Exploring DC

Episodes

1. Batman: Knightfall Part 1: Knightfall & Josh Hutcherson is Mister Miracle!

   Welcome Explorers! This week we are diving into the first chapter of the animated Batman Knightfall trilogy! Josh brings his perespective from reading the first volume of the comic and we go over how well it translated. We also talk plenty of news including casting for Mr. Miracle, production...

   Oct 16, 2026

   1h 03m
2. Lanterns Review

   Welcome Explorers! This week it's finally time to talk all things Lanterns. We break down the entire season and get into the controversial finale. Thanks for listening!

   Oct 8, 2026

   1h 26m
3. Green Lantern: Rebirth & A Key Hal Jordan Episode of Lanterns

   Welcome Explorers! This week we discuss: The 2004-2005 Geoff Johns comic miniseries Green Lantern: Rebirth that brought Hal Jordan back into the mainstream Lanterns episode 7 which completely recontextualizes Hal Jordan's backstory Casting for Dynamic Duo and more! Thanks for listening!

   Oct 1, 2026

   1h 26m
4. Green Lantern: The Animated Series & Batman Day!

   Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into an often overlooked corner of DC media: Green Lantern The Animated Series! On top of this hidden gem we also discussed Lanterns episode 6 pushing us into 2026 as well as Batman Day and Injustice 3! Thanks for listening!

   Sep 24, 2026

   1h 37m
5. Green Lantern: Beware My Power & A Pivotal Lanterns Episode

   Welcome Explorers! This week we discuss John Stewart's formal cinematic outing in the 2022 Tomorrowverse film. We also get into episode 5 of Lanterns and how they wrap up the 2016 storyline! Thanks for listening!

   Sep 17, 2026

   51m
6. Green Lantern: First Flight, Emerald Knights, and An Explosive New Lanterns Episode

   Welcome explorers! We got a double feature for you today! We are coverinb both Green Lantern: First Flight and Green Lantern: Emerald Knights, two animated flicks that have many similaritires but key differences as well. Then we get into episode 4 of Lanterns and just who Adria Arjona is playing…

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   Sep 11, 2026

   1h 16m
7. Green Lantern: Earth One & a Groundbreaking New Episode of Lanterns

   Welcome Explorers! This week we get into the 2 volume miniseries Green Lantern: Earth One! We delve into this comic, the unique style it has, and how it influenced Lanterns. Speaking of Lanterns, there was a bold new origin episode for John Stewart that we completely unpack. Thanks for listening!

   Sep 2, 2026

   1h 13m
8. My Adventures With Superman Season 3 & Another Big Lanterns Episode

   Welcome Explorers! This week we talk the brand new season of arguably one of the best Superman shows of all time as well as the brand new episode of Lanterns and those reveals! Thanks for listening!

   Aug 27, 2026

   1h 41m
9. Green Lantern Is A Movie That Exists & Lanterns Premiere!

   Welcome Explorers! This week we talked about the infamous one and only Green Lantern theatrical movie starring good ol Ryan Reynolds! After that movie test our mental limits, we get into the premiere of the DCU's Lanterns! Thanks for listening!

   Aug 19, 2026

   1h 35m
10. Batman: Caped Crusader and the DCU is Cancelling Shows

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talk about the brand new season of Prime Video's noir inspired BTAS successor Batman: Caped Crusader! Does this series live up to the outstanding DCAU or does Bruce Timm's series need some improvements? We also talk about the final box office for Supergirl and the...

    Aug 14, 2026

    1h 20m
11. Scooby Doo & Batman: The Brave & The Bold & The Lanterns Trailer & The Clayface Trailer & The Really Long Title

    Welcome Explorers! This week Luis and Jackson talk about the crossover movie Scooby-Doo & Batman: The Brave & the Bold! They also discuss the recent Lanterns/ Clayface trailers and much more. Thanks for listening!

    Jul 30, 2026

    1h 23m
12. Superman.... 1 Year Later

    Welcome Explorers! This week, in the wake of Supergirl, we revisited the movie that kicked off the DCU: 2025's Superman. How does this one hold up? We get into all of that plus some news out of Annecy Animation Festival and plenty of new shows announced. Thanks for listening!

    Jul 8, 2026

    2h 02m
13. Supergirl 2026 Review

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dive into the big DCU event of the year: Supergirl! Thanks for listening!

    Jul 1, 2026

    1h 14m
14. Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Is A Must Read Comic

    Welcome Explorers! This is a chaotic episode as we delve into the comic that directly inspired the DCU Supergirl, the miniseries: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow! There's a lot to unpack here and it paints a clear picture of where the movie might go. We also talk some news a bunch of animation news!...

    Jun 24, 2026

    1h 13m
15. Supergirl Season 1 & Arrowverse Nostalgia

    Welcome Explorers! This week we continue our Supergirl retrospective with season 1 of the Arrowverse series! This original CBS season is a far departure from what the show morphed into and we unpack how it's held up and the differences between this version and the upcoming film! In addition, Josh...

    Jun 17, 2026

    1h 50m
16. Supergirl 1984 is UNHINGED

    Welcome Explorers! This week we break down the original Supergirl movie from the Christopher Reeve Superman era! Why is this one so critically panned and just how did it turn out so strange...? We break it down with guest Derrick Woods! Thanks for listening!

    Jun 10, 2026

    53m
17. Superman/Batman: Apocalypse and the Start of Supergirl Summer

    Welcome Explorers! This week we kicked off our Supergirl summer with the animated film Superman/Batman: Apocalypse! Just how well does this animated film represent the Girl of Steel? Tune in to find out and thanks for watching!

    Jun 3, 2026

    1h 27m
18. The Absolute Universe Vol. 1 and Lego Batman 4 Is Here!

    Welcome Explorers! This week the guys covered the Absolute universe Vol. 1 of all 6 main titles and talked some news including that Lanterns trailer. Thanks for listening!

    May 27, 2026

    1h 10m
19. Lego DC Super Villains, The Batman II Cast, & The Dawn of Lego Batman 4

    Welcome Explorers! This week we had a whole lot to get into as we finished off our Lego games retrospective with Lego DC Super Villains! We discuss one of the best modern Lego games and just how it laid the groundwork for the rest of the series. In addition we also had a ton of news such as…

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    May 20, 2026

    2h 08m
20. Justice League: Gods & Monsters & A New DC Fighting Game On The Way?

    Welcome Explorers! This week Josh & Jalen hold down the fort and watch the 2015 Elseworlds movie JL: Gods & Monsters! How does this subvert the DC Universe and does it hold up? We also talk some recent DCU news and some game news hinting at a new DC game on the horizon! Thanks for listening!

    May 6, 2026

    1h 06m
21. Lego Batman 3: Beyond Gotham & The Clayface Trailer!

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dive into all things Batman as we continue our Lego DC retrospective series with Lego Batman 3! In addition, we also cover the new teaser for the DCU Clayface movie as well as some production updates for other DC Studios projects! There's a lot to dive into so I…

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    Apr 29, 2026

    1h 54m
22. Justice League: War And Some Exciting Casting Updates

    Welcome Explorers! This week we continued our misguided plunge into the DCAMU with Justice League: War! How does this adapt the new 52 and is it a satisfying team up? We also talk about some casting updates for The Batman and Creature Commandos! Thanks for listening!

    Apr 22, 2026

    54m
23. Green Lantern/Green Arrow: Hard Traveling Heroes & CinemaCon

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into a short comic run from the early 1980's that explored groundbreaking social issues through the lens of these two icons. We talked about the ways this has stuck around but also ways in which it hasn't aged well. Additionally, we talk about CinemaCon and...

    Apr 16, 2026

    49m
24. DC League of Super Pets & Another Underwhelming Supergirl Trailer

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed the much forgotten 2022 animated film League of Super Pets! We also talked about the working title for The Batman Part II and the 2nd trailer for Supergirl. Thanks for listening!!

    Apr 8, 2026

    1h 41m
25. We Finally Watched Howard the Duck

    Welcome Discoverers! This week we finally cover one of Marvel's most iconic films: Howard the Duck! We've covered a lot of strange and obscure Marvel projects on this show but this might be the strangest yet. We also break down some recent Marvel Spider-Man trailers and the first episode of...

    Apr 1, 2026

    1h 58m
26. Lego Batman 2 & Our Continued Concerns for the DCU

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into part 2 of our Lego DC retrospective with Lego Batman 2! How does this hold up to the original and how are we feeling leading up to Legacy of the Dark Knight? In addition, we dive into some recent news with the DCU and our concerns with where things are...

    Mar 25, 2026

    1h 38m
27. Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Is Fantastic

    Welcome Explorers! This week Luis and Jalen discuss the 2nd entry into the DCAU and the first animated Batman movie to be put in theaters: Mask of the Phantasm. How does this one hold up against Batman's other movie adaptations and is this a good follow up to the series? Thanks for listening!

    Mar 18, 2026

    1h 46m
28. Superman: Red Son & The Insanely Controversial Lanterns Trailer

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into the Elseworlds of Superman: Red Son both the 2003 limited series comic and the 2020 direct to VOD movie. How do they hold up and what is the best interpretation of this idea? In addition we unpack that very controversial first teaser for HBO's Lanterns.…

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    Mar 11, 2026

    1h 20m
29. Jonah Hex & The Dangers of Paramount Buying WB

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discuss the infamously forgotten 2010 DC flick Jonah Hex. Who thought this was a good idea and just how does it stack up to other DC stinkers?? We also discuss the recent update of Paramount stealing the WB purchase out from Netflix and our concerns about this new...

    Mar 3, 2026

    1h 14m
30. Watching Batman: The Animated Series... For The First Time!

    Welcome Explorers to episode 50! For this monumental episode we sat down and watched all 65 episodes of Batman: The Animated Series Season 1! How did our DCAU kickoff go? and how excited are we for the rest of this universe?? Tune in to find out!

    Feb 24, 2026

    1h 19m
31. Revisiting Blue Beetle 3 Years Later

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talked about the DCEU film Blue Beetle! How does it hold up a few years later and what are our hopes for the sequel animated series? Tune in to find out and thanks for listening!

    Feb 18, 2026

    1h 09m
32. 1 Year of Exploring DC + Trivia Night III: Jackson's Revenge!

    Welcome Explorers! Thank you for 1 YEAR OF EXPLORING DC!! To celebrate we ran another game of trivia this time designed by the mastermind himself Jackson Wells! We hope you enjoy!

    Feb 14, 2026

    1h 35m
33. The New Frontier & A Controversial Writer for The Brave & The Bold

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dive into: The 2004 comic miniseries DC: The New Frontier & how it influences DC to this day The lesser 2008 direct to video movie adaptation Justice League: The New Frontier The first reveal of Lobo Christina Hodson has been chosen as the writer for the DCU's The...

    Feb 4, 2026

    1h 34m
34. The Batman 1966 Movie is Unhinged

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dove into Adam West's Batman: The Movie from the 1960's! We discuss just how much has changed in the superhero landscape since then and all the insane events in this movie. We also get into some updates on Mister Miracle and the DCU! Thanks for listening! To find…

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    Jan 20, 2026

    1h 09m
35. Revisiting The Batman... 4 Years Later

    Welcome Explorers! This week we are tackling one of DC's finest films: Matt Reeves' The Batman! How does this one hold up and how are we feeling about Part II filming soon? Listen to find out and thanks for listening!

    Jan 12, 2026

    1h 12m
36. What's Next for DC in 2026 + Sebastian Stan is Two-Face???

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discuss everything coming from DC in 2026: movies, shows, games, and comics! Plus, the big news relating to The Batman Part II's newest cast member. Thanks for listening!

    Jan 8, 2026

    1h 41m
37. Recapping DC's 2025 Movies/Shows & The Supergirl Trailer Has Finally Dropped

    Welcome Explorers to our final episode of 2025! For this episode we recapped the year of DC in our very first Exploring DC awards show! We alsoo discussed the new trailers and footage for Lanterns, Lego Batman, and Supergirl! Thanks for listening!

    Dec 19, 2025

    1h 47m
38. The Exploring DC Christmas Special & Netflix is Buying WB??

    Welcome Explorers! This week is a packed show including: - Our pitches for DC Holiday Specials - When the Supergirl trailer is releasing - Who Scarlett Johannson is playing in The Batman - Netflix & Paramount Owning WB?!? and more! Thanks for listening and HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

    Dec 9, 2025

    1h 28m
39. Bat-Fam Surprised Us

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed the brand-new Amazon Prime Video series Bat-Fam! Does this family show actually offer something for all DC fans? Tune in to find out and thanks for listening!

    Dec 4, 2025

    1h 14m
40. Identity Crisis & Brainiac Confirmed For the DCU

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talked about: - The 2004 event Identity Crisis and how it shaped comics at the time - Brainiac Being Confirmed for Man of Tomorrow - New DC/Marvel crossover issues and more! Thanks for listening!

    Nov 20, 2025

    1h 06m
41. Catwoman Is A Mess & New DC Shows Announced!

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed: the hit 2004 disasterpiece Catwoman the announcement of DC Crime and V for Vertigo series from DC Studios! updates from Swaybox Studios involving Dynamic Duo and a cancelled Catwoman movie and so much more! Thanks for listening!

    Nov 13, 2025

    1h 05m
42. Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles & The State of Crossovers

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed The animated crossover adaptation of the hit comic Batman vs. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The state of crossover media and how we feel this stacks up The release window for Lanterns potentially being later than anticipated and so much more! Thanks for...

    Nov 6, 2025

    1h 03m
43. Batman: The Long Halloween & The Exploring DC Spooky Special

    Welcome Explorers to the Exploring DC Halloween special!! For our inaugural special we talked about the acclaimed comic Batman: The Long Halloween! In addition, we talked about the upcoming WB sale and a surprising amount about Halloween candy. Hope you enjoy!

    Oct 31, 2025

    1h 18m
44. Lego Batman The Videogame - A Nostalgic Revisit

    Welcome Explorers! This week we begin our retrospective look at the Lego DC videogames with the original Lego Batman! Does this one hold up and how do we feel about the upcoming Legacy of the Dark Knight after revisiting this timeless classic? Tune in to find out!

    Oct 23, 2025

    1h 16m
45. Peacemaker Season 2 & The End of DCU Year One

    Welcome Explorers! This week we had our final big DCU episode of the year on Season 2 of James Gunn's Peacemaker! We also discussed some DC animation news and our hopes/concerns for the DCU going forward. Hope you enjoy thanks for listening!

    Oct 16, 2025

    1h 16m
46. DC Trivia Night II: Jalen Strikes Back

    Welcome Explorers! This week we took a break from the content and brought back our very well received Trivia Night with returning gamemaster and guest Luis! Do we have enough knowledge of DC after all this time? Tune in to find out!

    Oct 9, 2025

    1h 26m
47. Teen Titans Go! To The Movies & The Big Peacemaker Twist Revealed

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed: The first and only theatrical Teen Titans movie so far based on the very controversial Go! series The big revelations of Peacemaker Season 2 Episode 6 and more! Thanks for listening!

    Oct 2, 2025

    43m
48. Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires & A Tease of Brainiac

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talked about the brand new direct to video DC spin on Batman: Aztec Batman Clash of Empires Peacemaker 2x05: Back to the Suture Some Man of Tomorrow updates and more! Thanks for listening!

    Sep 25, 2025

    59m
49. Mister Miracle & Some DCU Filming Updates

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talked: Tom King's comic miniseries Mister Miracle Peacemaker season 2 episode 4 Paramount trying to buy WB Some DC films getting ready to shoot and more! Thanks for listening!

    Sep 18, 2025

    1h 24m
50. Batman: Hush (Book + Movie) & Man of Tomorrow Announced

    Welcome Explorers! This week we discussed an iconic Batman mystery story that introduced one of his iconic villains - Batman: Hush! We also talked about the animated film adaptation set in the DCAMU and how it works and mainly does not work as a version of the story. We also talked about the...

    Sep 12, 2025

    1h 23m