Matthew Fox has been passionate about deep conversations about genre media since childhood, when watching the original Star Trek series with their mother often led to discussions about the ethical questions it raised.
Beyond podcasting, Matthew helps run a small nonprofit dedicated to breaking down barriers to computer science education for youth and also provides consulting services for nonprofits and small businesses.
Over time, their podcasting interests have expanded, launching a Star Wars-focused podcast in 2019 and frequently appearing as a guest or co-host on PandaVision and other shows. While ethical questions are not always the primary focus of their work, Matthew has a knack for finding them in nearly everything they watch.
They are the host and founder of both Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics on TruStory FM.
It’s been 10 years since Karl Urban kept his mask on for the entire film, but the questions that this story about police acting as judge, jury, and executioner raises continue to be relevant today. We talk about the movie, the moral issues it raises, and how Karl Urban’s grunting paved the way for Pedro Pascal’s silent acting in The Mandalorian.
Erin McGowan and I delve into The Bad Batch, focusing on the first two episodes of season 2. For more information on the Unwhitewash The Bad Batch initiative,
Matthew and Paul talk about stuff they watched in 2022, as well as the future and history of Superhero Ethics.
As we eagerly count down to the premiere of The Bad Batch Season 2, we’re taking a look back at the pivotal characters and storylines from Season
What happens when you mix Hebrew & Greco-Roman ideas of divinity into a single mythology? How does a story of a blessing for all become a centerpiece of consumerism? Professor Matthew Kappel joins me to talk about the Jesus birth narrative through the lens of mythology.
In this episode, Erin McGowan and I delve into the first season of Star Wars Resistance. We discuss the main characters and their transformative journeys, as
What exactly is critical theory, and how can it serve as a lens through which we examine the superhero and science fiction narratives that captivate us?
Join Matthew and Paul on a comprehensive journey through all things Star Wars from the year 2022. In Episode One of this two-part series, we dive into
As we eagerly anticipate the release of the new Willow series, we turn back the clock to the 1980s to revisit the original fantasy classic, Willow. Joining me are Mark Garkusha, Ashley Coffin, and first-timer Katy O’Leary Brennan. Together, we reminisce about the film’s epic storytelling, Val Kilmer’s memorable wardrobe choices, and the reasons Willow holds a special place in our childhood memories.
We’re excited to welcome Ahsoka cosplayer and Star Wars superfan Erin McGowan to join Paul and myself for an engaging discussion on Andor and Ahsoka, as well as