John and Matthew return to Central City to talk Flash villains who have turned over a new leaf, some complicated feelings about Iris, and strange spiritual goings on in this episode."Faster Does It"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed un

DC Detectives Episode 130: Mandatory Marital Discord (or Stretchy Sorbet)

Jul 30th, 2023 58m 52s

John and Matthew wrap up some Elongated Man coverage by observing some strange moments of marital strife between the dream couple that is Ralph and Sue. While not the strongest stories, the Elongated Man continues to be source of enjoyment for

DC Detectives Episode 129: Forever Honeymoon (or Sue Likes A LARP)

Jun 11th, 2023 53m 27s

John and Matthew take a look at what Ralph's been up to since they saw him last in Batman and Flash comics. It seems he and his wife have been having quite a few adventures themselves!"Faster Does It"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed

DC Detectives Episode 128: Aces High (or Fabricated Conflict)

Mar 26th, 2023 54m 6s

John and Matthew read more Challenger stories and come upon a startling plot twist that has the Challengers at each other's throats, and fighting some old foes."I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By

DC Detectives Episode 127: Contractors For Hire (or Carpe Various Diems)

Feb 1st, 2023 57m 19s

John and Matthew revisit the Challengers of the Unknown who have some interesting developments in terms of their character, and some uneventful turns when it comes to their evolution. Will their stories still hold the same excitement for them?

DC Detectives Episode 126: Narrative Flailing (or Carnival Barker Plots)

Jan 1st, 2023 59m 37s

John and Matthew finish up some more Batman coverage with Outsider stories, frozen cave men, super-powered gorillas (not the one you're thinking of) and witches! There's a lot going on and none of it makes sense!"Backed Vibes Clean"Kevin Mac

DC Detectives Episode 125: Aunt Harriet Arrives (or Poor Patricia Powell)

Nov 18th, 2022 59m 24s

Matthew and John return to Batman after a long hiatus. The caped crusader has many new writers trying to reinvent him, but will they do the greatest feat of all... increase his sales numbers?"I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Lice

DC Detectives Episode 124: And Baby Makes Four (or How Mera Got Her Groove Back)

Oct 10th, 2022 55m 37s

John and Matthew finish their time with Aquaman, Mera, and Aqualad with a series of stories where Mera gets her powers back, and then some. Who is this mysterious Aquababy?"Shades of Spring"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Crea

DC Detectives Episode 123: A Royal Tragedy (or Octupus Conversion)

Aug 7th, 2022 52m 19s

John and Matthew take a dip in the deep blue to see Aquaman and his friends. There's quite a lot of good here, but also a sad turn of events for Mera in these issues."Shades of Spring"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative C

DC Detectives Episode 122: Time Traveling Claw Game ( Or Bat Riders)

Jun 19th, 2022 52m 58s

John and Matthew look at more of the Atom's adventures, this time at the strange city of Elvara and with a new ally: Zatanna!"Walking Along"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0creativecommons.o

DC Detectives Episode 121: Coloring Inside The Lines (or Intentional Tuchas)

May 15th, 2022 52m 48s

John and Matthew return to Ivy Town to catch up with Professor Palmer who has some new time traveling adventures as well as clever thieves to deal with as The Atom."Covert Affair"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Common

DC Detectives Episode 120: The Dilution Of Adam Strange (or Lucite Coffins)

Apr 9th, 2022 43m 1s

Matthew and John the last few issues of Mystery in Space and reflect on the waning years of Adam Strange's run as covered by multiple different teams."On the Ground"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribut

DC Detectives Episode 119: A New Kind Of Strange (or Who Is Rick Starr)

Mar 27th, 2022 51m 8s

Matthew and John head back Rann to see a new version of Adam Strange and Alana after a creative team shift."Shades of Spring"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0creativecommons.org/licenses/by/

DC Detectives Episode 118: A Brother's Legacy (or Death Of The Legion)

Feb 20th, 2022 49m 27s

John and Matthew look at Lightning Lad's replacement, Mon-El's return, and the death of the ENTIRE LEGION in this episode!"Backed Vibes (Clean)"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0creativecommo

DC Detectives Episode 117: The Future Is Here Unevenly (or Unstylish House Style)

Jan 23rd, 2022 58m 20s

John and Matthew tackle more LoS, while discussing the finer points of visual storytelling that's lacking in these stories. Aside from that, a shocker awaits them at the end of the coverage regarding the fate of a Legion member!"I Knew a Guy"

DC Detectives Episode 116: Amnesiac Brothers (or A Bevy Of Imposters)

Dec 20th, 2021 50m 23s

Matthew and John continue their LoS coverage with some startling revelations on how Clark Kent treats people he's suspicious of, and some questionable stances on morality taken by Smallville."I Knew a Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Lice

DC Detectives Episode 115: A Legion Of Lameness ( or Hazing Is Bad)

Nov 28th, 2021 58m 30s

John and Matthew meet the Legion of Superheroes head on this time in their coverage. Things aren't the greatest with them, but it's certainly an interesting experience to compare them with other teams across DC."On the Ground"Kevin MacLeod (

DC Detectives Episode 114: Chief's Day Out (or Sasquatch Bodies)

Nov 3rd, 2021 56m 24s

John and Matthew return to do more Doom Patrol stories, and they are introduced to the new, slightly intrusive, Mento! Will he be helpful, or will he be an obstacle as the team battles Animal Mineral Vegetable Man and more."Walking Along"Kev

DC Detectives Episode 113: Copied Homework ( Or A Lengthy Resume)

Sep 26th, 2021 59m 54s

Matthew and John start their adventure with the Doom Patrol, and find a lot of fun adventures and compelling characters. Who are the World Strangest Heroes? Listen in, and find out!"I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under

DC Detectives Episode 112: Pigeon Feather Rent (or Teens Meant For Children)

Aug 8th, 2021 58m 59s

John and Matthew start their coverage of the Teen Titans. What kind of adventures do Robin, Aqualad, Kid Flash, and Wonder Girl get up to? Find out in this episode!"Walking Along"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Common

DC Detectives Episode 111: The Power Of The Thunderbolt (or Johnny Be Bad)

Jul 25th, 2021 59m 23s

Matthew and John finish up some more Justice League coverage with some surprising turn of events regarding retcons, time travel, and Johnny Thunder."I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

DC Detectives Episode 110: The Crime Syndicate Of America (or Home - Field Advantage)

May 23rd, 2021 58m 35s

John and Matthew tackle the first appearance of The Crime Syndicate of America, Hawkman's induction into the JLA, and more in this Justice League centric episode."I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons:

DC Detectives Episode 109: A Really Big Sandwich (or Skeeve It Up)

May 2nd, 2021 55m 45s

Wonder Woman deals with the world's largest sandwich, the world's largest pizza, and a living firework in this new episode. And Matthew and John have a laugh about Mouse Man."Shades of Spring"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Cr

DC Detectives Episode 108: The Three Ages Of Wonder Woman (or The Jet Is A Horse)

Apr 10th, 2021 52m 26s

Matthew and John start a new run through Wonder Woman's comics with a series of stories featuring Wonder Woman at different ages, a number of fan guests to Paradise Island, and Hippolyta's man troubles."Shades of Spring"Kevin MacLeod (incomp

DC Detectives Episode 107: A Layer To Luthor (or Semantic Pedantic)

Feb 18th, 2021 58m 14s

John and Matthew finish this sting in Metropolis with some interesting tales regarding a duel with Luthor, and a couple more Red K goofs. There's even a What If about Superman needing a secret I.D.!"I Knew A Guy"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.co