Lex Luthor could have feelings after all. Also, the hosts talk about a guest vocal performance that has to carry most of the show and how well they think they handled that responsibility, what happened when they went to listen to this week’s soundtrack, some stunning visuals with a mix of off-model characters and a very specific homage to the Max Fleischer Superman cartoons. Plus the guys reveal which long-awaited episode they’ll be covering next week on this week’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check ou

A new month means the Good Brothers kickoff another series review, as they return to the bright blue skies of Metropolis and Superman: The Animated Series. This week the hosts are reviewing the origins of the Parasite with the season 1 episode “Feeding Time.” Cal and Liam discuss a plot that’s fun but not without a few holes, stunning visuals with some horror-esque undertones, yet another case for the importance of the release of individual series soundtracks and a voice cast with a sound-alike comparison to a famous comedian. Plus the hosts give a full scorecard and reveal what episode they’ll be reviewing next week! All on this week’s DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting:

Wrapping up another month’s worth of Batman Beyond, the Good Brothers tackle one final episode entitled “Eyewitness”, where the relationship between the new Batman and the old Batgirl comes to a head. Cal and Liam discuss just how much enjoyment can come from an episode when the tension has been spoiled, more love for the Mad Stan character, why this episode may have deserved to have been a 2-part episode, further appeals for the soundtrack to be released, a tough discussion with regards to the episode’s rewatchability and a discussion on the transition from traditional to digital animation. Many more topics are covered and a preview for which series will be featured in the month of June on today’s new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s

It’s another Bonus Episode, just in time for your Monday morning! Cal & Liam review “Mentors Part 1 & 2” which is Issue 2, Chapter 3 & 4 of Batman: The Adventures Continue comic series. The hosts discuss the highlights from each chapter, the exciting Easter Eggs from previous Batman episodes, changes to the artwork since the original pages were shown, the advantages of a digital release for editing purposes, where Firefly’s new costume fits into the DCAU canon, speculate how DC might be testing the waters for future DC Direct figure releases and much more! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to follow our Instagram like us on Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/support

It’s Episode 107 of the DCAU Review and the Good Brothers are covering one of their favorite episodes in all of the DC Animated Universe, the Batman Beyond episode “Terry’s Friend Dates a Robot.” Discussions include the absolute absurd plot co-written by a DCAU legend including how a high school would allow a brand new mystery student on campus without any sort of questioning, one line of dialogue that our hosts believe could be the funniest in DCAU history, another plea for WB to release the Batman Beyond soundtrack and a special segment in honor of this week’s episode title. Plus the hosts talk a special voice cast cameo and preview next week’s episode on today’s all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking

Initially slated to be a single-review episode, Cal & Liam called an audible and decided to bring forth a Giant-Size Double Feature on this week’s DCAU Review, tackling both Batman Beyond episodes “Revenant” and “Babel.” Truly a tale of two episodes as both feature returning villains, the Good Brothers discuss the shortcomings of another Willie Watt centric episode, a lackluster culmination to the final battle between Terry and Willie, an homage to another classic Spider-Man visual and a why one host is happy that this is the last appearance for this villain. Moving on two the second episode our hosts discuss fantastic visuals in Shriek’s return, Batman vs. zoo animals, why this episode feels like the passing of the Bat-mantle, discovering more about the future Batmobile’s capabilities, using traditional Batman-villain tropes in a new effective way, a trilogy of scenes where the voice acting is incredibly powerful and a soundtrack that brings back the classic Batman themes. Plus, the hosts have score

Continuing their month of Batman Beyond reviews, the Good Brothers discuss the episode “Mind Games” which has a few connections to other DCAU shows as well as nods to other comic universes. The hosts discuss in detail the mid-episode battle versus the end battle, the unclear nature of some of the villains’ powers, a soundtrack that impresses and the most visually striking scene of the entire episode. Plus a preview of next week’s episode and much more on this week’s all-new edition of the DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page  See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 28/40 – Liam: 28