Encore Episode: What Do Batman and Ruben Rivers Have in Common?

Comic book writer Chuck Dixon has written more issues of comic books than any other living writer today, most notably telling the stories of superheroes Batman, Robin, The Punisher and John Rambo. But his work on AUSA’s Medal of Honor comic series has allowed him to bring historical heroes to life to incredible effect. In this very special encore episode, hosts LTG (Ret.) Leslie C. Smith and SMA (Ret.) Dan Dailey sit down with Dixon to discuss his 2024 comic Medal of Honor: Ruben Rivers, how a comic book is actually created, and they agree that a visit from the taxman can be the best form of artistic inspiration. Note: This episode also features an update with the latest Medal of Honor comic from Dixon and the AUSA team. Guest: Chuck Dixon, Fictioneer & Comic Book Writer Central Michigan General and Flag Officer Event Links: General and Flag Officer Leadership Symposium Webpage: General and Flag Officer Leadership Symposium Livestream Link: Has a member of the Army positively changed your life? Now is your chance to thank them publicly with a shoutout via our Hooah Hotline and have it possibly appear on an upcoming episode of AUSA’s Army Matters podcast! AUSA’s Army Matters podcast can also be heard on Wreaths Across America Radio on Monday at 8 pm Eastern. You can find Wreaths Across America Radio on the iHeart Radio app, the Audacy app, and the TuneIn app. Search the word Wreath. Donate: If you are interested in supporting AUSA’s educational programs, such as this podcast, please visit Feedback: How are we doing? Email us at podcast@ausa.org. Disclaimer: AUSA’s Army Matters podcast primary purpose is to entertain. The podcast does not constitute advice or services. While guests are invited to listen, listeners please note that you are not being provided professional advice from the podcast or the guests. The views and opinions of our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of AUSA.

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Encore Episode: What Do Batman and Ruben Rivers Have in Common? is an episode from AUSA’s Army Matters Podcast by Assn. of the United States Army.

This episode is 25:25 long.

This episode was published on Aug 27, 2025.

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