Podcasts by The Bat-Jar Podcast

Episode #133: Men in Black Goes Global from 2019-06-17T10:00

Bring your sunglasses and neuralyzers along as the guys seek to find the answers to the biggest questions in the universe. Is the comic book version of Men in Black good? How do you make a good ...

Episode #132: The X-Men's ACTUAL Last Stand from 2019-06-10T10:00

Average Joe teams up with Ben the Movie Buff to battle 20th Century Fox and writer/director Simon Kinberg's final nail in the coffin for the X-Men film franchise "Dark Phoenix".

How does ...

Episode #131: Cult Classics from 2019-06-03T10:00

What do Blade Runner, It's A Wonderful Life, Firefly, and The Room all have in common? They are all examples of something that failed to find success upon release but have developed an audience ...

Episode #130: Live Action Aladdin from 2019-05-27T10:00

Get ready for some lamp-cetion as the guys go inside the Genie's lamp inside the Bat-Jar to put Disney's Aladdin under the microscope.

What makes the original animated film so unique? How...

Episode #129: Beast Wars from 2019-05-20T10:00

This week, the guys are joined by Optimus Primal of the Maximals to discuss the infamous Beast Wars. How did this animal based Transformers series save the franchise from disappearing? How bad i...

Episode #128: Pokémon Detective Pikachu from 2019-05-13T10:00

It's time to solve a mystery as the guys join the world class Detective Pikachu on a case. Can this movie break the curse of bad video game movies? Can it bring the world of Pokémon to live acti...

Episode #127: The Daredevil Movie from 2019-05-06T10:00

Fresh off discussing one of the grandest superhero movies ever made, we make a trip to the dimly lit streets of 2003 Hell's Kitchen to discuss the infamous Marvel superhero movie, "Daredevil". Listen

Episode #126: Avengers Endgame from 2019-04-29T10:00

"We're in the endgame now". The grand finale of the Infinity Saga has arrived, and the guys are going to do whatever it takes to discuss this emotional, powerful film.

If you haven't seen...

Episode #125: Avengers Endgame Speculation from 2019-04-22T10:00

We are one week away from the conclusion of the cinematic storyline which began 11 years and 21 movies ago with the imminent release of "Avengers: Endgame".

Before we see the movie, AJ an...

Episode #124: The New Hellboy Sucks from 2019-04-15T10:00

This week we go through a round of Trailer Trash with special guest Minty Python, looking over new trailers for Joker, The Lion King, The Addams Family, and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.

Episode #123: Shazam! from 2019-04-08T10:00

This week, the guys are approached by a wizard offering them amazing powers, should they be worthy. Oh wait, that's actually the plot of the new film they are talking about this week, "Shazam!"....

Episode #122: Disney Princesses from 2019-04-01T11:00

This week we are joined by Disney expert Ms. Dis to explore the magical realm of the Disney Princess franchise. How does one become a Disney princess? Who qualifies and who does...

Episode #121: Transformers Rescue Bots from 2019-03-25T11:00

In what will most likely go down in history as the most family friendly episode of our podcast ever, Average Joe is joined by Professor F to discuss the family friendly DC movie "Shazam!" and it...

Episode #120: Outlander from 2019-03-18T11:00

This week, Average Joe is joined by returning guest Dee Dee to visit the Scottish Highlands for an unusual branch of nerd culture adventure to speak about the novel and television franchise "Out...

Episode #119: Captain Marvel from 2019-03-11T11:00

This week AJ is joined by One Shot as we go faster, higher, stronger with the first MCU movie to star a female superhero, Marvel Studios "Captain Marvel".

How does this movie fit into the...

Episode #118: Alita Battle Angel from 2019-03-04T12:00

Today we discuss the movie that took James Cameron 20 years to make, "Alita: Battle Angel". Does the film break to trend of bad anime to live action adaptations? How distracting are Alita's big ...

Episode #117: Glass (2019) from 2019-02-25T12:00

The unorthodox superhero film no one expected but everyone got really excited for has been out for a month and the guys will need Ben The Movie Buff's help to take on The Beast, Mister Glass, an...

Episode #116: Nerd Culture At The Oscars from 2019-02-18T12:00

In preparation for the upcoming 91st Annual Academy Awards, the guys are joined by Ben The Movie Buff to discuss the nominees for this year's Oscars with a catch- they will only...

Episode #115: The LEGO Movie 2 (The Second Part) from 2019-02-11T12:00

Today's episode is brought to you by childhood imagination, playing together, and construction toys. We reconnect with the master builder inside ourselves as we reflect on the first LEGO movie, ...

Episode #114: Comic Book Movies of 2018 from 2019-02-04T12:00

Our long awaited look back at the many comic book movies is finally here! How do these various films rank against the official Bat-Jar system? Who comes out on top?

Music and audio from "...

Episode #113: Mary Poppins Returns from 2019-01-28T12:00

Momma Poppins floats down into the Bat-Jar today to discuss the sequel to the Disney classic that inspired her codename, "Mary Poppins Returns".

Why did it take 50 years to make a sequel ...

Episode #112: Unbreakable from 2019-01-21T12:00

Before you go out to the movies this weekend to see the new film "Glass", revisit the original film that began the shared universe between M. Night Shyamalan's different films, "Unbreakable". Listen

Episode #111: Bumblebee from 2019-01-14T12:00

We continue our journey of catching up on movies released in 2018 by driving down to 1987's California for a look at the Transformers spinoff film, "Bumblebee".

With Disney buying 20 Cent...

Episode #110: Aquaman from 2019-01-07T12:00

Swim along with us as we ride into 2019 by looking at the final comic book film released in 2018, DC's "Aquaman". How did this aquatic hero get his start in the comics? Why was he the punchline ...

Episode #109: Spider-Man (Into The Spider-Verse) from 2018-12-17T12:00

Grab your web shooters as Pixel Patch and Average Joe join the many versions of the Spider-Man character present in the new film, "Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse" for an adventure across the ...

Episode #108: Christmas Franchises from 2018-12-10T12:00

Average Joe is joined by special guest Minty Python to break down the trailer for Avengers 4 and discuss Christmas franchises. What constitutes a "Christmas franchise"? Which ones are the best? ...

Episode #107: Most Popular Christmas Movies? from 2018-12-03T12:00

Arguably one of the ways to determine a movie's popularity is it's box office performance. Something about the movie got people to go and see it in the theatre. With that logic in mind, we take ...

Episode #106: Ralph Breaks The Internet from 2018-11-26T12:00

Hop on the closest wifi connection as we travel into the worldwide web to discuss the exploits of Wreck-It Ralph and Venelope in the new film "Ralph Breaks The Internet".

Speaking of Disn...

Episode #105: Wreck-It Ralph from 2018-11-19T12:00

This week we take a few moments to reflect on the passing of comic book legend, Stan Lee. We share how we first discovered his work and reflect on his legacy (and some of our favourite cameos).<...

Episode #104: The Four Grinches from 2018-11-12T12:00

Pixel Patch and Average Joe get ready for the holidays by looking back at the various entries in Dr. Seuss' "Grinch" franchise. How has the story been adapted from magazine article to storybook ...

Episode #103: What Is "One Piece" ? from 2018-11-05T12:00

Asian Jon says farewell: This week we say goodbye to our friend in his final appearance alongside returning guest Pixel Patch and new special guest Beefporkribs to discuss the media franchise "O...

Episode #102: The "Just Us" League of America from 2018-10-29T11:00

It's all about crossovers this week as we discuss the upcoming LEGO Star Wars crossover series titled "All Stars" and the Justice League of America.

How did the Justice League come to exi...

Episode #101: Deadpool Drops By from 2018-10-22T11:00

This week Asian Jon and Average Joe are visited by everyone's favourite wisecracking superhero who wears red, Deadpool!

We mourn the loss of Iron Fist and Luke Cage on Netflix- what does ...

Episode #100: Firefly from 2018-10-15T11:00

It's a very special episode as Asian Jon and Average Joe celebrate 100 episodes of bat-jarring with a couple of special guests, some surprises, and looking back on the series where Fox couldn't ...

Episode #99: Venom from 2018-10-08T16:00

King Boo returns to discuss the Venom character and his new movie with Average Joe. How does Sony's attempt at a Spider-Man free spinoff work out as a movie? Is it at least better than Topher Gr...

Episode #98: Power Rangers Meets Ninja Turtles? from 2018-10-01T11:00

This week Average Joe is joined by his brother King Boo to discuss a piece of 90's pop culture that many would like to forget about.

Tim Allen has claimed that Toy Story ...

Episode #97: 90's Cartoons v 2010's Cartoons from 2018-09-24T11:00

This week Asian Jon returns and so does Pixel to play another round of the news game. Have they broken all of the rules?

Cartoons (or animated series for Average Joe's sake) have gone thr...

Episode #96: Secret Identities from 2018-09-17T11:00

Happy Batman Day! To celebrate this occassion, Average Joe is joined by guests One Shot and Pixel to discuss their favourite Batman things, play the crazy news game, and discuss the concept of s...

Episode #95: Stargate Atlantis from 2018-09-10T11:00

This week Average Joe is joined by both Ben The Movie Buff and Tiny Tim for another exploration through the shared universe of the Stargate franchise.

Our ridiculous news game continues a...

Episode #94: Harry Potter And His Best Selling Book Series from 2018-09-03T11:00

What do Detroit rappers, alien symbiotes, and British wizards have in common? They are all conversations inside the Bat-Jar this week.

We are joined by Ben The Movie Buff's brother Listen

Episode #93: Stargate SG-1 from 2018-08-27T11:00

This week we are reunited with our friend Doctor What as we step through the Stargate to explore new worlds, specifically the world of the television series "Stargate SG-1".

Disney may or...

Episode #92: Flash Gordon from 2018-08-20T11:00

Time to visit the origin of the space opera as we know it today as we look into the history of Flash Gordon. How did this prolific series get started back in the 1930's? How did this series infl...

Episode #91: Christopher Robin from 2018-08-06T19:07:08

This week we travel to 1940's London and the Hundred Acre Wood in search of hunny and nostalgia as we talk about the new film "Christopher Robin". 

How much nostalgia do Average Joe and A...

Episode #90: Teen Titans Go! To The Movies from 2018-07-30T11:00

"Titans Go!" This week we dive into the complicated history of the Teen Titans in animation and the transition between two very different shows involving the same cast of characters.

Apol...

Episode #89: Back To The Future from 2018-07-23T12:00

Turn on your flux capacitors and turn your time circuits on for this week's action packed episode. Where we are going, we won't need roads.

Controversy strikes Marvel Studios as Disney fi...

Episode #88: Avengers v Justice League from 2018-07-16T11:30

Marvel Studios has chosen a director for a Black Widow movie. What do the guys think about this development?

The Smashdown concept makes a return this week as we answer a fan email by ans...

Episode #87: Ant-Man&The Wasp from 2018-07-09T12:00

How many shrinking puns can we fit into one episode?

This week we settle the score from last week's smashdown- the fans decide who comes out on top between "Zootopia" and "Moana". 

Episode #86: Zootopia v Moana from 2018-07-02T20:00

This week, the guys discuss the new Spider-Man movie's title and what it means for the future of Spider-Man in the MCU. Will Sony resign their agreement with Marvel? Or will this be our last cha...

Episode #85: The Death of Superman?! from 2018-06-25T20:00

This week we look back into the past while also postulating about the future; you could say we are regular time travelers.

DC is launching a spin-off of their "Titans" series called "Doom...

Episode #84: Incredibles 2 from 2018-06-18T20:00

Head back to the retro-future setting of the Disney Pixar superhero world of the Incredibles for their incredible sequel "Incredibles 2".

How does it compare to the original? Was the 14 y...

Episode #83: The Incredibles from 2018-06-11T20:00

In preparation for the sequel, the guys take a look back at the Pixar film "The Incredibles" and see if this superhero holds up.

But first, the trailer for the "Bumblebee" movie is out. H...

Episode #82: The Han Solo Movie from 2018-06-04T20:00

Asian Jon returns to discuss the new Star Wars movie, "Solo: A Star Wars Story". How does this new film compare to the Disney era Star Wars film? How is this film similar to Superman II? What ha...

Episode #81: Deadpool 2 from 2018-05-28T20:00

In the spirit of breaking the fourth wall, this week's episode breaks all the rules: we record outside of our host city, we don't a bat-jar, and the special guest is Average Joe's brother!

Episode #80: WORST Superhero Movie Performances from 2018-05-21T16:00

In a surprise twist, special guest Dee Dee comes in and saves the day by allowing us to have an episode for this week. But even she can't save us from the terrible performances given by the acto...

Episode #79: Adapting Fantasy Novels for Screen from 2018-05-14T20:00

This week, One Shot returns to help Average Joe answer the question: "Is it harder to adapt fantasy and sci-fi novels for film than other novels?"

Special thanks to Jeremy Eckert for our ...

Episode #78: Kamen Rider v Masked Rider from 2018-05-07T20:00

This week, Average Joe is joined by returning guest Pixel to discuss some interesting imports from the land of the rising Sun.

In the news this week, Hasbro has purchased the Power Ranger...

Episode #77: Avengers Infinity War from 2018-04-30T20:00

Help us celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with the record breaking release of the highly anticipated "Avengers: Infinity War".

Does this mammoth film live...

Episode #76: Infinity War Homework from 2018-04-23T20:00

This week, we study up on 10 years of MCU History to prepare ourselves for the upcoming third Avengers movie.

But first, a recent restraining order issued by the WWE has us asking the rol...

Episode #75: A Goofy Movie from 2018-04-16T20:00

Average Joe is joined by returning guest Momma Poppins for a week of Disney magic and throwbacks to the 1990's.

A Star Wars alumnus has been cast in the upcoming live-action version of "M...

Episode #74: The Time Batman's Back Was Broken from 2018-04-09T20:00

This week Average Joe is reunited with Ben The Movie Buff to look back on a dark time in Batman's history. 

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Episode #73: Ready Player One from 2018-04-02T20:00

It's Easter season which means it's time for "Easter Egg: The Movie". To celebrate the release of "Ready Player One", Average Joe is joined by Dr. What for an episode full of secret Easter Eggs ...

Episode #72: Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy from 2018-03-26T20:00

Don't forget your blankets! This week we take a weirdly British tour of the universe unlike anything either Average Joe or Asian Jon has seen before.

Warner Brothers is teasing a return t...

Episode #71: Tim Burton's Batman from 2018-03-19T20:00

Ready to dance to Prince music, bite some noses, and see a man struggle to turn his head?

Virtual Youtuber Kizuna Ai has been cast in an official anime. What does this mean for the future...

Episode #70: Dragon Ball Zed from 2018-03-12T20:00

Get ready to power up and charge your attack as we delve into the Japanese media franchise of Dragon Ball. How did the series get started? How did this groundbreaking anime get its start in Nort...

Episode #69: Who are the Fantastic Four? from 2018-03-05T21:00

This week we discuss the latest achievements reached by Black Panther at the box office. What's left for this movie to accomplish? Can the King of Wakanda continue to rule the box office?

Episode #68: Black Panther from 2018-02-26T21:00

This week, we journey to the heart of Africa, to the country of Wakanda to discuss the comic book character of T'Challa, the Black Panther. Regarded as the first Black superhero, he has had quit...

Episode #67.5 : Ant-Man&The Wasp Trailer from 2018-02-19T21:00

This special mini-episode is dedicated to the smallest superheroes around, as the guys take a look at the trailer for this year's Ant-Man sequel. Does the trailer make them more excited for this...

Episode #67: Yu-Gi-Oh! from 2018-02-12T21:00

Grab your deck and the power of friendship because it's time to duel!

Black Panther has sold more advance tickets then any superhero movie ever. How has this happened? What does it mean f...

Episode #66: Comic Books v Graphic Novels from 2018-02-05T21:00

One Shot Returns: This week, the Bat-Jar Crew is joined by their old friend One Shot for an episode full of arguing with Average Joe!

The DC Streaming Service is planning a new TV series ...

Episode #65: And The Oscar Goes To... from 2018-01-29T21:00

Pull out the red carpet and grab your long speeches as Average Joe and Asian Jon take behind the curtain to talk all about the Academy Awards. How did the Oscars get started? How does one join t...

Episode #64: Live Action Transformers Movies... from 2018-01-22T21:00

Are you ready to transform and roll out? AJ Squared are joined once again by special guest Optimus Prime to look over the live action Transformers films directed by Michael Bay.

But first...

Episode #63: Best Series of the MCU? from 2018-01-15T21:00

Are video games bad for your health? The World Health Organization will be adding gaming disorder to the list of mental health conditions in an upcoming document. What do the guys think about th...

Episode #62: Mutant Turtles That Are Teenage Ninjas? from 2018-01-08T21:00

Cowabunga! It's the start of a new year and the guys are ready for some batjarring. 

Lindsay Lohan has announced via Twitter that she wants to play Batgirl in the upcoming Joss Whedon hel...

Episode #61: Comic Book Movies of 2017 from 2017-12-25T21:00

Merry Christmas to all! To celebrate, Asian Jon and Average Joe exchange gifts before giving a gift to themselves in the form of talking about all the comic book movies released in theatres in 2...

Episode #60: Star Wars - The Last Jedi from 2017-12-18T21:00

This week the guys return to a galaxy far, far, away to discuss the latest chapter of the Star Wars franchise, Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Does it answer any of the questions established in Epi...

Episode #59: Is "The Room" The Worst Movie Ever? from 2017-12-11T21:00

A potential business deal between 21st Century Fox and Disney will decide the fate of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the Avatar franchise, and many other aspects of Hollywood. Will the US govern...

Episode #58: Stan Lee from 2017-12-04T21:00

Face front, true believers! This week we get an early Christmas present in the form of an "Avengers: Infinity War" trailer, talk about the man behind Marvel Comics, Stan Lee, and cap off the hou...

Episode #57: The GOOD Transformers Movie from 2017-11-27T21:00

If you had to summarize this week's episode in a few words, they would definitively be "more than meets the eye".

Asian Jon and Average Joe look back on Justice League's second weekend at...

Episode #56: Justice League (2017) from 2017-11-20T21:00

This week Asian Jon, Average Joe, and special guest Ben The Movie Buff come together to tackle the new DC Comics adaptation "Justice League".

FULL SPOILERS for "Batman v Superman: Dawn of...

Episode #55: Star Wars Prequels from 2017-11-13T21:00

As Obi-Wan Kenobi once said "I have a bad feeling about this"...

Disney is looking to buy 21st Century Fox; what does this mean for the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Could we see Deadpool te...

Episode #54: Thor Ragnarok from 2017-11-06T21:00

It's the third and final MCU movie of the year! Listen as Asian Jon and Average Joe decide if the new film "Thor: Ragnarok" is indeed worthy of Thor's hammer.

Amazon is planning a "Lord o...

Episode #53: Kirk v Picard from 2017-10-30T20:00

Join us as we boldy go where no Average Joe has gone before. After last week's twist ending, the guys dive into one of the irregular topics which was placed in the Bat-Jar by Dr. What and Asian ...

Episode #52: My Little Pony (The Movie) from 2017-10-23T20:00

Help us celebrate our podcast's one year anniversary with returning special guests TC Laff and Doctor What for an episode full of friendship, laughter, and some colourful horses.

"My Litt...

Episode #51: Blade Runner 2049 from 2017-10-16T20:00

This week the guys are joined by Asian Jon's old friend The Britasian to discuss all the mysteries, complicated details, and philosophical questions asked by the new film "Blade...

Episode #50: Blade Runner from 2017-10-09T20:00

We celebrate 50 episodes with a double round of news stories and diving into the sci-fi classic "Blade Runner" just in time for it's sequel to come out in theatres.

Why is this movie so f...

Episode #49: Kingsman from 2017-10-02T20:00

Polish up on your manners as this week we discuss classy British things, like the Kingsman franchise!

There is a family feud between Marvel, Disney, and ABC over "Inhumans" and "Agents of...

Episode #48: Disney Villains from 2017-09-25T20:00

Evil from the House of Mouse abounds in this week's episode. There was a throw-down at the box office between the clown Pennywise, the agents of the Kingsmen, and the Lego Ninjago. Who emerged v...

Episode #47: Sports Movies from 2017-09-18T20:00

This week is all about underdogs, second chances, Oscar drama, real life stories, totally made up stories, victories, defeats, training montages and sports.

20th Century Fox seems to be r...

Episode #46: Time Travel from 2017-09-11T20:00

This week we celebrate Asian Jon's birthday as we go back and forth through history to determine what method of time travel suits us best. 

There is a lawsuit over the use of the name "Bu...

Episode #45: Best Superhero Movie Performances from 2017-09-04T20:00

This week is ripe for debate. What does actor Ludi Lin mean when he says the upcoming "Aquaman" film is just like Star Wars, but underwater? What are the best performances by actors in superhero...

Episode #44: The Defenders from 2017-08-28T20:00

It's a week for crossover on the Bat-Jar as fantasy novel expert Anonymous returns to help Average Joe take on Marvel's "Defenders". Spoilers for every season of Marvel Netflix up until now (jus...

Quick Updates from 2017-08-21T20:00

No new episode this week but we have a couple quick updates and a short review of "Batman & Harley Quinn" from Average Joe and Doctor What.

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Episode #43: Spider-Man's Clone Saga from 2017-08-14T20:00

Asian Jon and Average Joe are joined by returning guest Doctor What as this trio navigates the timeline of the new "Flashpoint" movie and the confusing mess that was The Clone S...

Episode #42: Batman v Superman from 2017-08-08T00:00

This week, Asian Jon and Average Joe get in the middle of a fight between DC Comics characters Batman and Superman with their in-depth analysis of 2016's "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice". Wh...

Episode #41: Pokémon Season One from 2017-07-31T20:00

Gotta catch'em all! This week, Asian Jon and Average Joe are joined by special guest Pixel to go on a Pokémon journey through the Kanta region and explore the first season of th...

Episode #40: Disney's Golden Age from 2017-07-24T20:00

EDITOR'S NOTE: The sound in this episode is very loud, please protect your ears and lower the volume on your listening device; we apologize for the inco...

Episode #39: Joel Schumacher's Batman from 2017-07-17T20:00

Get ready for an action packed, passionate, and very loud episode of the Bat-Jar. Asian Jon and Average Joe spend some time discussing news coming out of the D23 Expo, particularly casting for t...

Episode #38: Spider-Man's Homecoming from 2017-07-10T20:00

Is your Spider-Sense tingling? This week, Average Joe is joined by special guest Doctor What to talk about the spectacular new film, "Spider-Man: Homecoming". How did the guys f...

Episode #37: Canadian Superheroes from 2017-07-03T20:00

Happy Canada Day! Asian Jon and Average Joe celebrate this holiday by talking about Wonder Woman's progress as a box office success. Asian Jon seems to have the ability to predict the future. Th...

Episode #36: Transformers 5 from 2017-06-26T20:00

This week the guys are joined by the legendary Autobot leader Optimus Prime to discuss his latest film "Transformers: The Last Knight". How did AJ and AJ first encounter Transfo...

Episode #35: Nintendo from 2017-06-19T20:00

Grab your video games along side Asian Jon and Average Joe as we take a look at the video game company known as Nintendo. Plus hear the guys react to the news of the Ducktales reboot!

Aud...

Episode #34: Cinematic Universes from 2017-06-12T20:00

The guys are reunited with One Shot this week to discuss the phenomenon that is the cinematic universe. In honour of "The Mummy (2017)" which was released this past weekend, they ask the big que...

Episode #33: Wonder Woman from 2017-06-05T20:00

WONDER WOMANNNNN- All the world is waiting for you, and this week's edition of the Bat-Jar is all about the Amazonian princess, Wonder Woman. Where does she come from? Why did it take so long to...

Episode #32: Justice League from 2017-05-29T20:00

This week, in preparation for the new "Wonder Woman" movie, Asian Jon and Average Joe step onto the Watchtower to discuss the successor to "Batman: The Animated Series", "Justice League". Join u...

Episode #31: Wolverine is from Alberta? from 2017-05-22T20:00

Happy Victoria Day! To celebrate this Canadian holiday, the guys take a look into the mysterious past of the popular Canadian superhero: Wolverine a.k.a Logan a.k.a James Howlett.

Also, a...

Episode #30: Who is Nightwing? from 2017-05-15T20:00

Box office projections are now available for "Spider-Man: Homecoming" and the guys have thoughts and opinions on their accuracy.

This week Asian Jon and Average Joe dive deeper into Batma...

Episode #29: Space Raccoons&British Detective Mice from 2017-05-08T20:00

It's the start of the summer movie season this week on the Bat-Jar Podcast. It's also Talking Disney Rodent Week as Asian Jon and Average Joe dive into two VERY different Disney properties invol...

Episode #28: Batman The Animated Series from 2017-05-01T20:18:17

The guys are joined by special guest Cackles to dive into the secret origin of Average Joe's fandom with an in-depth look at "Batman: The Animated Series". There is even a speci...

Episode #27: LOST from 2017-04-24T20:00

Ben The Movie Buff returns to help Average Joe get off a deserted island of flashbacks, plot twists and time travel to discuss the popular television series "Lost". What are the lasting impacts ...

Episode #26: Geek v Nerd PLUS Thor&Transformers Trailers from 2017-04-17T20:00

Asian Jon and Average Joe are joined by Ben The Movie Buff for some serious talk about movies and "nerd" culture.

Average Joe finally saw the anime film "Your Name". Does...

Episode #25: Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers v Kyōryū Sentai Zyuranger from 2017-04-10T20:00

This week, Asian Jon and Average Joe have a lot to say and sing about!

Average Joe voices his grievances about "Marvel's Iron Fist" on Netflix. Brie Larson has some words to share about h...

Episode #24: The Japanese Spider-Man??? (featuring Ghost In The Shell) from 2017-04-04T01:50:14

March Madness wraps up in April with relfection on the live-action "Ghost In The Shell" movie starring Scarlett Johanson. How does it hold up compared to it's source material?

Then the gu...

Episode #23: The Disney Renaissance (PLUS Power Rangers) from 2017-03-27T20:30

March Madness gets a full dumping of Tinkerbell's pixie magic this week as Asian Jon and Average Joe are joined by TC Laff to dive into the animated films which constitute the f...

Episode #22: Beauty, The Beast&The Nerd? from 2017-03-21T05:00:28

March Madness Round Three gets a sprinkling of Disney magic as Asian Jon and Average Joe dive into the tale as old as time to discuss "Beauty & The Beast" in it's original story, the 1991 animat...

Episode #21: Pokémon v Digimon from 2017-03-13T21:30

March Madness enters Round 2 with Monster Week on the Bat-Jar Podcast. Average Joe is reunited with Asian Jon to talk giant gorillas, pocket monsters and digital monsters. Sounds interesting? Listen

Episode #20: How Great is Logan and How Do They Make Anime? from 2017-03-06T22:30

March Madness begins with "Logan", the first major comic book film of 2017.  Average Joe is joined by special guest One Shot to discuss the upcoming crossover between DC Comics ...

Episode #19: Rogue Lucas-THE Star Wars Story from 2017-02-27T22:30

Average Joe is joined by returning special guest Anonymous this week to journey once again to a galaxy far, far away to share their experiences with the original Star Wars trilogy and George Luc...

Episode #18: LEGO Batman Meets Sam Raimi's Spider-Man from 2017-02-23T04:37:59

Asian Jon is going on vacation but not before this week's feature length episode! The guys talk about the first bit of casting for the new "Lion King" movie, give their opinions on the super fun...

Episode #17: There's More Than One Robin? from 2017-02-13T23:30

Holy new episode, Batman! This week, the Bat-Jar's own dynamic duo talk about Ben Affleck stepping down as director of the new Batman movie before spending the majority of their time shining a s...

Episode #16: Indiana Jones&The Town of Riverdale from 2017-02-06T22:30

Take a trip with Average Joe and Asian Jon as they first journey to a galaxy far, far away to discuss the untitled Han Solo movie beginning production. Will Darth Vader be in it?

Then get...

Episode #15: Oscar Predictions PLUS The First Console War! from 2017-01-30T23:30:32

This week it's all about the strong opinions! Average Joe and Asian Jon give their thoughts on the new films "The Founder" and "Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Dark Side of Dimensions" (take a guess as to who sa...

Episode #14: Movie Musicals! from 2017-01-23T22:46:50

Are you ready for some music? The guys are joined by musical theater expert TC Laff as they discuss the upcoming "Supergirl/Flash" musical crossover, Celine Dion's involvement i...

Episode #13: Rogue One- A Star Wars Story from 2017-01-17T02:43:10

Asian Jon and Average Joe are one with the Force and indeed the Force is with them as they talk about Star Wars news and give their SPOILER filled thoughts on the new film "Rogue One: A Star War...

Episode #12: Marvel Was Going Bankrupt? from 2017-01-10T02:23:13

Asian Jon and Average Joe start 2017 on a introspective foot by remembering the late Carrie Fisher and her mother Debbie Reynolds.

Join the conversation about Disney's incredible box offi...

Episode #11: There Were 4 Superman Movies?? from 2016-12-27T03:29:52

In the last episode of 2016, Average Joe and Asian Jon discuss the Superman film series which starred the late and great Christopher Reeve. Did you know there were four of them?

Superman ...

Episode #10: CHRISTMAS Movies from 2016-12-20T15:37:51

To celebrate the holidays, Average Joe and Asian Jon decide to talk about the new TV series "Powerless" and define the three categories of Christmas movies. Prepare to jingle all the way in the ...

Episode #9: What is the Arrow-verse? from 2016-12-13T23:16:51

Average Joe and Asian Jon swing by the show to talk about the spectacular "Spider-Man: Homecoming" trailer and take a shot at providing an introduction to the world of the CW's television series...

Episode #8: The Dark Knight Trilogy from 2016-12-07T05:14:57

On this week's action packed episode the guys talk favourite movie directors, Netflix news, and the Barbie movie before diving into the world of the critically acclaimed Dark Knight trilogy. Doe...

Episode #7: X-Men Movies&Gilmore Girls?! from 2016-12-01T02:33:57

This week, Average Joe and Asian Jon are joined by special guest Agent K, who takes the guys on a journey to Stars Hallow and learn the story behind "Gilmore Girls"and it's Netflix revival seaso...

Episode #6: Dr. Strange Spoilers&Is RWBY Anime? from 2016-11-23T02:32:27

This week, Average Joe and Asian Jon are joined by special guest and fantasy novel fan Anonymous to discuss the new Archie Comics based TV seri...

Episode #5: The Future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe from 2016-11-16T01:24:46

This week, Asian Jon comments on Dr. Strange before Average Joe gets really excited about Young Justice's third season, and the guys share their reactions to the new trailer for Beauty & The Bea...

Episode #4: What Does DC Comics Stand For? from 2016-11-09T01:22:45

It's a mostly DC-centric episode this week on the Bat-Jar Podcast! The guys talk about Doctor Strange (SPOILER FREE), Quentin Tarantino, and the latest trailers for "Wonder Woman" and "The Lego ...

Episode #3: Tim Burton Movies&Luke Cage! from 2016-11-02T01:14:14

Prepare for a spooktacular Halloween where Average Joe and Asian Jon talk about some Pixar and Netflix news before diving into the works of the wonderfully bizarre Tim Burton.

The guys th...

Episode #2: Logan Trailer&Ghostbusters (2016) from 2016-10-26T03:12:40

Average Joe and Asian Jon are back. In the news this week: AT&T has purchased Time Warner. What does this mean for movies? Plus there are trailers out for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and Loga...

Episode #1: Welcome to the Show PLUS Joe's First Comic from 2016-10-19T23:40:36

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Bat-Jar Podcast. This time, Average Joe and Asian Jon talk about some upcoming movies before looking at one of the first comic books Average Joe ever bough...