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The Good Brothers are back with another DCAU Review Double Feature! Today, they cover two more episodes of Batman Beyond! First, Cal and Liam look at the episode “Heroes,” an episode that is chock full of homages and references to classic Marvel Comics characters and themes! Then, the lads tackle “Shriek,” which in addition to seeing the debut of the fan-favorite villain of the same name, also sees Terry tasked with finding and stopping the baddy on his own after Bruce Wayne is hospitalized! There’s a lot to talk about with these two very memorable episodes, PLUS our hosts officially reveal what their topic will be for next week's landmark 30th episode! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Heroes Plot: Cal: 3/10 - Liam: 4/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal:

It's episode 28 of the DCAU Review, and Cal & Liam are discussing the finale of the Mr. Freeze saga in Batman Beyond's episode "Meltdown." An old adversary and the first time Terry's Batman is introduced to his season 1 arch nemesis are just two of the big moments that happen on this week's episode. The Good Brothers talk some more uneven music, a tremendous all around look for the episode, and why they could listen to Mr. Freeze's one-liners on repeat. Plus a full scorecard and maybe even a bonus point for wordplay, all streaming below! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! 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: 9/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1 - Episode Title Final Tally: Cal: 35/40 - Liam: 38/40 Please send an

It's a supersized 27th episode of the DCAU Review as Cal & Liam continue their visit to the futuristic world of Terry McGinnis's Gotham City. The Good Brothers talk about the introduction of Inque in the first episode entitled "Black Out" and follow up with the debut of accidental-telekinetic teen Willie Watt episode, "Golem." The guys talk about the ways Batman Beyond continues to differentiate its villains from prior Batman rogues incarnations, some excellent animation, the struggle to make teen angst plots stand up, plus more appreciation for the evil Derek Powers and full scorecards for each episode! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Black Out Plot: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1

Cal and Liam are back with their 26th offering and after wrapping up their second stint in Gotham City, the boys are looking to THE FUTURE! That’s right, the Good Brothers are taking their first look at the world of Batman Beyond as they review “Rebirth” Parts 1 & 2! Hear their thoughts on the design of the futuristic Gotham City (AKA Neo-Gotham), the characterization of Terry McGinnis and what sets him apart from Bruce Wayne, plus how the show walks the line between adhering to DCAU continuity while also completely standing out on its own! All this, plus their thoughts on the brand new style of DCAU music and of course, their regular scorecards on this week’s episode of the DCAU Review! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! 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: 5/10 - L

The 25th edition of the DCAU Review is here and this week your co-hosts Cal & Liam critique "Beware The Gray Ghost." This is episode is arguably the most memorable of the entire Batman: The Animated Series, and despite the temptation to let the nostalgia sway them, the brothers are putting this one under the proverbial critical microscope. Topics discussed include the instantly memorable Gray Ghost theme, Adam West's unforgettable performance as the Gray Ghost, the Batman character's humanity, and DOUBLE the #CapeMovement. Plus, our hosts actually have differing opinions on multiple aspects including a certain legendary producer's voice-acting and some questionable animation errors. All of this, plus a full scorecard and the hosts' rewatchability recommendation! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below

The good brothers continue their reviews of the classic Batman: The Animated Series on this, their 24th edition of the DCAU Review. This week's episode is shaping up to be an underrated classic with an all-star voice cast, Batman showing why he's known as the World's Greatest Detective and a villian with a sympathetic motivation. Cal & Liam share their thoughts on the creepy soundtrack, great voice performances, the Gotham City train as an effective plot device, and the delicate balance between quippy and effective Batman dialogue. Plus another exciting scorecard and some #CapeMovement talk! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 9/10 - Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: C

After a landmark 22nd episode, Cal & Liam follow-up with a review of the two-part episode "Cat And The Claw. Parts 1 & 2." This week the good brothers discuss the introduction of the Catwoman character to the DCAU, a significant amount of plot holes, the "generically European" terrorist known as Red Claw, and the biodegradable Bat-Glider. All of this, plus Liam's #CapeMovement Corner, a shout out to Pogs and a full scorecard await you on the 23rd episode of the DCAU Review!Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 4/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 5/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 23/40 - Liam: 22/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook -

There may be no more celebrated episode in the entire DCAU, than the one the boys tackle in this week's edition of the DCAU Review. Cal & Liam analyze the Emmy Award-winning "Heart Of Ice" for their 22nd episode and are excited to see if it hold up to its legendary status. Can the good brothers find some cracks in the ice? Find out as they discuss Paul Dini's revolutionary interpretation that turned a once laughable member of Batman's Rogues Gallery into the tragic Victor Fries character we know and love. Plus, an excellent soundtrack, loads of #CapeMovement and some surprise nods to a certain legendary Sci-Fi trilogy. All of this plus an exciting first for the DCAU Review scorecards! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 - L

For their 21st episode, Cal & Liam are dissecting "I've Got Batman In My Basement", also known as one of the most infamous episodes of Batman: The Animated Series. It features the series' first appearance of The Penguin and a child whom Liam is convinced grows up to be a psychopathic villain. Lots of humor, Underdwellers and Adam West Batman comparisons and a complete scorecard on this week's edition of the DCAU Review! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 3/10 - Liam: 3/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 5/10 Music: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 5/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 22/40 - Liam: 20/40 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dcaureview/support

The 20th episode of the DCAU Review brings the boys back to Gotham City and Batman: The Animated Series with the episode"It's Never Too Late", in which Batman goes toe to toe with a pair of drug dealing mob bosses. Cal & Liam compare this episode with past ones that haven't featured a classic Batman rogue, and the ability of this episode to still tell a unique, entertaining story. They also discuss the effectiveness of tackling this episode's heavy subject matter, the return of Liam's #CapeMovement Corner and a pair of perfect scores on this week's episode scorecard! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us Google Podcasts or on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yfhhVpHOAPQaXFIHbFtqX?si=CSnhyq18Tm-RQYdOjK76Zg As always, click below to see Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode: Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 6/10 Animation: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 8/10 Plot: Cal:

As last week's crossover episode alluded to, the good brothers detail a very special crossover event in this week's episode of the DCAU Review. As promised, episode 19 covers "World's Finest", aka the first official Batman/Superman interaction in the DCAU. On this week's episode, the fellas talk the voice acting "Dream Team" assembled for this episode, some inconsistent and rather infuriating animation, how this episode still holds up under the pressure of nostalgia, plus the introduction of THREE new sound effects! All of this and your weekly episode scorecard! Stream or download the latest episode below or on the Google Podcasts App and be sure to subscribe to us and leave us a review on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Click below to see the brothers' final scorecards for this week: Plot: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 4/10 - Liam: 7/10 Bonus Point: Cal +1 for Kryptonite/Justice League plot fore

Episode 18 of the DCAU Review features our first superhero crossover event as Liam & Cal cover Superman: The Animated Series episode Speed Demons. Hear the brothers discuss this incarnation of the Flash vs. the more well known and loved version featured in Justice League, "Weather Wizard" as a serious threat, and the exciting reveal of their own DCAU fan-theory! Stream or download the latest episode below or on the Google Podcasts App and be sure to subscribe to us and leave us a review on iTunes!Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Click below to see the hosts' final scorecards for this week: Plot: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 4/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 5/10  Music: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 - Liam: 7/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1 for first DCAU crossover Final Tally: Cal: 25/40 - Liam: 22/40 Feel free to send feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dcaure

The boys continue with their stay in Metropolis, covering two episodes of Superman: The Animated Series once again on this week's edition of The DCAU Review. Both of the episodes reviewed this week share the common thread of one of Superman's archenemies, and a pivotal protagonist in the DCAU, Brainiac! Listen to the brothers talk about Brainiac's character motivation, his chemistry and contrast with Lex Luthor, a important moment that goes on to impact Justice League Unlimited, and the return of Liam talking #CapeMovement. All of this, plus a pair of episode scorecards, all in one neat and tidy episode!Stream or download this week's episode below and be sure to subscribe to us a on iTunes and now on the Google Podcast App! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Click below to see the hosts' final scorecards for this week: Stolen Memories Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 6/10  Music: Cal: 4/10 - Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 6/10 Plot: Ca

just like Superman and Batman, Cal & Liam RETURN, this time with the 16th episode of the DCAU Review. This week, the brothers dissect the Superman: The Animated Series episode entitled "Brave New Metropolis" and are surprised to find it doesn't quite hold the nostalgic charm with which they had remembered. Topics discussed include the hit and miss aspects of this story's execution of the "rogue Superman" storyline, Liam's rage at an incredulous Lois Lane, and way too many references to a certain despised episode of Batman: The Animated Series. Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us and leave us a review on iTunes!Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Click below to see the hosts' final scorecards for this week: Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 5/10  Music: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 7/10 Plot: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 3/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 26/40 - Liam: 20/40 Feel free to send feedback our way v

Episode 15 of the DCAU Review finds the brothers finishing their trip to Apokolips in this classic episode of Superman: The Animated Series. Cal and Liam discuss the first appearance of *gasp* blood, Superman as Jesus, and the incredibly moving on screen death of a beloved supporting character. All of this plus the return of #CapeMovement and our overall episode scorecard! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us and leave us a review on iTunes!Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Click below to see Cal & Liam's final scorecard for this week's episode Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 9/10  Music: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 8/10 Plot: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1 real casualties in this war with Apokolips Final Tally: Cal: 28/40 - Liam: 30/40 Feel free to send feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dca

Cal & Liam return for their 14th edition of the DCAU Review, this week reviewing an all-time favorite episode of Superman: The Animated Series entitled "The Late Mr. Kent." In an episode unlike any before or after it, Superman must determine who murdered (or at least tried to) his alter-ego of Clark Kent and why? The brothers talk extensively as to why this episode is just so darn good, and they also discuss some real life social topics like capital punishment and how the underprivileged are treated by the justice system. Plus, an exciting first when it comes to their final scorecards! All of this streaming right here, right now! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us and leave us a review on iTunes!  Click Here To Download The Entire Episode!  Click below to see Cal & Liam's final scorecard for this week's episode Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 - Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 10/10 Plot: Cal: 10/10 -

Continuing with their theme episodes, Cal & Liam start on the road to Apokolips in this, their 13th episode. The brothers review Tools of the Trade, which lays the groundwork for some of the most intense episodes of Superman: The Animated Series, with the introduction of Jack Kirby's Fourth World characters. While this episode deals more with what's happening on Earth, it gives viewers a sneak peek at future mega-baddie Darkseid. The second reviewed episode, Father's Day, introduces the audience to Darkseid's son, Kalibak and give Cal & Liam a chance to discuss whether or not he's a sympathetic character. The brothers discuss the normal categories as well as the #DumbKents, Darkseid's cool heel bad guy, and a lack of musical themes for villains thus far compared to Batman: The Animated Series. Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! Be sure to, click below to see Cal & Liam's final sco

Episode 12 of the DCAU Review is finally here! This week's episode is the brothers' first themed episode, featuring a Lex Luthor and Kryptonite theme! Cal & Liam review A Little Piece of Home which introduces the only known element in the universe that can kill Superman, Kryptonite, and then following this, they review The Way of All Flesh which features the series debut of the Kryptonite powered adversary, Metallo. The boys discuss the difference between Clancy Brown's subtle Luthor versus Michael McDowell's John Corbin/Metallo, how to effectively make Superman vulnerable, and more extreme violence against cartoon robots! All of this, plus Metallo puns and #CapeMovement on this week's episode! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! As always, click below to see Cal & Liam's final scorecards for this week's episodes A Little Piece of Home Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 6/10 Music: C

Cal & Liam are back in their 11th edition of the DCAU Review! This week the boys take a break from the Caped Crusader and turn their attentions towards the Man of Steel. That's right, the DCAU is about to get a whole lot bigger. In this episode, you'll hear a full review of the introduction of Superman and a major part of his supporting cast. Cal & Liam discuss whether they felt this episode does Kal-El's origin justice, the new spin placed on some of his nemeses, and they even have time to discuss #CapeMovement,  #HairMovement and even #PantsMovement #JeansMovement! All of this and of course, a full scorecard! Stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! As always, click below to see Cal & Liam's final scorecard for this week's episode Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 7/10 Animation: Cal: 8/10 - Liam: 7/10 Plot: Cal: 5/10 - Liam: 5/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal:

The brothers Renner are back again this week with their milestone TENTH episode of The DCAU Review! This week's episode marks a few firsts in the Batman: The Animated Series, including the first two-part episode of the series, and the tragic transformation of beloved district attorney Harvey Dent into the villainous Two-Face. Cal & Liam take some extra time to delve into some of the underlying themes of the stigma surrounding mental health issues, why using less Batman meant more to these episodes, some terrific animation and a PERFECT ten score for one voice actor's performance. You may even get a cameo from Liam's #CapeMovementCorner. To find out, stream or download the latest episode below and be sure to subscribe to us on iTunes! Click Here To Download The Entire Episode! As always, click below to see Cal & Liam's final scorecard for this week's episode Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 - Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 - Liam: 5/10 Animation: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: 7/10 Plot: Cal: 7/10 - Liam: