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June 23, 2025 69 mins

On this episode, Tom King returns to the show to dive into more of his Batman work.

We talk:

-Origins of Batman/Elmer Fudd

-The influence of Killing Time

-The terrifying Joker found in The Winning Card

Plus, Riddler, Batman/Catwoman, The Penguin, and if he has more Batman up his sleeve.

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Transition Music: "The Dark Knight Returns", by Christopher Drake.

Outro Music: "Overdrive", by Matrika.

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