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June 15, 2021
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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.
Mail Bag! Join Paul and me as we delve into your feedback, answering specific questions about the stories we’ve covered.
Zuhair Ali and J. Scotty St. Clair from the Animation Deliberation Podcast join me to talk about The Bad Batch, Episode 7!
Should superheroes make a vow to never kill? Is there a moral difference between killing in battle and executing a supervillain to prevent future crimes? We explore these intense debates using Jupiter’s Legacy as a starting point for broader discussion—no need to have seen the show, as one of our guests hasn’t either! Joining me are Paul Hoppe and Jessica Plummer.
Paul and Matthew watched the sixth episode of The Bad Batch the moment it went live and recorded an episode on it at 2:30 AM Matthew’s time
Ashley Coffin joins us to unpack the ethics of “thirst” within fandom culture.
Paul Hoppe, also known as ZenMadman, and J. Scotty St. Clair from the Animation Deliberation Podcast join me to discuss Star Wars: The Bad Batch, episode 5!
What drives Matt Murdock to don the mantle of Daredevil? We delve into the complexities that trouble his conscience and faith when he puts on the mask and explore how these issues are portrayed differently on screen compared to the comic books.
Joining us are Will and Steve from the Hype is My Superpower podcast for the inaugural episode of our On Screen & Page series. We’ll compare and contrast how characters and ethical dilemmas are addressed in the original comic book narratives versus their adaptations on screen.
Brian V. Klein and J. Scotty St. Clair join me to discuss The Bad Batch, episode 4! All of our The Bad Batch coverage is done in partnership
Zuhair Ali from the Animation Deliberation Podcast joins us to dissect ethical questions raised in Season 1 of Invincible. This series reimagines familiar superhero tropes, offering a fresh and thought-provoking narrative. Whether you’re a seasoned viewer or new to the show, this discussion is packed with intriguing topics for all superhero enthusiasts.
Who is Cal Kestis, and what role does he play in the Star Wars saga? Where did the Inquisitors originate, and how did the aftermath of Order