Comic book expert Jessica Plummer joins Matthew to dissect Daredevil: Born Again. They argue the Disney+ series betrays the Netflix original’s compelling characters and themes, resulting in a disappointing and incoherent show.
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Daredevil: Born Again – Essential Character Primer In this episode of Superhero Ethics, hosts Matthew Fox and comic book expert Jessica Plummer break down everything you need to know about Daredevil before watching Daredevil: Born Again. Whether you’re new to the character or just need a refresher on the Netflix series, this primer covers the…
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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.
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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.
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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).
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Abby Neiman joins to discuss Section 31, Star Trek’s covert agency, its ethical dilemmas, and the recent Section 31 movie starring Michelle Yeoh.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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