Matthew Fox and Riki Hayashi dive deep into the 2016 Japanese film Shin Godzilla, exploring how it serves as a powerful metaphor for the devastating Fukushima Nuclear Accident of 2011.
We love to see the heroes overthrow the evil entity. But what happens next? From Avatar: The Last Airbender to Star Wars, Riki and Matthew dive into the challenges and moral dilemmas that arise when it’s time to rebuild society and create a new order.
Matthew and Riki dive deep into the question of why heroes become villains and where the responsibility lies when they fall. They examine the complex factors that can lead even the most heroic figures down a dark path.
Matthew Fox and Riki Hayashi are joined by Will Freeland and Steve Stormoen from the Hype Is My Superpower podcast to dive deep into the complex themes and character arcs of X-Men ‘97. No member bonus content due to episode length.
Matthew Fox and Riki Hayashi dive into the complex moral questions raised by the new Marvel animated series X-Men ‘97 on Disney+.
We dive deep into the world of anime, exploring what sets this beloved Japanese animation style apart from its Western counterparts.
Matthew Fox and Riki Hayashi dive deep into an Alan Moore interview in which he argues that the concept of superheroes contains elements of fascism.
Was Yoda right when he told Luke, “The greatest teacher, failure is,” in Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi? What did he mean, and how does this idea play out in the rest of the movie?
Matthew Fox and Riki Hayashi dive into the question of whether a pirate can truly be a hero. Using One Piece as a focal point, they examine the complex nature of piracy and its relationship to morality.
We welcome Riki Hayashi as the new co-host alongside Matthew Fox. Join Matthew and Riki as they unveil their plans to take the podcast in new directions, diving deeper into the fascinating world of superhero and geek culture.