The Bat-Signal lit up the sky because one Jersey kid had a vision: bring a darker, more human Batman to the big screen. In this episode, Michael Uslan—the executive producer behind every Batman film since 1989—shares how his childhood love for comics sparked a cinematic revolution.

Uslan takes us from Ocean Township to Hollywood, revealing how a decade of rejection, a strategic law degree, and one groundbreaking partnership with Tim Burton helped erase the campy legacy of the 1960s Batman. Hear behind-the-scenes stories about Jack Nicholson’s Joker, the uproar over Michael Keaton’s casting, and the marketing blitz that created full-blown “Batmania.”

Now chairman of the New Jersey Film Commission and with his memoir headed to Broadway, Uslan reflects on Batman’s lasting legacy—and the heartwarming moment a group of West Point cadets turned his story into their own battle cry.

"The Boy Who Loved Batman" book

New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission

New Jersey Hall of Fame Class of 2025!

The Dark Knight is #28 on the New York Times Best Movies List

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Tune in to our talk with acclaimed author Warren Zanes about his road to writing music biographies, including his outstanding book, "Deliver Me from Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen’s Nebraska.” Film adaptation will be released in October 2025 with a roster of superstars including Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, and Stephen Gram.

The album "Nebraska" was recorded by Springsteen on a simple cassette recorder, with just his guitar and harmonica, in Colts Neck, NJ. It was an industry-shocking release after his four massive studio album successes.

In this conversation, why led Warren to write this book. And explore Warren’s experiences as a young rock musician in the band The Del Fuegos, his time at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and his transition into an acclaimed author.

His fascinating journey sheds light on his writing approach and storytelling abilities, as well as the profound impact that the album had on Warren and on The Boss himself.

Episode Topics:
🎸 Warren Zanes
🎸Bruce Springsteen
🎸 Nebraska Album
🎸 The Del Fuegos
🎸 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
🎸 The Band Experience
📚 School, Bikes, and Muppets


Links
Amazon
Deliver Me from Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska

Watchung Book Sellers
https://www.watchungbooksellers.com/item/DayRjyMnwHknVSlRk5DuKQ

CBS Morning News: See the room where Nebraska was recorded.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bruce-springsteen-on-nebraska-and-the-emergence-of-springsteen-the-poet/

Keywords: Bruce Springsteen, Nebraska, Music Legends, Warren Zanes, Authors, New Books, Rock, Biographies

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🎙️ Finding Strength, Community, and Purpose in Disability Parenting

When Alma Schneider moved from a bustling apartment in New York City to suburban New Jersey, she didn’t expect to feel adrift. But after her son was diagnosed with disabilities, the shift in identity was both profound and isolating. In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Lost in Jersey, Alma shares how one conversation—a friend encouraging her to reconnect with her creativity—sparked a movement that has transformed lives.

That first spark led to the creation of 1 in 6 Support, a growing organization that offers connection, advocacy, and practical resources for families raising children with disabilities. What began as a casual coffee group is now a vital network helping parents navigate challenges that are too often faced in silence—from mental health crises to behavioral struggles.

Alma speaks candidly about the realities of parenting a child with disabilities and how community support can be a lifeline. Through events like Mother’s Day pampering day, Disability Pride Parade, and advocacy for inclusive hiring, 1 in 6 Support is reshaping how we talk about—and show up for—families with special needs.

Whether you’re a parent, an ally, or someone looking to better understand this experience, Alma’s story offers insight, hope, and a reminder that no one should have to do this alone.

🌐 Learn more at 1in6support.org
💬 “One in six children. One in three families. Together, we can do more.”

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• Parents Who Rock
• Le Souk
• Sankofa Cafe
• Dhamaal

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