Now that we’ve all seen The Rise of Skywalker, we’ve brought Becky back to talk about it! On our last episode, the three of us talked about the ethical questions, hopes, and concerns we had going into this movie—this episode, we revisit them and ask: How did this movie address them? What happened with the Jedi? Did Rey get the character arc she deserved? And does Hanukkah Harry use the same merit-based system of gift to child allocation that Santa Claus does?
Listen NowWith just two days left before the release of Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker, we’ve got theories! Can Force users find a third path, neither Jedi nor Sith? What does the future hold for Rey, Leia, Finn, and the rest? And how much respect will J.J. Abrams have for the choices Rian Johnson made in The Last Jedi?
Listen NowMatthew and original Superhero Ethics podcast co-host Paul Hoppe look back at all of the Star Wars movies and TV shows to date, ranking them and discussing what we loved or didn’t love, and the ethical questions they raise. We hope this is a great way to get an overview of all that has come up until now, as well as to engage in some good debates over them!
Listen NowHarley Quinn has rapidly become one of the most popular and most controversial characters in comic book media. Returning guest and comic book nerd and critic extraordinaire joins us for an in-depth look at this fascinating character
Listen NowHow do we separate the art from the artist, and should we? Where do we draw the lines of what we can or cannot accept, and how do we decide where to spend our money and our attention? In this episode, Jacob and Matthew delve into this complex set of issues. Instead of providing definitive answers, they discuss their personal approaches to these questions and what it means to attempt to be an ethical consumer of media.
Listen NowThis week, we are joined by special guest Morgan Wentworth as we discuss the ins and outs of superhero dating. Should heroes only date other heroes? What are the problems with attempting to ‘protect’ your love by making decisions for them? And why do so many superheroes gaslight their love interests to protect their secret identity?
Listen NowThis episode, we’re talking about the ethics of professional wrestling—both the stories themselves and the meta questions about wrestling as entertainment. How far can or should a heel go before it becomes a problem? Can wrestling storylines be cathartic for the performers? What role do performers have in choosing their story, and so many more!
Listen NowJacob and Matthew talk Spider-Verse! What are the ethical considerations concerning multiple dimensions and the roles of destiny or fate?
Listen NowJacob and Matthew put on their house robes, pick up their quills, and talk Potter! They’re discussing Wizard-Muggle relations and more!
Listen NowOne returning and one new guest join the besieged host Jacob Milicic to discuss the Knights Radiant from Brandon Sanderson’s Stormlight Archives, and which heroes and villains from the MCU and other media would best fit into their ranks.
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