37: Batman 66

December 11, 2025 01:03:34 Episode 37

Brian watches Batman '66 for the first time starring Adam West and Burt Ward. Alex reads us in on what William Dozier, Bob Kane, Lorenzo Semple Jr., and more said about the debut of the show. We also chat about Pop Art, Camp Humor, and the social moment that led to the show.

 

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00:00 Batman on Ice

03:26 Serial Screenings

06:56 Batman Falls Off

08:00 Superman on TV

10:00 Failed CBS Show

12:25 Showrunning Batman 66

16:09 The 1960s

18:20 Pop Art

19:33 Camp Humor

27:37 After the Show

51:25 Ratings and Reception

53:31 Bat Fans

54:42 Bob Kane