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A podcast where DC Comics artist & writer Will Robson and mega Batman fan Alex Robson, delve into the critically acclaimed Batman the Animated Series! This podcast takes a close look at this groundbreaking series, including: episode reviews, cast and crew interviews, toy and merchandise retrospectives, character designs, music reviews, comic book influences, and so much more. This is the definitive podcast for all BTAS fans and one you won't want to miss!
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A podcast where two brothers delve into the critically acclaimed 90's cartoon, Spider-Man the Animated Series. Host Alex Robson and co-host/MARVEL artist, Will Robson review episodes, interview cast members, review merchandise, discuss comic book origins to animation and so much more! This is a show that celebrates this series in all its glory and packed full of nostalgia and laughs. So, sit back and let your spidey senses tingle, as with a great podcast also comes great recordability!
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This is our space where we hear the life stories, insights and wisdom from members of our thriving community. You will get the opportunity to learn from their life experience and hear the moements in life that have helped shaped them. MOE is a growing global community of change makers and builders. We provide lifelong learning support to our community, enabling them to make a positive change and impact in our world. To find out more about MOE Foundation please visit our website www.moefounda ...
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review possibly the most hauntingly human episode of BTAS, Baby-Doll. Alex and Will dive into Baby-Doll’s first appearance, unpacking the inspiration behind Paul Dini’s creation of the character and why her tragic story still hits hard. Of course, it wouldn’t be a review without a few classic Gotham o…
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Meet your podcast hosts Kate & Alex. We thought it was about time for us to introduce you to your hosts! Alex has been with us for a while now and Kate is a shiny new addition. In this short 30 minute episode you'll learn more about your hosts, from what makes them tick to their favourite breakfast. This is a lovely episode to get to know your host…
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Our hosts return to the Podcave and get yoked as they dive into the animated debut of Gotham’s most venomous villain—Bane! Alex and Will break down the lethal luchador’s first appearance outside the comics, noting how the muscle-bound menace had been in publication for only a year before making the leap to TV. They also imagine what would happen if…
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Our hosts return to the Podcave to review the episode, Catwalk. Unfortunately, it’s not one that claws its way into their hearts. They both agree that the episode is surprisingly bland and forgettable, falling flat like a plank of wood. Dong Yang lets it "hang" a bit too much in this episode, as they over animate Scarface's expressions, turning him…
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How to Navigate Stigma and Find your Niche in the Coaching Space
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"If you were 10% braver, what would you do?" As we sit down with Robbie he makes us rethink success, leadership, and personal growth and embrace a whole other perspective. With immense personal growth and development, Robbie shares the lessons he has learnt throughout his career and shares golden nuggets of life advice, from insights on authenticit…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and start their clocks for a timely review of TIME OUT OF JOINT. Alex and Will dive into The Clock King’s latest time-altering gadget and explore how he suddenly becomes one of the most dangerous foes Batman and Robin have ever faced. But, despite the high stakes, this episode takes on a surprisingly light-hearted to…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode, Harlequinade. Alex and Will explore how Harley Quinn’s show-stopping musical number subtly signals the unraveling of her relationship with the Joker. Plus, they notice this episodes particular "cartoony" feel. They dive into the episode’s wild ride—from Joker’s toy-ready bi-plane t…
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The power in permission as a coach with Jessica Holliland
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What is it in your life which you are still asking permission for? What would it feel like to finally take that leap and that action and give yourself permission? What is it like to give permission as a coach when helping others draw closer to living their most authentic life and self? Jessica Holliland shares her insights into what it is like to: …
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The Terrible Trio Review (w/ Isaac Robinson Smith)
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are joined by special guest and friend Isaac Robinson-Smith — the voice of Bishop in X-Men '97 — to review the infamously bad episode, The Terrible Trio. This podcasting trio of hosts dives into the comic book origins of these three misfit villains, tracing their roots all the way back to the 1950s. They also tac…
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Our hosts return to the podcave, slip on their gardening gloves, and dive into the chilling episode, House & Garden. Alex and Will explore the dark horror elements of this episode, including some truly unsettling "plant babies." The disturbing thought of them transforming from son to husband in just a few days makes for some uncomfortable imagery—e…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are once again sent around the world on another Ra's adventure in the episode, AVATAR! (no not the blue or air-bending kind) Alex and Will discuss the Hammer horror elements to this episode and the clear odes to the original The Mummy movie. Highlighting the opening and ending sequences as classic horror scenes, …
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Joe McGinn: Empowering Young Minds - The Role of Coaching in Social Mobility
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In this episode, host Alex speaks with Joe McGinn, the CEO of CoachBright, an organisation dedicated to improving social mobility through coaching. Joe shares his journey into the coaching space, his passion for helping disadvantaged youth, and the incredible work CoachBright is doing in schools across the UK. Here are some highlights you won't wan…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are called to the witness stand to give their testimony on one of the best episodes of Batman the Animated Series, TRIAL! Alex and Will talk about the premise of this episode being the original idea for an animated film, as well as how it includes the best spoken line of Batman dialogue and Joker dialogue in any …
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MOEvement 2024 - Jon Robson: Legacy and the ripple effect
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Legacy and the ripple effect Jon talks about his grief and reminisces about Darren, his brother and the founder of MOE Foundation, and the legacy he has left behind…
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Our hosts return to the Podcave and then venture out into the woodlands to review the freakishly average episode, SIDESHOW. Alex and Will discuss the excellent animation in this episode and how the first act is a much better premise of a story, instead of reclusive freaks living out in the woods. And can you say freaks? Is this allowed? They also t…
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MOEvement 2024 - Juliana Miguel: sometimes death comes to teach us how to live
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Sometimes death comes to teach us how to live Juliana has a beautiful story of resilience and persistence. She talks about being deported from the UK, running marat…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode, The Worry Men. Alex and Will talk about the quality of this episode and how it felt like an episode of Batman 66, until the Mad Hatter showed up and chewed up the scenery. They also debate on how to pronounce the word Shaman, why Batman stopping a guillotine with his feet is the ul…
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MOEvement 2024 - John Sweeney: Kindness creates kindness
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Kindness creates kindness John Sweeney is a good kind of M.A.D. - make a difference, that is! Inspired by his mentor Darren, who was the first person to believe in …
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Our hosts return to the podcave and dummy up to review the episode, READ MY LIPS. Alex and Will talk about the Ventriloquist and Scarface, noting the incredible performance from George Dzundza. As well as the character's comic book origin and the bass thumping music that sounds like it's right out of a nightclub in the 1930's. Our hosts also wonder…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode, FIRE FROM OLYMPUS. Alex and Will discuss Maxie Zeus and all of his...unique qualities. Highlighting how annoying he is and what Batman must think of him. They also chat about Maxie's one Greek henchman, if he was in a frat at college, what EDC might stand for, and if he's ever been…
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MOEvement 2024 - Dee Allen: Who is the author of your story?
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Who is the author of your story? We have all grown up with stories from nursery rhymes, fairy tales, and jokes to getting invested in the narratives of books, plays…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode, HIS SILICON SOUL. Alex and Will talk about the many odes to The Twilight Zone, Blade Runner and The Terminator that this episode features. As well as the many body horror scenes, the Batcave fight, and Alex stumbles on his words when saying the worst sentence possible (little girl'…
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MOEvement 2024 - Matteo Cassini: Lessons from unlikely places
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Lessons from unlikely places Matteo shares an asynchronous chronicle of the moments and people who have defined his journey and the life lessons he has learned from…
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MOEvement 2024 - Felicity Rose Sunderland Hall: Overcoming anxiety and living the life I want
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Overcoming anxiety and living the life I want For a variety of reasons, Felicity was unable and scared to ask herself what she truly wanted from her life. At the ag…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the conclusion of the globe hopping adventure that is, THE DEMON'S QUEST PART 2! Alex and Will discuss Ra's very convoluted plan and how it doesn't make a whole lot of sense, but the odes to James Bond, adventure serials and comic books make the episode better. Our hosts also raise an eyebrow a…
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MOEvement 2024 - Flo Parker: The false promise of being a goody goody
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. The false promise of being a 'goody goody' In this talk, Flo investigates a pervasive phenomenon she’s coined ‘the curse of the overachieving school girl’. Drawing …
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Our hosts return to the podcave to review the country hopping adventure episode, THE DEMON'S QUEST PART 1. Alex and Will talk about Ra's Al Ghul's introduction into the DCAU, the comic books that influenced this plot (including its writer!), and the infamous Lazarus Pit. Our hosts also discuss why Ra's Al Ghul loves name dropping in every story he …
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MOEvement 2024 - Sean Tillman: Everyone has mental health
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Everyone has mental health In this engaging talk Sean Tillman explores the vital role mental wellness plays in all of our lives. You’ll discover resources to suppor…
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Our hosts return for a new year of podcasting and sit down to review the episode, BLIND AS A BAT. Alex and Will discuss how Batman is more like a combination of Iron Man and Daredevil, using his senses and tech to save the day! They also notice the many nods to Batman 89 and Batman Returns in this episode, and take note that this is the last appear…
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MOEvement 2024 - Sheetal Mistry: Embodiment and social change
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Embodiment and social change Embodiment: the practice of being tuned into our bodies in this way to inform how we move through the world – is one that is being seen…
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MOEvement 2024 - Joseph Rivers: The broken transition from boys to men
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. The broken transition from boys to men The transition from boy to man is broken. Joseph tells his story in the context of a growing crisis with boys and men, especi…
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MOEvement 2024 - Sam Hunter: Coming out of your shell
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In the following episodes, MOE Podventures will broadcast the MOEvement Conference 2024 talks. If you'd prefer to see the video version of these talks, please visit our YouTube channel. Coming out of your shell What does it take to live your life less ordinary? This talk will explore how we are all wired to have unique ideas, passions and purposes …
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Our hosts return to the podcave for the final podcast of 2024 and sit down to review the somewhat festive episode, A BULLET FOR BULLOCK! Alex and Will discuss this classic film noir detective story, taking note to highlight the incredible Emmy award winning music and the eye catching animation. Our hosts also learn that Harvey Bullock is a disgusti…
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Shadow of the Bat Part 1 & 2 Review
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review both parts 1 and 2 of the episodes, SHADOW OF THE BAT. Alex and Will talk about the introduction of Batgirl into the DCAU and how these episodes exceeded their expectations. Highlighting the music, its film noir feel, and the rich background art. They also talk about Two-Face's obvious hideout …
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Harley and Ivy Review (w/ Paul Dini)
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are once again joined by the legendary Paul Dini to discuss one of his favourite episodes, HARLEY AND IVY. Paul reflects on how the idea came to him to team these two super villains up, and how they are now often seen together in many different forms of media. Our hosts also get explanations on why Poison Ivy is …
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Our hosts return to the podcave and look under the hood of the episode, THE MECHANIC. Alex and Will talk about the introduction of Batman's personal mechanic, Earl Cooper and if they like this new addition to the "Bat Family" or not. They also wonder if Earl is a typical mechanic and taking Batman for all he's worth. As well as noticing that Batman…
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Batman Forever Review (or: Too Much Yang)
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Alex is joined by Ben in the podcave this week to watch and review, BATMAN FOREVER. They each give their thoughts on the film and Alex explains the reason why he loves it so much, whilst Ben gives many more reasons on why he doesn't. Our hosts also discuss Bruce's big long pipe, Robin's laundry habits, Batman serving jury duty, the Riddler's non-se…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the magically themed episode, ZATANNA. Alex and Will discuss the character of Zatanna and her first appearance outside of the comics. As well as her relationship to Batman and their history. They also discuss Zatanna's Father trying to hook them up as kids, why a tape recording of a villain's m…
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Batman & Bishop - A Chat w/ Isaac Robinson-Smith
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are joined by the voice of Bishop in X-Men '97, Isaac Robinson-Smith. Isaac shares how he got the gig on X-Men and the original part he auditioned for, plus the secrecy behind the whole process. He also talks about growing up in the 90's watching Batman, the exact moment he knew he wanted to be a voice actor, the…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode, PAGING THE CRIME DOCTOR. Alex and Will discuss why they love a good Gotham mobster story and why they loved all the tie-ins to Thomas Wayne's past in this episode. They also theorise on why Rupert Thorne likes to give his men nicknames, how Thomas Wayne spelt Leslie Thompkins name …
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Our hosts return to the podcave and get stuck in with their review of, MUDSLIDE. Alex and Will discuss the blend of classic monster movie and Alfred Hitchcock vibes in this episode. Highlighting the subway train and the laboratory sequences as the stand outs, as well as Ron Perlman's performance as Clayface. Our hosts also notice that if Batman did…
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The Man Who Killed Batman Review (w/ Paul Dini)
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Our hosts return to the podcave and are joined by the one and only Paul Dini to review the episode, THE MAN WHO KILLED BATMAN. Paul reflects on the making of the episode and shares many behind the scenes stories, including how the Simpson’s inspired the writing of this episode, where the name Sid the Squid comes from, and why his car ride home on t…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the episode that features the first appearance of Ra's and Talia Al Ghul, OFF BALANCE. Alex and Will give their thoughts on the villain Count Vertigo, from his cheap gimmicks to his 1930's German soldier look (if you know what I mean). They also discuss Batman's attempts at flirting, the giant …
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to review the highly rated episode, I AM THE NIGHT. Alex and Will take a look at this very somber and dark episode and discuss what they liked and what they didn't like about it. They give their thoughts on The Jazz Man and what they thought of his character. As well as talk about Alfred's nightly rose l…
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Our hosts return to the VIRTUAL podcave and sit down to review the episode, WHAT IS REALITY? Alex and Will notice that the plot to this episode is almost identical to the Riddler's previous episode. Except, nowhere near as good and leaning into Batman 66 territory. Our hosts also notice that Robin is a little too excited to be alone with a VR heads…
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Our hosts return to the podcave to review the episode, BIRDS OF A FEATHER. Alex and Will are surprised at how good this episode is and if it wasn't for the somewhat disappointing ending, it would be in their top tier episodes list. Our hosts talk about Penguin's dating game, why calling someone a FATSO is a brutal insult, and how Batman doesn't kno…
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Batman the Animated Series Episode Ranking - Part 1
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Our hosts finally return to the podcave after a break and sit down to rank the first half of Batman the Animated Series. Alex and Will go through every episode that they've reviewed on the podcast so far and rank them based on their opinion. Which episodes will sit above the rest and which will end up in the toilet? Some of the rankings will surpri…
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Our hosts come together for this one, and sit down in the podcave to review possibly the greatest episode of Batman the Animated Series, ALMOST GOT 'IM. Alex and Will review the animation, the dialogue, the performances, their favourite villain story, and all the behind the scenes facts about the making of this perfect episode. Our hosts also wonde…
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Our hosts return to the podcave and sit down to watch and review the episode, TERROR IN THE SKY. Alex and Will discuss the return of the (wo)Man-Bat and the Bride of Frankenstein meets French Connection vibe that this episode brings. Along with comparing it to the very first episode of BTAS and questioning if it's a good sequel or not? Our hosts al…
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Our hosts travel overseas to an ancient hidden podcave this week, and sit down to review, DAY OF THE SAMURAI. Alex and Will are somewhat divided on their feelings for this episode. With a difference of opinion for the overall plot and animation quality, our two hosts are in opposite corners of this pod volcano. Plus, they notice Alfred's many holid…
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