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.
The excitement is palpable—Ahsoka gets a TV show! Kenobi gets a TV show! Disney has just unveiled a slew of new Star Wars content, and we’re plunging
Matthew, Ashley Coffin, and Paul Hoppe delve into The Mandalorian, Season 2, Episode 7, The Believer. Look for our new episodes each week, released shortly after the
Who is Ahsoka Tano, and what role might she play in the future of the Star Wars universe? What is her history, and where does she fit
What is it like to read a book about a world-ending pandemic in the time of Covid? How do we find shades of grey in a tale of a final battle between good and evil? And is it possible to tell a compelling story where the characters have almost no agency, and the plot is the least important part of the book?
Matthew teams up with Riki Hayashi and Paul Hoppe to talk about The Mandalorian, Season 2, Episode 6, The Tragedy. Each week, we’ll be releasing a new
Grand Admiral Thrawn has certainly stirred up excitement among Star Wars fans, and if you’re eager to learn more about this iconic blue-skinned strategist, Riki
What did Supernatural have to say about found family and the conflict between agency and determinism? Why did the ending of Castiel and Dean’s story cause so much controversy? And can Matthew, Jacob, & Ashley get through this episode without humming enough of “Carry On My Wayward Son” to get us all sued?
In our latest podcast episode, the team — Paul, Ashley, Jeff, and myself — unpacked the thrills of The Mandalorian Season 2, Episode 5. Without venturing into
What are the ethical responsibilities of a king? When do the ends justify the means? And what does it mean to create a relatable disabled character in a world of magic?
Rob McKenzie returns to discuss these questions and more as we get ready for Rhythm of War, the latest book in the Stormlight Archive. Whether you’re a huge fan of the books or have never heard of them, this discussion has plenty to enjoy (and no spoilers for Rhythm of War!).
Matthew is back with Paul and Ashley to dive into The Mandalorian, Season 2, Episode 4 – The Siege. Below are two of the links we mentioned