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The Batman Book Club

Ryan Lower
Batman
Joker
DC Comics
Detective Comics
Gotham City
Gotham
DC Universe
Catwoman
Robin
Hush
Superman
Two-Face
Tom King
The Joker
The Long Halloween
The Dark Knight Returns
Nightwing
Batman Comics
Batman Begins
Batman and Robin

A podcast exploring The Dark Knight library.

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Latest Episodes

After a summer break, Peter Verra returns to the show to discuss the new Batman comics released in August.

Hear us break down:

-The new Pennyworth in the pages of Batman

-Clayface popping up in Absolute Batman

-Batman & Robin: Year One: Dynamic D... more

Eric Carter from The Fire Rises podcast returns to the show to discuss the "New 52 Batman" run from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo.

Hear us highlight:

-Court of Owls

-the Joker

-Zero Year

-how Superheavy isn't better than its reputation

Plus, we... more

In this episode, writer Daniel Dockery comes aboard to discuss all things Batman: The Animated Series for his upcoming book, "I Am The Night: The Ultimate Unauthorized History of Batman: The Animated Series".

Hear us bring up:

-The origins of the b... more

In this episode, Jay Yaws returns to help us celebrate 60 years of "Batman: The Movie" by discussing the official novelization, "Batman vs. the Fearsome Foursome".

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Recent Guests

Eric Carter
From The Fire Rises podcast, boss of Joe Fornerato
The Fire Rises podcast
Episode: New 52 Batman (Episode 285)
Daniel Dockery
Author of I Am The Night, The Ultimate Unauthorized History of Batman The Animated Series
Author, book subject
Episode: Daniel Dockery's Batman Book: I Am The Night (Episode 284)
Jay Yaws
Guest and Batman enthusiast
Episode: Batman vs. the Fearsome Foursome
Matt Wagner
Comic book writer and artist
DC Comics and independent work
Episode: Batman with Matt Wagner (Episode 282)
Tim Sheridan
Episode: Batman: Blink with Tim Sheridan (Episode 281)
Sean Gordon Murphy
Writer, artist, creator of The Last Driver and White Knight universe
Self-employed/Independent comic creator
Episode: Sean Murphy Returns (Episode 280)
Eric Holzmann
Assistant from Straight Outta Gotham, frequent contributor
Straight Outta Gotham
Episode: New Batman in May (Episode 279)
Ryan Hoss
Guest on episode, discussed as a visiting host
The Batman Podcast Network / Batman on Film
Episode: Batman: The Dark Knight Falls (Episode 278)
Paul Hermann
Guest from The Comic Binge, frequent collaborator on Batman discussions
The Comic Binge
Episode: Batman: Dark Knight Triumphant (Episode 276)

Host

Ryan Lauer
Host of The Batman Book Club; frequent moderator and interviewer; active in Batman community discussions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 192 ratings
  • Great discussion of Batman comics and media. Stays true to the topics at hand

    Podcast Addict
    5
    MatchesMalone
    3 months ago
  • My favorite Batman podcast

    I’m surprised more podcasters don’t copy his format.

    Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John’n S
    United Statesa year ago
  • Awesome Podcast!

    I really enjoy this podcast! I read the trades in order from episode 1 and then listen to the show. I really enjoy all the cohosts you have on. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olivia’s Fan
    United States2 years ago
  • Perfect for the new Batman comic reader

    I grew up obsessed with the animated series, movies, and Arkham video games. I needed something to do during the ✨pandemy✨and picked up year one after I stumbled upon this podcast. This pod is partially to blame for the absurd amount of money I have spent on floppys and trades after nearly 25 years of not having a comic collecting hobby. This pod is seriously that good. Since then, I have worked through the Batman mythos and listened to Ryan and the gang break down the stories that have inspired... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoolNickyB
    United States3 years ago
  • Consistently enjoyable!

    Great to revisit the best Batman Graphic novels and stories so far and Ryan gets great guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Original Victim89
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the show for deep dives into Batman lore and strong guest lineups.
Guests are consistently described as knowledgeable and the host as passionate and engaging.
Fans enjoy the balance of nostalgia with rigorous analysis and accessible reading guidance.
The format is highlighted as a great companion to actually reading Batman books.
The show is seen as a solid resource for discovering lesser-known stories and deep cuts in the Batman library.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

New 52 Batman (Episode 285)
Q: What's your favorite arc slash story of the New 52 Batman?
Ryan's pick is Death of the Family, with Quarter Owls close behind; Eric favors Quarter Vowels for its labyrinthine Bat-family journey and Joker horror energy.
New Batman in May (Episode 279)
Q: What was your favorite issue this month?
Barbara Gordon issues stood out for both hosts, highlighting a strong portrayal of Barbara's autonomy and resilience which resonated with long-time readers and newcomers alike.
Batman: Dark Knight Triumphant (Episode 276)
Q: Which version of The Dark Knight Returns did you read?
Paul describes reading a blend of editions, noting he started with a Dark Knight Returns absolute edition and also engaged with the trade paperbacks for context.
New Batman in April (Episode 274)
Q: Would you ever come back to do a deeper dive on Batman RIP on the Comic Binge?
If invited and if I had time to reread the entire RIP arc, I'd be willing to discuss it, though the story is long and divisive, so I'd approach it with a plan to cover key junctures and themes.
New Batman in April (Episode 274)
Q: What issue last month felt most like a classic Batman experience to you?
The Batman/Wonder Woman one-shot and Absolute Batman 19 stood out, delivering strong character dynamics and a tight, focused ride that reminded me of early, grounded Bat-years.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Batman Book Club

What is The Batman Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show centers on deep-dives into Batman graphic novels, TV/film tie-ins, and related publishing history, with a strong emphasis on the literary and artistic craft behind iconic stories. Across episodes, conversations weave between classic arcs (The Dark Knight Returns, Year One, Long Halloween) and behind-the-scenes context (creation process, publishing histories, restoration of editions), often featuring author, artist, editor, and industry expert guests. A notable pattern is pairing rigorous analysis with warm, fandom-leaning banter, plus occasional promotion for related books and events. The format tends to balance accessible entry points for new readers with substantive discourse that appeals to longtime fans and collectors, making... more

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Recent guests on The Batman Book Club include:

1. Eric Carter
2. Daniel Dockery
3. Jay Yaws
4. Matt Wagner
5. Tim Sheridan
6. Sean Gordon Murphy
7. Eric Holzmann
8. Ryan Hoss

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