# Batman on The No Agenda Show

Batman comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from August 2012 to January 2022.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** August 2012 – January 2022
- **Related topics:** [Audio Analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-analysis.md), [Aurora](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aurora.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/biden.md), [Bill De Blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), [Blackmail](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/blackmail.md), [Career](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/career.md), [Colorado](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/colorado.md), [Dc Comics](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dc-comics.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Michael Keaton, Return to Batman Role

- **Episode:** [1417: Get Boris!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1417-get-boris.md)
- **Published:** 2022-01-16
- **Time:** 2:40:59–2:42:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1417-get-boris/chapter/michael-keaton-return-to-batman-role.md

Actor Michael Keaton discussed his return to the role of Batman in an interview with Variety. Keaton noted that he originally left the franchise because he found the work boring, but is now intrigued by how the superhero genre and society have changed over thirty years. The hosts view this as part of a broader cultural trend of "going back" to previous eras.

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### Podcast Art Controversy, Dead Puppies Title

- **Episode:** [1377: R9X](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1377-r9x.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-29
- **Time:** 1:25:22–1:29:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1377-r9x/chapter/podcast-art-controversy-dead-puppies-title.md

The artwork for episode 1376, featuring a Batman-themed parody of the Kabul withdrawal, sparked controversy for being in "poor taste." The episode title "Dead Puppies" referred to reports of Australian officials killing rescue dogs to prevent travel during COVID-19 lockdowns. The hosts defend the use of provocative art as a means of evoking emotional responses to current events.

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### Nashville Bombing Audio Analysis and Evacuation Warnings

- **Episode:** [1307: de-googling](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1307-de-googling.md)
- **Published:** 2020-12-31
- **Time:** 17:45–25:30
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1307-de-googling/chapter/nashville-bombing-audio-analysis-and-evacuation-warnings.md

The RV involved in the Nashville bombing broadcast a professional-sounding recorded evacuation warning via a megaphone system before the blast. Analysis of the audio suggests a high level of preparation, with some observers claiming to hear hidden messages like "Merry Christmas" when the recording is played in reverse. The targeted AT&T "Batman Building" is noted for its 33-story height and location at 333 Commerce Street.

Keywords: evacuation warning, [megaphone](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/megaphone.md), [audio analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/audio-analysis.md), reverse audio, batman building

### DC Comics Batman Joker Series No Agenda Easter Eggs

- **Episode:** [1261: Infodemic](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-19
- **Time:** 1:14:56–1:18:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1261-infodemic/chapter/dc-comics-batman-joker-series-no-agenda-easter-eggs.md

A comic book artist for DC Comics revealed that he has hidden "No Agenda" Easter eggs and graffiti in a high-profile Batman/Joker series launching in August 2020. One variant cover features the Joker with a bomb displaying the "magic number" 33 on the clock face. The artist intends these inclusions as a tribute to the show and its "value for value" model.

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### New York City Crime Surge and Plainclothes Unit Dissolution

- **Episode:** [1257: Doggy DNA](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1257-doggy-dna.md)
- **Published:** 2020-07-05
- **Time:** 59:32–1:03:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1257-doggy-dna/chapter/new-york-city-crime-surge-and-plainclothes-unit-dissolution.md

The dissolution of New York City's plainclothes anti-crime unit has reportedly led to a surge in violent crime and "cowboy" behavior by criminals. A local YouTuber described a breakdown in quality of life, with blocks full of people partying and gunshots being confused with fireworks. Critics argue Mayor Bill de Blasio is oblivious to the reality of the neighborhoods while pursuing academic social theories.

Keywords: [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), [bill de blasio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bill-de-blasio.md), anti-crime unit, felonies, [gun violence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gun-violence.md), [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md)

### Starship Troopers, Military Service and Citizenship

- **Episode:** [1020: Undercount of Color](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1020-undercount-of-color.md)
- **Published:** 2018-03-29
- **Time:** 2:08:06–2:12:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1020-undercount-of-color/chapter/starship-troopers-military-service-and-citizenship.md

Referencing the movie Starship Troopers, the hosts discuss the concept of earning citizenship through military service. They argue that immigrants who serve in the US Army should be granted automatic citizenship upon discharge. The segment includes a look at dictionary definitions of "citizen" and how the term is used to distinguish civilians from state servants.

Keywords: [starship troopers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/starship-troopers.md), [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md), [military service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-service.md), [merriam-webster](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/merriam-webster.md), [immigration reform](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/immigration-reform.md)

### Guess the Movie, The Dark Knight Rises

- **Episode:** [985: Clip Job](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job.md)
- **Published:** 2017-11-26
- **Time:** 1:36:48–1:38:26
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job/chapter/guess-the-movie-the-dark-knight-rises.md

Adam Curry attempts to guess a movie from a Spanish-dubbed clip mentioning Selina Kyle. He correctly identifies it as The Dark Knight Rises. The hosts briefly discuss the "Inspire" magazine and the difficulty of being "radicalized" by such propaganda.

Keywords: the dark knight rises, selina kyle, [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md), [movie quiz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/movie-quiz.md), spanish dub

### Batman Theme Remix, Predator Drones Warning

- **Episode:** [947: Mix Tape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape.md)
- **Published:** 2017-07-16
- **Time:** 1:35:59–1:41:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/947-mix-tape/chapter/batman-theme-remix-predator-drones-warning.md

A high-energy remix combines the 1960s Batman theme with Barack Obama's voice. The audio warns about "predator drones" that "you will never see coming," set to a techno beat.

Keywords: [batman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/batman.md), batmobile, [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [predator drones](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predator-drones.md), [techno](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/techno.md)

### Conspiracy Theories and National Security Letters, Batman Movie Map

- **Episode:** [472: Conheads in Mexico](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico.md)
- **Published:** 2012-12-23
- **Time:** 1:42:14–1:44:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/472-conheads-in-mexico/chapter/conspiracy-theories-and-national-security-letters-batman-movie-map.md

The hosts discuss various fringe theories, including a map in the *Dark Knight Rises* movie that allegedly references Sandy Hook. They transition into a serious discussion on National Security Letters (NSLs), which allow the government to silence individuals under threat of imprisonment. They suggest such tools could be used to manage the narrative of major national events.

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### James Holmes, Batman Movie Massacre, Hannibal Lecter Mask

- **Episode:** [431: Excited Delerium](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium.md)
- **Published:** 2012-08-02
- **Time:** 1:27:43–1:32:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/431-excited-delerium/chapter/james-holmes-batman-movie-massacre-hannibal-lecter-mask.md

James Holmes, the suspect in the Aurora movie theater shooting, is being demonized in the media with comparisons to Hannibal Lecter. Reports indicate he is forced to wear a "spit mask" in jail, and a judge has banned cameras from future court proceedings. A separate incident in Miami involved a man causing a panic in a theater by wearing black gloves and shouting "This is it."

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