
Genre Equality #26: Crisis on Infinite Earths, Harley Quinn, Steven Universe Future, Dracula & more!
Welcome to the 26th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
From DC TV's wild multiverse, new anime movies, and genre-bending horror; to emotionally profound kids cartoons, terrible remakes and underrated indie films - we have plenty to discuss! Plus, Hidzir also recommends a new Green Lantern spin-off comic from Broken Earth trilogy author N.K. Jemisin!
Feb 2, 2020
1 hr 10 min

Welcome to the 25th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
It's our 2nd anniversary - and we're kicking off the New Year and a new decade with our biggest episode ever! We look back on a huge month for genre content to discuss HBO's genius Watchmen sequel series, the return of sci-fi faves Rick & Morty and The Expanse, contrasting Star Wars entries with The Mandalorian and The Rise of Skywalker, and the debuts of two lavish fantasy series in His Dark Materials and The Witcher.
In addition, Hidzir quickly reviews a Senegalese ghost love story (Atlantics) and a French animation about a severed hand (I Lost My Body), while advising you to stay away from streaming bore-fests like Runaways, See, and For All Mankind. Meanwhile, IsaF returns with Anime Corner to break down the best of animation from the East and West over the past quarter.
Dec 28, 2019
2 hr 21 min

Welcome to the 24th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
From long-awaited sequels (with a lot to live up to) and alt-history fascists, to a creative anthology and a bonkers arthouse psychodrama - we dive into the best and worst of genre from the past month. Plus, we celebrate the legacy of The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl (which just ended it's run); and list our 10 favourite movies, series and books/comics from the 2010s!
Dec 7, 2019
1 hr 7 min

Welcome to the 23nd episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
Noted playwright Christopher Fok (Dark Matter Theatrics) joins us on this packed episode! Beyond breaking down the controversy and merits surrounding Todd Phillip's character study of an iconic DC villain - we were happy dig deep into three artful, intelligent and profound animated masterpieces. Additionally we talk about Paul Rudd and Will Smith fighting clones, a great educational cartoon for kids, tonally varied anime (from pop musical to grindhouse), a zombie comedy, a Japanese internment camp horror story, and lackluster blockbuster sequels. Finally, Hidzir discusses Margaret Atwood's sequel to The Handmaid's Tale, while Chris recommends 2 Chinese light novels.
Nov 8, 2019
1 hr 35 min

Genre Equality #22: The Dark Crystal, Undone, Midsommar, Weathering With You, Ad Astra, It 2 & more!
Welcome to the 22nd episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
From gorgeously crafted allegories about climate change, to sun-drenched Scandinavian folk horror, to profound stories about absent fathers set amidst a cosmic backdrop - we're blessed to discuss some astounding genre film and TV from the past month. In addition we review a heartfelt animated musical, the return of Pennywise, a scary French horror series, a Victorian steampunk fantasy, DC's heroic young outsiders, and more. Finally, Hidzir recommends 2 amazing comics from writer Kieron Gillen.
Oct 8, 2019
1 hr 29 min

Welcome to the 21st episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
Tune in as we once again sing the praises of the greatest comic-book TV show of all-time! Beyond that, we discuss horror for kids and adults, Netflix's many Nickelodeon revivals, a feminist dystopia, emotionally engaging animated series, a Beatles-less alt-universe, stupidly kick-ass action, existential space drama, and the trippy time-traveling climax to Noah Hawley's mutant experiment. In addition, Hidzir recommends that you read Brian K. Vaughan's Paper Girls, Ed Brubaker's Bad Weekend, and a short story collection by BoJack Horseman's creator. Finally we discuss the 2019 Hugo Awards, highlights from from D23, and the Disney/Sony Spider-Man divorce.
Sep 1, 2019
1 hr 52 min

Welcome to the 20th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
Beyond fun stories of super-powered teens saving the world, we have our eyes on smaller gems too. From deadpan horror-comedies, man-eating alligators, and photo-realistic lions; to swampy bayou horror, ultraviolent superhero deconstruction, and various killer dolls - we review the best and worst of this past month's genre offerings. In addition, we pick our highlights from San Diego Comic-Con 2019, select the best from anime's stacked summer season, mourn the horrific arson attack on KyoAni, and discuss the surprise finale of The Walking Dead comics.
Aug 8, 2019
1 hr 46 min

Welcome to the 19th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
Although this summer blockbuster season has been a bust, it did give us one truly great addition to a beloved animation franchise, and a royal kaiju rumble. Over in TV land, we review a delightfully twee fantasy-comedy, the return of a techno-phobic anthology, a kawaii-metalcore anime, a dense German time-travel series, and the last hurrah for MCU's Netflix universe. In addition we also discuss Ted Chiang's brilliant sci-fi short story collection entitled Exhalation, and the closure of DC's Vertigo imprint.
(Topics and time stamps in the Mixcloud playlist or comments below.)
Jul 2, 2019
1 hr 23 min

Welcome to the 18th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
This month, we most of our energy unpacking the divisive final season to HBO's pop-culture phenomenon. But beyond Ice and Fire, we also discuss two audaciously bizarre superhero shows from DC, a vampire mockumentary, Superman as an Elsewords horror story, Broad City as anthropomorphized birds, a neo-noir Pokemon gumshoe, China's interstellar disaster epic, a rebooted sci-fi anthology narrated by Jordan Peele, and much more. In addition, Isa picks out some great anime to watch, while Hidzir recommends an immersive podcast starring Wolverine.
Jun 1, 2019
1 hr 50 min

Genre Equality #17: Avengers: Endgame, Discovery, Shazam!, The Magicians, Ultraman, The Tick & more!
Welcome to the 17th episode of Genre Equality - a monthly podcast dedicated to discussing all things on the geekier side of pop culture. From horror and fantasy to superheroes and sci-fi - we got you covered.
The epic culmination to the Marvel Cinematic Universe's "Infinity Saga" takes up most of the oxygen in this month's episode (as it should). But we didn't forget about smaller scale offerings on TV and film - including magical YA fare, creepy supernatural kids, indie sci-fi, and vibrant animation, alongside other big franchise properties like Star Trek: Discovery, Hellboy, Shazam!, Ultraman, Dumbo and more. In addition we, also review Detective Comics #1000, which paid tribute to Batman on his 80th anniversary.
May 9, 2019
1 hr 28 min
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