Once again I had the pleasure of guesting on the "To The Batpoles" podcast with Tim and Paul Young. This time we discuss the 1977 Filmation series "The New Adventures of Batman". Click here to listen to or download the episode.
PUBLISHING DATE: January 1971 CREDITS: Denny O'Neil (story), Neal Adams (art) While on a much needed vacation, the Batman finds himself at a haunted Irish castle where he must rescue a young boy from certain death. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: January 1976 CREDITS: Elliot S! Maggin (story), Mike Grell (art) At an abandoned mansion, the Batman and Alfred fight for their lives against a living vampire.
PUBLISHING DATE: April 1977 CREDITS: Denny O'Neil (story), Irv Novick & Bob Wiacek (art) The Joker escapes from Arkham Asylum and infiltrates a charity carnival in order to get revenge on both his defense attorney from his last trial and the Caped Crusader.
PUBLISHING DATE: June 1979 CREDITS: Bob Haney (story), Jim Aparo (art) Batman and The Flash investigate a series of bizarre deaths tied to a discotheque. But are the deaths caused by the mob or by an avenging phantom dancer? Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: February 1979 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), John Calnan & Dick Giordano (art) Mr. Freeze conducts his freezing experiments on wealthy Gothamites in order to perfect the process and grant his female assistant the gift of immortality. Meanwhile, a reformed Selena Kyle wishes to form a business partnership with Bruce Wayne. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: August 1972 CREDITS: Frank Robbins (story & art) Batman investigates a series of apparent suicides of affluent men in Gotham's society, however he soon puts his own life at stake in order to bring the real killer to justice. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: January 1973 CREDITS: Bob Haney (story) Dick Dillon & Henry Scarpelli (art) In this "imaginary story", the teenage sons of Batman and Superman take on an extortion racket at a nearby city, however their adventure is secretly a test of their skills and abilities that has been set up by their fathers. Follow the podcast on Facebook Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: August 1975 CREDITS: Denny O'Neil (story) Irv Novick & Dick Giordano (art) Catwoman escapes from a prison transport and returns to Gotham in her classic attire to commit a heist of valuable jewels. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: May 1974 CREDITS: Bob Haney (story), Jim Aparo (art) After an attack at the Gotham Museum, Batman travels to Egypt to investigate the secret of a hidden tomb, where the secret of immortality is to be found. Meanwhile, the escape artist known as Mr. Miracle accompanies a German doctor on an expedition to find the hidden tomb. Joining JB is returning guest Jim Beard, author and editor of "Gotham City 14 Miles: 14 Essays on Why the 1960s Batman TV Series Matters" and the three volume collection, "The Subterranean Blue Grotto Essays on Batman '66". He currently co-hosts "The Doctor's Beard" Podcast where he watches all of Classic Doctor Who from the beginning with co-host John S. Drew ("The Batcave Podcast") Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: September 1976 CREDITS: David V Reed (story), Ernie Chan and Tex Blaisdell (art) The Riddler escapes from prison and attempts to out-riddle Batman and Robin once again. Also in this episode, JB shares his recent adventures in viral video-making and Adam West Batman cosplaying. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: April 1977 CREDITS: E. Nelson Bridwell (story) Ramona Fradon & Bob Smith (art) The Super Friends are challenged by the Riddler to solve his clues in order to prevent the crimes perpetrated by himself and a new costumed criminal known as Skyrocket. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: May 1972 CREDITS: Denny O'Neil (story); Dick Dillin & Joe Giella (art) Batman and Superman are tasked by alien invaders to hunt a fugitive or else they will destroy the Earth.
PUBLISHING DATE: March 1972 CREDITS: Bob Haney (story), Jim Aparo (art) The podcast returns for monthly episodes summarizing and reviewing the 1970s Batman books. The Batman is taken down but not out by a sniper's bullet. The wheelchair-bound masked detective enlists Robin, Green Lantern, Green Arrow and Black Canary to assist him with taking down a major drug ring in Gotham City. Follow the podcast on Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
Inspired by the Power Records audio dramas of the 1970s, JB performs the main feature from the 100-Page issue, Batman #260 (February 1975), complete with sound effects and background music. Look for the video with accompanying comic panels to be posted soon on JB's YouTube channel. Story by Denny O'Neil, art by Irv Novick & Dick Giordano, and edited by Julius Schwartz.
PUBLISHING DATE: October 1978 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Marshall Rogers and Dick Giordano (art) On the final episode of the podcast, we conclude the Clayface III story arc as JB finishes his journey through the comics of the 1970s. Thanks for listening, and always remember to keep both hands on the Bat Rope. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: August 1978 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Marshall Rogers & Dick Giordano (art) Still reeling from losing Silver, the Batman takes his anger out on the criminal underworld. Meanwhile, a new and even deadlier Clayface terrorizes Gotham City. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: April 1978 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story) Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin (art) Batman races against time to stop the Joker, but is he too late to save Bruce's relationship with Silver? Meanwhile, the ghost of Hugo Strange enacts its revenge on Boss Thorne. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: February 1978 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin (art) The Joker poisons all the fish in the country in a mad scheme to trademark his image. Meanwhile, the Batman is threatened by both Thorne's campaign to outlaw his activities and by Silver discovering his true identity. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: December 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin (art) An old enemy escapes from prison and seeks revenge against the Batman. Silver St. Cloud begins to suspect Bruce Wayne is Batman. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: November 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers & Terry Austin (art) The Penguin attempts to outwit Batman and Robin in an attempt to steal a valuable artifact. Meanwhile, Rupert Thorne is visited by the ghost of Hugo Strange. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
https://tothebatpoles.libsyn.com/170-power-bat-records This week I was honored to be a guest on the excellent "To The Batpoles" Podcast hosted by Tim and Paul. We discussed the two volumes of Batman audio adventures on Power Records, which I have previously reviewed on this podcast. You can listen to our discussion by clicking the above link.
PUBLISHING DATE: September 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin (art) Professor Hugo Strange has learned the Batman's secret identity and intends to auction that secret to the highest bidder. Robin is called in to investigate Bruce's strange behavior. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: August 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story) Marshall Rogers & Terry Austin (art) Seeking to cure himself of his wounds from his battle with Dr. Phosphorus, Bruce Wayne seeks medical attention at an exclusive clinic, but he soon discovers that it's a front for one of Batman's oldest and deadliest enemies. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: June 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englelhart (story), Walt Simonson (pencils), Al Milgrom (inks) While Batman hunts for Dr. Phosphorus, the Gotham City Council, led by crime boss Rupert Thorne, votes to outlaw the masked vigilante's activities. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: May 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Walt Simonson (pencils), Al Milgrom (inker), Jerry Serpe (Colorist) A new foe, Dr. Phosphorus, has poisoned the Gotham Reservoir to enact revenge on the city. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: March 1976 CREDITS: Denny O'Neil (story) Dick Giordano (art) On the anniversary of his parents' murder, the Batman returns to the scene of the crime for his annual visit to a woman who took him in that fateful night. But will she become the latest victim of violence in Crime Alley? Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: June 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Ernie Chan and Dick Giordano (art) Still wanted by the law for first-degree murder, the Batman finds a scant lead which brings him to a traveling circus where he hopes to find the evidence he needs to prove his innocence. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com
PUBLISHING DATE: May 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Ernie Chan & Dick Giordano (art) Batman attempts to prove his innocence for the murders of Ra's Al Ghul and Talia, but the Creeper vows to bring him to justice. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.
PUBLISHING DATE: April 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Jim Aparo (art) Still wanted by the law for the murder of Talia and Ra's Al Ghul, the Batman must divert his attention to a new mystery as the skeletal remains of a murder victim is discovered inside a statue of the Caped Crusader.
