Matthew, Riki, and guest Paul Hoppe dive into the first part of Cobra Kai, Season 6, unpacking the latest developments and exploring the show’s strengths, weaknesses, and cultural implications.
When should heroes hang up their capes? From aging superheroes to evolving responsibilities, we unpack the ethical considerations behind a hero’s decision to retire.
Matthew and Riki are joined by Superman expert Jessica Plummer to dive deep into the animated series My Adventures with Superman and how this fresh take breathes new life into the Superman mythos.
Riki and Matthew talk about stories like Gundam, Star Wars, Ender’s Game, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and The Last Starfighter through the lens of child soldiers.
Matthew and Riki take a deep dive into feedback received from listeners, from the complexities of X-Men’s Genosha storyline to the moral implications of child soldiers in Star Wars.
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+.