Always Hold On To Birds Of Prey

Matt and Chris discuss Matt’s 70+ page fan comic, Birds Of Prey: Revolution!Check out the comic for free at The Daily Knockoff!Special thanks for Maicou Oliveira for Pencils/Inks, Nikki Powers for Letters and Mickaël Journou for Cover Art. Be sure to check out their other great work at thier respective links!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From the pilot to the finale, Matt, Chris, and special guest hero Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) rank every episode of the series from best to worst. Does a Liquid Guy beat a Meta-baby? Can a high school reunion K.O. a cage match? Will our hosts ever all agree on a single thing?! Tune in to find out!Listen to more from Lance on ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW! PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From Angel Grove, to New Gotham, to Hawkins, nowhere is safe from the legend that is Stunt Coordinator Hiro Koda! Hiro shares great insight about his early days as a Power Ranger, his directing experience, his work on Cobra Kai and Stranger Things, and just how difficult it is for two stunt performers breaking through a giant clock to hit their marks. Huge thanks to Hiro for taking the time to reminisce with us. Check out more about Hiro and his work at hirokoda.com!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Forget Batman Returns…is “Devil’s Eyes” a Christmas episode??? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their final commentary track for episode 1x13, "Devil’s Eyes."Listen to ALWAYS HOLD ON TO BIRDS OF PREY on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast apps. PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Any theories on how Clayface’s hospital whites stay so clean? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x12, "Feat of Clay."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Wait...this show is based on a comic book?!?! Matt and Chris are joined by a true Legend and fandom writer, Tricia Ennis (Always Hold On To DC's Legends of Tomorrow), to discuss Gail Simone's inaugural foray into the Birds Of Prey comic series, "Of Like Minds."Find more from Tricia Ennis at her website and check out ALWAYS HOLD ON TO DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

With all the fights that take place in the halls of New Gotham High, it’s probably safer to drop out. Take a deep dive with Matt, Chris, and guest Lance Laster (Always Hold On To Arrow) in their commentary track for episode 1x11, "Reunion."Listen to more from Lance on ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW! PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Yet another exciting tale of the Green Scorpion of Doom! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x10, "Gladiatrix.PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

It might look like the podcast got a lot of plastic surgery and was recast, but we swear it the same old show. Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x09, "Nature Of The Beast."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Okay, who would win in a fight: Lady Shiva or Gabby?! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x08, "Lady Shiva."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Time to get our John on!! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x07, "Split."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Today’s episode is dedicated to the bravery of NGCPD Detective (first name omitted) McNally. Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x06, "Primal Scream."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

No capes, only fishnets! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x05, "Sins Of The Mother."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Your neural mesh is going to love this episode! Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x04, "Three Birds And A Baby."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Anyone else want to grab a drink at No Man’s Land tonight? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x03, "Prey For The Hunter."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

With a name like Silas Waters, what other choice do you have but a life of moist crimes? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x02, "Slick."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

What do Billie Eilish and the Birds of Prey have in common? Take a deep dive with Matt and Chris in their commentary track for episode 1x01, "Pilot."PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

We're kicking off the second phase of the podcast with a lot of "what was" and "what if"! Chris Oz McIntosh rejoins the team to discuss the show bible documents, unaired pilot, and the most important three seconds of Wayne Manor screentime you'll ever know. PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Here comes a real one, Boppers! Writer, co-executive producer and clocktower destroyer Hans Tobeason bravely ventures back into the dark heart of New Gotham to talk all things Birds Of Prey! From Liquid Guy to the far-too-early finale, Hans had a hand in crafting so much of the show’s storytelling, and has the stories to prove it. Huge thanks to Hans for being so generous with his time and insights. Can't wait to see what he cooks up next!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the thirteenth and final episode of Birds Of Prey, “Devil's Eyes."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B+Matt's Grade: A+IMDB Grade: 7.5SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 11Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 8Dinah Vision: 8Episode Title Said In Episode: 4First Appearance: 11Hospital Visits: 6Meta Hands: 5New Gotham _____: 12No Kill Finale: 6Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12She Said A Name!: 5Technobabble: 15PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt are joined by Lauren Winn to talk the twelfth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Feat Of Clay."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Matt's Grade: A-Lauren's Grade: C+IMDB Grade: 7.0SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 9Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 8Dinah Vision: 8Episode Title Said In Episode: 4First Appearance: 11Hospital Visits: 6Meta Hands: 3New Gotham _____: 12No Kill Finale: 4Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12She Said A Name!: 5Technobabble: 11PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt are joined by Lauren Winn to talk the eleventh episode of Birds Of Prey, “Reunion."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: DMatt's Grade: CLauren's Grade: C-IMDB Grade: 7.0SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 8Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 8Dinah Vision: 8Episode Title Said In Episode: 4First Appearance: 10Hospital Visits: 4Meta Hands: 3New Gotham _____: 10No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 12She Said A Name!: 5Technobabble: 10PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the tenth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Nature Of The Beast."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: DMatt's Grade: D-IMDB Grade: 6.6SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 8Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 7Dinah Vision: 8Episode Title Said In Episode: 3First Appearance: 10Hospital Visits: 4Meta Hands: 3New Gotham _____: 10No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 9She Said A Name!: 5Technobabble: 8PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

What do Huntress, Will Smith, and Monk all have in common? They all have held props created for them by today's guest. Rich Hobaica has lent his world-class talents to literally hundreds of episodes of television, exactly 13 of which took place in a little town called New Gotham. Huge thanks to Rich for venturing back into the Clocktower with us to talk all things industry, props, and birdarangs!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the ninth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Nature Of The Beast."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Matt's Grade: AIMDB Grade: 6.8SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 7Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 7Dinah Vision: 8Episode Title Said In Episode: 2First Appearance: 10Hospital Visits: 4Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 9No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 9She Said A Name!: 4Technobabble: 7PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the eighth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Lady Shiva."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Matt's Grade: A-IMDB Grade: 7.1SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 6Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 5Dinah Vision: 8First Appearance: 10Hospital Visits: 3Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 9No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 8She Said A Name!: 4Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the seventh episode of Birds Of Prey, “Split."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: BMatt's Grade: BIMDB Grade: 6.9SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 5Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 5Dinah Vision: 7First Appearance: 9Hospital Visits: 3Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 8No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 8She Said A Name!: 4Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the sixth episode of Birds Of Prey, “Primal Scream."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Matt's Grade: A-IMDB Grade: 7.0SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 5Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 5Dinah Vision: 6First Appearance: 9Hospital Visits: 3Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 8No Kill Finale: 3Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 5She Said A Name!: 4Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the fifth episode of Birds Of Prey, "Sins Of The Mother."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B+Matt's Grade: A-IMDB Grade: 7.1SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 5Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 5Dinah Vision: 6First Appearance: 9Hospital Visits: 2Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 5No Kill Finale: 2Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 5She Said A Name!: 3Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

From the streets of New Gotham to Pride Rock and beyond, Gary Warshaw is a singular talent. Gary started his career under the mentorship of production designer Jaymes Hinkle, which led to him working on the pilot of a little show called Birds of Prey. Now a full-time art director, Gary steps back into New Gotham to discuss his early career and how his experiences set him up for great success.Check out more of Gary's work at his website!PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the fourth episode of Birds Of Prey, "Prey For The Hunter."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: D+Matt's Grade: DIMDB Grade: 6.9SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 5Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 5Dinah Vision: 6First Appearance: 8Hospital Visits: 1Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 4No Kill Finale: 2Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 3She Said A Name!: 3Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the third episode of Birds Of Prey, "Prey For The Hunter."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: B+Matt's Grade: B-IMDB Grade: 7.2SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 4Bat-Out: 2Dead Villains: 3Dinah Vision: 4First Appearance: 8Hospital Visits: 1Meta Hands: 1New Gotham _____: 4No Kill Finale: 1Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 3She Said A Name!: 3Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the second episode of Birds Of Prey, "Slick."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: C-Matt's Grade: B-IMDB Grade: 6.9SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 3Bat-Out: 1Dinah Vision: 4First Appearance: 8New Gotham _____: 4Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 1She Said A Name!: 3Technobabble: 5PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Zach and Matt talk the first episode of Birds Of Prey, "Pilot."EPISODE ROUNDUPZach's Grade: A-Matt's Grade: A+IMDB Grade: 6.9SERIES TALLY BOARDAlley Watch: 2Bat-Out: 1Dinah Vision: 4First Appearance: 8New Gotham _____: 1Reduced/Reused/Recycled Footage: 1Technobabble: 2PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

Legend tells of an occasionally present caped crusader and his one true schizophrenic love as they make their way through the holiday season, avoiding department store moguls and sewer perverts. We’ve got a full nest as Matt, Zach, and Chris take a look at the movie that most inspired the look and feel of Birds of Prey: Batman Returns. PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.

After Smallville but before the Arrowverse on the small screen, and after Batman & Robin but before Batman Begins on the big screen were the stories of New Gotham...the Birds of Prey! The Batman-adjacent TV series that aired from 2002-2003 on the WB! Lois & Clark'd: The New Podcasts of Superman's Matt Truex, Always Hold On To Smallville's Zach Moore and filmmaker Chris Oz McIntosh give a quick intro on their history with the series and what to expect from the podcast! PATREON: patreon.com/alwaysmallvilleINSTAGRAM: instagram.com/birdsofpreytvEMAIL: [email protected] Truex is a Warner Bros. Discovery employee. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are his own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Warner Bros. Discovery.