Exploring DC

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Exploring DC

A dive into the world of DC films, television, comics, and more designed for both long term fans and those just getting into the universe. Each week we will break down a piece of DC media across a variety of mediums and share our thoughts. Additionally, we will discuss all the current news and media coming from DC and our excitement for a burgeoning DCU!

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    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!

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    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 hope you enjoy!! Thanks for listening!

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    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!

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    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 Adria Arjona's casting in the DCU.

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    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!!

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    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 Daredevil: Born Again Season 2! Thanks for listening.... and happy April Fools!!

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    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 going forward. Thanks for listening!

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    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!

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    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. No green... and we have a lot of thoughts about that. Thanks for watching/listening!

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    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 development. Thank you so much for listening!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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 FrontierThe first reveal of LoboChristina Hodson has been chosen as the writer for the DCU's The Brave and the Bold and more! Thanks for listening!

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    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 our socials:YouTube: @exploringdcInstagram: @exploringdcpodTikTok: @exploringdcpod

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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 listening!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!

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    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 6and more! Thanks for listening!

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    Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires & A Tease of Brainiac

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

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    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!

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    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 official Superman follow-up movie announcement in Man of Tomorrow! And so much more! Thanks for listening!

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    Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox & Injustice 3 Possibly On The Way

    Welcome Explorers! This week we explored the first entry into the DCAMU and an adaptation of the popular Flashpoint comic: JL: The Flashpoint Paradox! We also talked about the 2nd episode of Peacemaker Season 2 and the news of Injustice 3 being in development. Thanks for listening!

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    Batman: Assault on Arkham, A Peacemaker Premiere, And Lego Batman 4 On The Way

    Welcome back Explorers! This week we talked about The only animated film set in the Arkham video game world: Batman Assault on Arkham The first episode of the next entry into the DCU: Peacemaker Season 2 Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Being Announced For Next YearAnd More! Thanks for listening!

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    Peacemaker Season 1 & An Exciting New DC Movie Pitch

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dive into the first season of Peacemaker gearing up for the release of the second season in the new DCU! We discuss how it holds up years later and how it will factor in canon-wise to the next chapter. We also discuss some news including an exciting DC pitch from Zach Cregger! Hope you enjoy!

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    The Suicide Squad & The Start Of The Peacemaker Era

    Welcome Explorers! The Summer of Superman has come to a close and we have moved into our Peacemaker era! This week we dive into one of the best and most important films in the DCEU: James Gunn's TSS! How does this hold up in the years since its release and how will it factor into the new DCU?? Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!!

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    The Absolute DC Universe & A New Peacemaker Trailer

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into the Absolute DC comics and gave our thoughts on the first issue of each series! We also had plenty of news and trailers to dive into including a brand new Peacemaker trailer and a Batman Azteca trailer! Hope you enjoy!

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    The Superman Draft & Wonder Woman Finds A Screenwriter

    Welcome Explorers! This week we drafted an ultimate collection of the best of the best from the Superman movies that we have covered on the pod with returning guest Luis! We also have plenty of news in the back half including the exciting announcement of a Wonder Woman screenwriter! Thanks for listening!

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    Superman Review - The DCU Has Begun

    Welcome Explorers! Finally, after months and years of anticipation it is time to Look Up! We have seen Superman and have many, many thoughts about how the kickstart to the DCU has landed with us. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy!

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    Zack Snyder's Justice League & The Dawn of Superman

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into our final entry in the leadup to Superman 2025: Zack Snyder's Justice League! We discuss the cultural impact of this director's cut, just how different it is from the theatrical, and our thoughts on moving on from the DCEU era. I hope you enjoy!

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    Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice & The Batman Part II Script Is Complete

    Welcome Explorers! This week we continues our Summer of Superman series by diving into Zack Snyder's very controversial followup to Man of Steel in BvS. We also touched on Matt Reeves finally completing the script for The Batman Part II. Thanks for listening!

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    Episode 20: Man of Steel

    Welcome back Explorers! This week we discussed the first entry in the DCEU and the most modern theatrical adaptation of Superman with Man of Steel. As we dive into the complexities of Zack Snyder's bold approach to the character, we also discuss some updates with DC Games and comics! Hope everyone enjoys!

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    Superman: For All Seasons & A Mister Miracle Show On The Way

    Welcome Explorers! This week we talked about the 1998 4 issue miniseries Superman: For All Seasons! We break down what works so well about this comic as well as what ways we think it will inspire the DCU Superman! In addition, there is a plethora of news including a Mister Miracle show in the works and the casting of Clayface. And we're joined by a special guest: Giancarlo! Thanks for listening hope you enjoy!

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    Superman Returns & Some Big Updates For Clayface

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dived into the very long and kind of strange pseudo sequel to the Christopher Reeve era, that being the 2006 film Superman Returns! We talk about Brandon Routh's portrayal of the character and what has aged well and aged poorly. Finally, we have some big updates for Clayface and SDCC which we get into. Hope everyone enjoys!

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    Superman IV: The Quest For Peace & Some Early Box Office Projections for Superman 2025

    Welcome Explorers! This week we finished off our Christopher Reeve section of the Summer of Superman with the infamous Superman IV... We dive into just how this movie became the catastrophe that it did and so much more with special guest The Animated Jem! Hope you enjoy thanks for listening!

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    Superman III - A Very Strange Superman Movie

    Welcome Explorers! This week we continued our Summer of Superman series with Superman III. We had quite an experience learning about this movie and just how much of a departure it is from the first two. Hope you enjoy thanks for listening!

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    My Adventures With Superman is Phenomenal

    Hello Explorers! This week we dived into a show Josh has been wanting to talk about since week 1: My Adventures With Superman. We discuss both seasons 1 and 2, what this show excels at, and where we think it's going in Season 3 along with the Green Lantern spinoff. We also talk some Blue Beetle and Superman 2025 towards the end. Hope you enjoy!

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    Superman II & The Superman 2025 Trailer Is Finally Here!

    Welcome Explorers! This week we continue our Summer of Superman watches with the sequel to Christopher Reeve's groundbreaking movie: Superman II. We get into the troubled production history, how the Richard Donner cut compares to the original theatrical release, and how this movie might just fall short of what we expected. After that discussion is a full breakdown of the brand-new trailer for James Gunn's Superman!! Hope you enjoy thanks for listening!

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    BONUS: Let's Break Down The Peacemaker Season 2 Trailer!

    Welcome Explorers! This is our very first bonus episode which will be in addition to our main episode! In this bonus episode we break down the first trailer for Peacemaker Season 2. We discuss the appearances of the "Justice Gang", who Michael Rooker is playing, and that dimension hopping? final shot! Thanks for listening!

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    It's DC Trivia Night!

    Welcome Explorers! This week we decided to take it easy and go head to head with DC trivia provided by our first guest of the podcast Luis! Do we have enough knowledge of all things DC by now? Tune in to find out and thanks for watching/listening!

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    The Summer of Superman: Superman The Movie

    Welcome Explorers! This week we dive into the first entry in our Summer of Superman series with the movie that started it all: Superman (1978). We get into film history, what the character means to us, and the impact it's had on the genre. We hope you enjoy the start of this new series and stay tuned for more!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

A dive into the world of DC films, television, comics, and more designed for both long term fans and those just getting into the universe. Each week we will break down a piece of DC media across a variety of mediums and share our thoughts. Additionally, we will discuss all the current news and media coming from DC and our excitement for a burgeoning DCU!

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Josh Dobson

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