Meet Your Host

Matthew Fox

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, and co-host of Once and Future Parent on TruStory FM.

Marvel Movie Minute Season Four: Thor • Minute 77

Thor 077: Who’s More Grim, Hogun or Heimdall?

January 18, 2022

In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ Hogun opens his mouth again to say they have to find Thor, and it turns out Heimdall’s been watching as he calls them to his observatory where he reveals they’re on the same side. He then walks out, ‘keys in the ignition’ of the observatory, opening the Bifrost to Midgard. Miles Stokes and Elisabeth Allie from the podcast Thor: The Lightning and the Storm join us on the show all week. Tune in!

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Marvel Movie Minute Season Four: Thor • Minute 76

Thor 076: Who Else Can Stress Eat Like Volstagg?

January 17, 2022

In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ Thor and Jane finish their rooftop chat about the Realms very chastely, and Fandral berates Volstagg for his stress eating. Miles Stokes and Elisabeth Allie from the podcast Thor: The Lightning and the Storm join us on the show all week. Tune in!

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Marvel Movie Minute Season Four: Thor • Minute 75

Thor 075: What Grade Did Thor Get in Asgardian Art Class?

January 14, 2022

In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ Thor tells Jane she’s right then demonstrates with his art skills, trying to show her Yggdrasil and how the realms connect. He also misprounces Hubble adoringly. Bubbawheat from the Flights, Tights and Movie Nights podcast joins us on this episode!

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Marvel Movie Minute Season Four: Thor • Minute 74

Thor 074: How Many RomCom Tropes Can They Squeeze Into This Minute?

January 13, 2022

In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ it’s romance on the roof! Jane and Thor have a delightfully romantic conversation by the fire pit on the roof of Smith Motors. Thor gives Jane her journal that he retrieved from the SHIELD Crater Base, but Jane mopes about how they’ll never let her research see the light of day. Bubbawheat from the Flights, Tights and Movie Nights podcast joins us on this episode!

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Golden Ethics: A Betty White Tribute

January 11, 2022

In this special episode, we honor the incomparable Betty White and the cultural touchstone that is The Golden Girls. We examine the show’s groundbreaking treatment of social issues that were ahead of its time—racism, sexism, ageism, animal rights, and sexuality—and discuss its enduring relevance in today’s society. How did Betty White and her portrayal of Rose Nylund influence viewers’ understanding of these complex topics? What can we learn from the show’s candid and compassionate approach to issues that still resonate with us?

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Marvel Movie Minute Season Four: Thor • Minute 72

Thor 072: How Drunk Did Thor & Erik Get?

January 11, 2022

In this minute of Kenneth Branagh’s 2011 film ‘Thor,’ Loki reminds Heimdall that he’s in charge, and Thor delivers a passed out Erik to Jane’s trailer. Bubbawheat from the Flights, Tights and Movie Nights podcast joins us on this episode!

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The Witcher • S2 E7-8

January 9, 2022

We’re bringing our journey through The Witcher, Season 2, to a close with an in-depth look at episodes 7 and 8. Ashley Coffin and Paul Hoppe join me to unravel the season’s climactic events and the fates that befall our beloved characters in these final episodes.

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