This podcast is a little engine that might, pulling out of the station with a clunky adhd addled engine fueled by nothing other than insistent sisterhood, expensive ideas, and cheap gags. We are starting off with a discussion about a forever fave, Uncanny X-Men's Phoenix Saga as a case study in second wave feminism (think 1970's, Row v. Wade et al), with my mentor and soul-sister, Ramzi Fawaz, who just happens to be an icon in the world of queer theory (the author of Queer Forms, The New Mutants: Superheroes and the Radical Imagination). Despite the intellectual heft of my guest, basic gay moments (cringe!) occur amidst discussions of some Classic Storm power feats. Consider yourself warned. When you're done with this nonsense, you can check out Ramzi's brilliant pod, Nerd From the Future, wherever you do the listening.
Producer: Oliver Gerharz
Graphic Design: Eric Rodriguez
What is Theory of X?
Theory of X uses pop culture to exemplify, explain, and explore an idea that might seem merely academic, boringly abstract, or potentially politically explosive in a fun, engaging way. Each episode of Theory of X discusses a broad topic – a cultural, theoretical, or social phenomenon (like, say, “Feminism,” “Marxism,” or “Social Media”) in relation to superhero comics, genre television, or a favorite movie series.