Batman: The Animated Podcast

91. Savage Night - Kat Hudson Oct 08, 2024

Caped Crusader artist and designer Kat Hudson joins us for the season finale to talk about working as an artist on the series, growing up on BTAS and that Season 2 teaser.

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90. The Killer Inside Me - Oscar Montoya Oct 01, 2024

Actor and comedian Oscar Montoya (Minx, Dropout TV, Final Space) returns to chat all things Two-Face, decades old JLU spoilers and how nostalgia for BTAS has affected our viewings of Caped Crusader.

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89. Nocturne - Jordan Gibson Sep 24, 2024

Comic illustrator and artist Jordan Gibson (Batman: The Adventures Continue, Power Rangers) joins to chat about vampires, lost BTAS episodes finally getting their due, and his work writing on Batman: The Adventures Continue!

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88. Moving Target - Mark Rennie, Julia Prescott Sep 17, 2024

Mark Rennie (The Big Gay Movie Spreadsheet) returns to talk crooked cops, Batman '66 influences and a surprising amount of Beetlejuice! PLUS, a bonus segment with animation writer Julia Prescott (The Simpsons) about the current Animation Guild negotiations. Show your support for animation with the hashtag #IStandWithAnimation!

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87. Night Ride - Tom Smith Sep 10, 2024

Tom Smith (Beavis & Butthead, Rocko's Modern Life) may have designed our podcast logo, but he's never been on the podcast... until now! He pops by to chat ghosts, Batman and the state of the animation industry.

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86. The Stress of Her Regard - Alex Fernie, Deborah Tarica Sep 03, 2024

Alex Fernie (Reno: 911!, Bajillion Dollar Properties) and Debora Tarica (This Particular Album is Very, Very Important to Me) both return to chat about Harley Quinn in Caped Crusader!

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85. The Night of the Hunters - Mike Carlson Aug 27, 2024

Mike Carlson (Podcast: The Ride) returns to chat about Batman toys and Episode 4 of Caped Crusader!

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84. Kiss of the Catwoman - Karen Han, Brian David Gilbert Aug 20, 2024

Karen Han (screenwriter, culture critic, author of Bong Joon-Ho: Dissident Cinema) and Brian David Gilbert (head writer and fact checker on Dropout's Um, Actually!) chat about Episode 3 of Caped Crusader!

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83. And Be a Villain - Hector Navarro Aug 13, 2024

Hector Navarro (Heroes Reforged) drops by to talk about Episode 2 of Caped Crusader!

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82. In Treacherous Waters - Harry Chaskin Aug 06, 2024

Caped Crusader is here and Harry Chaskin returns to the pod to make some predictions and talk about the pilot episode!

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Coming Soon - Caped Crusader! Aug 02, 2024

The podcast is back to cover Season 1 of CAPED CRUSADER, the 2024 spiritual successor to BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES!

New episodes will drop every Tuesday starting 8/6 with new guests, new discussions and the same old style of fun.

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81. Heart of Ice - Stephen Neary Mar 09, 2021

Stephen P. Neary, creator of HBO Max's The Fungies, pops by to chat about what many fans believe is the very best episode of Batman: The Animated Series: Heart of Ice.

We discuss Mr. Freeze's revamped origins, the symbolic significance of a character like Victor Fries, and Stephen's introduction to the animation industry as an intern on the original Teen Titans. Sponsored by Chicken Soup!

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80. The Cape and Cowl Conspiracy - Jason LeBlanc Mar 02, 2021

Batman faces off with D-List villain Josiah Wormwood in The Cape and Cowl Conspiracy! I chat with Patreon supporter Jason LeBlanc about Bud Cort's perfect DCAU voice acting, the elaborate death traps of someone who's not The Riddler, and take a moment to reflect on the late Joel Schumacher's films. Sponsored by Absolutely Perfect Rubber Masks!

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79. The Mechanic - Ezra Claytan-Daniels Feb 23, 2021

I sit down with one of my absolute favorite writers and illustrators, Ezra Claytan-Daniels (Upgrade Soul, BTTMFDRS, HBO Max's Doom Patrol) to chat about Earl Cooper aka The Mechanic, Batman's sloppy driving skills, and rethinking the Dark Knight's role in future media. Sponsored by Memorable Umbrella Weapons!

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78. Mudslide - Luke Mears Feb 16, 2021

Clayface returns in Mudslide! I chat with Patreon supporter and fan of the show Luke Mears about his childhood fear of Clayface, the influence of Old Hollywood on Batman: The Animated Series, and how England is cartoonishly portrayed when Alfred visits at the end of the series. Sponsored by Affordable Cliffside Labs!

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77. For the Man Who Has Everything - Madeline Queripel, Toby Jones Feb 09, 2021

We take a JLU detour to the excellent adaptation of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' For The Man Who Has Everything!

Madeline Queripel (HBO Max's Infinity Train, Regular Show, Steven Universe) and Toby Jones (OK KO!, Regular Show, AJ's Infinite Summer) join to chat Justice League Unlimited, DCAU theme songs, and how the original comic deviates from its TV adaptation. Sponsored by Black Mercy Vacations!

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76. The Cat and The Claw - Tim Jarvi Feb 02, 2021

I'm celebrating 6 years of making this podcast with 6 new weekly episodes!

First up: The Cat and The Claw featuring an interview with Patreon supporter and fan of the podcast and Batman: The Animated Series, Tim Jarvi.

We chat about Catwoman's animated origins, Red Claw's accent, the shift in design from Batman: The Animated Series to The New Batman Adventures, as well as the future of this very podcast. Sponsored Extremely Large Pitchers!

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New podcast update! Oct 09, 2020

I'm back to share some sPoOkY news... I've got a new free podcast just in time for the Halloween season.

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75. Return of the Joker - Owen Dennis Jun 29, 2020

The final fundraiser episode is here! Owen Dennis, creator of Cartoon Network and HBOMax's Infinity Train, digs into the PG-13 cut of Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker. We do a deep dive into what we love about the film, and Owen talks about why he likes Batman Beyond and how shows like this influenced him in the creation of his own show, and the future it may have in store.

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74. House and Garden - Betsy Sodaro, Mano Agapion Jun 28, 2020

Betsy and Mano (We Love Trash) pop on by to talk about the very spooky and great Poison Ivy Episode HOUSE AND GARDEN. We talk about hunky plant clones, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and deconstruct how Ivy upends societal expectations of femininity and wields them a weapon. Oh, and Sonic the Hedgehog.

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73. The Laughing Fish - Jon Gabrus Jun 27, 2020

Jon Gabrus (High & Mighty, Action Boys) joins the pod to get introduced to one of my personal favorite Batman: The Animated Series episodes, THE LAUGHING FISH! We talk Joker schemes, getting into cartoons later in life, and the state of superhero movies at the moment. Sponsored by Joker Fish!

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72. Knight Time - Hector Navarro Jun 26, 2020

Hector Navarro (DC Daily, The 500 Greatest Films podcast) returns to talk about our very first Superman: The Animated Series episode - a Batman crossover called KNIGHT TIME! We talk about our love of STAS and Brainiac, crossovers, villain team-ups, and compare the symbolic importance of Supes vs. Bats. Plus, we talk Superman Smashes the Klan, one of my recent favorite comics. Sponsored by Easter Island Heads!

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71. Deep Freeze - Mike Carlson, Jason Sheridan Jun 25, 2020

Podcast: The Ride'svery own Mike Carlson and Jason Sheridan pop by to talk about the very theme park influenced Batman episodeDeep Freeze! We talk about our love of Paul Dini's take on Mr. Freeze and how this episode riffs on EPCOT, play an impromptu game of "guess that BTAS action figure accessory," and of course, imagine the ideal Batman: The Animated Series theme park attraction. Sponsored by Oceana!

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70. Rats! - Lauren Tom Jun 24, 2020

VO superstar Lauren Tom pops by to talk about playing Dana on Batman Beyond, her other DC animated roles, as well as her career in comedy and drama, from Futurama and King of the Hill to Friends and The Joy Luck Club. We talk about the Dana-centric episode Rats!, what she'd like to see from a Batman Beyond reboot, and discusses her experience as a woman of color in and the importance of developing well-rounded characters who aren’t just men. Sponsored by Empathy For Rat Men!

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69. Feat of Clay - Harry Chaskin Jun 23, 2020

Harry Chaskin (Steel Cut Oats, Netflix’s Buddy Thunderstruck, voice of Bedtime Bear on Care Bears: Unlock the Magic) returns to the podcast to talk one of the greatest two-parters in the series! We discuss how the animated series transformed Clayface from a C-list villain into an emotional A-lister, the use of horror in a show aimed at children, and the coded relationship inherent to Matt Hagen’s backstory. Sponsored by Renuyu!

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68. The Big Leagues - Jeff Trammell Jun 22, 2020

Jeff Trammell (Craig of the Creek, The Owl House, Amphibia) virtually sits down to chat Batman’s first crossover with Static Shock, sing the praises of Dwayne McDuffie and his work on the DCAU, and question the number of fire trucks necessary for any Joker scheme. Sponsored by Unnecessary Fire Trucks!

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Update on the Podcast Jun 16, 2020

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67. Live from SF Sketchfest - Maurice LaMarche, Ify Nwadiwe Mar 27, 2020

We’re back for a very special episode recorded live from San Francisco Sketchfest! VO superstar Maurice LaMarche (Animaniacs, Disenchantment) returns with writer and comedian Ify Nwadiwe (Nerdificent, White Women) to chat about their favorite iterations of Batman, the body horror of Clayface, and stories from Maurice’s career in VO.

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64. Bane - Mitch Brian Apr 18, 2019

Batman writer Mitch Brian talks about co-writing the series bible for Batman: The Animated Series with his old buddy Bruce Timm, writing the series pilot On Leather Wings, and returning for one more episode: Bane.

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63. I've Got Batman in My Basement - Todd Padre, Bill Cravy, Sam Weatherman, Howard Levi's Apr 01, 2019

A very special crossover featuring Todd Padre, Bill Cravy, Sam Weatherman and Howard Levi’s, hosts of Earwolf’s The Teacher's Lounge, a podcast hosted by my old high school teachers!

We talk about one of the most reviled Batman episodes in the series, and a little bit about other stuff. Sponsored by Birdseed for Birdbrains!

Special thanks to Emma Erdbrink for recording / mixing this interview!

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62. Torch Song - Zac Oyama Mar 21, 2019

Zac Oyama (College Humor, Adam Ruins Everything) is today's guest! We talk Batman video games, problematic messaging, and Firefly!

Sponsored by Elaborate Shrines to People You Stalk! And my fire-themed action parody: Backpackdraft. Watch it now and share it around!

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61. Fear of Victory - Ronnie del Carmen Mar 07, 2019

The podcast is back! I sit down with Inside Out co-director and Pixar story supervisor Ronnie del Carmen!

We chat about how he got his start as a storyboard artist and found his people on Batman: The Animated Series, how that morphed into becoming a director and storyteller at Pixar, and how moving from the Philippines to start a career in animation was almost ruined by one bad teacher. Sponsored by The Gotham Horse Show!

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60. A Bullet For Bullock - Robert Costanzo Dec 12, 2017

The voice of Harvey Bullock himself joins the podcast! Robert Costanzo may have fallen into an acting career as an uncredited role in Dog Day Afternoon, but since then he's been in Totall Recall, Die Hard 2, Dick Tracy and played Joey's dad on Friends. We chat his career, voice work on Batman, and that one time he played an anthropomorphic vagina on Family Guy. Sponsored by Absolutely Disgusting Apartments! Rate + Subscribe via Apple Podcasts! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

59. A Bullet For Bullock - Oscar Montoya Dec 07, 2017

Oscar Montoya (Spontaneanation, Inside the Disney Vault podcast) pops by to talk about how learned to stop worrying and love the Bullock! We talk about A Bullet For Bullock's jazzy score, dialogue zingers, and why don't always need a colorful villain to make a great episode. Sponsored by Bullock Bullets! Rate + Subscribe in Apple Podcasts! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

58. Joker's Millions - Lolita Ritmanis, Kristopher Carter, Michael McCuistion Nov 30, 2017

The Dynamic Music Partners pop by to chat about composing music for Batman, Superman, Justice League and the rest of the DCAU! We discuss working with Shirley Walker, the different ways to approach scoring the Joker, as well as the potential for future live concerts for fans. Rate + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

57. Joker's Millions - Joel Jensen Nov 23, 2017

The Joker’s gone broke and Joel Jensen (Tiny Hamster videos, Tiny Hamster is a Giant Monster book, UCB’s The Dragons) is here to talk about it! We chat about the great, flat-out zany comedy in Joker’s Millions, and how to reconcile that with the darkness found in the villain’s other appearances. Sponsored by The Gotham Software Expo! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

56. Vendetta - Kevin Nowlan Nov 14, 2017

Comic book writer, penciller and inker Kevin Nowlan joins the show to talk about his work as a freelance designer at the inception of Batman: The Animated Series, what Bruce Timm wanted out of early designs for characters like The Man-Bat, and why his Killer Croc design ended up being a favorite. We also dig into his career in comics - from Dr. Strange to Mike Mignola’s Lobster Johnson and Batman. Sponsored by Absolutely Terrifying Teeth! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

55. Vendetta - Jonathan Marks Nov 09, 2017

Comic book artist Jonathan Marks (Wolverine, The Dark Tower) pops by to talk about one of his favorite Batman villains: Killer Croc. We deep dive into the reptilian villain’s animated origins, his absolutely terrifying teeth, and the episode’s beautiful storyboards and direction. Sponsored by The Gotham Zoo! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

54. Nothing to Fear - Henry Gilroy Oct 31, 2017

Batman writer Henry Gilroy chats about writing Nothing to Fear, The Scarecrow’s first episode. We talk about how he transitioned from editing Batman: The Animated Series to becoming one of the first writers, why Scarecrow is one of his favorite villains, and how he carried what he learned on BTAS to other shows in the Marvel and Star Wars universe, not to mention 1990s The Tick. Sponsored by Enormous Gravestones! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

53. Nothing to Fear - Betsy Sodaro Oct 26, 2017

Comedian, podcaster, and good buddy Betsy Sodaro (Bob’s Burgers, Netflix’s Disjointed) drops in for a spooky episode exploring The Scarecrow’s animated series origins. Along the way we chat about cartoonishly dumb henchmen, Bruce Wayne’s haunted past, and the true villainy of Dr. Long and his skeleton hands. Sponsored by Dumb Henchmen! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

52. Mad as a Hatter - Paul Dini Oct 17, 2017

Paul Dini returns chat about the animated origins of Jervis Tetch AKA The Mad Hatter! We talk about how he turned your garden variety office creep into a worthy Bat-foe, casting Kimmy Robertson of Twin Peaks fame as Alice, and how Batman and Hatter are similar in using imagination as a coping mechanism. Sponsored by Foppish Turquoise Suits! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

51. Mad as a Hatter - Kyle Mooney Oct 12, 2017

Kyle Mooney (SNL, Brigsby Bear) pops by to chat hat! We dig into the Mad Hatter’s origin episode, discuss the limits of his mind control, and by the end, somehow compare him to Weird Al in UHF. Plus, we talk a ton about Cartoon All-Stars to the Rescue and Kyle shares his experience working with Mark Hamill on his recent feature, Brigsby Bear. Sponsored by Charlie Sheen and Victoria Jackson’s Hatology! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

50. The Dark Knight's First Night - Eric Radomski Oct 03, 2017

I celebrate 50 episodes by chatting with co-creator of Batman: The Animated Series himself, Eric Radomski! Eric discusses how he helped create the architectural design and dark palette for the show, fought for the show's adult tone and working with Bruce Timm. Sponsored by Police Blimps! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

49. Cult of the Cat - Stan Berkowitz Sep 26, 2017

I chat with Batman and longtime DCAU writer Stan Berkowitz (Justice League Action, Avengers Assemble) about working with Paul Dini to write one of the strangest Catwoman tales the series has to offer, why it’s harder to write for Superman, and working with the late Dwanye McDuffie on the grounded world of Static Shock. Sponsored by Genetically Modified Saber Tooth Tigers! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

48. Cult of the Cat - Travis Meidell Sep 21, 2017

We’re back with @SaturdayMorningBatman himself, Travis Meidell! Travis dives into his love for Batman from a young age, how this podcast inspired him to start his wildly successful instagram account, and of course, a beat-by-beat deep dive into Cult of the Cat. Sponsored by Wolverine Hands for Cultists! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

47. The 25th Anniversary Special - Kevin Altieri, Harry Chaskin Sep 05, 2017

Today marks the 25th Anniversary of Batman: The Animated Series! We celebrate with a live episode from San Diego Comic Con 2017 with Batman director and storyboard artist Kevin Altieri (BTAS, Mask of the Phantasm) and Harry Chaskin (Netflix’s Buddy Thunderstruck). We talk about the lasting impact of the show, a deep dive into episodes about Clayface and Ra’s al Ghul as well as some scenes that got cut from Mask of the Phantasm. Plus, a Q&A with fans in the audience. Sponsored by Shirley Walker Walkers! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. Donate to the show at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

46. Eternal Youth - Kevin Altieri, Diane Pershing, Richie Root Feb 22, 2017

Live from Long Beach Comic Expo! I chat with Kevin Altieri (Batman director) and Diane Pershing (voice of Poison Ivy) to talk about the tree people of Eternal Youth, the early Hitchcock influences of the animated series, and how Diane taps into her inner bad guy. Then I sit down with Bat-fan Richie Root (UCB, Tournament of Nerds) and take a deep dive into an Alfred romance to remember. Sponsored by Poison Ivy’s Hypno-Lipstick! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Support the show at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

45. P.O.V. - Ingrid Oliu, Clay Larsen Feb 01, 2017

I chat with the voice of Renee Montoya, Ingrid Oliu (Stand and Deliver, Real Women Have Curves), about her role and career. I also chat with photographer and comedian Clay Larsen (Jash’s AristoCrits, UCB) to dig into the episode P.O.V. Sponsored by Rashomon! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Grab tickets for our first live podcast show at Long Beach Comic Expo on 2/19: www.longbeachcomicexpo.com.

44. Beware the Gray Ghost - Tom Ruegger, Ben Garant, Andrea Romano Jan 17, 2017

Adam West teams up with Kevin Conroy in this fan-favorite episode and we’ve got the guests to back it up! Tom Ruegger, co-creator of Batman, Animaniacs, Tiny Toons and more talk about writing “Beware the Gray Ghost,” keeping Steven Spielberg happy, how improv made Freakazoid come alive, and the Road Rovers secret that’s hiding in plain sight. Then sketch comedy legend, screenwriter and Batman fan Robert Ben Garant (The State, Reno 911!, A Night at the Museum) discusses the importance of Thomas Wayne, the importance of aiming Batman at kids, and why Mask of the Phantasm is his favorite Batman movie. Lastly, Batman casting and voice director Andrea Romano pops by to chat about the Gray Ghost record session and casting Adam West. Sponsored by The Opera! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

43. Christmas with the Joker - Kevin Kiniry Dec 21, 2016

It’s the podcast's very first Holiday Special! I chat the Clown Prince o’ Christmas with DC Collectibles Vice President of Kevin Kiniry about what goes into making the new and upcoming Batman: The Animated Series and New Batman Adventures action figures as well as his love of the show and Christmas with the Joker. Plus, the very seasonal return of Kevin Conroybot, who has been gone far too long. Sponsored by Self-Gagging Candy Canes! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

42. See No Evil - Martin Pasko, Andrew Grissom Nov 19, 2016

Invisible men and phantasms and Batman, oh my! Martin Pasko (Batman story editor and writer) returns to chat turning a second string DC villain into an emotionally driven character, why he’s most proud of his work on Mask of the Phantasm and his brief stint on the BTAS comic book spin-off Batman Adventures. I also chat with Andrew Grissom (Funny or Die, Buzzfeed) about why See No Evil stuck with him over the years, Lazarus Pits and what happens when Mr. Freeze hooks up with Madame Web. Sponsored by Deadbeat Dads! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

41. Paging the Crime Doctor - Martin Pasko, Zachary Sigelko, Chris Johnson Nov 03, 2016

Batman story editor and writer Martin Pasko stops by to talk about an underrated gangland, how he helped shape failing episodes and how Batman: The Animated Series was knowingly marketed to the stoner cartoon crowd before Adult Swim even existed. I also chat with my old buddies Zachary Sigelko and Chris Johnson (ADPT Productions) about “Paging the Crime Doctor” and more Congo conversation than I’d like to admit. Sponsored by Crime Doctors! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

40. The Strange Secret of Bruce Wayne - David Wise, Brea Grant, Jonathan Callan Oct 05, 2016

Batman writer David Wise (Transformers, TMNT) and Jonathan Callan (Justice League Action, Ben 10) return to talk The Strange Secret of Bruce Wayne, The Clock King a Batman animated story David’s always wanted to tell. Then chat with Brea Grant (Mystic Party podcast, Heroes, Dexter). Sponsored by The Dr. Hugo Stranger Danger Detector! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

39. If You’re So Smart, Why Aren’t You Rich? - David Wise, Jonathan Callan Sep 21, 2016

We talk Riddler origins with writers of Batman past and present! First I sit down with Jonathan Callan (Justice League Action, Ben 10: Omniverse) to discuss what it’s like to work with your heroes and write his very own Riddler episode years later. Then we both visit BTAS writer David Wise (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Trek) to talk about writing Batman, hanging out with John Lennon and what it was like to be an animation and filmmaking child prodigy. Sponsored by Flying Mechanical Hands! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

38. Growing Pains - Bob Goodman, Mia Resella, Omar Najam Sep 07, 2016

Happy 24th Anniversary, BTAS! We celebrate by revisiting one of the best New Batman Adventures episodes with writer Bob Goodman (DCAU, Elementary) and nerdy superfine Mia Resella and Omar Najam (Sunnydale Study Group podcast) AKA 2BrokeGeeks. Plus, your questions for Bob answered at the end of the show. Sponsored by Staying Single! Rate + Subscribe on iTunes. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin. Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast.

37. Joker's Wild - Paul Dini, Mark David Christenson Aug 16, 2016

Batman goes to Vegas! Well, sort of. I sit down once again with Batman writer Paul Dini (Dark Night: A True Batman Story, DCAU) about finding levity in writing the Batman rogues gallery in Joker’s Wild. Then I talk with comedian Mark David Christenson (I Will Watch Anything Once Podcast, UCB) about how his Mormon family justified watching Batman, the Joker’s limitless budget and why he loves this episode. Rate + Subscribe on iTunes! Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast.

36. Double Talk - Bob Goodman, Mike Levine Jul 19, 2016

Scarface is back, dummies! I chat with Batman and DC Animated writer Bob Goodman (Elementary, Warehouse 13) about working as an assistant on Batman: The Animated Series before he quickly became a writer, the importance of good sci-fi and writing the wonderful and extremely underrated episode “Double Talk.” Then I chat with comedy writer Mike Levine (The Devastator, The Onion) about mental illness in the DC animated universe, Batman as a guardian angel, and the insanity of naming your child Hips McManus. Sponsored by Hips McManus: Dummy for Hire. Rate + Subscribe on iTunes! Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast.

35. Mean Seasons - Rich Fogel, Matthew Scott Montgomery Jul 04, 2016

Happy 4th of July! Let's celebrate with a thematically appropriate episode: Mean Seasons. I chat with Batman writer Rich Fogel (BTAS, Batman Beyond, Justice League) about coming up with the story and working with the late, great writer Hilary J. Bader. I also sit down with actor and Bat-fan Matthew Scott Montgomery (Welcome to Deadcast) to dig into his obsession with the series, Gotham’s female rogues and Halloween. Sponsored by Yellow 4th of July Leotards. Rate + Subscribe on iTunes! Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast.

34. Dark Night - Paul Dini Jun 21, 2016

Paul Dini is one of the best Batman writers out there. Today we take a break from the animated series to chat about his new graphic novel Dark Night, an autobiographical book from DC and Vertigo that stars Paul, the people behind Batman: The Animated Series and Batman himself. Rate + Subscribe + Comment in iTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast on Twitter for updates. More at www.BTASpodcast.com.

33. Chemistry - Stan Berkowitz, Dan Lippert, Harry Chaskin Jun 07, 2016

Batman gets married! For real! I chat about making the episode Chemistry with fantastic Batman and DC animation writer Stan Berkowitz (Justice League: The New Frontier, Batman Beyond, Superman). Then, I chat with my good buddies Dan Lippert (Big Grande, UCB's Winslow, Camp WWE) and Harry Chaskin (Robot Chicken, Friendship All-Stars) about Robin's cake eating habits, creepy plant people and Poison Ivy. We also discuss about our new stop-motion comedy short Monster Island! Sponsored by Tim Drake’s Cakes. Rate + Subscribe on iTunes! Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast.

32. Judgment Day - Rich Fogel, Kevin Manwarren, Jace Armstrong May 26, 2016

It's the very last of Batman's animated solo outings! I chat with series writer and story editor Rich Fogel about writing the final episode of the series and his work on Superman, Justice League and Batman Beyond. Then I show Kevin Manwarren (the very great band TUFT, @kevinmanwarren) the episode for the first time and he teaches me some humiliatingly basic information about football. Sponsored by Split Personality Plus! Also featuring Jace Armstrong as Kevin Conroybot in Kevin Conroybot Korner. Rate + Subscribe on iTunes! Donate at www.patreon.com/btaspodcast. Updates on Twitter at @BTASpodcast.

31. Trial - Dan Riba, Andrea Romano, Mike Carlson May 11, 2016

Batman’s put on trial in Arkham Asylum by almost all of his greatest foes! First I talk with Mike Carlson (@phatcarlson, Screenjunkies MovieFights, Tournament of Nerds) about his love for this series and the episode. Then it’s two mini-interviews! First, the show’s voice director Andrea Romano shares how she cast and directed the voices behind Batman’s villains and Tim Curry’s take on the Joker. Then series director Dan Riba returns to share behind the scenes tidbits about every episode he directed before The New Batman Adventures. Rate + Subscribe iniTunes! Follow @BTASpodcast for updates. Donate at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

30. The Demon's Quest - Denny O'Neil, Deb Tarica Apr 27, 2016

Legendary Batman writer Denny O’Neil talks about why he thinks Batman is one of the best storytelling tools around, what went into the creation of Ra’s al Ghul, and how he shifted Batman from campy policeman to dark vigilante detective in the 1970s. But first, Deb Tarica (UCB, @instantdeborah) and I talk about the animated Ra’s, goopy lazarus pits, and Burt Ward’s actual brand of dog food. Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! Follow @BTAS for updates. Donate at patreon.com/btaspodcast.

29. Batgirl Returns - Dan Riba, Rustam Hasanov Mar 29, 2016

Batgirl gets the spotlight in today’s episode! Series director and DC Animated Universe veteran Dan Riba (Superman, Batman Beyond, Justice League) shares behind-the-scenes stories about making the show, upholding an attention to detail in each episode, and the secret references to other DC characters that were snuck into Batman before there was a Justice League cartoon. Then art director Rustam Hasanov (Guillermo del Toro’s Trollhunters, Frankenweenie, The Strain) talks about the sexual duality of Batgirl and Catwoman, bootleg action figures and what it was like to grow up a Batman fan in Russia. Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate at www.patreon.com/BTASpodcast. Follow @BTASpodcast for updates.

28. Critters - Joe R. Lansdale, Phillip Mottaz Mar 15, 2016

Howdy! It's time for one of the most divisive episodes of the series: Critters. That’s right, the episode where Batman fights a bunch of giant praying mantises on a rocket silo! I continue chatting with episode writer and pulp veteran Joe R. Lansdale (Sundance’s Hap & Leonard, Bubba Ho-Tep) about imbuing BTAS with a touch of 60s charm, parodying the show from within and gothic horror. Then I chat with Phillip Mottaz (Ramones of the Day and Superpunk Radio podcasts) about why he loves Critters, jetpacks and all. Sponsored by Creepy Talking Goats! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Follow @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin for updates. Donate at www.patreon.com/BTASpodcast.

27. Read My Lips - Joe R. Lansdale, Amanda Meadows, Geoffrey Golden Mar 01, 2016

It's time to talk Scarface, dummies! First I sit down with Amanda Meadows and Geoffrey Golden (The Devastator Press, McSweeney's, Disney Comics) to chat Read My Lips, The Ventriloquist and a healthy dose of 90s X-Men. Then I sit down with writing legend Joe R. Lansdale (Bubba Ho-Tep, Hap & Leonard, Jonah Hex) to chat about writing for Batman: The Animated Series, comics, horror and more! Lastly, a brand new segment is unveiled. Sponsored by the Zatara School of Ventriloquism! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate at www.patreon.com/BTASpodcast and follow @BTASpodcast for updates.

26. Pretty Poison - Diane Pershing, Alana Gospodnetich Feb 16, 2016

The voice of Poison Ivy AKA Diane Pershing talks about her experience as a central Batman villain, how it spurred an interest in becoming a fan of watching superhero shows in real life, not to mention her writing and singing careers and the good ol’ days of looping porn! I also chat with Alana Gospodnetich (These Are My Friends, LA City Municipal Dance Squad) about Ivy’s animated origin, vaginal plant monsters and a man named Claudio. Sponsored by Poison Ivy’s Hypno-Lipstick! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate at www.patreon.com/BTASpodcast. Follow @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin for updates on Twitter.

25. Mad Love - Arleen Sorkin, Paul Dini, Chris Tallman Feb 02, 2016

It's a one year anniversary spectacular! I celebrate by interviewing Arleen Sorkin (voice of Harley Quinn) + Paul Dini (creator of Harley Quinn), chatting with Chris Tallman (The Thundermans, Buffy, Spontaneation) about Mad Love, and featuring segments with my Mom, my robot assistant and YOUR TWEETS. Also featuring Marissa Strickland and Casey Trela. Sponsored by Police Blimp Ultra! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate at www.patreon.com/BTASpodcast. Follow @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin for updates on Twitter.

24. Sub-Zero - Randy Rogel, Paul Jay Jan 19, 2016

Mr. Freeze is the star of today’s episode as we dive into Batman’s second animated feature. First, I sit down with LA stand-up Paul Jay (@PaulJayComic) to discuss 90s CGI, diamond thievery, and the pathos of Victor Fries. Then, I interview Emmy Award Winning Batman writer Randy Rogel (Animaniacs, Disney’s 7D, 1,001 Nights) to talk about writing Sub-Zero, how the story didn’t originally feature Mr. Freeze and unmade episodes of the animated series... not to mention a step by step breakdown of the Batman writing process! Rate + Subscribe + Comment in iTunes. Donate via PayPal to btaspodcast@gmail.com. Follow @BTASpodcast and @heyjustin for updates.

23. The Man Who Killed Batman - Maurice LaMarche, DC Pierson Jan 06, 2016

VO superstar Maurice LaMarche (Pinky & The Brain, The Simpsons, Adventure Time, every single cartoon ever) chats about his brief appearance on Batman, why he left stand-up to pursue voice over, and what it takes to be the go-to Hollywood fake burp pro and funniest impressionist around. I also sit down with author and comedian DC Pierson (Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Crap Kingdom, The Boy Who Couldn't Sleep and Never Had To) to watch and dig into The Man Who Killed Batman. Sponsored by The Ace Chemical Plant! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate on PayPal at btaspodcast@gmail.com. Follow @btaspodcast on Twitter for updates. More at www.BTASpodcat.com.

REBROADCAST! On Leather Wings - Andrea Romano, Roxy Radulescu Dec 23, 2015

Listen to one of my favorite early episodes of the podcast in which we tackle the very first episode of BTAS in style! First, designer and musician Roxy Radalescu (Movies in Color, TUFT / Hi Ho Silver Oh) pops by to talk about the use of color in the pilot and the Man-Bat’s extremely perfect pants. Then I sit down with legendary voice director Andrea Romano (every show in the DCAU, TMNT, Spongebob Squarepants, Animaniacs, Tiny Toons, DuckTales) to discuss the joy of making cartoons, how she originally cast Batman, inside jokes from Mask of the Phantasm and what a keep-alive groan is. Also featuring Drew Tarver, Dan Lippert, Harry Chaskin and Jace Armstrong. Hosted and produced by Justin Michael. Sponsored by The Gotham Wharf! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Follow @BTASpodcast or go to www.BTASpodcast.com to donate and keep things free.

22. The Clock King - Carlos Rodriguez, Tim Neenan, Drew Tarver Dec 08, 2015

I sit down with Batman composer Carlos Rodriguez (Hellboy, The Royal Tenenbaums) and comedy writer Tim Neenan (Filthy Preppy Teen$, Newsreaders) to talk clock. We discuss making a character named The Clock King “a motherf*cker,” influences of Hitchcock and Miyazaki, and what’s at stake when Batman has to save a wiener from a wiener. Plus, The Mayor o’ Podcasts (Drew Tarver) returns to bother me. Sponsored by Clock King’s Clocks n’ Things! Donate at www.BTASpodcast.com. Follow the show on Twitter @BTASpodcast and myself @heyjustin.

21. Harley's Holiday - Paul Dini, Cheyenne Curtis Nov 25, 2015

Paul Dini (writer, creator of Harley Quinn) is back to talk about everyone’s favorite villainess. We discuss finding comedy in a show that takes Batman seriously, writing Harley as a human rubber band and the lost direct-to-video BTAS anthology! I also chat with artist and character designer Cheyenne Curtis (Powerpuff Girls, Star vs. The Forces of Evil) about her love of Harley, how Bruce Timm draws women and why this version of Batman is a better dude than others. Sponsored by Fish Nunchucks! Rate and leave a comment in iTunes. Follow @BTASpodcast for updates. Donate at www.BTASpodcast.com.

20. Mask of the Phantasm - Kevin Conroy, Alex Fernie, Alan Burnett Nov 10, 2015

I celebrate 20 episodes by sitting down with the voice of Batman himself: Kevin Conroy. We discuss everything from how he stumbled into the role of a lifetime and channeled his inner darkness to hanging out with his neighborhood bartender, Bruce Willis. I also go behind the scenes of Mask of the Phantasm with writer Alan Burnett to talk about the genesis of the film and how it went from direct-to-video to last minute theatrical release. PLUS, comedy writer / director Alex Fernie (Hulu’s Hotwives, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver) pops by to discuss the movie in detail and explore the logic behind things like using a saw-horse to escape the cops and whether or not the Joker is doinking a 1964 World’s Fair robot. Sponsored by Dating Batman Style! Follow the show on Twitter @BTASpodcast and find more / donate at www.BTASpodcast.com.

19. Lock-Up - Echo Kellum, Robert N. Skir Oct 26, 2015

Let’s talk up Lock-Up! First Echo Kellum (Mr. Terrific on Arrow, Rick & Morty) pops by to share his experience playing a DC superhero on TV, getting to be an extra in The Dark Knight and why Batman has “the finest rogue’s gallery.” Then BTAS scribe Robert N. Skir walks me through the writing process and creation of Lock-Up. Also featuring Jeffrey Combs and Marissa Strickland. Sponsored by Arkham Singles! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at @BTASpodcast and www.BTASpodcast.com.

18. Harley & Ivy - Paul Dini, Julia Vickerman, Marissa Strickland Oct 14, 2015

Paul Dini returns to talk everyone's favorite Gotham gals! We discuss the genesis of Harley Quinn, the cruelty and manipulation of Poison Ivy and how Harley brings out the best in her. I also sit down with animation creator and artist Julia Vickerman (Twelve Forever, Yo Gabba Gabba!, Powerpuff Girls) to talk about the importance of funny female characters and how Batman influenced her career in animation. Plus, the grand twisty turny musical finale of #PodQuestCast featuring Marissa Strickland, Jace Armstrong and Casey Trela. Donate to the show at btaspodcast.com. Follow the show on Twitter at @BTASpodcast. Rate + Subscribe in iTunes!

17. Be A Clown - Michael McCuistion, Jace Armstrong, Alex Berg Sep 27, 2015

Happy Batman Day! On today’s surprise episode we talk Joker with Batman composer Michael McCuistion (Superman, Batman Beyond, Justice League) and comedian Jace Armstrong (Nathan For You, The Birthday Boys). Also featuring Alex Berg (Hell Baby, UCB’s Convoy) in the penultimate chapter of #PodQuestCast. Sponsored by Obviously Terrifying Clowns! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.BTASpodcast.com or @BTASpodcast on Twitter.

16. Appointment in Crime Alley - Gerry Conway, David Kantrowitz, Dan Lippert, Ryan Rosenberg Sep 01, 2015

Comic book legend Gerry Conway may have created The Punisher and killed off Gwen Stacy, but today he’s here to talk Batman and writing Appointment in Crime Alley. He shares the importance of bright spots in a dark narrative, why he likes Dr. Leslie Tompkins, and the two ways to deal with a cliche. He’s joined by artist and comedian David Kantrowitz (@midnight, Plot Twistagram). Also featuring Dan Lippert (Workaholics) and Ryan Rosenberg (Playing House) as The Ammo Bros and Alex Berg who returns as a literally groundbreaking return as Rid Ler. Sponsored by The Crime Alley Chamber of Commerce! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.BTASpodcast.com and @BTASpodcast.

15. The Demon Within - Paul Scheer, Jim Fletcher, Drew Tarver, Jace Armstrong Aug 19, 2015

Paul Scheer (The League, Crash Test, How Did This Get Made?) swings by to talk magic, demons and little boys trapped in crystal balls in the weirdest Batman episode yet! Then we take an inside look at what goes into making a Batman: The Animated Series action figure with DC Collectibles design director Jim Fletcher. Also featuring Drew Tarver as The Mayor o' Podcasts and Jace Armstrong as Kevin Conroybot in the next chapter of #PodQuestCast! Sponsored by Witch Boy Trapped In A Crystal Ball.com! Special thanks to Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and Pat Janssen. Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! More at www.BTASpodcast.com.

14. Perchance to Dream - Alan Burnett, Jake Goldman, Drew Tarver Aug 04, 2015

Jake Goldman (Powerpuff Girls, Futurama) stops by to talk about extreme recoiling, compare Perchance to Dream to Calvin & Hobbes, and share why Batman's uniquely greatest asset is learning from his mistakes. Then, the incredible BTAS writer and producer Alan Burnett (Justice League: Gods & Monsters, Mask of the Phantasm, probably all of your favorite cartoons) explains how Hitchcock influenced this episode, why villains bring out the best in Batman stories, and shares details on a script that was never produced. Also featuring Drew Tarver's triumphant return as The Mayor of Podcasts in #PodQuestCast: Part 4. Sponsored by Perchance to Cream. Rate + Review + Subscribe in iTunes! More at www.BTASpodcast.com and @BTASpodcast.

13. Showdown - Kevin Altieri, Eric Martin, Natalie Palamides Jul 21, 2015

The show flashes back to the Old West and I sit down with Eric Martin (This American Wife, Audie Nominated narrator) and Batman director / storyboard artist Kevin Altieri to talk Jonah Hex, Ra’s al Ghul and an actual U.S. politician who played a part in the making of this episode. Also featuring Natalie Palamides (Powerpuff Girls, Uncle Buck) as Dolores Dumply in PodQuestCast part 3. Sponsored by Jonah Hex-Mex! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes and donate at www.BTASpodcast.com.

12. Catwalk - Kristopher Carter, Casey Trela, Betsy Sodaro Jul 08, 2015

Catwoman and Scarface team up in this episode and we talk all about the music with Emmy-nominated Batman composer Kristopher Carter (BTAS, Superman Batman Beyond, Justice League) and musician Casey Trela (Hi Ho Silver Oh, Dark Rooms). I also visit a cave to seek out the Ghost Witch AKA Betsy Sodaro (Monsters University, Another Period, Big Time in Hollywood, FL) in the second thrilling installment of PodQuestCast. Sponsored by The Gotham City Natural History Museum! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.BTASpodcast.com.

11. Baby-Doll - Paul Dini, Mark Rennie, Kirby Howell-Baptiste Jun 23, 2015

The legendary Batman writer and creator of Harley Quinn stops by the podcast for an incredible interview! But first, Mark Rennie (The Onion, UCB) talks about his love of Baby-Doll, the potential happy ending of a tragic character, and the desperate need for a tumblr focused on the shoes of the DC Animated Universe. Then, Paul Dini (BTAS, Lost, Arkham Asylum, Arkham City) talks about injecting comedy into Batman, learning to trust the collaborative process and the never before heard origin of creating Baby-Doll. If that’s not enough for you, today marks the beginning of #PodQuestCast, a new multi-part story arc that will continue next episode! Also featuring Kirby Howell-Baptiste (House of Lies, 2 Hot Dogs), Marissa Strickland (Newsreaders, Happy Endings) and Harry Chaskin (Adult Swim). Sponsored by Mary Dahl’s Adult Dollpers! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Donate on the About Page of www.BTASpodcast.com.

10. It's Never Too Late - Lolita Ritmanis, Mark Schroeder Jun 09, 2015

10 time Emmy Nominated composer Lolita Ritmanis (Batman, Superman, Justice League, The Brave and the Bold) pops by to share how she created music for Batman and the theme song for Justice League, what it was like to get mentored by Shirley Walker and how she met her colleagues at Dynamic Music Partners while working on DC animated shows. She's joined by actor and comedian Mark Schroeder (Private Street, UCB's Dunk Tank) to talk priests, trains and why he's grown to like It's Never Too Late even more now that he's older. Also featuring Jace Armstrong (Comedy Bang! Bang!, Nathan For You) as Kevin Conroybot. Sponsored by the Gotham Train Museum! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.BTASpodcast.com and @BTASpodcast on Twitter.

9. Legends of the Dark Knight - Nick Mundy, Arlen Schumer, Jacob Reed May 26, 2015

BTAS gets its Frank Miller, Dick Sprang and Bill Finger on as I tackle the fan-favorite anthology episode "Legends of the Dark Knight." First Nick Mundy (Conan, Comedy Central's Nothing to Report, Screen Junkies, Wonder Twins) digs into the episode and how this cartoon introduced him to The Dark Knight Returns and discusses the logistics of a building that houses giant musical instruments. Then I speak with comic historian and graphic designer Arlen Schumer about his love of the Fleischer Superman, the enduring storytelling of BTAS and what it was like to design merchandise for the show. Also featuring Jacob Reed (Before You Were Funny, Buzzfeed) as The Ol' Podspector. Sponsored by Police Blimps! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.btaspodcast.com.

8. His Silicon Soul - Marty Isenberg, Justin Donaldson May 12, 2015

Robot Batman! Need I say more? First, Justin Donaldson (Tournament of Nerds, The Screen Junkies Show) talks "His Silicon Soul," action figures, and what it was like to visit the Batman Returns set as a kid. Then Marty Isenberg (Guardians of the Galaxy, Ben 10, Superman: The Animated Series) talks about writing a robot Batman episode, pitches that never made the cut, and how he straddled being a receptionist and writing for BTAS at the same time. Sponsored by Rossum Farms! Rate + Comment on iTunes. Donate to the show at www.BTASpodcast.com.

7. Sideshow - Whit Hertford, Shelby Fero, Marissa Strickland Apr 28, 2015

It's an episode full of circus freaks and Batman geeks as we tackle the Killer Croc episode "Sideshow." First, comedian Shelby Fero (Key & Peele, @midnight, Other Space) pops by to talk about why this episode is a bummer, compares it to Shakespeare and accidentally renames Alfred. Then actor, writer and director Whit Hertford (Wildlife, Jurassic Park, How I Met Your Mother) discusses what it was like to play Billy the Seal Boy, being a child actor when your contemporaries are Elijah Wood and Leonardo DiCaprio, and working with Phil Hartman on an Elmyra pilot. Also featuring Marissa Strickland (Newsreaders, Happy Endings) as a stinky old egg. Sponsored by The Croc Rock! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. More at www.BTASpodcast.com.

6. Old Wounds - Loren Lester, Hector Navarro, Jessica McKenna Apr 14, 2015

We dive into Dick Grayson's past with the voice of Robin and Nightwing himself: Loren Lester! Loren explains why he loves Old Wounds, guides us through his approach to voicing both characters, and even shares info on some never produced Batman animated spin-offs. He's joined by Bat-nerd and comedian Hector Navarro (Geek & Sundry), who discusses the importance of Robin in the Batman universe and asks all the right questions along the way. Also featuring Jessica McKenna (The Goldbergs, Comedy Bang! Bang!, The Zach & The Jess) and Jace Armstrong. Sponsored by The Nightwing Insta-Mullet! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes.

5. What is Reality? - Robert N. Skir, Yak Manrique, Alex Berg Mar 31, 2015

Riddle me this: how does a podcast showcase its first Riddler episode? By celebrating the brains behind the show and interviewing our first BTAS writer: Robert N. Skir (Gargoyles, Superman: The Animated Series, Beetlejuice). Bob guides us through his career in animation, from how to write the perfect Riddler riddles to what it's like to be a comic book nerd working on your dream show. He's joined by comedian Yak Manrique (Private Street, UCB), who shares what it was like to take improv classes with his comic book and cartoon heroes. Also featuring Alex Berg (Key & Peele, Children's Hospital, UCB's Convoy) and Jace Armstrong. Sponsored by Daggett Cosmetics! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes.

4. On Leather Wings - Andrea Romano, Roxy Radulescu, Drew Tarver Mar 17, 2015

It’s time to tackle the very first episode of BTAS in style! First, designer and musician Roxy Radulescu (Movies In Color, Hi Ho Silver Oh) pops by to talk about the use of color in the pilot and the Man-Bat’s extremely perfect pants. Then I sit down with legendary voice director Andrea Romano (TMNT, Spongebob Squarepants, Animaniacs, Tiny Toons, DuckTales, every show in the DCAU) to discuss the joy of making cartoons, how she originally cast Batman, inside jokes from Mask of the Phantasm and what a keep-alive groan is. Also featuring Drew Tarver, Dan Lippert, Harry Chaskin and Jace Armstrong. Hosted and produced by Justin Michael. Sponsored by The Gotham Wharf! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes. Follow @BTASpodcast or go to www.BTASpodcast.com for updates.

3. Never Fear - Jeffrey Combs, Brett Bayonne, Zach Reino Mar 03, 2015

It's Scarecrow time, baby! First, comedian Brett Bayonne and I discuss why the excellent episode "Never Fear" proves The New Batman Adventures are just as good as BTAS. Then I sit down with actor Jeffrey Combs (Re-Animator, Star Trek, Gotham) and talk about what it's like to be a cult triple threat and how he developed his voice for The Scarecrow. Also featuring Jace Armstrong, Echo Kellum, Zach Reino and Marissa Strickland. Hosted and produced by Justin Michael. Sponsored by Arkham Singles! Rate + Subscribe! Follow @BTASpodcast or go to www.BTASpodcast.com.

2. Two-Face - Murphy Cross, Harry Chaskin Feb 17, 2015

It's a Two-Face second episodestravaganza! Stop-motion animation guru Harry Chaskin (Adult Swim, Friendship All-Stars) nerds out with me and explains why he thinks "Two-Face" influenced his career in animation. Then, Murphy Cross (Night Court, Cheers) joins us to talk about how she was cast as Two-Face's wife Grace and what it was like working with one of her best friends: BTAS voice director Andrea Romano. Plus, the Title Card Game with Murphy's daughter and UCB comedian Fiona Landers (Batman Beyond, Animaniacs). Also featuring Ian Pfaff (Nickelodeon, Funny or Die) and Zach Reino (The Zach & The Jess, UCB). Hosted and produced by Justin Michael. Sponsored by The Crime Alley Playhouse! Rate + Subscribe in iTunes! More at www.BTASpodcast.com

1. I Am The Night - Seth Green, Clare Grant Feb 03, 2015

Welcome to Batman: The Animated Podcast with Justin Michael! In the very first episode Seth Green (Family Guy, Robot Chicken) talks about his role as Wizard in the BTAS episode I Am The Night, Clare Grant (Team Unicorn, Hulk and the Agents of Smash) shares the giddiness of working with her childhood heroes and my mom tries her damndest to guess what this episode is about based on the title card. Hosted and produced by Justin Michael. Sponsored by Police Blimps! Rate + Subscribe! More at www.BTASpodcast.com.

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