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Bat Minute

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Bat Minute is a podcast that originally investigated Tim Burton's 1989 movie 'Batman' one minute at a time, three days a week... and has now moved on to the next films in the franchise! Your intrepid hosts on this journey are Jon Parker and Niall McGowan! Episodes release on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
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Episodes

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 34: Seven Years Bad Luck (with Dael Kingsmill)

It's the start of a new week so you know what that means... IT'S BAT MINUTE TIME, BABY! The crew are back for more shenanigans as they metaphorically slice and dice their way through a visit to a shady surgeon. Along the way they discover the fate of poor old Mr Napier... I don't trust this doctor to do a good job! Joining the Bat Boys is the wonderful YouTube mythology vlogger Dael Kingsmill ! Make sure to check out her fantastic work over at Monarchs Factory for all your mythological needs, as...

Sep 18, 201739 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 33: Butler Banter (with Kit Flemons)

Alfred's bland food (also known as: English food) galore as we head into the end of yet another week here at the BatMinuteCave. Touching childhood memories aren't enough to stop the team-up of Jon, Niall and Kit going completely off the rails yet again! The house is not Bruce. Who is Bruce? What is Bruce? Who am I? Who are you? What is love? BRUCE THE BOOZEHOUND! CONFIRMED! Or is it? We are joined once more, for the final time this week, by everybody's favourite accordion noise merchant and punk...

Sep 15, 201742 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 32: Of Kelex, Polka and Cool As Ice... (with Kit Flemons)

The further exciting adventures of Jon, Niall and Kit! This mid-week episode features non-stop action, suspense, drama, fun! Bruce and Vicki book it! Chillin' with the ol' man. ALFRED'S EYEBROWS! Horse-based mishaps. Mountains of hair - what a mane! FOREIGN SPIES! DRUGS! Insulting the Manbat. We cover all of this and a whole lot more! As mentioned, the dynamic duo are joined once again by the accordion-playing RATman himself, Kit Flemons of the band Rat Bit Kit . I'm sure you already know that t...

Sep 13, 201736 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 31: Souper-bowl Monday! (with Kit Flemons)

Bruce and Vicki have their date night... at Wayne Manor itself! You want talk about soup? You'd better do because, oh boy, there's soup, soup and MORE damn soup! It genuinely makes for one of our favourite episodes yet! Joining Jon and Niall is the punk rock accordion destroyer Kit Flemons , of the band Rat Bit Kit . Things may go off the rails somewhat. CHAOS! The next episode follows on Wednesday. Same Bat pod, different Bat minute! Kit Flemons - Rat Bit Kit...

Sep 11, 201743 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 30: Give 'im a Hand

It's the big 3-0 as Bat Minute '89 heads into the dirty thirties. Speaking of dirty... a filthy hand claws up from beneath even filthier water! Who could it be? WHAT could it be? SUICIDE BY CHEMICAL BATH! The Bat has a flight pattern and Vicki dons her specs to deduce its intricacies. DATING WOES! DELICIOUS SOUP! If you can't get enough of the soup... wait until you get a load of next week, folks! There'll be enough to go around. Join us for the next episode on Monday, Same Bat pod, different Ba...

Sep 08, 201737 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 29: Between a Bat and a Vat

Continuing the old-school feel today it's the Bat Boys and ONLY the Bat Boys on this episode. I think I'm going to drop this Bat Boys thing, jeez... Minute 29 sees a sliced and diced Napier clinging to the Bat for dear life, while he himself pulls a face like he's trying to open a jar of sauce. JACK TAKES A TUMBLE! JACK MAKES A SPLASH! Does he survive? Does he die? He certainly won't be turned insane and into an even worse crook by it, that's for sure. Batman has one other foe to vanquish - a st...

Sep 06, 201741 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 28: Red Six is Down!

The Bat Boys are taking it old school this week as they are working as the original dynamic duo. What excitement is in store? Jack and the Bat are keen to swap fashion tips, but things take a turn for the worse when Napier decides to reach for his BULLET gun rather than his GLUE gun. The Bat makes himself elusive... A Prince reference can't console us as our beloved Porkins takes one for the team YET AGAIN! Can this guy catch a break? NAPIER IN DANGER! Will The Bat step up to save him after all?...

Sep 04, 201747 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 27: Bat Minute Does Gordon (with Dan Kampling)

COMEDY BULLETS EVERYWHERE! SURPRISE BAT FISTS! PEOPLE WHO HAVE NO IDEA ABOUT GUNS, TALKING ABOUT GUNS! These are just some of the thrilling topics being discussed on this Friday's can't-miss episode of your favourite show: Bat Minute '89. See: DRAMATIC CAPE SWOOSHING! Witness: THE BAT DESCEND WITH GRACE! Marvel: AS THE DARK KNIGHT LIFTS JACK WITH EASE! Bob the Goon attempts to 'do' Gordon as Napier fights for his life. For the final time this week we are joined by Dan Kampling , the king of bats...

Sep 01, 201742 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 26: Hang Time (with Dan Kampling)

A VICIOUS MONSTER DESCENDS FROM THE RAFTERS! It is impervious to bullets! TO PAIN! It grapples its enemies and dangles them precariously over ledges! A MAN LOSES HIS HAT! And then... it is gone. Meanwhile, Jack Napier spills chemicals and walks Ripley's path as another exciting shootout begins! What a minute folks! Once again we are joined by the exceptionally knowledgeable Bat Computer himself, Dan Kampling , so make sure to tune in for his smooth-talking, Jesse Ventura ways. The next episode f...

Aug 30, 201737 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 25: Twirling Towards Freedom! (with Dan Kampling)

Action galore as the cops and crooks engage in a violent shootout! Gordon finally looks cool! Levers will be pulled! Valves will be twirled! Can Jack outrun his pursuers? Can Gordon get his man? Will Xenomorphs get everyone in sight? The answers to these questions and more can be found on today's exciting edition of Bat Minute '89! We are joined by Bat super-fan Dan Kampling who will be dropping his words of wisdom and bestowing us with knowledge while we generally just make a mess of everything...

Aug 28, 201731 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 24: Axis of Evil (with Gaz Flint)

As Porkins prepares to penetrate enemy lines, Jack and his goons realise that something is amiss... IT'S A TRAP! Have they been ratted out? Set up? Jack knows the score but there's no time for this nonsense as a deadly shootout with the cops ensues! For the final time in this stint we are joined once again by Hong Kong-based punk rockin' Bat-Mite GAZ FLINT of the band ' Pumpkin Bomb ' . Join us as we bid him adieu... for now! That's also all from us in general for the week! How will you cope wit...

Aug 25, 201736 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 23: Pause (and Rewind) For Reflection (with Gaz Flint)

Camera crazy Bruce has a little spying problem on today's minute! Or should that be cameraS crazy - emphasis on the plural for sure! As he stalks and creeps on his guests we see some other shady shenanigans taking place over at the chemical plant... Once more we are joined by musician, globe trotter, red panda enthusiast and Bat fanatic GAZ FLINT for chat that will ricochet back and forth like an errant Batarang in a bounce house. Make sure to check out his band ' Pumpkin Bomb ' and his YouTube ...

Aug 23, 201728 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 22: The Suave Mr. Pennyworth (with Gaz Flint)

Bruce decides his new flirting tactic should be to belittle Vicki's current job. Nice one, Mr Wayne. In reality, it's all to cover up his Batlife, of course! GORDON HAS LEFT THE SCENE! Bruce must act quickly. Will Knox get his grant? BRUCE'S PEEPHOLE REVEALED! In addition to all this excitement we are joined from all the way in Hong Kong by musician (with the band ' Pumpkin Bomb ') and world-traveller Gaz Flint to shoot the bat breeze. He's a longtime fan of the movies, the comics, the games - t...

Aug 21, 201735 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 21: The Vale is Lifted (with Rikky Wiley)

We're creeping through Bruce's halls and admiring his balls as we finish off another exciting week of Bat Minute '89. Master Wayne reveals himself to Vicki and Knox! Worst of all? A CHAMPAGNE EMERGENCY! For the final time (for now!) we are joined by special guest Rikky Wiley - the DLA -deviant is bringing it RAW. Say bye to him, good listeners! The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute! Rikky Wiley....

Aug 18, 201739 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 20: Snooping on a Suit Loot (with Rikky Wiley)

CRAZY ARMOUR! A STEAMPUNK RATCATCHER! AN INDIANA JONES CROSSOVER! But the most important thing? Six light switches. Possibly more. THE THRILLS COME QUICK ON BAT MINUTE '89! Once again we are joined by none other than special guest Rikky Wiley - rapper, MC, comedy-doing-man and Ewok fan. You'd be a real JOKER if you missed this one. The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute! Rikky Wiley....

Aug 16, 201751 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 19: Gamblin' Gordon (with Rikky Wiley)

We return to Wayne's makeshift casino as Knox harasses ol' Gamblin' Gordon. He says there is no Bat but Knox is having none of it! He wants those files! Ghosts and goblins ain't a problem for Harvey - this cool customer is far too smooth to let anything like that Dent his enjoyment of the evening's entertainment. NAPIER'S PLAN IS IN MOTION! What else, you say? We are joined by OUR FIRST EVER GUEST! Rikky Wiley is on the line with us for Bat chat. You may know him from his rapping career with the...

Aug 14, 201739 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 18: Theatricality and Needless Deception

Knox is out of his depth and failing to blend in. Alfred just wants rid of the guy! Vicki Vale enters the fray complete with sleeves, sleeves and more sleeves. What a dress! Bruce has his eye on her for sure as he takes a shot of dutch courage and swoops in for the kill! How did we get here? What twists and turns could there be in only sixty seconds? Tune in to find out, Bat Minute Mites! The next episode follows on Monday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!...

Aug 11, 201733 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 17: Meanwhile, at Stately Wayne Manor...

That vile snake Grissom is up to no good and getting Eckhardt in on his schemes. Meanwhile, at Stately Wayne Manor, Bruce is throwing a party to save the festival. Why he doesn't just donate a bucket of cash himself is anybody's guess. Alfred and Knox FINALLY MEET! It's what we've all been waiting for... What happens between these two titans? The only way to be sure is to head over to 1007 Mountain Drive or to listen to day's BAT MINUTE '89! The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, diff...

Aug 09, 201735 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 16: We Are Ready For The Floor

Saucy Jack seems suspicious of a setup but Grissom says he needs somebody he can trust. Will his lucky deck deal him a winning hand, or does the house always win? All this and more on today's Bat Minute '89! The next episode follows on Wednesday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Aug 07, 201732 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 15: He's a Card, This Guy

Huge buildings can't cheer up Grissom and his fury at the current crime crackdown. Jack tries to play his cards right but is sent on an important errand. Alicia's shopping habits ruin a perfectly lovely gangster meeting. Whatever next? All of this AND MORE is covered right here on today's BAT MINUTE '89! The next episode follows on Monday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Aug 04, 201735 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 14: Pulchritudinous Photojournalist

REVOLUTION! CORTO MALTESE IN TURMOIL! The real scoop, however, is Knox and his presumptuous ways with the ladies. Can he woo Vicki Vale? Not on your life! She's more into BATmen than regular men, that's for sure. The PEWlitzer price is on the line as the two agree to form a sleuth super group. Will they end up getting married? There's only one way to find out folks... tune in to today's BAT MINUTE '89! The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!...

Aug 02, 201739 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 13: A Lil' Old Fashioned

Monday starts and there isn't even a single balloon in sight but the perpetual mayor has plans to turn things around. Lando simply swaps his cape for a scarf. Dracula is afoot in the press office as Knox converses with a pair of rather lovely legs. What happens in between? And around? And all about? TUNE IN TO FIND OUT, BAT FANS! The next episode follows on Wednesday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 31, 201741 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 12: Saucy Jack Strikes Back

Saucy yet psycho, Jack shoves Red Six straight out of his way on his path to the top, but Porkins isn't standing for shenanigans. Ever faithful Bob the Goon will do anything to protect his man. PARADE PLANNING UNDER THREAT! Could a single minute BE any more exciting? The answer is... possibly. But you'll never know without first tuning in to the exciting chat, only on BAT MINUTE '89! The next episode follows on Monday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!...

Jul 28, 201740 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 11: Jack and Silent Bob

The Bat's tax history is up for examination as Knox persists in his hunt. Bob the Goon picks an inopportune moment to wash a car. CROOKED COPS! All this and more, only on today's Bat Minute '89! The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 26, 201731 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 10: Hootkins and the Blow Hard

Arcade Eddie is stretchered away as Porkins enters the fray. He tells tales of a giant Bat which nobody is buying... all except for reporter Alexander Knox! Will Knox be the man to get the scoop, or will he be made to look like a chump? Find out on today's Bat Minute '89! The next episode follows on Wednesday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 24, 201731 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 9: The Mobster and the Moll

Jack Napier thinks he's cock of the walk in his fancy suits and with his dame by his side, but will scheming against his boss make him look like a fool, a joker if you will? Top this off with Jack facts and Jerry Hall chat and you've got yourself another exciting episode of Bat Minute '89! The next episode follows on Monday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 21, 201735 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 8: Citizen Dent

Lando Strikes Back! The week continues with a pathetic police chief, a cyBORG mayor and Dent aspiring to take on a nest of vipers. Saucy Jack is looking to rid the city of decent people - if only he can find the time to remove his shoes from his lady's face. Are his card tricks in Vogue? Tune in to find out! The next episode follows on Friday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 19, 201741 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 7: Say the Liiine...

Brutal Batman, cheesy catchphrases and Lando Calrissian start us off with another exciting week of the show! Can The Bat overcome the problems of his awkward cowl and defeat the crooks? Will Lando clean up the (cloud) city? Tune in to find out, folks! The next episode follows on Wednesday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 17, 201739 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 6: Impressive Wingspan

The week ends with drama, vampirism and a vicious Bat Beatdown! Can these crooks survive the onslaught, or will they face the same fate as Johnny Gobs? Will we even find out within the time span of one minute? The only way to know is to tune in, Bat fans! The next episode follows on Monday! Same Bat Pod, different Bat Minute!

Jul 14, 201744 min

Bat Minute '89 - Minute 5: Shadow of the Bat

CRIME! SHENANIGANS! Biggs is taken out from behind once more. This time, however, he's been robbed! Will the crooks escape with the loot? One thinks so, while the other worries about a mysterious 'Bat'. Could this be the Bat MAN from the title? The only way to be sure is to tune in, Bat Fans! The next episode follows on Friday!

Jul 12, 201735 min
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