We dive into Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’s “It’s Only a Paper Moon,” exploring PTSD and recovery as Nog finds healing in virtual Vegas. A thoughtful look at trauma and friendship.
Can heroes fight violence without killing? We dive into Batman’s no-kill code, the Punisher’s lethal justice, and the ethical dilemmas of redemption vs. risk.
Matthew and Riki break down Rebel Ridge, diving into police corruption, systemic racism, civil asset forfeiture, and action tropes—all through the lens of an action thriller.
Matthew and Riki explore Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood’s themes of war, revenge, and redemption, examining cycles of violence, disability representation, and the moral law of equivalent exchange.
When heroes cause harm while saving the world, who holds them accountable? Explore the ethics of power and oversight through Civil War (comics) and Captain America: Civil War (MCU).
Abby Neiman joins to discuss Section 31, Star Trek’s covert agency, its ethical dilemmas, and the recent Section 31 movie starring Michelle Yeoh.
We dive deep into the indie horror film I Saw the TV Glow and explore how it serves as a poignant and powerful allegory for the trans experience.
Matthew and Riki kick off their monthly member bonus series, tackling core questions in superhero and genre media with a conversation about Vengeance. Joined by expert Jessica Plummer, they explore ethics and character arcs.
Matthew & Riki join returning guest Jessica Plummer to dive deep into the new Superman trailer and what it reveals about James Gunn’s vision for the iconic superhero.
The iconic Star Trek: Voyager episode “Tuvix” continues to spark ethical debates nearly 30 years after its original airing, and we dive deep into it – one of Star Trek’s most morally complex stories.