Dive deep into the shadows of Gotham as Geek History Lesson embarks on a gripping journey through Batman's Dark Age—spanning from 1985 to 2000. This era redefined the Caped Crusader, courtesy of visionary creators like Frank Miller, whose "The Dark Knight Returns" brought a gritty realism to Bruce Wayne's world. Alongside Alan Moore's "The Killing Joke," which delved into the twisted psyche of the Joker, and Grant Morrison's innovative narratives in "Arkham Asylum," these stories sculpted a darker, more complex Batman. This period ushered in a renaissance of the Dark Knight, transforming him into a symbol of vigilante justice steeped in moral ambiguity, setting the stage for Batman’s evolution for years to come. Time to listen to Batman's Dark Age! For exclusive bonus podcasts like our Justice League Review show, GHL Extra & Livestreams with the hosts, join the Geek History Lesson Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/Jawiin GHL RECOMMENDED READING from this episode► https://www.geekhistorylesson.com/recommendedreading FOLLOW GHL► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geekhistorylesson Threads: https://www.threads.net/@geekhistorylesson Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@geekhistorylesson Twitter: https://twitter.com/GHLPodcast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/geekhistorylesson Get Your GHL Pin: https://geekhistorylesson.etsy.com You can follow Ashley at https://twitter.com/Ashleyvrobinson or https://www.ashleyvictoriarobinson.com/ Follow Jason at https://twitter.com/Jawiin or https://www.jasoninman.com/ Thanks for showing up to class today. Class is dismissed!