On this episode of Beyond the Bat Signal, we dive into the chilling history of Arkham Asylum, Gotham’s infamous institution for the criminally insane. Discover the tragic story of its founder, Amadeus Arkham, whose vision of healing was corrupted by personal loss and madness. We’ll explore key comic arcs like A Serious House on Serious Earth and Knightfall, where Arkham’s dark legacy takes center stage. Finally, we’ll unpack the asylum’s deeper symbolism as a mirror of Gotham’s flaws and a haunting reflection of Batman’s own psyche. Step into the shadows with us as we unravel the twisted heart of Gotham City. Listen in and enjoy the Bat-Talk! Send an email Beyond the Bat Signal for any comments or questions at: beyondthebatsignal@gmail.com You can follow Beyond the Bat Signal on X / Twitter: @beyondbatsignal Subscribe to Beyond the Bat Signal on the YouTube Channel Podcast Website: https://beyondthebatsignal.podbean.com/ Please listen, rate, review, and subscribe on: Apple Podcast / iHeartRadio / Spotify / AmazonMusic Show Introduction: Rise of the Legends by Infraction Outro: Joker & Batman by No Copyright Song Channel Thank you very much for listening!