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Last time we did a “Replacements” episode, we looked at the various Robins. This time, we dive deep in on his mentor, and look at all the people who have been the official Batman in the regular DCU. There’s a little crossover between the two, so if you haven’t listened to Episode 58, I recommend doing so first.

The one true original Batman. (Almost) never replaceable!

The CCO of Marvel probably still gets character payments for this DC character. I’m betting someone is annoyed at that.

It was the 90s. The thigh belt was apparently mandatory then.

How did he stuff that mullet under the cowl without it bugging him?

Nananananananana…Bunnyman! (Even Gordon himself commented on this in the comics)

In this recurring feature, we look at the various heroes that have replaced the original, and what happens to them after their tenure is over. Maybe it’s because he’s a sidekick and not (usually) a solo hero, but Robin is one of the few cases where the original never actually came back. Instead, we’ve had a parade of Robins, which we’ll discuss in this episode.

Some of you Dark Knight Returns fans may ask where Carrie Kelly is. However, with these “Replacements” episodes, I only stick to what is in mainstream continuity, and Carrie has never been Robin in the main DC Universe, which is why she is not included, and Stephanie gets the “first female Robin” title.

Pretty soon, Dick will have spent more publishing time in this costume than he did as Robin.

Spoilers: The answer is “No.” (But later, “Yes.”)

Featuring a new innovation for Robins…pants!

Jason Todd also wore this costume verrrrry briefly, but it’s most associated with Tim in this continuity.

Stephanie is also the only Robin to have a previous vigilante codename…Spoiler.

…and then forgotten. (Sorry Steph, you apparently didn’t make the cut for the Robin family photo.)

Episode 68: The Replacements - Batman

Episode 58: The Replacements - Robin