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The end is here...or is it? Join the Good Brothers, who are absolutely here to discuss the finale of the Justice League Unlimited Cadmus-story arc and the episode "Divided We Fall." Cal & Liam do their best to put a bow on one of the seminal storylines in DCAU history with a complete, giant-sized breakdown. Hear the hosts discuss the juxtaposition of the Aaron Sorkin-like drama of the first 3 episodes with the punch'em up action-first style of this episode and why Superman's choice was arguably the perfect exhibition for the Man of Steel's true character. Additionally the hosts break down of "Dr. Fight's" action choreography, a goosebump inducing soundtrack and an all-star voice cast to boot. All of this and much much more await you on this week's DCAU Review! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcaureview/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcaureview/support

The Good Brothers are back with the penultimate episode in the Justice League Unlimited Season 2 "Cadmus Arc" with a review of "Panic In The Sky." Hear the hosts compare and contrast the plot styles for this and last week's episode, the non-stop action in the 2nd and 3rd acts of the episode, the absolute bonkers reveal at the climax of the episode and Nicholle Tom's double duty voice performance. Plus the hosts discuss a possible Colonel Sanders cameo, "Lexposition" and much more fun on this week's all new DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and please consider leaving us a 5-star review Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Podtower on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and like the videos Buy the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a coffee or grab some ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Good Brothers are here to celebrate the Labor Day holiday weekend in the United States with a special interview with veteran animation writer Len Uhley. Len's career spans multiple decades and includes shows like Ducktales, Darkwing Duck, Ben 10, The Batman, Transformers and X-Men: The Animated Series along with DCAU shows Justice League and Static Shock. Cal & Liam sit down for a discussion with Len on his incredible and still very active place in the animation world, how he got into the business, how working with Alan Burnett early on led to him writing 16 episodes of Static, his passion regarding the Hollywood writer's strike and some incredible insight into the brilliant mind of the late, great Dwayne McDuffie. Strap yourselves in for an hour of fun, laughs and insight on this special bonus episode of the DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

New month, same Good Brothers! Cal & Liam are back with more Justice League Unlimited reviews and are picking things back up right where they left off, smack dab in the middle of the Cadmus story arc and the episode "Flashpoint." The hosts discuss the brief but brutal battle between Captain Atom and Superman, the continued parallels to real world events during the early 2000s, a sneaky Easter Egg reveals what Lex Luthor is up to and why this episode showed the importance of chemistry amongst the voice actors. Much more and a preview of next week's episode all await you on today's DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and please consider leaving us a 5-star review Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Podtower on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and like the videos Buy the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a coffee

Just like the issue they're reviewing this special Bonus Episode of the DCAU Review is better late than never! Join the Good Brothers as they discuss the delayed but not denied seventh issue of Batman: The Adventures Continue: Season Three titled "The Offer, Part II." The hosts talk about an action-packed issued with owls, cats, plants and bats (OH MY!) that feature multiple artists, newcomer Jacob Edgar's take on the TNBA style, and offer their thoughts on what ties all of the art styles together. The hosts also chat about where they think this all could be headed, try to wrap their heads around how all of this will be resolved in the last issues and much more ! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and please consider leaving us a 5-star review Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Podtower on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and like the videos

The Good Brothers return with their final installment of their month-long celebration of writer Len Uhley with their review of his Static Shock episode "She Back!" The three previous reviews culminate with She-Bang's triumphant return to Dakota while clashing with another returning adversary of Static that has also brought a league of metahumans for backup! Cal & Liam talk about breaking into season four for the first time, some visual and audio changes for this episode as well as the character growth for She-Bang across her entire arc. Also discussed are the fantastic voice performances, why this episode left the hosts feeling bittersweet and a breakdown of some of the new looks for both the heroes and villains. Plus a discussion on just who the giant statue in Dakota actually depicts, an exciting update on the release of the Len Uhley interview and a preview of next month's series of reviews and much more await you on this week's all new DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting

The Good Brothers continue with more of their Len Uhley celebration month as they look at another of his penned Static Shock episodes with this week's review of "The Parent Trap." This episode features the return of She-Bang and the debut of a metahuman villain that's all about cultivating mass. The hosts discuss some technical difficulties that prevented any clips of Mr. Uhley for this week's episode, but still have plenty of things to discuss including Koenig's visual appearance and powers drawing from some hulking Marvel counterparts, the return of the She-Bang theme song, mech suits, death collars and Ron Pearlman's voice acting as our main protagonist. Plus the hosts discuss next week's wrap of Uhley-month, why this episode feels right at home in the DCAU and much more on this week's DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The Good Brothers are back again with another fine review of Static Shock only this time they've brought backup! The hosts break down the season 3 episode "Shebang" which is aptly titled as it features the debut of the recurring supporting character She-Bang! Mr. Uhley just happens to be an animation legend with a career spanning over 4 decades in the animation business and credits on 16 episodes of Static including every episode being reviewed this month! Cal & Liam drop a sneak peek at their full-length interview bonus episode due to drop later this month with a look at how Mr. Uhley got his start in showbiz, his first jobs in animation and how he came to end up working on Static. Of course the hosts still provide their analysis on the entirety of the episode including an effective characterization of She-Bang that comes out in all facets of the episode! Plus the hosts break down a funny yet memorable soundtrack, a solid animation job by Dong Woo and preview next week's episode and mor

After riding the Bane Train for the previous two weeks, the Good Brothers are here to take the Dakota Express with a month of Static Shock reviews! This week the hosts review the season two episode "Attack of The Living Brain Puppets" which is a lovely homage to cult classic zombie films, horror movies and even a little bit of Hanna Barbera too. Hear Cal & Liam talk about how the episode manages to walk the thin line of paying homage to campy horror while still being entertaining. Also the hosts discuss the season 2 animation team for this episode, how the soundtrack homages classic scary movies and how the voice of the antagonist ended up stealing the show. All of this and a sneak preview of a special guest interview accompanying next week's review on this all new episode of the DCAU Review! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcaureview/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dcaureview/support

After a landmark 270th episode that saw the return of friend of the show Kevin Altieri, the Good Brothers considered unplugging the microphones for good, but alas their dedication and love of the listeners (and brands) have them back for a trip around the multiverse with an Elseworlds review of 2004's The Batman episode "Traction." Keeping on theme for the hosts mini-celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Knightfall storyline, this episode features this universe's version of "The Man that Broke The Bat" looking and functioning in a very different way then we saw in Batman: The Animated Series. Hear the hosts talk about the plot point and visual parallels to its' Knightfall/Knightquest comic book counterpart, Bane's visual comparison to a certain "Hulk" of a character, how this series went with a very specific version of Alfred and parallels and homages from and to the Nolan Batman movies and Sam Raimi's Spiderman. All of this and more, plus a preview of n

The Good Brothers seems to do their best work on episodes with big round numbers, and this week's episode is no exception as they welcome back good friend of the show and Batman: The Animated Series veteran director Kevin Altieri to the show to discuss the monumental episode "Bane." Kevin talks about adapting a character so quickly after being introduced to the main comic continuity, how he and series producer overcame initial disdain for the Bane character to make him fit into the DCAU, the Lucha Libre influence the drew from for the show and whether they ever considered adapting the Knightfall story and how he would have executed it in the DCAU. He also tells an incredible tale about Bruce Timm single-handedly storyboarding the final act of the episode in less than 24 hours, meeting with Lolita Ritmanis to discuss music and how much input the directors had on that aspect of the show, and a heart-warming and moving reflection on his relationship with Kevin Conroy over the years. All of this and

Cal & Liam are the cats that walk together on this week's episode as they discuss the Paul Dini penned Batman: The Animated Series episode "Catwalk." The hosts discuss the hijinks that ensues when Scarface and the Ventriloquist return to recruit Selina Kyle for a caper involving stolen jewels, a double cross and a light hearted look at what it takes for a person to change their habits. The hosts talk about some incredibly well animated sequences, the absence of Scarface's memorable soundtrack from his first episode and the unmistakable chemistry between our episode's hero and anti-heroine. The Good Brothers also spot a visual homage to Batman and Batman Returns, discuss the psychology of how Batman empathizes with Catwoman, and the subtle comedy of animating the Scarface puppet. All of this and a preview of next week's episode featuring a timely review and a returning Special Guest Correspondent on this week's all new DCAU Review! --- Send in a voice message: https://podca

The Good Brothers return with another review of Batman: The Animated Series with the return of The Clock King in "Time Out of Joint." The hosts discuss a plot that feels completely alien to the overall feel of BTAS with inexplicable Deus Ex Machina technology that seems more at home in Justice League Unlimited. The hosts also talk about the unique opportunity to apply the Speed Force aesthetic to the visuals of a pre-Flash era DCAU show. The hosts also talk about the instantly memorable Clock King theme, the hilarious timing of the lead villain and a Spider-Man The Animated Series connection to boot. Plus a sneak peek at next week's review featuring a pair of villains, a discussion on the latest addition to the DCAU social media family and much more on this week's all new DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and please consi

After a brief production delay, we have the first of the final three issues of Batman: The Adventures Continue with a Ra's Al Ghul tail titled "The Offer. " The hosts break down the plot that sees an introspective Ra's propose a deal with Bruce that leaves him taken aback and that would cement his legacy as a world-changer. Meanwhile a mysterious figure is being pursued by a gang in masks back in Gotham. Cal & Liam talk Monica Kubina's breathtaking colors combined with some unique locales and hypothesize artist Ty Templeton pitch of a "Wind-Surfing" Bruce Wayne figure. The hosts also revisit the Speculation Station for some WILD and baseless conjecture for developments in the final two issues. All of this and much more await on this Bonus Review of the DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Google Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and please conside

After another multiversal adventure last week, the Good Brothers return to the DCAU with a month of Batman: The Animated Series reviews for the month of July and it's only fitting the month kicks off with a bang as they review the all-time classic "Harlequinade." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that borrows heavily from Merrie Melodies shorts and the oddball comedy 48 Hours with light being shed on Harley's not yet established backstory and a DCAU musical number precedent being set. The hosts talk plenty about Paul Dini's brilliant comedy and Arleen Sorkin's role in bring "Say That We're Sweethearts Again" to the episode. Additionally, Cal & Liam talk Shirley Walker's score which shied away from traditional BTAS themes and leaned heavily onto the source material in only the way that Ms. Walker could. All of that and a discussion on Ms. Sorkin's incredible one liners, something one host noticed for the first time ever and much more await on this week's all-

The Good Brothers are back again exploring a brand new part of the DC Multiverse with a review of a pair of Justice League Action episodes. Up first Cal & Liam review "Follow That Space Cab" which features a Paul Dini penned story with Superman, Lobo, Mr. Mind and Space Cabbie! Hear a break down of the Sci-Fi inspired soundtrack, character models that seem to be inspired by the DC Films of the time, and a stunted episode run-time that seems to inspire the series' name. The hosts then tackle "Galaxy Jest" which features the Clown Prince of Crime being abducted by a certain alien emperor for the purpose of entertaining his troopers all the while Batman, Superman, The Flash and Wonder Woman are searching Gotham for a ticking timebomb of Joker gas set to detonate at midnight! A full discussion of several DCAU voice cast veterans in familiar roles for this show, an homage to The Killing Joke, and Superman getting the last laugh. All of this and a preview of next week's episode await

After last week's special Flash-themed Spotlight episode derailed the Good Brothers a bit, they're back on track with one of their last original Superman: The Animated Series reviews wrapping up the trilogy of Bizzaro episodes with "Little Big Head Man." The hosts decide whether Writer Paul Dini and producer Bruce Timm's thoughts of this episode being "annoying" align with their own thoughts while discussing a tag-team of visuals by two animation studios with less-than-stellar histories. The hosts also talk about a wonderful Kristopher Carter soundtrack utilizing a few different styles of music, head-canon for why the Metropolis SCU has such powerful weaponry, Mxyzptlk's hatred of Superman for being Superman and why there's only one formal wear for female attorneys, teachers and newscasters in the DCAU. All of this and exciting reveal of a visit to an Elseworld for next week's episode that the hosts have not yet traveled to, all on this week's brand new DCAU Rev

With excitement growing about The Fastest Man Alive making his solo movie debut next week, the Good Brothers synergize with another DCAU Character Spotlight episode shining brightly on The Flash. In volume one the hosts discuss his creation in the comics, the Barry Allen/Wally West debate, and then get into his initial appearance in Superman: The Animated Series episode "Speed Demons." Cal & Liam then follow up with all of the Scarlett Speedster's appearances from season one of Justice League, his appearances in DCAU tie-in comics including a memorable showings in Batman Gotham Adventures and Justice League Adventures. Wrapping it all up the hosts look and pic their favorite of Wally's plastic incarnations with toys, statues and action figures and discuss an unreleased figure that was revealed a few years ago. Before closing it out the hosts discuss the Flash's theme song by the Dynamic Music Partners and preview next week's return to Metropolis and the finale of the Bizarro Tril

Somehow Jax-Ur and Mala return as do The Good Brothers with this week's Superman: The Animated Series episode "Absolute Power." Where does Superman's jurisdiction end and what responsibility does he have with his great power? These are the questions asked and answered in this week's episode as the hosts discuss whether or not the episode addresses them effectively or just makes Superman look ignorant. In addition to this discussion the hosts discuss the trio of animation studios especially the impressive visuals done by TMS on the black hole. More topics discussed include the few homages to classic sci-fi, an interesting theory of which classic DC alien race was is featured, Shirley Walker's swirling space-operatic soundtrack and a voice cast featuring a DCAU legend and an iconic 80s movie actress. All of this and a preview of next week's synergistic episode all await you on this week's DCAU Review! Please Consider Supporting the Podcast: Subscribe to the DCAU Review on

What do you do when you don't feel like subjecting you or your audience to more Zeta Project reviews? The answer is you take a trip around the DC Animated Multiverse to see what fun you can find and that's just what the Good Brothers are doing for this week's final review in the month of May. The hosts break down an episode of Batman The Brave and the Bold, admittedly their favorite Elseworld to visit. The episode "Knights of Tomorrow!" stays on brand for the boys' "Back to the Future" theme as this episode tackles a look at the future of a retired Bruce Wayne passing the mantle of the Bat to the next generation to continue Batman's immortality. Along the way the writers included an entire Batcave full of Easter Eggs and references that you can hear the hosts try and name each and every one of them. Plus a discussion on the BTBTB characterization of the very controversial Damian Wayne, the surprising amount of death and violence in the episode, why this is the perfect e