When coming up with a possible name for himself, Brandon says "Quake Boy, Earth-Force, Geo...." Before being cut off by Jennifer. This is a reference to the Markovian-based Superhero Brion Markov/Geo-Force, who has similar powers to Brandon. Geo-Force is a close ally of Black Lightning, being a prominent member of the Outsiders and the Justice League. There is also a DC Character named Quake Kid who's a member of the Legion of Superheroes.
Agent Odell is revealed to live in Gotham City. Coincidentally James Remar guest-starred on the DC Fox show Gotham (2014) as Frank Gordon, the uncle to James Gordon.