Burt Ward Interview: Original Batman & Adam West Stories, Dog Rescue | David A.R. White Podcast

About this episode

Holy podcast, Batman! The one and only Boy Wonder is here!
Legendary actor Burt Ward (original Robin/Dick Grayson in the iconic 1966 Batman TV series, voice of Robin in animations, co-founder of Gentle Giants Rescue) teams up with David A.R. White (God’s Not Dead, Pure Flix) for a pow-packed, nostalgic, and heartwarming episode of The White House Pod – Dare to Dream!

The original Dynamic Duo sidekick shares:

Wild behind-the-scenes adventures on Batman: Fighting villains with Adam West, the famous “POW!” effects, and cape malfunctions

Priceless Adam West stories & why their partnership was truly legendary

Voicing young Robin in animated Batman projects for decades

His superhero life off-screen: Co-founding Gentle Giants Rescue and saving thousands of giant breed dogs with his wife Tracy

Overcoming Hollywood challenges, staying positive, and living with purpose

Faith, family, and daring to dream bigger – even at 80+!

If you grew up yelling “Holy [anything], Batman!”, love classic TV nostalgia, dog rescue heroes, or just need a dose of pure inspiration – this episode will have you shouting “To the Batmobile!” with joy!

Timestamps:
00:00 – Burt’s “Holy!” epic intro
02:20 – Landing Robin & first days with Adam West
08:40 – Funniest Batman fight scenes & bloopers
14:10 – Adam West memories that’ll warm your heart
20:30 – Voicing Robin across generations
27:15 – Gentle Giants Rescue: Saving giant dogs
34:50 – Faith journey & life lessons
41:20 – What Burt’s up to in 2026
47:00 – Rapid-fire: Favorite villain, best gadget, dare to dream

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