 PUBLISHING DATE: November 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers & Terry Austin (art) The Penguin attempts to outwit Batman and Robin in an attempt to steal a valuable artifact. Meanwhile, Rupert Thorne is visited by the ghost of Hugo Strange. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.  

BAT 77 - The 70's Batman Podcast

The Malay Penguin (Detective #473)

 PUBLISHING DATE: September 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin (art) Professor Hugo Strange has learned the Batman’s secret identity and intends to auction that secret to the highest bidder. Robin is called in to investigate Bruce’s strange behavior. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

I Am The Batman (Detective #472)

 PUBLISHING DATE: August 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story) Marshall Rogers & Terry Austin (art) Seeking to cure himself of his wounds from his battle with Dr. Phosphorus, Bruce Wayne seeks medical attention at an exclusive clinic, but he soon discovers that it’s a front for one of Batman’s oldest and deadliest enemies. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.  

The Dead Yet Live! (Detective #471)

 PUBLISHING DATE: June 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englelhart (story), Walt Simonson (pencils), Al Milgrom (inks) While Batman hunts for Dr. Phosphorus, the Gotham City Council, led by crime boss Rupert Thorne, votes to outlaw the masked vigilante’s activities. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

The Master Plan of Dr. Phosphorus (Detective #470)

 PUBLISHING DATE: May 1977 CREDITS: Steve Englehart (story), Walt Simonson (pencils), Al Milgrom (inker), Jerry Serpe (Colorist) A new foe, Dr. Phosphorus, has poisoned the Gotham Reservoir to enact revenge on the city. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

By Death's Eerie Light (Detective #469)

 PUBLISHING DATE: March 1976 CREDITS: Denny O’Neil (story) Dick Giordano (art) On the anniversary of his parents’ murder, the Batman returns to the scene of the crime for his annual visit to a woman who took him in that fateful night. But will she become the latest victim of violence in Crime Alley? Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

There is No Hope in Crime Alley (Detective #457)

 PUBLISHING DATE: June 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Ernie Chan and Dick Giordano (art) Still wanted by the law for first-degree murder, the Batman finds a scant lead which brings him to a traveling circus where he hopes to find the evidence he needs to prove his innocence. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com  

Bedlam Beneath the Big Top! (Detective #448)

 PUBLISHING DATE: May 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Ernie Chan & Dick Giordano (art) Batman attempts to prove his innocence for the murders of Ra’s Al Ghul and Talia, but the Creeper vows to bring him to justice. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.

Enter the Creeper (Detective #447)

 PUBLISHING DATE: April 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Jim Aparo (art) Still wanted by the law for the murder of Talia and Ra’s Al Ghul, the Batman must divert his attention to a new mystery as the skeletal remains of a murder victim is discovered inside a statue of the Caped Crusader.  

Slaughter in Silver (Detective #426)

 PUBLISHING DATE: March 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Jim Apart (art) Framed for a murder he swears he didn’t commit, the Batman breaks into prison to confront Ra’s Al Ghul about his involvement in the frame-up. Follow the podcast on Twitter and Facebook. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

Break-In at the Big House (Detective #445)

 PUBLISHING DATE: January 1975 CREDITS: Len Wein (story), Jim Aparo (art) Batman is wanted by the police for the cold-blooded murder of Talia Al Ghul. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com    

Bat Murderer (Detective #444)

 PUBLISHING DATE: MAY 1975 CREDITS: DENNY O’NEIL (story), Ernie Chua & Dick Giordano (art) The Riddler returns to once again confound the Dark Knight with his perplexing clues and puzzling traps. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

Riddler on the Move (Batman #263)

 PUBLISHING DATE: April 1975 CREDITS: Denny O’Neil (story), Ernie Chua and Dick Giordano (art) The Scarecrow returns with a new fear-inducing device to combat the Caped Crusader as they both search for stolen loot in an abandoned amusement park. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com.  

The Scarecrow's Trail of Fear (Batman #262)

 PUBLISHING DATE: February 1975 CREDITS: Denny O’Neil (story), Irv Novick & Dick Giordano (art) The Joker doses Batman with a chemical which causes him to laugh himself to death within 72 hours. The Dark Knight races against time to find the antidote. This week’s returning guest, Ken Holtzhouser, is the creator of the indie comic book, The Quick and the Dad. Follow the podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

This One'll Kill You, Batman! (Batman #260) w/Ken Holtzhouser

 PUBLISHING DATE: December 1974 CREDITS: Denny O’Neil (story), Irv Novick & Dick Giordano (art) The Batman confronts his childhood trauma caused by an incident of gun violence that happened before his parents’ death. The Shadow sets the stage for a confrontation 25 years in the making. This week’s special guest, Jim Beard, is an author of pulp fiction and comic/sci-fi tie-in short stories. He edited the fan-favorite collections of essays, “Gotham City - 14 Miles” and is currently working on re-releasing and completing his series of fan-submitted reviews of the ’66 Batman television series. Follow the BAT 77 Podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Email the podcast at bat77podcast@gmail.com

The Night of the Shadow (Batman #259) w/Jim Beard

A chronological review and discussion of the Batman and Detective Comics published in the 1970s. Hosted by JB Anderton, this podcast will summarize and review each issue to explore whether the comics stories have dated or still stand the test of time as well as discover what aspects we know and love of the character originated during the Bronze Age.

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BAT 77 - The 70's Batman Podcast

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