Fans of the Firefly Now, Serenity Later podcast know that Matt and I have discussed a number of moments in the show that have raised questions about the show’s positioning and presentation of women and people of color. With that in mind, I’ve scoured the interwebs for some thoughtful discussion of these very issues. What follows is a spotlight on some of the most thought-provoking takes. Continue reading Was Firefly Hashtag Problematic?
Firefly Now, Serenity Later Episode #6 – War Stories & Trash
Finally, the long awaited return of one of the most beloved guest characters in the show’s tragically short history. That’s right everybody… NISKA is back!!! Oh and Saffron. Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later Episode #6 – War Stories & Trash
Firefly Now, Serenity Later Episode #5 – Out of Gas & Ariel
That’s right everybody, we have finally reached potentially the very best episode of the entire show and one of the most beloved in television history. Also it’s time to finally learn some things about River! Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later Episode #5 – Out of Gas & Ariel
Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #4 – Our Mrs. Reynolds & Jaynestown
Jayne! The man they call Jayne! He robbed from the rich and he gave to the poor, Stood up to the man and he gave him what for, Our love for him now ain’t hard to explain, The Hero of Canton, the man they call Jayne! Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #4 – Our Mrs. Reynolds & Jaynestown
8 Questions After Watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Warning: Here be spoilers. Continue reading 8 Questions After Watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #3 – Shindig & Safe
In which Mike & Matt discuss ‘Shindig’ and ‘Safe’ the intended third and fourth episodes of Firefly. Despite their best efforts, your intrepid hosts get themselves into #Problematic territory, but thanks to Mike’s heroism, they just about struggle through it and give their thoughts on sword duels to the death and witch burnings. Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #3 – Shindig & Safe
Top 7 Villainous Sidekicks in the X-Men Cinematic Universe
After living through the greatest podcast mini-series in history on the subject of the X-Men cinematic universe and going to great effort to provide a definitive and objectively correct ranking of all the X-Men films, I was left with many thoughts on many important subjects. The issue of representation in cinema and popular culture. Appropriating stories of oppression for the sake of silly superhero stories. Today marks the first of many (or possibly none) listicles essays on such important issues permeating throughout the franchise…who were the best villainous sidekicks in the history of the franchise? Continue reading Top 7 Villainous Sidekicks in the X-Men Cinematic Universe
Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #2 – The Train Job & Bushwhacked
Following the intended run order, Mike & Matt hop aboard ‘The Train Job’ and then find themselves stranded in ‘Bushwhacked’. How much conversation can they get out of Calvinball? Will Mike make a comment at all? These are the big questions. Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #2 – The Train Job & Bushwhacked
Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #1 – Serenity
Attention people who are aware of this website; We are talking about something that isn’t X-Men, Batmen or any comic book based property! That’s right, it’s time for Mike & Matt to get into one of the most beloved television shows of all time, Firefly, starting with the two-part pilot episode, Serenity. Continue reading Firefly Now, Serenity Later: Episode #1 – Serenity
Mike & Matt’s X-Cellent Adventures: Episode #14 – Legion
Noah Hawley has decided he can have it all, apparently. Yes, even with Fargo Season 3 on the horizon, Haw-Dogg still found the time to bring us a brand new X-Men live action television show, and Mike & Matt are back to talk about it. What did they like? What did they hate? Why did Mike think it would be a good idea to record outdoors? Find out the answers to two of these questions now. Continue reading Mike & Matt’s X-Cellent Adventures: Episode #14 – Legion
The Reel World 