Episodes 54
Avg. Duration 1h 7m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.5 (6)
Since May 2024
Latest Episode Mar 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Monthly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
58%
Hosting
anchor.fm

About This Podcast

A celebration of the comic book, a truly original American art form.

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Recent Episodes

Batman, Batman Returns

Mar 26, 2026 1h 5m

The boys examine the Burton/Keaton Batman films.

Batman 1966: 60th Anniversary

Mar 12, 2026 1h 7m

The boys observe the 60th anniversary of the greatest Batman of all time, Batman! More commonly known as Batman 66. In an interesting juxtaposition, Phil RetroActively reviews Batman: Gotham by…

The Panel Scanners: Episode 236

Feb 19, 2026 2h

Calling a last minute audible at the line, abandoning their planned Batman '66 celebration until the full gang is present, Gary and Darren cover the news that happened While We Were Away and…

WLFT 2026

Jan 15, 2026 1h 29m

Gary, Mark, and Phil talk about some things that happened while they were away then talk about the top ten things (with some bonuses) of what they are looking forward to in the year 2026!Don't forget…

S11E234 The 2025 SCANNY AWARDS

Dec 31, 2025 1h 15m

Phil, Gary and Mark hand out the awards for their favorite properties of screen and print from 2025 (and 2024 because Gary can't follow instructions).

Holiday Special 2025 - Part 2

Dec 22, 2025 1h 18m

More Muppety madness in the vein of proposed Hollywood remakes using those lovable puppets.

Holiday Special 2025 - Episode 232

Dec 02, 2025 48m

Plenty of exciting news, then the guys dive into a new round of remakes they'd like to see from Hollywood...if they're made with Muppets.

The Panel Scanners Episode 229

Oct 23, 2025 55m

Darren, Gary, and Phil continue their discussion of their top 5 favorite Batman Begins moments to continue the celebration of the 20th anniversary. Then, the guys discuss upcoming Batman specials and…

The Panel Scanners Episode 228

Oct 23, 2025 1h 5m

Darren, Gary, and Phil discuss what happened while they were away from the podcast and then discuss Batman Begins to celebrate its 20th anniversary and their 10-6 favorite moments from the film.

Top 10 Non WIlliams Themes

Sep 14, 2025 42m

Mark & Darren discuss their favorite themes NOT written by John WIlliams. The Non Williams themes, if you will.

Indiana Jones Special

Sep 14, 2025 1h 4m

Mark and Darren discuss Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and how it could change the landscape for Indy's future adventures.

S13E227 The Panel Scanners Episode 227b: Back To The Future Special: Part 2

Aug 29, 2025 1h

Darren, Phil and Gary wrap up their tribute to the 1985 film Back To The Future as it celebrates its 40th Anniversary by counting down their top 5 favorite moments from the film. Then, just for a…

S13E227 Episode 227a: Back To The Future Special: Part 1

Aug 22, 2025 1h 14m

Darren recounts his visit to the legendary Mile High Comics and then Gary and Phil join him go over all the news worth knowing that happened While We Were Away. The fellas dive into their 10 thru 6…

S13 Jaws 50th Anniversary Special

Aug 15, 2025 1h 9m

Mark and Darren observe the 50th Anniversary of the original summer blockbuster, Jaws. They provide some historical context in terms of where Jaws truly stands in the all time box office returns…

S13E226 Who's Your Superman

Jul 18, 2025 1h 27m

Phil, and Darren catch up with all the news that really matters to you with While We Were Away. Then, the Wonder Twins dive into their ten favorite portrayals of Superman.

Superman Special (2018)

Jul 17, 2025 1h 9m

A repost of our 2018 Superman Special.

The Panel Scanners Episode 224

Jun 25, 2025 1h 56m

Darren, Phil and Gary go over all the news that happened While We Were Away and Phil does a retro-review of Sean Murphy's "Punk Rock Jesus"

The Panel Scanners Episode #223

May 16, 2025 1h 42m

Gary, Mark and Darren go over all the things that happened While We Were Away and Mark questions his life decisions while retro-reviewing the film "Green Lantern".

The Panel Scanners Episode 222

Apr 18, 2025 1h 14m

Who's Your Doctor? Gary and Mark do their best impressions of a fly on the wall while Phil and Darren dig deep into their favorite incarnations of The Doctor (the Doctor Who kind, not practicing…

The Panel Scanners Episode 221

Mar 13, 2025 1h 5m

Phil and Gary talk about some things that happened while we were away and then Gary wows with a retro review of "V For Vendetta" which is way too appropriate for the now.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Panel Scanners have?

The Panel Scanners has published 54 episodes since May 2024, covering topics in Hobbies, Leisure.

Is The Panel Scanners still active?

The Panel Scanners is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 1h 7m.

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