Feathers And Foes: A Bird's Of Prey Podcast

Batgirl and the Birds of Prey, written by Julie Benson and Shawna Benson, are embarking on perhaps the last story arc by these two writers.  Mark, Sarah, and Ashford discuss this intense story arc opener.   Batgirl has hacked into the Calculator's computer system, extracting his database to prevent crimes before they happen.  Although Barbara is trying to do the greater good, perhaps she is placing her loved ones in harms way.  

The final contribution to the Bruce Wayne Murder crossover by the Birds of Prey...well, for Feathers and Foes: A Birds of Prey podcast.  Oracle is so close to proving that Bruce is innocent, and Black Canary may have to get her Marty McFly on with Doctor Orenstein.  Yes, he is back.  Tachyon Particles!  In addition, Death Stroke has returned, so it definitely isn't safe any more.  Protect Your Neck!!!!

The Wright On Network interviews Diane, master of the www.helenawaynehuntress.com website.  Diane discusses the 40 years of the character's existence.  Be sure to visit her site, as she is a wonderful custodian of the character.   Follow Diane on Twitter @HelenaWayneBlog   What do you think about Helena Wayne?  How would you like to see her portrayed in the comics?  Contact us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com www.wrightonnetwork.com or Twitter at @feathersandfoes

Finally, we have reached the issue where we get to discuss the backstory of why Power Girl has had beef with The Oracle.  Yep, we are interrupting the Bruce Wayne Fugitive saga with this back story between the early days of Barbara Gordon and Power Girl.  Yes, before there was Oracle and Black Canary, this could have been the team; however, with plans sinking like a ship, these two have never been the same.    

Yes, the Birds are in Paris, but this is not a love story.  Well, actually...this is a love story between the reader and creators.  This is a rocking story, Batgirl and the Birds of Prey 18 is.  We have Spyral, Paris, future tech, a connection with other books in the DCU, and the Birds of Prey!   When Huntress is propositioned a case in Paris from Tiger, a player in the Spyral organization, which Huntress used to be apart of before joining the BOP, she recruits the Birds of Prey to come along.  As it happens, Barbara Gordon was in route to the City of Lights for a Tech Talk, and we all know Black Canary is down for whatever, so how can we not love this bottle issue? HAP-E, we are!     Contact us on Twitter @feathersandfoes or e-mail us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com

The Saga Continues with this whole Bruce Wayne being accused of murder, and now he is on the run.  Displaying loyalty, and ensuring that justice is done, Barbara Gordon is still on the case.  She commissions Black Canary to rob a bank in broad daylight, which Black Canary obliges, for she is also displaying loyalty to The Oracle.  

Julie and Shawna Benson are back with the finale of this 3-Part Story Arc with Roge Antonio on pencils.  The Daughters of Gotham are not playing around with the males in Batgirl's city.  As convincing as the D.O.G. are with their sales pitch, Batgirl and the Extended Birds of Prey are not buying.   What do you think about the finale and the story arc as a whole?  This is the last story of the year.  Did it end the year with a bang?  Ashford believes that this is one of the most interesting villains in Gotham that needed some more story.  For all intense and purposes, the Daughters of Gotham achieved their goal.  Too bad the best heroes in Gotham happen to be featured in this title.  Bam!!      

Birds of Prey 40 is a second tie-end with the Bruce Wayne Murderer saga.  Babs, Dinah, and Stephanie Brown are trying to solve this murky case while helping Stephanie with her personal problems at home.  Even though saving Batman from the legal system and himself is a first priority, the Birds are still about helping the unforgotten, the luck ran out, the left for dead.   And in the B-Plot Story line, Ted Kord is suffering from a weak heart, and not just from losing out on a chance to date Babs, but literally having cardiovascular issues.  What's a Bird to do...

Bruce Wayne: Murderer!  Yep, Bruce Wayne is wanted for murder, and the Birds are on the job.  We are covering issue 39, and Laurel, also known as MtnFlwr1 on Twitter is helping us out with the summary of not only Issue 39, but the events leading to the issue.   Contact us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com Twitter: @feathersandfoes Contact Laurel @MtnFlwr1 on Twitter.  She's awesome!  

Sarah, or @helenadinah on Twitter joins Ashford for this Wright On Network presents: The Justice League movie.  Although both podcasters enjoyed the movie to pieces, they are still aware of the flaws and are not afraid to talk about it. What did you think of the Justice League movie?  Where do you think the DCEU is going?  Do you agree with the direction?  As fans, do we need to fight to get the Zach Snyder cut?   E-Mail us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com or twitter - @feathersandfoes Thank you for listening.  

Issue 38 of Birds of Prey is half one shot/half origin story, but one thing is for certain, it is back to basics.  Yes, Oracle in the chair, and Black Canary in the field.  Together again...well together via comm links.   New Future Tech is going down at a company that may cause terrorist like espionage, and Black Canary is there to make sure that doesn't happen.  Listen to Mark and Ashford thoughts about the issue that is the dawn before the Batman Murderer crossover, which we are really excited about to tell you the truth.  Sorry, I didn't want to end the sentence with about.  Like I did right there.  You know, ending sentences with prepositions and the like.  I'm rambling. Please contact us via e-mail at feathersandfoes@gmail.com Twitter: @feathersandfoes If you would like to donate to the show to help us pay our fees, please visit: www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork  

The Benson sisters have something to say with the Manslaughter story arc.  Ripped right out of today's headlines, the themes and issues covered in this book are relevant to all the scandals going on in the media.  As much as we want to be entertained by our entertainment, there are times where entertainment has a responsibility to comment on the social issues of today, yesterday, and tomorrow.   The Daughters of Gotham, a terrorist organization, primed and ready to rid Gotham of the adult male population are ready to do whatever it takes by any means necessary to accomplish their goals.  Can the Birds and Company stop this organization in time?   Tell us what you think about issue 16.  What are you predicting will happen in the next issue?  feathersandfoes@gmail.com Donate to the show at www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork  

  "Never met a wise man/if so it's a woman" Kurt Kobain shouted that lyric on the song Territorial Pissing.  The wise women of Gotham and beyond must find a cure fast in order to save the men of Gotham.  The Benson sisters, Shawna and Julie, craft an excellent beginning opener, sprinkled with guest stars, suspense, and mystery.  Roge Antonio created some great scenes of horror, and the reveal at the end, which is spoiled by the cover, but is still bad "behind", is worth the price of admission.  Please e-mail us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com We would like to hear from you. If you would like to contribute to the show, please go to www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork.com 

Blue Beetle and Robin join the Birds of Prey this issue to assist with capturing the remaining criminals who not only escaped from prison, but was also Jokerized.  Yep, this is kind of the aftermath of the crossover event, Joker's Last Laugh. And the other side of town, Oracle is trying to coach Dick Greyson, who is still ashamed of himself and brooding because he attempted to murder the Joker. Mark and Ashford really enjoyed this one.  Guys, the Condiment King is in this one...and he is not playing around with the Birds and Gotham. feathersandfoes@gmail.com  

Helena, Black Canary, and a group of high school kids are on a bus. Destination: Out of City Limits.  Yep, this sponsored school trip is taking this motley crew to a site where the students can learn more about their hometown's history.  Hopefully, nothing in the woods will make these present day school children history.   Meanwhile we have Barbara Gordon playing dual roles as Oracle and Batgirl.  Special guests are invited in this issue as well.  So get your ingredients for smores, weenies, and sleeping bags, for ghost stories around the campfire are what's up for Batgirl and the Birds of Prey 14.  e-mail us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com Click the link below to read the Wizard Con article about the effects of how the current hurricanes affect local comic book stores. http://wizardworld.com/wizard/how-your-local-comic-shop-survives-a-hurricane If you would like to donate to the show, please visit the site: www.patreon.com/wrightonnetwork     

  This episode is about Greg Rucka's Huntress: Cry for Blood.  This is a special one.  The Lovely Ladies at the Girl's Interrupting podcast joined Mark and Ashford to discuss this magnificent mini-series.   You can reach them on twitter @theNOTLG @EmmyHildy @FoxyMsMoxie @Shelbster @PostivelyB.   This episode is not suitable for work.  Choice language is being used in this episode. E-mail us @ feathersandfoes@gmail.com 

Ride the Snake!  This is the best part of the trip. This is the trip, the best part.  Sorry, Jim Morrison said that...I couldn't help myself.  Black Canary is on the run in the slab!  Yep, a penitentiary that is holding the crazy of the crazies, and I am not using the term lightly. Some of this comes off as a dream sequence.  Black Canary is able to display her cunning, athletic prowess, martial arts, and leading lady ability all in this one book.   Join us as we discuss Chuck Dixon's Caged Canary.   We mentioned that my cousin, who is a wonderful artist named David Anderson, has a Go Fund Me Account.  Search Harvey Relief for David, or David Anderson  He just wants to create art again.  Look for a new logo for the network from David soon. Also, a local comic book store outside of Houston called Space Cadets Collection Collection is doing a fundraiser to help families affected by Harvey.  They have an auction going on throughout the month of September.  They have a Facebook page.  Or visit the webpage www.sp

Black Canary, Batgirl, Poison Ivy, Catwoman, and The Huntress are all in this action packed story by Julie and Shawna Benson.  There is a lot of buzz going around about corporate greed, and Poison Ivy is seeing green with anger.  Can the Birds talk her out of making an irreversible decision?  Will Gus be able to break free from Calculator's blackmail?

Finally, the conclusion of The Big Romance between Black Canary and Ra's Al Ghul.  You heard right.  Chuck Dixon chose to have Black Canary leave one wonky romance with a pre-Columbian explorer to getting back to the present and falling for the Demon.  Only Dinah, right?  This issue has a "No Take Back" that you are not going to forget.   Joining Feathers and Foes this time around is Ryan Daly of the Power of Fishnets podcast over on the Fire and Water Podcast Network.   Visit us on www.wrightonnetwork.com Twitter: @feathersandfoes Facebook: Feathers and Foes email: www.feathersandfoes@gmail.com     

  Black Canary and Ra's Al Ghul's relationship is coming to an end, which is a good thing.  Unfortunately, this may be curtains for our hero, The Black Canary, unless Oracle and crew can come to the rescue.  Desperate measures will be the only option to save Dinah, and you are not going to believe what the solution is until you read this issue.  You are going to want to hear this one for sure.   Contact us at feathersandfoes@gmail.com Twitter @feathersandfoes www.wrightonnetwork.com