Plague & April Moon

Plague & April Moon

Author: The Pensky File July 20, 2023 Duration: 1:01:15

Well, well, well, ladies and gents, welcome to the latest episode of The BATTASS Podcast, hosted by yours truly, Clay “The Talker” McCormack, and my pal, Sean “The Wise Guy” Murphy. Today, we’re divin’ deep into the gritty streets of Gotham with a discussion on two rivetin’ episodes from Batman Beyond: Plague and April Moon.



In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the action-packed episodes Plague and April Moon from the iconic series. But wait, there’s more! I’m excited to tell you all about my upcoming appointment to upgrade these legs with cybernetic chainsaw knees! Can you believe it? I’ll be strutting around Gotham like a futuristic superhero!



Per DCAU Wiki:



“Plague” is the twenty-first episode of the second season of Batman Beyond. It depicts the return of Stalker. The evil organization Kobra plans to unleash a deadly super-virus onto Gotham City unless they are paid 10 billion credits in ransom. To carry out their plan, they hire the mercenary Falseface to smuggle the virus into the city. With nowhere else to turn to, the NSA enlists the aid of the Stalker to find and stop Falseface. Now Batman finds himself in an uneasy alliance with his enemy.



“April Moon” is the twenty-third episode of the second season of Batman Beyond. It depicts the emergence of a new gang of ruffians cybernetically enhanced with weapons powerful enough to take on Batman.



But fear not, fellow fans, we’ll still give these episodes the attention they deserve. We’ll explore the gripping storylines, mind-blowing villains, and the evolution of Terry as he battles the forces of darkness. It’s gonna be a wild ride, my friends, so buckle up and prepare for the adrenaline rush that is The BATTASS Podcast! Now, who’s ready for some cybernetic chainsaw knee action? I know I am! Let’s dive in!

Ever wonder what happens when two working comic book artists sit down to talk about the definitive cartoon version of the Dark Knight? That’s the simple, compelling premise behind BATTASS: The Batman The Animated Series Show Podcast. Hosts Clay McCormack and Sean Murphy bring their insider’s perspective from the drawing board to every discussion, breaking down each installment of the legendary series. Their conversations are less like formal reviews and more like you’re overhearing a deep, passionate, and often very funny debate between two experts who genuinely love the material. You’ll hear them trace the artistic influences in the show’s iconic style, analyze the sharp writing that appealed to both kids and adults, and share personal insights into why certain characters or storylines resonate so powerfully within the broader world of comics. This isn’t a rushed recap; it’s a thoughtful, episode-by-episode excavation of what made Batman: The Animated Series a cultural touchstone. The result is a consistently engaging podcast that feels both educational and entertaining, offering a unique lens on a show many of us thought we already knew everything about. New episodes from The Pensky File dive into a single chapter of the animated saga, making it a perfect companion whether you’re revisiting the series or discovering it for the first time.
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